GEOG-232: Geomorphology is a lecture and laboratory based course that examines the geomorphic processes that shape the Earth�s surface. Geomorphic processes and resulting landforms in fluvial systems, alpine and continental glaciers, deserts, coastal systems, permafrost and periglacial environments are explored.
Prerequisites: GEOG 130 or GEOL 132 or RRS 164, or written permission of the School Chair
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standard statementCourse Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Hours | 75 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 2 |
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Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Recognize and describe common igneous and structural landforms;
- Describe the three types of plate boundaries (divergent, convergent and transform) and explain the distribution of mountain ranges, igneous and structural landforms in conjunction with these boundaries;
- Explain the processes of weathering and erosion and how they give rise to a variety of unconsolidated sediment;
- Explain the basic factors that affect slope stability and define a variety of mass wasting processes in terms of movement type, velocity and composition; explain the formation of common geomorphic landforms found in fluvial systems, glaciated terrain (alpine and continental), permafrost and periglacial regions, deserts and coastal areas.
- Apply scientific methods in capturing interpreting data communicate data and interpretations in written and/or visual presentations
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