GEOL 104 A-Z - Special Topics in GeosciencesSemester Hours: 3
Periodically
This course provides an opportunity for students to take a unique course on a particular topic in geoscience. Topics may vary widely – for example, from the analysis of volcanism and volcanoes to the paleobiology of mass extinctions. Students must consult with the instructor each time the course is offered to determine if prior preparation for the topic to be covered is required.
Current Special Topics
GEOL 104C: Calculating and Communicating Climate Change
Students will practice techniques that scientists use to quantify the world in order to understand it. Students will write, revise, and ultimately publish a blog post based on Hope Jahren’s 2020 book “The Story of More: How We Got to Climate Change and Where to Go from Here.” Laboratory exercises will include estimations of ecosystem and travel inefficiencies, a very basic introduction to minerals and rocks, mimicking atmospheric phenomena with a rotating tank table, and calculating the effects of sea level rise. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 9 s.h. when topics vary.
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