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At the end of the module, students should be able to:
Explain the depositional processes associated with deposition of Quaternary sediments
Understand techniques used in mineral exploration within unconsolidated sediments.
Critically evaluate approaches sed to characterize Quaternary sediments.
Explore risks posed by unconsolidated Quaternary sediments.
Topics covered will included:
Ice Sheets and Glaciers
Glacial sedimentation/landforms
Mineral exploration in unconsolidated sediments (drift prospecting, stream sediment sampling, etc.)
Aggregate resources
Geotechnical properties of Quaternary sediments
Weathering and soils
Coastal geomorphology
Climate Change
Hazards.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 8 |
Practical | 12 |
Field Trip/External Visits | 5 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 25 |
Total | 50 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Assessment of responses to tasks/questions posed in practical classes and in-class discussions | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 60 |
Examination: Final examination: Essay question about material covered in the lectures and practicals | Unspecified | No | Graded | No | 40 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Feedback will be provided following the completion of activities.
Name | Role |
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Dr Mark Coughlan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Tom Manzocchi | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |