Understanding Earth (003GR)
Understanding Earth
Module 003GR
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
The module that introduces the principles Earth science. It outlines the main geological processes and products associated with rocks and minerals, crustal deformation, geological time, continental evolution, geobiology and the planets. It also considers the application of Earth science to engineering and energy resources. Such understanding of the Earth is essential for considering the nature and management of materials and resources extracted from the Earth, and the impacts of geological processes on society. Understanding Earth provides a conceptual framework and practical knowledge for studying geomorphology, environmental change, environmental research skills, resource management, permafrost and geohazards in years two and three.
Module learning outcomes
To understand the basic concepts and principles of Earth science.
To gain knowledge about common rocks, minerals, fossils and geological structures.
To analyse and interpret simple geological maps, boreholes and cross sections.
To understand the application of Earth science to engineering and natural resources.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 75.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Test | T2 Week 6 | 25.00% |
| Report | T2 Week 11 | 75.00% |
| Take Away paper | Semester 2 Assessment | 25.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 01111000101 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 00000010010 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111110111 |
| Spring Semester | Fieldwork | 8 hours | 00000000100 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 00000000001 |
| Spring Semester | Class | 1 hour | 00000100000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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