The Department of Geography Holds a Master\’s Thesis Discussion on the Analysis of Hydrogeomorphological Characteristics of Al-Tharthar Subdistrict Using Geomatics Techniques

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The Department of Geography at the College of Education for Human Sciences, University of Samarra, discussed a Master\’s thesis entitled “Analysis of Hydrogeomorphological Characteristics in Al-Tharthar Subdistrict Using Geomatics Techniques” submitted by the student, Mohammed Abdul Qader Khalaf.

The thesis examined the hydrogeomorphological characteristics of Al-Tharthar Subdistrict, located within Samarra District in Salah Al-Din Governorate, through the application of modern geomatics techniques, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing, and Digital Elevation Models (DEM). The study aimed to analyze the natural factors influencing landform development and to identify their impacts on water resources and land-use patterns.

The researcher reviewed the geological, topographical, climatic, soil, and vegetation characteristics of the study area. The thesis also analyzed the major geomorphological processes and morphometric characteristics of drainage basins, in addition to assessing land-use suitability, water-harvesting potential, and hydrogeomorphological hazards.

The findings revealed that water and wind erosion processes constitute the most significant factors shaping the surface features of Al-Tharthar Subdistrict, with noticeable spatial variations resulting from differences in geological formations, slope gradients, and climatic elements. The study further identified areas with high suitability for water-harvesting projects, which could support sustainable development plans in the region.

In conclusion, the researcher recommended expanding the use of geomatics techniques in natural resource management, adopting scientific programs to mitigate hydrogeomorphological hazards, and developing water-harvesting projects to promote sustainable development and improve the utilization of available resources within the study area.