ERS 408 - Coastal Processes and Coastal Zone Management

Processes in specific near-shore environments like beaches, tidal flatsestuaries and shelves are discussed in terms of historic and encroaching human impacts. Case histories of successes and failures of attempts to live with coastal processes are presented. The classes are a mix of lectures, student presentations and discussions. Course may include weekend field trips.

Prerequisites: Any 100 level ERS course.

Course Typically Offered: Not regularly offered

Credits: 3