Course - Physical Sedimentology - GEOL1004
GEOL1004 - Physical Sedimentology
About
Lessons are not given in the academic year 2024/2025
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Oral exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral exam | 100/100 | 1 hours | E |
Course content
The course aims to provide an understanding of the physical processes involved in sedimentary systems in order to improve the understanding of the formation of sedimentary structures and larger-scale sedimentary deposits.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The course participant will obtain knowledge of: fluid mechanics of sediment transport, sedimentary rheology, settling and erosion of cohesive and non-cohesive sediments, mathematical modelling in sedimentology.
Skills: The student will be able to apply fluid mechanical and physical knowledge to interpretation of sedimentary deposits.
Learning methods and activities
Tutorial meetings and compulsory practicals. Compulsory field work may be scheduled for a weekend.
Compulsory assignments
- Field work
- Exercises
Required previous knowledge
TGB4165 Sedimentology and Stratigraphy or equivalent.
Course materials
Selected literature from textbooks and international journals.
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Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
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Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Geology
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geoscience
Examination
Examination arrangement: Oral exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Oral exam 100/100 E
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"