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