Introduction to the subject

Specific Objectives

Understand the operation of the subject, because it is important for CiTM and basic concepts

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Earth system, to a global vision

Specific Objectives

Interdependent vision of the subsystems of planet earth.

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Mineralogy and textures

Specific Objectives

Know the basic characteristics of rocks and use petrographic properties to recognise rock types.

Related Activities

Lab practices.

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External geodynamics Learn to identify rocks

Specific Objectives

4.1 The external geodynamic cycle (introduction and concepts of weathering, erosion, transport and sedimentation and surface formation) (2 h) 4.2 Sedimentary rocks (detrital, carbonate, evaporitic, organic and hydrocarbons) (2h) 4.3 Slope processes, rivers, coasts, glaciers (2 h) Learn to identify rocks

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Internal Geodynamics

Specific Objectives

5.1 Global tectonics and seismology 5.2 Structural geology (primary and secondary structures, folds, faults and diaclases, shear zones, fault zones) 5.3 Magmatic processes, igneous rocks and volcanism 5.4 Metamorphism and metamorphic rocks Learn to identify rocks

Related Activities

Rock identification workshop

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Geological time

Specific Objectives

6.1 Introduction: the age of the earth 6.2 Relative dating of rocks and structures 6.3 Reconstruction of geological history 6.4 The scale of geological time 6.5 The Anthropocene, a time of challenges and planetary changes

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Morphology of the seabed

Specific Objectives

7.1 Morphotectonic units (ridges, ocean trenches, abyssal plains, etc.) 7.2 From sea to mountain: Morphology of continental margins (transition from ocean basins to the continent). The biggest drop on the planet

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The tsunamis

Specific Objectives

8.1 The Fukushima tsunami (eg) 8.2 When and where (spatial distribution and chronology) 8.3 Causes of tsunamis: 8.3.1 Subduction and major earthquakes. 8.3.2 The end of Atlantis. collapse of volcanic boilers. Santorini (former boiler collapse) 8.4 Tsunami warning system (monitor the Canary Islands)

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Marine Geological Prospecting

Specific Objectives

Geological prospecting techniques at sea

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Hydrogeology

Specific Objectives

10.1 What is an aquifer and groundwater 10.2 Groundwater flow. Aquifers as storage and transfer of water 10.3 Aquifers in coastal areas 10.4 Seawater intrusion and submarine groundwater discharge discharge

Dedication

Interdisciplinary view understanding the processes that take place in coastal areas and the different interactions ocurring between land and the sea as exchange of water flux, heat and nutrients, erosion, etc.

Specific Objectives

Understanding the complexity of the different geological and geodynamic processes that take place in coastal areas by understanding the different concepts presented during the course.

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Topographic maps, orthophotomaps and Google Earth Geological maps and profiles

Specific Objectives

Learn to use these tools and appreciate their potential Learn to interpret geological maps and draw up geological profiles

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Seminars Workshops for resolving doubts and defending practical work

Specific Objectives

Assessment of cases and real applications of the acquired knowledge as well as of different subjects related with the asignatura and the degree Workshops dedicated to solving doubts (theory + practices + works) as well as the presentation of the practical works in front of the rest of the students

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