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Physical and Historical Geology
ESC 4103 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Boston Tu 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
Explore the principles and methods of physical and historical geology to understand the natural world and the processes that contributed to the earth’s surface. Topics include plate tectonics and mountain building, earthquakes and volcanoes, geologic structures, and the effects of glaciers.
Introduction to Oceanography
ESC 4104 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Online
Discover the least-explored and largest frontier on earth. Geological, chemical, and biological components of the ocean are considered as well as the current issues regarding resource extraction and environmental protection.
(formerly Introduction to the Earth Sciences: Earth’s Oceans and Atmosphere)
Why Is the Sky Blue? A Brief Introduction to the Earth's Atmosphere
ESC 4223 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - July 21
Boston (Hybrid) M 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
The structure and composition of our earth’s atmosphere will be discussed to allow participants to understand the answers to such common questions as the one posed in the course title.
Introduction to Meteorology and Weather Forecasting
ESC 4235 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Online
This is an introductory course describing the principal causes of large scale air motions, the classification and description of the world’s climates, and storm development. Students study the science of weather forecasting, beginning with the types of data that are collected and summarized on weather maps, and how computer models assist in forecasting. The changes in the long-term cycles of the earth’s climate are also discussed.
(formerly Weather Forecasting and Climate Change)
Observational Astronomy
ESC 4239 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Burlington Th 5:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Beginning with the development of the solar system and a discussion of planets, their satellites, and asteroids, this course introduces the student to the major stars and constellations visible to the naked eye from the mid-northern latitudes. This course will examine how the motions of these celestial objects can be understood, the techniques utilized to locate specific bodies and the scientific methods used to analyze their size and composition.
Disasters, Nature’s Violence, and the Human Threat
ESC 4410 / 3 q.h.
July 23 - August 18
Boston (Hybrid) W 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
Acquire an understanding of the causes, nature, and geographical occurrence of natural and human-induced disasters. A wide variety of potential hazards and actual disasters will be examined to understand the impact surrounding such events.
Science, Technology, and Society
ESC 4685 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Online
This seminar course asks participants to consider the relationship between scientific inquiry, technological advances, and changes in society. Through readings, class discussion, and independent research, students will gain a broad perspective on the role of technology in society beginning at the dawn of history, through classical and Renaissance times, and into the Industrial Revolution to modern society.
(formerly Contemporary Issues in Science, Technology, and Society)
Environmental Science
ESC 4993 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Online
This course provides students with an introduction to the physical, biological, and social aspects of the environment. Topics include ecosystems, climate, rocks, soil, human population, land use, air and water pollution, energy use, and conservation issues. |
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