Jonas Ruh: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2021 |
Name | PD Dr. Jonas Ruh |
Field | Structural Geology, Tectonics and Geodynamics |
Address | Geologisches Institut ETH Zürich, NO E 63 Sonneggstrasse 5 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
jonas.ruh@erdw.ethz.ch | |
Department | Earth Sciences |
Relationship | Privatdozent |
Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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651-3321-00L | Interpretation of Geological Maps I Number of participants limited to 56. | 2 credits | 2G | J. Ruh, L. Nibourel | |
Abstract | Introduction to reading and construction of simple geologic maps. Construction of geological cross-sections. Introduction to Lambert projection and Schmidt net (i.e., stereoplots). This course is mainly a hands-on-training, where students solve exercises under supervision. | ||||
Objective | To improve the ability to understand geological structures in three dimensions and visualize them. Learn how to read and interpret geological maps, as well as drawing geological cross-sections. Learn the handling of the Schmidt net, so that students can later plot their own field data. | ||||
Content | strike lines, symbols true and apparent thickness of geological units true and apparent dip V-rule 3-Point-Problems unconformities faults introduction to the Lambert projection folds magmatic structures | ||||
Lecture notes | Exercises and instructions are handed out and are available online in Moodle. | ||||
Literature | Semester literature can be found in the ERDW-library. | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | This course is for ETH students only. Students of the UZH please refer to the study advisor of Geography and Earth System Science of UZH in order to replace the course with an equivalent module at UZH. This course is not a prerequisite, but nevertheless extremely helpful for the Geological Field Course I and II. | ||||
651-3422-00L | Structural Geology | 3 credits | 2V | J. Ruh | |
Abstract | Description and introduction to the development processes of 1) Brittle structures (Faults, joints, cracks and veins) 2) Ductile structures (Folds, foliations, lineations, shear zones and diapirs) 3) Introduction to finite strain | ||||
Objective | Acquire a large knowledge of deformation structures and acquire some insight into the processes that control the development of these deformation structures. | ||||
Content | Description and introduction to the development processes of 1) Brittle structures (Faults, joints, cracks and veins) 2) Ductile structures (Folds, foliations, lineations, shear zones and diapirs) 3) Introduction to finite strain | ||||
Literature | Eisbacher G.H. (1996) Einführung in die Tektonik (2.Auflage). Enke Verlag. Meschede M. (1994) Methoden der Strukturgeologie. Enke Verlag. Means W.D. (1976) Stress and strain. Basic concepts of continuum mechanics for geologists. Springer Verlag. Ramsay J.G. & Huber M.I. (1983) The techniques of modern structural geology - Volume1 : Strain analysis. Academic Press. Ramsay J.G. & Huber M.I. (1987) The techniques of modern structural geology - Volume2 : Folds and fractures. Academic Press. Twiss R.J. & Moores E.M. (1992) Structural geology. W.H. Freeman & Company. | ||||
651-3482-00L | Geological Field Course II: Sedimentary Rocks Priority is given to D-ERDW students. If space is available UZH Geography and Earth System Sciences students may attend this field course at full cost. No registration through myStudies. The registration for excursions and field courses goes through Link only. | 3 credits | 4P | V. Picotti, A. Gilli, S. Heuberger, S. Ivy Ochs, J. Ruh | |
Abstract | Mapping of sedimentary rocks and stratigraphic units with the final production of a geological map at 1:10.000 scale. Writing a report illustrating the main facies and characters of the units, the Quaternary surficial deposits and the tectonic structures affecting the sedimentary rocks. | ||||
Objective | Students will learn how to define mappable units at the chosen mapping scale. They are able to survey, describe and map stratigraphic units and associated tectonic features, as well Quaternary deposits, mainly of alluvial, glacial and gravity-driven origin. | ||||
Content | 7-day field course, including individual time with instructors in the field, work sessions and after-dinner discussions, and report writing. | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisites: Successful completion of 651-3982-00L Geological Field Course I. Geography students UZH may attend this field course at full costs (no subsidies). Students registering for the course confirm having read and accepted the terms and conditions for excursions and field courses of D-ERDW https://www.ethz.ch/content/dam/ethz/special-interest/erdw/department/dokumente/studium/exkursionen/AGB_ERDW_Exkursionen_en.pdf |