Phase equilibria in metamorphic petrology
About the course
This course is available as single course.
This course aims to teach the students modern methods of analysis of metamorphic rocks. A thorough introduction to metamorphic processes and their evaluation will be given, including the preparation and use of chemographic diagrams and introduction to Schreinemakers phase theory. The main part of the course will be devoted to problems associated with estimates of metamorphic conditions and production/reading of various types of phase diagrams. The compulsory practical classes will focus on a use of thermodynamic modelling software for solving various problems related to metamorphic processes.
Admission requirements
Admission to the master’s program in geosciences requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification (180 ECTS) in geosciences. In addition, specialization in geology, geophysics, or equivalent of at least 80 ECTS is required. Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian "C" (2.5) in the ECTS scale, see the UiT webpage for international admissions for more information on how the point average is calculated.
Application code: 9371.
Objectives of the course
Knowledge:
The student has
- knowledge about the basic principles of phase petrology.
- knowledge about the principles of phase diagrams used in metamorphic petrology.
- knowledge about the basic theory used for the practical geothermobarometry.
Skills:
The student can
- read the commonly used petrological phase diagrams.
- relate the information in the phase diagrams with natural rocks.
- use thermodynamic modelling software for the calculation of the phase diagrams.
- analyze and integrate information on concepts relevant to metamorphic petrology.
General competence:
The student can:
- use the data collected from natural metamorphic rocks for the interpretation of their temperature/depth history.
- demonstrate their ability to obtain, analyze and synthesize information relevant to metamorphic petrology from a range of external sources, including the scientific literature.
Prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites
GEO-2001 Mineralogy, GEO-2004 Petrology, GEO-2016 Mineralogy
Credit reduction
If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:
- GEO-3105 Petrology 2 5 ects
Teaching methods
Language of instruction and examination
EnglishSchedule
The schedules are normally finalized and published well in advance of the start of the semester, often a few weeks beforehand. This gives students the opportunity to organize their studies and prepare for upcoming activities.
It is recommended to check the schedule regularly, as changes may occur.
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open for inbound exchange student who meets the admission requirements, including prerequisites. Please see the "Admission requirements" and the "Prerequisite" sections for more information.
Do you have questions about this course? Please check the following website to contact the course coordinator for exchange students at the faculty:
Examination
| Off campus exam | Duration: 10 Days |
Grade: Passed / Not Passed |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Obligatory participation | Grade: Approved – not approved |
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