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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JS314 |
| Name | Medical Geology |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. MUSTAFA AKYILDIZ |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. MUSTAFA AKYILDIZ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Introduction of mineral deposits formed by the effect of external events, Effects on mineral deposits in geological and chemical events, knowledge of alterations, Explanation of these mineral deposits, with examples from Turkey and the world
Course Content
Introduction to medical geolgy, Geological factors affect human health, Asbestos, zeolite issue and its effects on human health and environmental problems associated with arsenic, Silicosis, the environment and the effects on public health and stone mining operations, Natural carbon dioxide and problems, Problems with soil and clay eating habits, and iodine deficiency problems, problems with Flor, kidney Stones Anthropogenic factors the geography of disease
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|
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 | Medical Geology definition, scope, history and research methods | research | |
| 2 | Minerals and their effects on human health | research | |
| 3 | Asbestos and zeolite issue and its effects on human health3- Asbestos and zeolite issue and its effects on human health | research | |
| 4 | Arsenic and environmental problems | research | |
| 5 | Silicosis risk, Fluorine | research | |
| 6 | Environmental dust problems and selenium related problems | research | |
| 7 | Natural radioactivity and natural radiation | research | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | ||
| 9 | Heavy metals and environmental issues | research | |
| 10 | Problems with soil and clay eating habits | research | |
| 11 | Geothermal and mineral waters | research | |
| 12 | Iodine deficiency and problems, kidney Stones | research | |
| 13 | Environmental and public health effects of mining and stone industry | research | |
| 14 | Coal and human health | research | |
| 15 | Final | preparation for the exam. | |
| 16 | Term Exams | ||
| 17 | Term Exams |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |