GEOL 435 - Volcanology

3 Credit Hours

This course is designed to provide an in-depth study of volcanic processes, both terrestrial and on other planets. Classes will focus on the basic geologic principles necessary to understand the location of volcanic features, varieties of magma compositions, and the effects these variations may have on eruptive styles and landforms. In addition, we will consider the risks people take by living near active volcanoes and what governments can do and are doing to mitigate those risks. By the end of this semester students should be able to discuss knowledgably the formation and eruption mechanisms of volcanoes, understand how composition effects volcanic output, recognize risks, both volcanic and non-volcanic, to populations living in the vicinity of volcanoes, and discuss ways to monitor and mitigate those risks.

(RE) Prerequisite(s): GEOL 101* or permission of instructor.

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GEOL 435 - Volcanology