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| Code | JS316 |
| Name | Volcanology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. OSMAN PARLAK |
| Course Instructor |
1 2 |
Course Goal / Objective
Brief introduction about a volcano, teach about volcanic types and eruption types, teach about lava flows in continental and oceanic settings, teach about volcanic hazards and benefits.
Course Content
Introduction and General Definitions, Features of Magma, Definition of a volcano and their types, Eruption Types, Lava Flows, Pyroclastic Fall Deposits, Volcanoclastic Processes, Epiclastic Deposits, Volcanic Centers in Turkey
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite.
Resources
Lecture notes on volcanology
Notes
Introducing Volcanology: A Guide to Hot Rocks (Jerram, Dougal) ISBN 10: 1906716226 ISBN 13: 9781906716226
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Learn about what a volcano is and how it works |
| LO02 | Understand the features of a magma. |
| LO03 | Learn about volcanic productions. |
| LO04 | Learn more about lava flows in continental and oceanic settings. |
| LO05 | Understand more about volcanic eruptions. |
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. | 5 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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 | Introduction and General Definitons-1 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Introduction and General Definitons-2 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Features of a magma-1 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Features of a magma-2 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Definition of a volcano-1 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Definition of a volcano-2 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Lava Flows | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Study about the lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 9 | Pyroclastic Fall Deposits-1 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 10 | Pyroclastic Fall Deposits-2 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 11 | Epiclastic deposits-1 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 12 | Epiclastic deposits-2 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Types of Volcanic Eruptions | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Volcanoclastic Processes | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Volcanisms in Turkey, volcanic mountains and their features. | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 16 | Term Exams | Study about the lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 17 | Term Exams | Study about the lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 50 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,00 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||