Undergraduate Program

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Spring 2023

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
EESC 100-1 Intro to Oceanography Chiara Borrelli TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
This class is in basic oceanography. Oceanography is the study of marine systems from a physical, chemical, geological, and biological point of view. In this class, we will explore the formation and structure of the oceanic basins, the geochemistry of seawater and sediments, the ocean circulation patterns, and the composition and distribution of biological populations as a function of different physical and chemical variables. At the end of the semester, we will discuss some special topics, such as global warming and ocean acidification, overfishing, and coastal pollution. Clusters:N1 INT 003N1 INT 015N1 EES 007N1 EES 004 Location Gavett Hall Room 206 (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 103-1 Intro to Environmental Science Karen Berger MWF 11:50AM - 12:40PM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Students are required to register for a weekly recitation. Location Bausch & Lomb Room 109 (MWF 11:50AM - 12:40PM)
EESC 103-2 Intro to Environmental Science-Rec Karen Berger R 2:00PM - 3:15PM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Location Lechase Room 148 (R 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
EESC 103-3 Intro to Environmental Science-Rec Karen Berger W 3:25PM - 4:40PM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Location Lechase Room 181 (W 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 103-4 Intro to Environmental Science-Rec Karen Berger F 10:25AM - 11:40AM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Location Lechase Room 161 (F 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
EESC 103-5 Intro to Environmental Science-Rec Karen Berger R 12:30PM - 1:45PM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Location Lechase Room 161 (R 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
EESC 103-6 Intro to Environmental Science-Rec Karen Berger R 3:25PM - 4:40PM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Location Lechase Room 160 (R 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 103-8 Intro to Environmental Science-Rec Karen Berger F 10:25AM - 11:40AM
A comprehensive overview of fundamental scientific concepts in environmental science and the interactions between humans and their environment. Modules address ecological and human systems; air and water; energy and climate; and food and waste. The goals are to provide students with critical thinking skills and a level of scientific literacy for further study of environmental issues and to create informed and engaged citizens and consumers. Location Lechase Room 160 (F 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
EESC 201-1 Evolution of the Earth Rory Cottrell MWF 10:25AM - 11:15AM
Historical geology encompasses the (1) dynamic history of the physical earth: the development of land forms, rise and fall of ancient seas, movements of continents, etc., and (2) the evolution of historical geology such as paleontology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, geochronology, and plate tectonics, and a chronological survey of earth and life history, emphasizing the evolution of North America. Location Meliora Room 203 (MWF 10:25AM - 11:15AM)
EESC 201-2 Evolution of the Earth - Lab Rory Cottrell R 2:00PM - 4:40PM
Historical geology encompasses the (1) dynamic history of the physical earth: the development of land forms, rise and fall of ancient seas, movements of continents, etc., and (2) the evolution of historical geology such as paleontology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, geochronology, and plate tectonics, and a chronological survey of earth and life history, emphasizing the evolution of North America. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (R 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 201-3 Evolution of the Earth - Lab Rory Cottrell M 2:00PM - 4:40PM
Historical geology encompasses the (1) dynamic history of the physical earth: the development of land forms, rise and fall of ancient seas, movements of continents, etc., and (2) the evolution of historical geology such as paleontology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, geochronology, and plate tectonics, and a chronological survey of earth and life history, emphasizing the evolution of North America. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (M 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 201-4 Evolution of the Earth - Lab Rory Cottrell T 2:00PM - 4:40PM
Historical geology encompasses the (1) dynamic history of the physical earth: the development of land forms, rise and fall of ancient seas, movements of continents, etc., and (2) the evolution of historical geology such as paleontology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, geochronology, and plate tectonics, and a chronological survey of earth and life history, emphasizing the evolution of North America. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (T 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 204-1 Earth Materials Julia Masny MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or permission of instructor Most of the Earth–from surface to core– is made up of crystalline material (minerals), but with important minor components of water-rich fluids and magmas which are responsible for the destruction and creation of new minerals. Together these ‘earth materials’ – and the processes responsible for them coming into being – have shaped Earth for over 4.5 billion years. We will explore the properties of earth materials including their atomic structure, their physical and chemical stability, and the basic principles that govern the chemical composition, occurrence, structure, and classification of minerals. A portion of the course will be devoted to the study of other terrestrial bodies (e.g., Mars and the Moon) and meteorites that make up the primordial building material for planets that we see today. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
EESC 204-2 Earth Materials-Lab Julia Masny T 9:40AM - 12:20PM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or permission of instructor Most of the Earth–from surface to core– is made up of crystalline material (minerals), but with important minor components of water-rich fluids and magmas which are responsible for the destruction and creation of new minerals. Together these ‘earth materials’ – and the processes responsible for them coming into being – have shaped Earth for over 4.5 billion years. We will explore the properties of earth materials including their atomic structure, their physical and chemical stability, and the basic principles that govern the chemical composition, occurrence, structure, and classification of minerals. A portion of the course will be devoted to the study of other terrestrial bodies (e.g., Mars and the Moon) and meteorites that make up the primordial building material for planets that we see today. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (T 9:40AM - 12:20PM)
EESC 204W-1 Earth Materials-Lab Julia Masny T 9:40AM - 12:20PM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or permission of instructor Most of the Earth–from surface to core– is made up of crystalline material (minerals), but with important minor components of water-rich fluids and magmas which are responsible for the destruction and creation of new minerals. Together these ‘earth materials’ – and the processes responsible for them coming into being – have shaped Earth for over 4.5 billion years. We will explore the properties of earth materials including their atomic structure, their physical and chemical stability, and the basic principles that govern the chemical composition, occurrence, structure, and classification of minerals. A portion of the course will be devoted to the study of other terrestrial bodies (e.g., Mars and the Moon) and meteorites that make up the primordial building material for planets that we see today. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (T 9:40AM - 12:20PM)
EESC 204W-2 Earth Materials Julia Masny MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or permission of instructor Most of the Earth–from surface to core– is made up of crystalline material (minerals), but with important minor components of water-rich fluids and magmas which are responsible for the destruction and creation of new minerals. Together these ‘earth materials’ – and the processes responsible for them coming into being – have shaped Earth for over 4.5 billion years. We will explore the properties of earth materials including their atomic structure, their physical and chemical stability, and the basic principles that govern the chemical composition, occurrence, structure, and classification of minerals. A portion of the course will be devoted to the study of other terrestrial bodies (e.g., Mars and the Moon) and meteorites that make up the primordial building material for planets that we see today. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
EESC 211-1 Nature's Fury Tolulope Olugboji MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or permission of instructor We live on a dynamic planet. The seemingly tranquil, unchanging landscape of the Earth's surface is often interrupted by abrupt, catastrophic events. Earthquakes, landslides, and tsunami lay waste to buildings, towns and sometimes entire cities. Dormant volcanoes come to life in explosions of lava and large volumes of aerosols and greenhouse gases, with implications for global climate change. In this course, we learn how these geological hazards are a violent manifestation of plate tectonics. The first third of the class focuses on the causative mechanisms of geological disasters (i.e. earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunami). The second third explains how meteorological and cosmological hazards (i.e. storms, floods, space weather, etc.) are a manifestation of solar and orbital energy release concentrated in space and time. The final third examines how science, technology and public policy help shape mitigation programs, and connections to history, human growth, and the rise and fall of civilizations. Location Hylan Building Room 101 (MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM)
EESC 211W-1 Nature's Fury Tolulope Olugboji MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or permission of instructor We live on a dynamic planet. The seemingly tranquil, unchanging landscape of the Earth's surface is often interrupted by abrupt, catastrophic events. Earthquakes, landslides, and tsunami lay waste to buildings, towns and sometimes entire cities. Dormant volcanoes come to life in explosions of lava and large volumes of aerosols and greenhouse gases, with implications for global climate change. In this course, we learn how these geological hazards are a violent manifestation of plate tectonics. The first third of the class focuses on the causative mechanisms of geological disasters (i.e. earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunami). The second third explains how meteorological and cosmological hazards (i.e. storms, floods, space weather, etc.) are a manifestation of solar and orbital energy release concentrated in space and time. The final third examines how science, technology and public policy help shape mitigation programs, and connections to history, human growth, and the rise and fall of civilizations. Location Hylan Building Room 101 (MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM)
EESC 216-1 Environmental Geochemistry Erin Black TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101, CHEM 131, MATH 141 This course presents the geochemical principles and tools that are needed to understand natural perturbations in earth’s hydrosphere and the fate of anthropogenic pollutants. Topics will include thermodynamics, kinetics, acid-base equilibria, oxidation-reduction reactions, carbon chemistry, and basic isotope geochemistry. Class discussions and assignments will focus on the practical application of these topics to local and global environmental issues. Enrollment in lab is required. Location Goergen Hall Room 108 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
EESC 216-2 Environmental Geochemistry-Lab Erin Black M 2:00PM - 4:40PM
This course presents the geochemical principles and tools that are needed to understand natural perturbations in earth’s hydrosphere and the fate of anthropogenic pollutants. Topics will include thermodynamics, kinetics, acid-base equilibria, oxidation-reduction reactions, carbon chemistry, and basic isotope geochemistry. Class discussions and assignments will focus on the practical application of these topics to local and global environmental issues. Enrollment in lab is required. Location Hylan Building Room 306 (M 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 216W-1 Environmental Geochemistry Erin Black TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101, CHEM 131, MATH 141 This course presents the geochemical principles and tools that are needed to understand natural perturbations in earth’s hydrosphere and the fate of anthropogenic pollutants. Topics will include thermodynamics, kinetics, acid-base equilibria, oxidation-reduction reactions, carbon chemistry, and basic isotope geochemistry. Class discussions and assignments will focus on the practical application of these topics to local and global environmental issues. Enrollment in lab is required. Location Goergen Hall Room 108 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
EESC 216W-2 Environmental Geochemistry-Lab Erin Black M 2:00PM - 4:40PM
This course presents the geochemical principles and tools that are needed to understand natural perturbations in earth’s hydrosphere and the fate of anthropogenic pollutants. Topics will include thermodynamics, kinetics, acid-base equilibria, oxidation-reduction reactions, carbon chemistry, and basic isotope geochemistry. Class discussions and assignments will focus on the practical application of these topics to local and global environmental issues. Enrollment in lab is required. Location Hylan Building Room 306 (M 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
EESC 218-1 Intro to Atmospheric Chemistry Lee Murray TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or 103 or 105, CHEM 131 or equivalent, MATH 141-142 or equivalent, CHEM 132 or equivalent recommended but not required The atmosphere helps to maintain habitable temperatures on our planet's surface, shields life from destructive cosmic and ultraviolet radiation and contains gases such as oxygen and carbon dioxide, which are essential for life. In this course we will work toward an understanding of several important questions. What is in the Earth's atmosphere? How is the atmosphere structured? What is the role of the atmosphere in determining Earth's climate? What are the sources and sinks of the most important gases in the atmosphere? What is the role of photochemistry in atmospheric composition? How has human activity affected the atmosphere? Students will also learn some practical skills essential in the study of atmospheric chemistry, such as working with geochemical box models. Recitation is required. Location Harkness Room 210 (TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)
EESC 218-2 Intro to Atmospheric Chemistry-Rec Lee Murray W 11:50AM - 1:05PM
Pre-Reqs: EESC 101 or 103 or 105, CHEM 131 or equivalent, MATH 141-142 or equivalent, CHEM 132 or equivalent recommended but not required The atmosphere helps to maintain habitable temperatures on our planet's surface, shields life from destructive cosmic and ultraviolet radiation and contains gases such as oxygen and carbon dioxide, which are essential for life. In this course we will work toward an understanding of several important questions. What is in the Earth's atmosphere? How is the atmosphere structured? What is the role of the atmosphere in determining Earth's climate? What are the sources and sinks of the most important gases in the atmosphere? What is the role of photochemistry in atmospheric composition? How has human activity affected the atmosphere? Students will also learn some practical skills essential in the study of atmospheric chemistry, such as working with geochemical box models. Recitation is required. Location Hylan Building Room 102 (W 11:50AM - 1:05PM)
EESC 223-1 Earth Surface Processes: The Science of Scenery Rachel Glade TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Earth’s surface is constantly changing as water, wind and gravity sculpt landscapes. In this course, we will cover the physics of sediment transport and landscape change with respect to rivers, hillslopes, glaciers, sand dunes and more. We will focus on both fundamental concepts and new research, with labs and field trips to support lecture material. Location Hylan Building Room 102 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
EESC 223-2 Earth Surface Processes: The Science of Scenery-Rec Rachel Glade W 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Earth’s surface is constantly changing as water, wind and gravity sculpt landscapes. In this course, we will cover the physics of sediment transport and landscape change with respect to rivers, hillslopes, glaciers, sand dunes and more. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of calculus, including derivatives and integrals. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (W 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
EESC 225-1 Seismic Signals & Noise Tolulope Olugboji MW 11:50AM - 1:05PM
Prereqs: General Calculus (MTH140 or MTH 160 sequences). The first course in physics: i.e. general physics I or mechanics (i.e., PHY121 taken concurrently), can provide a helpful background Research frontiers in earth imaging, quake detection, volcano and nuclear explosion monitoring, require extraction of seismic and acoustic signals buried in noise. Seismo-acoustic signals are mechanical vibrations generated in the solid earth and its coupling with the fluid atmosphere and oceans. In this course we will introduce linear system theory, digital signal processing and how they enable routine processing of recorded Seismo-acoustic waves contaminated by the nuisance of ‘noise’. Topics include Fourier analysis, spectrograms, z-transforms, poles-zeros, instrument design, (de-)convolution, autocorrelation, cross-spectra, and filter theory: homomorphic filters, cepstral analysis. Exemplary data will cover geotechnical engineering, forensic, exploration, glacial, submarine and planetary seismology. Location Morey Room 525 (MW 11:50AM - 1:05PM)
EESC 225-2 Seismic Signals & Noise-Rec Tolulope Olugboji F 11:50AM - 12:40PM
Prereqs: General Calculus (MTH140 or MTH 160 sequences). The first course in physics: i.e. general physics I or mechanics (i.e., PHY121 taken concurrently), can provide a helpful background Research frontiers in earth imaging, quake detection, volcano and nuclear explosion monitoring, require extraction of seismic and acoustic signals buried in noise. Seismo-acoustic signals are mechanical vibrations generated in the solid earth and its coupling with the fluid atmosphere and oceans. In this course we will introduce linear system theory, digital signal processing and how they enable routine processing of recorded Seismo-acoustic waves contaminated by the nuisance of ‘noise’. Topics include Fourier analysis, spectrograms, z-transforms, poles-zeros, instrument design, (de-)convolution, autocorrelation, cross-spectra, and filter theory: homomorphic filters, cepstral analysis. Exemplary data will cover geotechnical engineering, forensic, exploration, glacial, submarine and planetary seismology. Location Frederick Douglass Room 403 (F 11:50AM - 12:40PM)
EESC 233-1 Marine Ecosys&Carbn Cyc Mod Thomas Weber TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Over the last few decades, numerical biogeochemical models have provided new insights into the marine carbon cycle, its contribution to past climate change, and its potential responses to future climate warming. In this practical class, students will build simple biogeochemical models-ranging from 'box' models of marine microbial ecosystems to three-dimensional nutrient cycling models-and design experiments to address climate change hypotheses. They will also be taught to analyze output from state-of-the-art climate models used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Students will not only learn invaluable programming skills, but also gain a deeper intuition of the ocean carbon cycling and its role in the global climate system. Location Goergen Hall Room 109 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
EESC 251-1 Intro to Geographic Info Systems Jonathon Little TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This course combines lectures and hands-on weekly labs, to introduce students to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools and concepts. Using both commercial (ArcGIS) and open source software (QGIS, OpenLayers), we will cover: GIS data structures, map projections, collecting and creating GIS data, map making, exploring spatial patterns and data visualization. Topics will be framed using examples across disciplines (e.g. physical sciences, humanities and social sciences). At the end of the semester, students will complete a final project, in which they can apply their learning to their own major area of study. Despite the technical nature of this course, no prerequisites are required and material is appropriate for all students. Student learning will be assessed throughout the semester via class participation, a mid-term exam and the final project. Location Goergen Hall Room 102 (TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
EESC 255-1 Planetary Sci-Geol Evolutn Julia Masny MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM
Pre-Reqs: EES 101 or 201 strongly recommended. This course will focus on geologic and geophysical studies of planets (interiors and surfaces), and the conditions that led to the origin of life. We will start with initial conditions, defined here as the formation of Earth and the Moon-forming event, and trace development of the planet from cooling of the magma ocean onwards. We next consider how our planetary neighbors (Venus and Mars) evolved, as well as key satellites in the solar system that may harbor life, or provide insight into early conditions on Earth. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM)
EESC 255W-1 Planetary Sci-Geol Evolutn Julia Masny MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM
Pre-Reqs: EES 101 or 201 strongly recommended. This course will focus on geologic and geophysical studies of planets (interiors and surfaces), and the conditions that led to the origin of life. We will start with initial conditions, defined here as the formation of Earth and the Moon-forming event, and trace development of the planet from cooling of the magma ocean onwards. We next consider how our planetary neighbors (Venus and Mars) evolved, as well as key satellites in the solar system that may harbor life, or provide insight into early conditions on Earth. Location Hutchison Hall Room 138 (MWF 9:00AM - 9:50AM)
EESC 298-1 Intro to Research: Archeomagnetism in Africa John Tarduno –
A basic introduction to research in the Earth and Environmental Sciences will be provided. The seminar will feature research in the paleomagnetism, and in particular studies of the recent decay of field strength as recorded in southern Africa. The course is a prequisite for students planning on summer field studies in Africa as part of one of the expeditions of the Paleomagnetic research group.
EESC 310-1 Science & Sustainability Chiara Borrelli W 3:25PM - 6:05PM
The goal of this course is to acquaint students with a range of topics in the natural and social sciences that relate to environmental change. Students will attend weekly lectures in the Sustainability Speakers Series, to be given by faculty from around the University of Rochester and neighboring institutions. In addition to attending lectures, students will read material relevant to each week's lecture topics, and will participate in discussions that will follow the lectures. Grading will be based on attendance and active participation in lectures and discussions, as well as periodic written assignments.Clusters:Science and Sustainability (N1SUS001)Sustainability and the Humanities (H1SUS001) Location Hylan Building Room 105 (W 3:25PM - 6:05PM)
EESC 310W-1 Science & Sustainability Chiara Borrelli W 3:25PM - 6:05PM
The goal of this course is to acquaint students with a range of topics in the natural and social sciences that relate to environmental change. Students will attend weekly lectures in the Sustainability Speakers Series, to be given by faculty from around the University of Rochester and neighboring institutions. In addition to attending lectures, students will read material relevant to each week's lecture topics, and will participate in discussions that will follow the lectures. Grading will be based on attendance and active participation in lectures and discussions, as well as periodic written assignments.Clusters:Science and Sustainability (N1SUS001)Sustainability and the Humanities (H1SUS001) Location Hylan Building Room 105 (W 3:25PM - 6:05PM)
EESC 390-2 Supervised Teaching-EESC 310 Chiara Borrelli –
EESC 390 section for EESC 310
EESC 390-3 Supervised Teaching-EESC 100 Chiara Borrelli –
EESC 390 section for EESC 100
EESC 390-4 Supervised Teaching-EESC 201 Rory Cottrell –
EESC Supervised College Teaching
EESC 390-5 Supervised Teaching-EESC 103 Karen Berger –
Supervised Teaching for EESC 103
EESC 390-6 Supervised Teaching-EESC 251 Jonathon Little –
EESC 390 for EESC 251
EESC 390A-1 Supervised Teaching-EESC 103 Karen Berger –
Supervised Teaching for EESC 103
EESC 390A-2 Supervised Teaching - EESC 201 Rory Cottrell –
EESC 201 supervised college teaching (2cr.)
EESC 393W-1 Senior Thesis Chiara Borrelli –
Senior Thesis
EESC 393W-2 Senior Thesis John Tarduno –
Senior Thesis
EESC 393W-3 Senior Thesis Gautam Mitra –
Senior Thesis
EESC 393W-4 Senior Thesis Dustin Trail –
Senior Thesis
EESC 393W-5 Senior Thesis John Kessler –
Senior Thesis
EESC 393W-6 Senior Thesis Thomas Weber –
Senior Thesis