This module will focus on the study of Quaternary/late Neogene deposits and how they can be interpreted to understand the processes that caused their formation, as well as understanding them as indicators of palaeoenvironmental conditions. The module will also cover the occurrence, evidence for and possible causes of climate change over geological time. A one-day field excursion will be included to provide an understanding of how surface processes have affected landscape development during the Quaternary and to cover a variety of field techniques for interpreting and analysing recent deposits.
develop an understanding of the surface processes that have affected landcape development in the Quaternary/late Neogene will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2 &3
identify and interpret recent deposits using a variety of field techniques and be able to critically analyse field observations, relating them to the processes that formed these deposits will be achieved by assessments: 2
understand the economic importance of recent deposits will be achieved by assessments: 1 &3
undertake further development of report writing skills. will be achieved by assessments: 2
- Practical classes 15 hours
- Fieldwork 16 hours
- Completion of coursework, private study 97 hours
Completion of worksheets related to each practical class.
1500-word report, plus supporting maps, figures and notebook, on field course.
Exam paper will consist of two sections; one consisting of 20 short answer questions, the other consisting of essay type questions - students answer two out of a choice of five.
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