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EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2024 Semester Two (1245)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2024 Semester One (1243)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2024 Summer School (1240)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2023 Semester Two (1235)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2023 Semester One (1233)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
3931
EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2022 Semester One (1223)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
3932
EARTHSCI 105G
: Earth’s Natural Hazards2022 Summer School (1220)
New Zealand experiences many natural hazards caused by the Earth’s natural processes through earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding and wildfires. Focuses on spatial and temporal occurrences of disasters, hazard preparedness and recovery, and societal responses that affect and, sometimes, compound the magnitude of disasters. Case studies are drawn from contemporary and ancient societies.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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EARTHSCI 105G
: Natural Hazards in New Zealand2020 Semester Two (1205)
New Zealanders are exposed to extreme natural events and processes including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding, landslides and erosion. The physical context for each hazard is provided, drawing on the disciplines of geology, geomorphology and climatology. The frequency and magnitude of natural hazards for New Zealand are considered using different sources. Impacts on modern society are discussed using case studies and scenario modelling.
Restriction: GEOG 105, 105G, GEOLOGY 110
Outline is not available yet
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EARTHSCI 105G
: Natural Hazards in New Zealand2020 Semester One (1203)
New Zealanders are exposed to extreme natural events and processes including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, weather bombs, storm surge, tsunami, flooding, landslides and erosion. The physical context for each hazard is provided, drawing on the disciplines of geology, geomorphology and climatology. The frequency and magnitude of natural hazards for New Zealand are considered using different sources. Impacts on modern society are discussed using case studies and scenario modelling.
Restriction: GEOG 105, 105G, GEOLOGY 110
Outline is not available yet
3935
EARTHSCI 205G
: New Zealand: Half a Billion Years on the Edge2024 Semester Two (1245)
Take a 500 million year journey through time following the geologic and biologic development of New Zealand from humble beginnings on the edge of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana to the present day geologically dynamic land mass beset by volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and massive erosion as a consequence of being located on the edge of the Earth's largest tectonic plate.
Prerequisite: 75 points passed
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EARTHSCI 205G
: New Zealand: Half a Billion Years on the Edge2023 Semester Two (1235)
Take a 500 million year journey through time following the geologic and biologic development of New Zealand from humble beginnings on the edge of the ancient supercontinent Gondwana to the present day geologically dynamic land mass beset by volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and massive erosion as a consequence of being located on the edge of the Earth's largest tectonic plate.
Prerequisite: 75 points passed
3937
EARTHSCI 220
: Practice in Earth Sciences 12020 Semester Two (1205)
A practical and field based course that introduces and develops theory and work flows to enable students to read, document and interpret landforms and landscapes in 4-D. Students will be required to participate in a residential field experience and undertake independent field work.
Prerequisite: 15 points from EARTHSCI 120, GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 201, 260
Restriction: EARTHSCI 201, 260
Outline is not available yet
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EARTHSCI 220
: Practice in Earth Sciences 12020 Semester One (1203)
A practical and field based course that introduces and develops theory and work flows to enable students to read, document and interpret landforms and landscapes in 4-D. Students will be required to participate in a residential field experience and undertake independent field work.
Prerequisite: 15 points from EARTHSCI 120, GEOG 101
Restriction: EARTHSCI 201, 260
Restriction: EARTHSCI 201, 260
Outline is not available yet
3939
EARTHSCI 262
: Geomorphology2023 Semester Two (1235)
Introduces fundamental concepts in geomorphology for geologists and physical geographers. Key aspects of geomorphology, sedimentology, and earth surface processes are introduced by studying the temporal and spatial development of coastal and river landforms. Applied techniques for earth and environmental sciences, including field, remote sensing, GIS mapping, and modelling.
Prerequisite: GEOG 101
Restriction: GEOG 262
Restriction: GEOG 262
Outline is not available yet
3940
EARTHSCI 704
: Directed Study in Earth Sciences2021 Summer School (1210)
Prerequisite: Head of School approval
Outline is not available yet
3941
EARTHSCI 720
: Geochemistry of our World2023 Semester One (1233)
Provides a broad overview of applications of geochemistry across multiple disciplines. In addition, this course will help determine the suitability of different analytical techniques to different problems while providing practical experience in collecting and evaluating geochemical data. Subject areas are wide-reaching and include, geology, environmental science, biology, archaeology, and forensic sciences. No formal prerequisite but knowledge of introductory chemistry will be assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
Outline is not available yet
3942
ENVCHG 100
: Global Climate Change2022 Semester One (1223)
Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing humanity in the twenty-first century. Climate science and the causes of climate change are considered, as well as the historical record of climate change and its environmental, biological and anthropological impacts. The transdisciplinary challenges of social responses are explored, along with the perspectives of indigenous peoples.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
Outline is not available yet
3943
ENVMGT 741
: Social Change for Sustainability2020 Semester Two (1205)
Explores the concept of sustainability through different theoretical frameworks and how social and environmental movements have mobilised around this concept over time. Critically interrogates what is sustainable, what is social change, and how can social change be sustainable in a global economy. Draws on case studies of current environmental issues and associated popular social movements.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
Outline is not available yet
3944
ENVMGT 760
: Special Topic2022 Semester One (1223)
No pre-requisites or restrictions
Outline is not available yet
3945
ENVPHYS 100G
: Sun, Sand, Surf: Science of Aotearoa2024 Semester One (1243)
The atmosphere, oceans and land make up the dynamic environment of Aotearoa New Zealand. A range of phenomena with natural beauty can be described elegantly with simple scientific laws. This course establishes the physical principles underlying nature, empowering students to explain everyday environmental phenomena. These principles provide the foundation to unravel the science of Earth, climate and environmental change, and energy systems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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ENVPHYS 100G
: Sun, Sand, Surf: Science of Aotearoa2023 Semester One (1233)
The atmosphere, oceans and land make up the dynamic environment of Aotearoa New Zealand. A range of phenomena with natural beauty can be described elegantly with simple scientific laws. This course establishes the physical principles underlying nature, empowering students to explain everyday environmental phenomena. These principles provide the foundation to unravel the science of Earth, climate and environmental change, and energy systems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
3947
ENVPHYS 100G
: Sun, Sand, Surf: Science of Aotearoa2022 Semester One (1223)
The atmosphere, oceans and land make up the dynamic environment of Aotearoa New Zealand. A range of phenomena with natural beauty can be described elegantly with simple scientific laws. This course establishes the physical principles underlying nature, empowering students to explain everyday environmental phenomena. These principles provide the foundation to unravel the science of Earth, climate and environmental change, and energy systems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
3948
ENVPHYS 701
: Atmosphere and Ocean Dynamics2022 Semester One (1223)
Explores physical processes underlying Earth's climate using observations, modelling and predictions. Spans geophysical fluid dynamics, Earth's energy budget, the meridional and vertical heat imbalances, and processes linked to seasonal and long-term climate variations and changes. Explores quasi-geostrophic and wave theory to describe general circulation, Hadley and midlatitude circulations in the atmosphere, Sverdrup balance and western boundary currents in the ocean.
Prerequisite: ENVPHYS 300 or 30 points from PHYSICS 201-203, 231, 240, 244, 251, 261
Restrictions: GEOPHYS 711
Outline is not available yet
3949
ENVSCI 101G
: Environment, Science and Management2024 Semester Two (1245)
Explores the science behind key environmental issues to recognise the role environmental science plays in understanding the interaction between humans and the environment. The complexity of environmental problems and the difficult task of integrating science, knowledge and values are discussed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
3950
ENVSCI 101G
: Environment, Science and Management2024 Semester One (1243)
Explores the science behind key environmental issues to recognise the role environmental science plays in understanding the interaction between humans and the environment. The complexity of environmental problems and the difficult task of integrating science, knowledge and values are discussed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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