Esential topics that will be adressed in the course are:
- General geology
- Earth's evolution
- Classification of rocks and minerals
- Formation of oil and gas
- Introdcution to paleontology
- Plate tectonics
- Petroleum system elemetns
- Introduction to sedimentary rocks as reservoirs
- Introduction to structural geology
- geophysical methods
the course includes a field excursions to the Oslo region (2 days). The excrusion is not obligatory. Total amount of participants is limited. A field guide will be provided to all students and contains exam material.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- Background on the nature and history of earth.
- Knowledge on geological time and geological processes that make the earth structure.
- Background on the different elements and processes that make the petroleum system.
- Knowledge on the different methods that are used to identify rocks, understand the earth structure and explore for hydrocarbons.
Skills:
- Be able to identify different types of rocks and minerals.
- Be able to apply basic geologic concepts for the exploration and production of hydrocarbons.
General competence:
- Background on general geology and petroleum geology that can be used as a basis for other areas in geology, engineering and economics.
- have an understanding of the complexity of geological elements and processes that make the earth structure and deposition of mineral resources and hydrocarbons.
- Be able to communicate and explain the basic geology and petroleum geology.
Required prerequisite knowledge
HSE-course for bachelor students (TN101)
MAT100 Mathematical methods 1 10sp
Recommended prerequisites
Exam
Form of assessment
Weight
Duration
Marks
Aid
Exam system
Withdrawal deadline
Exam date
Written exam
1/2
4 Hours
Letter grades
None permitted, Valid calculator
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Portfolio Assessment
1/2
Letter grades
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Assessment of the course consists of a written examination counts 50% and portfolio assessment counts for 50%. Portfolio assessment consists of laboratory exercises, homework assignments and tests weighted equally in determining the character. All parts must be passed. Teacher puts the final grade.
Coursework requirements
Compulsory course attendance that must be completed and approved before access to the laboratory: Electronic Course in Health, Safety and Environment.