Module Details
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Title Crust and Mantle Evolution
Code ENVS394
Coordinator Prof J Wheeler
Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences
Johnwh@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 6 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

To integrate understanding of large and small scale processes in crust and mantle evolution;

To engage with recently published literature to explain and explore current controversies in crust and mantle evolution;

To develop knowledge and expertise in relevant modern research level techniques and to appreciate their uncertainties.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Knowledge and Understanding a. Processes responsible for the movement of rocks on largescale (crustal tectonics, mantle flow, melt movement).b. Processes responsible for the mineralogy, chemistry,isotopic signatures and microstructures of igneous and metamorphic rocks on allscales from that of sub-micron (chemistry, mineral assemblages) through to100-1000 km (large scale patterns).

(LO2) Subject Based Practical Techniques a. Interpreting the geometry of rocks on all scales from mm(using thin sections) through to 100-1000 km (using maps, cross sections etc.).b. Interpreting the mineralogy of rocks on all scales frommm (using thin sections) through to 100-1000 km (using maps, cross sectionsetc.).c. Interpreting radiometric age data.d. Numerical, graphical and pictorial methods involved insuch interpretations 

(LO3) Intellectual Abilities The evaluation, interpretation and synthesis of diverse and possibly ambiguous data

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills)

(S3) Research skills - All Information skills

(S4) Numeracy/computational skills - Numerical methods

(S5) Personal attributes and qualities - Willingness to take responsibility

Syllabus
 

Key skills in Igneous Petrology: Refresher;

Magmatic Differentiation;

Granites and Plutons;

Kimberlites in Continental interiors;

Continental Crust: generation and subsequent evolution;

Advanced techniques for studying orogens;

Orogenic kinematics and dynamics;

Alpine synthesis;

Mantle composition;

Mantle flow;

Mantle fabrics;

Mantle lithosphere dynamics.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Description: Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work Description: Teaching Method 3 - Other Description:

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 24

     36

   2.5

 62.5
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 87.5
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester two  120 minutes.    60       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Assessment A1 group poster outlining a relevant geological controversy There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :Week 10  A1 Poster    30       
Assessment 2 1 hour test under exam conditions (Week 5) There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) : Week 5  1 hour    10       

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