JS321 Micropaleontology

2 ECTS - 1-1 Duration (T+A)- 5. Semester- 1 National Credit
Information About Course

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Goal, Content & Resources
Course Learning Outcomes
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
Week Plan
Student Workload - ECTS

Information

Code JS321
Name Micropaleontology
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 5. Semester
Duration (T+A) 1-1 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 2 ECTS
National Credit 1 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. ATİKE NAZİK
Course Instructor Prof. Dr. ATİKE NAZİK (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)
Arş.Gör.Dr. Emine ŞEKER ZOR (A Group) (Asst. Ins.)


Course Goal / Objective

To teach the solutions of the geological problems by using the microfossils.

Course Content

Microfossils, extraction techniques for microfossils, characteristic microfossils through geological time, the importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events.

Course Precondition

Electives without prerequisites

Resources

Howard A. Armstrong, Martin D. Brasier, 2005, Microfossils, BLACKWELL PUBLISHING.

Notes

Lecturer presentations


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Learns about plants and animal microfossils
LO02 Learns the areas in which the fossils are beneficial.
LO03 Learns to analyze geological events using paleontological data.
LO04 Learns the environments where microfossils live.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and subjects specific to the discipline of geological engineering; ability to apply theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems. 2
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal The ability to identify, define, analyze, formulate, select (or develop) solution models and solve complex geology and geological engineering problems with the acquired knowledge.
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal The ability to design and implement a complex system, process, device or product related to Geology and Geological Engineering using modern design methods to meet the needs under realistic constraints and conditions.
PLO04 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik The ability to develop, select, and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of a complex problem encountered in Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the ability to use information technologies effectively. 3
PLO05 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik The ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results, and design and conduct experiments to investigate complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the discipline of Geology and Geological Engineering.
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı The ability to communicate effectively in oral and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions. 2
PLO08 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously renew oneself.
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Acting in accordance with ethical principles when solving engineering problems, awareness of professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge of standards used in engineering practice.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Knowledge of business life practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; knowledge of sustainable development. 2
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knowledge about the global and societal effects on health, environment and safety in the solution of Geology and Geological Engineering applications and the problems of the era reflected in the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Fossil, Fosilization, Microfossil, definitions and concepts To read references
2 Terrestrial and Marine Microfossils To read references
3 Extraction techniques for microfossils To read references
4 Morphology and chemical composition of microfossils To read references
5 The characteristic microfossils in Precambrian and Paleozoic To read references
6 The characteristic microfossils in Mesozoic To read references
7 The characteristic microfossils in Cenozoic To read references
8 Mid-Term Exam To read references
9 Rock-forming microfossils To read references
10 The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Biostratigraphy) To read references
11 The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Paleoecology) To read references
12 The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Paleoclimatology) To read references
13 The importance of microfossils in analysis of geological events (Paleogeography) To read references
14 Using microfossils in petroleum exploration To read references
15 Microfossils for studying evolutionary To read references
16 Term Exams To read references
17 Term Exams To read references


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 1 1
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
Final Exam 1 5 5
Total Workload (Hour) 50
Total Workload / 25 (h) 2,00
ECTS 2 ECTS

Update Time: 13.05.2024 02:42