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  • Coastal Classifications, Morphology, and Geology

    Credit: 15 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of coastal geology and a discussion of data sources and study methods applicable to the coastal geological field. “Coastal Geology” is defined as the science of landforms, structures, rocks, and sediments with particular emphasis on the coastal zone. The materials in this course have been adapted from textbooks and technical literature from the fields of geology, geomorphology, geophysics, oceanography, meteorology, and geotechnical engineering. The practicing scientist involved in coastal projects is expected to be able to obtain a general overview of most aspects of coastal geology and to be able to refer to the reference list for additional information on specific topics.

    Topics:

    • Basic background concepts related to coastal geology
    • Descriptions of specific coastal forms and environments
    • Coastal Morphodynamics of deltas, inlets, sandy and cohesive shorefaces
    • Coastal Terminology and Geologic Environments
    • Coastal Classification and Morphology
    • Guidance on conducting coastal geological investigations
    • Description of technologies for examining and assessing the geologic and geomorphic history of coasts

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    Intended Audience: civil, environmental, geotechnical, and construction engineers.
    Publication Source: US Corp of Engineers

    Donald Parnell, PE

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