NASC 5120 - Earth Science in Global Context, MSC

Credits: 3
One in a series of three courses investigating earth as a system. Emphasizes the lithosphere and atmosphere and their interactions with the hydrosphere and biosphere. Examines the interplay between tectonic processes, earth’s radiation balance, ocean processes, ozone depletion and the greenhouse effect. Includes evaluation of methods of measuring and monitoring these phenomena.

Prerequisite: graduate standing and teaching certification in elementary, middle school or general science; or, graduate standing and concurrent enrollment in a program leading to teach certification in elementary, middle school or general science education.