DESCRIPTION OF PRESCRIBED LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR THE FIRST-TIER,
FULL-TIME DAY STUDIES IN GEOLOGY
SINCE THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2012-2013
SYMBOL
LEARNING OUTCOMES IN THE FIELD OF
SYMBOL
STUDY (GENERAL ACADEMIC SCHEDULE)
LEARNING OUTCOMES IN THE DISCIPLINE OF
GEOLOGY (GENERAL ACADEMIC SCHEDULE)
KNOWLEDGE
P1A_W01 Students understand the basic phenomena and
processes in nature
Students identify and understand the basic physical phenomena
K_W03 which they analyze based on the laws of physics; students explain
these phenomena in relation to geological processes
K_W04
Students describe and correctly interpret chemical processes that
occur in nature
Students analyze the internal structure of the Earth and its relation
to the evolution of the planet and Solar System; students
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distinguish the consequences of the presence of the Earth's
geospheres
P1A_W02 Students employ empirical approach for interpreting
natural phenomena and processes, but also fully
understand the significance of mathematical and
statistical methods
K_W07
Students correctly interpret the past and present phenomena and
processes in the interior and on the surface of the Earth
K_W01
Students understand and correctly interpret relationships between
the disciplines of natural sciences
K_W11 Students select the methods of radiometric dating that are suitable
for determining the absolute age of geological objects and
processes
P1A_W03 Students have knowledge in the fields of
Students identify and understand the basic physical phenomena
mathematics, physics and chemistry that is necessary K_W03 which they analyze based on the laws of physics; students explain
to understand the basic phenomena and processes in
these phenomena in relation to geological processes
nature
Students describe and correctly interpret chemical processes that
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occur in nature
Students select the methods of radiometric dating that are suitable
K_W11 for determining the absolute age of geological objects and
processes
Students analyze the factors and processes influencing
K_W12 hydrogeological interactions with a special focus on the
specificity of marine coastal zone
K_W14
Students know the applied geophysical methods for identifying
the lithospheric structure
P1A_W04 Students have knowledge about the most important
Students distinguish and correctly interpret the mechanisms,
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problems in the field of sciences and disciplines
causes and effects of the biosphere evolution
related to the studied discipline, and are aware of the
Students describe the geological structure and development of
connections between these problems and other
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selected regions in Poland
disciplines of natural sciences
Students recognize and explain geological processes occurring in
K_W09 marine environment, and can define methods for their
investigation
Students analyze the factors and processes influencing
K_W12 hydrogeological interactions with a special focus on the
specificity of marine coastal zone
K_W13
Students have knowledge about the distribution and use of
mineral deposits, and can interpret the deposit-forming processes
K_W17
Students identify paleontological, mineralogical and petrographic
objects by using appropriate methods
P1A_W05 Students have knowledge about the basic conceptual
categories and terminology with regard to nature,
K_W02 Students employ terminology that is adequate for natural sciences
and are familiar with the development of scientific
fields and disciplines related to the studied
discipline, including the pertinent research methods
P1A_W06 Students have knowledge of statistics and IT at the
Students demonstrate knowledge of IT and statistics at the level
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level sufficient for describing and interpreting
sufficient for interpreting geological phenomena and processes
natural phenomena
P1A_W07 Students have knowledge of basic research
Students distinguish and apply different stratigraphic methods to
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techniques and tools used in the field of sciences and
determine the relative age of geological objects and processes
disciplines related to the studied discipline
Students know the applied geophysical methods for identifying
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the lithospheric structure
P1A_W08 Students understand the relationship between the
achievements in the selected field and discipline of
natural sciences and the possibility of using them in
the socioeconomic aspects of life, including the
K_W16
Students choose appropriate techniques and tools for an
independent elaboration of charts
K_W17
Students identify paleontological, mineralogical and petrographic
objects by using appropriate methods
K_W18
Students choose appropriate methods for elaborating geology
engineering report
K_W13
Students have knowledge about the distribution and use of
mineral deposits, and can interpret the deposit-forming processes
K_W19 Students recognize man-made changes to the natural environment,
sustainable use of biodiversity
and can assess their effects
P1A_W09 Students know the basic rules of safety and hygiene
at work, and ergonomics
K_W20
Students have knowledge about the basic rules of safety and
hygiene at work
P1A_W10 Students know and understand the basic terms and
rules of industrial and intellectual property rights,
and copyright laws; students can make use of patent
resources
Students are familiar with the basic legal regulations applicable to
geological and engineering activities in Poland; students can
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analyze the legal consequences of violating the rules of
intellectual property rights
P1A_W11 Students know the general rules for creating and
developing different forms of individual
entrepreneurship based on their knowledge in the
field of sciences and disciplines related to the
studied discipline
Students are familiar with the rules of entrepreneurship that are
K_W22 applicable to the effective organization and coordination of
geologist's work
SKILLS
P1A_U01 Students apply the basic research techniques and
tools appropriate for the fields and disciplines of
science related to the studied discipline
K_U01
Students use the basic techniques of measurement and analysis
that are applicable to natural sciences
K_U08
Students apply surface geophysical methods and use geophysical
data in geological reporting
K_U13
Students reconstruct the evolution of facies types in relation to
geotectonic and biotic processes
Students identify the land forming processes, and classify
K_U14 geomorphological forms with a particular focus on Quaternary
forms
K_U15
Students identify fossils as well as determine their significance for
geological sciences
P1A_U02
Students comprehend the Polish literature in the
scientific fields and disciplines related to the studied
discipline; students can comprehensively read
simple scientific texts in English
K_U16
Students macroscopically and microscopically identify minerals
and rocks, and can explain their genesis
K_U17
Students identify geological conditions characteristic for the
occurrence of the basic types of ore deposits
Students use information sources in the field of geology in Polish
and English languages; students have skills of analytic and
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synthetic reasoning which leads to drawing the appropriate
conclusions
Students can write, refer and properly illustrate scientific work
K_U23 based on the available sources for a selected topic in the field of
geology
P1A_U03 Students are capable of using the available sources
of information, including electronic resources
Students use information sources in the field of geology in Polish
and English languages; students have skills of analytic and
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synthetic reasoning which leads to drawing the appropriate
conclusions
K_U04
Students use archival and electronic data bases to elaborate and
interpret geological phenomena and processes
Students reconstruct the geological development of selected
K_U18 regions in Poland based on charts, profiles and outcrops assessed
in the field
K_U22
Students apply appropriate legal regulations related to geological
and engineering activities and intellectual property protection
Students can write, refer and properly illustrate scientific work
K_U23 based on the available sources for a selected topic in the field of
geology
P1A_U04 Students perform simple scientific tasks and expert
analysis under the supervision of an academic
advisor
Students identify the land forming processes, and classify
K_U14 geomorphological forms with a particular focus on Quaternary
forms
K_U20
Students use the norms applied in the procedures for soil physical
measurement for land evaluation
Students distinguish different types of mining activities, and
K_U21 evaluate the level of associated changes in the natural
environment
P1A_U05 Students apply the basic statistical methods,
algorithms and IT techniques to describe phenomena
and analyze data
K_U06
Students use mathematical and statistical methods to analyze data
and to describe geological phenomena
K_U07 Students apply computer software used in geological reporting
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Students interpret geochemical processes, and detect relationships
between the processes occurring in nature
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Students determine the hydrogeological properties of rocks, and
calculate their parameters
P1A_U06 Students conduct observations and perform simple K_U05
physical, biological and chemical measurements in
the laboratory and the field
Students plan and perform observations, and physical and
chemical measurements in the laboratory and the field as well as
analyze and interpret the collected data
K_U09
Students interpret geochemical processes, and detect relationships
between the processes occurring in nature
K_U10
Students perform the basic geological and topographic
measurements that are necessary in geological practice
K_U11
Students analyze sedimentary structures, and reconstruct the
environment in which they had formed
P1A_U07 Students demonstrate the skill of drawing the
appropriate conclusions based on data from various
sources
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Students distinguish the basic tectonic structures, and reconstruct
geological processes leading to their formation
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Students can macroscopically and microscopically identify
minerals and rocks, and explain their genesis
Students use information sources in the field of geology in Polish
and English languages; students have skills of analytic and
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synthetic reasoning which leads to drawing the appropriate
conclusions
K_U04
Students use archival and electronic data bases to elaborate and
interpret geological phenomena and processes
K_U08 Students apply surface geophysical methods and use geophysical
data in geological reporting
Students analyze sedimentary structures, and can reconstruct the
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environment in which they had formed
K_U13
Students reconstruct the evolution of facies types in relation to
geotectonic and biotic processes
K_U15
Students can identify fossils as well as determine their
significance for geological sciences
Students reconstruct the geological development of selected
K_U18 regions in Poland based on charts, profiles and outcrops assessed
in the field
Students distinguish different types of mining activities, and
K_U21 evaluate the level of associated changes in the natural
environment
P1A_U08 Students use scientific language in discussions with
K_U03 Students can communicate verbally and in writing with the
specialists from the selected discipline of science
socioeconomic milieu about the problems in the field of geology
Students can write, refer and properly illustrate scientific work
K_U23 based on the available sources for a selected topic in the field of
geology
P1A_U09 Students can prepare a well-documented elaboration
of problems in the scientific fields and disciplines
related to the studied discipline, in Polish and
foreign language
K_U06
Students use mathematical and statistical methods to analyze data
and describe geological phenomena
Students can write, refer and properly illustrate scientific work
K_U23 based on the available sources for a selected topic in the field of
geology
P1A_U10 Students have good public speaking skills on
specific topics in the field of sciences and disciplines K_U03 Students can communicate verbally and in writing with the
socioeconomic milieu about the problems in the field of geology
related to the studied discipline, in both Polish and
foreign language
P1A_U11 Students are capable of self-learning in a
Students use information sources in the field of geology in Polish
directed way
and English language; students have skills of analytic and
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synthetic reasoning which leads to drawing the appropriate
conclusions
Students plan and perform observations, and physical and
K_U05 chemical measurements in the laboratory and the field as well as
analyze and interpret the collected data
Students can write, refer and properly illustrate scientific work
K_U23 based on the available sources for a selected topic in the field of
geology
PIA_U12
Students have language skills in the field of sciences
and disciplines related to the studied discipline, in
accordance with level B2 of the Common European
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Students have language skills which allow them to use foreign
literature on a given subject
Framework of Reference for Languages
SOCIAL COMPETENCIES
P1A_K01
Students understand the necessity of
life-long learning
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P1A_K02
Students can cooperate and work in a group by
assuming different roles
K_K02 Students can cooperate in a group in the laboratory and the field;
students are able to work in a team by assuming different roles
P1A_K03
Students can set the right priorities to realize the
tasks defined by themselves or by others
Students correctly identify and solve the dilemmas
related to their professional activities
K_K03 Students plan and realize consecutive stages of the assigned task,
and assume the responsibility for the outcome of their activities
Students can identify scientific problems and propose how to
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solve them during the realization of geological projects
P1A_K04
Students understand the necessity of systematic broadening and
updating their knowledge of geology
Students show caution and criticism when dealing with
K_K05 information related to the natural sciences, which is published in
scientific literature, on the internet and in other media
P1A_K05
P1A_K06
Students understand the necessity of improving the
professional and personal competencies
Students are responsible for their own and others'
safety; students are familiar with the emergency
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Students are self-critical and can draw conclusions based on
autoanalysis; students follow the principles of professional ethics
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Students understand the necessity of systematic broadening and
updating their knowledge of geology
K_K06
Students understand the necessity of improving their professional
skills and qualifications
K_K08
Students want to communicate on geological topics in a foreign
language
K_K07 Students are aware of the risks associated with working as a
geologist; students apply the rules of safety and hygiene at work
procedures
P1A_K07
PIA_K08
Students have a need for continuous updating of
knowledge in the field of study
Students can think and act the entrepreneurial way
K_K09 Students feel responsible for the specialized equipment entrusted
to them
Students understand the necessity of systematic broadening and
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updating of their knowledge of geology
K_K06
Students understand the necessity of improving their professional
skills and qualifications
K_K10
Students apply the principles of reaching the planned geological
projects in a simple and effective way
K_K11
Students are self-critical and can draw conclusions based on
autoanalysis; students follow the principles of professional ethics