JS414 Petrography of Carbonate Rocks

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

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR.
Code JS414
Name Petrography of Carbonate Rocks
Term 2018-2019 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 Belirsiz
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. KEMAL GÜRBÜZ
Course Instructor Prof. Dr. KEMAL GÜRBÜZ (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

Determination of sedimentary rocks by using thin-section and hand specimen, identify petrographical and textural properties of sedimentary rocks, classification, to gain the ability to examine the sedimentary rocks under polarised microscope and using hand specimens.

Course Content

Main properties of sedimentary rocks, sedimentary rock cycle, textural analysis of sedimentary rocks. Classification and nomenclature of sedimentary rocks.

Course Precondition

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Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Describe carbonate sedimentary rocks
LO02 Do petrographical descriptions on carbanote rocks
LO03 Do detailed petrographical analyses on carbonate rocks


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. 3
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 4
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. 2
PLO04 - Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. 4
PLO05 - Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups 2
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 3
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. 2
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. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to carbonate rocks 1 Repeating Sedimentary petrograhy knowladge
2 Introduction to carbonate rocks 2 Repeating Sedimentary petrograhy knowladge
3 Contens of the carbonate rocks 1 Pre-lab study
4 Contens of the carbonate rocks 2 Pre-lab study
5 Folk classification 1 Pre-lab study
6 Folk classification 2 Pre-lab study
7 Practise on Folk classification Pre-lab study
8 Mid-Term Exam Pre Exam Study
9 Dunham classification 1 Pre-lab study
10 Dunham classification 2 Pre-lab study
11 Practice on Dunham classification Pre-lab study
12 Identifying Calcite and Dolomite Pre-lab study
13 Practice on Identifying Calcite and Dolomite 1 Pre-lab study
14 Practice on Identifying Calcite and Dolomite 2 Pre-lab study
15 Final exam Pre exam study
16 Term Exams exam
17 Term Exams exam


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

Update Time: 09.05.2018 02:59