Magmatism and Metamorphism - 2023 entry
MODULE TITLE | Magmatism and Metamorphism | CREDIT VALUE | 15 |
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MODULE CODE | CSM2910 | MODULE CONVENER | Prof Ben Williamson (Coordinator) |
DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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DURATION: WEEKS | 10 |
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) | 30 |
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The module introduces you to the techniques used to interpret the petrogenesis (history of formation) of igneous and metamorphic rocks and develops the skills needed that will enable you to reconstruct magmatic and metamorphic systems from source through to crystallization or recrystallization and alteration.
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 53 | Guided Independent Study | 97 | Placement / Study Abroad | 0 |
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Category | Hours of study time | Description |
Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 20 | Lectures |
Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 19 | Lab Sessions |
Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 14 | Fieldwork |
Guided independent study | 97 | Private Study |
Form of Assessment | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Practicals | 2 hour duration each week | 1-6 | Verbal summary in the following session or when the practical exercise is complete. |
Coursework | 50 | Written Exams | 50 | Practical Exams |
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Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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Theoretical Examination | 50 | 1.5 hours | 1-4 & 6 | Exam mark |
On-line Quizzes (two) | 10 | 1 hour | 1-3 & 6 | Online |
Assessed coursework assignment | 40 | 6 hours | 1-6 | Summative Assessment |
Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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On-line quizzes | Original Assessment | As above | August Ref/Def period |
Summative assessment | Additional assessment | As above | August Ref/Def period |
Examination | Additional examination | As above | August Ref/Def period |
On-line quizzes 10%, summative assessment as above (CW) 40%, and/or 1 theoretical Exam 50%
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Basic reading:
ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
Web based and Electronic Resources:
Other Resources:
Reading list for this module:
Type | Author | Title | Edition | Publisher | Year | ISBN |
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Set | Frost, B.R., Frost, C.D., | Essentials of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology | ||||
Set | Winter, J.D. | Principles of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology | Pearson Education | 2010 | 0321592573 | |
Set | MacKenzie, W.S., Donaldson, C.H. and Guilford, C. | Atlas of Igneous Rocks and Their Textures | Longman | 1982 | 0582300827 | |
Set | Rollinson, Hugh R. | Using Geochemical Data: Evaluation, Presentation, Interpretation | Longman Geochemistry Series | 1993 | ||
Set | Yardley, B.W.D. | An Introduction to Metamorphic Petrology | Longman | 1989 | 0582300967 | |
Set | Yardley, B.W.D., MacKenzie, W.S. and Guilford, C. | Atlas of Metamorphic Rocks and Their Textures | Longman | 1990 | 0582301661 | |
Set | Hall, A. | Igneous Petrology | Prentice Hall | 1996 | 0582230802 |
CREDIT VALUE | 15 | ECTS VALUE | 15 |
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PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | CSM2051 |
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CO-REQUISITE MODULES |
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 5 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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ORIGIN DATE | Thursday 5th November 2020 | LAST REVISION DATE | Wednesday 1st February 2023 |
KEY WORDS SEARCH | Igneous; metamorphic; rocks; minerals; Earth science; geology. |
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