Semester One: Shake, Rattle & Roll
(Physical Geography)
Course Outline
Course Outline
You will discover the natural science of our planet through:
Inquiry into the formation of volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis.
Field trips to explore the North Islands volcanic fields.
Possible Field Trips - Taupo Volcanic Arc (Tongariro national park) and/or Auckland Volcanic Fields
Course Costs
Course Costs
Did you know that the black iron ore sand found on Auckland's West Coast beaches originates from the North Islands Central Plateau - e.g Mt Tongariro, Mt Ruapehu. From here sediment is transported via rivers into the Tasman Sea from here ocean currents transport these sands northwards - nature is so cool!
