Course - Tectonics Scientific Literature Study - GB8201
Tectonics Scientific Literature Study
About
About the course
Course content
This course provides an in-depth study of scientific literature within tectonics, plate tectonics, structural geology, extensional settings, and/or geodynamics. The main thematic focus will be chosen in coordination with the PhD supervisor and aligned with the student’s research project.
The content includes:
- Lectures (3 sessions):
- How to read a scientific paper
- How to write a report
- How to write a conference abstract
- Self-study: Critical reading and analysis of scientific papers related to the chosen theme
- Report writing: Preparation of a comprehensive literature review
- Abstract writing: Development of a concise conference-style abstract
Learning outcome
After completing the course, the candidate should be able to:
Knowledge
- Explain principles of critical reading of scientific papers (Understand).
- Describe the structure and purpose of scientific reports and conference abstracts (Understand).
Skills
- Analyze and evaluate scientific papers in the general field of tectonics (Analyze).
- Synthesize relevant literature to produce a coherent report (Synthesize).
- Create a clear and concise conference abstract (Create).
- Present key findings orally in a structured and professional manner (Apply).
General Competence
- Reflect on scientific communication and dissemination in Earth sciences (Evaluate).
- Plan and execute an independent literature study supporting the PhD project (Apply).
Learning methods and activities
- Lectures: Three introductory sessions on reading, report writing, and abstract writing
- Self-study: Independent reading and analysis of scientific literature
- Writing tasks: Preparation of a literature review report and a conference abstract
- Oral presentations: Presentations of main findings from the literature study, training sessions with evaluation and comments from course responsible to help prepare for the final assessment.
Further on evaluation
The final grade is based on a combination of oral exam (50%) and scientific report (50%). In order to be eligible to receive a grade in the course, both assessments must receive a passing score. For a re-take of the course, both assessments must be re-taken. To pass the course a score of at least 70 percent is required.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Engineering (PHIV)
Recommended previous knowledge
TGB4265 Structural Geology, Advanced Course.
Course materials
Course materials: Selected literature from textbooks and articles from international journals. All in English language.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| DIG1970 | 7.5 sp |
Subject areas
- Geology