Field Geology (ERTH2050)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
9 Field Work hours
2 Tutorial hours
Incompatible
GM210 or 260 or 270
Prerequisite
ERTH1000 or 1001 or GM145 or 150 or 151
Restricted
Permission of course coordinator required if enrolling in sem 2.
Assessment methods
Field exercises (results not available until beginning of following semester)
Course enquiries
Professor Jonathan Aitchison (Semester 1, Regular, St Lucia, In person)
Professor Jonathan Aitchison (jona@uq.edu.au)
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Introduction of geological mapping, map interpretation & field techniques. Field recognition & analysis of structural, stratigraphic & sedimentological features. Regional synthesis of field data. Course conducted as tutorials & 2-week field trip during the July inter-semester break. Additional fee payable.
