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GEOS266: Earth Surface Processes |
Day students: two compulsory two-day field excursions 31 March and 1 April and 19 and 20 May
Understanding how and why the earth surface looks and changes in the way it does is fundamental to effective environmental management. This unit examines earth surface processes in a range of environments including hillslopes, rivers and coasts. We draw on a range of Australian and overseas examples to demonstrate how biophysical processes shape our landscape. You will gain practical, laboratory and field-based skills that will help you interpret the landscape. These are taught in both on-campus sessions and weekend fieldtrips.
GEOS266 builds on themes introduced in GEOS117 and GEOS112, and provides a sound conceptual background for students continuing in Geoecology (geomorphology and soils), Resource and Environmental Management, Environmental Science, as well as programs in ecology, biology, geology and archaeology.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | 5 |
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D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year
X1 - External study; Offered in the first half-year
(On Campus session: 24-25 March; 12 May; 31 March-1 April (F); 19-20 May (F))
Xc1 - External study (composite mode); Offered in the first half-year
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| Staff Contact: |
Dr Paul Hesse, Dr Kirstie Fryirs |
| Prerequisites: |
GEOS117(P) or GEOS112(P)
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| Unit Designations: |
Technology
Science
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Graded
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| Offered By: |
Department of Physical Geography |
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