Overview

This subject is an introduction to classification, distribution and characteristics of metalliferous ore deposits. An understanding of ore deposit genesis is developed via an Earth Systems approach. The tectonic settings of ore deposits are considered within the context of the plate tectonic paradigm, and global metallogenic events throughout Earth's history. … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Associate Professor Andy Tomkins

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Andy Tomkins

Notes

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Scheduled teaching activities and/or workload information are subject to change in response to COVID-19, please check your Unit timetable and Unit Moodle site for more details.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Recognise and describe different styles of mineralisation and associated alteration in rock specimens and thin sections.

2.

Describe the characteristic mineralogical, structural and host-rock features of a range of important mineral deposit types.

3.

Explain the current hypotheses for genesis of a range of mineral deposit types.

4.

Combine scientific data to form a hypothesis that can be used in mineral exploration for a range of ore deposit types.

5.

Combine scientific data to design and evaluate strategies to efficiently and economically extract ores from known mineral deposits.

6.

Work as a geologist in the minerals industry.

Teaching approach

Enquiry-based learning

Assessment

1 - Assessment Task 1: Mineral identification practical examination
2 - Assessment Task 2: Mineral exploration project
3 - Practical exercises
4 - Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Practical activities

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Recommended resources

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
One-day field trip to Bendigo to visit an underground mine and old surface workings. Expected cost $80. A limited number of fieldtrip scholarships are available via application to the Unit Coordinator. Alternative assessment is available for students with special consideration

Availability in areas of study

Earth science