ES 581 - Geomorphology

4 credits
Provides a systematic and quantitative study of terrestrial processes, with an emphasis on the evolution and interpretation of landforms. Topics include the history of geomorphology and an assessment of the processes associated with mass wasting, rivers, glaciers, deserts, and shorelines. Students should be familiar with basic logarithms, trigonometry, and topographic-map-reading skills. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): ES 101 and ES 360, or equivalent; completion of the University Studies (Quantitative Reasoning) requirement; and graduate standing.