Natural Hazards and Disasters ((3 Credit Hours))

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Course examines the dynamic geological and meteorological processes that create hazards to human life, structures, and activities. Hazards investigated include earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and landslides. Hazard recognition, avoidance, and mitigation are also examined. IAI Code P1 905. Typical offering schedule: fall, spring