12.120
Environmental Earth Science Field Course
Sam Bowring, Tim Grove
Mon Jan 7 thru Fri Jan 18, ??-??:00am
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 30-Nov-2001
No listeners
Prereq: 12.001 or 12.102
Level: U 6 units Standard A - F Grading
Fee: 200.00 for Travel, food, lodging
Introduction to the methods of geologic mapping; practical experience in aspects of environmental geology such as selecting sites for hazardous waste disposal, hazard assessment in seismically and volcanically active areas, and in understanding the three-dimensional character of dissected alluvial deposits. Subject offered according to demand.
Limited enrollment, early registration encouraged. Please contact Prof. Bowring.
Contact: Sam Bowring, 54-1124, x3-3775, sbowring@mit.edu
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12.141
Electron Microprobe Analysis
Tim Grove, Dr.Nilanjan Chatterjee
Tue Jan 8, Thu Jan 10, Tue Jan 15, Thu Jan 17, 01-05:00pm, 54-1221
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 04-Jan-2002
Limited to 8 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: —
Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F
Introduction to the theory of x-ray microanalysis through the electron microprobe including ZAF matrix corrections. Techniques to be discussed are wavelength and energy dispersive spectrometry, scanning backscattered electron, secondary electron, cathodoluminescence, and X-ray imaging. Lab sessions involve hands-on use of the electron microprobe.
This four-session course is offered for undergraduate credit. However, persons interested in an in-depth discussion of quantitative x-ray analysis are invited to participate. Students will be required to complete lab exercises to obtain credit.
Recommended reading: "Scanning electron Microscopy and X-ray Microanalysis", Goldstein et al., 1992
"Quantitative Electon-Probe Microanalysis", Scott, Love, and Reed, 1995
Web: http://web.mit.edu/e-probe/www/
Contact: Dr. Nilanjan Chatterjee, 54-1216, x3-1995, e-probe-www@mit.edu
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12.213
Alternate Energy Sources
Dale Morgan, Nafi Toksoz
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Listeners allowed, space permitting
Prereq: —
Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F
Fee: 250.00 for Travel for optional field trip
Explores a number of alternative energy sources such as geothermal energy (heat from the Earth's interior), wind, natural gas, and solar energy. Includes a field trip to visit sites where alternative energy is being harvested or generated. Content and focus of subject varies from year to year.
Subject explores and compares alternate energy sources with conventional fossil fuels. Topics include: Solar energy, wind power, nuclear and geothermal energy, and removal, disposal, and use of CO2 from fossil fuel plants. This year emphasis will be on geothermal, nuclear, and wind energy. Two local day-long field trips to energy sites. Optional four or five day field trip away from MIT during Spring break. Enrollment for the extended trip is limited. Preregister immediately with Dale Morgan.
Contact: Dale Morgan, E34-412, x3-7857, morgan@erl.mit.edu
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12.221
Field Geophysics
Tom Herring, Brad Hager
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 10-Dec-2001
Limited to 10 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: —
Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F
Fee: 200.00 for Travel
Practical methods of modern geophysics including the Global Positioning System (GPS), gravity, and magnetics. Field work is conducted in western US and includes intensive 10-day field exercise. Focus is on measurement techniques and their interpretation. Introduction to the science of gravity, magnetics, and the GPS. Measure of crustal structure, fault motions, tectonic deformations, and the local gravity and magnetic fields. Students perform high-precision measurements and participate in data analysis. Emphasis on the principles of geophysical data collection and the relevance of these data for tectonic faulting, crustal structure, and the dynamics of the earthquake cycle.
For IAP 2002: Description of course as above. However, field work in western U.S. will be intensive 7-day field exercise (Jan10-17). Students perform high-precision measurements and participate in data analysis (Jan 21-25). Mandatory Pre-IAP Meeting Dec. 10, Room 54-611, 3-4.
Contact: Thomas A. Herring, 54-618, x3-5941, tah@mit.edu
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12.265/ 1.717/ 12.565
Techniques in Remote Sensing
Maria T. Zuber
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Limited to 12 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: U 6 units Standard A - F Grading
Fee: 100.00 for Travel
Meets with graduate subject 12.565 but assignments differ.
A practical introduction to the science and methodology of observing the Earth from airborne and spaceborne platforms. The course consists of three case studies in ocean, atmosphere and land studies in which students observe the "end-to-end" process of making remote observations ranging from problem definition, sensor design, spacecraft accommodation, to data collection, analysis, and observation. Offered under the auspices of the Joint Center for Geoscience of MIT and the Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD. Part of subject taught at Goddard where students participate in tours of laboratories, to observe sensor development in progress, mission operations facilities to view real-time data collection, and computational facilities to participate in data processing and analysis. Meets with undergraduate subject 12.265J. Graduate students are expected to explore the subject in greater depth.
Contact: Maria Zuber, 54-518, x3-6397, zuber@mit.edu
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12.310
An Introduction to Weather Forecasting
Lodovica Illari
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 14, 16, 18, 23, 25, 28, 30, 1, 01-02:30pm, 54-915 First Meeting
Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.
Limited to 50 participants.
Listeners allowed, space permitting
Prereq: 8.01, 18.01
Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F
Basic principles of synoptic meteorology and weather forecasting. Analysis of hourly weather data and numerical weather prediction models. Regular preparation of weather forecasts.
Guest lecture by local TV meteorologist.
Contact: Lodovica Illari, 54-1612, x3-2286, illari@squall.mit.edu
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12.411
Astronomy Field Camp
James Elliot
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 17-Oct-2001
Limited to 6 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 12.410J or 8.287J
Level: U 9 units Graded P/D/F
Fee: 150.00 for partial cost of transportation, food, and lodging
Individual research projects in observational astronomy involving supervised work at Lowell Observatory (located in Flagstaff, AZ). Written and oral reports required. Enrollment limited to 6.
Preference to Course 12 majors in Concentration Area 3 who've not already completed their bachelor's thesis requirement. Applications (due October 15) may be obtained from Alli Cocuzzo, Room 54-410 or Jim Elliot, Room 54-422.
Contact: Allison Cocuzzo or Jim Elliot, 54-422, x3-6308, jle@mit.edu
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12.484
Directed Field Studies
Clark Burchfiel, Kip Hodges
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Limited to 8 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: G 6 units Standard A - F Grading
Fee: 200.00 for Travel
Intensive training in field geological methods. Includes specific exercises selected to complement the backgrounds of the students enrolled and provides supervised experience in applying field analytical techniques to geological problems. Cannot be taken as a substitute for 12.115. Enrollment is limited and students should apply early. Preference will be given to students associated with Course 12.
First half of IAP. Open to Course 12 Graduates and undergraduates only. Permission of instructors by personal interview is required. A-F grading.
First half of IAP. Dates for attending will be set by instructor. The course will be conducted in the southwestern United States, where geologic exposures are excellent and (one hopes) snow cover is non-existent! Participants should be prepared for strenuous hiking over rough terrain, and previous camping experience is preferred. Cannot be taken as a substitute for 12.482. (Students can also take 12.485 for an additional 6 units.)
Contact: Clark Burchfiel, 54-1010, x3-7919, bcburch@mit.edu
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12.485
Advanced Directed Field Studies
Clark Burchfiel, Kip Hodges
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Limited to 8 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 12.484
Level: G 6 units Standard A - F Grading
Fee: 200.00 for Travel
Continuation of 12.484. Designed to provide more advanced training in specific field geological methods. Can be taken during the same IAP period as 12.484. Enrollment is limited and students should apply early. Preference will be given to students associated with Course 12.
Second half of IAP. Dates for attending will be set by instructor. Open to Course 12 graduates and undergraduates only. Permission of instructors by personal interview is required. Continuation of 12.484.
Contact: Clark Burchfiel, 54-1010, x3-7919, bcburch@mit.edu
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12.571
Seminar in Geophysics
Geosystems in the Caribbean: Harrison Limestone Cave System, Barbados
Dale Morgan
Schedule: TBD
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Limited to 12 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: H 12 units Graded P/D/F
Fee: 250.00 for Travel
Problems of current interest in geophysics; subject matter varying from term to term.
During the first week the class will meet daily to review the existing literature on the Harrison Cave System of Barbados, including the geology, geochemistry, hydrology, geophysics, policy and environmental aspects. The second week the class will travel to Barbados to investigate first-hand the various geosystems, and perform corresponding measurements and investigations. The final week will be spent analyzing and synthesizing all the available data. The overall objective is to recommend a program of long-term monitoring for sustainability of the cave system. In Barbados, the class will work together with a group from the University of the West Indies.
Contact: Dale Morgan, E34-412, x3-7857, morgan@erl.mit.edu
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12.611
Advanced Planetary Observations
Jim Elliot
Sun Jan 6 thru Tue Jan 29, ??-??:00am, Lowell Observatory
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 17-Oct-2001
Limited to 6 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Level: H 9 units Graded P/D/F
Astronomical observations involving several techniques are carried out at a major observatory, with focus on a particular set of objectives that change from year to year. Work includes: critical planning of the observations; acquiring the data; calibrating the data; and on-site data reduction.
Applications may be obtained from Alli Cocuzzo, 54-410, or Jim Elliot
Contact: Jim Elliot, 54-422, x3-6308, jle@mit.edu
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12.S22
Hands-On Astronomy
Jim Eliott, Andrew Rivkin
Mon-Thu, Jan 7-10, 14-17, 22-24, 07-10:00pm, 37-562
Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 13-Dec-2001
Limited to 12 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: —
Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F
Background for and techniques of visual observation, electronic imaging, and spectroscopy of the Moon, planets, satellites, stars, and brighter deep-space objects. Weekly outdoor observing sessions using 8-inch diameter telescopes when weather permits. Indoor sessions introduce needed skills. Introduction to contemporary observational astronomy including astronomical computing, image and data processing, and how astronomers work. Student must maintain a careful and complete written log which is graded. (Limited enrollment with priority to freshmen. Consumes an entire evening for each class session; 100% attendance at observing sessions
required to pass.)
Web: http://web.mit.edu/12.409/www
Contact: Andrew Rivkin, 54-418, x3-1946, asrivkin@MIT.EDU
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