Climatic Extremes

Course Details

  • Acronym OCEAN 450
  • Instructor(s) Julian Sachs
  • Quarter Winter 2026
  • Credits 4
  • Meeting Times Pending confirmation
  • Fullfills Climate Minor (O)
  • Prerequisites Instructor Approval

Course Description

Course examines Earth history for extreme climatic conditions to predict future climate changes. Numerical climate models use PC-based computer programs to identify processes and feedbacks that control climate.