Mineralogy and Crystallography Course
This course equips geologists with essential mineralogy and crystallography knowledge for practical fieldwork and lab analysis. Learners will interpret crystal structures, optical properties, XRD patterns, and microscopic features to identify minerals reliably, understand metamorphic rocks, and make informed decisions in geological surveys and research.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills in mineral identification through crystal structure analysis. Master how symmetry influences habit, cleavage, hardness, density, and optics. Apply XRD, microscopy, and spectroscopy techniques to analyse real samples effectively. Follow clear workflows and decision trees for swift, accurate mineral identification from field to lab.
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Develop skills
- Master crystal optics by connecting symmetry to colour, birefringence, and extinction angles swiftly.
- Develop practical XRD skills to index diffraction peaks, refine unit cells, and verify mineral identities.
- Build confidence in petrographic analysis by interpreting textures, cleavage, and interference colours.
- Apply spectroscopy techniques using IR, Raman, and EPMA-EDS for confirming mineral compositions.
- Design efficient workflows for mineral identification from field collection to laboratory confirmation.
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