Module Identifier | EAM0820 | |||||||||||
Module Title | APPROACHES TO GLACIOLOGY | |||||||||||
Academic Year | 2005/2006 | |||||||||||
Co-ordinator | Dr Bryn P Hubbard | |||||||||||
Semester | Semester 2 | |||||||||||
Other staff | Dr Poul Christoffersen, Dr Richard L H Essery | |||||||||||
Course delivery | Seminars / Tutorials | |||||||||||
Practical | ||||||||||||
Other | 2 field classes | |||||||||||
Assessment |
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Report: Seminar-supported review of the interaction of theory, modelling and empirical data collection in glaciology.
Project 1: Field-based Campbell Scientific micro-logger programming and implementation. Case study to be introduced through existing literature on proglacial stream discharges and based on a practical stream gauging exercise (BH).
Project 2: Laboratory-based experimentation on ice properties using the Institute'r Cold Laboratory. Experiments will combine theory with micro-logger use to investigate interrelationships between ice/water properties and freezing temperatures and rates (PC).
Project 3: Computer-based mass balance modelling exercise. Case study to be introduced through theoretical considerations of mass and energy balances of snow and ice and based on the practical application of temperature-index and energy balance models using meteorological data (RE).
Problem_solving | Projects 1 and 2 involve challenging issues associated with the development of data-logger programmes and integration of theory with field and laboratory practice. Project 3 involves computer-based model manipulation and application. | ||
Research skills | The Essay Report requires exploration and synthesis of technical and theoretical material. | ||
Communication | Written communication is required in all assessments. | ||
Improving own Learning and Performance | The assessed coursework requires students to develop their understanding of issues associated with the module. | ||
Team work | The fieldwork associated with Projects 1 and 3 require team collaboration in terms of preparation and the effective use of time in the field. | ||
Information Technology | Projects 1 and 2 involve use of IT for modelling and data analysis and presentation. | ||
Application of Number | Not significant. | ||
Personal Development and Career planning | Personal development will be improved through collaborative field work and mastering techniques. |
This module is at CQFW Level 7