GEOE207 PRINCIPLES OF MINERALOGY &PETROGRAPHY
| Course Code: | 5640207 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Geological Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. KAAN SAYIT |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
To give students the concepts and principles of mineralogy and petrography with emphasize on descriptive and systematic aspects of useful ore minerals and common rocks.
Course Content
Introduction to mineralogy and petrography. Physical, chemical and descriptive mineralogy. Classification of minerals, description of common rocks. General classification of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks particularly for field use. Identification of common minerals and rocks in hand specimens. (Offered to non-GEOE students only ).
Course Learning Outcomes
- Identify ore and rock forming minerals based on the basic knowledge of physical, crystallographical, and chemical properties of minerals in hand specimens. Main characteristics of minerals are recognized in the laboratory;
- Classify minerals based on their characteristic properties and evaluate their economical importance;
- Identify and classify igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks based on their textures and mineral compositions using hand specimens in the laboratory;
- Recognize the importance of basic geological processes for rock formation;
- Evaluate economic importance and use of various rock types in industry
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||
| 8 | An ability to visualize topographical and geological features in 4-D for solving Geological Engineering problems | ✔ | |||