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GEOL 131 - Geology and Land Use Mgmt

Examines the geologic factors important to making wise land-use decisions. Hazards of development in areas prone to earthquakes, volcanoes, flooding, mass-wasting, and shoreline erosion are considered, together with hazard reduction measures. The impact of development on resources such as soil and groundwater is also considered. This course meets General Education requirements: Scientific Understanding, Lab and new Fall 2017 Natural Sciences Lab. Typically Offered Fall Only
Level: UG
Field of Study Restriction: MAJOR-EHS, MAJOR-EHST, MAJOR-SURE

Credit Hours: 3

Ferris Equivalencies:

Department: PHYS


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