GEOL40510 Geological Mapping Research

Academic Year 2024/2025

Field work is carried out, in pairs or in groups of three students, over a period of no longer than four weeks in the Autumn trimester. This fieldwork will involve mapping and field analysis of certain aspects of the geology of the areas. The data recorded independently by each student on field sheets, field notebooks and photographs will form the basis for: (i) Production of a detailed map of the mapping area, drawn to publication standard using mapping/draughting and GIS software. (ii) Presentation of a poster and seminar. (iii) Preparation of draft version of a research report, documenting the research and results, during the first semester, and completion and submission of the report early in the second semester.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

1. Carry out detailed field mapping in complex geological terranes. 2. Record geological field data in a logical, comprehensive and professional manner. 3. Write geological reports of observations and interpretations. 4. Interpret geological field observations to produce geological maps. 5. Produce geological maps to publication standard. 6. Present illustrated research seminars and research posters.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

10
Practical

40
Autonomous Student Learning

350
Total

400
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Students will conduct independent field research and produce final reports which will encompass active/task-based learning; peer and group work; critical writing; reflective learning; field work; enquiry & problem-based learning; debates; and student presentations. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Pre-requisite:
GEOL30040 - Sedimentary Environments, GEOL30250 - Geological Mapping, GEOL30350 - Geological Structures


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade

Not yet recorded.

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Remediation Type Remediation Timing
Repeat (CFP) Within Three Semesters
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Peer review activities

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Students will conduct independent field research and produce final reports which will encompass active/task-based learning; peer and group work; critical writing; reflective learning; field work; enquiry & problem-based learning; debates; and student presentations.

Name Role
Dr Thomas Belgrano Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Kara English Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
John Walsh Lecturer / Co-Lecturer