Degree | Type | Year | Semester |
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2500254 Geology | OB | 3 | 2 |
Since it is a subject that involves the observation of different types of rocks and structures in the field and its analysis in a broad geodynamic context, it is necessary that the student be able to:
Therefore, it is recommended that the student has approved the subjects of the second year and has completed (or is taking) the other compulsory subjects of the third year.
The goal is the study, on the field, of the geology of the Variscan Iberian Massif, observing the different lithologies and structural styles, and deducing the tectonic and petrological processes that took place during the orogeny. To this end, an E-W cross-section will be made along the NW of the Iberian Peninsula, from the external to the internal parts of the orogen. This geotraverse is one of the most complete examples of an orogen and constitutes a model of international interest.
THEORY
The Variscan Iberian Massif, its zoning and structure. Metamorphism and igneous rocks of the Variscan Massif.
Evolution of metamorphism. Age and characteristics of magmatism. Evolution of the Iberian Variscan orogen.
SEMINARS
FIELD WORK
I. The Cantabrian Zone: the stratigraphic succession, structure of the Esla nappe, structure of Picos de Europa; resources of economic interest. Age of deformation.
II- The West-Asturian-Leonese Zone: stratigraphic succession, structure, metamorphism and plutonism:
- The Navia and Alto Sil Domain.
- The structure of the Mondoñedo nappe.
- The "Ollo de Sapo".
III- The Galicia-Trás-os-Montes zone:
- The Cape Ortegal massif. Lithology, age of the rocks and geotectonic meaning. Fold superposition structures.
Theory:
Seminars:
Field work:
6 field work days making a transect of the Variscan massif of the NW of the Iberian Peninsula, from the external to the internal zones (42 h = 33 guided field work + 12 evaluation during fieldwork). Before departure, the student must read the recommended bibliography and will do a previous test on those contents in order to ensure going to the field with a previous basic knowledge of the area and with the necessary material to be located at all times within the geological context of the trip, which undoubtedly facilitates understanding in the field. During the fieldwork, emphasis is placed on the elaboration of a personal field notebook in which each student will collect the information on the outcrops or structures that will be visited. A maximum of interest in keeping the notebook up to date is compulsory, since it will be a basic element in the evaluation. There will be several test for the work done during the field trip. The students may be required to present their field notebook (or exercises not included in the field notebook) to evaluate them during the development of the field trip. The last day of the field trip an evaluation of the totality of the contents of the field work will be done.
Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning Outcomes |
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Type: Directed | |||
Guided field work | 42 | 1.68 | 1, 15, 9, 13, 3, 5, 4, 6, 8, 7, 10, 11, 12, 16, 14, 17, 18 |
Seminar on Stratigraphy and Paleontology of the region | 5 | 0.2 | 15, 9, 3, 6, 10, 14 |
Seminar on geological resources of economic interest | 5 | 0.2 | 15, 9, 2, 3, 10, 14 |
Theory | 5 | 0.2 | 15, 9, 2, 3, 8, 10, 14 |
Type: Supervised | |||
Evaluation during fieldwork | 12 | 0.48 | 1, 13, 3, 5, 4, 6, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18 |
Examination on the fieldwork contents | 4 | 0.16 | 15, 9, 13, 2, 3, 6, 8, 7, 11, 16, 14 |
Pre-departure test on the evolution of the Northern branch of the Variscan Iberian Massif | 2 | 0.08 | 15, 9, 2, 3, 8, 10, 14 |
Type: Autonomous | |||
Reading of bibliography and interpretation of maps | 52 | 2.08 | 15, 9, 2, 10 |
In order for a student to be evaluated, he / she must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Having attended every field day
- Have attended, at least, 80% of the theoretical sessions
- Have attended, at least, 80% of the presence of the seminars.
Assessment system for the acquisition of skills and qualification system:
- Evaluation of the Seminar on Geological Resources of Economic Interest 10%
- Evaluation of the Seminar on Stratigraphy and Paleontology of the region 10%
- Test before departure 10%
- Evaluation of field work:
Evaluation of daily work in the field (daily tests + field notebook + exercices) 30%
Final exam on the contents of the fieldwork 40%
All exams and the test before departure are required. The non-achievement of some of them prevents to pass the subject.
When the grade of some of the Seminars or the grade of the final Exam on the contents of the fieldwork is less than 5 points, a retake exam will be necessary.
Only on those items (seminars or the final exam on the contents of the fieldwork) the students will be allowed to make a retake exam.
Achieve a grade lower than 3.5 points in the retake exam of any of the activities prevents to approve the subject.
If a student has carried out evaluation activities exceeding 35% of the total of the subject content, she / he will be graded as FAILED.
Title | Weighting | Hours | ECTS | Learning Outcomes |
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Evaluation of daily work in the field (daily tests + field notebook + exercices) | 30% | 12 | 0.48 | 1, 9, 13, 2, 3, 5, 4, 6, 8, 7, 11, 12, 14, 17, 18 |
Final examination of the fieldwork | 40% | 4 | 0.16 | 15, 9, 13, 2, 3, 6, 8, 7, 16, 14 |
Pre-departure test on the evolution of the Northern branch of the Iberian Variscan Massif | 10% | 4 | 0.16 | 15, 9, 3, 10, 14 |
Seminar on Stratigraphy and Paleontology of the studied region | 10% | 1.5 | 0.06 | 15, 9, 10, 14, 18 |
Seminar on geological resources of economic interest | 10% | 1.5 | 0.06 | 15, 9, 10, 14, 18 |
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