AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The aim of the course is to enhance the knowledge of the brittle and ductile deformation of rocks, of sedimentary processes and sedimentary rocks, and to provide an overview of regional geology and of the relationships between tectonics and sedimentation. Main topics include: classification and description of folds and faults, introduction to kynematic indicators and shear zones, stress modeling, strain analysis, geodynamics and structures, elements of regional tectonics, transport and sedimentation processes, sedimentary structures, tectonically controlled sedimentary basins.

PREREQUISITES

The basic knowledge supplied by Fisica 1 and Geologia 1 courses are mandatory.

TEACHING METHODS

Students who have valid certification of physical or learning disabilities on file with the University and who wish to discuss possible accommodations or other circumstances regarding lectures, coursework and exams, should speak both with the instructor and with Professor Sara Ferrando (sara.ferrando@unige.it), the Department’s disability liaison.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

Class schedule

GEOLOGY 2

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam consists of practical (solution of graphic exercises, compass usage) and oral tests. The oral test consists in answering the questions asked by teachers on topics dealt with during the course.

The final grade is given by the weighted average between the pratical and the oral tests. Two sessions will be available in the winter period (January-February) and four in the summer period (June, July, September).