EA5045 - Field Techniques in Geology

Credit points:	03
Year:	2012
Student Contribution Band:	Band 4
Administered by:	Sch of Earth & Environmental Sciences

Detailed mapping of a selected area of the Mt Isa Inlier, interpretation and synthesis of field data (sedimentary, structural, metamorphic, igneous and economic), plotting maps and cross sections, geological report writing.

Learning Outcomes

• develop skills in integrating a wide body of geological data in determining a geological history and writing a field report;
• develop skills in mapping a complex terrain comprised of a variety of lithologies and geological problems;
• develop skills in preparing geological maps and cross sections from data collected in the field.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to lead, manage and contribute effectively to teams;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
• A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.

Prerequisites:	EA5049 AND EA5330 AND EA5048
Corequisites:	EA5044
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	EA3511

Availabilities
Townsville, Block, Study Period 7
Census Date 05-Jul-2012
Face to face teaching 30-Jun-2012 to 17-Jul-2012
Coord/Lect:	Professor Tom Blenkinsop.
Contact hours:	15 hours workshops/Seminars 64 hours fieldwork
Assessment:	quizzes or tests (10%); assignments (90%).

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.