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651-4036-00L 3 Credits MSC D-ERDW
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Field excursion module mineral resources

Lecturers: Prof. em. Dr. Christoph A. Heinrich
Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Christoph A. Heinrich, Prof. Dr. Thomas Driesner
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:29:06

Abstract

Excursion to areas of active and past mining activity. Relations between regional/local geology and ore deposit formation are discussed in the field and in the mines. Insight into the work of mine and exploration geologists.

Objective

Understand the regional and local geology as a framework for ore deposit formation. Discuss actual ore 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. The mine visits also provide the students with insight into the work of mine and exploration geologists.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Field excursion module mineral resources
This excursion takes place in the FS break
No time listed 90 h semesterly

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