The emphasis of this course will be on the interaction of man and the geologic environment. Natural hazards such as floods, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides and human-induced hazards relating to geologic and hydrologic systems are the major topics. The geologic effects and consequences of land development will be discussed as well as land-use planning from a geological perspective.
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture
Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM E&ES Grading Mode: Student Option
Prerequisites: NONE
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