Geoscience: the Earth and its Resources

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Are you fascinated by Geosciences and willing to take the challenge of predicting the nature and behavior of the Earth subsurface? This is your course!

In a voyage through the Earth, you will explore the Earth interior and master the processes forming mountains and sedimentary basins. You will understand how the sediments are formed, transported, deposited and deformed. You will acquire basic knowledge on the two mostimportant sources of subsurface energy: hydrocarbons and geothermal! Key knowledge in times of global change and energy transition!

The course focuses on fundamental processes, exploring their nature and quantitative interactions. It will show you how to use the acquired knowledge to predict the nature and behavior of the Earth subsurface.

This is your ideal first step as a future Geoscientists or professional to upgrade your knowledge in the domain of Earth Sciences. Skilled professionals are key for the safe and responsible use of the Earth subsurface.

What you will learn

• the basics of plate tectonics
• processes which control the formation of mountains and sedimentary basins
• how sediments are formed, transported and deposited
• how rocks are deformed and how knowledge of deformation increases the reliability of subsurface predictions
• hydrocarbon geology
• hydrogeology
• geology of geothermal energy (from high to low temperatures)

Skills you learn

• Geology
• Hydrogeology
• Earth Science
• Forecasting

Syllabus

Week 1: Warming up. The three main rock types, the structure of the Earth and plate tectonics

Week 2: Horizontal deformations, vertical movements and the formation of mountains and basins

Week 3: Climate and how siliciclastic sediments are produced and transported

Week 4: Deposition in the marine domain

Week 5: Hydrocarbon geology

Week 6: Geology of geothermal energy

Weeks 7 & 8:Round-up

Auto Summary

"Geoscience: the Earth and its Resources" offers an engaging entry point into the realm of modern Earth Sciences, specifically tailored for those interested in the geological aspects of hydrocarbons, hydrogeology, and geothermal energy. This foundational course, provided by edX, spans 30 hours, making it a comprehensive yet manageable commitment for learners. Ideal for science and engineering enthusiasts, the course delivers essential knowledge and practical applications in a format accessible to beginners. Flexible subscription options, including Professional and Starter plans, ensure that you can choose the level of access that best fits your learning needs. Join now to explore the dynamic field of geoscience and understand the Earth's vital resources.