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Title
Code
Level
Credit rating
Pre-requisites
Type of module
Aims
Learning
outcomes/objectives
Content
Teaching and learning
strategies
Learning support
Igneous and metamorphic processes
GG 210
5
10 CATS points
GG105 Mineralogy and Petrology & GG103 Igneous and
metamorphic rocks, OR equivalent 1st year petrology course
Delivered over one semester
This module aims to extend knowledge of the
characteristics of igneous rocks and metamorphic rocks,
and to understand how these characteristics formed in
relation to the Earth’s internal processes including plate
tectonics.
At the successful completion of the module, students will
be able to:
1. identify common igneous rock types in hand specimen
and using a petrological microscope, and explain the
basis of igneous rock classification;
2. with the use of simple phase diagrams, explain the
formation of igneous rocks in terms of melting,
assimilation and fractional crystallisation, and explain
how bulk rock chemistry and trace element contents
evolve during these processes;
3. explain the formation of textural features in igneous and
metamorphic rocks and how they are used to interpret
geological history;
4. with the use of simple phase diagrams, describe the
metamorphic changes in a range of rock types under a
range of physical conditions, and interpret the
metamorphic history of an area in terms of a P-T-t path;
5. produce short reports on the basis of data provided and
interpretation of petrographical observations.
Classification of igneous rocks; melting and crystallisation
process in magmas; formation of igneous textures;
formation of basaltic, intermediate and granitic magmas; PT, T-X, P-X diagrams; plotting metamorphic rock
compositions in AFM and ACF diagrams; basic chemical
controls on metamorphic reactions; metamorphism of
pelites, limestones and basalts; interpretation of
metamorphic textures; tectonic environments of
metamorphism and relationship to magmatism and plate
tectonics. Practical work on the petrology of specimen
suites and interpretation of data sets derived from igneous
and metamorphic rocks.
Lectures, laboratory practical classes, directed study and
assessment.
Indicative reading:
Barker, A J. 1998. Introduction to metamorphic textures and
microstructures, 2nd edition. Nelson Thornes.
Best, M.G. 2003. Igneous and metamorphic petrology. 2nd
(this form should be accompanied by the revised/new module outline)
DN 01.05.09
edition. Blackwell Science.
Hall, A. 1996. Igneous petrology. 2nd edition. Longman.
MacKenzie, W.S. & Adams, A.E. 1999. Colour atlas of rocks
and minerals in thin section. Manson Publishing.
Winter, J.D. 2001. An introduction to igneous and metamorphic
petrology. Prentice Hall.
Yardley, B.W.D. 1989. An introduction to metamorphic
petrology. Longman.
Yardley, B.W.D., MacKenzie, W.S., Guilford, C. 1990. Atlas
of metamorphic rocks and their textures. Longman.
Geology laboratory with sets of rock specimens;
petrological microscopes; multiple sets of thin sections.
Assessment tasks
Brief description of
module content and/or
aims (maximum 80 words)
Area examination board
to which module relates
Module
team/authors/coordinator
Semester offered, where
appropriate
Site where delivered
Date of first approval
Date of last revision
Date of approval of this
version
Version number
Replacement for previous
module
Field for which module is
acceptable and status in
that field
Course(s) for which
module is acceptable and
status in that course
School home
External examiner
UKESCC software modules 'Basic petrography',
'Petrogenesis of granitic rocks', 'Phase diagrams in igneous
systems'.
100% Practical Workbook, to be largely completed during
laboratory classes (LOs 1-5).
Pass requirement: 40% of total assessment .
Igneous and metamorphic rocks comprise the bulk of the
Earth’s crust. Understanding the composition and
formation of these rocks is important as they preserve
records of the evolution of the Earth and its tectonic
regimes. This module explores the origin of these materials
and how they provide an insight into the Earth's internal
processes, a subject of ongoing scientific investigation and
debate.
Geology/Geography
Norman Moles (co-ordinator), Martin Smith and Laurence
Hopkinson
1
2003
June 2009
2
Reinstatement of retired module GG210 Petrology. The new
title is taken from 20-credit module GG212 which is being
retired.
Geology (compulsory)
Geography and Geology, Geography, Earth & Ocean
Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Hazards
(all optional)
BSc Geology (compulsory)
BSc Geography and Geology, BSc Geography, BSc Earth &
Ocean Science, BSc Environmental Science, BSc
Environmental Hazards (all optional)
School of Environment and Technology
Prof John Cosgrove or successor
(this form should be accompanied by the revised/new module outline)
DN 01.05.09
Module specification template
s
Comments/notes
Title
Code
Level
Credit rating
Pre-requisites
Type of module
Aims
Learning
outcomes/objectives
Content
Teaching and learning
strategies
Learning support
Igneous and metamorphic processes
GG 210
5
10 CATS points
GG105 Mineralogy and Petrology & GG103 Igneous and
metamorphic rocks, OR equivalent 1st year petrology course
Delivered over one semester
This module aims to extend knowledge of the
characteristics of igneous rocks and metamorphic rocks,
and to understand how these characteristics formed in
relation to the Earth’s internal processes including plate
tectonics.
At the successful completion of the module, students will
be able to:
1. identify common igneous rock types in hand specimen
and using a petrological microscope, and explain the
basis of igneous rock classification;
2. with the use of simple phase diagrams, explain the
formation of igneous rocks in terms of melting,
assimilation and fractional crystallisation, and explain
how bulk rock chemistry and trace element contents
evolve during these processes;
3. explain the formation of textural features in igneous and
metamorphic rocks and how they are used to interpret
geological history;
4. with the use of simple phase diagrams, describe the
metamorphic changes in a range of rock types under a
range of physical conditions, and interpret the
metamorphic history of an area in terms of a P-T-t path;
5. produce short reports on the basis of data provided and
interpretation of petrographical observations.
Classification of igneous rocks; melting and crystallisation
process in magmas; formation of igneous textures;
formation of basaltic, intermediate and granitic magmas; PT, T-X, P-X diagrams; plotting metamorphic rock
compositions in AFM and ACF diagrams; basic chemical
controls on metamorphic reactions; metamorphism of
pelites, limestones and basalts; interpretation of
metamorphic textures; tectonic environments of
metamorphism and relationship to magmatism and plate
tectonics. Practical work on the petrology of specimen
suites and interpretation of data sets derived from igneous
and metamorphic rocks.
Lectures, laboratory practical classes, directed study and
assessment.
Indicative reading:
Barker, A J. 1998. Introduction to metamorphic textures and
microstructures, 2nd edition. Nelson Thornes.
(this form should be accompanied by the revised/new module outline)
DN 01.05.09
Best, M.G. 2003. Igneous and metamorphic petrology. 2nd
edition. Blackwell Science.
Hall, A. 1996. Igneous petrology. 2nd edition. Longman.
MacKenzie, W.S. & Adams, A.E. 1999. Colour atlas of rocks
and minerals in thin section. Manson Publishing.
Winter, J.D. 2001. An introduction to igneous and metamorphic
petrology. Prentice Hall.
Yardley, B.W.D. 1989. An introduction to metamorphic
petrology. Longman.
Yardley, B.W.D., MacKenzie, W.S., Guilford, C. 1990. Atlas
of metamorphic rocks and their textures. Longman.
Geology laboratory with sets of rock specimens;
petrological microscopes; multiple sets of thin sections.
Assessment tasks
Brief description of
module content and/or
aims (maximum 80 words)
Area examination board
to which module relates
Module
team/authors/coordinator
Semester offered, where
appropriate
Site where delivered
Date of first approval
Date of last revision
Date of approval of this
version
Version number
Replacement for previous
module
Field for which module is
acceptable and status in
that field
Course(s) for which
module is acceptable and
status in that course
School home
External examiner
UKESCC software modules 'Basic petrography',
'Petrogenesis of granitic rocks', 'Phase diagrams in igneous
systems'.
67% Practical Workbook, to be largely completed during
laboratory classes (LOs 1-5).
33% Short Examination (LOs 2-4).
Pass requirement: 40% of total assessment .
Igneous and metamorphic rocks comprise the bulk of the
Earth’s crust. Understanding the composition and
formation of these rocks is important as they preserve
records of the evolution of the Earth and its tectonic
regimes. This module explores the origin of these materials
and how they provide an insight into the Earth's internal
processes, a subject of ongoing scientific investigation and
debate.
Geography and Geology
Laurence Hopkinson (co-ordinator) and Norman Moles
1
2003
June 2009
2012
3
Geology (compulsory)
Geography and Geology, Earth & Ocean Science (optional)
BSc Geology (compulsory)
BSc Geography and Geology, BSc Earth & Ocean Science
(optional)
School of Environment and Technology
Geography & Geology External Examiner
(this form should be accompanied by the revised/new module outline)
DN 01.05.09