EARTH 151
The Ice Ages: Past and Present
This course explores the characteristic of the Earth's climate system and how the various components of that system operate to produce times when extensive ice sheets cover large parts of the Earth's surface. The role of each of the major components of the climate system is discussed in detail. Reconstructions of past climatic conditions are presented and discussed. The long term climate change associated with the most recent ice age is then contrasted with more rapid climate oscillations.
Prerequisites & course information
Enrollment restricted to first-year students, including those with sophomore standing. (3). (NS). (BS). May not be repeated for credit. Those with credit for GEOSCI 104 or EARTH 104 may only elect EARTH 151 for 2 credits.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027