Natural Hazards and Human Society
General
Prefix
AHS
Course Number
106
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Interaction of human societies with natural hazards spanning atmospheric, hydrologic and geologic processes is discussed based upon in-depth case studies. Effect of the hazards on human society and the effect of human action on exacerbating the hazards.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
Yes
MN Goal Designation(s)
03, 10
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Make observations of images related to earth processes and hazards and communicate what they are seeing.
Outcome
Analyze an earth environmental or hazard situation and identify who may be affected and what kinds of decisions must be made. Identify the pros and cons of such decisions.
Outcome
Increase their own awareness of the natural world around them and how it impacts their own lives.
Outcome
Evaluate the scientific basis of earth hazards and environmental issues and make informed decisions in their lives as citizens.