Earth Hazards
Durham
Engineering&Physical Sciences::Earth Sciences
Online Course Delivery Method:
Hybrid / Blended
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 25
Term:
Fall 2024
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Full Term (08/26/2024
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12/09/2024)
CRN:
12192
Grade Mode:
Letter Grading
Special Fees: $20.00
Introductory-level physical science course concerning Earth processes that impact humanity, with natural disasters as the focus. Topics include the causes and effects of earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, floods, and landslides. The course covers basic concepts of physical geology using hands-on-activities, small-group discussions, and in-class demonstrations and is intended for students with little or no previous experience in Earth sciences.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Instructors:
Sarah Miller
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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8/26/2024 | 12/9/2024 | Hours Arranged | ONLINE | |
8/26/2024 | 12/9/2024 | R | 10:10am - 11:30am | JAMS 244 |
Booklist
Book | Details |
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NATURAL HAZARDS
5TH 19
by KELLER
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BIG ONES
18
by JONES
Recommended
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