Universität Wien

290029 VU Earth Surface Dynamics: Landforms, Processes and Materials (2024W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 29 - Geographie
Prüfungsimmanente Lehrveranstaltung
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Do 24.10. 13:15-14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528

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max. 50 Teilnehmer*innen
Sprache: Englisch

Lehrende

Termine (iCal) - nächster Termin ist mit N markiert

Please note that some dates for this course may be subject to change or postponement due to prior commitments. Any updates will be communicated in advance of the scheduled lectures. Additionally, a two-day fieldwork activity is planned for the last week of October or the first week of November, depending on weather conditions. Detailed information about this activity will be provided during the first class.

  • Donnerstag 03.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 10.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 17.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 31.10. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 07.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 14.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 21.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 28.11. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 05.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 12.12. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 09.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 16.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 23.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528
  • Donnerstag 30.01. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum Geographie NIG 5.OG C0528

Information

Ziele, Inhalte und Methode der Lehrveranstaltung

The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of landslide processes, with a specific focus on the differences between slope instabilities in rock masses and slides in unconsolidated materials. The course is structured into three main components: theoretical lectures and exercises, student presentations, and field activity in selected landslide study cases in the region of Lower Austria (Austria). Through this course, students will: i) gain expertise in various investigation and monitoring techniques specific to different types of landslides; ii) develop skills in hazard and risk assessment methodologies; iii) learn to apply theoretical knowledge through practical fieldwork and case studies; iv) enhance critical thinking and communication skills through research presentations.

Art der Leistungskontrolle und erlaubte Hilfsmittel

Assessment will be continuous and varied throughout the course, aiming to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application. The assessment components are as follows: i) attendance, active engagement, and contribution during the fieldwork (30%); written assignments that assess the ability of the students to analyze collected and/or provided data (30%); final oral presentation focused on interpreting and presenting research findings (30%). Regular attendance and active participation in lectures and exercises, contributing to discussions and demonstrating engagement with course content, will also be assessed (10%).

Mindestanforderungen und Beurteilungsmaßstab

The grade is based on the allocation of points, and the maximum attainable is 100. To pass the course, students must meet the following minimum requirements and assessment criteria:
- Mandatory participation: Attendance at the fieldwork activity and participation in the main course components;
- Completion of all assessments: Submission of the final oral presentation and written assignments.
- Minimum points requirement: Achieve a minimum of 50 points out of 100 across all assessment components.
Regular attendance, active participation, and contributions to discussions will be considered favorably in the final assessment.

Grading System:
• 88-100 points: Excellent (Grade 1)
• 75-87 points: Very Good (Grade 2)
• 63-74 points: Good (Grade 3)
• 50-62 points: Satisfactory (Grade 4)
• Below 50 points: Fail (Grade 5)

Prüfungsstoff

The examination will focus on the ability of the students to interpret and present qualitative and quantitative data analysis performed during the course. This includes the analysis conducted during exercises, field activities, and the final presentation. In particular, grades are based on i) content accuracy in the interpretation and presentation of data; ii) depth of personal research and analysis; iii) clarity and concept delivery (both in writing and verbally).

Literatur

- Marr P, Jiménez Donato YA, Carraro E, Kanta R, Glade T. (2023). The Role of Historical Data to Investigate Slow-Moving Landslides by Long-Term Monitoring Systems in Lower Austria. Land; 12(3):659. https://doi.org/10.3390/land12030659
- Mishra, A.N., Maraun, D., Knevels, R. et al. (2023). Climate change amplified the 2009 extreme landslide event in Austria. Climatic Change 176, 124 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10584-023-03593-2
- Embleton-Hamann, C. (Ed.). (2022). Landscapes and Landforms of Austria. Springer Nature.
- Stumvoll, M.J., Canli, E., Engels, A. et al. (2020). The “Salcher” landslide observatory—experimental long-term monitoring in the Flysch Zone of Lower Austria. Bull Eng Geol Environ 79, 1831–1848. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10064-019-01632-w
- Fell R, Corominas J, Bonnard C, et al (2008) Guidelines for landslide susceptibility, hazard and risk zoning for land use planning. Engineering Geology 102:85-98. doi: 10.1016/j.enggeo.2008.03.022

Additional literature reviews and reading materials will be provided during the course.

Zuordnung im Vorlesungsverzeichnis

(MG21 PF/APF SURFSPEC)

Letzte Änderung: Di 17.09.2024 21:06