EESC 210 Analytic Methods in Earth Science
This course covers some of the basic mathematical tools used in earth sciences. Topics covered will include trigonometry, functions, cartography, single and partial derivatives, and vector mathematics.
Offered
Spring, even years
Student Learning Outcomes
- Mathematically manipulate various geological measures with accuracy
- Use functions to describe the changes in a geologic system
- Understand the use of Cartesian and spherical coordinate systems
- Use calculus to describe behavior of geologic systems
- Understand basic concepts of calculus in more than one dimension