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Field Excursion Module Mineral Resources
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:23
Abstract
Excursion to areas of active and past mining activity and practical industry courses. Mapping relations between regional/local geology and ore deposit formation in the field and in active mines. Insight into the work of mine and exploration geologists, including geophysical measurements, geochemical data handling, economic evaluation, etc.
Objective
Understand the regional and local geology as a framework for ore deposit formation. Detailed field and drill core mapping of hydrothermal veining and alteration. Discuss actual mineral deposits and their position within this framework during mine visits. Study similarities and differences between processes leading to the formation of different ore deposit types. Obtain insight into challenges linking economic geology and mining with social and environmental constraints.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Signup End
- 28.02.2026
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Field Excursion Module Mineral Resources
The excursion will take place from "date tbd". Possibly it is going to be Spain/Portugal but still to be confirmed.
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No time listed | 90 h semesterly |
Offered In
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Restricted Choice Modules Mineralogy and Geochemistry (A minimum of two restricted choice modules must be completed in the major Mineralogy and Geochemistry.)
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