GEOL 378 - Surficial Processes

Institution:

The University of Montana-Western

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Description:

Field and laboratory-based study of Earth-surface processes that shape landscapes. Topics include weathering and soil formation, erosion and transport of particulate and dissolved materials, geomorphic charac-teristics of deposits expressed as landforms, and engineering-related physical properties of surficial deposits. Field projects may emphasize use of landforms and/or surface processes to evaluate geologic hazards, geologic resources, or other environmental problems. $40 Course Fee. Prereq: GEOL 101 or GEOL 150, and GEOL 226 or BIO 114 or BIO 355, or c/i. (fall/even-numbered years)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umwestern.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 683-7011

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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