Overview
This unit focuses on the methods used to decipher the geological history the Earth from the sedimentary rock record. Topics covered include sedimentology, sedimentary petrology, stratigraphy, physical volcanology and palaeontology. You will explore the formation of sedimentary basins, their environments and past climate in the context of plate tectonics and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Dr Fabio Capitanio
Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Fabio Capitanio
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
Analyse the global tectonic context of sedimentary basins;
2.
Determine the age of sedimentary and volcanic rocks using the principles of stratigraphy;
3.
Apply the techniques of sedimentology, physical volcanology, stratigraphy and palaeontology to reconstruct the geological and paleoclimate record of sedimentary basins;
4.
Evaluate basin evolution using geophysical techniques;
5.
Apply geological principles to explore for and manage the resources and uses of sedimentary basins, including water and mineral resources, carbon capture and storage, and geothermal energy.
Teaching approach
Active learning
Field trips
Problem-based learning
Assessment
1 - Assessed practical work
2 - Three, intra-semester tests
3 - Field trip
4 - Basin analysis project
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Practical activities
Workshops
Workload requirements
Workload
Off campus attendance requirements
Availability in areas of study
Earth science