EPS 512a, Structural Geology  Mark Brandon

An introduction to the origin and structure of the lithosphere and continental and oceanic crust. Topics include what controls the solid versus fluid behavior of rocks during deformation, and what controls the character and motion of tectonic plates. Laboratory exercises and field trips.
MWF 11:35am-12:25pm

EPS 523b, Climate Dynamics  Alexey Fedorov

A survey of fluid dynamics with application to circulation in the ocean and atmosphere, as well as mantle and core. Mathematical models are used to illustrate the fundamental dynamical principles of geophysical fluid phenomena such as convection, waves, boundary layers, flow stability, turbulence, and large-scale flows. The course aims to provide a general theoretical framework for understanding the structure and circulation of the ocean, atmosphere, and Earth's interior.
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 525a, Vertebrate Paleontology  Jacques Gauthier

Phylogeny and evolution of the major clades of vertebrates from Cambrian to Recent, as inferred mainly from the fossilized remains of the musculoskeletal system (cranial, axial, and appendicular skeletons). Special attention given to the evolution of vertebrate feeding, locomotor, and sensory systems.
TTh 2:30pm-3:45pm

EPS 526a, Introduction to Earth and Planetary Physics  Shun-ichiro Karato

An introduction to the structure and dynamics of Earth and other planets in the context of cosmic evolution. Review of basic physical principles and their applications to geophysics and planetary physics. Star formation and nucleosynthesis; planetary accretion and the birth of the solar system; heat flow, plate tectonics, and mantle dynamics; seismology and geodesy; core dynamics, geomagnetism, and planetary magnetism. Prerequisites: PHYS 181 and MATH 120 or equivalents.
TTh 1pm-2:15pm

EPS 528a, Science of Complex Systems  Jun Korenaga

Introduction to the quantitative analysis of systems with many degrees of freedom. Fundamental components in the science of complex systems, including how to simulate complex systems, how to analyze model behaviors, and how to validate models using observations. Topics include cellular automata, bifurcation theory, deterministic chaos, self-organized criticality, renormalization, and inverse theory.
MWF 10:30am-11:20am

EPS 535a, Physical Oceanography  Alexey Fedorov

An introduction to ocean dynamics and physical processes controlling the large-scale ocean circulation, ocean stratification, the Gulf Stream, wind-driven waves, tides, tsunamis, coastal upwelling, and other oceanic phenomena. Equations of motion. Modern observational, theoretical, and numerous other techniques used to study the ocean. The ocean role in climate and global climate change.
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 538a / ASTR 520a, Computational Methods in Astrophysics and Geophysics  Paolo Coppi

The analytic and numerical/computational tools necessary for effective research in astronomy, geophysics, and related disciplines. Topics include numerical solutions to differential equations, spectral methods, and Monte Carlo simulations. Applications are made to common astrophysical and geophysical problems including fluids and N-body simulations.
MW 2:30pm-3:45pm

EPS 555a, Rock Formation in Mountain Belts  Jay Ague

Examination of the fundamental principles governing the formation of metamorphic and igneous rocks during mountain building. Topics include processes of heat and mass transfer in orogenic belts, generation of igneous rocks in continental and subduction settings, ultra-high-pressure and ultra-high-temperature metamorphism, spatial and temporal patterns of petrologic processes throughout geologic time, and pressure-temperature-time paths of metamorphic and igneous rocks.
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 557a, Advanced Seismology  Jeffrey Park

Methods for simulating seismic wave propagation to study earthquake ground motions. Reflectivity synthetic seismograms. Seismic free oscillations. Seismic ray tracing in 1D and 3D media. Surface-wave dispersion. Perturbation theory and Rayleigh’s principle. Problem sets use Python and ObsPy software.
MWF 9:25am-10:15am

EPS 562b / ARCG 762b, Observing Earth from Space  Xuhui Lee

A practical introduction to satellite image analysis of Earth’s surface. Topics include the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation, satellite-borne radiometers, data transmission and storage, computer image analysis, the merging of satellite imagery with GIS and applications to weather and climate, oceanography, surficial geology, ecology and epidemiology, forestry, agriculture, archaeology, and watershed management.
TTh 9am-10:15am

EPS 590a, Master's Degree Research in Earth and Planetary Sciences  Staff

Independent research under the supervision of a EPS faculty member, toward completion of the simultaneous award of the bachelor's and master's degrees. Eligibility limited to previously accepted participants in that program. For more information, please consult either the DUS or DGS of Earth and Planetary Sciences.
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EPS 620a or b, Essentials of Earth and Planetary Sciences  Staff

EPS faculty take turns to teach what they think everyone in the EPS department should know about their own field (geophysics, geology, geochemistry, atmospheric, ocean, climate dynamics, and paleontology). 
TTh 10:30am-11:20am

EPS 625a, Oceanography  Pincelli Hull and Noah Planavsky

This course provides an introduction to the basics of oceanography. It is structured as an interdisciplinary overview, designed to ensure that graduate students working in the oceans (i.e., those from paleontology, geochemistry, and/or AOCD) have the ability to form interdisciplinary collaborations through shared vocabulary and concepts, and to answer such basic questions as: why are there currents? what makes sea water salty? where is most life in the ocean? Topics are treated in interactive lectures, flipped classroom discussions/activities, and labs and are rigorously tested in one-on-one oral exams.
TTh 2:30pm-3:45pm

EPS 655a, Extraordinary Glimpses of Past Life  Derek Briggs

Study of exceptionally well preserved fossil deposits (lagerstaetten) that contain nonmineralized animal skeletons and casts of the soft parts of organisms. Examples such as the Burgess Shale and Solnhofen limestones; what they can reveal about the history and evolution of life, ancient lifestyles and environments, and preservational processes.
MW 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 666a / AMTH 666a / ASTR 666a / MATH 666a, Classical Statistical Thermodynamics  John Wettlaufer

Classical thermodynamics is derived from statistical thermodynamics. Using the multi-particle nature of physical systems, we derive ergodicity, the central limit theorem, and the elemental description of the second law of thermodynamics. We then develop kinetics, transport theory, and reciprocity from the linear thermodynamics of irreversible processes. Topics of focus include Onsager reciprocal relations, the Fokker-Planck equation, stability in the sense of Lyapunov, and time invariance symmetry. We explore phenomena that are of direct relevance to astrophysical and geophysical settings. No quantum mechanics is necessary as a prerequisite.
MW 11:35am-12:50pm

EPS 703a / E&EB 930a, Seminar in Systematics  Jacques Gauthier

Topics and class time are chosen by the participants, and have included reading books and/or a series of papers on particular topics (e.g., homology; morphological phylogenetics; evolution of egg colors and exposed nesting in dinosaurs/birds; origin of snake ecology; conflicts between morphology and molecules; role of fossils in phylogenetic inference).
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EPS 710a, Ethical Conduct and Scientific Research  Staff

This seminar is required of all graduate students and must be completed within the first year. Postdoctoral associates supported by NSF funding are also required to take this course. Topics include: how to do science; how to treat data correctly (data management); mistakes and negligence; research misconduct; responding to suspected violation of standards; sharing of research results; the peer-review process; collaboration; authorship and the allocation of credit; conflict of interest; cultivating a respectful, inclusive, harassment-free scientific workplace; and science and society. This course is in addition to the online ethics module, The Yale Guide to Professional Ethics, that must be completed by all GSAS students within the first term of study, regardless of source of financial support.  0 Course cr
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EPS 721a, Topics in Geobiology  Lidya Tarhan

In this course, students explore recent papers and discuss emerging ideas concerning life-environment interactions through Earth’s history, with a particular focus on integrating paleontological, sedimentological, and geochemical records.
Th 12pm-2pm

EPS 742a, Polar Processes and Climate  Mary-Louise Timmermans

This seminar is for graduate students interested in understanding the climate of the Polar Regions. Atmosphere, ice, and ocean processes and interactions at high latitudes are studied in the context of global climate. Each week, one or two scientific papers will set the theme of tutorials and discussions. Small student groups present the papers weekly.
MW 10:30am-11:30am

EPS 744a, Seminar in Mantle and Core Processes  Staff

The seminar covers advanced topics concerning physical and chemical processes in the mantle and core of the Earth and planets. Specific topic and hour are arranged in consultation with enrolled graduate students.
M 4pm-5:30pm

EPS 750a, Seminar on Planetary Atmospheric Dynamics  Juan Lora

This seminar focuses on the physical processes, governing mechanisms, and general circulation that result in and control the climates of various planetary bodies. The course is structured around reading and discussing a selection of papers related to the dynamics of planetary atmospheres.
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EPS 775b, The Evolution of the Global Silica Cycle  Lidya Tarhan and Mark Brandon

This seminar focuses on the evolution of the global silica cycle. Discussion will cover a range of topics, such as the rise of the biogenic and terrestrial silica cycles; water-column, seafloor and soil silica cycling; geochemical, lithologic and fossil-based proxy systems; and feedbacks between weathering, silica cycling and climate. This course meets for one-and-a-half to two hours once a week, and meetings are organized around readings from the primary research literature.
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EPS 790a, Colloquium in Earth and Planetary Sciences  Staff

This course focuses on discussion of emerging research across the Earth and planetary sciences.  ½ Course cr
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