This 1-day short course examines the current state of knowledge about the post-depositional processes that take place in sediments within the broad zone of the subsurface that lies between the depositional surface and the on-set of metamorphism (c. 250-300° C). Broadly known as diagenesis, these processes are responsible for the conversion of sediments into sedimentary rocks through sediment/fluid interactions and are the prime control on the evolution of sedimentary rock properties in burial.
The concepts of diagenesis find use in prediction of rock properties in many practical endeavors such as exploration and production of oil and gas (conventional and unconventional), subsurface sequestration of waste materials (e.g., CO2), and mineral exploration.
Delivery Mode: On Campus
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