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2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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GEOG 740 - Fluvial Geomorphology

Credits: (3)
This course is a basic introduction to the field of Fluvial Geomorphology, the study of the forms and processes found within streams and rivers. Topics will include: Review of watershed hydrology and hill slope processes, mechanics of open channel flow, sediment entrainment and transport, channel geometry, longitudinal profile and gradient, effective flows/formative events, channel patters, pool- and river management and restoration.

Note
The course meets for three hours of lecture per week with one required weekend field trip.

Requisites
Prerequisite: GEOG 221 or permission of instructor.

When Offered
Fall



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