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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES |
| GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING (MASTER) (WITH THESIS) | |
| Code | JM618 |
| Name | Mining Geology |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Term | Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 4-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 4 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. MUSTAFA AKYILDIZ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
To teach the determination of mineral deposits which have different formations by classifying their textures and re-wall rock relations
Course Content
The distribution of elements in the Earths crust, structure, texture relations, igneous, volcanic and sedimentary ore deposits.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Chooses the most appropriate mining exploration model. |
| LO02 | Defines structural relations with mineral deposits |
| LO03 | have knowledge about the formation of ore. |
| LO04 | Develops a mining exploration model |
| LO05 | Calculates mining reserves. |
| LO06 | Adapts the therotical exploration methods to the application. |
| LO07 | Knows and applies the methods of prospecting. |
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 | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to define the problems of geological engineering in advanced level, formulate and solve them | 3 |
| 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 | Have the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering | 2 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have the ability to evaluate scientific and social values for societies and to transfer them to others at every level | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | 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. | 4 |
| 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 | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses the knowledge gained in the field of Geological Engineering, systematic thinking and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Understands the universal and social effects of geological engineering practices. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | It carries the necessary sense of responsibility, professional and ethical responsibility to use natural resources in the most efficient way. | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, Description and Prospecting concept | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 2 | Factors in the evaluation of orebody | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 3 | Folds and mineralization relationship | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 4 | Mineralization and structural geology relationship ,Deformation elipsoid and its application to formation and orientation of mineralised veins ,Faults and mineralization relationship ,Pre-mineral and postmineral faulting and their importance in mineral deposits | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 5 | Prospecting for mineral deposits Mineralogical guides and controls | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 6 | Gossan and oxidation products and their importance in search of new deposit | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 7 | Wall rock alteration associated with hydrothermal deposits and its bearing on mineral prospection | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Performance evaluation, homework | |
| 9 | Stratigraphic and lithologic guides | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 10 | Geophysical prospection methods: Gravity, magnetics, electrical methods | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 11 | Geochemical prospection methods: Heavy mineral prospection, stream sediment surveys, soil surveys, biogeochemical prospecting; determination of background, threshold and anomaly contrast; use of probability diagrams | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 12 | Changes in mineral deposits Sampling, Determination of orebody boundaries | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 13 | Restriction of Orebody and impact area Area calculation | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 14 | Reserve calculation methods: Geological cross section methods, polygon method, isopach method and practices | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 15 | Reserve calculation methods: Geological cross section methods, polygon method, isopach method and practices | Lecture, Individual Study, case study | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Performance evaluation, homework | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Performance evaluation, homework |
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 26 | 26 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 150 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,00 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||