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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | J442 |
| Name | Tertiary Foraminifera |
| 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. NİYAZİ AVŞAR
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the solutions of geolojical and stratigraphic problems of tertiary period by investigating fossils , the ways of finding oil and coal formations belong to that period.
Course Content
Tertiary stratigraphic paleontology, the beginning of life, micropalaeontological methods, Tertiary foraminifera, habitats, and their systematic identification.
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
Notes
Bremer, H., 1978. Paleontoloji. Ege Üniversitesi Fen Fakültesi. Bornova / İzmir. Sayar C., 1991. Paleontoloji (Omurgasız Fosiller) İTÜ Matbaası, Gümüşsuyu İstanbul. Meriç, E., 1990. Mikropaleontoloji, Jeoloji Mühendisleri Odası Yayını no: 19. (2. baskı), Dizer, A., 1983. Paleontoloji (Omurgasız). İ.Ü. Mühendislik Fakültesi Jeoloji Müh. Bölümü. Avcılar/ İstanbul.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns definition of benthic foraminifera in the Tertiary. |
| LO02 | Learns areas in which tertiary benthic foraminiferas are beneficial. |
| LO03 | Learns fossilization. |
| LO04 | Learns trace fossils. |
| LO05 | Learns properties of the Foraminiferas. |
| LO06 | Learns test structure and coiling of Foraminiferas. |
| LO07 | Learns taxonomic characteristics of benthic foraminiferas in the Tertiary |
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 | Definition of micropaleontology, importance of the fossils | reading | |
| 2 | Fossilization event | reading | |
| 3 | Systematic and taxonomy | reading | |
| 4 | Trace fossils, characteristics and zone fossils | reading | |
| 5 | Tertiary benthic foraminifera | reading | |
| 6 | Tertiary benthic foraminifera general characteristics and shell structure | reading | |
| 7 | The factors affecting the distribution of Tertiary benthic foraminifera | reading | |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Mid-term exam Preparation | |
| 9 | Systematic identification | reading | |
| 10 | Textularia, Fusulina | reading | |
| 11 | Miliolidae, Alveolinidae | reading | |
| 12 | Rotaliidae, Cymbaloporidae | reading | |
| 13 | Nummulitidae | reading | |
| 14 | Globotruncanidae | reading | |
| 15 | Discocyclinidae, Lepidocyclinidae | reading | |
| 16 | Final exam | Mid-term exam Preparation | |
| 17 | Final exam | Mid-term 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 | ||