Global Warming I The Science and Modeling of Climate Change
This class describes the science of global warming and the forecast for humans’ impact on Earth’s climate. Intended for an audience without much scientific background but a healthy sense of curiosity, the class brings together insights and perspectives from physics, chemistry, biology, earth and atmospheric sciences, and even some economics—all based on a foundation of simple mathematics (algebra).
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Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Overview
Week 2
Heat, Light, and Energy
Week 3
First Climate Model
Week 4
Greenhouse Gases and the Atmosphere
Week 5
The Structure of the Atmosphere
Week 6
Weather and Climate
Week 7
Feedbacks
Week 8
The Carbon Cycle
Week 9
The Perturbed Carbon Cycle
Week 10
Looking for a Human Impact on Climate
Week 11
Potential Impacts
Week 12
Mitigation
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
I found this course very interesting and informative and it has helped me understand and debate climate change to a much greater capacity
Good course! in hindsight i wish i bought the book at the beginning/there were some written summaries/pdfs of the key points.
This is an interesting and challenging course but I love it!! Get an idea of how models and programs are used to analyze climate issues.
A great introductory course into Global Warming as well as modelling which gives you a better insight into what is actually happening with our planet. Started another course and it all fits in.
