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Available courses

HYDROGEOLOGY FOR PG STUDENTS

This Hydrogeology course provides an in-depth understanding of the occurrence, distribution, movement, and quality of groundwater in the Earth’s crust. It explores the interactions between geological formations and groundwater systems, focusing on the physical and chemical properties of groundwater, aquifers, groundwater flow, and contamination issues. The course integrates theoretical concepts with practical applications in water resource management and environmental protection.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand the basic principles of hydrogeology, including groundwater flow and aquifer properties.
  2. Analyze the geological factors that influence groundwater occurrence and movement.
  3. Apply hydrogeological methods for groundwater exploration, monitoring, and management.
  4. Assess groundwater quality and contamination risks.
  5. Use mathematical models to predict groundwater behavior in various environmental settings.
  6. Evaluate groundwater resources in the context of environmental sustainability and climate change impacts.

Coal Geology for PG Students

This course on "Coal Geology" provides a comprehensive understanding of the formation, exploration, classification, and utilization of coal. Designed for students and professionals in geology, mining, and environmental sciences, the course covers both the scientific and practical aspects of coal geology.

Students will explore the origin of coal, from peat accumulation in ancient environments to its transformation into different coal types through geological processes. The course will delve into the physical and chemical properties of coal, methods of coal exploration, and the major coal-bearing formations around the world.

Key topics include:

Formation of Coal: Understanding the conditions necessary for coal formation, including peat formation, coalification processes, and types of coal.
Coal Classification: Learn about coal rank, grade, and types based on geological age and carbon content.
Coal Exploration and Mining: Introduction to techniques for locating coal deposits, including geological surveys and drilling, and the various methods of mining (surface and underground).
Economic and Environmental Aspects: Insights into coal’s role in energy production, its economic importance, and the environmental impact of coal mining and usage, including coal's role in climate change.
Global Coal Resources: Overview of significant coal reserves worldwide and their geological distribution.
Technological Advances: Discuss advancements in clean coal technologies, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and sustainable mining practices.

By the end of this course, students will have the skills to analyze coal deposits, understand their economic viability, and assess environmental considerations in coal mining and usage. The course is essential for those interested in the role of coal in the energy sector, sustainable mining, and addressing the environmental challenges of fossil fuel use.

Learning Outcomes:
Explain the geological processes that lead to coal formation.
Classify different types of coal based on their properties and geological origins.
Identify methods used in coal exploration and mining.
Assess the economic value of coal deposits and their global distribution.
Understand the environmental impact of coal extraction and use, and explore mitigation strategies.
Examine the future of coal in energy production, considering technological advancements and environmental regulations.

This course is suitable for undergraduates, postgraduates, and professionals in geology, mining, energy, and environmental studies.

RANCHI UNIVERSITY GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT