E&ES 220
Fall 2016
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01
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| Course Cluster: Planetary Science, Planetary Science Minor |
This inquiry into the evolution of the landscape emphasizes the interdependence of climate, geology, and physical processes in shaping the land. Topics include weathering and soil formation, fluvial processes, and landform development in cold and arid regions. Applications of geomorphic research and theories of landform development are introduced throughout the course where appropriate. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM E&ES |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: E&ES101 OR E&ES199 OR E&ES115 OR [E&ES197 or BIOL197 or ENVS197] |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (E&ES)(ENVS-MN)(ENVS)(PSCI-MN)(STS) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
D.F. Ritter, R.C. Kochel, and J.R. Miller, PROCESS GEOMORPHOLOGY Additional readings from the primary literature.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Midterm exam; term paper; final exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
E&ES222 must be taken concurrently. |
| Instructor(s): Patton,Peter C. Times: ..T.R.. 08:50AM-10:10AM; Location: SCIE309; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 25 | | SR major: 5 | JR major: 5 | | |
| Seats Available: 15 | GRAD: 3 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 10 | FR: 0 |
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