Geohazards Courses and Certifications

AGU

Geohazards and Disaster Risks in the North Pacific Region - Part 2

Explore geohazards in the North Pacific, covering volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and tsunamis. Learn about monitoring techniques, historical events, and future risks from leading experts in the field.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Engineering Geology

Master the fundamentals of geological processes, structures, and phenomena essential for highway engineering, including rock properties, groundwater dynamics, and disaster prevention strategies.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Earth Sciences for Civil Engineering - Part 2

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Explore geological hazards, environmental impacts, and civil engineering applications, focusing on active faults, tsunamis, landslides, floods, and groundwater in the Indian context.

• YouTube
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Post-Fire Debris Flows Triggered by High Intensity Rain Events

Explore the science of post-fire debris flows triggered by high-intensity rain events with Emilie Richard from Washington Geological Survey, as she explains this phenomenon to Nick Zentner.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AGU

The 22 March 2014 Oso Landslide - Findings of the GEER Reconnaissance Investigation

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Findings from NSF-supported investigation of the deadliest U.S. landslide, including causes, geomorphic zones, and two-stage movement hypothesis. Risk assessment compared to international guidelines.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AGU

Future Himalayan Seismic Hazards - Lessons from the 2015 Gorkha Earthquake

Experts discuss the 2015 Gorkha earthquake's impact, future seismic risks in Nepal, and new findings on medieval quakes. Insights on predicting Himalayan landscape changes and regional hazards.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AGU

Lessons Learned from the L'Aquila Earthquake - Fall Meeting 2012 Press Conference

Experts discuss responsibilities and challenges for scientists in communicating earthquake risks, prompted by the L'Aquila earthquake case. Explores implications for natural hazard assessment and public safety.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Slippery Slopes, Steady Hands - Landslide Hazard Geologists at Washington's DNR

Discover how geologists at Washington's DNR assess and manage landslide risks through field work, hazard mapping, and public safety protocols in this comprehensive presentation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Lava Dams - Lecture 5

Explore the geological phenomenon of lava dams in this comprehensive lecture by Nick Zentner, examining their formation, impact, and significance in geological history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

Mount Meager Volcano

Explore the geological features and research findings of Mount Meager Volcano with PhD student Sarah Aufrere in this informative discussion with Hannah Shamloo and Nick Zentner.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nick Zentner

How Large was the July 29, 2025 Tsunami? - Field Evidence and Context from Past Events

Discover field evidence and historical context to understand the magnitude of the July 29, 2025 tsunami through expert geological analysis and live Q&A.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales

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Reconocer el conocimiento básico sobre los factores físicos y sociales que condicionan el riesgo de una sociedad por fenómenos extremos de origen natural (sismos, huracanes, etc.) y promover las acciones necesarias para reducir el impacto de los desastre…

• Coursera
• 17 hours 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

AGU

The Risks of Human-Induced Earthquakes

Explore the risks and sources of human-induced earthquakes, including reservoirs, fracking, and mining. Learn about the largest seismic events caused by human activities.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

AGU

The Mysterious Tsunami that Destroyed Palu, Indonesia - New Findings

Scientists present new findings on the unexpected and devastating tsunami in Palu, Indonesia, following a 2018 earthquake. Insights from fieldwork, modeling, and investigations shed light on the tsunami's unusual generation and impact.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AGU

Subsidence: Causes, Impacts, Mapping, and Ground/Satellite Monitoring - 2017 Fall Meeting

Explore causes, impacts, mapping, and monitoring of subsidence through expert presentations on ground and satellite observations, geophysical analysis, and environmental implications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video