- Course Code
- GL 1503
- Credit Points
- 20
- Course Coordinator
- Dr M J Hole
Pre-requisites
None
Notes
This course will be strongly recommended for students registered for GL 1004.
Fieldwork is a compulsory part of this course.
Fieldwork may involve crossing rough terrain, including steep gradients, rocky areas and along cliffs, and may take place during inclement weather. Any student with concerns about this, who feels adjustments or additional support may be required, should contact the University's Disability Adviser or the Department Disability Co-ordinator as early as possible. The Department is committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable students to achieve the learning outcomes of the degree programme.
Overview
An introduction to the three major rock groups; igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary.
An introduction to the mode of occurrence, and processes of formation, of the three major rock groups.
Identification of the common rock-forming minerals in hand-specimen.
An introduction to systematic crystallography and mineral properties.
The use of the petrological microscope in the identification of the common rock-forming minerals.
Structure
2 one-hour lectures and 1 three-hour practical per week; 5 one-hour tutorials, 1 day fieldwork.
Assessment
1st Attempt: One tutorial/field-based assessment (20%);1 two-hour practical class assessment during timetabled practical session in week 44 (40%); 1 one-hour written examination (40%).
Resit: 100% Exam