GEO560_1
Topics on Geosciences
This is the study programme for 2019/2020. It is subject to change.
This course covers a special topic in Geosciences, e.g. Sedimontology-Stratigraphy, Structural Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry. The topic is taught by an international instructor, during a period of one week. The evaluation is based on a course project.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:- Deepening of knowledge and understanding in an area of geosciences that is of relevance for the program and for the working environment.
Skills: - To be able to apply the knowledge gained in the course to geosciences problems, courses, the thesis project, and working practices.
General competence: - To communicate to geoscientists and engineers the relevance of the course topics in solving multidisciplinary problems in geosciences.
Contents
The course content is in a relevant topic of geosciences and of importance for the study program in geosciences engineering. The course is taught by a visiting scientist from another university/research institute in Europe. The course aims to strengthen the basic background in geosciences. The content may include one or more of the following topics:
- Sedimentology
- Structural geology
- Geophysics
- Geochemistry
- Earth systems and climate
Required prerequisite knowledge
Recommended previous knowledge
GEO100 Geology, GEO110 Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, GEO210 Structural Geology
Exam
|
Weight |
Duration |
Marks |
Aid |
| Group report | 1/1 | | A - F | |
The evaluation is based on a group project counting 100%, which will be defined by the visiting lecturer before the semester starts. This report is of a higher Master level that the report of the corresponding GEO230 Bachelor course.
There is no final exam for this course. If a student wants to improve the grade, s/he must take the course over again.
Course teacher(s)
- Course coordinator
- Nestor Fernando Cardozo Diaz
- Head of Department
- Alejandro Escalona Varela
Method of work
The course will be taught as an intensive course with a duration of one week. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to participate in the lectures as the course will require practical work and discussions in the classroom. These are essential for completing the course project.
Course assessment
Literature
To be provided by the lecturer by the start of the semester
This is the study programme for 2019/2020. It is subject to change.
Sist oppdatert: 22.08.2019
