Structural Geology and Ground Stability
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1GV007
- Code
- 1GV007
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science G2F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 12 March 2009
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
Knowledge and skill corresponding to Rocks and Quaternary Deposits 15 credits and Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and Palaeobiology 10 credits.
Learning outcomes
After completing this course the student should be able to
- identify, classify and analyse geological structures
- link the formation of these structures to various geological environments
- understand which structural geology and petrology data should be collected in the field
- treat and interpret such data, and present analyses to potential employers or in scientific contexts
- to link structural data to rock-, rock mass- and soil strength
Content
Lectures: Introduction to the concepts of deformation, stress and strain. Rock mechanics. The properties of rocks (ranging from brittle to ductile) deformed in different geological environments. The role of fractures and fracturing in engineering geology and for fluid transport as well as for rock-classification. A systematic description of ductile structures like folds and boudinage in simple and complex areas. The analysis of multiply deformed areas. Shear zones and kinematic analysis.
Practicals: An introduction to stereographic projection, the interpretation of geological maps and the construction of cross-sections. Introduction to 3-dimensional rock modelling. The shape and content of geological reports.
Instruction
Lectures, practicals and field work. The participation in practicals and field work is compulsory
Assessment
Examination during or at the end of the course. In addition, the compulsory parts must be approved. Possible course grades are U ("fail") 3, 4 or 5. The course is evaluated in two parts each comprising 5 higher education credits: written examination and compulsory practicals.