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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | J415 |
| Name | Reefal Environments |
| Term | 2015-2016 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof.Dr. NİYAZİ AVŞAR
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the geological formation, distribution, classification and economic value of the reefs.
Course Content
Reefs and their classification, reefal organism, environmental distribution of organism, morphology of reefs.
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
Notes
Atabey, E., 1990, Resifler ve Avrupa Fosil Resif Modellerinden Örnekler. A.Ü. Fen BİL Enstitüsü, Doktora Semineri-II Chevalier, J.P., 1961, Recherches sur les Madreporaires et les formation recifales Miocenes de la Mediterranee occidentale Memoir de la Societe Geologique de France, 40/93, 562p. Daly, M, DG Fautin & VA Cappola (2003), Systematics of the Hexacorallia (Cnidaria: Anthozoa). Zool. J. Linn. Soc. 139 Perrin, C., Plaziat, J.C. And Rosen, B.R., 1998, Miocene coral reefs and reef coral of the south-western Gulf of Suez and north-western Red Sea: distribution, diversity and regional environmental controls. In: Sedimentation and Tectonics of Rift Basins (Purser, B.H. And Bosence D.W.J., eds), Chapman and Hall, London. 297. Budd, F. A., Bosselini, R. F. Ve Stemann, A. T., 1996, Systematics of the Oligocene to Miocene reef coral Tarbellastraea in the northern Mediterranean. Paleontology, v.39, p.3, pp. 515-560.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns reefs. |
| LO02 | Learns classification of the reefs. |
| LO03 | Learns reef forming organisms. |
| LO04 | Learns environmental distribution of organisms. |
| LO05 | Learns morphology of reefs. |
| LO06 | Learns reef zones. |
| LO07 | Learns reefal evolution. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Uses Fundamental Geological information, having necessary information in Mathematical and Natural sciences and employs theoretical and applied information in these areas in engineering solutions. Identifies, formulizes and solves geological problems. Realizes the social effects of identified solutions for geological problems. Identifies, defines, formulizes and solves engineering problems. Chooses and applies the appropriate analytical and modelling techniques for this purpose. | |
| PLO02 | - | Uses necessary techniques and instruments for geological applications Identifies rock types, draws geological maps and cross sections. Investigates and reports all kinds of natural resources and geological hazards | |
| PLO03 | - | Thinks, interprets, analyzes and synthesizes geological events in 3D. Chooses and applies necessary methods and instruments for engineering applications. Uses the information technology effectively. | |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | |
| PLO06 | - | Investigates to obtain scientific information, and uses data bases and other data sources actively. Has an awareness of life long learning; follows developments in science and technology to keep up to date | |
| PLO07 | - | Initiates effective interactions in Turkish both orally and in written form, and speaks at least one foreign language. Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself continuously. | |
| PLO08 | - | Knows job related and ethical responsibilities, project management, office applications and safety, and realizes juridical responsibilities of engineering applications. Knows the universal and societal effects of engineering solutions and applications. Has an awareness of entrepreneuring and innovative subjects; knows and finds solutions for the new century. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reefs | reading | |
| 2 | The terms used in the definition of the reef | reading | |
| 3 | Reef forming organisms (Corals-Hydrozoas-Algae) | reading | |
| 4 | Reef forming organisms (Foraminifera-Stramatoporoidler-Sponges-Bryozoans) | reading | |
| 5 | Reef forming organisms (Serpulid grubs-Mollusc-Brachiopods-Echinodermata) | reading | |
| 6 | Factors affecting the distribution of reefs | reading | |
| 7 | Environmental distribution of reefs | reading | |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Midterm exam Preparation | |
| 9 | Classification of reefs (Classification based on the composition and shape) | reading | |
| 10 | Classification of reefs (Classification based on edge types and distribution of facies) | reading | |
| 11 | Dynamics of reef development | reading | |
| 12 | Environmental distribution of organisms | reading | |
| 13 | Reef morphology and generations | reading | |
| 14 | Development of the reef complex and economic geology of the reef | reading | |
| 15 | The nature and evolution of the current and former reefs | reading | |
| 16 | Final exam | Final exam Preparation | |
| 17 | Final exam | Final exam Preparation |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | -20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 200 | -20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 8 | 2 | 16 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 76 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,04 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||