GE271 Geology around us

Faculty of Science
Spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
2/1/0. 3 credit(s) (příf plus uk k 1 zk 2 plus 1 > 4). Recommended Type of Completion: z (credit). Other types of completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
doc. RNDr. Rostislav Melichar, Dr. (lecturer)
Mgr. Pavel Pracný, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Pavel Pracný, Ph.D.
Department of Geological Sciences – Earth Sciences Section – Faculty of Science
Contact Person: Ing. Jana Pechmannová
Supplier department: Department of Geological Sciences – Earth Sciences Section – Faculty of Science
Timetable
Mon 16. 2. to Fri 22. 5. Mon 14:00–15:50 Gs2,02012, Mon 16:00–16:50 Gs2,02012
Prerequisites (in Czech)
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Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
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Abstract
The Geology Around Us course introduces students to the basics of practical field geology. The aim is to provide students with the main skills not only for geological field observations, but also for preparation before a trip to the field, or for conducting field teaching and trying everything out practically in the field. The course is also suitable for students of natural science teaching, as a supplement to their own teaching of biology, chemistry and geography.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, students will...
- be able to plan and prepare fieldwork, identify geologically interesting sites and search for relevant information for fieldwork.
- be proficient in field techniques and processing methods appropriate for student work in the field, both for individual and group work.

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to...
- Explain how to make practical measurements and observations of geological phenomena in the field and formulate different types of assignments and questions for them.
- present the results of their project and actively participate in discussion, giving and receiving constructive feedback on the work of their classmates.
Key topics
  • Preliminary outline
  • Preparation for the field
    Geological points of interest around Brno (demonstration area) - identification of interesting sites, sources of information, and preparation.
    Field work: measurements and observations. Field diaries.
    Techniques and methods of processing field observations and forms of output.
  • Field excursions
    Visit to selected sites, detailed investigation of geological phenomena, discussion and analysis of field observations.
  • Independent project
    Selection of a site or topic, fieldwork and data collection, data analysis, and presentation of the outputs.
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
Lectures, practical exercises in methods, field work, independent work on projects, discussions.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2025.
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