Sedimentary Basins: Processes and Evolution

A.Y. 2025/2026
6
Max ECTS
48
Overall hours
SSD
GEO/02
Language
English
Learning objectives
To train geologists able to understand the geological processes that rule the different types of sedimentary basins, framed in a geodynamic scenario. Provide the tools required to apply the study of sedimentary basins to subsurface management.
Expected learning outcomes
Ability to understand processes that control the development of sedimentary basins, the sediments stored and their properties, as well as the evolution of sedimentary basins and reconstruction of the controlling factors. Interpretation of seismic profiles.
Single course

This course can be attended as a single course.

Course syllabus and organization

Single session

Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Types of sedimentary basins and their classification (framed in the plate tectonic model): morphological and sedimentological features; tectonic factors controlling their development. Present-day examples and from the geological record.
Prerequisites for admission
It is suggested, for a better acquisition of the competences and skills, to have previously attended the courses of "Sedimentology" and "Stratigraphy". Anyway, the course can be attended by all students of the Master's Degree in Earth Sciences
Teaching methods
Class lectures, one-day field trip
Teaching Resources
Busby & Ingersoll: "Tectonics of Sedimentary Basins" Cambridge, MA : Blackwell Science, 1995
Research papers and slides used during the lessons/practical activities (stored in ARIEL)
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam consists of an oral interview to evaluate the competence of the candidate, ragarding general and practical aspects of the concepts discussed during the lessons.
GEO/02 - STRATIGRAPHY AND SEDIMENTOLOGY - University credits: 6
Lessons: 48 hours
Professor: Berra Fabrizio
Professor(s)
Reception:
Monday, 10.30-12.30
Via Mangiagalli 34, II floor