Study program:
Minerology and Crystallography (IX semester -MsC)
Petrology and Geochemistry (IX semester -MsC) |
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Name of subject: Theoretical Petrology |
Instructors:
Prof. Bojan Kostić |
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Status: Optional |
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ECTS: 5 |
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Prerequisites: - |
Course Objectives:
Acquiring theoretical knowledge about processes of crystallization, genesis and evolution of magmatic and metamorphic systems and their applications in natural systems |
Learning Outcomes:
Ability to solving problems of genesis and evolution of magmatic, sedomentary and metamorphic formations and their relationships with mineral deposits. Ability to make and interpret phase diagrams of relevant petrological systems and petrogenic grids relevant to metamorphic systems on the basis of recorded mineral assemblages |
Content:
Theory teaching
Magmatic systems: processes of crystallization of rock-forming minerals. Phase diagrams. Magma genesis and evolution. Sedimentary systems: weathering, physico-chemical processes. Transport and sedimentation. Diagenetic processes and consolidation of clastic and chemical sediments. Metamorphic systems: types and P-T conditions of crystallization of metamorphic minerals, type of reaction, geothermobarometry, phase diagrams. Petrogenic indicators. Isotopes in petrology. Petrogenetic associations. Practical teaching
They are maintained according to the presented lecture units; include practical work related to phase diagrams, mathematical calculations, microscopic exercises on specific examples, and self-solving of the given problems |
Suggested Reading List:
- Hess,Gill, R. 2010, Igneous rocks and processes: a practical guide.Willey-Blackwell, ISBN 978-1-4443-3065-6, 428pp
- Best, G. M., Chritiansen, E.H. 2001. Igneous Petrology, Blackwell Science, ISBN 0-86542-541-8, 458pp
- Spear, S.,F., 1995.Metamorphic phase Equilibria and pressure-temperature-time paths. MSA, Book Crafters, Inc., Chelsea, Michigan, USA
- Will M., T. 1998. Phase equilibria and thermodinamics: mineralogical and petrological application. Springer Verlag
- Faure, G, 1986. Principles of isotope geology. 2nd ed., New York, Jon Wiley & Sons
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Conduct of the Course:
Lectures in power point presentation. Exercises are followed by microscopic observations and interpretation of natural processes, use of mathematical methods for calculations of chemical and others parameters. Interpretation of phase equilibria. Interactive discussion of the student essays on given topics. |
Fund hours:
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Exercises |
Other forms of teaching |
Study research |
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Assessment:
| Final Exam |
ECTS |
| Written exam | 20 | | Oral Exam | 40 |
| Classwork Assessment |
ECTS |
| Class Participationа | 5 | | Practical Classes | 5 | | Written tests | 20 | | Seminars | 10 |
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Additional Assessment Criteria: - |
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