Basics of geology Field of study: Environmental Hazard Engineering
Programme code: W2-S1IZ19.2025

Module name: Basics of geology
Module code: W2-IZ-S1-004
Programme code: W2-S1IZ19.2025
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 6
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Fundamentals of Geology module discusses the structure and evolution of the Earth. Endogenous and exogenous processes are presented and characterized, taking into account their course, effects, i.e. rocks and sediments, and geomorphological forms. Natural conditions for individual geological processes are indicated, as well as their interrelationships. The acquired knowledge can be the basis for forecasting the course of processes, including natural disasters with a geological basis, and predicting the consequences of geological events on a regional as well as global scale. Curriculum content of the module: Structure and evolution of the Earth. Endogenous processes: Tectonics of the lithosphere plates. Earthquakes. Orogenic movements. Tectonic structures. Magma processes. The origin and evolution of magma. Rock-forming minerals of magmatic rocks. Classification and overview of magmatic rocks. Metamorphic processes. Rock-forming minerals of metamorphic rocks. Classification and systematic review of metamorphic rocks. Exogenic processes: Weathering. Surface mass movements. Sedimentary environments. Rock-forming minerals of sedimentary rocks. Characteristics of sedimentary rocks: genesis, classification and systematic review. Methods of determining the age of rocks and minerals. Geologic time scale - major events in the history of the lithosphere (paleogeographic changes, orogenic cycles) and biosphere.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
understands the need to constantly expand his knowledge. is able to manage his own time for self-education in an organized manner [K1]
 K01 [3/5]
can use professional geological terminology and explain mechanisms and effects of geological processes. can recognize rock-forming minerals and basic types of rocks, and interpret the conditions of their formation [U1]
 U01 [4/5] U02 [2/5] U05 [1/5] U08 [2/5]
has knowledge of the structure and evolution of the Earth knows and understands the conditions, genesis, forms and mechanisms of endo- and exogenous processes of the Earth has knowledge of the basic methods of dating minerals and rocks - acquires basic information on forecasting natural disasters with a geological background and predicting the effects of geological events on a regional and global scale [W1]
 W01 [4/5] W02 [2/5] W03 [1/5] W05 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-IZ-S1-004_fs_1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Exhibition [c01] 
Audio playback / audio drama [c03] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		exam K1 U1 W1
laboratory classes [W2-IZ-S1-004_fs_2] 36 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work K1 U1 W1
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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