GEOL 5300 - Principles of Geomorphology

Basic concepts of origin and development of landforms. Lab study of topographic maps and aerial photographs.

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 4
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Be able to explain how earth surface processes affect lithospheric deformation rates and styles.
Be able to interpret the geological controls on landforms shown on aerial and satellite images, 3-D visualizations, and topographic maps.
Graduate field trip reports are worth 14% of their overall course grade (twice the undergraduate value).
Graduate student quantitative and qualitative exercises require synthesis of scientific literature and greater technological sophistication.
Graduate students must demonstrate greater levels of comprehension and synthesis.
Know how existing and ancient climates are imprinted on landscapes around us.
Know the major driving and resisting forces associated with earth surface processes, including the influences of major geological variables.
Understand that individual landforms arise from the interplay of driving and resisting forces.
Understand the mechanics of erosion and deposition by rivers, hillslopes, and glaciers.