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305557 (v.1) WASM Geological Mapping 201


 

Area:

WASM Mining Geology Teaching Area

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

5.0

Practical:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Fieldwork:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

11310 (v.4) WASM Geology 111 or any previous version
AND
11317 (v.4) WASM Resource Geology 112 or any previous version

Syllabus:

Introduction to concepts and techniques for the construction of geological maps, including photogeology, remote sensing, and field mapping techniques.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have the ability to interpret air photos. and create a geological map based on field observations.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Marjoribanks, R.W. (1998). Geological Methods in Mineral Exploration and Mining.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignments 80%, Examination 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 10703 Geology

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Supplemental  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.

 
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