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Current Topics in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences MatLab Bootcamp Tim Grove, Dan Amrhein, Jaap Nienhuis, Neesha Schnepf Mon Jan 27 thru Fri Jan 31, 02-03:30pm, 54-819 Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class. Listeners allowed, space permitting Prereq: Permission of instructor Level: U 3 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Laboratory or field work in earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences. Consult with department Education Office. New to MatLab or have limited experience? This class gets you started with the basics that you'll need to use MatLab in a class. Course includes: getting MatLab started on your computer, learning how to start programming, building skills, solving problems. It provides resources for future reference. See more detailed information at class websitel Web: http://eapsweb.mit.edu/academics/courses/iap Contact: Vicki McKenna, 54-910, 253-3380, vsm@mit.edu |
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Current Topics in Geology and Geochemistry Delivering Energy at Scale: Science, Technology, and Sustainable Development Rob van der Hilst, David Patrick Murphy, Industry Consultant, Richard A. Sears, Industry Consultant Tue Jan 21 thru Fri Jan 24, 01-05:00pm, 54-517 Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class. Listeners allowed, space permitting Prereq: Permission of instructor Level: U 3 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Laboratory or field work in geology and geochemistry. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office.
Contact: Richard Sears, rsears@mit.edu |
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Current Topics in Atmospheric Science and Oceanography Exploring Astrobiology: Is There Anything Out There? Cancelled Ben Kotrc Mon-Fri, Jan 6-10, 13-17, 10am-12:00pm, 54-819 Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class. Listeners allowed, space permitting Prereq: Permission of instructor Open to all interested students. Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Laboratory or field work in atmospheric science and oceanography. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. Is there life beyond Earth? How will we ever find out? This IAP course will explore these questions and many others???questions that fall under the new and evolving field of Astrobiology. Topics will include how we define life in the first place, where we might look to find it in our own solar system, and how we can try to identify life on planets that circle far-away stars. Covering fields including astronomy, planetary geology, evolutionary biology, and paleontology, we will discuss the most cutting-edge research and touch on a wide array of topics. Each class will involve a mix of lectures, activities, and local field trips. Contact: Ben Kotrc, E25-637, 455-1661, kotrc@mit.edu |
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Current Topics in Planetary Science Exploring Astrobiology: Is There Anything Out There? Cancelled Ben Kotrc Mon-Fri, Jan 6-10, 13-17, 10am-12:00pm, 54-819 Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class. Listeners allowed, space permitting Prereq: Permission of instructor Level: U 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Laboratory or field work in planetary science. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. Is there life beyond Earth? How will we ever find out? This IAP course will explore these questions and many others -questions that fall under the new and evolving field of Astrobiology. Topics will include how we define life in the first place, where we might look to find it in our own solar system, and how we can try to identify life on planets that circle far-away stars. Covering fields including astronomy, planetary geology, evolutionary biology, and paleontology, we will discuss the most cutting-edge research and touch on a wide array of topics. Each class will involve a mix of lectures, activities, and local field trips. Contact: Ben Kotrc, E25-637, 455-1661, kotrc@MIT.EDU |
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Field Geology II Clark Burchfiel, Oliver Jagoutz Mon Jan 6 thru Fri Jan 31, ??-??:00am, field area in western U.S. Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 02-Dec-2013 No listeners Prereq: 12.113, 12.114 Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading Institute LAB Fee: 200.00 for for travel, food and lodging During January, students practice methods of modern geological field study off-campus during an intensive four-week experience. Exercises include geological and geomorphological mapping on topographic and photographic base maps of a wide variety of bedrock and surficial rocks. Where feasible, geochemical and geophysical field measurements are corrrelated with geology. Contact Vicki McKenna to register for the trip on or before Dec. 2. vsm@mit.edu, 54-910, x3-3380. Contact: Clark Burchfiel, 54-1010, x3-7919, bcburch@mit.edu |
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Electron Microprobe Analysis Dr. Nilanjan Chatterjee Tue Jan 7, Thu Jan 9, Tue Jan 14, Thu Jan 16, 01-05:00pm, 54-1221 Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 03-Jan-2014 Limited to 8 participants. Listeners allowed, space permitting 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 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. Please enter lottery by submitting form at http://web.mit.edu/e-probe/www/courses.shtml#credit or contact Dr. Chatterjee by calling 617-253-1995 or e-mailing nchat@mit.edu. Optional Reference: Class notes and "Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microanalysis: A Text for Biologists, Material Scientists, and Geologists, Goldstein et al., Plenum Press: New York". Web: http://web.mit.edu/e-probe/www/courses.shtml Contact: Dr. Nilanjan Chatterjee, 54-1216, x3-1995, nchat@MIT.EDU |
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Field Geophysics Dale Morgan Mon Jan 13 thru Fri Jan 31, ??-??:00am, 54-822, off-camus 16th-25th Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 02-Dec-2013 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. Field trip travel is planned for Jan 16-25, preceding and following days will involve introduction to field techniques and data analysis. Contact Vicki McKenna to register for the trip on or before Dec. 2. Contact: Vicki McKenna, 54-910, x3-3380, vsm@mit.edu |
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An Introduction to Weather Forecasting Lodovica Illari Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 13, 15, 17, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31, 01:30-03:00pm, 54-915 Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class. Limited to 50 participants. Listeners allowed, space permitting Prereq: GIR:PHY1, GIR:CAL1 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. Web: http://paoc.mit.edu/synoptic/courses/12.310/12310.htm Contact: Lodovica Illari, 54-1612, x3-2286, illari@mit.edu |
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Astronomy Field Camp Amanda Bosh Mon Jan 6 thru Sat Jan 25, ??-??:00am, Flagstaff, AZ, Lowell Observatory Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 30-Oct-2013 Limited to 6 participants. No listeners Prereq: 12.410J or 8.287J Level: U 9 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Fee: 200.00 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. Limited to 6. Organization meeting on TBA. Depart Boston on Jan. 6. Applications (due 10/30) may be obtained from Dr. Amanda Bosh or Ms. Allison Cocuzzo, contact info below. Because of the early deadline each year, please plan ahead. Contact: Amanda Bosh, 54-420, x3-4115, asbosh@mit.edu |
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Advanced Field Geology I Clark Burchfiel Mon Jan 6 thru Fri Jan 31, ??-??:00am, field area in western U.S. Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 02-Dec-2013 No listeners Prereq: 12.113, 12.114 Level: G 6 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Fee: 200.00 for for food and travel expenses. Introduction to the problems to be investigated in 12.482, as well as the regional setting and local geology of the field area. Various special techniques may be introduced and preparatory investigations may be conducted that are specific to the area to be studied in 12.482. Register for 12.481 if only attending part field camp. Otherwise, register for 12.482. Contact Vicki McKenna to register for the trip on or before Dec. 2. vsm@mit.edu, 54-910, x3-3380. Contact: Clark Burchfiel, 54-1010, x3-7919, bcburch@mit.edu |
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Advanced Field Geology II Clark Burchfiel Mon Jan 6 thru Fri Jan 31, ??-??:00am, field area in western U.S. Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 02-Dec-2013 Limited to 20 participants. No listeners Prereq: 12.481 Level: H 9 units Standard A - F Grading Can be repeated for credit Fee: 200.00 for Travel In January, a geological and geomorphological study of a selected field area is conducted during a four-week excursion. The following term includes: preparation of maps and report based on field study conducted in January; and laboratory analysis of samples. Contact Vicki McKenna to register for the trip on or before Dec. 2. vsm@mit.edu, 54-910, x3-3380. Contact: Clark Burchfiel, 54-1010, x3-7919, bcburch@mit.edu |
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Advanced Planetary Observations Amanda Bosh Sun-Sat, Jan 6, 12-25, ??-??:00am, Flagstaff, AZ, Lowell Observatory Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS. Enter lottery by: 30-Oct-2013 Limited to 6 participants. No listeners Prereq: Permission of instructor Level: H 9 units Graded P/D/F Can be repeated for credit Fee: 200.00 for travel, food, lodging 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. Organization meeting on TBA. Depart Boston on Jan. 6. Applications (due 10/30) may be obtained from Dr. Amanda Bosh or Ms. Allison Cocuzzo, contact info below. Because of the early deadline each year, please plan ahead. Contact: Amanda Bosh, 54-420, x3-4115, asbosh@mit.edu |