GEOL0362Z-F21
Glaciology
Lab
Glaciology
In this course we will detail the fundamental role of ice in Earth's climate system, integrating insights from observation, theory, and computer modelling to form a cohesive understanding of glaciers and ice sheets. We will study the unique physics that allow glaciers to flow and break, the power of ice in shaping the landscape, and the flow of water from atmosphere to glacier to ocean and back again. Discussions will treat recent developments in glaciology, as well as the role of glaciology in society. A final project will invite students to develop expertise on a glaciological question of their choosing. (MATH 0122 and two 200-level courses in GEOL/GEOG, or by instructor approval; MATH 0223 is recommended)
In this course we will detail the fundamental role of ice in Earth's climate system, integrating insights from observation, theory, and computer modelling to form a cohesive understanding of glaciers and ice sheets. We will study the unique physics that allow glaciers to flow and break, the power of ice in shaping the landscape, and the flow of water from atmosphere to glacier to ocean and back again. Discussions will treat recent developments in glaciology, as well as the role of glaciology in society. A final project will invite students to develop expertise on a glaciological question of their choosing. (MATH 0122 and two 200-level courses in GEOL/GEOG, or by instructor approval; MATH 0223 is recommended)
- Term:
- Fall 2021
- Location:
- McCardell Bicentennial Hall 417(MBH 417)
- Schedule:
- 1:30pm-4:15pm on Tuesday (Sep 13, 2021 to Dec 13, 2021)
- Type:
- Lab
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Lizz Ultee
- Subject:
- Geology
- Department:
- Geology
- Division:
- Natural Sciences
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92894
- Subject Code:
- GEOL
- Course Number:
- 0362
- Section Identifier:
- Z