Kerry Cato
Professor
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Professor
Geological Sciences
Education
BS Geology, Texas Tech University, 1982
MS Geology, Texas A&M University, 1985
PhD Geology, Texas A&M University, 1991
Courses/Teaching
Undergraduate:
- Geol 101-Introduction to Geology
- NSCI 315-Natural Disasters
- Geol 430-Engineering Geology
Graduate:
- Geol 555-Site Investigation & Siting
- Geol 556-Case Histories in Engineering Geology
- Geol 610-Environmental Geology
Specialization
Engineering Geology and Natural Hazards
Research and Teaching Interests
Engineering Geology - site investigations and methods, risk analysis and performance of structures, especially dams
Natural Hazards - debris flow systems and hazard policies, fault hazard evaluations
Using sUAV (small Unmanned Aerial Systems) & LIDAR imagery in teaching and research