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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Geology) | 2020
In this course you will combine fieldwork, practical experience and research to develop knowledge of the composition of Earth and its resources and the processes that have impacted, moulded and continue to influence Earth systems. You will learn how to apply geological techniques (including geological and spatial mapping), and the identification of minerals, fossils, and rocks to understand the structure of the Earth and the location of its natural resources. This will equip you with the required knowledge of current issues in Geology and enable you to propose strategies and solutions to address these problems.
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this major students will be able to:
| MLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the trends, processes and impacts that shape the Earth and its environment including local, national, global, cultural, Indigenous and spatial perspectives. | ||||||
| 2 | Critically evaluate information and data to assess scientific methods and frameworks in geological sciences. | ||||||
| 3 | Develop hypotheses and experiments to test against evidence-based scientific facts, laws, principles and evidence. | ||||||
| 4 | Identify and articulate real world problems derived from the geological sciences. | ||||||
| 5 | Apply knowledge and appropriate techniques, including those associated with fieldwork, to evaluate possible solutions to real world problems and defend choice of solution against alternatives. | ||||||
| 6 | Locate, synthesise and evaluate data, information, results and literature pertaining to geological sciences using appropriate methods, measurements, tools and technologies. | ||||||
| 7 | Communicate geological perspectives and knowledge effectively to a range of audiences using appropriate technologies and communication skills. | ||||||
| 8 | Demonstrate ethical, professional, public and personal conduct and capacity to reflect on and direct own learning and practice and participate constructively in decision-making within the context of geological science. | ||||||
Course Structure
The below structure is only available to students completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Geology). To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Geology), a candidate must successfully complete 72 credit points of core subjects outlined below.
Note:
- students required to complete MATH151 are required to complete 78 credit points, which may extend the duration of your degree
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Autumn | |||
| EESC101 | Planet Earth | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC105 | Introductory Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| *MATH151 MUST be completed by all students who have not completed NSW HSC mathematics or equivalent at Band 4 or higher | |||
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 6 | Autumn, Summer 2020/2021 |
| Year 1 - Spring | |||
| EESC103 | Earth's Dynamic Surface | 6 | Spring |
| EESC102 | Earth's Interconnected Spheres | 6 | Spring |
| Year 2 - Autumn | |||
| GEOS215 | Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and Palaeoenvironments | 6 | Autumn |
| EESC207 | Advanced Geospatial Analysis | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| Year 2 - Spring | |||
| EESC209 | G-cubed: Geochemistry, Geochronology, Geophysics | 6 | Spring |
| EESC250 | Field Geology | 6 | Summer 2020/2021 |
| Year 3 - Autumn | |||
| EESC321 | Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History | 6 | Autumn |
| GEOS309 | Igneous-metamorphic geology methods and processes | 6 | Not available in 2020 |
| Year 3 - Spring | |||
| EESC326 | Resources and Environments | 6 | Spring |
| EESC320 | Project Management in the Earth and Environmental Sciences | 6 | Spring |
NOTE: Students may be required to contribute to food, transport and accommodation costs associated with the provision of field trips that form part of the course of study.