EA31110 - ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCE LEVEL 3 FIELDWORK

Module Identifier	EA31110
Module Title	ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCE LEVEL 3 FIELDWORK
Academic Year	2001/2002
Co-ordinator	Dr Bill Perkins
Semester	Semester 2
Course delivery	Field Work	1 x 1 hr lecture to introduce the fieldcourse
Assessment	Course work	to include Verbal 15%, Written 45%, Field note book 20% and a Report 20%	100%

Module outline

This module is designed to build on the skills ganed during the first and second year fieldwork. The module will be based in a specific location and is designed to assess a wide range of environmental issues within that area. The module will consist of field exercises which will involve planning and execution of field sampling/data collection, collation and synthesis of these field data and presentation in both verbal and written form. The module is designed to present 'real world' problems which might be faced by graduates working in the field of Environmental Earth Sciences.

Aims of the module

This module aims to build on the experience gained in previous field modules. The module will develop field skills and apply these to a specific area of study. The module will require the students to synthesise data from a variety of field sources into both verbal and written reports.

Module objectives / Learning outcomes

On completion of the module, students should :-

be technically proficient in the operation of field instruments

be able to demonstrate proficiency in field, graphical, sampling and geophysical methods

have gained practical experience in the application of field sampling and testing techniques related to specific environmental problems

be able to classify major rock types

be able to construct a geological map

appreciate the logistics involved in undertaking different types of fieldwork operations

demonstrate an ability to analyse data and present results of original field measurements in a technically-sound report

be proficient in oral communication skills

be able to synthesise the environmental problems within a specific area of study and to discuss the links between these problems and the geology, geomorphology, land use and economic exploitation of the area.