705-FS2025-0-History of the Earth





Root number 705
Semester FS2025
Type of course Lecture
Allocation to subject Earth Sciences
Type of exam Presentation
Title History of the Earth
Description Students will learn about geological history from the time of Earth’s formation to the present day. Particular focus will be on the co-evolution and interaction of life and the planet/solid Earth. Students will be introduced to methods by which geological history is assessed. Students will gain experience in the critical evaluation of geological and geochemical evidence for events, processes, and conditions that occurred over Earth’s history. Previous knowledge regarding plate tectonics, mineralogy, and geochemistry is an advantage. Students will be assessed through a group presentation of a poster from a selection of topics relevant to Earth’s history (in English or German), as well as three smaller assessments during the course. The course will be taught primarily in English.
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Lecturers Prof. Dr. Anna Lee HarrisonInstitute of Geological Sciences 
Prof. Dr. Katrina KremerInstitute of Geological Sciences 
Dr. Francesca PiccoliInstitute of Geological Sciences 
ECTS 2
Recognition as optional course possible Yes
Grading 1 to 6
 
Dates Friday 13:15-15:00 Weekly
Friday 6/6/2025 13:15-15:00
 
Rooms Haller-Auditorium 248, Geologie, Bal 1
 
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