ES4017 Metallogeny

Academic year

2024 to 2025 Semester 2

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

15

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 10

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Planned timetable

To be confirmed

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Module coordinator

Prof A A Finch

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Module Staff

Prof Adrian Finch; Dr Nicholas Gardiner; Dr Eva Stueeken

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Module description

This module explores ore deposits extending from mantle processes through the crust to the critical zone at Earth's surface. Genetic models of ore deposits are reviewed with an emphasis on the geological processes required to create them. Deposit types discussed may include some or all of magmatic ores, the physical and chemical properties of hydrothermal fluids and soil-hosted ores. Laboratory exercises involve geological problem solving using a mineral exploration industry focus involving the examination of representative suites of samples.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisites

PASSED ES3009 OR BE REGISTERED ON AN EARTH SCIENCE POSTGRADUATE DEGREE

Assessment pattern

50% Coursework, 50% Examination

Re-assessment

80% Written Exam, 20% Existing Coursework

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

1hr lecture x 9 weeks, 3 hr practical x 6 weeks, 3 hr seminar x 2 weeks

Scheduled learning hours

33

The number of compulsory student:staff contact hours over the period of the module.

Guided independent study hours

110

The number of hours that students are expected to invest in independent study over the period of the module.

Intended learning outcomes

  • Display experience of several key global resource types
  • Understand the principles of ore genesis
  • Display practical skills required to identify strategic minerals
  • Apply communication skills that are used regularly in an exploration industry setting including oral presentation of data