* EPS 0300a, Mass Extinctions  Lidya Tarhan

Mass extinctions have repeatedly reshaped life in the oceans and on land over our planet’s history. These extinctions, although all massive, have ranged widely in magnitude, and were followed by different tempos and modes of ecosystem recovery. This course explores historical conceptualization and recent investigations of mass extinctions. We interrogate potential drivers—and the tools used to diagnose them—of some of Earth’s most severe extinctions, including the emergence of new species and new behaviors, meteorite impacts, volcanism, the configuration of tectonic plates, global warming and glaciation. Drawing upon a combination of scientific literature, popular science and works of fiction, we also discuss whether we are in the midst of a sixth mass extinction and explore predicted and imagined post-extinction landscapes. Enrollment limited to first-year students.  WR, SC
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* EPS 0800b / APHY 0800b and APHY 1000b / ENAS 0800b and ENAS 1000b / EVST 0080b and EVST 1000b / PHYS 0800b and PHYS 1000b, Energy, Environment, and Public Policy  Daniel Prober

The technology and use of energy. Impacts on the environment, climate, security, and economy. Application of scientific reasoning and quantitative analysis. Intended for non–science majors with strong backgrounds in math and science. Tours are be conducted of major examples of good energy design at Yale, including the Yale Power Plant and Kroon Hall. Students who take this course are not eligible to take APHY 100. Prerequisites: High school chemistry, physics, and Math. Calculus is not required. Enrollment limited to first-year students.  QR, SC
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 1000a / EVST 1001a, Natural Disasters  Maureen Long

Natural events and their impact on humanity and the built environment. Earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, landslides, coastal flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, and meteoritic impacts. Hazard mitigation strategies. Consequences of global warming.  SC
MWF 11:35am-12:25pm

EPS 1010a / EVST 1010a, Climate Change  Mary-Louise Timmermans and Catherine Pomposi

An introductory course that explores the science of global climate change. We analyze processes that regulate the climate on Earth, assess the scientific evidence for global warming, and discuss consequences of climate change. We explore Earth’s climate history as it relates to the present climate as well as future climate projections. Uncertainty in the interpretation of climate observations and future projections are examined.   SC
MW 11:35am-12:50pm

* EPS 1050b / APHY 1000b / ENAS 1000b / EVST 1000b / PHYS 1000b, Energy, Environment, and Public Policy  Daniel Prober

The technology and use of energy. Impacts on the environment, climate, security, and economy. Application of scientific reasoning and quantitative analysis. Intended for non–science majors with strong backgrounds in math and science.  QR, SC
MW 2:35pm-3:50pm

* EPS 2610a / EVST 2610a, Minerals and Human Health  Ruth Blake

Earth Materials (Minerals) and Human Health is an introduction to the rapidly expanding fields of Medical Geology and Medical Mineralogy/Geochemistry and is concerned with the environmental and human health consequences of naturally-occurring geological materials and their spatial relations with impacted human populations. Overarching goals are to impart an understanding of Earth as the source of all materials that support and permit daily life and the chemical, physical and biological processes that shape the environment and impact human health.  Topics will cover the transport and transformations of elements in rocks/soil/air/ water; their uptake and cycling by microbes, plants and animals; and changes generated through human activities.  High school chemistry minimum, introductory college-level chemistry preferred. Background in geology, geochemistry, biology, biochemistry, statistics, GIS, etc. will be useful for discussions on environmental issues, societal/health impacts etc...  A writing course (e.g. ENG 1014) will be useful for preparing term papers and weekly short reports.  SC
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 2740a, Fossil Fuels and World Energy  Jeffrey Park

The origins, geologic settings, exploration, distribution, and extraction of coal, oil, and natural gas as finite Earth resources. The role of fossil fuels in the world's energy systems; environmental impacts of fossil fuels, including climate change; the transition to low-carbon energy sources. Prerequisites: high school chemistry, mathematics, and Earth science. Recommended preparation: EPS 1100 or 2050.  SC
TTh 1:05pm-2:20pm

EPS 3190a, Introduction to the Physics and Chemistry of Earth Materials  Shun-ichiro Karato

Basic principles that control the physical and chemical properties of Earth materials. Thermodynamics, equation of state, phase transformations, elastic properties and phase diagrams. After CHEM 1610, 1650, or 1670, MATH 1200, and PHYS 181, or equivalents.  QR, SC
TTh 1:05pm-2:20pm

EPS 3350a, Physical Oceanography  Alexey Fedorov

An introduction to ocean dynamics and physical processes controlling large-scale ocean circulation, the Gulf Stream, wind-driven waves, tsunamis, tides, coastal upwelling, and other phenomena. Modern observational, theoretical, and numerical techniques used to study the ocean. The ocean's role in climate and global climate change. After PHYS 1810 and MATH 1200 or equivalents, or with permission of instructor.  QR, SC
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* EPS 3450a, Paleoecology  Pincelli Hull

How organisms have interacted with one another and the environment has changed dramatically through the history of life. The species and ecosystems we see today, with their myriad interactions and influences, are in many ways very unusual in a historical context. What’s more, the evolution of ecosystems has profoundly shaped and driven the evolution of species and the earth system over billions of years. For students of (macro)evolution, geobiology, paleontology, and earth system science, a foundation in paleoecology is essential for understanding the dynamics and drivers of these interrelated systems. To this end, this course is designed to provide students with i) a basic literacy in core concepts of paleoecology, ii) deeper insights into a few major topics, and iii) basic analytical methods with which to ask and answer novel questions of the fossil record.  Prerequisite: EPS 1250, BIOL 1040, or permission of the instructor.  SC
MW 2:35pm-3:50pm

EPS 3500a, Rock Formation in Mountain Belts  Jay Ague

The fundamental principles governing the formation of metamorphic and igneous rocks during mountain building. Topics include processes of heat and mass transfer in orogenic belts, generation of igneous rocks in continental and subduction settings, ultrahigh pressure and ultrahigh temperature metamorphism, spatial and temporal patterns of petrologic processes throughout geologic time, and pressure-temperature-time paths of metamorphic and igneous rocks. Prerequisites: EPS2200 or with permission of instructor.   SC  0 Course cr
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* EPS 4870a, Individual Study in Earth and Planetary Sciences  Juan Lora

Individual study for qualified undergraduates under faculty supervision. To register for this course, each student must submit a written plan of study, approved by the adviser, to the director of undergraduate studies. May be taken more than once for credit.  ½ Course cr
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* EPS 4880a, Research in Earth and Planetary Sciences  Juan Lora

Individual study for qualified juniors and seniors under faculty supervision. To register for this course, each student must submit a written plan of study, approved by the adviser, to the director of undergraduate studies.
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* EPS 4900a, Research and Senior Thesis  Juan Lora

Two terms of independent library, laboratory, field, or modeling-based research under faculty supervision. To register for this course, each student must submit a written plan of study, approved by a faculty adviser, to the director of undergraduate studies by the start of the senior year. The plan requires approval of the full EPS faculty.
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* EPS 4920a, The Senior Essay  Juan Lora

One term of independent library, laboratory, field, or modeling-based research under faculty supervision. To register for this course, each student must submit a written plan of study, approved by a faculty adviser, to the director of undergraduate studies at the beginning of the term in which the essay is to be written.
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