ENS 380 Geomorphology and Earth Materials
This course examines the properties of Earth materials like rocks, minerals, and soils and the dynamic nature of Earth's surface. Students will explore Earth processes such as weathering, erosion, mountain building at global, regional, and local scales and learn to identify Earth materials and how they play a role in creating different landscapes. Topics include river and coastal systems, glaciation, karst landscapes, and desert processes. The lab will include examining rock and mineral specimens, analyzing topographic maps, and conducting sediment experiments. Pre-requisites: ENS 215, ENS 290, or permission from the instructor.