A combined approach between the theoretical approach (block 1) and the most descriptive (block 2) with a continuous feedback between the reference to the undeformed state (original geological object) and the reference to the deformed state (real structure). This approach applies to the whole course, so that the concepts explained in theory, practices and in the field are interrelated continuously.

The assessment will be based on a summation of different qualifications in order to achieve a continuous assessment.

The final evaluation and rating will be based on the sum of the evaluations of:

(1) classroom practice file: 15% (non-retrievable, non-improveable)

(2) fieldwork: 10% (non-retrievable, non-improveable)

(3) theoretical-practical test of Block 1: 35% (retrievable, improveable)

(4) theoretical-practical test of Block 2: 40% (retrievable, improveable)

The weighted average will be obtained from the set of notes based on the specific weight of each of the parts.

To pass the subject by continuous assessment, you must have a minimum average of 5 and have made all the tests, field trips and handed in all coursework within the established deadlines. To average the different parts, a minimum of 3.5 is required for each of the two partial tests (3 and 4).

Retrieval exam: If the requirements exposed above are not met, or if the resulting final average is lower than 5, a retrieval exam may be taken on the date of the final assessment. To be able to attend the retrieval exam, students must have previously been assessed for continuous assessment activities that are equivalent to 2/3 of the final grade. Otherwise, the rating will be \"not assessable\". The retrievable activities in this exam will be activities (3) and (4). Students who have been approved by continuous assessment but who wish to improve their grade, may choose to do so on the same date as the final assessment, by communicating it by email to the teacher responsible for the subject 5 calendar days in advance of the exam date.

Unique assessment modality

Students who have accepted the single assessment modality must complete:

- a single final exam that will include all the content equivalent to tests (3) and (4) previously mentioned for continuous assessment.

- at the end of the exam, students will hand in the classroom (1) and field (2) practice files.

The grade obtained will be the weighted average of the three previous activities, where the theory exam will account for 75% of the grade, classroom practices 15% and field practices 10%. The same \"non-assessable\" criterion will be applied as for continuous assessment.

Retrieval exam: If the final grade is lower than 5, the student will have another opportunity to pass the subject through the retrieval exam that will be held on the date set by the degree coordinator. In the same way as in the continuous assessment, the retrievable activities in this exam will be activities (3) and (4). Students who wish to improve their grades may also choose to do so on the same date as the final assessment.

Under no circumstances will students be able to pass if they have not taken the field trips or if they have not submitted the classroom practices and files.

Use of AI

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies is permitted as an integral part of the development of activities (1) and (2) and for the preparation of the exams corresponding to (3) and (4), provided that the final result reflects a significant contribution by the student in the analysis and personal reflection. The student must clearly identify which parts have been generated with this technology, specify the tools used and include a critical reflection on how these have influenced the process and the final result of the activity. The lack of transparency in the use of AI will be considered a lack of academic honesty and may lead to a penalty in the grade of the activity, or greater sanctions in serious cases.