Quaternary stratigraphy. Research methods (field methods: study of outcrops, excavations), laboratory methods. Dating methods (radiometric, paleo(thermo) luminescence, paleomagnetism). Quaternary paleogeography, environments (glacial, proglacial, periglacial, non-glacial: fluvial, lacustrine, marsh, Aeolian, cave) and facies. Glaciation models, causes of glaciations, glaciated areas (continental, marine). Deglaciation models, glacioisostatic rebound, eustacy. Quaternary flora and fauna (continental, marine, cave).
Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and understanding of the essential features, processes, materials, history and the development of the Earth and life during the Quaternary geologic period.
Knowledge of the common terminology and nomenclature and the use of bibliography in Quaternary geology.
Basic ability to apply appropriate technology and use relevant methods in Quaternary geology.
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