GEO108 Earth's Changing Surface

Geomorphology is the science that investigates the landforms of the earth. All landforms have a beginning, a period of development and an end. When viewed in the framework of earth history they are essentially events in space and time that change during the course of their existence. This module introduces the fundamental principles of geomorphology considering issues such as temporal and spatial scale, equilibrium and interaction between different landscape processes and components.

1. To introduce the key principles of modern geomorphology;
2. To investigate the linkages between sediment transport processes and landforms;
3. To describe the characteristic temporal and spatial scales of landform development;
4. To illustrate long-term landscape development.

By the end of the module a student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:

1. how the study of geomorphology has progressed
2. how landforms evolve and distinctive landscapes are produced
3. how dominant geomorphic processes vary according to climate, vegetation and relief
4. the intermittency of many geomorphic processes
5. how the magnitude of a geomorphological event is often related to its frequency

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