Course Description
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Course Name
Case Studies in Petrology
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Host University
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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Location
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Area of Study
Geology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Period 1
Course Level: 300
Course Objective
The main aim of the course is to develop a deep understanding of petrological processes the context of selected plate tectonic
environments. This will entail teaching how to use the main petrographic and geochemical techniques and methods.Course Content
Case studies focusing on the petrological aspects of major geodynamic environments. Petrological variations are at the core of the course but
the importance of (isotope) geochemistry and regional tectonics will be stressed as ways of gaining a full understanding of the key processes
that control magma genesis and metamorphism. A short field excursion to the Eifel region of Germany will be conducted at the end of the course.
Specific subjects covered will include:- Introduction of experimental petrology and the importance of phase diagrams
- Magmatism in various tectonic environments
- Extreme metamorphism of the continental and oceanic crust.
- Introduction to geochemical analytical methods
- Interpretation of geochemical data
Additional Information Teaching Methods
Lectures with associated class exercises and limited homework.
Contact hours: 15 half days of combined lecture-practical classes, a 3-day (including travel) field course and a written exam.
Method of Assessment
The final mark consists of the following components:
(1) Class room practicals, petrological descriptions and other assignments (35%);
(2) Field note book and contribution to the field course (15%);
(3) Written exam (50%). A minimum mark of 5.5 is required for the written exam in order to pass the course.
Course Disclaimer
Faculty of Behavioural and Movement Sciences