Program Overview

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Program Information

Course Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas offers a course titled GEOL 100: Natural Disasters. This course focuses on the causes of natural disasters and their impact on people and property, with a specific emphasis on geological hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and floods.

Course Details

• Course: GEOL 100
• Section: 1007
• Credits: 3 (3 max credits)
• Instructor: Koonce Jeremy
• Dates: January 20, 2026, to May 9, 2026
• Status: Open
• Call Number: 25443

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites listed for this course.

Notes

• This course satisfies the University Science Requirement.
• It is an Internet class, with instructions available on Canvas.

Program Structure

The course is designed to provide students with an understanding of natural disasters, their causes, and their effects on human populations and the environment. The focus on geological hazards makes it a unique offering within the university's science curriculum.

University Information

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, is located at 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154. The university offers a range of programs and courses, both on-campus and online, catering to diverse student needs and interests.