Programme

Part I: The igneous process. geochemical characteristics of magmas as petrogenetic indicators. trace elements and isotopic distribution in magmas. magma melting and diversity. magmatic series. geochemical features and eruptive style in the main petrogenetic provinces. mid-ocean ridge volcanism, subduction-related igneous activity and granitoid rocks. orogenesis and magmatism: the meditteranean province.
Part II: the metamorphic process: lithological types and the main metamorphic facies; gradient of metamorphism and geodynamic settings. the orogenic and subduction-zone metamorphism.the contact metamorphism; migmatites and partial melting processes. mineral growth and rock fabrics: pre-, syn- , post-kinematic crystallization. metamorphic thermobarometry and reconstruction of the pressure-temperature-time (P-T-t) paths in polyphase metamorphism. Orogeny and metamorphism: regional examples.

Core Documentation

J. D. Winter - An Introduction To Igneous And Metamorphic Petrology. Prentice Hall, New Jersey

Bucher & Fry - Petrology Of Metamorphic Rocks. Springer

Type of delivery of the course

Lectures and practical exercises

Attendance

Compulsory for lab works

Type of evaluation

The exam consists in a oral examination focusing on the entire teaching program. The examination is oriented to verify the overall comprehension of the concepts explained and the students capability to apply this knowledge to natural cases. The questions will be aimed at verifying knowledge on: (i) igneous petrology, (ii) metamorphic petrology, and (iii) geodynamic environments