GEOL479-06S1 (U) Semester One 2006 (University Campus)

Active Tectonics and Geomorphology

15 points

Details:
Start Date: Monday, 20 February 2006
End Date: Sunday, 2 July 2006
Withdrawal Dates
Last Day to withdraw from this course:
  • Without financial penalty (full fee refund): Sunday, 5 March 2006
  • Without academic penalty (including no fee refund): Sunday, 28 May 2006

Description

Active Tectonics and Geomorphology

Active deformation is explored in this course, introducing the criteria by which active deformation can be identified and located. The emphasis is on the interaction between tectonic and other geomorphic processes in shaping the landscape and the way in which the nature of the underlying deformation can be identified and quantified from an analysis of topography. The discussion is not restricted to surface processes only, but includes relevant applications of geophysical methods, Quaternary dating techniques and integration with underlying crustal structure. Topics include the contribution and separation of isostatic and tectonic processes, the use of geomorphic, and depositional stratigraphic datum surfaces to document the growth and evolution of folds and faults, methods of dating deformation rates and events, and an introduction to the range of applications for this field of research.

The course will include fieldwork and a contribution of $20 per student is payable.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students successfully completing this course will:
  • have a general understanding of the interactions between tectonic and geomorphic processes, particularly the response to active folding and faulting;
  • have a general knowledge of the range of techniques used to investigate active deformation processes;
  • have some knowledge of techniques appropriate for dating active tectonics events and resulting landforms;
  • be aware of current research trends.

Prerequisites

Subject to approval of the Head of Department.

Timetable Note

Lectures will be held in Geology Room 315 (Level 3 Geology Department)

Course Coordinator / Lecturer

Jocelyn Campbell

Lecturers

Jarg Pettinga , Jamie Shulmeister and Philip Tonkin

Assessment

Assessment Due Date Percentage 
Field report 50%
Report 50%

Course links

Library portal

Notes

Recommended Preparation
Prior basic knowledge of geomorphology terminology and the tectonic processes of folding and faulting is assumed.

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $565.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see Geological Sciences .

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