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Study programmes 2011-2012Last update : 14/06/2012
GEOG0251-2  Part : physical geography

Duration :  15h Th, 12h Pr
Number of credits :  
Bachelor in geographical sciences, general orientation, 1st yearSecond semester3
Lecturer :  Michel Erpicum
Language(s) of instruction :  
French language
Course contents :  
The course is a fast introduction to some topics of the physical geography (atmosphere, water surface and evolution of the forms of the relief). It is organized around some modules sets of themes
Learning outcomes of the course :  
To present the contribution of the physical geography in the fields of geographical and related sciences. It insists more particularly on the role of interface that climatology occupies within sciences of the Earth
Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :  
The theoretical course does not require preliminary knowledge others that those awaited from a student of baccalaureat in sciences.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods :  
Five training sessions of three hours
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :  
The theoretical course as the practical working sessions in room are organized in three hour modules.
Recommended or required readings :  
Written notes and slides are distributed by intranet as course and practical works progress.
Assessment methods and criteria :  
The final test dealing with the theoretical and practical matters is organized in the form of a written and an oral examinations. Part of the written examination is organized in the form of a MCQ. At least two open questions are put. A scientific calculator is necessary for the written examination. An evaluation of the sessions of PW of the year intervenes in the final evaluation in addition to the one of the exercices of the written examination. A written examination and/or an oral examination are organized in second session.
Contacts :  
Michel ERPICUM- Unit of Physical Geography and Quaternary : University of Liege, Geographical Institute (Bat B11) - Phone : 04/366.52.21- E-Mail : michel.erpicum@ulg.ac.be


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