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Course Description
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Course Name
Applied Geomorphology
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Host University
Victoria University of Wellington
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Location
Wellington, New Zealand
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Area of Study
Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
GEOG 224, one of (GEOG 220, GEOG/BIOL 222); 15 further pts from MATH 132-177, PHYS 131 or (STAT 193 or equivalent) not previously taken
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Credit Points
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course will explore the operations and, where appropriate, the management of key landform systems. The course provides a detailed synthesis of the physical processes and linkages operating at the earth's surface that shape our landscape and physical environment. These processes will be explored through a range of topics that may include the geomorphology of coasts, tectonic regions, glacial environments and fluvial systems.
Assessment
Internal assessment- 50%
final exam- 50%
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