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