Category: Environmental
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EARTHSC 2GG3: Natural Disasters
Natural hazards and disasters affect every society on earth on an on-going basis. We will be examining the physical and social causes of these disasters as well as their consequences for society and the environment. Some of the topics covered include volcanoes, earthquakes, flooding, wildfires and slope failure.
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EARTHSC 3V03: Environmental Geophysics
Introduction to principles and applications of geophysics in groundwater and environmental investigations. Practical demonstrations in magnetics, gravity, shallow seismic, radar, borehole logging, surface EM and electrical methods. [3 units]
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ENVIRSC 1C03: Climate, Water, and Environment
An introduction to the science of environmental issues and sustainability through the study of the soil, climate and water processes. [3 units]
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EARTHSC 1G03: Earth and the Environment
An introduction to Earth’s composition and processes including topics such as rocks, fossils, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, and glaciers. We will consider the interactions between people and Earth’s environments and the implications for sustainable development. Two field trips will be held during regular lab periods. [3 units]
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