ENVS 8 - Introduction to Global Climate Change

    Recent Professors
    Katie Gerber
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    15–30 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ENVS 8
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5A · CSU GE Area B1
    Description
    In this course, students will explore the science of climate change including: evidence for climate change, global atmospheric and sea circulation, the factors causing climate to change, how climate has changed, and how scientists study past climates. Students will use models, observations, data, and theory to make predictions about future climate, and the possible consequences of climate change for our planet.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:30pm–2:45pm