The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR

Department of Geology 2020-2021

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<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II CORE: CREDIT 4
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : <<Paper1 Mineral Science >> HOURS 60

OBJECTIVES: The course will develop an understanding of the science of minerals. Crystal structures, mineral
chemistry, physical and optical properties of minerals are also covered under this course.

COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Crystallography: Geometric operations to understand symmetry elements, 32 classes and

Hermann-Mauguin notations. Structure type, Polymorphism, polytypism, Pseudomorphism,
UNIT-I Mineraloids, Structural defects, Twining. 15 hrs.

Mineralogy: Crystal chemistry: Atoms, ions, elements, bonding, radius ratio; coordination umber,
UNIT-II Pauling rules, Soild solution series, exsolution. Oxide group, Carbonate Group. 15 hrs.
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Silicate Structure and major silicate group. Nesosilicate: Olivine, Garnet, Al silicate; Sorosilicate:
UNIT-III Epidote; Cyclosilicate: Beryl, Tourmaline, cordierite; Inosilicate: pyroxene and Amphiboles; 15 hrs.
phyllosilicate: Mica group; Tectosilicate: SiO2 group, Feldspar group, Feldspathoid, Zeolite.
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Petrographic microscope, Passage of light through microscope, Relief and Becke’s line,
Extinction, Interference of two rays, Interference colour and their order, Birefringence, Michel-
UNIT-IV 15 hrs.
Levychart, Pleochroism, concept of Uniaxial and biaxial minerals, types of Interference figure in
uniaxial and biaxial minerals, Optical Accessories, Optic sign and Indicatrix figures.

REFERENCES
1. Cornelius Klein and Cornelius S. Hurlbut Jr. Manual of Mineralogy (after James D. Dana) 20 th edition.
2. Nesse William d. Introduction to Optical Mineralogy. Oxford University press 2004.
3. Read H. H. (1966) Rutley’s Elements of Mineralogy 26th Edition, S. K. Jain and CBS Publishers and
distributors. P. 560.
4. Sand, D.E. 1975. An Introduction to crystallography, W A Benjamine Inc., New York.
5. Winchell, N. H. and Winchell, A. N. Elements of Optical Mineralogy, Wiley Eastern, 1968.
 The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR
Department of Geology 2020-2021

<<Address>>, <<Contact details>>, <<e-mail ID>>

<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II CORE: CREDIT 4
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : << PaperII Geomorphology>> HOURS 60

OBJECTIVES: To enables the students to appreciate the landscapes and develop understanding of various
geomorphological processes that are responsible for evolution of the landscapes.

COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Definition, scope and historical development of geomorphology, Fundamental concepts of

geomorphology, Geomorphic agents and processes, Endogenous, Exogenous and extra-terrestrial
processes, Weathering, Types of mechanical and chemical weathering, Mass wasting and
UNIT-I 15 hrs.
gravitative transfer of rocks and sediments,

Soil profile, major soil types and factors affecting soil formation, Concept of morphogenetic
regions, Common landforms in areas comprising horizontal, dipping, folded and faulted rocks,
UNIT-II Types of drainage patterns and their geological significance, Davisian model of cycle of erosion 15 hrs.
and fluvial cycle, Valley profiles, base level and classification of valleys, concept of graded
stream,

Geological work of rivers, wind, glaciers, seas and oceans, Volcanogenic and seismogenic
UNIT-III 15 hrs.
landforms,

Karst topography- essential conditions and landforms, Karst geomorphic cycle, Concept of long
UNIT-IV 15 hrs.
term landscape evolution, Elements of planetary geomorphology.

REFERENCES
1. Bloom A. L. Geomorphology: A Systematic analysis of late Cenozoic landforms. (3rd Ed.)
2. Thornbury, W. D. Principles of Geomorphology. CBS Pub. Delhi.
3. Bloom, A. L. (1978) Geomorphology. Prentice Hall, New York.
4. Leet, L. D. and Judson, S. (1969) Physical Geology.
 The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR
Department of Geology 2020-2021

<<Address>>, <<Contact details>>, <<e-mail ID>>

<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II CORE: CREDIT 2
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : <<lab1 Crystallography>> HOURS 60

OBJECTIVES:
Students will be made acquainted with various crystal models to develop its thorough understanding.

COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Study of crystal model in reference to 32 class. Stereographic projection and Axial

60 hrs.
ratio Calculations.
 The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR
Department of Geology 2020-2021

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<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II CORE: CREDIT 2
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : << Lab2 Mineralogy >> HOURS 60

OBJECTIVES: The course is aimed at to develop understanding of various optical properties of minerals and their
identification.

COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Study of various rock forming minerals in Thin sections

60 hrs.
 The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR
Department of Geology 2020-2021

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<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II GENERIC ELECTIVES: CREDIT 3
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : << Paper I Mineral and Rock Science >> HOURS 45

The course has an aim to introduce the students to the basics of mineralogy and petrology in
OBJECTIVES:
understanding the earth’s lithosphere.
COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Minerals , Basic Properties of Minerals , Internal Structure, Classification of Minerals ,

UNIT-I 15 hrs.
Introduction to Gemology, Mineral in our lives, Economic Significance of Minerals.
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Defination, Primary Classification , Importance of studying rocks, rock cycle ,Origin and primary
UNIT-II 15 hrs.
characteristic of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.
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UNIT-III Field studies of rocks, collection/ sampling, identification, characterization thin section studies. 15 hrs.

REFERENCES
1. Tyrell, G. W. Principles of Petrology, B. I. Publications, 1980, 349p.
2. Allen Spry, Metamorphic textures. Pergamon Press Ltd.
3. Bhaskar Rao B. Metamorphic Petrology. Oxford and IBH Pub., New Delhi, London.
4. Cornelius Klein and Cornelius S. Hurlbut Jr. Manual of Mineralogy (after James D. Dana) 20 th edition.
 The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR
Department of Geology 2020-2021

<<Address>>, <<Contact details>>, <<e-mail ID>>

<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II GENERIC ELECTIVES: CREDIT 3
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : << Paper II Earth Surface Processes >> HOURS 45

OBJECTIVES: The course has an objective to introduce to the student various earth surface processes which are
responsible for the development of the landscapes.

COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Concepts of geomorphology, Geomorphic processes- Endogenous, Exogenous and extra-terrestrial

UNIT-I 15 hrs.
processes, Processes on slopes – landslides and rapid flows,

Drainage patterns, Erosional and depositional landforms formed by river, wind, glaciers and seas
UNIT-II 15 hrs.
and oceans,

Geomorphology of coastlines, Causes and types of Karst landforms, Volcanoes and earthquakes as
UNIT-III 15 hrs.
agents of landform changes

REFERENCES
1. Bloom A. L. Geomorphology: A Systematic analysis of late Cenozoic landforms. (3 rd Ed.)
2. Thornbury, W. D. Principles of Geomorphology. CBS Pub. Delhi.
3. Bloom, A. L. (1978) Geomorphology. Prentice Hall, New York.
4. Leet, L. D. and Judson, S. (1969) Physical Geology.
 The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Faculty of Science, ACADEMIC YEAR
Department of Geology 2020-2021

<<Address>>, <<Contact details>>, <<e-mail ID>>

<< Second Year>> : << First Semester>>

YEAR II GENERIC ELECTIVES: CREDIT 2
Semester I <<Paper Code>> : << Lab I Mineral and Rock Science Lab >> HOURS 60

OBJECTIVES: The course aims to provide understanding of the optical properties of rock forming minerals and basic
microscopic characteristics of various types of rocks.

COURSE CONTENT / SYLLABUS

Study of various rock forming minerals in Thin sections.

60 hrs.
Microscopic study of important igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.