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  Course Description
Course Name : Field Geology I

Course Code : J 309

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 3

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. ULVİCAN ÜNLÜGENÇ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows theorotically how to start working on a geological studies in the field. Draws topographic and geological cross-section. Knows how to measure columnar section and sedimentological logs. Knows the “V” rules and mapping techniques. Defines the attitude of planar and linear structures. Knows all geological symbols during this course. Increases thinking ability on three dimension.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Field Geology l aims to prepare students for the Field. Field Geology I course is given in the class during the fall term. In this course, all theoretical field related general subjects are given to the students. To teach the structures and properties of the rocks; to gain the interpretation ability by using the structural elements from the prepared geological maps.

Course Contents : Basic concepts in field geology, required investigation for detailed field study and use of necessary field equipments. Reading and using the topographical maps and definitions of a particular location in grid areas. Collecting hand specimens, Geological mapping types, “V” rule, preparation of geological cross sections, rock classifications, measurements of stratigraphical sections, symbolic appearances and measurements of planar and linear structures and their interpretations. Interpreting the geological events on maps. Describe the important geological structures. Geological compass applications.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Faculty Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Course Description and Introduction Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
2 Basic concepts in Field Geology Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
3 Required investigation for detailed field study Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
4 Reading and using the topographical maps and definitions of a particular location in grid areas. Collecting hand specimens Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
5 Preparation and types of Geological maps Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
6 “V” rule, preparation of geological cross sections Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
7 Interpretation of geological cross sections Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
8 Mid term exam Studying the subjects covered up to the exam Written Exam
9 Classifications and properties of the rocks Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
10 Measurements of stratigraphical sections and calculations of thickness Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
11 Symbolic appearances and measurements of planar and linear structures and their interpretations Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
12 Interpretations of the geological events on maps Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
13 Description of the important geological structures Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
14 Geolgical compass applications Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
15 General Revision of Units Reading the related sections in the suggested course and application books Oral presentation and discussion
16/17 Final Exam Studying the subjects covered up to the exam Written Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Compton, R.R., 1985. Geology in the Field. 398 p.
  Compton, R.R., 1962. Manuel of Field Geology. 378 p.
 Önalan, M., 2000; Sahada Yerbilimi Çalışmaları (Saha Jeolojisi), İ.Ü. Yayını, İstanbul, 599s.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 10 50
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Thinks, interprets, analyzes and synthesizes geological events in 3D. 5
2 Chooses and applies necessary methods and instruments for engineering applications 3
3 Uses the information technology effectively. 4
4 Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. 5
5 Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups 5
6 Investigates to obtain scientific information, and uses data bases and other data sources actively. 4
7 Has an awareness of life long learning; follows developments in science and technology to keep up to date 4
8 Uses Fundamental Geological information, having necessary information in Mathematical and Natural sciences and employs theoretical and applied information in these areas in engineering solutions. 5
9 Knows job related and ethical responsibilities, project management, office applications and safety, and realizes juridical responsibilities of engineering applications 5
10 Knows the universal and societal effects of engineering solutions and applications. 4
11 Has an awareness of entrepreneuring and innovative subjects; knows and finds solutions for the new century 4
12 Identifies, formulizes and solves geological problems. 5
13 Realizes the social effects of identified solutions for geological problems. 5
14 Identifies, defines, formulizes and solves engineering problems. Chooses and applies the appropriate analytical and modelling techniques for this purpose. 5
15 Investigates and reports all kinds of natural resources and geological hazards 5
16 Initiates effective interactions in Turkish both orally and in written form, and speaks at least one foreign language 4
17 Uses necessary techniques and instruments for geological applications 4
18 Identifies rock types, draws geological maps and cross sections. 5
19 Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself continuously. 3
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 10 3 30
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 90
Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.6
ECTS Credit: 4