| Code | Lecturer(s) | Associate Lecturer(s) | Subsitute Lecturer(s) et other(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-GEOL-023 |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français | Français | 21 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 |
Contents
Introduction - typical karstic reliefs; - karstic rocks : nature and geographical distribution; - process of dissolution; Karst geomorphology - Exokarst : forms and microforms typology, morphogenetic associations - Epikarst : slow and rapid infiltration, role in recharge; - Endokarst : underground voids, wall forms, internal deposits, underground drainage, kartic networks typology and speleogenetic hypotheses; Karst hydrogeology - Karstic aquifers : specificities et typology; - Karst systemic analyse : correlation and spectral analysis of outflow time series, tracer tests in karst; Implication for engineering geology - soil/rock interfaceontact in karstic terrain; - karstic contexts typology for engineers, cavity risk, specific soil investigations, special foundations; Field trip (1day).
Required Learning Resources/Tools
Not applicable
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
Not applicable
Other Recommended Reading
Ford D.C., Williams P., 2007 - Karst geomorphology and hydrology. J. Wiley & Sons Ltd, UK.
Mode of delivery
- Face to face
Term 1 Assessment - type
- N/A
Term 1 Assessment - comments
Not applicable
Term 2 Assessment - type
- Oral Examination
Term 2 Assessment - comments
Oral examination 100%
Term 3 Assessment - type
- Oral examination
Term 3 Assessment - comments
Oral examination 100%
Resit Assessment - Term 1 (B1BA1) - Comments
Not applicable
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
- Cours (cours magistraux; conférences)
- Travaux pratiques / travaux de laboratoire / exercices de création et recherche en atelier / projet sur ordinateur /études de cas