Georesource Exploration and Characterisation
Syllabus, Master's level, 1MP017
- Code
- 1MP017
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science A1N, Earth Science A1N, Sustainable Development A1N, Sustainable Development A1N
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 10 March 2016
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
90 credits in science/engineering (physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, earth science, computer science, material science), including 15 credits in mathematics or physics and 10 credits in chemistry.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course the student shall be able to:
- describe the natural form and occurrence of resources in Earths crust
- explain the processes of formation of different ore deposit types
- describe geological and geochemical methods of exploration
- discuss the economics of natural resources and importance of resources for society
Content
This course will present the characteristics of natural resources and their formation. Exploration will be approached from geological and geochemical perspectives. Geological exploration will focus on host rocks, alteration and geological structures of ore deposits. Geochemical exploration will cover till, soil and stream geochemistry, as well as alteration vectors. Aspects of economic geology and resource use will be integrated throughout the course.
Instruction
Lectures, seminars, case based learning and practical exercises.
Assessment
Seminar presentation (2 credits) and a written examination (3 credits).