Applied Geomorphology

Posted in Seventh-Semester

School

Natural Sciences

Academic Unit

Geology Department

Level of Studies

Undergraduate

Course Code

GEO_ 710Ε

Εξάμηνο σπουδών

7^ο

Course Title

Applied Geomorphology

Independent Teaching Activities

Lectures, Tutorials and laboratory work

Weekly Teaching Hours

2(Lec.), 1 (Lab., 1(T)

Credits

Course Type

Special background, Skill development, Specialty

Prerequisite Courses

Language of Instruction & Examinations

Greek. Teaching may be however performed in English in case foreign students attend the course.

Is the Course offered to Erasmus Students

Yes, in English and Italian

Course Web-Page (URL)

https://eclass.upatras.gr/courses/GEO366/

Learning Outcomes

The “Special Topics in Geomorphology” course is using the basic principles of Geomorphology to solve man-made problems regarding the environment.

The geomorphological processes in combination with land use are causing catastrophic events like floods, landslides, etc. The aim of this course is to highlight the relation and dependence between the geological environment and human activity.

The false selection of project locations, doesn’t only create construction problems but it’s possible to be the cause of establishment of new erosion and deposition processes and disturb the balance of morphodynamic conditions in the areas where the constructions are taking place.

The aims of this course, in order for the students to comprehend the instances in which geomorphology can

be applied to, are:

The research of dynamic processes and the pointing out of dangers in small and large scale projects.
The comprehension of environmental consequences from construction projects and land use.
Risk management from natural and man-made geological destructions.

General Competences

Search, analyze and synthesizedataand information,using thenecessary technologies.
Decision making.
Independent work.
Group work.
Working in an international environment.
Respect the environment.
Criticismandself-criticism.
Promoting free and creative thinking.

Syllabus

The course includes:

In-class lectures, practical lab courses.
Exercises and lab courses with the use of topographic maps and aerial photos

Delivery

In-class lectures, practical lab courses. Exercises and lab courses with the use of topographic maps and aerial photos.

Use of Information & Communication Technology

Learning procedure support with the use of e-class platform.
Multimedia use and PowerPoint presentations.

Teaching Methods

Activity	Semester workload
Lectures (2 conduct hours per week x 13 weeks)	2 x 13=26
Practical Lab Courses that focus on the application of methodologies and case studies. Taught in smaller groups of students	1 × 13=13
Group class reports and presentations of conceptual models. Plan drawing and application of project management.	1 × 13=13
Educational trip/ minor individual practice exercises.	19
Individual studying	54
Total number of hours for the Course	125

Student Performance Evaluation

Written final examination that will include:

Multiple choice questions
Problem solving questions
Comparative evaluation of lecture data
Exercises practiced in lab courses
Presentations of independent and group work.

Attached Bibliography

Lecture notes uploaded on E-Class
Geological Society of London: https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/
Use of E-Libraries
Notes of lecturers in Greek.