» Anna University Applied Geology Entrance Exam 2012

The candidate has to choose the correct one from the given options. One mark will be awarded for each correct response and one fourth marks will be deducted for the wrong ones. Those scoring above the cut off mark will be selected for the final interview after which ones admission is decided.

Syllabus of Anna University Applied Geology Entrance Exam

Crystallography and Mineralogy:
Symmetry elements
Various forms and general symbols for all the major six systems and class
Twin laws
Twin planes
Physical and optical properties of minerals
Megascopic and Microscopic study of rock forming minerals and other important individual minerals

Petrology:
Characteristic features of Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic rocks
Megascopic and Microscopic study of major groups of rocks
Classification, structures, forms, textures of Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic rocks
Binary and Ternary system
Agents and types of Metamorphism
Study of all important groups of rocks

Stratigraphy and Paleontology
Laws of Stratigraphy
Physiographic divisions of India
Major stratigraphic systems in India
Siwalik Mammals. Index fossils
Modes of preservation
Uses of fossil
Morphological characteristics of major phylum and class - Mollusca, Brachiopoda, Trilobita (Arthropoda), Echinodermata, Corals, Foraminifera, Ostracoda, Plant fossil
Study of Micro Paleontology and their industrial applications



General Geology and Structural Geology
Origin, age and interior of earth
Weathering
Geological action of rivers, wind, glaciers, sea and ground water
Mountains
Volcanoes
Earthquakes
Plate tectonics
Isostasy
Attitude of beds
Use of clinometer and Bruton Compass
Toposheet
Classification, types and recognisation element of folds, faults, unconformities, joints

Economic Geology and Applied Geology:
Various processes of formation of mineral deposits
Study of major ores and their distribution, origin and occurrences - Iron, Manganese, Copper, Chromite, Lead and Zinc etc
Industrial Minerals
Origin and varieties of Coal
Different Coal fields in India
Mineral resources of Tamil Nadu
Origin of Petroleum and Oil fields in India
Remote sensing applications to Earth Sciences
Various geophysical surveys
Geological consideration for dams, reservoirs, Tunnel landslide
Causes and preventive methods
Sea erosion and Coastal protection
Elements of statistical Geology and Mining Geology

Eligibility Criteria

The candidates to be eligible for the post graduate program in applied geology should have completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Geology / Applied Geology / Physics /  Chemistry / Environmental Science / Applied Science from a recognized University.

How to Apply?

The application form along with the information brochure can be obtained directly from the Anna University exam centre by payment of cash of Rs. 600/- (Rs. 300/- for backward community candidates). The same can also be downloaded from the official website for which the filled application form along with the required enclosures and demand draft drawn in favour of The Director (Admissions), Anna University Chennai has to be send to the concerned address. The candidate should also make sure that the application form reaches the concerned address before the due date.

How to fill the Form?

All the necessary information required for filling the application form are included in the information brochure. The applicants are advised to go through the brochure before filling the form. One has to give utmost care while filling the form. Each and every column has to be filled without any errors.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Date of issue of Application forms: Third week of April, 2012

Last date of receipt of completed Application forms: Second week of May, 2012

Date of Entrance Examination: Second week of June, 2012