University Of Edinburgh

Geomorphology

GEGR08002

Iowa State Course Substitution

Surficial Processes

GEOL 4790

Course Info

International Credits: 20.0
Converted Credits: 5.0
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Course Description:

This course on the principles of geomorphology looks at the relationship between processes and landforms at a variety of scales in space and time. It examines endogenic processes originating within the earth, exogenic processes occurring at the earth atmosphere ocean interface and the way they interact to create landforms. The course covers geomorphological theories, weathering, slope processes, soil erosion, fluvial and glacial processes and landforms, applied geomorphology, mountain building, rates of landscape change, supercontinent breakup, ocean islands and megafloods. Martian geomorphology will also be discussed.

Review

Evaluated Date:
March 20, 2023
Evaluated:
Kristie Franz
Expiration Date:
March 20, 2028