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| Winter Term 2027 Natural Hazards - 1029 - HESO 125 |
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Catalog Description : Natural disasters are commonplace and are becoming increasingly costly in terms of economic impact and loss of human life. Through readings, lectures, and interactive labs we examine the root causes of natural hazards such as landslides, flooding, earthquakes, and tsunamis. We consider also the role humans have in elevating common hazards into humanitarian disasters, including the potential impact of global climate change on future events. Attributes: Cross-Listed Course, First Year Friendly, 100-199 Introductory Course
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