EAS (0112) 201 - Climate Change

Credits: 3.00

Students will investigate Earth’s climate system, the scientific principles that govern climate and climate change, and the implications for society. Also covered are adaptation and mitigation strategies aimed at countering negative impacts of global climate change, as well as the special role energy usage plays in affecting climate.

Distribution Requirement Natural Sciences

Free Note: Cross-listed with ENV (0125) 201

Course Learning Goals: Upon completion of this course students will:
1) Define in a fundamental way what climate is and what climate encompasses.
2) Identify climate change principles and how climate works.
3) Describe the way climate varies through time.
4) Elaborate on how we as humans interact with climate and how climate variations affect us.