GEOS 103 - Natural Disasters

Institution:

Winona State University

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Description:

An investigative exploration of significant geohazards impacting the earth with emphasis on volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides and other hill slope failures, hurricanes and tornadoes, pollution and floods. Geologic processes governing each type of disaster are explored. Prediction, impacts and mitigation potential for each hazard are examined. Lecture, no laboratory. Offered yearly.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.winona.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 457-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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