Geology of the Mediterranean Area

A.Y. 2024/2025
6
Max ECTS
52
Overall hours
SSD
GEO/03 GEO/07
Language
Italian
Learning objectives
Providing the essential knowledge on the geology of the Mediterranean area, including orogenic belts, active subduction zones, and active extensional tectonics. The main lithostratigraphy and structures are described, a few of them are illustrated during field trips.
Expected learning outcomes
Recognizing simple rock sequences in the Mediterranean area, the main tectonic settings and their interplay.
Single course

This course can be attended as a single course.

Course syllabus and organization

non attivo (attivo nel 2025-26)

Lesson period
Second semester
GEO/03 - STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY - University credits: 4
GEO/07 - PETROLOGY AND PETROGRAPHY - University credits: 2
Practicals with elements of theory: 12 hours
Lessons: 40 hours