Module Details

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Title Advanced Geodynamics
Code ENVS398
Coordinator Prof AJ Biggin
Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences
A.Biggin@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 6 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

To impart an advanced understanding of lithospheric-scale active tectonics, and the ability to carry out mathematical calculations to understand and analyse tectonic processes;

To introduce the students to advanced topics and research frontiers in core/mantle dynamics and evolution;

To improve MATLAB/python programming skills initially acquired in ENVS229;

To develop skills appropriate to understanding, synthesising and communicating peer-reviewed research literature.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Describe and explain principles and details of active tectonic processes

(LO2) Apply mathematical methods to describe tectonic processes

(LO3) Describe and explain current theories and controversies regarding the dynamics of Earth from its surface to core and the methods used to study these topics.

(S1) Numeracy

(S2) Critical analysis and synthesis

(S3) Programming

(S4) Communication – written & oral


Syllabus

 

50% on lithospheric geodynamics, 50% on deep Earth dynamics


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Lectures; practicals; Seminars


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 20

15

      15

50
Timetable (if known) 60 mins X 2 totaling 20
 
180 mins X 1 totaling 15
 
      180 mins X 1 totaling 15
 
 
Private Study 100
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
50% lithosphere dynamics; 50% addressing deep Earth  120 minutes    60       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assignment addressing lithosphere dynamics  1000 words or equiva    20       
Assignment addressing deep Earth research topics  1000 words or equiva    20       

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