Entry requirements

120 ECTS with knowledge and skill corresponding to 40 points (60 ECTS) in Earth Sciences including Sedimentology and Stratigraphy MN1 10 points (15 ECTS credits).

Learning outcomes

After taking this course, the student should be able to

• define and describe the formation, composition and distribution of ores, soils, industrial rocks and fossil fuels
• apply her/his knowledge vocationally
• use her/his skill and knowledge based on the understanding that geological resources within an on the lithosphere are non-renewable.

Content

The formation, composition and distribution of ore deposits, ore minerals, industrial minerals, oil, gas, coal, peat, gravel and rock materials. Localisation and excavation of pits for rock materials, gravel, sand, and peat. Analysis of material qualities by means of modern methods. Legislation and environmental aspects of the exploitation of natural resources.

Instruction

Lectures, laboratory experiments, individual projects, seminars and field course. Participation in lectures, seminars and practicals is compulsory.

Assessment

Examination is held at the end of the course. Grading on the scale 3, 4 or 5 is given provided all group exercises; laboratory work, project reports and seminars are completed and deemed approved. Written examination corresponds to 9 ECTS and compulsory events 6 ECTS.