GE635 : Clay Mineralogy

Department

Department of Geology

Academic Program

Master in Sedimentary rocks

Type

Compulsory

Credits

03

Prerequisite

Overview

Theory and application of X-ray diffraction theory and application, internal structure, chemistry and classification of clay minerals. Mineralogy and genesis of clay minerals. Theory and application of scanning electron microscope. Industrial uses of clay minerals.

Intended learning outcomes

By passing this course, the student is supposed to be familiar with the following practical and professional skills:1.Uses laboratory techniques in the study of minerals.2.It uses quantitative methods in calculating the composition of metals.3. Handles, reevaluates and uses published information.

Teaching and learning methods

The course is taught according to the following methods :· Lectures· Laboratory activities· Collection of information· Panel Discussions

Methods of assessments

Assessment was carried out through theoretical exams, practical exams, assignments and writing scientific reports.

Advanced Sedimentology (GE611)
Advanced Stratigraphy (GE612)
Advanced Igneous Petrology (GE615)
Geotectonics (GE616)
Technical Writing (GE617)
Geology of Libya (GE618)
Data Analysis in Geology (GE620)
Topics in Petrology (GE629)
Clastic Depositional Systems (GE631)
Carbonate Sedimentology (GE632)
Sedimentation and Tectonics (GE633)
Sequence Stratigraphy (GE634)
Clay Mineralogy (GE635)
Field Seminar (GE688)
Thesis (GE699)