E&ES 321
Spring 2018
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01
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| This course may be repeated for credit. |
| Crosslisting:
E&ES 521 |
| Course Cluster: Planetary Science, Planetary Science Minor |
Why are we the only planet in the solar system with oceans, plate tectonics, and life? This course examines how fundamental geologic processes operate under the unique conditions that exist on each planet. Emphasis is placed on the mechanisms that control the different evolutionary histories of the planets. Much of the course will utilize recent data from spacecraft. Readings of the primary literature will focus on planetary topics that constrain our understanding of geology as well as the history and fate of our home, the Earth. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM E&ES |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: E&ES213 OR E&ES220 OR E&ES223 OR [E&ES250 or ENVS280] |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (E&ES)(PSCI-MN) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Recent journal articles from the planetary geology literature.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Participation in class discussions, presentations and research paper. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Graduate students should enroll in E&ES521. |
| Instructor(s): Gilmore,Martha S. Times: .M.W... 01:20PM-02:40PM; Location: VVO110; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 20 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 12 | GRAD: 8 | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
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