Igneous Petrology Courses and Certifications

GEO GIRL

Phase Diagrams - Minerals Melt at Different Temperatures - Igneous Petrology

Explore phase diagrams in igneous petrology to understand mineral melting and crystallization. Learn to predict mineral formation from melts and melt composition from minerals at various temperatures.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GEO GIRL

Igneous Rock Classification and How to Use the QAPF Diagram - Igneous Petrology

Comprehensive introduction to igneous rock classification, covering grain size, silica content, and the QAPF diagram. Learn to identify and categorize igneous rocks using key features and standardized schemes.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GEO GIRL

How We Deduce Mantle Composition and Structure From Basalts - Igneous Petrology - GEO GIRL

Explore basalt types, mantle composition, and Earth's structure through igneous petrology. Learn how basalts reveal insights into mantle processes and magma generation environments.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GEO GIRL

Stable and Radiogenic Isotopes in Igneous Petrology - Geochronology and Isotope Tracers

Comprehensive overview of stable and radiogenic isotopes in igneous petrology, covering fractionation, dating methods, and applications in determining magma sources and temperatures.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GEO GIRL

Modal vs Norm Mineralogy, Major vs Trace Elements, and Indices - Igneous Petrology

Comprehensive overview of igneous petrology concepts, including mineralogy types, element behavior, analytical diagrams, and geochemical indices. Explores trace elements and partition coefficients in rock formation.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GEO GIRL

Magma Viscosity, Volatile Content, Partial Melting, and Mixing - Igneous Petrology

Explore magma properties, volcanic eruptions, and igneous processes. Learn about viscosity, volatiles, partial melting, and magma mixing to understand the factors influencing volcanic activity and rock formation.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GEO GIRL

Igneous Rock Textures and Classification Based on Grain Size and Shape - Igneous Petrology

Explore igneous rock textures, their formation, and classification based on grain size and shape. Learn about crystallization processes, nucleation, and growth rates in this comprehensive guide to igneous petrology.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dr. Harel Thomas Petrology

IUGS Classification of Igneous Rocks - Petrology Week 4 Day 2

Explore IUGS classification of igneous rocks, a crucial system for understanding rock formation and composition in petrology.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Granite Falls Pluton - Mafic Enclaves and Geological Features

Explore mafic enclaves within the Granite Falls Pluton, guided by experts Nick Zentner and Jeff Tepper. Gain insights into this unique geological formation's composition and structure.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Long-Lived Yellowstone Hot Spot and Idaho

Explore the Yellowstone Hot Spot and Idaho's geology with expert Vic Camp, delving into volcanic history and tectonic processes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Magmas East of Idaho - Geological Analysis with Jeff Tepper

Explore the geological mysteries of Idaho's magmas with expert Jeff Tepper, delving into volcanic history and its implications for the region's unique landscape.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Idaho - Big Picture Tectonics

Explore Idaho's geological history and tectonic processes with expert insights, focusing on the Idaho Batholith and its formation over millions of years.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Cayuse Pass Outcrops - Geological Exploration in Mount Rainier National Park

Explore rock formations near Mount Rainier with geologist Nick Zentner, examining outcrops along Cayuse Pass for insights into the area's geological history and volcanic activity.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Geochemistry Tutorial for Cascade Mountains

Dive into advanced geochemistry concepts and their applications in understanding the Cascade Range's geological formations with Professor Jeff Tepper's comprehensive tutorial.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Dacite on the Move! - Lecture 12

Explore the geological dynamics of dacite movement in this comprehensive lecture by Nick Zentner, examining the properties and behavior of this volcanic rock.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video