James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2007

EA5027 - Advanced Field Training

[Offered in odd-numbered years]

Credit points: 06
Year: 2007
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: Discipline of Earth Sciences

Available to students qualifying for entry into MSc(App) in Mining and Exploration Geology.

This is an 8-day course in state-of-the-art field-based training. The course will emphasise the integration of structural, paragenetic, textural, geochemical and geophysical techniques in unravelling patterns of fluid flow, alteration and mineralisation. The course will be based in the Mt Isa Block.

Learning Outcomes


Availabilities

Townsville, Block, Study Period 6
Census Date 29-Jun-2007
Face to face teaching 30-Jun-2007 to 08-Jul-2007
Coord/Lect: Professor Nick Oliver.
Contact hours:
  • 6 hours tutorials
  • 16 hours practicals
    Assessment:quizzes or tests (65%); assignments (25%).

    Townsville, Block, Study Period 7
    Census Date 20-Jul-2007
    Non-standard start/end 30-Jun-2007 to 10-Aug-2007
    Face to face teaching 30-Jun-2007 to 08-Jul-2007
    Coord/Lect: Professor Nick Oliver.
    Contact hours:
    • 6 hours tutorials
    • 16 hours practicals
      Assessment:quizzes or tests (65%); assignments (25%).

      Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.