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EA2900 - Introductory Field Geology
Credit points: |
3 |
Year: |
2023 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
2 |
Administered by: |
College of Science and Engineering |
An introduction to the techniques of field geology inclusive of outcrop observation
and analysis, the assessment of rock relationships, traversing techniques and stratigraphic
analysis based on section logging. An introduction to the preparation and interpretation
of geological maps using basic surveying map controls and aerial photographs; the
interpretation of rock relationships and the construction of cross-sections; the assessment
of stratigraphic and structural aspects of geological histories based on geological
mapping
Learning Outcomes
- develop skills in appreciating three dimensional rock relationships at map scale and
in the construction of geological histories based on primary field data compiled as
map records, integrated with outcrop observation and interpretation;
- develop an ability to plot traverses related to sedimentary successions to derive
stratigraphic logs;
- develop the ability to observe and interpret outcrops of common sedimentary and igneous
rocks;
- instill confidence in living and working in a remote setting;
- provision of skills in reading maps and aerial photographs in combination with ground
navigation and orienteering;
- provision of skills in the preparation of clear and comprehensive records of field
data.
Subject Assessment
- Written > Field report - (40%) - Individual
- Geological Mapping - (60%) - Group & Individual.
Prerequisites: |
EA1110 plus at least 9 credit points level 1 AN, AR, BZ, EV, MA, MB, PH, SC, (BU1004
or BU1104) subjects
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Inadmissible Subject Combinations:
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EA5330 |
Availabilities
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Cairns,
Study Period 7,
Intensive
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Census Date 06-Jul-2023 |
Face to face teaching
19-Jun-2023 to 29-Jun-2023
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Coord/Lect: |
Dr Maree Corkeron. |
Workload expectations: |
- 16 hours workshops
- 280 hours fieldwork
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Townsville,
Study Period 7,
Intensive
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Census Date 06-Jul-2023 |
Face to face teaching
19-Jun-2023 to 29-Jun-2023
|
Coord/Lect: |
Dr Maree Corkeron. |
Workload expectations: |
- 16 hours workshops
- 280 hours fieldwork
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