Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | EARTH STRUCTURE AND PLATE TECTONICS | ||
Code | ENVS112 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr PA Wallace Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Paul.Wallace@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 4 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The “Earth structure and plate tectonics” module provide an introduction to the Earth and aim to teach students about: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) On completion of this module, students should have concepts and knowledge of the physical properties and behaviour of Earth materials. |
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(LO2) On completion of this module, students should have concepts and knowledge of the geological time scale and radiometric dating methods. |
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(LO3) On completion of this module, students should be able to understand the plate tectonic model and the relationship between plate tectonics and geological and geophysical observations in the major plate tectonic settings. |
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(LO4) On completion of this module, students should be able to explain and evaluate the relationships between Earth structure, composition, physical behaviour and Earth dynamics. |
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(LO5) On completion of this module, students should be able to explain and evaluate the relationships between plate tectonics and geological and geophysical processes and observations in the major plate tectonic settings. |
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(S1) On completion of this module, students should be able to manipulate geological and geophysical data to help understand Earth structure and processes. |
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(S2) On completion of this module, students should have developed their skills in problem solving including simple numerical problems. |
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(S3) On completion of this module, students should have developed their skills in numeracy through completion of assignments. |
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(S4) On completion of this module, students should have developed their skills in information synthesis and collation. |
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(S5) On completion of this module, students should have developed their skills in time management through assignment deadlines. |
Syllabus |
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Global Seismology & the Internal Structure of the Earth. Earth’s Gravitational and Magnetic Fields The Earth in Relation to the Solar System Mantle and Core Dynamics Physics of Earth Material Geological Time Scale and Radiometric Dating Plate Tectonics |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
30 |
30 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Written exam There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | 2 hours | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Online assessment There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 - around week 2, depen | Online assessment ab | 10 | ||||
Problem sheet Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | Around 2 hours' work | 10 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |