Small project: E-learning unit “Hard Rocks” in applied minerology

The thematically linked lecture courses “Rohstoffe der Erde” [Raw materials of the earth] (Bachelor’s level) and “Applied Mineralogy and environmental aspects I & II” (Master’s level) require a level-appropriate distribution of learning content at Bachelor’s and Master’s degree levels. If students take both courses a direct continuation and extension of thematic content would be possible. In practice, however, because of the demands of differing degree programmes part of the material must be repeated in the Master’s degree courses. The goal of the Master’s course, though, is to illustrate aspects of applied minerology and geology using real examples and to shed light on the connected environmental aspects. It also makes students aware of the technical and scientific significance of the subject in industrial and economic decision-making.