James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

EV5401 - Coastal and Catchment Geomorphology

Subject Description

The subject examines the geomorphic patterns and processes of river channel, floodplain, estuary and beach environments in North Queensland. Human impacts and environmental management processes are emphasised. This subject is timetabled with EV3401.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate an understanding of earth surface process regimes and landforms in river catchments and coasts
• apply expertise in the methods used in remedying and managing human impacts in river catchments and coasts
• develop expertise in field techniques and analysis of data
• demonstrate a high level of expertise in scientific writing and verbal presentation skills
• demonstrate a high level of expertise in the methods used to assess the impacts of human land use activities in river catchments and coasts

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (10%) - Individual
• Assignments - (35%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (15%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  EV3401

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