PETROGEO 7020 - Advanced Petroleum Geoscience I

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

PETROGEO 7020 builds on PETROGEO 7010 and covers advanced topics in sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology and geomechanics. Emphasis is given on applying concepts to the interpretation of the subsurface on scales that are relevant to the exploration and production of both conventional and unconventional petroleum resources.

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Course Details

Course Code	PETROGEO 7020
Course	Advanced Petroleum Geoscience I
Coordinating Unit	Australian School of Petroleum & Energy Resources
Term	Semester 2
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	This course will be taught in intensive format, with modules scheduled during Semester 2. During the dates of this course, students are expected to attend class each week day, between 9am and 5pm. Activities will include lectures, practicals, individual
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	PETROL 7010, 7011, 7012, 7013
Assessment	Assessment includes a final exam and assessment of work completed during the semester. Assessed exercises include activities such as submitted assignments, practical class exercise submission and oral presentations.

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Peter McCabe

Structural Geology and Geomechanics: Dr Khalid Amrouch
Sedimentology: Dr Frank Rarity
Sedimentary petrology: Dr Ulricke Schacht
Reservoir modelling: Dr Frank Rarity
Stratigraphy: Prof. Peter McCabe

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of PETROGEO 7020, students will:
1) Have specialised knowledge in petroleum geoscience disciplines related to petroleum systems especially sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
2) Be able to independently critically analyse and synthesise complex information in order to interpret geologic data related to petroleum systems.
3) Be able to communicate their knowledge and understanding to specialist audiences.

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
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	2
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	2, 3
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	1
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	1, 2, 3
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	1, 2, 3
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	1, 2, 3

Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course will be taught in intensive format, with modules scheduled during Semester 2. During the dates of this course, students are expected to attend class each week day, between 9am and 5pm. Activities will include lectures, practicals, field trips, research, individual and group work. Coursework activities to be completed outside of class time are a part of the expected student workload within this course.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

During the dates of the intensive format module, students are expected to attend class each weekday, between 9am and 5pm. Participation in all aspects of the fieldtrips is required. Coursework activities to be completed outside of class time are a part of the expected student workload within this course.

Learning Activities Summary

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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

Assessment includes a final exam and assessment of work completed during the semester. Assessed exercises include activities such as submitted assignments, field trip reports, practical class exercise submission and oral presentations.

Assessment Detail

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Submission

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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.

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