Module Information

معلومات المادة الدراسية

Module Title

General Geology II

Module Delivery

Module Type

S

☒ Theory

☒ Lecture

☒ Lab

☐ Tutorial

☐ Practical

☐ Seminar

Module Code

BOG1122

ECTS Credits

6

SWL (hr/sem)

150

Module Level

UGx11  UGI

Semester of Delivery

Two

Administering Department

Oil and Gas Engineering

 College

 Oil and Gas Engineering

Module Leader

 

 e-mail

 

Module Leader’s Acad. Title

 

Module Leader’s Qualification

 

Module Tutor

 

 e-mail

 

Peer Reviewer Name

 

 e-mail

 

Scientific Committee Approval Date

 

Version Number

1.0

               

 

 

Relation with other Modules

العلاقة مع المواد الدراسية الأخرى

Prerequisite module

 

Semester

 

Co-requisites module

 

Semester

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Module Aims, Learning Outcomes and Indicative Contents

أهداف المادة الدراسية ونتائج التعلم والمحتويات الإرشادية

 Module Objectives

أهداف المادة الدراسية

 

The main objectives of the class are to:

 

Familiarize students with geological maps and develop their ability to interpret and analyze the information presented on these maps, including understanding the representation of rock formations, structures, and other geological features.

 

Provide students with an understanding of structural geology, including the deformation and movement of rocks, faulting, folding, and the formation of geological structures, and enable them to apply this knowledge in interpreting and analyzing geological formations.

 

Explore the concept of plate tectonics and its role in shaping the Earth's surface, including the occurrence of earthquakes, and develop students' understanding of the processes and mechanisms behind plate tectonics.

 

Introduce students to the concept of using geological evidence to reconstruct past events and environments, including the study of fossils, sedimentary layers, and other geological indicators, and develop their skills in interpreting and analyzing this evidence to gain insights into Earth's history.

 

Overall, the class aims to provide students with a solid foundation in geological mapping, structural geology, plate tectonics, and the interpretation of geological evidence, fostering their critical thinking, observation, and analytical skills in the field of geology.

 

Module Learning Outcomes

 

مخرجات التعلم للمادة الدراسية

Possible learning outcomes for the class could include:

 

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in reading and interpreting geological maps, including identifying rock formations, structures, and other geological features.

 

  1. Understand and apply the principles of structural geology to analyze and interpret geological structures, such as faults and folds, and their implications for the Earth's crust.

 

  1. Explain the theory of plate tectonics, including the processes of seafloor spreading, subduction, and continental drift, and recognize the relationship between plate boundaries and the occurrence of earthquakes.

 

  1. Apply geological evidence, such as fossils, sedimentary layers, and stratigraphic principles, to reconstruct past environments, interpret Earth's history, and understand key events in geological time.

 

  1. Develop skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving through geological investigations and the interpretation of geological phenomena and processes.

 

  1. Communicate effectively about geological concepts, both orally and in written form, using appropriate scientific terminology and visual aids to present findings and interpretations.

 

  1. Collaborate with peers in group projects or fieldwork, demonstrating teamwork, data sharing, and effective communication in a geologically oriented context.

 

  1. Develop an appreciation for the importance of geological knowledge and its applications in areas such as resource exploration, hazard assessment, and environmental management.

 

  1. Exhibit ethical and responsible attitudes towards geological research, fieldwork, and the stewardship of Earth's geological resources.

 

By achieving these learning outcomes, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of geological mapping, structural geology, plate tectonics, and the interpretation of geological evidence, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue further studies or careers in the field of geology.

Indicative Contents

المحتويات الإرشادية

1. Geological maps.

2. Structural Geology.

3. Plate Tectonics including Earthquakes.

4. Keys to the past.

 

 

Learning and Teaching Strategies

استراتيجيات التعلم والتعليم

Strategies

 

The main strategy for delivering this module is to foster active student participation through engaging exercises, while simultaneously cultivating their critical thinking abilities. This will be accomplished through interactive classes, tutorials, and practical experiments that involve hands-on activities and sampling, designed to captivate and intrigue the students.

 

Student Workload (SWL)

الحمل الدراسي للطالب محسوب لـ ١٥ اسبوعا

Structured SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي المنتظم للطالب خلال الفصل

58

Structured SWL (h/w)

الحمل الدراسي المنتظم للطالب أسبوعيا

 

Unstructured SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي غير المنتظم للطالب خلال الفصل

92

Unstructured SWL (h/w)

الحمل الدراسي غير المنتظم للطالب أسبوعيا

 

Total SWL (h/sem)

الحمل الدراسي الكلي للطالب خلال الفصل

150

 

 

Module Evaluation

تقييم المادة الدراسية

 

As

Time/Number

Weight (Marks)

Week Due

Relevant Learning Outcome

Formative assessment

Quizzes

 

10% (10)

5 and 10

LO #1, #2 and #10, #11

Assignments

 

10% (10)

2 and 12

LO #3, #4 and #6, #7

Projects / Lab.

 

10% (10)

Continuous

All

Report

 

10% (10)

13

LO #5, #8 and #10

Summative assessment

Midterm Exam

1hr

10% (10)

7

LO #1 - #7

Final Exam

2hr

50% (50)

16

All

Total assessment

100% (100 Marks)

 

 

 

 

 

Delivery Plan (Weekly Syllabus)

المنهاج الاسبوعي النظري

Week 

Material Covered

Week 1

Introduction to Geological Maps: Purpose, types, and symbols.

Week 2

Reading and Interpreting Geological Maps: Identification of rock formations, structures, and geological features.

Week 3

Introduction to Structural Geology: Stress and strain, deformation mechanisms.

Week 4

Faults and Folds: Classification, characteristics, and interpretation.

Week 5

Plate Tectonics: Theory, plate boundaries, and their associated geological features.

Week 6

Earthquakes: Causes, seismic waves, and measuring earthquake intensity.

Week 7

Mid-Semester Assessment: Review and assessment of knowledge covered in previous weeks.

Week 8

Fossils and Stratigraphy: Principles of paleontology, fossil identification, and stratigraphic correlation.

Week 9

Sedimentary Rocks and Processes: Depositional environments, sedimentation processes, and facies analysis.

Week 10

Geological Time Scale: Principles of relative and absolute dating, geologic events and epochs.

Week 11

Field Trip/Practical Exercise: Application of geological mapping and structural geology concepts in the field.

Week 12

Key Concepts in Plate Tectonics: Seafloor spreading, subduction zones, and continental drift.

Week 13

Tectonic Landforms: Volcanoes, mountain building, and rift zones.

Week 14

Environmental Geology: Hazards associated with geological processes, impact of geological factors on human activities.

Week 15

Review and Recapitulation: Consolidation of key concepts, review of learning outcomes, and preparation for final assessments.

Week 16

Preparatory week before the final Exam

 

Delivery Plan (Weekly Lab. Syllabus)

المنهاج الاسبوعي للمختبر

Week 

Material Covered

Week 1

 

Week 2

 

Week 3

 

Week 4

 

Week 5

 

Week 6

 

Week 7

 

 

Learning and Teaching Resources

مصادر التعلم والتدريس

 

Text

Available in the Library?

Required Texts

 

 

Recommended Texts

 

 

Websites

 

                         

                                                                     Grading Scheme

مخطط الدرجات

Group

Grade

التقدير

Marks %

Definition

Success Group

(50 - 100)

A - Excellent

امتياز

90 - 100

Outstanding Performance

B - Very Good

جيد جدا

80 - 89

Above average with some errors

C - Good

جيد

70 - 79

Sound work with notable errors

D - Satisfactory

متوسط

60 - 69

Fair but with major shortcomings

E - Sufficient

مقبول

50 - 59

Work meets minimum criteria

Fail Group

(0 – 49)

FX – Fail

راسب (قيد المعالجة)

(45-49)

More work required but credit awarded

F – Fail

راسب

(0-44)

Considerable amount of work required

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Marks Decimal places above or below 0.5 will be rounded to the higher or lower full mark (for example a mark of 54.5 will be rounded to 55, whereas a mark of 54.4 will be rounded to 54. The University has a policy NOT to condone "near-pass fails" so the only adjustment to marks awarded by the original marker(s) will be the automatic rounding outlined above.