SIO 170Volcanology
This class will introduce students to the fundamentals of the science of volcanology. Topics explored will include the processes and products of various types of volcanism, magma genesis, eruptive mechanisms, in addition to volcanic monitoring, hazards and mitigation. Students may not receive credit for both SIO 170 and SIO 170GS.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “SIO 100 and CHEM 6A or CHEM 6AH, or consent of instructor.”
Where it sits in degree plans
One of the options in (2)
- Environmental Systems—Earth Sciences (B.S.)
- Geosciences (B.S.)
Courses that list SIO 170 as a prerequisite (1)
- SIO 170L Introduction to Volcanology—Field Experience