GEOL2004

GEOL2004: Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

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Which units require GEOL2004?

GEOL2004 is a prerequisite for 2 units.

What is GEOL2004 about?

Introduction to sedimentology; physical properties of sediments, weathering, erosion and the sediment cycle. Sediment classification. Sedimentary processes and structures. Diagenesis and petrology; post-depositional change and sediment investigation at the microscopic scale. Principles, nomenclature and procedures in stratigraphy; lithostratigraphy, biostratigraphy and sequence stratigraphy. Stratigraphic correlation in the sub-surface. Sedimentary depositional systems and models; environments, facies and basin fill. Sedimentary geochemistry and climate.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours4 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) (1152)

Field of Education010703 Geology

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How this unit is taught

Workshop1 x 2 hours weekly
Practical1 x 2 hours weekly
Online Tutorial1 x 1 hour weekly

Prerequisites

PrerequisitesSelect One

GEOL1005Fundamentals of Geology
GEOL1006Fundamentals of Geology 2
Geology 102