Sedimentary Basins: Processes and Evolution and Laboratory
A.Y. 2025/2026
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 in hydrocarbon research.
Expected learning outcomes
Ability to understanding of the processes that control the development of sedimentary basins, improving the competence in interpreting the georesource potential (in terms of hydrocarbons) of sedimentary successions. Knowledge and understanding in the interpretation of the evolution of sedimentary basins and oil potential. Interpretation of seismic profiles and of the thermal history of a sedimentary succession.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
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 Laboratory" and "Stratigraphy and Laboratory". 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)
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 and practical activities. The exam specifically includes a comment/interpretation of a seismic profile to verify the practical skills acquired during the practical activities.
GEO/02 - STRATIGRAPHY AND SEDIMENTOLOGY - University credits: 9
Practicals: 36 hours
Lessons: 48 hours
Lessons: 48 hours
Professor:
Berra Fabrizio
Professor(s)