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Volcanoes: Effects on Humanity and the Environment

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Course Information

Subject code

GEOL

Subject Code Description

Geology

Course Number

3010

Course Title

Volcanoes: Effects on Humanity and the Environment

Catalog Subject and Course Number

GEOL 3010

Catalog Title

Volcanoes: Effects on Humanity and the Environment

Course Description (Combined)

Prerequisite: GEOG 2000 (concurrent enrollment allowed).

This course explores the different types of volcanoes on Earth. Case studies of historical and prehistorical eruptions will examine the effects of volcanic eruptions on humanity and the environment. Planning and prediction of volcanic eruptions will be investigated. There will be a field trip to the Island of Hawai‘i to observe recent and active volcanic activity.

Credit: 3