MARS 474 - History of the Earth and Climate

Institution:

University of San Diego

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Description:

A survey of the history of the earth system focusing on ocean-atmosphere-ice sheet dynamics and their interaction on past global climate change. Topics include geologic record of past climate cycles, causal mechanisms of past climate change, and the scientific basis of global warming. Three lectures per week. Prerequisites: ENVI 110 and MARS 120, or consent of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sandiego.edu

Phone Number:

(619) 260-4600

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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