Information
| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING (PhD) | |
| Code | JM507 |
| Name | Sequence ans Seismic Stratigraphy |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ULVİ CAN ÜNLÜGENÇ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
To teach the basic principles of sequence and seismic stratigraphy; conducting studies to evaluate sequence stratigraphy along with seismic data, and present the benefits of well data in the scope of seismic stratigraphy
Course Content
Basic concepts and definitions, basic stratigraphic relations, Principles of seismic stratigraphic interpretation, Lack of formation of beds, facies concept and facies changes, Unconformities, sudden lithological changes, Significant differences between diastem and unconformities, Basic principles of sequence stratigraphy, Basic nomenclatures and definitions in seismic stratigraphy, Seismic reflections and chronostratigraphy, Sediment patterns in sequence stratigraphy and relative sea level changes, Evaluation of seismic stratigraphy with sequence stratigraphy, Seismic-sequence analysis, Basic seismic reflections, geological meanings and facies relations, Interpretation of seismic stratigraphy and well data.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Separates and evaluates the seismic sequence |
| LO02 | Interprets the geological data obtained from field studies with well and seismic data |
| LO03 | Interpret the sequence analysis studies which are important especially in hydrocarbon exploration |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have advanced hypothetical and applied knowledge in geological engineering fields | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to define the problems of geological engineering in advanced level, formulate and solve them | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Know how to use mathematics, science and engineering knowledge gained at undergraduate level to solve advanced geological engineering problems | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | ave the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to evaluate scientific and social values for societies and to transfer them to others at every level | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to do research independently in his/her field as well as in other fields and present the results effectively | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Have the ability to be aware of life-long learning and follow the innovations in his/her field and to be able to use them efficiently | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Have the ability to work individually, in a team, and in multidisciplinary fields. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Have the ability to use modern technologies and computer simulation to develop new projects and solve advanced engineering problems | 5 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Have the ability to use advanced knowledge in geological engineering field to think systematically and solve problems in multidisciplinary approaches | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Understands the universal and social effects of geological engineering practices. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It carries the necessary sense of responsibility, professional and ethical responsibility to use natural resources in the most efficient way. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic concepts and definitions, basic stratigraphic relations | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 2 | Principles of seismic stratigraphic interpretation | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 3 | Lack of formation of beds, facies concept and facies changes | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 4 | Unconformities, sudden lithological changes | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 5 | Significant differences between diastem and unconformities | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 6 | Basic principles of sequence stratigraphy | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 7 | Basic nomenclatures and definitions in seismic stratigraphy | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Oral and/or Written Exam | |
| 9 | Seismic reflections and chronostratigraphy | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 10 | Sediment patterns in sequence stratigraphy and relative sea level changes | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 11 | Evaluation of seismic stratigraphy with sequence stratigraphy | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 12 | Seismic-sequence analysis | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 13 | Basic seismic reflections, geological meanings and facies relations | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 14 | Basic seismic reflections, geological meanings and facies relations | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 15 | Interpretation of seismic stratigraphy and well data | Oral Presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Oral and/or Written Exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Oral and/or Written Exam |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 25 | 25 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 154 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,16 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||