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GEO-3122: Micropalaeontology Work Load
5 credits (ECTS) | Type of course
Theoretical and practical subject. | Level of course/Year of study
First or second year at master''s level. | Language of instruction
Norwegian, english by request | Examination semester
Spring, Autumn
| Contents
The most important microfossil groups will be presented with respect to their systematics, ecology, evolution and stratigraphy. Marine microfossils will be focused on, in particular the foraminifera. There will also be a focus on the application of micropaleontology in relation to petroleum prospecting. The exercises will demonstrate microfossils, sample preparation and identification.
| Recommended previous qualifications
GEO-1001 Introduction to geology, GEO-2007 Historical geology / Stratigraphy | Form of teaching
25 h lectures, 30 h exercises, 1 day field study.
| Exam and assessment
Oral examination. Admittance to examination requires approved course work and field report. Letter grades (A-F).
| Contact person/lecturer
Stig Arne Holtedahl, tel: 77 64 44 65, e-mail: stig.holtedahl@ig.uit.no | Recommended reading/syllabus
Available on request | Homepage
http://uit.no/geologi/geo-3122/1
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