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 | Volcanology and Geohazards | ||
Code | ENVS284 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr TJ Jones Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Thomas.Jones@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To examine fundamentally contrasting magmatic systems and consider in each case the nature and origin of the volcanic activity; |
Learning Outcomes |
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(L5-1) Explain key volcanological processes and concepts and critically assess their associated hazards. |
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(L5-2) Integrate diverse primary evidence to construct and evaluate conceptual models of volcanic processes. |
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(L5-3) Evaluate strategies for effective communication of scientific ideas and concepts with stakeholders, and critically assess the role of the media. |
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(L5-4) Plan a laboratory experiment and use basic laboratory equipment to complete an experiment which tests scientific hypotheses. |
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(L5-5) Demonstrate understanding of the nature, origins and possible outcomes of natural hazards and be able to evaluate risk mitigation strategies. |
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(L5-6) Use numerical methods for risk quantification and dealing with uncertainty. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Personal action planning |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Following instructions/protocols/procedures |
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(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification |
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(S4) Numeracy/computational skills - Problem solving Skills |
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(S5) Ethical awareness |
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(S6) Organisational skills |
Syllabus |
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Lectures, practical classes, guest seminars and independent reading guide the student to construct their own learning in a range of volcanology and geohazards topics. Module themes include: |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - e-Lectures Teaching Method 2 - Seminar Teaching Method 3 – Laboratory work Teaching Method 4: Online Q&A sessions |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
20 |
4 |
15 |
10 |
49 | ||
Timetable (if known) |
60 mins X 2 totaling 20
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180 mins X 0.5 totaling 15
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Private Study | 101 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment 3: Online open book exam, considering all topics covered in the module There is a resit opportunity. Assessment Schedule (When) : Semester 2 Anonymous: Yes | 120 minutes | 50 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment 1: Online computer-based class test. Nominal duration: 1 hour. There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) : Semester 2 | 1 hour | 25 | ||||
Assessment 2: Case-study group report There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) : Semester 2 Anonymous: Yes | up to 10 pages | 25 |
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. |