Official NUC CCMAS syllabus

GEY 212 — Introduction to Geological Field Mapping

GEY department course · Nigerian universities

What you'll be able to do (official learning outcomes)

• use simple geological equipment in the field
• prepare a base MA observe and record field geology data
• prepare and interpret geological maps; and Sciences 286 New
• write geological reports

Course contents

Training on the usage of compass-clinometer and other geological mapping instruments. Field measurement of distance, strike (bearing) and dip. Concept of scale. Usage of topographic and geological maps and interpretation; identification of rock types, minerals and geologic structures and description.

Source: the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS). StudyOps loads this syllabus automatically when you study GEY 212.

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