Fundamentals of Geology (250553) – Course 2025/26 PDF
Syllabus
Learning Objectives
In this course, the fundamental aspects of Geology will be addressed, emphasizing on the genesis of the solid Earth (plate tectonics, range uplift, igneous activity, minerals, rock types and its origin, etc.) and the external processes that shape it (weathering, erosion, transport and sedimentation). 1.- Understand the Earth structure, the processes acting in the inner earth and on the surface and the Geological time scale and fossil record. 2.- Internalize the concepts of mineralogy, petrography, petrology. 3.- Apply the concepts of plate tectonics in seismicity volcanology, orography and continental margins. Educational formation to analyze a basic geological map
Competencies
Especific
To know and apply the lexicon and concepts of the Marine Sciences and Technologies and other related fields.
Establish a good practice in the integration of common numerical, laboratory and field techniques in the analysis of any problem related to the marine environment.
Apply spatial and cartographic representation techniques for different environments and scales.
Generic
Develop a professional activity in the field of Marine Sciences and Technologies.
Address in a comprehensive manner the analysis and preservation of the marine environment with sustainability criteria.
Total hours of student work
| Hours | Percentage | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supervised Learning | Large group | 30h | 50.00 % | |
| Medium group | 21.6h | 36.00 % | ||
| Laboratory classes | 8.4h | 14.00 % | ||
| Self Study | 90h | |||
Teaching Methodology
The course consists of 6 hours per week of theory and practice. In the theory classes, the basic concepts of the matter will be exposed by the teacher In the practice classes, the teacher will propose problems and exercises which will be solved by the students with the purpose to consolidate the learning objectives Although most of the sessions will be given in the language indicated, sessions supported by other occasional guest experts may be held in other languages.
Grading Rules
The evaluation calendar and grading rules will be approved before the start of the course.
The qualification consists of the following subjects (percentages indicate the weight of the subject in the overall qualification): 1) Continuous assessment in the classroom (10%): attendance, attitude, assessment in theoretical classes, workshops, and seminars; geological map practices, test rock recognition practices. 2) Partial exams: a) Two theory exams (58%) b) a practical exam of geological maps (15%) and c) a rock recognition report (7%). 3) Preparation and presentation of practical work (10%). The student will receive the qualification of "not presented" in the subject to the following cases: 1) unjustified absence to two practices, activities evaluable in class or deliverable within the designated dates, 2) absence of any examination. Admission criteria for re-evaluation: Students suspended for regular assessment that have been submitted regularly to all the subject's evaluation tests will have the option to perform a re-evaluation test during the period set in the academic calendar. These tests must be authorized by the corresponding Head of Studies, at the request of the professor responsible for the subject, and will be re-enlightened within the corresponding teaching period. Students who have already passed the student's re-evaluation test will not be able to submit to the re-evaluation test of students who have already passed or qualified students as not present. The maximum grade in the case of presenting to the re-evaluation exam will be five (5.0). The non-attendance of a student summoned to the test of re-evaluation, celebrated in the fixed period will not be able to give rise to the accomplishment of another test with later date. Extraordinary assessments will be made for students who have not been able to carry out any of the continuous assessment tests because of their proven force majeure.
Test Rules
The student will receive the qualification of "not presented" in the subject to the following cases: 1) unjustified absence to two practices, activities evaluable in class or deliverable within the designated dates, 2) absence of any examination. Admission criteria for re-evaluation: Students suspended for regular assessment that have been submitted regularly to all the subject's evaluation tests will have the option to perform a re-evaluation test during the period set in the academic calendar. These tests must be authorized by the corresponding Head of Studies, at the request of the professor responsible for the subject, and will be re-enlightened within the corresponding teaching period. Students who have already passed the student's re-evaluation test will not be able to submit to the re-evaluation test of students who have already passed or qualified students as not present. The maximum grade in the case of presenting to the re-evaluation exam will be five (5.0). The non-attendance of a student summoned to the test of re-evaluation, celebrated in the fixed period will not be able to give rise to the accomplishment of another test with later date. Extraordinary assessments will be made for students who have not been able to carry out any of the continuous assessment tests because of their proven force majeure.
Office Hours
To agree with the teacher of the subject
Bibliography
Basic
- Tarbuck, E.J.; Lutgens, F.K. Ciencias de la tierra: una introducción a la geología física. 10a ed. Madrid: Prentice Hall., 2015. ISBN 9788490352816.
- Bastida, F. Geología: una visión moderna de las ciencias de la tierra. Gijón: Trea, 2005. ISBN 8497042026.
- Gutiérrez Elorza, M. Geomorfología. Madrid: Prentice Hall, 2008. ISBN 991003402599706711.
- Seibold, E.; Berger, W. The sea floor An introduction to Marine Geology. 4rth ed. Cham: Springer, 2017. ISBN 9783319846439.
Complementary
- Riba, O. Diccionari de geologia. Barcelona: Institut d'Estudis Catalans : Fundació puntCAT, 2008. ISBN 8441227934.