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E&ES220
Geomorphology
E&ES220 SP
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 30 | 0 | Times: M.W.F.. 8:00AM-8:50AM; | No | Yes |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:21 EDT 1999
)
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: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM E&ES
Prerequisites:
E&ES101
- Section 01
- Patton, P
- Times: M.W.F.. 8:00AM- 8:50AM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 2, Fr: 2
- Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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