autumn 2017
GEO-3104 Advanced Structural Geology - 5 ECTS

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  3. Advanced Structural Geology

Application deadline

Applicants from Nordic countries: 1 June for the fall semester.

Applicants from outside the Nordic countries: 15 April for the fall semester.

Type of course

This course is available as a single course.

Admission requirements

Bachelor's degree in geology, or a similar degree following a programme of study of at least three years duration, or similar education approved in accordance with the Norwegian Universities Act section 3-4. In addition, specialization in geology worth the equivalent of at least 80 ECTS credits is required. Normally, an average mark of C or better is required at the bachelor's degree level or other programme for basis of admission.

Application code: 9371.

Course content

The course deals with geometry and location of the most common deformational structures like folds, faults/shear zones and fractures and their relationship to strain and stress (forces) in the earth crust. Examples include structural elements and development of tectonic regimes.

Recommended prerequisites

GEO-2002 Introduction to structural geology and maps

Objectives of the course

After successfully completing the course, students should have a thorough understanding of geological structures and the processes of their formation. In addition, they will have a knowledge of the most important tools which are required for solving structural problems in geology.

Language of instruction and examination

English.

Teaching methods

20 hours lectures and 18 hours exercises, 1-2 days of field excursion.

Assessment

3 hours written exam. Grading scale: Letter grades A-F, whereof F is fail.

Admittance to the examination requires approved course work.

A re-sit exam will be arranged for students who do not pass the examination for this course.

Recommended reading/syllabus

Twiss & Moores: "Structural Geology", Freeman, 2nd edition, 736 pp.

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  • Campus: Tromsø |
  • ECTS: 5
  • Course code: GEO-3104
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