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Overview
Introduction to causes and physical characteristics of disasters such as volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, storm surge, thunderstorms, tornadoes, landslides, wind waves, meteor impacts, mass extinctions.
Topics
- Overarching Aspects
- Fragile System
- Earthquakes
- Volcanoes
- Landslides
- Storms
- Waves
- Impacts and Extinctions
- Field Trip
Resources Included
- Learning Goals Objectives
- Course Calendar
- Lecture Notes
- Assignments or Homework
- Instructor Reflection
- Course Logistics
