NES2208 : International Earth and Environmental Science Fieldtrip
NES2208 : International Earth and Environmental Science Fieldtrip
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Sanem Acikalin Cartigny
- Lecturer: Dr Elisa Lopez-Capel, Dr Simon Peacock, Dr Cees van der Land, Dr Shannon Flynn
- Owning School: Natural and Environmental Sciences
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
These modules provide the required skills and knowledge to enable the students to undertake independant field work
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The aim of this module is to unravel the evolving basin architecture and the role of climate and/or sea-level change in controlling the sedimentary facies distribution. Earth resources, including mines, geothermal and wind energy will be investigated and their impact on environmental issues are discussed.
Outline Of Syllabus
Students will spend up to 7 days in the field investigating a geological basin. During this the student will extract information from rock, sediments and landforms in the field. The main geological emphasis will be on sedimentary basin development and associated sedimentary and tectonic phenomena as well as earth resources. Renewable energy sources, such as geothermal and wind energy are also investigated and discussed in this module. Environmental impacts of various energy production approaches, mining and human activity are covered. The module links to the 1st year field course in Borrowdale where similar skills on the process of extracting information from rocks were developed.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
At the end of the module the students will have expertise in geological interpretation and identification of rocks and minerals in the field. Understand the relationship between rocks and geological formations as well as energy resources. Students will be able to discuss the formation of earth resources, their economic value and impact in environment. They will also be able to communicate their observations and interpretations from the field.
Intended Skill Outcomes
At the end of the module the students will have expertise in
- Field observation and data collection skills
- Geological interpretation and identification of rocktypes across a structurally complex area.
- Reading and understanding a geological map, integrating student’s own observations and interpretations from the field
- Synthesising and integrating geological information onto a 2D map and profile
- Team working.
- Presenting findings to a wider group.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 11:00 | 11:00 | Cross-section |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Geological map |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Non-synchronous. Module intro, coursework intro |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Stratigraphic column |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Post fieldtrip assessed interview |
| Guided Independent Study | Skills practice | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Self guided evening work on geological map |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Pre fieldtrip H&S instructions |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Formative assessment and reflection on it |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Fieldwork | 7 | 7:00 | 49:00 | UK based residential fieldtrip |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 1 | 1:00 | 1:00 | Post fieldtrip drop-in |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 90:00 | 90:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
This is a field based module with the students learning key skills in the field.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Examination | 2 | M | 75 | Oral assessment (10 minute presentation 25%) and individual interview of field note book (50%) at the end of fieldtrip. |
| Practical/lab report | 2 | M | 25 | Mini geological map/design produced during fieldtrip. Handed in at end of trip. 1000 words |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | 2 | M | Students to work on a field notebook and receive feedback |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
By using a combination of in field and post field assessments the students will be learning essential field skills and link their field observations to interpret the observed geological formations and describe the geological history of the region. The geological map is the synthesis of the data collection and will enable the students to demonstrate their recording and interpretation of the geology of the area.
Formative assessment:
Formative assessment will be providing a feedback on students’ notebook, and aims to improve transferable skills, such as making observations, drawing sketches and taking notes.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- NES2208's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- NES2208's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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