Climate: Past, Present, and Future

Undergraduate catalogue cross-listing

Are human activities changing our climate? Is climate change a major problem? To answer these questions, we will learn the basics of how Earth's climate works and how climate shapes environments. We will also investigate past climate changes and identify the most important ways in which climate change can affect the natural world and humans. Finally, we will use climate science to evaluate possible responses and solutions. The course is designed for students from all majors - no science background required - while still offering a comprehensive overview for any student seeking to pursue climate science or a climate-related topic.