Science, Engineering and Technology

KGA326

2010  KGA326  Environmental Geomorphology

Unit Level: Advanced

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KGA326 L Key Semester Dates Semester Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 22-FEB-2010 23-MAR-2010 12-APR-2010 28-MAY-2010 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

Environmental Geomorphology involves examination of process and change in modern landforms and sediments, in relation to management issues. Training is provided in field and laboratory techniques by which geomorphologists and other environmental scientists may measure, monitor and manage processes in the physical environment that affect human society. Focus is on hillslopes, river catchments, coasts, beaches and estuaries, including natural hazards such as flooding, landslides and coastal erosion. Vulnerability of different types of sedimentary coastlines to sea-level rise is explored, using international case studies where problems are already occurring.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: 2-hr exam in June (50%), 1,500-word report (30%), practical/field assessment (20%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 2x1-hr lectures weekly, 3 field days and 4 x 3-hr practicals.

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - L
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
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REQUISITE INFO

Prereq	25% Level 200 units in Geography and Environmental Studies (KGA) including KGA204 or permission of the Degree Coordinator
M.Excl	KGA226

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 1) will be available from mid November 2009

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