Physical geology 1300-OGD1ZC
Classes consist of two topics.
1. Macroscopic identification of minerals and rocks:
diagnostic features of minerals and recognition of selected minerals;
description of the rocks, their textures and composition;
classification and identification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks;
regional varieties of different rock types and their occurrences in Poland.
2. Basics of interpretation of geological maps:
principles of cartographic methods of the geological structure presentation (geological maps, cross-sections, lithological logs);
main types of tectonic structures: homocline, folds, faults, unconformities (disconformity, discordance, nonconformity, paraconformity);
identification of tectonic structures on geological maps;
principles of the cross-section constructing.
Type of course
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Basic practical skills in recognition of common minerals and rocks. Ability of interpretation of geological maps and construction of geological cross-sections.
Assessment criteria
The classes are graded based on the following conditions:
- participation and preparation for classes (2 absences are allowed)
- positive grade from a written final examinations
- graphical works
Practical placement
none
Additional information
Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes:
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