Description

Identification natural phenomena earthquake, flood, drought, storm, cyclone and tsunami. Type of weathers and classification of regions plains, mountains and arid zones. Hazards frequency amplitude and probability of occurrence. Climate models and climate change impact on natural hazards. Exposed zones and vulnerability of population and constructions. Cost estimate of damages and losses. Diverse methods of transferring disaster risk. Methods to improve society and buildings resilience to disaster.

Program

Master of Engineering (MEng)

Objectives

• The course aims at Learning the disaster risk management approach. Identifying regional disasters frequency. Understanding the relation between climate change and natural hazards. Enabling the student to evaluate the disaster damages and losses. Raising awareness about disaster impact and importance of preparedness to disaster before occurrence.