Hybrid Course Linking Natural Hazards with Probability and Statistics
Publication: Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 132, Issue 3
Abstract
The incorporation of data from the physical environment allows a standard civil engineering probability and statistics course to double as an introduction to natural hazards. The requirement of a related term paper adds to the exposure. An established course, using such an arrangement, is described in this technical note.
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Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice
Volume 132 • Issue 3 • July 2006
Pages: 217 - 223
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© 2006 ASCE.
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Received: May 4, 2004
Accepted: Jan 6, 2005
Published online: Jul 1, 2006
Published in print: Jul 2006
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