J418 Basin Terminology and Classification

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 8. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR.
Code J418
Name Basin Terminology and Classification
Term 2015-2016 Academic Year
Semester 8. 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. ULVİ CAN ÜNLÜGENÇ (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To gain knowledge on the terminology and formation of sedimentary basins, to teach the tectonic settings of the basins, to introduce the depositional system and sequential properties of the sedimentary basins.

Course Content

Introduction, definitions and classifications of basins and environments, tectonic basin classification, pre-syn and post depositional basins, basin morphologies, basin evolution, rift basins, marginal and slope basins, intracratonic basins, continental and intracratonic basins, deep marine trenches, forearc and backarc basins, remnant and foreland basins, pull-apart basins.

Course Precondition

Yok

Resources

Notes

Ders Notu ve Kitaplar


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Knows the terminology and formation of sedimentary basins.
LO02 Learns theoretical and practical knowledge about geological events and related structures form within the various basins.
LO03 Knows about the tectonic setting of the basins.
LO04 Understands the depositional system and sequential properties of the sedimentary basins.


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 Introduction, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
2 Definitions and classifications of basins and environments, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
3 Tectonic basin classification, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
4 Pre-syn and post depositional basins, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
5 Basin morphologies, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
6 Basin evolution; rift basins, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
7 Marginal and slope basins, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
8 Mid-term exam Studying the subjects covered up to the exam
9 Continental and intracratonic basins; Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
10 Intracratonic basins, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
11 Deep marine trenches, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
12 Forearc and backarc basins, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
13 Remnant and foreland basins, Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
14 Pull-apart basins. Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
15 General Revision of Units Reading the related sections in the suggested course books
16 Final Exam Studying the subjects covered up to the exam
17 Final Exam Studying the subjects covered up to the exam


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 7 2 14
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 3 3
Final Exam 1 3 3
Total Workload (Hour) 76
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,04
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 23.03.2016 10:29