Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Imagine, design, carry out and implement projects and solutions to address a complex problem in the fields of geology and mining engineering by integrating needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Identify complex problems to be solved and formulate the specifications by integrating client needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Based on experiments in the laboratory, in the field, and of modelling, design one or more projects or solutions addressing the problem raised; evaluate them in light of various parameters listed in the specifications.
• Implement a selected solution in the form of a drawing, a pattern, a plan, a model, a prototype, software and/or a digital model.
• Mobilise a structured set of scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out geology and mining engineering missions, using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge, models, methods and techniques relating to geology, applied mineralogy, applied petrography, hydrogeology and the study of flows underground, applied geophysics, geology with information technology, geostatistics, research and the evaluation of deposits of mineral and energy materials, rock mechanics and rock masses related to mining engineering, planning and exploitation of mineral and energy resources, development of minerals and waste, characterisation, management and treatment of polluted sites, natural hazards and environmental problems.
• Analyse and model a problem by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches (modelling, calculations), and taking into account multidisciplinary aspects.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of methods and new and emerging technologies in the fields of mining engineering and geology.
• Assess the validity of models and results in view of the state of science and characteristics of the problem.
• Plan, manage and lead projects in view of their objectives, resources and constraints, ensuring the quality of activities and deliverables.
• Define and align the project in view of its objectives, resources and constraints.
• Adopt a professional and responsible approach, showing an open and critical mind in an independent professional development process.
• Analyse their personal functioning and adapt their professional attitudes.
• Finalise a realistic career plan in line with the realities in the field and their profile (aspirations, strengths, weaknesses, etc.).

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of this course, students will be able to: - understand and discuss the concepts related to aquifers and groundwater resources; - perform and interpret conventional tests to characterize and exploit aquifers; - implement numerical models to simulate groundwater flow and solute transport; - conduct water supply projects.

Content of UE

Water cycle and water balance at the scale of the catchment; geological definition of aquifers; hydrogeological definition of aquifers; characterization of aquifers; general equation of groundwater flow; solute transport equation; groundwater chemistry; modelling of groundwater flow and solute transport.

Prior Experience

general geology and general hydraulics concepts; solving differential equations by finite difference or finite element methods

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• Presentation and/or works
• Oral examination

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable