Natural Hazards
This seminar explores natural geological hazards such as floods, tsunamis, earthquakes, explosive volcanic eruptions, landslides, and meteorite impacts. It also examines catastrophic results of climate change, with an emphasis influenced by current events. Students are expected to be active participants in reading, discussions, oral presentations, and written reports.
Prerequisites & course information
Enrollment restricted to first-year students, including those with sophomore standing. (3). (NS). (BS). May not be repeated for credit. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in EARTH/ENVIRON 230. Students who have credit for GEOSCI 107 or 108 or EARTH 107 or 108 will only receive 2 credits for EARTH 147. Those who have credit for both GEOSCI 107 and 108 or EARTH 107 and 108 (or any combination thereof) may elect EARTH 147 for only 1 credit.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027