Mineralogy and Crystallography Course
This course builds expertise in mineralogy and crystallography for geology applications. Participants learn to analyze crystal structures, optical properties, XRD patterns, and microscopic features to identify minerals reliably, interpret metamorphic rocks, and make informed field and lab decisions. Practical techniques ensure quick and precise mineral identification from samples.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to identify minerals using crystal structure methods. Explore how symmetry influences habit, cleavage, hardness, density, and optics. Master XRD, microscopy, and spectroscopy for accurate sample analysis with efficient workflows and decision tools.
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Develop skills
- Master crystal optics by connecting symmetry to color, birefringence, and extinction.
- Apply practical XRD techniques to index peaks, refine cells, and verify minerals.
- Develop petrographic skills to interpret texture, cleavage, and interference colors.
- Use spectroscopy tools like IR, Raman, and EPMA-EDS for mineral verification.
- Design efficient workflows for field-to-lab mineral identification in metamorphic studies.
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