EACS220
Dynamical Climate
Subject code
EACS
Course Number
220
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
Department/Program Faculty
Course Long Title
Dynamical Climate
Cross Listed Courses
Description
An introduction to the dynamical behavior of climate on geologic and human timescales. Simple conceptual models are developed, with the goal of understanding the role of feedback, stability, and abrupt changes. Topics include the basic physics of climate, El Niño/La Niña, climate models, the greenhouse effect and global warming, and glacial cycles. Python is used as the main computational tool; no prior experience is required. Prerequisite(s): MATH 106; and any 100-level earth and climate sciences course or PHYS 109.
Modes of Inquiry
Quantitative and Formal Reasoning [QF], Scientific Reasoning [SR]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
GEC This Course Belongs To
-
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years
Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year