Course - Glaciers and Glacial Landscapes - GEOG2003
GEOG2003 - Glaciers and Glacial Landscapes
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course provides knowledge of glacier mass balance, dynamics, hydrology and temperature conditions,and the interaction between glaciers and climate. The course discusses the glacial processes responsible for glacial landformes, and the development of glacial landscapes.
Learning outcome
Skills: The candidate will be able understand quaternary geology maps, and to carry out basic landform mapping and interpretation based on aerial photos.
Learning objectives:
The course aims to provide knowledge of glaciers, and how different types of glaciers have shaped the Norwegian landscape.
General competence: The candidate can work independently, critical and analytical with central questions, and can communicate knowledge on glaciers and glacial processes.
Learning methods and activities
18 hours lectures, 6 hours seminar.
Teaching will only be given if a sufficient number of students register for the course and if the Department has sufficient teaching resources. See www.ntnu.no/geografi/studentinformasjon for the most recent information on the courses not offered. Information will be made available no later than 10 January in the spring semester and 10 August in the autumn semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Semester assignment
Recommended previous knowledge
GEOG1005 Earth`s Natural Environment.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG1512 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2018
Language of instruction: Norwegian
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- Geography
- Social Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2017-12-18 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Skriftlig 100/100 2018-06-07 15:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"