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2025 Spring > UGRD > ENVSCI > ENVSCI 104

Dinosaurs: A Natural History

Course #: ENVSCI 104

Description:
This course considers dinosaurs, their evolution, and our understanding of their fossil record. Students will examine the geologic record and the tools used by paleontologists to determine: geologic ages and ancient environments; evolutionary history and extinctions; dinosaurian biology and behavior; and their survival as birds. Mechanisms of global change ranging from plate tectonics to asteroid impact will be discussed.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 10266 MWF
9:00 - 9:50 am
White,Christopher David University Hall Y02-2310
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 100
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Natural Sciences