625-223 Field Geology

Special Requirements: Geological hammer, hand lens and magnet. Students should consult the Earth Sciences web-site for dates, charges for excursions, accommodation and food and other information including safety requirements.

Credit cannot be gained for both this subject and 625-221 (prior to 2003).

Earth sciences 625-102.

This subject will cover the basic methods used to gather large scale geoscience data, the major component of the subject being a field mapping exercise. The subject will provide a practical introduction to geoscience field mapping, air photo interpretation, and the use of remotely sensed data of various forms. The integration of geological and geophysical data sets (eg. geological surface and subsurface data, magnetics, radiometrics, and digital topographic data, satellite imagery) will form a component of the subject. The subject will also provide and introduction to the basics of sedimentary geology.

Students will acquire generic skills in:

• creativity and imaginative thinking;

• problem solving in complex field and geological situations, and

• working and communicating within a team environment.

A written report and assessment of fieldwork totalling up to 3000 words (80%); a 1-hour practical examination towards the end of semester (20%).