GEOL 122 - Natural Disasters

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 2 Hours
Attribute: 2 NS

“Civilization exists by geologic consent, subject to change without notice” is a quotation often ascribed to historian Will Durant. In this course we will explore the various ways in which Nature can partially or wholly revoke this consent. Emphasis will be placed on the geologic origin of natural hazards such as volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and meteorite impacts as well as their impacts on society. Enrollment Limit: 30.
Instructor: K. LaBlanc