Volcanoes and Earthquakes

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Explores the Earth's volcanism and seismicity examining its nature, geographic distribution, frequency, magnitude, and relation to plate tectonics. Covers the assessment of hazards and risks associated with volcanoes and earthquakes and how communities can manage these hazards and risks. Prerequisites: GS 106 or MTH 58 or MTH 65 , or any MTH/STAT course for which MTH 58 or MTH 65 is a prerequisite, and ( WR 115 and RD 115 ) or IRW 115 or equivalent placement. Audit available. This course fulfills the following GE requirements: Science, Math, and Computer Sci/SCI