AOSC 123 - Causes and Implications of Global Change

Institution:
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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Description:
Also offered as GEOG123, and GEOL123. Credit will be granted for only one of the following: AOSC123, GEOG123, GEOL123, or METO123. Formerly METO123. This course offers a unique experience in integrating physical, chemical, geological and biological sciences with geographical, economic, sociological and political knowledge skills toward a better understanding of global change. Review of environmental science relating to weather and climate change, acid precipitation, ozone holes, global warming and impacts on biology, agriculture and human behavior. Study of the natural, long-term variability of the global environment, and what influence mankind may have in perturbing it from its natural evolution. Concepts of how physical, biological and human behavioral systems interact, and the repercussions which may follow from human endeavors. The manner in which to approach decision and policy making related to issues of global change.
Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(410) 651-2200
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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