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GEOG 1201
INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

(6 credits)Semester 2 Level I

 
 

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Pre-requisite: Geography at GCE 'O' Level or CXC or its equivalent.

 
 

Syllabus

  • An introduction to geomorphic processes
  • . Weathering, earth structure, tectonics, volcanism.
  • Elements of meteorology and climatology.
  • Environmental systems.
  • Introduction to the study of vegetation and soils.

Methods of geographical investigation (laboratory course of 36 hours).
Introduction to aerial photography and field survey techniques
Exercises in geomorphology and climatology.

 

 
 

Evaluation

One 3-hour written paper 75%
Practical work and tutorials (graded weekly) 25%

A weekly 4-hour Practical Geography class and a tutorial are integral parts of
GG10A & GG10B.

Both GG10A and GG10B must be successfully completed before the student
can proceed to Part II courses in Geography.

Lecturers: Dr. David Miller; Dr. Michael Burn, Mr. Robert Kinlocke

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