Entry requirements

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

Aims

To provide a knowledge of the formation, composition and distribution of ores, soils, industrial rocks and fossil fuels.

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 during the course and at the end of the course. Moreover, the compulsory field course, laboratory work, project work and seminars must also be approved. Possible course grades are "fail", "pass" or "pass with distinction". A student who fails may try again in the beginning of the spring semester.