Banded Iron Course
Gain expertise in studying Banded Iron Formations from fieldwork to laboratory analysis. Master core and outcrop logging, develop effective sampling and geochemical processes, and connect petrographic, structural, and isotopic data to understand Precambrian environments and mineral deposits, preparing you for professional geological work.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a practical guide to mastering Precambrian Banded Iron Formations, covering field identification, core logging, sampling strategies, data handling, and integration of petrography, geochemistry, isotopes, and structures for interpreting ancient settings and creating detailed reports.
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Develop skills
- Design BIF research projects with clear goals, sampling strategies, and quality checks.
- Log BIF features in the field and cores, noting bands, structures, and alterations.
- Combine petrographic and geochemical data, including REE patterns and iron isotopes.
- Use key lab techniques like XRF, ICP-MS, XRD, and isotope analysis for BIF studies.
- Interpret BIFs within Precambrian settings, linking to redox changes, ocean chemistry, and Great Oxidation Event.
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