Subject
Geodynamics and Solid Earth Geophysics
General details of the subject
- Mode
- Face-to-face degree course
- Language
- English
Description and contextualization of the subject
Topics include seismology, heat flow, geomagnetism and paleomagnetism, with a particular focus on the geometry, kinematics and dynamics of plate motion. Simple models of lithosphere rheology are developed and applied to case studies.Teaching staff
| Name | Institution | Category | Doctor | Teaching profile | Area | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARIGOMEZ ALLENDE, JUAN ANTONIO | University of the Basque Country | Profesorado Catedratico De Universidad | Doctor | Bilingual | Cellular Biology | ionan.marigomez@ehu.eus |
Competencies
| Name | Weight |
|---|---|
| Understand the quantitative aspects of plate tectonics. | 9.0 % |
| Understand the geomagnetic field and the principles of palaeomagnetism as they apply to plate tectonics. | 9.0 % |
| Achieve practical experience of the application of elastic plate bending theory and heat conduction equations. | 9.0 % |
| Be aware of the research methods in use in various aspects of solid Earth geophysics. | 9.0 % |
| Describe the limitations and simplifications of plate tectonic theory. | 9.0 % |
| Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the concept of the lithosphere. | 9.0 % |
| Appreciate the principles of terrestrial heat flow. | 9.0 % |
| Understand and know how to apply elastic plate bending theory. | 9.0 % |
| Comprehend the characteristics of active plate boundaries. | 9.0 % |
| Understand the importance of seismology in determining the interior structure of the Earth. | 9.0 % |
Study types
| Type | Face-to-face hours | Non face-to-face hours | Total hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture-based | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| Seminar | 20 | 30 | 50 |
| Applied classroom-based groups | 15 | 22.5 | 37.5 |
Training activities
| Name | Hours | Percentage of classroom teaching |
|---|---|---|
| Exercises | 55.0 | 10 % |
| Expositive classes | 44.0 | 50 % |
| Student's personal work | 88.5 | 50 % |
Assessment systems
| Name | Minimum weighting | Maximum weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Continuous evaluation | 0.0 % | 100.0 % |
Learning outcomes of the subject
At the end of the Unit, the student should be able to:1. To determine earthquake parameters from teleseismic data.
2. To interpret first motion from seismograms and determine focal mechanisms.
3. To interpret palaeomagnetic data in terms of large-scale plate motions.
Temary
Formal lectures: will provide the underlying theory to kinematics, dynamics, seismology, crustal seismics and heatflow. An outline of each lecture is provided prior to start of a lecture or on website/in manual. Each lecture systematically covers the main concepts and topics. Where relevant, lecturers' own research experience in the appropriate fields is brought into the lecturing sessions. References to the applicable chapter of course text and/or other relevant journal articles are provided as essential reading for each lecture.Practical classes: will exemplify the theory and develop your practical skills in the analysis of plate kinematic and geodynamic data.
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