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Natural Risk Management (B-KUL-G0V77A)

3 ECTSEnglish26 Second termCannot be taken as part of an examination contractCannot be taken as part of a credit contract
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Aims

This course is taught at the VUB. (Syllabus)
 
The student acquires an overview of the different elements playing a role on controlling the relationships between natural hazards and risks. He is be able to identify the role of different actors in managing a crisis and the best practices at the different phase of development of a disaster. The student is able to critically read the literature related to risk assessment and to propose practical solution when confronted to a specific case study. Through role play, the student has experience in defending the point of view of the different actors involved in a crisis and  is aware of the difficulties of efficient organization and communication between these actors.

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Activities

2 ects. Natural Risk Management: Lectures (B-KUL-G0V77a)

2 ECTSEnglishFormat: Lecture13 Second term
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    1 ects. Natural Risk Management: Exercises (B-KUL-G0V78a)

    1 ECTSEnglishFormat: Practical13 Second term
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      Evaluation

      Evaluation: Natural Risk Management (B-KUL-G2V77a)

      Type : Exam during the examination period

      Explanation


      Permanent evaluation – participation to discussions during exercises: 20%
      Group presentation and discussion: 30%
      Oral exam: 50%