University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Priority for the module will be given to the students enrolled in the MSc in Mineral Resources. Extra spaces will be allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Planned timetable: To be confirmed

This module aims to train students to use a suite of modern software packages and field tablet computers to conduct geological fieldwork. The module focuses on creating and interpreting surface and underground maps and drill core logs using computers, a skill that is not core at undergraduate level but is sought by employers in the mineral resource sector. Module assessment is based upon the reproducibility and organisation of field data (notes, logs and maps), the interpretation of these data, group participation and upon a series of technical reports.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 lecture (x11 weeks), 1 lab (x11 weeks). Four field excursions, one of these is a single day trip, two are over night trips and one is a 5 day excursion. Some field excursions will be during the weekend

Scheduled learning hours: 145

Guided independent study hours: 157

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: No reassessment is offered

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr W McCarthy
Module teaching staff: Dr W McCarthy, Dr J Cloutier, Dr C Cousins