The Ocean, the Atmosphere & Our Climate (106-0-01)
Instructors
Neal E Blair
847/491-8790
TECH A228
Office Hours: As arranged (n-blair@northwestern.edu)
Meeting Info
Technological Institute F285: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM
Overview of class
Most of our planet's surface is blanketed by ocean. The dynamic nature of the oceanic environment and how it influences the Earth as a whole will be explored in this course. The interconnectivity of ocean characteristics (chemistry, physics, geology, biology) will be stressed. This course includes short walking field trips to the lake front during class time.
Registration Requirements
This course includes short walking field trips to the lake front during class time. Navigating a sandy beach will be necessary for class activities.
There is no CAESAR waitlist for the course. To be considered for the waitlist, complete the following Google Form: https://bit.ly/EARTH-106-Fall2024. Students are not chosen based on waitlist order.
Teaching Method
Lectures, labs and demonstrations.
Evaluation Method
In-class assignments and activities, and homework.
Class Materials (Required)
No textbook or other materials required
Class Notes
There is no CAESAR waitlist for the course. To be considered for the waitlist, complete the following Google Form: https://bit.ly/EARTH-106-Fall2024. Students are not chosen based on waitlist order.
Class Attributes
Natural Sciences Foundational Discipline
Natural Sciences Distro Area
Associated Classes
LAB - Technological Institute F389: Fri 11:00AM - 12:50PM
LAB - Technological Institute F389: Fri 1:00PM - 2:50PM