OEL 352 - Avalanche Ecology

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

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Description:

This field-based course examines how the avalanche cycle is determined by meteorological and geological processes and, in turn, how avalanches affect surrounding ecological communities. Students will understand how to gather and collect snowpack data for the purpose of predicting the likelihood of avalanches. Further, students will engage the phenomenon through field studies on skis or snowboards, by gathering and analyzing snowpack and meteorology data, through lecture, and through first-hand accounts from avalanche survivors. In addition, this course examines the impact of avalanches on human activity in alpine terrain, from both historical and modern perspectives, and particularly on modern outdoor recreation.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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