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Academic Year 2003/2004

Volcanology
E&ES 380 SP

This course will study the principal types of volcanoes and their behavior, hazards, benefits and the processes involved in magma generation, rise, eruption and dispersal. Essential background material in mineralogy and petrology will be presented as needed. Class participation will be important.

MAJOR READINGS

Francis, Peter, "Volcanoes, a Planetary Perspective"

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Oral presentations, term paper, two hour exams.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: E&ES101 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2004

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