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Euro-AgesLearning Outcome CategoriesQualificaitonCriterionUnderlying Basis• Understanding of the natural sciences (Physics, Chemistry,1Mathematics) underlying the study of Geology• Understanding of the essential features, processes, materials, history and 1the development of the earth and life• Understanding of the key aspects and concepts of geology, including 1some at the forefront of that discipline• Understanding of the common terminology and nomenclature and the 1use of bibliography in Geosciences• Awareness of the wider spectrum of geological disciplines 1, 4, 5• Awareness and understanding of the temporal and spatial dimensions 1, 2in earth processes• Awareness of the applications and responsibilities of Geology and its 3, 4, 5role in society including its environmental aspects• Awareness of major geological paradigms, the extent of geological time 1, 5and Plate Tectonics• Understanding of the complex nature of interactions within the1, 2, 3, 5geosphere• Understanding of other disciplines relevant to geology 1, 3, 5• Knowledge of a chosen specialization 1, 2, 4, 5, 6Analysis, Design and Implementation• Creation of geological models 2• Understanding of the complexity of geological problems and the2feasibility of their solution• Understanding the need of a rational use of earth resources 2, 3, 4, 5• Formalization and specification of problems whose solution involves 2the use of geological methods• Awareness of appropriate solution patterns for geological problems 2, 3, 5• Description of a solution at an abstract level 2, 3• Awareness of the range of applications of Geology 1, 2, 5• Integration of field and laboratory evidence with theory following the 1, 2, 3, 5sequence from observation to recognition, synthesis and modelling• Awareness of issues concerning sample selection, accuracy, precision 1, 2, 3, 4, 5and uncertainty during collection, recording and analysis of data in thefield and laboratory• Formulation and testing of hypotheses 2, 3, 4, 5Technological, Methodological and Transferable Skills• Familiarization with new geological methods and technologies 1, 2, 5• Selection and use of relevant analytic and modelling methods 1, 2• Application of appropriate technology and use of relevant methods 1, 2, 5, 6• Use of quantitative methods and their application to geologicalproblems1, 2, 520 European Geologist 30
• Independent analysis of earth materials in the field and laboratory 1, 2, 3, 4, 6and description, processing, documenting and reporting of results• Undertaking field and laboratory investigations in a responsible and 1, 2, 4, 6safe manner, paying due attention to risk assessment, rights ofaccess, relevant health and safety regulations, and sensitivity to theimpact of investigations on the environment and stakeholders• Combining theory and practice to complete geological tasks 1, 2, 3• Undertaking literature searches, and using data bases and other 1, 2, 3sources of information• Receiving and responding to a variety of information sources (e.g. 1, 2, 3, 4textual, numerical, verbal, graphical)• Conducting appropriate experiments, analysis, interpretation of dataand drawing conclusions1, 2, 3, 4, 5,6• Awareness of relevant state-of-the-art technologies and their2, 4, 5application• Solving numerical problems using computer and non-computer 1, 2, 3based techniques• Application of information technology to geological science 1, 2• Use of spreadsheet and word-processing software 1, 2, 3Euro-AgesOther Professional Skills• Completion of assigned tasks in a range of technical, economical and 3, 4, 5social contexts• Learning and studying including effective time management and 1, 2, 4, 5flexibility• Awareness of the concept of professionalism and professional ethics 4• Consideration of the economic, social, environmental and legal4, 5conditions expected in professional practice• Project management and business practices and understanding of their 4, 5, 6limitations• Working effectively as an individual and as a member of a team 4, 5, 6• Recognition of the need for, and engagement in self-managed and lifelong5learning• Organization of their own work independently 1, 2, 4, 5, 6• Formulating an acceptable problem solution using geological methods 3, 4, 5, 6in a cost-effective and time-efficient way• Estimating and measuring costs and productivity 2, 3, 5• Communicating effectively in written and verbal form with colleagues, 3, 4other professionals, customers and the general public about substantiveissues and problems related to their chosen specialisation• Preparing, processing, interpreting and presenting data, usingappropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques and packages3, 4, 5Table 2. (pp 20 & 21) Learning Outcome categories mapped onto professional qualification criteriaEuropean Geologist 3021
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