Practical training in Geosciences and Energy Resources (GEO360)

In this course, learning takes place in a professional environment outside the university, for example in a petroleum, mining, construction, or environmental institution or as part of a larger project. The aim of the course is to give students practical experience, and the opportunity to gain experience with academic issues during the internship period.


Course description for study year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.

Facts

Course code

GEO360

Version

1

Credits (ECTS)

10

Semester tution start

Autumn

Number of semesters

1

Exam semester

Autumn

Language of instruction

Norwegian

Note

Course does not start before autumn 2027

Content

NB! This is an elective course and may be cancelled if fewer than 10 students are enrolled by August 20th for the autumn semester/January 20th for the spring semester.

The student must find a suitable workplace. In collaboration with the student, the workplace, and the lecturer, a contract and a work plan will be established for how the internship will take place. The assessment is made on the basis of a report from the student and a presentation. The report shall contain a discussion of specified issues related to the practice, as well as documentation of work performed and signed timesheets.

The internship course is normally completed in the autumn semester.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

K1 - Has insight into selected topics and issues and into the practical challenges of working life.

K2 - Can account for tasks and working methods in the company or competition.

Skills:

S1 - Ability to carry out a professional collaboration, as well as specialization in certain topics and present them in a convincing way.

S2 - Can familiarize himself with assigned tasks and solve them

General competence:

G-1 Can reflect on own knowledge and learning, and reflect on own role in collaboration with others.

G-2 Is adaptable to demands made in working life

Required prerequisite knowledge

GEO100 Earth, Energy and Climate, GEO110 Sedimentology and Stratigraphy, GEO210 Structural Geology
The student must have passed at least 90 ECTS in approved education.

Exam

Report and oral presentation

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Report 1/2 Passed / Not Passed
Oral presentation 1/2 Passed / Not Passed

The student must submit a critically reflective report (incl. signed timesheet) on their practical training. This report is presented to students and teachers at an agreed time and place.The course has a continuous assessment. All parts must be passed to obtain a final grade in the course.NOTE: According to Regulations relating to studies and examinations at the University of Stavanger section 3-10 point 2, a student has 2 attempts in this course, with the opportunity to apply for a 3rd attempt.This is the last year GEO360 is offered and therefore students who fail have no opportunity to take the subject again.

Coursework requirements

Practical training placement must be established before the start of the semester to ensure the student has enough time to work required hours.

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Lisa Jean Watson

Study Program Director:

Lisa Jean Watson

Study Adviser:

Karina Sanni

Head of Department:

Alejandro Escalona Varela

Method of work

Practical and /or theoretical work in external institution under supervision according to agreement/contract.

Course assessment

There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital subject evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.

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