Unit Award Scheme

82840 INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL HAZARDS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1locate the major earthquake and volcanic areas in the world on a given mapStudent completed work
2locate the major drought and flood areas in the world on a given mapStudent completed work
3locate the major hurricane areas in the world on a given mapStudent completed work

shown knowledge of

4the nature and causes of at least two major natural hazardsStudent completed work
5the effects of at least two major natural hazards on the populationStudent completed work
6human responses to at least two major natural hazards, eg building design in earthquake regionsStudent completed work

experienced

7taking part in a class discussion about the impact of at least one major natural hazard.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 23 February 1999Level - Entry Level