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EA3511 - Field Techniques in Geology
Credit points: |
3 |
Year: |
2012 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
4 |
Administered by: |
Sch of Earth & Environmental Sciences |
Must co-enrol in EA3510
Detailed mapping of a selected area of the Mt Isa Inlier, interpretation and synthesis
of field data (sedimentary, structural, metamorphic, igneous and 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.
Graduate Qualities
- The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
- The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
- The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
- The ability to lead, manage and contribute effectively to teams;
- The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
- A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics
in at least one discipline area;
- The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
- A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.
Prerequisites: |
AT LEAST 12 CREDIT POINTS AT LEVEL 2 INCLUDING EA2220 EA2300 EA2900 AND EA3510 AND
ALLOW CONCURRENT FOR EA3510
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Inadmissible Subject Combinations:
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EA5045 |
Availabilities
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Townsville,
Study Period 7,
Block
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Census Date 05-Jul-2012 |
Face to face teaching
30-Jun-2012 to 17-Jul-2012
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Coord/Lect: |
Professor Tom Blenkinsop, <Person not found>. |
Workload expectations: |
- 8 hours workshops/Seminars
- 64 hours fieldwork
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Assessment: |
test (10%); assignments (90%). |
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