GNSCI 144 - Biological Science: Global Climate Change

Credits: (4)
This course is designed to fulfill the Natural World Domain requirement. It explores the nature of science through in-depth discovery of issues related to global climate change. Students will gain an understanding of the scientific worldview, the process of scientific inquiry, the enterprise of science, and the role of science in history and society. By using quantitative reasoning and critical thinking, students will solve problems in an integrated lecture and lab setting. Using data from the most recent assessment report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the course will address causes of and evidence for climate change. We will discuss current and future impacts of climate change on biodiversity and human welfare (including human health, food and water security, and national security). We will also explore strategies for mitigation of and adaptation to climate change. (As needed)