Structural Geology and Field Course MN1
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1MP008
This course has been discontinued.
- Code
- 1MP008
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science G2F
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 15 March 2007
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
Knowledge and skill corresponding to 40 points (60 ECTS credits) in Earth Sciences including Rocks and Quaternary Deposits MN1, 10 points (15 ECTS credits). In addition knowledge and skill corresponding to Sedimentology and stratigraphy MN1, 10 points (15 ECTS credits) is recommended but not compulsory.
Learning outcomes
After taking this course the student should be able to
- identify, classify and analyse geological structures
- link the formation of these structures to various geological environments
- collect structural geology and petrology data in the field
- treat and interpret such data, and present analyses to potential employers or in scientific contexts
Content
Lectures: Introduction to the concepts of deformation, stress and strain. Rock mechanics. The properties of rocks (ranging from brittle to ductile) deformed in different geological environments. The role of fractures and fracturing in engineering geology and for fluid transport as well as for rock-classification. A systematic description of ductile structures like folds and boudinage in simple and complex areas. The analysis of multiply deformed areas. Shear zones and kinematic analysis. Practicals: An introduction to stereographic projection, the interpretation of geological maps and the construction of cross-sections. Introduction to 3-dimensional rock modelling. The shape and content of geological reports. Field Course: Mapping of rocks and geological structures 2x10 days in different geological environments. The results are presented in a report including maps, cross-sections and a written interpretation.
Instruction
Lectures, practicals and field work. The participation in practicals and field work is compulsory
Assessment
Examination during or at the end of the course. In addition, the compulsory parts must be approved. Possible course grades are U ("fail") 3, 4 or 5. A student who fails the exam may try again in August before the Autumn semester, or immediately before the Spring semester. The course is evaluated in two equal parts: Structural Geology, 5 points (7.5 ECTS-credits) and Field Course, 5 points (7.5 ECTS-credits).