Geological Disasters

Course Information

This course studies the events, the causes and the effects of some of the world’s greatest geological natural disasters. The course examines disasters associated with earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, weather, hurricanes, floods, fires, extinctions and impacts from space. Each type of disaster contains a geologic or scientific component. The disasters are examined in terms of their geologic or scientific origins, their locations, their effects and impact on human lives and settlements. Advice is given as to how best to prepare for and defend yourself against these disasters.

Intake S26 SEM

Start Date May 12 / 2026

End Date Aug 18 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

n/a

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
DU-GNED1580

Host college code:
SL-CSSL27

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).  For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register.

Contact

Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca

2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON
L1H 7L7

Phone : (905) 721-3052

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