Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27
Following on from GL1005 this
course is an introduction to the petrogenesis of three major rock groups;
igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary. Practical classes will centre around the
use of polarizing microscope in the identification of the common rock-forming
minerals. The relationship between plate tectonics and the petrogenesis of
igneous and metamorphic rocks, including types and styles of volcanic eruptions
will be addressed. The formation and fill of sedimentary basins and their
importance in the accumulation of hydrocarbons is an integral part of the
course.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: 90 minute examination (50%); in-course assessment (50%). In-course assessment will include class tests in optical microscopy and mineral identification.
Resit: Examination (2 hours) including practical section (100%).
WebCT-based multiple choice (MCQ) tests with on-line feedback at various time during term. Exercises with solutions during practical classes.
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