EA3510 - Geological Mapping

Students must be co-enrolled with EA3511

Detailed mapping of a selected area in the Mount Isa Inlier, interpretation and synthesis of field data (sedimentary, structural, metamorphic, igneous, economic), plotting maps and cross sections, geological report writing.

Learning Outcomes

• develop skills in integrating a wide body of geological data in determining a geological history and writing a field report;
• develop skills in mapping a complex terrain comprised of a variety of lithologies and geological problems;
• develop skills in preparing geological maps and cross sections from data collected in the field.

Subject Assessment

• geolgical mapping (60%)
• report (40%).

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.