1. Establish basic knowledge: First, you need to master basic geological knowledge, including mineralogy, petrology and stratigraphy. This knowledge will help you understand the composition and evolution of the crust.
2. Learn the basic principles of structural geology, including plate tectonic theory, types and mechanisms of crustal movement, forms and processes of crustal deformation, etc. These principles are the basis of understanding structural geology.
3. Learn the observation and analysis methods of structural geology: this includes geological survey, geological profile, stratigraphic correlation, structural analysis, etc. These methods will help you to apply the knowledge of structural geology in your practical work.
4. Read and study the classic literature of structural geology: this can help you understand the historical development of structural geology, understand the basic principles and methods of structural geology, and improve your research ability.
5. Participate in field investigation practice: Through field investigation practice, experience the observation and analysis process of tectonic geology and improve practical ability.
6. Conduct special research: choose a topic that interests you and conduct in-depth research. This will help you improve your research ability and innovation ability.
7. Keep updating your knowledge: Structural Geology is a developing discipline, so you need to keep updating your knowledge to keep up with the development of the discipline.
Generally speaking, it takes time and energy to study structural geology systematically, but as long as you have determination and perseverance, you will be able to master this subject.