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Dynamic Earth I
Dynamische Erde I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:22
Abstract
Provides a basic introduction into Earth Sciences, emphasizing different rock-types and the geological rock-cycle, as well as introduction into geophysics and plate tectonic theory.
Objective
Understanding basic geological and geophysical processes
Content
Overview of the Earth as a system, with emphasis on plate tectonic theory and the geological rock-cycle. Provides a basic introduction to crystals and minerals and different rock-types. Lectures include processes in the Earth's interior, physics of the earth, planetology, introduction to magmatic, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks. Excercises are conducted in small groups to provide more in depth understanding of concepts and content of the lectures.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Press, F. & Siever, R., 2001, Understanding Earth, W.H. Freeman & Co., New York, 3rd.- ditto: 1995, Allgemeine Geologie. Spektrum Akademischer Verlag, Heidelberg.- ditto: 1995, Introduzione alle Scienze della Terra. Edizione italian a cura diE. Lupa Palmieri & M. Parotto. Casa Editrice Zanichelli, Bologna.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 90 minutes
- Aids
- Lupe, Salzsäure, Messer, fachunspezifisches Wörterbuch für fremdsprachige Sudierende. Keine Taschenrechner und Unterlagen.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Dynamische Erde I |
|
4 h weekly |