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651-4162-00L 3 Credits MSC D-USYS , D-ERDW

Field Course Glaciology

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Andreas Bauder, Dr. Mauro Werder, Prof. Dr. Daniel Farinotti
Priority is given to ETHZ students. If space is available UZH Geography and Earth System Sciences students may attend this field course at full cost. Students registering for the course confirm having read and accepted the terms and conditions for excursions and field courses of D-EAPS
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:22

Abstract

Introduction 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

Content

The 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 in May at the end of the spring semester and is followd by 9 days in August including lectures at ETH and field work on Rhonegletscher.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places
15
Signup Start
16.02.2026
Signup End
05.08.2026
Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Field Course Glaciology
The field course will take place from August 17 until August 26, 2026. A mandatory information meeting will be on Thursday May 21 2026 at 16:30 in HIA C13 (Hönggerberg).
No time listed 85 h semesterly

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