GENERAL GEOLOGY

Course Description

course designed to make the student familiar with the general properties of Earth, minerals and crystals. The formation of earth in pre-historic times, followed by various activities which lead to the formation of different rock types, such as volcanic activities, erosion and transportation of rocks under the oceans and dissipation of heat radioactivity through radioactive sources. Description, classification and properties of three main rock groups, namely volcanic, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Tectonic deformation, geological time and age, plate tectonics will also be addressed. Not only physical geology, but structural geology topics will also be supplied to the student, for better understanding of geology. During the course, students will study Earth materials, changes on the surface and in the interior of the Earth, and the dynamic forces that cause them to change. Students should be able to locate physical features such as rivers, lakes, or mountain chains, and should be able to relate geology to environmental problems and natural hazards.

GENERAL GEOLOGY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Describing and classifying three main rock groups
2. 02 Understanding the role of geology at exploration stage of petroleum resources
3. 03 Learning principles of relative age dating concepts
4. 04 Understanding of physical geology and an introduction to structural geology.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Tarburk EJ and Lutgens FK, Earth Science, Pearson Education, 2003
2. 02 Pipkin BW, Geology and the Environment, west Publishing Company, 1994
3. 03 Judson S and Richardson SM, Earth an Introduction to Geologic Change, Prentice Hall, 1995
4. 04 Lecture notes by instructor

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Classify the three main rock groups by describing their origin, structural characteristics, and formation processes. SOLO 3
2. L02 Explain the critical role of geological structures and processes during the exploration stage of petroleum resources. SOLO 4
3. L03 Formulate geological history models for complex subsurface structures by generalizing the principles of relative age dating concepts. SOLO 3
4. L04 Formulate theoretical models to predict tectonic deformation mechanisms by generalizing the core principles of physical and structural geology. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
3. Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
4. Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
5. Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
6. Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
8. Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
9. Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
10. Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
11. Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
12. Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
13. Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable
14. Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
15. Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
16. Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
17. Ability to work effectively as an individual.
18. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
19. Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
20. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
21. Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
22. Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
23. Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24. Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
25. Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
26. Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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