The Earth in My Pocket: an Introduction to Geology
Get an introduction to geology. Discover where materials that make up everyday objects come from and how to use them sustainably.
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What You'll Learn in This Course
Master key concepts and practical skills through structured learning modules. By completing this curriculum, you'll gain valuable expertise applicable to real-world scenarios.
Learning Outcome 1
Everything we use that has not been grown either contains or relies on materials that have been sourced by a geologist.
Learning Outcome 2
On this online course, you will discover the link between volcanoes and your mobile phone, or why tiny marine wildlife is at the core of the plastics industry.
Learning Outcome 3
You will explore basic geological processes, focusing on how, where and why different rocks and natural resources form across the Earth.
Learning Outcome 4
You will also look at some of the environmental and sustainability considerations that geologists need to take into account when extracting and processing these resources.
Skills You'll Develop
This comprehensive The Earth in My Pocket: an Introduction to Geology curriculum is designed to take you from foundational concepts to advanced implementation. Each module builds upon the previous, ensuring a structured learning path that maximizes knowledge retention and practical application.
Course Requirements & Target Audience
Understand what you need to succeed in this course and determine if it's the right fit for your learning goals
Prerequisites & Requirements
What you need before starting this The Earth in My Pocket: an Introduction to Geology course:
- No specific prerequisites required
- Just bring your enthusiasm to learn!
Beginner-Friendly Course!
This course is designed for absolute beginners. No prior knowledge needed.
Who This Course Is For
This course is perfect for:
- Motivated learners at any level
- Self-paced students
- Anyone interested in the subject
This course might not be suitable if:
- • You're looking for a quick tutorial rather than comprehensive learning
- • You prefer learning without structured curriculum
- • You need highly specialized or niche content
Course Information & Details
Everything you need to know about this online course, from duration to certification
Course Instructor
Some methods of mitigating environmental issues
Expert instructor with industry experience
Subject Category
Nature & Environment, Science, Engineering & Maths, Earth Science
Part of our Nature & Environment, Science, Engineering & Maths, Earth Science curriculum
Course Language
English
All materials in English
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What's Included
- Identifying igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks
- The rock cycle
- Plate tectonics
- Sources of metals and some of their uses in everyday life
- The origins, exploration and uses of oil
- Environmental impacts of using the Earth’s resources
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