Area: | WASM Mining Geology Teaching Area |
Credits: | 12.5 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Practical: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 8686 (v.5) Chemistry 128 or any previous version
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305668 (v.1) WASM Chemistry 153 or any previous version
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11310 (v.4) WASM Geology 111 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Introduction to a range of geochemical sampling methods and techniques for data analysis. A variety of survey methods, including stream sediment, soil, lithogeochemistry, biogeochemistry, gas and lag surveys will be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on the development of practical problem solving and data interpretation skills through tutorial sessions, practical assignments and case studies. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have the ability to interpret results from simple geochemical surveys, design and carry geochemical surveys. |
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: | Rose, A.W. Hawkes, H.E., Webb, J.S. (1979). Geochemistry in Mineral Exploration. Learning Curve Explore Series, Geochemical Exploration. Joyce, A.S. (1984). Geochemical Exploration. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignments 30%, Examinations 40%, Tutorials and Seminar 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10707 Geochemistry | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Supplemental | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Kalgoorlie 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 |
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