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PETROL 7000 - Petroleum Geoscience (B)

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014

PETROL 7000 & 7001 present an integrated program of modules that provide a thorough grounding in the many facets of petroleum geoscience. Much of the teaching material is based on data and case studies from the petroleum industry. These courses include core modules in: Petroleum Systems and Basin Analysis; Sedimentology; Stratigraphy; Structural Geology and Geomechanics; Geophysics; Well Site Operations; Reservoirs, Seals and Pay; and Reservoir Characterisation. The content taught within this Petroleum Geoscience coursework program is integrated through the `Practical Petroleum Systems Analysis' Fieldtrip. Depending on the nature of previous studies and experience, students may be granted some exemptions, required or permitted to substitute alternative studies for some topics, or required to take additional studies. For further details of the program see www.asp.adelaide.edu.au Note: PETROL 7000 & 7001 cannot be taken separately

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  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code PETROL 7000
    Course Petroleum Geoscience (B)
    Coordinating Unit Australian School of Petroleum & Energy Resources
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 6
    Corequisites PETROL 7001
    Assessment A combination of practical exercises, assignments, in class tests, exams, oral presentations, written reports.
    Course Staff
    Course Coordinator: Dr Kathryn Amos
    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of PETROL 7000 & 7001, students will:

    1) Have specialised knowledge in petroleum geology, through their sound understanding of the disciplines that relate to this field, including sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology and geomechanics, petroleum systems and basin analysis, field observation, wireline logging techniques, seismic acquisition and processing, and seismic interpretation.

    2) Have advanced and integrated understanding of the core geosciences disciplines as they relate to petroleum systems. This includes sound and advanced knowledge within the fields of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology and geomechanics, geophysics, petroleum systems and basin analysis, and field observation, and the integration of these for the purposes of hydrocarbon exploration and production.

    3) Be able to independently analyse critically, reflect on and synthesise complex information in order to interpret data from ancient sedimentary successions and apply this to solving problems pertinent to the oil and gas industry.

    4) Be able to work well independently and as part of a team, and to communicate their knowledge and understanding to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.

    These learning outcomes meet the AQF criteria for program level XI and address the University’s Graduate Attributes as presented in the following table.
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1
    The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2
    An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2, 3
    Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 4
    A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2
    A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. All
    A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 4
    An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 4
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    This course involves a series of modules on different topics, each taught by an expert in the field as an intensive-format course. The current timetable is available online from the Australian School of Petroleum web pages (linked from this page http://www.asp.adelaide.edu.au/degrees/bsc-geo/coursework/).
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    Students are expected to attend class on most days of the semester, from Mon-Friday. Most classes start at 9.30am and run until mid-late afternoon. Activities include lectures, practical exercises, independent projects and group work. Coursework activities to be completed outside of class time are a part of the expected student workload within this course.
    Learning Activities Summary
    The modules covered within this course include:

    - Petroleum Systems,
    - Exploration Management
    - Sedimentology: Depositional Environments, Carbonates, Petrology and Diagenesis
    - Wellsite Operations; Wireline Logging and log interpretation, Drilling
    - Intro to Petroleum Engineering
    - Seismic Acquisition and Processing
    - Seismic Interpretation
    - Subsurface Mapping
    - Stratigraphy: Sequence Stratigraphy, Biostratigraphy, Log Correlation, Reservoir Modelling
    - Structural Geology and Geomechanics
    - Unconventional Resources
    - Amadeus Basin Fieldtrip
    - Workshops in CV and Interview Skills, Presentation Skills, Writing Skills.

    Further details of the content of these courses can be found here: http://www.asp.adelaide.edu.au/degrees/bsc-geo/coursework/
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    The overall mark for this course is comprised of a weighted-average based on the differing durations of the component modules. The weighting of these is provided to enrolled students.
    Assessment Detail
    Assessment for this course includes exams, coursework, and individual and group presentations. Exams are scheduled so that some take place within semester and some at the end of semester. Coursework exercises include activities such as writing up field trip reports, submitting a core log interpretation after spending a day at the core store, working on a digital seismic interpretation using industry-standard software, submitting notes from in-class practical exercises etc.

    Details of the assessment component for each individual module are provided here: http://www.asp.adelaide.edu.au/degrees/bsc-geo/coursework
    Submission
    Submission will vary according to the assessment item itself, such as submission of hard copy materials, electronic submission via MyUni or email, or the submission of a digital project via USB, disc or a university server. Clear instructions are provided well in advance of each submission deadline.
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

  • Student Feedback

    The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

    SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

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  • Policies & Guidelines

    This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.

  • Fraud Awareness

    Students are reminded that in order to maintain the academic integrity of all programs and courses, the university has a zero-tolerance approach to students offering money or significant value goods or services to any staff member who is involved in their teaching or assessment. Students offering lecturers or tutors or professional staff anything more than a small token of appreciation is totally unacceptable, in any circumstances. Staff members are obliged to report all such incidents to their supervisor/manager, who will refer them for action under the university's student’s disciplinary procedures.

The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
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