290242 EX Physiogeographical Field Trip: Land Slides in Lower Austria (2016S)
Continuous assessment of course work
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Registration/Deregistration
Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
- Registration is open from Sa 13.02.2016 08:00 to Tu 23.02.2016 23:59
- Deregistration possible until Th 31.03.2016 23:59
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Aims, contents and method of the course
The excursion will focus on gravitational mass movements in Lower Austria. Amongst other spots, the rockfall sites at Ofenloch near Waidhofen/Ybbs, the river bank caves in Waidhofen/Ybbs and the earth flow close to Konradsheim will be visited. Geological disposition and the triggering factors of the respective landslide processes will be discussed. In addition, protective measures and the options for a sustainable management of landslide hazards and risks will be reviewed.
Assessment and permitted materials
Protocol (hardcopy, deadline will be negotiated during excursion)
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Students should get an insight into different types of gravitational mass movements and their description in the field, as well as to learn how to evaluate counter measures.
Examination topics
This 1-day field trip will be carried out with a motor-coach. At the sites, small hikes (1-2 h) will be undertaken (partly on landslides and in steep terrain). Good hiking shoes are required. The excursion will take place at any weather conditions and it is recommended to dress accordingly (rain jacket, umbrella, hiking shoes etc.)
Reading list
Wird über Moodle bereitgestellt.
Association in the course directory
(B11-7.3) (MG3-EX) (L2-EX) (UF GW 18)
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