Course
Earth, Energy and Climate (GEO100)
The course gives an introduction to the subject geology. It includes lectures and laboratories aimed for the understanding of basic concepts and processes in general geology and in petroleum geology.
Course description for study year 2015-2016. Please note that changes may occur.
Semesters
Facts
Course code
GEO100
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Content
Essential topics that will be adressed in the course are:
- General geology
- Evolution of the Earth
- Classification of rocks and minerals
- Formation of oil and gas
- Introduction to paleontology
- Plate tectonics
- Petroleum system elements
- Introduction to sedimentary rocks as reservoirs
- Introduction to structural geology - geophysical methods.
The course includes a field excursion to the Oslo region (2 days). The excursion is not obligatory, but recommended. The total amount of participants is limited. A field guide will be provided to all students and it contains exam material.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- Background on the nature and history of Earth.
- Knowledge about geological time and about geological processes that form the Earth structure.
- Background on different elements and processes that form petroleum systems.
- Knowledge on 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 form the Earth structure and for deposition of mineral resources and hydrocarbons.
- Be able to communicate and explain basic geology and petroleum geology.
Required prerequisite knowledge
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 | — | — | — |
| Portfolio Assessment | 1/2 | Letter grades | — | — | — |
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 to determine the character. All parts must be passed. Teacher sets the final grade.
Coursework requirements
Course teacher(s)
Head of Department:
Alejandro Escalona VarelaCourse coordinator:
Udo ZimmermannCourse teacher:
Udo ZimmermannStudy Program Director:
Lisa Jean WatsonMethod of work
This course consists of lectures, laboratiry exercises and a recommneded excursion (not obligatory).
6 hours of lectures per week
2 hours of laboratory per week
Overlapping courses
| Course | Reduction (SP) |
|---|---|
| Geology (BIP330_1) , Earth, Energy and Climate (GEO100_1) | 10 |
Open for
Course assessment
Literature
1. Grotzinger, J., Jordan, T.H. 2014. Understanding Earth, 7th edition. Freeman & Co., 650 pp, ISBN: 9781464138744.
2. Fossen, H., 2008. Geologi. Stein, mineraler, fossiler og olje. Fagbokforlaget, Bergen, 167 pp.
3a. Lysholm, S., 2011. Introduction to Petroleum Geology, Norwegian Petroleum Academy AS, 296 pp.
3b. Gluyas J. & Swarbrick R., 2004. Petroleum Geoscience. Blackwell Publishing, 359 pp.
We recommend either 3a or 3b - not both of the books.