ESC-40041 - Module Specification
School of Geography, Geology and the Environment
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2021/22

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2021/22

This module investigates the techniques, practices, workflows and geological data used by the hydrocarbons industry for the exploration and appraisal of economic reserves of hydrocarbons. The module equips students with the vocabulary, knowledge and technical expertise to pursue a career as an exploration geologist within the oil industry.

The module designed to equip students with the knowledge and critical understanding of the geological techniques and workflow employed by oil companies in the exploration for, exploitation of, and production of hydrocarbons. It will equip the students with the vocabulary and technical skills to pursue a career as an exploration geologist with major oil companies.

Intended Learning Outcomes

describe in detail and critically assess the various geological components that contribute to successful exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons. will be achieved by assessments: 1,2 and 3
describe in detail and critically assess the geological elements required to identify a prospect in frontier exploration. will be achieved by assessments: 1,2
describe and apply appropriately geological techniques for the appraisal and development of discoveries, including the methods for assessing risk and return. will be achieved by assessments: 1
describe to a technical level the techniques and practices involved in drilling and production of hydrocarbons. will be achieved by assessments: 2 and 3
work successfully in a small asset team to develop and assess a hydrocarbon prospect and to make drilling recommendations. will be achieved by assessments: 1
present technical findings, recommendations and potential risks to a 'management team' to the standard and in the style required by hydrocarbon exploration companies. will be achieved by assessments: 1 and 3
demonstrate a clear technical expertise and the vocabulary required to pursue a career as a exploration geologist with major oil exploration companies. will be achieved by assessments: 1,2 and 3
integrate lines of evidence from a wide range of sources, including published descriptions, industry-specific data types, and fieldwork, to interpret and develop a prospect, and understand the geological risks involved in its exploitation. will be achieved by assessments: 1

Study hours

20 1-hour lectures
5 3-hour practical classes
5 3-hour group assignment practical classes

50 hours private study
2- hour unseen examination
48 hours assignment work

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment