Course Schedule and Catalog

Department: *Earth Science*

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Distribution Group: Distribution Group III

Credit Hours: 3

Description: CRISES OF THE EARTH ***** DISTRIBUTION COURSE GROUP 3 ***** Study of how geological and environmental crises have affected the earth throughout history. Includes meteorite impacts, global extinctions, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and the effect of humans on the environment, as well as an overview of the historical perspectives, scientific background, and development of these processes, the development of predictive scenarios, and society's adaptions to such hazards. Offered in alternate years.