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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The Crystallography and Mineralogy programme is an undergraduate level course that covers basic as well as advanced information related to the subject matter. The programme includes a lot of aspects related to geological science such as structures of minerals, crystallography, opticadl mineralogy, chemical mineralogy, etc. It contains fundamentals as well as descriptive concepts in regards to various topics. Candidates pursuing this course will also gain information on topics such as different types of crystals, forms of crystals, and different theories of crystallography, etc.

Students are expected to attend the Crystallography and Mineralogy certification in online mode. There are no restrictions regarding the timings of the course since it is a self paced course. Students can access the course according to their wishes. The duration of the course is 12 weeks and mentors provide the course materials on a weekly basis once the course starts. Candidates can attend the online sessions or download the sessions and use its printed format to gain information related to it. Candidates can also acquire certificates upon the successful completion of the Crystallography and Mineralogy training by paying the mentioned amount and appearing for the proctored exam.

The Highlights

  • Continuous access to the study material
  • Self paced programme
  • Online learning
  • 12 weeks duration of the course
  • online course
  • No specific timings
  • Certification available

Programme Offerings

  • video lectures
  • Reading Material
  • assignments
  • quizzes
  • tests
  • audio lectures
  • assessment

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
yesDHSGSU Sagar

Eligibility Criteria

Education

Candidates pursuing B.Sc in the field of geology or engineering students of civil and mining can apply for this course.

Certification Qualifying Details

Candidates who wish to get certified for this course need to attain minimum required grades in two internal assessments and one proctored exam at the end of the course.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Geology

Students will learn the following things when they complete the whole Crystallography and Mineralogy certification syllabus of the course-

  • Candidates will know the basics and terminology used in crystallography and mineralogy.
  • Students will gain insights into different types of mineralogy in the Crystallography and Mineralogy certification course.
  • Participants will come to know about the genesis of minerals in this Crystallography and Mineralogy online course.
  • Participants will understand the definitions, properties, and characters of various kinds of crystals.
  • Participants will learn about the Weiss and Miller notations in this course.
  • Learners will gain information on the numerous theories of crystallography and which theory is more acceptable in present times.
  • Candidates will learn about rock-forming minerals through this course.
  • Participants will know about the origin and how these minerals and crystals evolved over time. 
  • Participants will know how the laboratory analyses the minerals and crystals in the Crystallography and Mineralogy training.
  • Participants will gather information regarding different physical properties of minerals such as quartz, hypersthene, garnet, etc.

Who it is for

The programme is best suited for the given candidates-

  • Candidates who want to pursue this course on a professional level

Admission Details

Candidates are supposed to follow the instruction given below to get into the course-

Step 1- Candidates need to visit the programme website link - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_ce01/preview.

Step 2- After clicking on the link, candidates will reach the official page of the course.

Step 3- Candidates need to click the orange colored Join tab to enrol in the course.

Step 4- Candidates will be asked to sign in or sign up for the programme by using their Facebook, Microsoft, or Google address.

Step 5- Candidates will be asked to fill in their details on the next page.

Step 6- After filling in the details, candidates need to click and agree to the terms and conditions of the course as well as the platform.

Step 7- Candidates need to click on the join course option to get admitted to the course.

The Syllabus

  • W1D1-Geology and it’s perspective
  • W1D2-Career in geology
  • W1D3-Periodic Table
  • W1D4- Assignment
  • W1D5-Assignments
  • W1D6-Weekly tests

Evaluation process

Students who wish to attain certification for the course have to pay the mentioned amount and pass the proctored exam and match the eligibility criteria of the creator of the course.

Instructors

DHSGSU Sagar Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What if I want to give an online exam?

There is no option for an online exam available at the moment. Candidates are requested to appear for the offline exam at the designated venue.

2: How will I know the eligibility criteria for the offline exam?

The eligibility criteria will be announced on the platform of Swayam as soon as possible. Candidates are expected to keep a check on the official website for the announcement.

3: How am I supposed to apply for this Crystallography and Mineralogy online course?

Candidates are expected to click on the Join tab mentioned on the programme website.

4: What is the time span for the course?

The Crystallography and Mineralogy certification syllabus is 12 weeks long.

5: What are the exam fees that I am supposed to pay?

Candidates are supposed to pay an exam fee for the certification which will be announced on the platform.

6: I am an engineering graduate in the field of Mining. Can I apply for this course?

Yes, candidates from mining backgrounds can apply for this course.

7: What is the basic requirement that the Crystallography and Mineralogy programme demands?

Candidates are supposed to have a stable internet connection so that they are able to access the course anywhere at any time.

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