Basics of geology 6.1-PGeo
A. Lecture: Basic definitions. Physical characteristics of minerals. Igneous rocks: origin and crystallization of magma, minerals of igneous rocks, genetic and chemical diversity of magma, deep rocks; volcanism, volcanic rocks. Sedimentary rocks: airing, residual rocks; erosion, transport and sedimentation, clastic rocks; biogenic rocks: rock-forming organisms, limestones, other biogenic rocks. Evaporites. Metamorphism, metamorphic rocks. Tectonic deformation. Basics of stratigraphy. Geological time.
B. Laboratory: practical recognition of rocks and minerals
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
K_W02_ interprets the complexity of processes and phenomena in nature, the solution of which requires an interdisciplinary approach _OP2A_W01
Skills
K_U03 _demonstrates the ability to critically analyze and select biological information, especially from electronic sources _P7S_UW
K_U07 _critically confronts biological information from various sources and draws justified conclusions on this basis _P7S_UW
Social competencies
K_K04_recognized sources of scientific information and using the principles of critical reasoning in resolving practical problems _P7S_KK
Assessment criteria
A. Way of final evaluation:
• lectures: pass with a grade
• laboratory: pass with a grade
B. Form of testing:
• lecture: open test
• laboratory: tests of small parts of material, reports
C. Basic criteria
• L: at least 50% correct answers on the required questions
• Lab: final grade estimated based on the partial grades and reports
Bibliography
A. obligatory literature:
A.1. used during lectures and laboratory sessions
- lectures and material provided by teachers
- all books about geology
A.2. lectures for self-study
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B. additional literature
Scientific papers recommended by lecturer
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