Theoretical background and application of some basic methods for sediment analysis.
Learning objective
The main goal is to learn how to apply the analysis of the texture and grain-size of sediments to constrain the sedimentary processes and environments.
Content
A one-day fieldtrip to a local outcrop to learn how to describe sediments in the field and to collect samples for grain-size and compositional analysis. Application of the same analytical techniques on samples of unknown origin: the sampling sites will be revealed at the end of the course. Discussion of the theoretical background and of the results in class. At the end of the course, the student will have to hand in a report with the presentation and discussion of all the data produced during the course.
Lecture notes
For the various analytical methods English texts will be provided in class.
Literature
Introduction to clastic sedimentology. R.J. Cheel, Brock University
Prerequisites / Notice
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the MSc-course "Sedimentology I" (651-4041-00L).
Competencies
Subject-specific Competencies
Concepts and Theories
assessed
Techniques and Technologies
assessed
Method-specific Competencies
Analytical Competencies
assessed
Problem-solving
fostered
Social Competencies
Cooperation and Teamwork
fostered
Personal Competencies
Creative Thinking
fostered
Critical Thinking
fostered
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course