Regional Geology
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
Using the results from structural analysis, supplemented by stratigraphical, petrological, geochronological, geochemical, and geophysical data, to discuss the geologic evolution recorded in rocks exposed in collisional belts.
Reconstruction of the tectonic evolution, at the regional scale, within orogens, with examples from the Alps and Apennines, and comparison with models on tectonic processes of lithospheric active margins.
Synthesis of regional data and field comparison with the structure of tectonic units from different crustal levels, aimed at a critical discussion of the geological models from the literature.
Correlation throughout time and 3D space of geological processes developed during specific geodynamic events.
Reconstruction of the tectonic evolution, at the regional scale, within orogens, with examples from the Alps and Apennines, and comparison with models on tectonic processes of lithospheric active margins.
Synthesis of regional data and field comparison with the structure of tectonic units from different crustal levels, aimed at a critical discussion of the geological models from the literature.
Correlation throughout time and 3D space of geological processes developed during specific geodynamic events.
Expected learning outcomes
Synthesising various data to reconstruct the geodynamic evolution, at regional scale, of tectonic units preserved within orogen belts. Presenting written and oral reports on data collected during field trips to be compared with various type of data from the literature.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course can be attended as a single course.
Course syllabus and organization
teaching activated every other year: active in the a.y. 2024-25
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
The course is focused on the Alps and considers both the Variscan and Alpine evolution, the continental and oceanic units, and different structural levels. In part the Apennine ophiolites will be analyzed too. The two mountain chains will be discussed within the tectonic and magmatic evolution of the Mediterranean area. Minor classes will concern the Pacific Cordillera of North America and the Red Sea rifting.
Prerequisites for admission
Good knowledge of basic geology and structural geology.
Teaching methods
Proactive teaching both during classes and the many field excursions, namely the students will be challenged in building ideas from field elements and literature data.
Teaching Resources
Power point files of classes and scientific articles that will be included in the files and within the teaching material supporting the field excursion.
Assessment methods and Criteria
Students will present a written report, in the form of a scientific article, on a topic chosen among those illustrated during the field excursion. That report will be discussed during the exam.
GEO/03 - STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY - University credits: 6
Field activity: 48 hours
Lessons: 16 hours
Lessons: 16 hours
Professor:
Zanoni Davide
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