ENVS 061. Climate Change Science and Communication

(Cross-listed as BIOL 042)
Climate change is shaped by and shapes biological processes from the individual to the biome. In this course, students will develop a foundational understanding of the physical and geochemical factors underlying Earth’s changing climate, the impact of such changes on the biological systems, and the consequences for human-environment interactions. Students will also develop strategic communication skills for sustainability through practice with research-tested science communication tools. Course meetings will be split between lecture, hands-on activities, paper discussions, and workshops.
Prerequisite: BIOL 001 or BIOL 002 and one additional NSE course or permission of the instructor.
Natural sciences and engineering.
1 credit.
Eligible for ENVS, GLBL-Core
Catalog chapter: Environmental Studies
Department website: https://www.swarthmore.edu/environmental-studies

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