Nature and methods of research in the earth sciences. Development of research proposal that will provide the basis for thesis or graduate research project. Required of all first year Earth Sciences graduate students.

An online, problem-based course in which students conduct data analysis on climate variability, modeling, and Earth system impacts and apply results to societal issues.

Internship in a public agency or private firm to provide professional experience under the supervision of an area specialist. S/U graded.

Faculty and students select an earth sciences topic for intensive study beyond the scope of existing departmental course offerings.

Qualified graduate students select and research a problem and present professional quality written report.

Intensive study of selected earth sciences topic under the direction of student's graduate studies committee. S/U graded.