Course Name : Earthquakes: Their Geology and Human Impact
Program :
Program Detail : Earthquake activity, focusing on California, is considered, including an overview of plate tectonics as the theory relates to earthquakes; the nature of faults; the causes, characteristics, and effects of earthquakes; and issues of public safety.
Upon completing this course, students will understand: the general concepts of plate tectonics as they relate to seismic activity; the nature of faults, especially the major faults in California; the causes, characteristics, and effects of earthquakes; issues of public safety related to seismic activity
Access to a VCR is required. The course package includes the video When the Bay Area Quakes.
Prerequisite :
Course Level : Online Certificate Courses
Course Website : http://explore.b...&action=Internet
College/University Name : UC Berkeley Extension Online