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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| GEOLOGY ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | JS406 |
| Name | Paleontology in Hydrocarbon Exploration |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÜMİT ŞAFAK |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ÜMİT ŞAFAK
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Association of the ocean-continent in geological time, continental drift and migration, the stories of these events, which explains the fossil groups.
Course Content
Association of the ocean-continent in geological time, continental drift and migration, the stories of these events, which explains the fossil groups.
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | To give information about hydrocarbon formations |
| LO02 | To learn the lignite and petroleum possibilities in the Palaeozoic upper system |
| LO03 | To learn the lignite and petroleum possibilities in the Mesozoic upper system |
| LO04 | To learn the lignite and petroleum possibilities in the Senozoic upper system |
| LO05 | Examination of hydrocarbon containing lithologies |
| LO06 | To learn about stratigraphic traps |
| LO07 | Explanation of relationship between evaporation and hydrocarbon potential |
| LO08 | Introduction of the microfossil content of the evaporitic zones |
| LO09 | Investigation of ostracod genera and species in evaporitic hydrocarbon lithologies |
| LO10 | Investigation of benthic foraminiferal genera and species that can be found in the evaporitic environment |
| LO11 | Examination of planktonic foraminifera species identified in stratigraphic traps |
| LO12 | Examination of salt domes and hydrocarbon contents |
| LO13 | Investigation of hydrocarbon productivity and efficient reefs in reefal traps |
| LO14 | To learn about Sapropel Formations and hydrocarbon content |
| LO15 | Examination of lagoon biota which can be defined within sapropel formations |
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. | 0 |
| 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 | 0 |
| 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. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Designs and performs experiments, collects data and interprets the results. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Works and undertakes responsibility in solving geological problems both individually and in multidiciplinary working groups | 0 |
| 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 | 0 |
| 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. | 0 |
| 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. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Major Hydrocarbon Components | Reading references | |
| 2 | Holding the lithologic hydrocarbon series, reservoirs and traps | Reading references | |
| 3 | Stratigraphic hydrocarbon traps | Reading references | |
| 4 | Microfossil groups contained in evaporite zones (Ostracoda) | Reading references | |
| 5 | Microfossil groups contained in evaporite zones (benthic foraminifera and micro mollusca) | Reading references | |
| 6 | Stratigraphic traps placed planktonic foraminifera | Reading references | |
| 7 | Stratigraphic traps and zone settling planktonic foraminifera fossils | Reading references | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Reading references | |
| 9 | Stratigraphic traps placed nannoplankton | Reading references | |
| 10 | Hydrocarbons and fossil reef in the character contents of traps (microfossils, stratigraphic ranges) | Reading references | |
| 11 | Hydrocarbons and fossil reef in the character contents of traps (microfossils, stratigraphic ranges) | Reading references | |
| 12 | Hydrocarbons and fossil reef in the character contents of traps (COLONY organisms, crinoids, bryozoans, algae, corals and stratigraphic ranges) and micro mollusca, stratigraphic ranges | Reading references | |
| 13 | Formations lagoon contained in Sapropel groups, classes and types | Reading references | |
| 14 | The hydrocarbon content of salt domes, the poor biota | Reading references | |
| 15 | Final exam | Reading references | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading references | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reading references |
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 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 54 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,16 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||