EA2300 - Introductory Structural and Metamorphic Geology
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2015 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Administered by: | College of Science, Technology & Engineering |
The subject provides the learner with the basic background in metamorphic geology; driving forces of metamorphism, identification of metamorphic rocks, application of the phase rule, the role of fluids in metamorphic processes, and metamorphic reactions. The structural geology section of this subject focuses on the interpretation of geological maps. The primary goal is to develop the learner's ability to obtain a 3D picture from a 2D geological map.
Learning Outcomes
- to obtain an understanding of metamorphic processes in the Earth's crust;
- be able to apply the phase rule to metamorphic mineral assemblages and metamorphic reactions;
- be able to establish a sequence of geological events in an area from a geological map;
- understand the role of fluids and whole-rock chemistry on metamorphic processes.
| Prerequisites: | EA1110 plus at least 9 credit points level 1 AN, AR, BZ, EV, MA, MB, PH, SC (BU1004 or BU1104) subjects |
| Inadmissible Subject Combinations: | EA2002 EA5049 |
Availabilities | |
| Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2 | |
| Census Date 27-Aug-2015 | |
| Coord/Lect: | Dr Jan Huizenga. |
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| Assessment: | (70% - 85%); (15% - 30%). |
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.