Fieldcourse on the geomorphology and quaternary geology 1300-OKMQ2L1

Presentation of the theoretical issues in the field.
Training in interpretation of geomorphology (e.g. morainic uplands, valley terraces etc.) known from the analysis of the hypsometric maps.
Presentation and analysis of the major types of Quaternary deposits in the field (site description, lithological analysis, sedimentological description etc.).
Training in interpretation of the specified relief and its relation to the specified type of deposits.
Presentation of the methodology used during the fieldwork. Interpretation of the different geological facts and creation of logic conclusions.
Presentation of the geomorphology and Quaternary geology of central and eastern Poland.
Sites are located in the Warsaw Dell, Suwałki and Mazury Lakeland, Northern Masovia and Podlasie.

Course coordinators

Katarzyna Szczęsna

Type of course

obligatory courses

Requirements

Geomorphology & Quaternary geology (Part 1)
Geomorphology & Quaternary geology (part 2)

Prerequisites (description)

Before starting the course student is required to: -have a knowledge about interpretation of the Quaternary deposits and the sedimentological environments -know the stratigraphy of the Quaternary in Poland and the extent of particular glacial cycles during the Pleistocene. -recognize major gemorphological forms on the map -be able to explain the origin and genesis of the glacial, fluvioglacial, fluvial, aeolian forms. - know the geographical subdivision of Poland.

Learning outcomes

After the course student is able to:
- connect theoretical knowledge with information collected in the field
- analyse hypsometric maps and to compare them with real topography
- describe, recognize and infer the origin of the Quaternary deposits
- infer the relation between deposits and forms
- realize major measurements in the field
- realize and interpret results of the shallow drillings by hand-probe
- realize and interpret simple cross section made on the basis of information collected in the field
- describe the outline of the geology and geomorphology of central and eastern Poland
- interpret the significant differences between Quaternary deposits in relation to their age and location

Assessment criteria

Final written exam. As part of retake - written test. Attendance check – no absences allowed.

Practical placement

none