Practical routines and techniques of field stratigraphy 1300-WPTNSL
Field and laboratory practice, including field and stationary classes in laboratories and studios of the Faculty of Geology, University of Warsaw.
Description of field activities: GPS location, geomorphological characteristics of the research area based on field observations, marking the route on the topographic map, interpretation of the topographic and geological maps, measurement of the strike and dip of rock layers, distinguishing lithological assemblies, observations, measurements and documentation of lithological assemblies collection of macrofossils with particular emphasis on groups of leading stratigraphic importance (guide taxa), collection and description of rock samples, radiometric measurements of rock layers using field equipment.
The collected material is transported to Warsaw for further research.
Description of stationary classes in the laboratories of the Faculty of Geology: (i) Geomaterials Microanalysis Laboratory: discussion of the method and purpose of X-ray diffraction, presentation of equipment, measurement of samples brought from the field. (ii) Laboratory of the Department of Sedimentation Basin Geology: preparation of macrofossils collected in the field, preliminary taxonomic interpretation, statistical analysis of the material. (iii) Computer Laboratory of the Department of Tectonics and Geological Cartography: computer analysis of field observations and laboratory test results.
Consultations and lectures complementing practical activities are carried out on an ongoing basis, during the implementation of the various stages of the subject.
Methodology of work: Students work individually. The work consists of developing the material collected in the field, such as drawing stratigraphic-lithological profiles, taxonomic determinations of the fauna, drawing magnetostratigraphic measurements and others. Analytics and conclusions will be presented individually in the form of a presentation or poster.
Credit: The presentation, essay or credit poster should include a concise title and graphs, charts, photos, textual description, discussion of results, including analysis of possible causes of errors, bibliography and acknowledgments. The content should be divided into chapters.Ideally, the work should be submitted no later than July 15.
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Learning outcomes
1. Knowledge in the field of: lithological variability of the Middle and Upper Jurassic deposits, stratigraphic discontinuity and methods of its diagnosis, the importance of guiding fossils, distinguishing fossils of facies with no significant stratigraphic significance, ammonite provinces in the Jurassic, basics of interpretation of the results of magnetic and radiometric susceptibility measurements of sedimentary rocks , basics of interpretation of results of X-ray examinations of powdered rock samples.
2. Acquiring skills in the field of: self-assessment of the availability of a rock profile for research, use of topographic and geological maps, use of available applications for locating GPS locations in the field and determining the route, operation of field instruments for geophysical measurements (e.g. a spectometer for measuring natural gamma radiation) , preparation of graphic and digital documentation of geological details in the field, fossil preparation, presentation of analytical data and interpretation, rules for preparing the correct multimedial presentation or poster.
3. Social competences: practicing teamwork skills, learning the rules of organization and division of roles in team work, improving punctuality.
Assessment criteria
Methods: Continuous evaluation of the student's work (involvement in the field and in classrooms). Assessment of the substantive participation of the student in the collaborative work.
Criteria: Attendance in class (one absence from a full-time class for random reasons is allowed). Relevance of geological observations and correctness of their interpretation. Diligence in field work. Active and timely participation in the work of the subject team. Substantive correctness of the chapters in the presentation or poster. Consistency of formulated conclusions with analytical data. Linguistic correctness (including spelling, punctuation) and editorial level of the presentation/poster. Timeliness. Credit papers should be turned in no later than July 15. After this date, a bonus for timeliness will be deducted.
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