GEOS 4320 - Geomorphology

Detailed consideration of the earth’s surficial processes including transformation of fluvial, glacial, mass-wasting, eolian, and coastal landforms. Laboratory exercises involve interpretation of topographic maps, Geologic maps, and air photographs. Three-day field trip required. This course is approved as a writing-intensive course which may fulfill the baccalaureate-level writing requirement of the student’s curriculum.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOS 1310; GEOS 3010 or GEOS 3350; PHYS 1070 and 1080 or PHYS 1130 and 1140; CHEM 1100 and 1110; and MATH 1180 or MATH 2000.

Credits: 3 hours

When Offered: Spring