GEOL 112 - Hazards, Risks of Earthquakes and Volcanoes

3 units
How, where and why earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. Analysis of hazards posed by earthquakes and volcanoes. Risks incurred by humankind due to these hazards. Minimizing risk; economic, social and political problems associated with earthquakes. GE Area: R.

Satisfies SJSU Studies R: Earth & Environment.

Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Writing Skills Test (WST) or ENGL 100A / LLD 100A with a C or better (C- not accepted), completion of Core General Education and upper division standing are prerequisites to all SJSU studies courses. Completion of, or co-registration in, 100W is strongly recommended.
Grading: Graded

Note(s): All of SJSU Studies courses require completion of the WST and upper division standing.

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