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GEOTHERM 601 : Geothermal Resources and their Use

Postgraduate course

Project description

The course provide an introduction to Geothermal earth science, it is designed to give an overview of geothermal geology, geochemistry and geophysics. This is to ensure that all students learn a basic level of understanding geothermal natural systems starting from volcanology and the events that form these geothermal systems, how these systems are classified and assessed. This is with focus on hands on field skills for the assessment of natural surface features, surface geology, rock properties and alterations. It provides non-earth scientists with appreciation and understanding of geothermal earth science and develop a multi-discipline approach to geothermal energy exploration and development.

Year 2022

Location New Zealand

Organization University of Auckland

Project aims

Project outcome

By the end of this course, students will be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of Geological mapping, the different classifications of geothermal systems and rock properties. (Capability 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) Demonstrate an understanding of hydrothermal minerals and what they tell us about the evolution of a geothermal system. (Capability 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) Develop field skills in geothermal geological mapping and mapping of different types of natural features. (Capability 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) Identify environmental issues related to geothermal exploration, geothermal energy production and the New Zealand RMA. (Capability 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6) Analyse and interpret geochemistry data sets to identify specific geochemical processes taking place in a geothermal reservoir (Capability 1, 2 and 3) Demonstrate an understanding of the different geophysical methods available during geothermal exploration (Capability 1, 2, 3 and 4)