AKTU Mineralogy, Petrology and Stratigraphy (BMN301) Syllabus PDF – B.Tech 2nd Year

Course Objectives

1. Understand physical and chemical properties of minerals, including their classification.
2. Explain the origin and characteristics of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
3. Gain knowledge of paleontology, fossil preservation, and their role in interpreting Earth’s history.
4. Learn principles of stratigraphy and their application in identifying important geological resources in India.
5. Study the processes shaping the Earth’s crust and the distribution of natural resources.

Course Outcomes

1. Classify common silicate, sulphide, and oxide minerals.
2. Differentiate between rock types based on their formation and textures.
3. Understand sedimentation, metamorphism, and their significance in the rock cycle.
4. Interpret fossil records to analyze geologic time and environmental changes.
5. Apply stratigraphic principles to recognize rock formations and resources in different settings, especially in India.
6. Build a foundation for advanced studies in geology and resource exploration.

UNIT I (08 Lecture)

Minerals: Physical and chemical properties; Crystal, crystal classes and systems; Classification of minerals and properties of common silicate minerals (Quartz, Feldspar, Pyroxene, Amphibole, Garnet, Olivine, Mica), sulphides (Pyrite, Chalcopyrite, Galena, Sphalerite) and oxides (Haematite, Magnetite, Chromite, Pyrolusite, Psilomelane). UNIT II (08 Lecture) Igneous rocks: Magma and lava, extrusive and intrusive forms, textures; Classification and description of some common igneous rocks (Granite, Dolerite, gabbro, Basalt, Rhyolite, Pegmatite).

UNIT III (08 Lecture)

Sedimentary rocks: Sedimentation processes; Classification and description of some common sedimentary rocks (Conglomerate, Sandstone, Shale, Limestone). UNIT IV (08 Lecture) Metamorphic rocks: Processes of metamorphism, textures and structures of metamorphic rocks;

Classification and description of some common metamorphic rocks (Slate, Phyllite, Schist, Gneiss, Quartzite, Marble). UNIT V (08 Lecture) Paleontology and Stratigraphy: Concepts of palaeontology; Fossils, their mode of preservation and significance as indices of age and climate; Concept of index fossils. Principles of stratigraphy; Broad stratigraphic subdivisions and associated rock types of important ore provinces, coal belts and oil fields of India.

Reference Books

1. Parbin Singh-A Text Book of Engineering & General Geology- S.K.Kataria & sons
2. N Chenna Kesavulu- A Text book of Engineering Geology- Macmillan India Ltd.
3. M.T.Maruthesha Reddy- A Text book of Applied Engineering Geology- New Age International Publisher
4. Mukerjee P.K. , A Textbook of Geology, The World Press Pvt.LtD Calcutta.
5. Tyrell G.W.,The Principles of Petrology, B.I.Publications Pvt. Ltd
6. H.H.Read ,Textbook of Minerology Oxford University Press.Delhi