Graduate Certificate in Stratigraphy Essentials
-- viewing nowThe Graduate Certificate in Stratigraphy Essentials is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with critical skills in stratigraphy, a crucial discipline in the geosciences industry. This program covers fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques in stratigraphy, providing a solid foundation for career advancement.
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• Principles of Stratigraphy: This unit will cover the fundamental concepts and principles of stratigraphy, including the laws of superposition, original horizontality, and lateral continuity.
• Depositional Environments: This unit will focus on the different depositional environments, such as alluvial plains, deltas, and reefs, and how they affect the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossils.
• Fossils and Biostratigraphy: This unit will cover the use of fossils in stratigraphy, including the concepts of index fossils and biostratigraphic zones.
• Sequence Stratigraphy: This unit will explore the concepts and techniques used in sequence stratigraphy, including the identification of sequence boundaries, maximum flooding surfaces, and systems tracts.
• Sedimentology and Petrology: This unit will cover the study of sedimentary rocks and their composition, texture, and structure, including the processes of sediment transport and deposition.
• Geochronology and Age Dating: This unit will focus on the methods and techniques used to determine the age of rocks and fossils, including radiometric dating and isotopic analysis.
• Structural Stratigraphy: This unit will explore the relationship between stratigraphy and structural geology, including the effects of tectonic forces on the arrangement and orientation of sedimentary rocks.
• Stratigraphic Correlation: This unit will cover the techniques and methods used to correlate rocks and stratigraphic sequences across different regions and basins, including the use of biostratigraphic and lithostratigraphic markers.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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