Explores the dynamics of planet Earth with particular emphasis on the factors that make the planet habitable. Includes examination of heat balance, hydrology, geomorphology, biogeochemistry and climate history through both lecture and lab-based activities. Required for the Earth Science major, introduces students to the major concepts in contemporary Earth system science. Formerly GEOL 2001.
Small, Eric
Primary Instructor
- Fall 2018 / Fall 2019 / Spring 2021 / Fall 2021 / Spring 2023
Stempien, Jennifer A
Primary Instructor
- Spring 2019 / Summer 2019 / Spring 2020 / Fall 2020 / Summer 2021 / Spring 2022 / Fall 2022 / Fall 2023 / Fall 2024 / Spring 2025 / Spring 2026
Wing, Boswell A
Primary Instructor
- Spring 2025 / Fall 2025
