Georesource Exploration and Characterisation
Syllabus, Master's level, 1MP017
- Code
- 1MP017
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science A1N, Sustainable Development A1N
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 8 February 2022
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
90 credits in science/engineering (physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, earth science, computer science, material science), including 15 credits in mathematics or physics and 10 credits in chemistry. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course the student shall be able to:
- describe the natural form and occurrence of resources in Earths crust,
- analyze the processes of formation of different ore deposit types,
- evaluate geological, geophysical and geochemical methods of exploration,
- assess the economics of natural resources and importance of resources for society,
- critically value the environmental impact of mining activities and propose initiatives to make exploration and mining more sustainable.
Content
This course will present the characteristics of natural resources and their formation. Exploration will be approached from geological, geophysical and geochemical perspectives. Geological exploration will focus on host rocks, alteration and geological structures of ore deposits. Geochemical exploration will cover till, soil and stream geochemistry, as well as alteration vectors. Aspects of economic geology and resource use will be integrated throughout the course. Equal opportunities with respect to the Discrimination Act.
Instruction
Lectures, seminars, case based learning and practical exercises.
Assessment
Seminar presentation (2 credits). Written examination (3 credits).
If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the disability coordinator of the university.