Introduction to Landform Studies
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Course code
MLG6002.LT
old course code
MLG6002
Course title in Estonian
Maastikuteaduse alused
Course title in English
Introduction to Landform Studies
ECTS credits
4.0
Assessment form
Examination
lecturer of 2024/2025 Autumn semester
Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.
lecturer of 2024/2025 Spring semester
Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.
Course aims
To provide a holistic understanding of the natural environment. Demonstrate relationships within nature and explain the human factor in landscape evolution. To provide an overview of the diversity and value of landscapes, their protection and management.
Brief description of the course
The concept of landscape. Land-forming components and their interrelation. Landscape boundaries. Hierarchical levels of landscape. The development and dynamics of hierarchical elements. Landscape maps and quantitative characteristics. Land use and cultural landscape. Landscape diversity. Landscape values. Landscape protection, maintenance, management and sustainable usage.
Learning outcomes in the course
Upon completing the course the student:
- has knowledges about landscape as geo-complex;
- is able to read landscape maps and landscape profile;
- has knowledges about divestity and value of landscapes according with landscape maintenance.
Teacher
Kaija Käärt, MSc, lektor
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