Extreme Geological Events
offered by Cardiff University

Public University
1 Campus
Estd. 1883

Extreme Geological Events
at
Cardiff University
Overview

Explore how extreme geological events have shaped Earth and what challenges future events might pose to our planet

Duration	3 weeks
Total fee	₹4,550
Mode of learning	Online
Difficulty level	Beginner
Official Website	Go to Website
Course Level	UG Certificate

Extreme Geological Events
at
Cardiff University
Highlights

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Extreme Geological Events
at
Cardiff University
Course details

Who should do this course?

Anyone interested in the geological history of Earth, but may be of particular interest to students looking to study Earth Science

What are the course deliverables?

Identify key events that led to the formation of the Earth
Discuss why the Earth is dynamic, able to support life and experience extreme geological events
Explore the relationship between extreme events and the emergence of simple and complex life on Earth
Identify the distinction between extreme geological events and the regular activity that occurs on our dynamic planet
Summarise the processes and triggers that lead to megaquakes, super eruptions, mega-tsunamis and megafloods

More about this course

Extreme Geological Events explores catastrophic occurrences shaping Earth's surface
This course delves into earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, and landslides. Students study the causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies for these events, fostering a deep understanding of geological processes that profoundly influence landscapes and human environments

Extreme Geological Events
at
Cardiff University
Curriculum

The formation of the Earth and how the planet became habitable

Key historical events that shaped the Earth’s surface

Differences between regular and extreme geological activity

Natural processes behind the largest floods, tsunamis, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions

Risks and hazards presented by extreme geological events

Likelihood of extreme geological events occurring in the future

Extreme Geological Events
at
Cardiff University
Faculty details

Morten Andersen

Lecture at School of Earth & Ocean Sciences, Cardiff University. I am a Geologist studying the long term chemical evolution of the Earth's surface environment.

Ernest Chi Fru

Ernest does research in Geomicrobiology, Geology and Biogeochemistry. Current focus is on biogeochemical elemental cycles linked to the evolution of life through Earth history.