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GEOL 410 - Snow Sciences: The Physics of Avalanches


Description:
Physical processes in avalanches and snow dynamics; snowpack accumulation, redistribution, metamorphism, energy balance, ablation, and runoff. Field investigations are required under rigorous outdoor conditions.

Prerequisites & Notes:
Prerequisite, permission of instructor.

Credits: (4)

Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRDNotes:
Three hours lecture and six hours field laboratory per week.



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