651-4162-00L  Field Course Glaciology

SemesterSpring Semester 2021
LecturersA. Bauder, D. Farinotti, M. Werder
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentPriority is given to ETHZ students. If space is available UZH Geography and Earth System Sciences students may attend this field course at full cost.

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Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
651-4162-00 PField Course Glaciology
If the Corona Situation allows: The field course will take place from August 25 until September 1, 2021 (no online format possible).
A mandatory information meeting will be on Wednesday 19 May 2021 at 16:30 in HIA C13 (Hönggerberg).
80s hrs
24.08.08:00-17:30HIL E 10.1 »
01.09.12:45-16:30HIL E 10.1 »
A. Bauder, D. Farinotti, M. Werder

Catalogue data

AbstractIntroduction to investigation methods in glaciology with both theory and experimental application. The students design, plan, and evaluate their individual projects, and present the results to their colleagues and the instructors.
Objective- Introduction to measurement techniques in glaciology
- Experience with realisation of measurement and data analysis
- Interpretation and presentation of results
ContentThe course covers methodologies and techniques to analyse physical conditions of glaciers and their evolution. Basic measurement techniques of surveying, drilling as well as working with sensors and data loggers are introduced. Covered fields include topographical setting, mass balance, glacier fluctuations, ice flow and glacier hydrology.
The course starts with an introduction toward the end of the spring semester and is followd by 8 days in August/September including lectures at ETH and field work on Rhonegletscher.
Prerequisites / NoticeBasic knowledge in glaciology e.g. course 651-3561-00L Kryosphäre is recommended.
This field course is organized in collaboration with the University of Hokkaido in Sapporo.

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Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits3 credits
ExaminersA. Bauder, D. Farinotti, M. Werder
Typeungraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.

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Offered in

ProgrammeSectionType
Atmospheric and Climate Science MasterMinor in Physical GlaciologyWInformation
Earth Sciences MasterGlaciology: Courses of ChoiceWInformation
Environmental Sciences MasterMinor in Physical GlaciologyWInformation