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| Code | JS435 |
| Name | Basic Principles of Geochronology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. 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 | Doç. Dr. FATİH KARAOĞLAN |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. FATİH KARAOĞLAN
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Geochronologic methods related to isotope geochemistry and their interpretations
Course Content
Introduction, basics of the radiometric age determinations, high- and low-temperature thermochronology methods. Basics of U-Pb, Sm-Nd, Rb-Sr, Re-Os, Ar-Ar, K-Ar, Fizyon İzi, U-Yh/He methods and case studies.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Peter W. Reiners, Richard W. Carlson, Paul R. Renne, Kari M. Cooper, Darryl E. Granger, Noah M. McLean, Blair Schoene, 2017. Geochronology and Thermochronology. John Wiley & Sons Ltd. ISBN:9781118455852 Dickin, A.P. 2005. Radiogenic Isotope Geology, 2nd Edition: Cambridge University Press.
Notes
Peter W. Reiners, Richard W. Carlson, Paul R. Renne, Kari M. Cooper, Darryl E. Granger, Noah M. McLean, Blair Schoene, 2017. Geochronology and Thermochronology. John Wiley & Sons Ltd. ISBN:9781118455852
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Discuss how to use geochronology to understand the evolution of our Earth's crust |
| LO02 | Learn the basic formulas of the geochronology |
| LO03 | Understand the U-Pb geochronology and high temperature thermochronology methods |
| LO04 | learns cooling and closure temperature |
| LO05 | learns the low temperature thermochronology |
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. | 3 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
| 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 | Intoduction and terminology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Radioctive systematics, decay, radioctive decay types | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Types of dating in geology and radioactive dating types | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | A general view of high and low temperature thermochronology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | U-Pb methodology (mineral and whole-rock) | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 6 | Sm-Nd methodology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Re-Os methodology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | Rb-Sr methodology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Ar-Ar and K-Ar methodologies | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Fission Track methodology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | U-Th/He methodology | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Case studies-1 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Case studies-2 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Case studies-3 | Reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
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 | ||