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| Unit | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
| MINING ENGINEERING PR. | |
| Code | MDZ108 |
| Name | Minerlogy and Petrography |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NİL YAPICI |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
With what the student learned in the course; He/she must be able to solve a problem he/she encounters or at least be able to come up with an idea.
Course Content
Crystal systems, optical properties of minerals, rock-forming minerals.
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
General Mineralogy, Kürşat Özcan, Petrography Lecture Notes (Nil Yapıcı)
Notes
General Geology, İhsan Ketin, Mineralogy-Petrography Lecture Notes (Nil Yapıcı), Powerpoint presentation notes (Nil Yapıcı)
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Recognizes crystal systems. |
| LO02 | Recognizes the ore-forming minerals. |
| LO03 | Recognizes the rock-forming minerals. |
| LO04 | He/she is aware of professional and ethical responsibility, is conscious of project management, workplace practices, environment and occupational safety issues, and distinguishes the legal consequences of engineering practices. |
| LO05 | Uses necessary techniques and instruments for geological applications |
| LO06 | Defines necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improves himself/herself continuously. |
| LO07 | Occurence, definition, chemical contents, physical properties, crystallography of Borate group minerals |
| LO08 | Identifies, formulizes and solves geological problems. |
| LO09 | Identifies, defines, formulizes and solves engineering problems. Chooses and applies the appropriate analytical and modelling techniques for this purpose. |
| LO10 | It defends the social effects of solutions to geological problems. |
| LO11 | Uses Fundamental Geological information, having necessary information in Mathematical and Natural sciences and employs theoretical and applied information in these areas in engineering solutions |
| LO12 | Uses the information technology effectively. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | PÇ1. (a) Adequate knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and discipline-specific topics in Mining Engineering; PÇ1. (b) the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas for solving complex engineering problems. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ2. (a) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Mining Engineering; PÇ2. (b) ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ3. (a) Ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specified requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; PÇ3. (b) ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ4. (a) Ability to select and use modern technical tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Mining Engineering applications; PÇ4. (b) ability to effectively use information technologies. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ5. Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of problems specific to Mining Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | PÇ6. (a) Ability to work effectively in disciplinary (Mining Engineering) and multidisciplinary teams; PÇ6. (b) ability to work individually. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ7. (a) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; PÇ7. (b) knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and continuously improve oneself. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ9. Ability to act in accordance with the ethical principles of Mining Engineering; knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | PÇ10. Knowledge of business-life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | PÇ11. Knowledge of the impacts of Mining Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as contemporary issues in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of Mining Engineering solutions. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crystallography, crystals, symmetry, symmetry plane of rotation, the axis of symmetry, crystallographic axes | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Crystal systems | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Physical properties of minerals, cleavage, fracture surface, hardness, color, electrical and magnetic properties | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Quartz, feldspar, plagioclase and plagioclase in the determination of anorthite | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Biotite, muscovite, and orthorhombic pyroxene | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Olivine, olivine and serpentine anchored decompositions | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Sphene, apatite, tourmaline, garnets | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Mid-term exam | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap |
| 9 | Definition of petrography | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Rock cycle, structure of earth, Magma, origin and classification of magma. | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Classification of igneous rocks: chemical classification, mineralogical classification, colour index classification, feldspat index classification, textural classification, classification based on modes of occurence. | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Ultrabasic-Ultramafic rocks: mineralogy, textures, rock types, tectonic settings and examples. | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Contact metamorphic rocks of various sedimentary and magmatic rocks | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Sedimentary rock cycle, weathering, transportation, sedimentation and diagenesis. | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Carbonates | Literature research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Final Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Final Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
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| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 116 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,64 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||