UE Risks and challenges in earth sciences - STE133 -

This is an introductory course in Earth Sciences. The notions taught concern the Earth in the solar system, water on the surface of the planet Earth, the climate system and earthquakes. The notions taught in class will be reinforced during the TD sessions including analysis of experimental results, analysis of documents and the use of numerical simulation tools.

• Know the issues and risks related to Earth Sciences in the 21st century
• To master these themes scientifically at an "academic" level in order to appreciate the related societal issues.
• Know how to argue on the themes and issues related to geosciences.