By completing this course, the student should be able to:

1. Use appropriate terminology
2. Demonstrate understanding of the geological, hydrological, and atmospheric conditions of the Earth associated with the different processes that generate hazards;
3. Explain the fundamental processes associated with natural disasters;
4. Know the grounds for determining the hazard;
5. Know the factors that constrain vulnerability and the methods of assessing the associated risks on people and infrastructure.
6. Know the mitigation strategies used to minimize the impact of natural disasters

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