FYS-GEO4200 – Case study in physics of geological processes

Course content

This course is a case study based introduction to geological processes (such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, slides, avalanches, tsunamis and pollution of groundwater). An introduction to the geological and physical processes of importance to the case study is given. The course will include an integrated field excursion involving e.g. quantitative mapping and collection of samples. Interpretation of field data and samples will be carried out. The course will include a literature study using a set of scientific articles relevant for the case study topic, with students learning how to properly use and cite scientific works, and the basis for ethics in research. Analysis and integration of results will result in a written scientific article manuscript and oral presentation.

The case study topic will vary year by year. This course is closely integrated with FYSGEO4300.

Learning outcome

After this course we expect students to have gained competence in:

  • the specific case study topic
  • making relevant measurements/sampling in field
  • analysis and integration of field data
  • understanding how cross-disciplinary research projects are carried out
  • team work with fellow students from different backgrounds
  • using methods learnt in FYSGEO4300
  • using scientific literature
  • presenting results in written and oral form

Admission

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