Advanced Stratigraphic and Geomorphic Field Methods

Catalog description

Development of field observational skills and analytical techniques for both stratigraphic and geomorphic studies. Topics covered will include measuring stratigraphic sections, making 2- or 3-d stratigraphic panels and hierarchical analysis, facies and paleocurrent analysis; river discharge gauging, sediment discharge, topographic profiling/surveying, scarp diffusion, basin analysis in a paleomagnetic temporal framework, glacial geomorphology, channel initiation on hillslopes, and impacts of fire on slope stability and sediment delivery. Laboratories will focus on analysis of aerial photos, digital topography, and detrital ages. The course includes two 3-day field trips; a 1-day trip, and three half-day trips.