Middlebury

ECSC0111A-F24

Natural Hazards

Natural Hazards
Despite increasing technological sophistication, modern civilization remains vulnerable to natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, flooding, landslides, extraterrestrial impacts, and other events. In this course we will consider the geologic mechanisms behind these hazards, the societal implications of these hazards, and approaches to reducing risk. Case studies will be combined with exploration of fundamental geologic concepts to provide students a foundation for understanding risk exposure and evaluating approaches to hazard management. (Not open to students who have taken GEOL 0112 or 0170) 3 hrs. lect./1 hr. disc. (formerly GEOL 0111)
Course Reference Number (CRN):
92041
Subject Code:
ECSC
Course Number:
0111
Section Identifier:
A

Course

ECSC 0111

All Sections in Fall 2024

Fall 2024

ECSC0111A-F24 Lecture (Peters)