Rocks and Quaternary Deposits
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1GV003
- Code
- 1GV003
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science G1F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 21 April 2015
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
General entry requirements and Biology 2, Physics 1a/1b1+1b2, Chemistry 2, Mathematics 4 or Biology B, Physics A, Chemistry B, Mathematics D, and Earth Science - Planet Earth, 30 credits. These prerequisites may be replaced by Bioscience, 30 credits, and Earth Science - Planet Earth, 30 credits.
Content
The course gives an increased knowledge of minerals, rocks and Quaternary deposits. Two weeks of field work concerning the geological mapping of rocks and Quaternary deposits. Laboratory practical classes include analysis of Quaternary deposits and an introduction to the microscopy of rock types. Training is given in both the understanding and the critical presentation of geological descriptions. The course includes subject specific training in presentation and scientific communication, with feedback and critical evaluation.
Other directives
The field course will cause costs for travel and accommodation for the student.
Reading list
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2019
- Reading list valid from Spring 2015
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2014
- Reading list valid from Spring 2013
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2012
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2011
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2010
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2009
- Reading list valid from Autumn 2008