— Introduction to Process Geomorphology
Quantitative description and interpretation of landscapes with emphasis on the relationships between physical processes, mass conservation, and landform evolution. Topics covered include physical & chemical weathering, hillslopes, debris flows, fluvial systems, alluvial fans, pedogenesis, eolian transport, glaciation and Quaternary geochronology.
Topics
- physical & chemical weathering
- hillslopes
- debris flows
- fluvial systems
- alluvial fans
- pedogenesis
- eolian transport
- glaciation and Quaternary geochronology
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Quantitative description and interpretation of landscapes with emphasis on the relationships between physical processes, mass conservation, and landform evolution. Topics covered include physical & chemical weathering, hillslopes, debris flows, fluvial systems, alluvial fans, pedogenesis, eolian transport, glaciation and Quaternary geochronology. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027