Under the influence of climate change and urban development, landslides are becoming one of the most common natural hazards in China and around the world. In this course, landslide (debris flow) disasters will be the major focus. Mechanisms, process, mitigation measures and risk assessment will be discussed. The course will arise the students’ awareness and prepare necessary background knowledge for them to manage urban safety targeting landslide disasters.

CILO-1: Interpret the landslide mechanisms based on fundamental soil mechanics and limit equilibrium theory. CILO-2: Apply limit equilibrium analysis for slope stability evaluation indicating with factor of safety. CILO-3: Apply the design code of slope stabilization on slope management and design measures including major earth retaining structures. CILO-4: Determine the risk of individual slopes and regional landslide areas using risk assessment framework. CILO-5: Propose the risk assessment research and management plans for landslide-prone areas under different triggering mechanisms.