Geography: Natural Hazards and Disasters
Course Intro
- Explore Earth’s inherent vulnerabilities and natural calamities impacting human lives.
- Understand the dynamic forces shaping landscapes, from seismic events to volcanic eruptions.
Course Description
This course examines the natural phenomena that threaten human populations, infrastructure and the environment. The course will cover a range of topics including but not limited to earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, wildfires, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, droughts, and pandemics. Students will learn about the physical processes that cause natural hazards, and how they are affected by human activities and climate change.
Who is this Course for?
This course is ideal for secondary 3 students. Whether you are a student of geography, an aspiring scientist, or simply intrigued by natural phenomena, this course offers valuable insights into the field of natural hazards and disasters.
What you will Learn?
- Throughout this course, you will learn about the diverse range of natural hazards, including earthquakes, volcanoes, and more.
- Gain insights into the movement of tectonic plates and their impact on the Earth’s surface.
- Understand the formation, types, and distribution of volcanoes, as well as the risks and benefits associated with living near them.
- Explore the causes and features of earthquakes, and discover the preparedness measures and responses employed by individuals and communities to mitigate their effects.
Key Takeaways
- Understand the concept of natural hazards and their types.
- Explore the movements and boundaries of tectonic plates.
- Discover the formation, types, and distribution of volcanoes.
- Gain insights into the causes and features of earthquakes.
- Learn about the preparedness measures and responses to earthquakes.
Why Learn from doerdo Tuition Course?
Experienced Teachers: Our expert ex-MOE teachers provide top-notch guidance and support.
Real-time Performance Tracking: Parents can monitor students’ progress through detailed insights.
After-Class Support: Students receive help and clarification from teachers beyond class hours.
Al-Based Assessments: Benefit from Al-generated tests and homework for personalized learning.
Engaging Content: Interactive learning resources make studying science enjoyable and effective.
Course Curriculum
| Natural Hazards and its types – Introduce students to the concept of natural hazards, including earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis, and provide examples to enhance understanding. |
| Tectonic Plates – Explain the movement of tectonic plates and their impact on the Earth’s surface. Discuss different plate boundaries, such as divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries, highlighting their characteristics. |
| Volcanoes – Explore the formation, types, and distribution of volcanoes. Discuss the risks and benefits of living near volcanic areas. Provide examples to illustrate the concepts. |
| Earthquakes and its Features – Discuss the causes and features of earthquakes, including seismic waves, fault lines, and magnitude. Explain the risks associated with living in earthquake-prone areas and highlight notable historical earthquakes. |
| Responses of People to Earthquakes – Highlight the preparedness measures individuals and communities can take to mitigate the impact of earthquakes. Discuss short-term responses such as search and rescue operations and long-term responses such as infrastructure planning and seismic building codes. Provide examples of successful response strategies. |
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Young Wai Keong Vincent
Mary Lin An Chin
Suriawati Binte Sulaimi
Tan Qianru
Yee Hong Ng
