Welcome our course pages on mapping active faults--2022 Spring

The class focuses on geomorphic fault mapping. Students will learn techniques for mapping tectonic faults in different geomorphic and tectonic environments. They will complete several short projects and then a longer independent project on fault mapping that includes a final presentation and written report. Students will collaborate with students at other universities and with industry geologists. Students can complete the course working virtually, with a computer and internet.

Instructors: Chelsea Scott (cpscott1@asu.edu), Rachel Adam (rnadam@asu.edu), Ramon Arrowsmith (ramon.arrowsmith@asu.edu) and Richard Koehler (rkoehler@unr.edu), along with other colleagues

Meeting Schedule: 10:30-11:45 Arizona (MST) Time, Tuesday and Thursday. The class will be virtual with meetings on Zoom. Link to come in email.

Office Hours

Rachel: Friday 9- 10 a.m. MST

Zoom Link : https://asu.zoom.us/j/2054216993

ASU In-person: ISTB4-732

ASU course link is here: ASU GLG 494/598


2020 course


Fault ruptures from the M6.9 1983 Borah Peak Earthquake in Idaho


Landers, Eastern California Shear Zone. Image taken before the 1992 earthquake