NIGK14022U Sedimentary Basins - Evolution, Environments and Resources (part 2)
MSc Programme in Geology-Geoscience
The course addresses the practical analysis of the sedimentary record to decipher the formation and evolution of a selected sedimentary basin (chosen by the course responsible). The aim of the course is to build on and refine the learning outcome of part 1 of the course. Part 2 of the course is focused on hands-on experience through field-work and analyses of real data which may include outcrop data, seismic profiles, well logs, and cores from a selected basin, backed up by key literature. There will be a strong emphasis on practical applications, including hydrocarbon exploration aspects, of the theoretical basis of basin analysis which was the key subject of part 1.
Practical analysis of sedimentary basin fills based on real data and key literature.
Fundamental techniques and methodologies relating to the analysis of a selected sedimentary basin.
Formation and evolution of a selected sedimentary basin.
Application aspects of methods used and cases studied.
Hydrocarbon potential and exploration aspects for selected sedimentary basins.
Key aspects of scientific writing and reporting.
Analyse and interpret the fill of sedimentary basins by the application of real data which may include outcrop data, seismic profiles, well logs, and cores.
Plan and conduct field work to collect relevant data for the analysis of the fill of a selected sedimentary basin.
Describe hydrocarbon exploration aspects related to a selected sedimentary basin.
Write a concise, scientific report and prepare an oral presentation.
Synthesize the geological evolution of selected sedimentary basins based on the analyses of real data.
Relate the synthesis to existing literature.
Evaluate the hydrocarbon potential of a selected sedimentary basin.
Communicate comprehensive understanding of a selected case or topic through oral presentation and a concise, scientific report.
Please see Absalon course page.
- 7,5 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Written assignment, Ongoing preparation throughout the courseOral examination, 20 minutesThe written assignment is prepared during the course and must be handed in prior to the exam week. The oral exam uses the written assignment as its point of departure. It includes the titles listed in the officially approved reading list.
- Without aids
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- External censorship
Re-submission of written assignment, 20 minutes oral examination. The written assignment must be handed in prior to the re-examination week. The oral exam uses the written assignment as its point of departure. It includes the titles listed in the officially approved reading list.
Criteria for exam assesment
Please see learning outcome.
- Field Work
- Project work