EV5401 - Coastal and Catchment Geomorphology

The subject examines the geomorphic patterns and processes of river channel, floodplain, estuary and beach environments, with a particular focus on the tropics. Human impacts and environmental management processes are considered.

Learning Outcomes

• identify, describe and critically evaluate key earth surface process regimes and landforms in river catchments and coastal environments;
• demonstrate an understanding of the impacts of human activities in river catchments and coasts, and practically apply methods used to evaluate these impacts;
• critically appraise approaches used to remedy and manage human impacts in river catchments and coasts;
• retrieve, analyse, synthesise and critically evaluate geomorphological information and data from a range of sources;
• convey ideas, arguments and conclusions clearly and coherently through well-developed written and oral communication skills.

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Oral > Presentation 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Practicals and Field Report - (40%) - Individual.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.