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Cyprus International University
TR

PETROGEOLOGICAL NATURE OF CYPRUS AND EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

Course
PNGE506 - PETROGEOLOGICAL NATURE OF CYPRUS AND EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
Department
Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering - English - Master
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
8
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
Asst. Prof. Dr. Hilmi DİNDAR
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

The main aim of this course is to enhance the understanding of petrological characteristics of both Northern Cyprus and Eastern Mediterranean as a whole. Within the scope of the course, the geological characteristics as well as mineralogic and petrophysical characteristics of the rock formations in TRNC will be studied in detail, related to their origin and engineering characteristics. The same will be realized for the rock formations of the Eastern Mediterranean as a whole, concentrating on the same issues. In addition to the ever-important oil-gas holding capacity, properties of the rocks such as density, permeability and porosity will also be studied.

PETROGEOLOGICAL NATURE OF CYPRUS AND EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Item Type Weight (%)
presentation Presentation 40
final report project Project 40
essays Assignment 20
Total 100

Course outcomes

No course outcomes have been defined yet.

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction into the geology of Cyprus and surrounding countries
Week 2 The geological group of rocks at Cyprus
Week 3 The distribution of the rocks, their properties and classification
Week 4 The rock properties of Kyrenia Range and formational relations
Week 5 The rock properties and their origin of Troodos Massif
Week 6 The rock properties and their relationship with Troodos Massif
Week 7 Field trip on outcropping rocks at road sections at Kyrenia Range ( Hilarion Formation,Lapithos Rocks and Lavas).
Week 8 The field excercise on the rocks of Kythrea Group. Their origins at the periphery of Kyrenia Range
Week 9 The rock properties of Mesaoria Group ( Plio - Quaternary age) at Mesaoria Basin.
Week 10 Evaporitic rocks of Cyprus. Their properties. Origin and outcropping.
Week 11 Midterm Examination
Week 12 Discussion :Geological reports from students about their countries. Comparison with the Cyprus case.
Week 13 Discussion :Geological reports from students about their countries. Comparison with the Cyprus case.
Week 14 An example from Messinian Salinity Crisis in north Cyprus : The gypsum cave (İncirli Mağara) at Çınarlı village. Field trip.
Week 15 Overview of the course content for final examination.

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 The course content was compiled from different reports.
  2. 02 Geological Map of Cyprus

Learning Outcomes

No learning outcomes have been defined.

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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