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 | Sedimentary Processes and Depositional Environments | ||
Code | ENVS219 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr CJ Stevenson Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Christopher.Stevenson@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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Knowledge and skills Soft Skills and active learning |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Ability to describe how fluid flow governs sediment transport and bedform configuration |
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(LO2) Ability to collect and analyse sedimentary information to infer sedimentary process |
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(LO3) Ability to recognise a range of depositional environments from the sedimentary record |
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(LO4) Ability to use sedimentary information to build facies models for depositional environments |
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(LO5) Ability to synthesise sedimentary datasets to demonstrate spatial and temporal evolution of depositional systems |
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(LO6) Understanding of how fossils can be used to build stratigraphy and interpret the geological record |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
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(S2) Teamwork |
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(S3) Organisational skills |
Syllabus |
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Week 1: Introduction to microfossils These topics build on key learnings from module ENVS118 (Intro to sediments...). ENVS219 will teach students at a higher level with emphasis on using detailed analysis to build big picture interpretations of depositional environments. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Overall approach E-Lectures (online) In-person lecture Practicals (in-person) |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
12 |
12 36 |
60 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 100 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 160 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Exam (online) long answer essay question (assessing all learning outcomes of module). Exam requires working to strict deadlines, key skill in any workplace beyond university (authentic assessment) | 120 | 40 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Interpreting a mixed clastic/carbonate sedimentary system Project work Involves interpreting sedimentary logs, developing facies codes and interpreting wider depositional environments via paleogeo | 0 | 60 |
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. |