JM0034 Mineral Chemistry and Advanced mineralogy

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

Information

Code JM0034
Name Mineral Chemistry and Advanced mineralogy
Semester . Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Yüksek Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
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Course Goal

Determination of the crystallization environment and depths of minerals by using electron microprobe analysis and revealing the tectonic environment of the analyzed rocks

Course Content

Determination of the crystallization environment and depths of minerals by using electron microprobe analysis and revealing the tectonic environment of the analyzed rocks

Course Precondition

There are no prerequisites.

Resources

Mineral Chemistry (Swapna Mukherjee)

Notes

Mineral Chemistry (Swapna Mukherjee)


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Determination of the crystallization environment and depths of minerals by using electron microprobe analysis and revealing the tectonic environment of the analyzed rocks
LO02 Determination of the crystallization environment and depths of minerals by using electron microprobe analysis and revealing the tectonic environment of the analyzed rocks (2)
LO03 Defines amphibole type minerals. Calculates the P-T conditions of rocks through amphibole mineral chemistry analyses.
LO04 Understands the introduction, mineral definition, crystal growth, crystal systems, crystal symmetry.
LO05 Comprehends internal order, isomorphism, polymorphism, polytype, pseudomorphism and crystal defects in crystals.
LO06 Comprehends atomic and ion radii, coordination of ions, bond strengths in crystals, chemical composition of the earth's crust, composition changes in minerals, separation, physical properties of minerals.


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 2
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Know how to use mathematics, science and engineering knowledge gained at undergraduate level to solve advanced geological engineering problems 4
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to prepare and evaluate projects in geological engineering 5
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 3
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 4
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Have the ability to work individually, in a team, and in multidisciplinary fields. 2
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 4
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Uses the knowledge gained in the field of Geological Engineering, systematic thinking and problem solving skills in interdisciplinary studies. 2
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Understands the universal and social effects of geological engineering practices. 1
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, mineral definition, crystal growth, crystal systems, crystal symmetry Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Internal order in crystals, isomorphism, polymorphism, polytype, pseudomorphism, crystal defects Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
3 Atom and ion radius, coordination of ions, crystal bonds, chemical composition of earth, compositioanl variation in minerals, exsolution, physical properties of minerals Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
4 Optical properties of minerals: isotropic and anisotropic minerals, uniaxial and biaxial minerals Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
5 Birefringence of anisotropic minerals, microscopic investigation of minerals under the parallel and crossed nicols Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
6 Silicate group minerals and their classification Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
7 Silicate group minerals and their classification (Continued) Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü Sınav, Ödev
9 Petrological importance and menings of electron microprobe data Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 Mineral chemical analyses: preparation of samples for mineral chemistry analyses Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
11 Mineral chemistry analyses with electron microprobe Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
12 BSE images and their meanings Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
13 Chemical formula calculation of silicate minerals and evaluation of the data on related classification diagrams Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
14 Chemical formula calculation of sulphide and oxide group minerals and evaluation of the data on related classification diagrams Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
15 Chemical formula calculation of sulphide and oxide group minerals and evaluation of the data on related classification diagrams 2 Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
16 Term Exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Sözlü Sınav
17 Term Exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


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 12 12
Final Exam 1 28 28
Total Workload (Hour) 154
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,16
ECTS 6 ECTS