JM589 Interpretation of Geochemical Data

6 ECTS - 4-0 Duration (T+A)- . Semester- 4 National Credit

Information

Code JM589
Name Interpretation of Geochemical Data
Semester . Semester
Duration (T+A) 4-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 4 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Yüksek Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
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Course Goal

To teach graduate students the geochemical characteristics of igneous rocks.

Course Content

Definitions of major, trace and rare earth elements. Normalization of trace and rear earth elements. Calculations of mineral formula of rock forming minerals and their interpretations.

Course Precondition

There is no prerequisite.

Resources

Lecture notes on interpretation of geochemical data

Notes

Using Geochemical Data; https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108777834


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 MSc students learn basic principals of geochemistry
LO02 MSc students learns and evaluate the basic geochemical principals of magmatic rocks in different tectonic settings.
LO03 MSc students may be able to examine tectonic settings in which magmatic rocks formed.
LO04 Makes comments on the origin of igneous rocks.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have advanced hypothetical and applied knowledge in geological engineering fields 4
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to define the problems of geological engineering in advanced level, formulate and solve them 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Know how to use mathematics, science and engineering knowledge gained at undergraduate level to solve advanced geological engineering problems
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering 4
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to evaluate scientific and social values for societies and to transfer them to others at every level
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to do research independently in his/her field as well as in other fields and present the results effectively
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to be aware of life-long learning and follow the innovations in his/her field and to be able to use them efficiently
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to work individually, in a team, and in multidisciplinary fields.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Have the ability to use modern technologies and computer simulation to develop new projects and solve advanced engineering problems 2
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Uses the knowledge gained in the field of Geological Engineering, systematic thinking and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies. 3
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Understands the universal and social effects of geological engineering practices. 4
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal It carries the necessary sense of responsibility, professional and ethical responsibility to use natural resources in the most efficient way. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 basic principles of geochemistry Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Methods of sample preparation Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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3 Methods of rock analyses Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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4 Methods of mineral analyses Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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5 major and trace elements in rocks and their presentation Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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6 Rare earth elements in rocks and their presentation Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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7 Major and trace elements in minerals and their presentation Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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8 Mid-Term Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
9 Major and trace element characteristics of rocks in MOR setting reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
10 Major and trace element characteristics of rocks from island arc setting Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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11 Major and trace element characteristics of rocks from oceanic seamount Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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12 Major and trace element characteristics of rocks from active continental margins Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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13 Major and trace element characteristics of rocks from continental rift zones Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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14 Major and trace element characteristics of rocks from back-arc basins Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
15 General evaluation and discussion Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Tartışma
16 Term Exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
17 Term Exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10
Final Exam 1 28 28
Total Workload (Hour) 150
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,00
ECTS 6 ECTS