Geological Field Project

5 credits

Syllabus, Master's level, 1MP001

Code
1MP001
Education cycle
Second cycle
Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
Earth Science A1F
Grading system
Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
Finalised by
The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 10 October 2023
Responsible department
Department of Earth Sciences

Entry requirements

120 credits in natural science/engineering including participation in Mineral exploration. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe and record geological observations in the field
  • Interpret geological evolution and processes from field relations
  • Present geological data on a map and summarise geological interpretations in a written report.

Content

This course gives an opportunity to study the occurrence of rocks in their natural environment. It involves geological mapping including recording lithological and structural data in the field as a team. Present geological maps using for example GIS and make interpretations of field relations in form of a written report.

Instruction

Introductory classes and seminars followed by group fieldwork.

Assessment

Assessment will be based upon geological map and written report.

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.

Other directives

This course will involve contribution to 25% of the course costs such as travel and accommodation.

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