Extreme Geological Events
Explore how extreme geological events have shaped Earth and what challenges future events might pose to our planet.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for anyone interested in the geological history of Earth, but may be of particular interest to students looking to study Earth Science.
What topics will you cover?
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
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
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.
Explore how extreme events have shaped and impacted our planet
