Rock Weathering Course
Acquire mastery over rock weathering dynamics in temperate mountainous terrains. Link rock types, weather patterns, and river processes to slope safety, hazard identification, and protective actions. Perfectly suited for geography and geology experts seeking practical, risk-management abilities ready for fieldwork and professional application.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on expertise in evaluating rock characteristics, weathering mechanisms, slope stability, and sediment transport in temperate mountain areas. Identify dangers, map and track vulnerable locations, create basic protection strategies, and explain risks effectively. Develop a practical, field-oriented skill set through this concise program tailored for everyday decision-making in real environments.
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Develop skills
- Evaluate slopes prone to weathering: rapidly identify high-risk areas to prevent construction issues.
- Develop quick, affordable mitigation solutions: including drainage systems, rockfall protections, and plant restoration.
- Conduct mapping and monitoring of rock dangers: using field assessments, photography, and basic landform mapping.
- Associate rock compositions with weathering patterns: connecting granite, sandstone, shale to specific breakdown types.
- Trace weathering effects on sediment movement: following pathways from origin to deposition in valley systems.
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