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Tucker, Greg

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  • Dr. Tucker's work focuses on geomorphology and landscape evolution. He uses numerical modeling, field observations, in-situ field monitoring, digital elevation data analysis, and other techniques to improve our understanding of processes that shape the earth. He also works in designing, developing, and testing software for computer simulation and coupled modeling of earth-surface processes, including hydrology, sediment transport, and landscape evolution. His research includes work on present-day geological hazards such as debris flows, floods, and gully network growth, as well as research into the long-term formation of landscapes and sedimentary basins. Since 2017, he has served as Executive Director of the Community Surface Dynamics Modeling System (CSDMS).

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  • fluvial geomorphology, hillslope geomorphology, soil erosion, landscape evolution, numerical modeling, scientific software, debris flows, fault scarps, tectonics, sediment transport, erosion modeling

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  • GEOL 3600 - Introduction to Python Programming for Earth Scientists
    Primary Instructor - Fall 2023
    Introduces students to scientific computing and computer programming using the Python language. Emphasis is on scientific applications such as data input and analysis, plotting, and simulation. Examples are drawn from earth and environmental sciences. Course covers variables, operations, data types, conditionals, loops, data structures, array calculations, and libraries for data analysis and plotting. Coursework is primarily based on weekly programming assignments. Recommended prerequisite: Introductory course in GEOL, ENVS, GEOG, ATOC, or EVEN.
  • GEOL 3820 - The Fluid Earth
    Primary Instructor - Fall 2018 / Fall 2019 / Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2022
    Examines the myriad forms of fluid behavior found on Earth, from the atmosphere to the inner core. Explores how basic principles of fluid physics may be used to understand a broad range of earth processes, including mantle convection, atmosphere and ocean dynamics, stream flow, lava spreading, and glacier motion, among others. Covers fundamental fluid concepts such as viscosity, pressure, convection, friction, and free-surface flow. Department enforced prerequisites: MATH 1300 or APPM 1340 and APPM 1345 or APPM 1350. Recommended prerequisites: Any 1000 level GEOL class and PHYS 1110.
  • GEOL 5042 - Computational Tools in Geosciences
    Primary Instructor - Fall 2020
    Scientific research and teaching in geological sciences and related disciplines relies increasingly on computational tools. This class aims to introduce graduate students in the geological, geophysical and biogeochemical sciences to a wide range of commonly used concepts and open source data tools to empower them to find the right tool for their computational needs in research and teaching. Previously offered as a special topics course. Recommended prerequisite: Prior experience with at least one programming language is recommended.
  • GEOL 5700 - Geological Topics Seminar
    Primary Instructor - Spring 2018 / Fall 2023
    Offers seminar studies in geological subjects of special current interest. Primarily for graduate students, as departmental staff and facilities permit. May be repeated up to 15 total credit hours provided that topics vary.
  • GEOL 5702 - Geomorphology Seminar
    Primary Instructor - Spring 2018 / Fall 2018 / Spring 2019 / Fall 2019 / Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Spring 2022 / Fall 2022 / Spring 2023 / Fall 2023
    Explores the dynamics and forms of the earth's surface through critical reading and discussion of both classical and modern literature. May be repeated up to 10 total credit hours.
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