| as of 7/2/2022 |
NATURAL HAZARDS |
| Country - Partner Institution - Programs: | Netherlands - Utrecht University - 'Utrecht Univ.' |
| UC Course Subject | Geography
Earth and Space Sciences |
| Number & Suffix: | 100 |
| Full UC Title: | NATURAL HAZARDS |
| Transcript Title: | NATURAL HAZARDS |
| UC QTR Units - Division: | 6.0 - Upper Division |
| Course Description: | This course offers a study of natural hazards and disasters. A number of recent developments are examined including: ongoing climate change; the increasing connections between economies which may cause, for example, the next earthquake in Tokyo or California to have global repercussions; modern media showing the tsunami in Thailand real-time into our homes; refugee flows; and climate conflicts. The course is divided into four distinct parts. The first part discusses Earth aspects of natural disasters, prediction, warning, and preparedness; the second part explores short and long term consequences such as damage, economic consequences, adaptation techniques, and insurance strategies; the third part considers social-emotional consequences of disasters and loss, society perspectives on natural hazards and integration into everyday life; and lastly the fourth part of the course reviews an integrated perspective on a recent natural disaster. The course consists of lectures, working groups, lab assignments, homework assignments, and literature study. Students actively participate in class activities and prepare for class meetings in advance. |
| Language of Instruction: | English
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| Partner Title: | NATURAL HAZARDS |
| Partner University Department: | Earth Sciences |
| Partner University Course Number: | GEO2-4211 |