Earth and Ocean Science Courses (EOS)

graduate level, taught in Durham

240. Introduction to Modeling in the Earth Sciences. Elementary methods for quantitatively modeling problems in the earth sciences. Formulation and solution of classical equations that express fundamental behaviors of fluids, sediments, and rocks. Examples from different fields of geology. Simple modeling exercises, including a final project. Consent of instructor required. Instructors: Haff, Murray, and Pratson. 3 units.