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12.UR Undergraduate Research ( , , , ) Prereq: None Units arranged [P/D/F] TBA. 12.URG Undergraduate Research ( , , , ) Prereq: None Units arranged TBA. Undergraduate research opportunities in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences. EAPS Faculty
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12.TIP Thesis and Independent Study Preparation ( , ) Prereq: None Units: 2-0-4 TBA. Definition of and early-stage work on thesis project or independent study. Students develop a written research proposal and begin writing the supporting text of the thesis concurrent with conducting research for the thesis project or independent study. Supervision of the writing continues into the Spring term which concludes with an oral presentation of the research results. EAPS Staff
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12.IND Independent Study ( , , , ) Prereq: 12.TIP Units arranged TBA. Independent reading, laboratory, or fieldwork in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences. Requires written report. To be arranged by student and an appropriate MIT faculty member. EAPS Faculty
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12.ThU Undergraduate Thesis ( , , , ) Prereq: 12.TIP Units arranged TBA. Program of research leading to the writing of a thesis; to be arranged by the student and an appropriate MIT faculty member. EAPS Faculty
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12.000 Solving Complex Problems ( ) Prereq: None Units: 1-2-6 Compulsory: 1st Mtg Sept 9 At 3 Pm ( 32-123 ) Lecture: MW3 ( 32-155 ) Lab: F3 ( 32-124 ) Recitation: TBA Provides an opportunity for entering freshmen to gain first-hand experience in integrating the work of small teams to develop effective solutions to complex problems in Earth system science and engineering. Each year's class explores a different problem in detail through the study of complementary case histories and the development of creative solution strategies. Includes exercises in website development, written and oral communication, and team building. Subject required for students in the Terrascope freshman program, but participation in Terrascope is not required of all 12.000 students. Students who pass 12.000 and are in the Terrascope program are eligible to participate in the Terrascope field trip the following spring. Enrollment limited to freshmen. S.A. Bowring
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12.001 Introduction to Geology ( ) Prereq: None Units: 3-4-5 Major minerals and rock types, rock-forming processes, and time scales. Temperatures, pressures, compositions, structure of the Earth, and measurement techniques. Geologic structures and relationships observable in the field. Sediment movement and landform development by moving water, wind, and ice. Crustal processes and planetary evolution in terms of global plate tectonics with an emphasis on ductile and brittle processes. Includes laboratory exercises on minerals, rocks, mapping, plate tectonics, rheology, glaciers. Two one-day field trips (optional). L. Elkins-Tanton
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12.002 Physics and Chemistry of the Terrestrial Planets ( ) Prereq: Physics II (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) Units: 3-1-8 Lecture: MWF2 ( 54-317 ) +final Study of the structure, composition, and physical processes governing the terrestrial planets, including their formation and basic orbital properties. Topics include plate tectonics, earthquakes, seismic waves, rheology, impact cratering, gravity and magnetic fields, heat flux, thermal structure, mantle convection, deep interiors, planetary magnetism, and core dynamics. Suitable for majors and non-majors seeking general background in geophysics and planetary structure. L. H. Royden, B. Weiss
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12.003 Physics of the Atmosphere and Ocean ( ) Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) , Physics I (GIR) Units: 3-1-8 URL: http://paoc.mit.edu/labweb/ Lecture: MWF11 ( 54-1615 ) Recitation: TBA +final The laws of classical mechanics and thermodynamics are used to explore how the properties of fluids on a rotating Earth manifest themselves in, and help shape, the global patterns of atmospheric winds, ocean currents, and the climate of the Earth. Theoretical discussion focuses on the physical processes involved. Underlying mechanisms are illustrated through laboratory demonstrations, using a rotating table, and through analysis of atmospheric and oceanic data. J. Marshall
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12.005 Applications of Continuum Mechanics to Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences ( ) Prereq: Physics II (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) ; Coreq: 18.03 Units: 3-2-7 Practical applications of the continuum concept for deformation of solids and fluids, emphasizing force balance. Stress tensor, infinitesimal and finite strain, and rotation tensors are developed. Constitutive relations applicable to geological materials, including elastic, viscous, brittle, and plastic deformation. Laboratory component provides specific examples of elastic and inelastic mechanical behavior of rocks and illustrates several methods of measurement in the laboratory. A. Malcolm, B. Evans
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12.006J Nonlinear Dynamics I: Chaos ( ) (Same subject as 2.050J , 18.353J ) Prereq: 18.03 or 18.034 ; Physics II (GIR) Units: 3-0-9 URL: http://segovia.mit.edu/12.006/ Lecture: MW2.30-4 ( 56-154 ) Introduction to nonlinear dynamics and chaos in dissipative systems. Forced and parametric oscillators. Phase space. Periodic, quasiperiodic, and aperiodic flows. Sensitivity to initial conditions and strange attractors. Lorenz attractor. Period doubling, intermittency, and quasiperiodicity. Scaling and universality. Analysis of experimental data: Fourier transforms, Poincare sections, fractal dimension, and Lyapunov exponents. Applications to mechanical systems, fluid dynamics, physics, geophysics, and chemistry. See 12.207J/18.354J for Nonlinear Dynamics II. T. Peacock
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12.007 Geobiology ( ) Prereq: None Units: 3-0-9 The interactive Earth system: biology in geologic, environmental and climate change throughout Earth history. Since life began it has continually shaped and re-shaped the atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere and the solid earth. Introduces the concept of "life as a geological agent" and examines the interaction between biology and the earth system during the roughly 4 billion years since life first appeared. Topics include the origin of the solar system and the early Earth atmosphere; the origin and evolution of life and its influence on climate up through and including the modern age and the problem of global warming; the global carbon cycle; and astrobiology. R. Summons
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12.008 Classical Mechanics: A Computational Approach ( ) (Subject meets with 6.946J , 8.351J , 12.620J ) Prereq: Physics I (GIR) , 18.03 , permission of instructor Units: 3-3-6 Lecture: MWF11 ( 54-317 ) Lab: W EVE (7-10 PM) ( 14-0637 ) Classical mechanics in a computational framework, Lagrangian formulation, action, variational principles, and Hamilton's principle. Conserved quantities, Hamiltonian formulation, surfaces of section, chaos, and Liouville's theorem. Poincare integral invariants, Poincare-Birkhoff and KAM theorems. Invariant curves and cantori. Nonlinear resonances, resonance overlap and transition to chaos. Symplectic integration. Adiabatic invariants. Applications to simple physical systems and solar system dynamics. Extensive use of computation to capture methods, for simulation, and for symbolic analysis. Programming experience required. Students taking the graduate version complete additional assignments. J. Wisdom, G. J. Sussman
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12.010 Computational Methods of Scientific Programming ( ) Prereq: Calculus I (GIR) , Calculus II (GIR) , Physics I (GIR) Units: 4-0-8 Lecture: TR2-4 ( 54-1615 ) Introduces programming languages and techniques used by physical scientists: FORTRAN, C, C++, MatLab, and Mathematica. Emphasis on program design, algorithm development and verification, and comparative advantages and disadvantages of different languages. Students first learn the basic usage of each language, common types of problems encountered, and techniques for solving a variety of problems encountered in contemporary research: examination of data with visualization techniques, numerical analysis, and methods of dissemination and verification. No prior programming experience is required. T. Herring, C. Hill
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12.011J Archaeological Science ( ) (Same subject as 3.985J , 5.24J ) Prereq: Chemistry (GIR) or Physics I (GIR) Units: 3-1-5 Pressing issues in archaeology as an anthropological science. Stresses the natural science and engineering methods archaeologists use to address these issues. Reconstructing time, space, and human ecologies provides one focus; materials technologies that transform natural materials to material culture provide another. Topics include 14C dating, ice core and palynological analysis, GIS and other remote sensing techniques for site location, soil micromorphology and site formation, sourcing of metal artifacts, and microstructural and mechanical analyses of cementitious materials used in ancient monumental buildings. H. N. Lechtman, J. Stubbe, F. A. Frey
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12.021 Earth Science, Energy, and the Environment (New) ( ) Prereq: Physics I (GIR) , Calculus I (GIR) , Chemistry (GIR) Units: 3-0-9 Lecture: MWF1 ( 2-147 ) Provides understanding of the Earth System most relevant to production of our planet's natural energy resources, including the physics, chemistry, and biology of conventional and alternative energy sources. Includes a broad overview of traditional and alternative energy sources: hydrocarbons (conventional and unconventional), nuclear, geothermal, hydroelectric, and wind and tides, along with their potentials and limitations. Develops detailed knowledge of the formation, concentration, and production of fossil and nuclear fuels, as well as the waste products associated with their consumption. An examination of conventional and alternative energy sources includes the environmental issues associated with the exploitation of these resources, both regional and global. EAPS staff
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12.080 EAPS Undergraduate Seminar ( , ) Prereq: None Units: 1-0-2 [P/D/F] Lecture: F12 ( 54-915 ) Covers topics in earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences. Weekly seminars are presented by EAPS faculty members. Short weekly reading and writing assignments based on the seminar topics. Staff
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12.085 Seminar in Environmental Science ( ) Prereq: 12.120 and 12.103 , or permission of instructor Units: 3-0-6 Stresses integration of central scientific concepts in environmental policy making and the chemistry, biology, and geology environmental science tracks. Revisits selected core themes for students who have already acquired a basic understanding of environmental science concepts. Potential topics include: geology, geochemistry and the politics of nuclear waste disposal; responsible environmental practices for planetary exploration; responsible coastal land-use policy; international regulations for protecting the open-ocean environment; the ecological impact of environmental change; and effective policy for dealing with natural hazards near major cities. D. H. Rothman
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12.086 Modeling Environmental Complexity ( ) (Subject meets with 12.586 ) Prereq: 18.03 Units: 3-0-9 Lecture: MW11-12.30 ( 66-154 ) Introduction to mathematical and physical models of environmental processes. Emphasis on the development of macroscopic continuum or statistical descriptions of complex microscopic dynamics. Problems of interest include: random walks and statistical geometry of landscapes; percolation theory and transport in disordered media; fractals, scaling, and universality; ecological dynamics and the structure of ecosystems, food webs, and other natural networks; kinetics of biogeochemical cycles. Appropriate for advanced undergraduates. Beginning graduate students are encouraged to register for 12.586. Students taking the graduate version complete different assignments. D. H. Rothman
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12.090 Special Topics in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged 12.091 Special Topics in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged [P/D/F] TBA. Laboratory or field work in earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences. Consult with department Education Office. EAPS Faculty
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12.092 Special Topics in Geology and Geochemistry ( , , ) Prereq: None Units arranged TBA. 12.093 Special Topics in Geology and Geochemistry ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged [P/D/F] Laboratory or field work in geology and geochemistry. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. EAPS Faculty
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12.094 Special Topics in Geophysics ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged 12.095 Special Topics in Geophysics ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged [P/D/F] Laboratory or field work in geophysics. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. EAPS Faculty
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12.096 Special Topics in Atmospheric Science and Oceanography ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged 12.097 Special Topics in Atmospheric Science and Oceanography ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged [P/D/F] Laboratory or field work in atmospheric science and oceanography. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. EAPS Faculty
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12.098 Special Topics in Planetary Science ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged 12.099 Special Topics in Planetary Science ( , , ) Prereq: Permission of instructor Units arranged [P/D/F] Laboratory or field work in planetary science. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. EAPS Faculty
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12.102 Environmental Earth Science ( ) Prereq: None Units: 3-0-9 Recitation: TR11-12.30 ( 54-317 ) The geologic record demonstrates that our environment has changed over a variety of time scales from seconds to billions of years. Explores the many ways in which geologic processes control and modify the Earth's environment. Topics include chemical and physical interactions between the solid Earth, its oceans and atmosphere; the effect of catastrophic events such as volcanic eruptions and earthquakes on the environment; geologic hazards; and our role in modifying the environment through Earth resource development. Serves as an introduction to 12.120, which addresses field applications of these principles in the American Southwest. S. A. Bowring
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12.103 The Science and Policy of Natural Hazards ( ) Prereq: None Units: 3-0-9 Examines the science of natural catastrophes such as earthquakes and hurricanes and explores the relationships between the science of and policy toward such hazards. Presents the causes and effects of these phenomena, discusses their predictability, and examines how this knowledge influences policy making. Includes intensive practice in the writing and presentation of scientific research and summaries for policy makers. K. Emanuel, S. Rondenay
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