Duration
Geomatics : 15h Th, 15h Pr
Géology : 15h Th, 10h Pr
Geology, practical mapping work : 5h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor in geography : general | 7 crédits | |||
| Bachelor in geology | 7 crédits |
Lecturer
Geomatics : Roland Billen
Géology : Frédéric Hatert
Geology, practical mapping work : Frédéric Hatert
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Geomatics
The course introduces the different aspects of geomatics (or the science of geographic information)
- Introduction to positional astronomy, geodesy and map projections
- Introduction to geographic information systems and cartographic representation
- Introduction to geographic data acquisition techniques: GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System), topography, remote sensing, etc.
- Introduction to geo-visualisation and the processing of digital geographic data
Géology
1. Internal structure and the formation of the Earth.
2. Plate tectonics and the geological cycle.
3. Minerals.
4. Sedimentary rocks.
5. Magmatic and metamorphic rocks.
6. Fossils and stratigraphy.
7. Tectonics and geological mapping.
8. Geology of Belgium.
9. Geological resources.
Geology, practical mapping work
This lecture concerns a practical training to geological mapping (2h)
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Geomatics
At the end of the course, the student will be able to
- handling numerical geographical data in a simple way
- understand the great principles of corrdinate reference systems
- get the grasp on data acquisition modes and their usability
Géology
The aim of this course is to introduce the students to Geology: how was the Earth formed, which are the geologic materials taht it contains, how to understand his history, which mineral resources are available.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Geomatics
Basic knowledge of geography, mathematics, physics and computer science
Géology
Basic knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, biology, and physics (level end of secondary school).
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Geomatics
The course consists of theoretical sessions covering the themes set out in the "content" section. These ex-cathedra theory sessions are supplemented by demonstrations and experiments.
The course also includes exercise sessions in the classroom or in the field. In the classroom, students will learn how to manipulate maps, produce photogrammetric orientations and use basic geographic information systems (QGIS). In the field, students will learn about pitch calibration and topographic techniques (square and prism surveys, levelling).
Géology
Practicals: identification of rocks and minerals, geolgical map interpretation, geological resources. 1 day of field-trip is organized.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Geomatics
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
Face-to-face and on the field
Individual and group exercises
Particpation to practicals is mandatory. It is required to be able to present exam.
Géology
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
Face-to-face and on the field
Some chapters may be managed via podcasts.
Individual and group exercises
Participation to practicals is mandatory.
No inscription required for practicals
Geology, practical mapping work
Praticals are mandatory
Recommended or required readings
Geomatics
Lecture notes (PDF) availbable on eCampus (see tab "Supports de cours").
Géology
Lecture notes (PDF) on MyULiège (see links below) and on ECampus
Suggested reading : BOULVAIN, F. (2013). Géologie générale. Du minéral aux géosphères. Technosup, éditions Ellipses, Paris.
Geomatics
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire )
Continuous assessment
Géology
Theory : MCQ (80%)
Practice : exercises evaluated along the year (20%)
No partial dispense for practicals.
Reminder: Presence at the practicals and at the partial evaluations are mandatory to be allowed to present the theoretical examinations.
Work placement(s)
Geomatics
No work placement
Géology
One day of field-trip is organized.
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Geomatics
REQUIRED equipment for the first practical session: ruler in mm (40 cm length); square-protractor (base 15 cm minimum); mechanical pencil (or sharp pencil); rubber; calculator (with trigonometric functions), A4 paper bloc.
The software used for other practical sessions are all open source software that students can download at home if they wish. Practical exercises are however only realized on the university's computers, not on students' laptops.
Géology
Laptops, tablets and mobile phones forbidden.
Contacts
Geomatics
Geomatics Unit, B5a
Agora, 19 Allée du 6 Août, 4000 Liège (building B5a)Professor
Roland BILLEN rbillen@uliege.be
Assistant : Thomas Dethinne tdethinne@uliege.be
Assistant : Caneren Gul caneren.gul@uliege.be
Géology
Professor Frédéric HATERT
Laboratoire de Minéralogie B18
04/366.21.43
fhatert@ulg.ac.be
Assistant Martin Depret
04/366.22.28
Martin.Depret@uliege.be
Geology, practical mapping work
Professor F Hatert: fhatert@uliege.be
Assistant Y Bruni: yannick.bruni@uliege.be
Association of one or more MOOCs
Items online
TP1 - Minerals
TP1 - Minerals
TP2-Rocks
TP2-Rocks
TP3-Cartography
TP3-Cartography
Geomatics
Introduction to Earth sciences - partim: Geomatics
PDF files of the slides presented during the oral course.
Statements and exercises solutions
Géology
Geology course-1
Geology course-1
Geology Part VI
Geology Part VI
Geology-part II
Geology-part II
Geology-part III
Geology-Part III
Geology Part V
Geology Part V
Geology Part-IV
Geology-Part IV
TP1 - Minerals
TP1 - Minerals
TP2-Rocks
TP2-Rocks
TP3-Cartography
TP3-Cartography