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| Code | JS321 |
| Name | Micropaleontology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 1-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 1 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ATİKE NAZİK |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ATİKE NAZİK
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Arş.Gör.Dr. Emine ŞEKER ZOR (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the solutions of the geological problems by using the microfossils.
Course Content
Microfossils, extraction techniques for microfossils, characteristic microfossils through geological time, the importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events.
Course Precondition
Electives without prerequisites
Resources
Howard A. Armstrong, Martin D. Brasier, 2005, Microfossils, BLACKWELL PUBLISHING.
Notes
Lecturer presentations
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learns about plants and animal microfossils |
| LO02 | Learns the areas in which the fossils are beneficial. |
| LO03 | Learns to analyze geological events using paleontological data. |
| LO04 | Learns the environments where microfossils live. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and subjects specific to the discipline of geological engineering; ability to apply theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems. | 2 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to identify, define, analyze, formulate, select (or develop) solution models and solve complex geology and geological engineering problems with the acquired knowledge. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to design and implement a complex system, process, device or product related to Geology and Geological Engineering using modern design methods to meet the needs under realistic constraints and conditions. | |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | The ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of a complex problem encountered in Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the ability to use information technologies effectively. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | The ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results, and design and conduct experiments to investigate complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the discipline of Geology and Geological Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The ability to communicate effectively in oral and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously renew oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Acting in accordance with ethical principles when solving engineering problems, awareness of professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge of standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knowledge of business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. | 2 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knowledge about the global and societal effects on health, environment and safety in the solution of Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the problems of the era reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fossil, Fosilization, Microfossil, definitions and concepts | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Terrestrial and Marine Microfossils | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Extraction techniques for microfossils | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Morphology and chemical composition of microfossils | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | The characteristic microfossils in Precambrian and Paleozoic | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | The characteristic microfossils in Mesozoic | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | The characteristic microfossils in Cenozoic | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | To read references | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Rock-forming microfossils | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Biostratigraphy) | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Paleoecology) | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Paleoclimatology) | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Paleogeography) | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Using microfossils in petroleum exploration | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Microfossils for studying evolutionary | To read references | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | To read references | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | To read references | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 50 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,00 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||