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GEO101 — Geomorphology

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Course Overview

GEO101 4 Credits L:3 T:1 P:0 Other
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This course introduces the fundamental concepts of geomorphology and examines geomorphic processes, agents, landforms, tectonics, earth movements, weathering, mass wasting, fluvial, glacial, aeolian, coastal and karst processes. It also develops students' ability to analyze landform development and critically evaluate geomorphic principles.

Study Units

Unit 1

Geomorphology

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 2

Geotectonics

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 3

Earth movements

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 4

Rocks and mass movements

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 5

Fluvial and glacial processes

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 6

Aeolian, coastal and karst processes

Notes MCQ Subjective

Continuous Assessment

4 components

Best 3 of 4 CAs will be considered for evaluation.
Assignment 33.33%

CA1 includes an individual assignment on Units I and II, based on a relevant contemporary issue, requiring research and a report of up to 1000 words. It also includes three gamification activities: DPS, Aao Khojein, and NDNU, involving topic analysis, problem-solving and a presentation or discussion on career opportunities.

Week 3 / 4

Rubric
Assignment report: organization and documentation, content, critical thinking, syntax and style, 5 marks each. Gamification activities are evaluated on participation and the specified content-analysis, expression, problem-identification, solution-relevance or information-quality criteria.

Presentation - Individual 33.33%

CA2 includes an individual PPT presentation on Units III and IV, along with three gamification activities: Aap Kaun Hai, Kuch punya kijiye, and Earn while learn. Activities involve research, community or environmental service, or paid work and require students to share relevant experiences, learning and information.

Week 7 / 8

Rubric
Presentation: content management skills (5 marks), communication skills (5 marks), confidence (10 marks), and PPT designing and effective technical skills (5 marks). Gamification activities are evaluated using participation, research depth, authenticity or relevance, service involvement and learning, or revenue generated.

Test 1 33.33%

Students must attempt 8 questions: 5 short questions carrying 2 marks each and requiring 20–30 words, 2 questions carrying 5 marks each and requiring 50–70 words, and 1 essay-type question carrying 10 marks and requiring 150–200 words. The test covers Units V and VI.

Week 9 / 10

Rubric
Assessment is based on responses to the specified short-answer, longer-answer and essay-type questions, with marks allocated as 2 marks, 5 marks and 10 marks respectively.

Test 2 33.33%

A subjective test covering the syllabus from CA1 and CA2. It also provides an opportunity to improve CA performance in case of low marks or any missed CA.

Week 12 / 13

Rubric
The test evaluates subject knowledge through a subjective assessment covering the CA1 and CA2 syllabus.

Exams & Practice

Mid Term Examination

Mid-semester comprehensive evaluation

20%

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

50%

Type: Examination

GEO101 - FAQs

How many units are in GEO101?

GEO101 has 6 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for GEO101?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for GEO101 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.