Timeroom: Spring 2019

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 745 (01) - Isotope Geochemistry

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 56514
Special Fees: $35.00

Course focuses on the application of radiogenic, radioactive and stable isotopes to improve students' knowledge about the processes and timescales relevant to the formation of the planet and solar system, the evolution of the Earth system and interactions in the hydrosphere and biosphere. Topics include geochronology, tracer applications, Earth surface applications, as well as applications in the hydrosphere and biosphere. Systems discussed include the classic radiogenic systems (K-Ar, Rb-Sr, Sm-Nd, Lu-Hf and U-Th-Pb), traditional (H, C, N, O) as well as nontraditional (e.g., Mg, Ca, Fe) stable isotope systems, and radioactive isotopes (e.g., radiocarbon). Course consists of lecture, where students are exposed to these applications, and a lab section to work through any questions on the homework assignments, discuss relevant papers from the literature, and carry out a project. Prereq: MATH 426, CHEM 404. Special fee. Lab.

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	TR	9:40am - 11:00am	JAMS 254
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	T	2:10pm - 4:00pm	JAMS 216

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 756 (01) - Geotectonics

Credits: 3.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 56516
Special Fees: $20.00

The geological record of plate tectonics past and present. The first part of the course focuses on modern tectonic settings with an emphasis on plate geometries, geodynamical processes, and sedimentary products. The second part of the course focuses on reconstructing ancient tectonic settings with an emphasis on methodology (paleomagnetism, basin analysis, provenance) and case studies (e.g. India-Asia collision). Field trip. Prereq: ESCI 614 or ESCI 631 or permission. Special fee. Writing intensive.

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	TR	11:10am - 12:30pm	JAMS 254

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 764 (01) - Spectral Analysis of Geophysical Time Series Data

Spectral Anly Geophys Data

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 56518

This course considers basic exploratory techniques and in-depth spectral analysis for estimation with geophysical time series data, including calculations of confidence intervals and significance testing. This course prepares students for interpreting time series data with science and engineering applications. Topics include sampling theory, filtering, statistics, probability, spectral analysis, and empirical orthogonal functions. Students gain experience in code-writing for the analysis of time series data. Prereq: MATH 426.

Section Comments: Co-listed with OE 764.

Equivalent(s): OE 764

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	MWF	11:10am - 12:00pm	CHASE 105
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	T	3:40pm - 5:00pm	CHASE 175

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 764 (02) - Spectral Analysis of Geophysical Time Series Data

Spectral Anly Geophys Data

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 57244

Equivalent(s): OE 764

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	MWF	11:10am - 12:00pm	CHASE 105
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	R	11:10am - 12:30pm	CHASE 175

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 765 (01) - Paleoclimatology

Credits: 3.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 56520

Course reviews the study of past changes in the Earth's climate system. Main discussion topics include astronomical theories of ice ages, Quaternary dating methods, Antarctic and Greenland ice core records, greenhouse gases, marine-based climate proxies, glacial mega-floods, and linkages between ocean circulation and abrupt climate change. Emphasis on climate variability during the Quaternary period (the last approximately 2.6 million years), a time interval dominated by cycles of global glaciation. Lectures include discussion of recent and emerging scientific papers in order to keep pace with the latest findings in paleoclimatic research. Writing intensive.

Equivalent(s): EOS 765

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	MWF	9:10am - 10:00am	JAMS 254

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 771 (01) - Geodesy and Positioning for Ocean Mapping

Geodesy & Positioning OceanMap

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 7
CRN: 51616

The science and technology of acquiring, managing, and displaying geographically-referenced information; the size and shape of the earth, datums and projections; determination of precise positioning of points on the earth and the sea, including classical terrestrial-based methods and satellite-based methods; shoreline mapping, nautical charting and electronic charts. Prereq: MATH 426, PHYS 408. (Also listed as OE 771.)

Section Comments: Also listed as OE 771.01.

Equivalent(s): OE 771

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	MWF	10:10am - 11:00am	CHASE 130
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	R	2:10pm - 6:00pm	CHASE 175

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 778 (01) - Remote Sensing Earth & Environmental Sciences

Earth/Envi Sci Remote Sensing

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 7
CRN: 56522

Remote sensing provides insight into spatial and temporal aspects of environmental and Earth systems. Students will examine digital image processing techniques, different sensor and platform technologies, and new trends and frontiers in remote sensing science. Weekly laboratory exercises build upon conceptual knowledge, data processing skills, and development of programming skills. Applied research questions and projects will use Google Earth Engine. Hyperspectral, lidar, and unmanned aerial systems will be presented. Prereq: Undergraduate Science Course.

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	MW	6:10pm - 8:00pm	JAMS 221

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 796 (01) - Topics

Credits: 1.0 to 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 51319

Geologic, hydrologic, and oceanographic problems and independent studies by means of conferences, assigned readings, and field or laboratory work fitted by ESCI faculty to individual student needs; or new or specialized courses. Topics include geochemistry; geomorphology; geophysics; glaciology; groundwater; structural and regional geology; crystallography; mineralogy; petrology; thermodynamics; ore deposits; earth resource policy; paleontology; sedimentation; stratigraphy; water resources management; chemical, physical, and geological oceanography; earth systems. Also, senior synthesis and earth science teaching methods. Special fee on some topics.

Section Comments: Students should register for section 01 unless their specific topic is listed. Sign up for a specific topic through the Earth Sciences Department Office.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated up to 3 times.

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019		Hours Arranged	TBA

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 796 (02) - Top/Biogeochemistry

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Full Term (01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 7
CRN: 56524

Section Comments: Prereq: One semester of biology & two semesters of chemistry OR permission. Co-listed with NR 744.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated up to 3 times.

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/22/2019	5/6/2019	TR	11:10am - 12:30pm	JAMS G54

Additional Course Details:

Biogeochemistry course description - Examines the influence of biological and physical processes on elemental cycling and geochemical transformations from the molecular to the global scale, involving microorganisms, higher plants and animals and whole ecosystems; factors that regulate element cycles including soils, climate, disturbance and human activities; interactions among the biosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and atmosphere; transformations of C, N, S, and trace elements. Prereq: one semester biology and two semesters of chemistry or permission.

Durham Engineering&Physical Sciences :: Earth Sciences

ESCI 796 (04) - Topics/Iceland Field Trip

Credits: 1.0
Term: Spring 2019 - Half Term II (03/18/2019 - 05/06/2019)
Grade Mode: Credit/Fail Grading

Class Size: 18
CRN: 57563

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated up to 3 times.

Only listed campus in section: Durham, Manchester

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
3/18/2019	5/6/2019	R	5:30pm - 7:00pm	JAMS 216