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Earth Science Mapping Exercises II

Erdwissenschaftliches Kartenpraktikum II

Lecturers & Examiners: PD Dr. Jonas Ruh
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Abstract

Reading and interpretation of geological maps.

Objective

All participants are able to: - Read and understand complex geological maps; - Assess, select, and project information from real case studies; - Make tectonic overview sketches and construct meaningfull cross-sections;

Content

Advanced analysis of geological maps and construction of geological sections. Special points: normal faults of the Rheintal graben, Val de Ruz, Helvetic nappes of the Säntis area. Reconstruction of the geological history of the map areas. References to the Geology of Switzerland.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Exercises and instructions are handed out.

Literature

Not required but for reference (in library holdings): - Bennison, G.M., and Mosley, K.A., 1997. An introduction to geological structures and maps. Arnold, London. - Lisle, R.J., 1995. Geological structures and maps. Butterworth Heinemann - Powell, D., 1995. Interpretation geologischer Strukturen durch Karten. Springer, Berlin - Wijermars, R., 1997. Structural geology and map interpretation. Alboran Science Publishing.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
Mode
written 105 minutes
Aids
Rechner, Lineal, Geodreieck, Zirkel, Farbstifte, Bleistift, Kugelschreiber
Interpretation von Karten und Erstellen eines Profils.Die Note ist wie folgt gewichtet: 25% (abgegebene Profile während des Semesters) und 75% Schlussprüfung.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Erdwissenschaftliches Kartenpraktikum II
  • Mon 16:15-18:00 (NO E 11)
  • Mon 16:15-18:00 (NO E 51.1)
2 h weekly

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