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651-3684-00L 4 Credits BSC D-ERDW

Geological Field Course III: Piora

Geologischer Feldkurs III: Kristallin

Lecturers: Dr. Andrea Galli, Dr. Silvia Volante
Examiners: Dr. Andrea Galli, Dr. Silvia Volante, Dr. Alberto Ceccato
Priority is given to D-EAPS BSc students (6th semester). If space is available UZH Geography and Earth System Sciences students may attend this field course at full cost. Students registering for the course confirm having read and accepted the terms and conditions for excursions and field courses of D-EAPS
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:22

Abstract

The course takes place in the Piora area (N Tessin) from the 27/06 till the 05/07. Using modern methods, students will draw a geologic map and acquire structural geological and petrological data to understand tectono-metamorphic processes in the Alps.

Objective

Students learn how to draw a geologic map and geologic profiles using modern digital methods, how to interpret structural geology data, how to take representative rock samples, and, how the combination of geologic mapping and profiles leads to the understanding of the processes that shape the continental crust.

Content

Digital geological mapping, sampling, alpine tectonics, metamorphic processes.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts and an introduction to digital mapping will be given before the course.

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places
24
Signup End
19.05.2026
Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Geologischer Feldkurs III: Kristallin No time listed 80 h semesterly

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