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EARTH101

Introduction to Earth System Sciences

A lecture and laboratory paper that explores the interacting processes that affect the surface of the Earth, producing landforms and resources, with a focus on physical processes. Topics covered include coastal processes and hazards; climate change; weathering; erosion and mass movement; soil formation; the hydrological cycle; rivers and groundwater; and glaciers.

A lecture and laboratory paper that explores the interacting processes that affect the surface of the Earth, producing landforms and resources, with a focus on physical processes. Topics covered include coastal processes and hazards; climate change; weathering; erosion and mass movement; soil formation; the hydrological cycle; rivers and groundwater; and glaciers.

Paper Information

Points: 15.0
Internal assessment / examination: 50:50
Restriction(s): ERTH104

Note: The paper includes a field trip on the weekend.

Trimesters and Locations

Occurrence Code When taught Where taught
21B (HAM)B Trimester : 12 Jul 2021 - 7 Nov 2021 Hamilton
21B (TGA)B Trimester : 12 Jul 2021 - 7 Nov 2021 Tauranga
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Timetabled Lectures for Introduction to Earth System Sciences (EARTH101)

DayStartEndRoomDates
EARTH101-21B (HAM)
Tue9:00 AM10:00 AMS.1.04Jul 12 - Oct 17
Thu1:00 PM2:00 PML.G.02Jul 12 - Oct 17
Fri1:00 PM2:00 PML.G.02Jul 12 - Oct 17
EARTH101-21B (TGA)
Tue9:00 AM10:00 AMTCBD.3.02Jul 12 - Oct 17
Wed3:00 PM4:00 PMTCBD.3.02Jul 12 - Oct 17
Thu2:00 PM3:00 PMTCBD.3.02Jul 12 - Oct 17

NB:There may be other timetabled events for this paper such as tutorials or workshops.
Visit the online timetable for EARTH101 for more details

Indicative Fees for Introduction to Earth System Sciences (EARTH101)

Occurrence Domestic International
 Tuition Resource 
21B (HAM) $910 $0 $4217
21B (TGA) $910 $0 $4217
You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.
Tuition fees shown below are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment - please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information.

Paper Outlines

The following 2020 paper outlines are available for EARTH101. Please contact the Faculty or School office for details on 2021 outlines.

Additional Information

Available Subjects:  Coastal Processes | Disciplinary Foundation Papers | Earth Sciences | Environmental Planning | Environmental Sciences | Hydrology | Soil Science

Other available years: Introduction to Earth System Sciences - EARTH101 (2020) , Introduction to Earth System Sciences - EARTH101 (2019) , Introduction to Earth System Sciences - EARTH101 (2018)

Paper details current as of : 26 November 2020 8:48am
Indicative fees current as of : 28 November 2020 4:32am

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