Economic Geology
Syllabus, Master's level, 1MP043
- Code
- 1MP043
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science A1N, Earth Science A1N
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 17 October 2023
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
120 credits with (1) 90 credits in earth science and 15 credits in chemistry, (2) 90 credits in physics and 30 credits in earth science, 3) 90 credits in engineering and 30 credits in earth science, or 4) 90 credits in geology. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course the student shall be able to:
- evaluate the geological prerequisites and processes of ore formation,
- describe and explain the distribution of important ore types in the world and their characteristics.
- identify and interpret ore minerals and textures,
- evaluate the economic potential of ore deposits,
- critically analyze issues related to mining and sustainable use of ore resources in society.
Content
Formation, composition and distribution of ore deposits. Major types of ore deposits in the world and their characteristics. Mining and exploitation of ore and mineral resources are then discussed from the perspective of environmental impacts, sustainable development and importance in society.
Instruction
Lectures, exercises, seminar and project work.
Assessment
Written examination (5 credits), practical examination (2 credits). Active participation in exercises, seminars, and oral presentation of project work (3 credits).
If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the disability coordinator of the university.
Other directives
Cannot be included in the same degree as Ore deposits, 15 credits (1MP028).