Description
Common Rocks, Minerals and Ores is a short (non-certification) course and reference for beginners in geology and mineral exploration and for others who require the basics of rock and mineral identification. It provides participants with a means of practicing identification and classification of common rocks and minerals in the field. The course is enhanced by integration with the Dictionary of Mining, Mineral and Related Terms.
Authors
- Dr. Glenn B. Stracher
| Duration: | 1 Hour |
| Access: | 90 Days |
| Category: | Mining |
| Level: | Introduce |
| Version Date: | January 7, 2011 |
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Objectives
Content
The course consists of 12 sessions and two short reviews (quizzes) covering Rock-Forming Minerals, Ores of Metals, Useful Minerals, Igneous Rocks, Sedimentary Rocks, Metamorphic Rocks and a large section on Strategic and Industrial Ore Minerals, extensively illustrated with images of samples. Each mineral or rock is represented by an image, distinguishing features and a dictionary description.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify common rocks and minerals in the field.
- Identify the ores of strategic and industrial minerals.
Recommended Background
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An appreciation of basic geologic principles.
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