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Academic Year 2005/2006

Geomorphology
E&ES 220 SP

This course is an inquiry into the evolution of the landscape emphasizing the interdependence of climate, geology, and physical processes in shaping the land. Topics include weathering and soil formation, fluvial processes, and landform development in cold and arid regions. Applications of geomorphic research and theories of landform development are introduced throughout the course where appropriate.

MAJOR READINGS

D.F. Ritter, R.C. Kochel, and J.R. Miller, PROCESS GEOMORPHOLOGY Additional readings from the primary literature.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Midterm exam; Term paper; Final exam.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

E&ES222 must be taken concurrently.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM E&ES    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: E&ES101 OR E&ES199 OR E&ES106 OR E&ES115 OR [E&ES197 or BIOL197] OR E&ES104 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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