Entry requirements

120 credits. Georesource Exploration and Characterisation, 5 credits. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.

Learning outcomes

After completion of the course the student should be able to:

• acquire geological field information using standard and modern methods
• construct 3D digital outcrops from acquired field photographs
• combine a range of existing and new data from different sources
• construct, analyse, and interpret 3D geological maps
• acquire and analyse quantitative data from digital outcrops and 3D geological maps
• discuss sources of uncertainty and errors of different methods
• discuss how modern mapping techniques contribute to make exploration and mining more sustainable
• present results in a way relevant to potential industry employers

Content

This course introduces state-of-the art geological mapping and modelling methods that are currently used by for instance the mining and building industry. These methods include data acquisition with UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, e.g. drones), digital outcrop construction, construction of 3D geological maps, and data analysis and modelling. The course will give the opportunity to explore the possibilities of these methods by working on example projects where new data will be collected and combined with existing data. The course mainly uses examples from the mining industry.

Instruction

Lectures, seminars, case based learning and practical exercises. The participation in group sessions is compulsory.

Assessment

Seminar presentation (3 credits) and a written report (2 credits)