PETROL 7002 - Research Project (M.Sc. Petroleum Geoscience)
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PETROL 7002 Course Research Project (M.Sc. Petroleum Geoscience) Coordinating Unit Australian School of Petroleum & Energy Resources Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 12 Assumed Knowledge PETROL 7000, PETROL 7001 Assessment Research Proposal, Thesis examination and oral presentation Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Simon Holford
Course Coordinator: Dr Kathryn AmosCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete PETROL 7002 will:1) Have specialised knowledge in petroleum geology, through their sound understanding of the disciplines that relate to this field, including sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology and geomechanics, petroleum systems and basin analysis, field observation, wireline logging techniques, seismic acquisition and processing, and seismic interpretation.2) Have advanced research skills within one of these sub-discipline areas (see above).3) Have advanced and integrated understanding of the core geosciences disciplines as they relate to petroleum systems. This includes sound and advanced knowledge within the fields of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology and geomechanics, geophysics, petroleum systems and basin analysis, and field observation, and the integration of these for the purposes of hydrocarbon exploration and production.4) Be able to independently analyse critically, reflect on and synthesise complex information in order to interpret data from ancient sedimentary successions and apply this to solving problems pertinent to the oil and gas industry.5) Have developed advanced research skills, in order to critically evaluate and appropriately apply established understanding of the science to a dataset.6) Be able to work well independently and as part of a team, and to communicate their knowledge and understanding to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.7) Have demonstrated their autonomy, expert judgement, adaptability, and responsibility as a geoscientist.These learning outcomes meet the AQF criteria for program level XI and address the University’s Graduate Attributes as presented in the following table.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2, 3 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2, 3, 4, 5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 6 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2, 3 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. All A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 6, 7 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1, 3, 4 -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Independent research project conducted in close collaboration with an academic research supervisor.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The workload of this course follows University policy on student workload expectations. For this 12-unit research project, this equates to an equivalent of a full-time student workload for Semester 2.Learning Activities Summary
Student research projects are conducted as an independent research project. Students are guided through regular meetings with their academic supervisor(s), and industry supervisor if working on an industry-supported project. The project will include all aspects of research, from development of the research proposal and identification of the research gap to be addressed, to development of the appropriate methodology, collection of data, analysis of data, interpretation of data and discussion of this in the context of current understanding and published literature. -
Assessment
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- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Each thesis will be examined by at least two examiners. The final mark given for the thesis component is comprised: 10% = research proposal; 10% = oral presentation of the thesis; 80% = the average of the marks awarded by the examiners after reading the thesis, and adjusting for the student’s performance in the oral examination. Theses will be assessed using a Thesis Assesment Rubric. These will be provided via MyUni, and explained during the ‘Thesis Writing and Assessment Rubric Workshop’.Assessment Detail
See above.Submission
The thesis submission date is usually at the end of October or early November. Dates are published at the start of each academic year via MyUni.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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