Week 5-6 : Environmental controls for erosion, desertification and coastal degradation

Erosion control is the practice of preventing or controlling wind or water erosion in agriculture, land development, coastal areas, river banks and construction. Effective erosion controls handle surface runoff and are important techniques in preventing water pollution, soil loss, wildlife habitat loss and human property loss.

  • Students will develop an understanding of the mechanics of coastal erosion, and develop the fundamental geospatial and quantitative skills and concepts needed to assess coastal erosion rates.
  • Students will learn about various classical coastal engineering methods for mitigating coastal hazard risks and be introduced to new alternate options for mitigating coastal hazard risks.

 

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soil-erosion.pdf (1.18 MB )

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