To develop an understanding of the geometric, kinematic and temporal relationships between similar and dissimilar structures.

To develop an understanding of the role of finite strain in the analysis of selected geological structures.

To develop an understanding of the role of stress in the analysis of selected geological structures.

To develop, using examples, strategies for the analysis and interpretation of geological maps.

(LO1) Know the common associations of small- and large-scale geological structures

(LO2) Understand the principles of finite strain in two - and three - dimensions.

(LO3) Understand the principles of stress in two - and three - dimensions.

(LO4) Interpret kinematic indicators.

(LO5) Explain the origins of selected geological structures using kinematic analyses and models.

(LO6) Explain the origins of selected geological structures using dynamic analyses and models.

(LO7) Determine the relative ages of pairs of geological structures.

(LO8) Determine the stratigraphy and structure of an area from the information displayed on geological maps.

(LO9) Determine and describe the geological history of an area from the information displayed on a geological map.

(LO10) Construct appropriate diagrams from geological maps and other data that enable geometric and kinematic interpretations to be completed.

(LO11) Construct valid deformation histories from the relative ages of pairs of geological structures.

(LO12) Construct chronostratigraphic diagrams from the information displayed on geological maps.

(LO13) Communicate using graphical techniques.

(S1) Problem solving skills

(S2) Adaptability

(S3) Numeracy

(S4) Communication Skills

Lecture topics

Faults and fault systems
Fault and fracture populations
Stress analysis
Fracturing
Homogeneous transformations and displacements
Variations of strain parameters with orientation
Foliations and lineations
Kinematic modelling of folds
Kinematic modelling of shear zones
Superimposed strains
Chronostratigraphical diagrams from geological maps
Analysis of intrusions displayed on geological maps
Analysis of folds displayed on geological maps
Plunge projection of folds
Analysis of fold shape
Construction of cross - sections and profile planes using the Busk construction
Isogon methods for non - parallel folds
Analysis of faulting and folding: Balancing cross - sections and profile planes
Analysis of faults on geological maps
Interactions between faulting and sedimentation

Practical topics

Kinematic analysis of faults
Strain analysis: Plane strain simple shear as an example< br/>Kinematic modelling of folds: Flexural shear as an example
Kinematic modelling of shear zones: Heterogeneous plane strain simple shear as an example
Construction of relative deformation histories and geological histories
Analysis of unconformities displayed on geological maps
Construction of chronostratigraphic diagrams from geological maps Plunge projection of folds
Construction of cross - sections and fold profile planes using the Busk
Analysis of faults and intrusions on geological maps

Teaching method: Laboratory Work
Description:
Laboratory work will be used to illustrate theoretical concepts and develop practical skills.
The part of the laboratory work forms the basis of the practical examination.

Teaching Method: Lecture
Description:
Lectures will be used to introduce new topics, identify the scope of each topic, highlight key points within it and explain the more complex or difficult parts and, where necessary, resolve conflicts that you might encounter in textbooks.