9770 (v.8) Geology 291 - Geological Field Mapping


Area:

Department of Applied Geology

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0
 
** The tuition pattern below provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. For more precise information please check your unit outline. **
 

Lecture:

2 x 1 Hours Weekly

Fieldwork:

7 x 1 Days Yearly

Prerequisite(s):

7032 (v.5) Geology 102 or any previous version
 

Syllabus:

Introduction to field geological mapping techniques and recording of outcrop information from igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks. Geological mapping in the field, using aerial photographs and appropriate field techniques. Map preperation and report writing. Maintaining field notebooks. Field safety. Field camp organisation.
 
** To ensure that the most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes appears, they will be provided in your unit outline prior to commencement. **
 

Field of Education:

10700 Earth Sciences (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

2

Extent to which this unit or thesis
utilises online information:

Informational

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y    
Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area