An introduction to earthquakes and volcanoes through theory, active learning assignments, and case studies. Using the basic principles of plate tectonics, students will learn why, where and how earthquakes and volcanoes occur. The hazards associates with earthquakes and volcanic eruptions will be discussed, as well as their societal implications in both the United States and the developing world. Earthquake and volcanic hazard mitigation techniques will be addressed. In addition, earthquake hazards in the central United States will be discussed.
Prefix:
EES
Course Number:
150
Semester:
Spring 2017
Year:
2017030
Credits:
3.0
It seems like volcanic eruptions and earthquakes have increased in number and intensity over the past 10 years. Is this true? Will the New Madrid Fault generate an earthquake that will flatten the Midwest? Will the Yellowstone supervolcano erupt in our lifetime and devastate the western U.S.? This visuallybased course will help students understand why, where, when and how volcanoes and earthquakes occur, with particular emphasis on the impacts on humans. UK Core Intellectual Inquiry Quantitative Foundations.