Quaternary Climate and Environmental Reconstructions
Natural archives like lake sediments, peat and tree rings are important for climate and environmental reconstructions over time.
This course focuses on methods for biological, physical and chemical analyses of natural archives for reconstructing climate and environmental changes, particularly during the Holocene. You will learn about qualitative as well as quantitative methods. The course covers both general principles of climate- and environmental reconstructions, and some selected archives which we will discuss in detail.
During this course you will get extensive “hands-on” lab expertise on how to analyze different archives, including the methods dendroclimatology, pollen, diatom and plant macrofossil analysis. You will also learn about statistical treatment and interpretation of proxy data.
The course is part (elective course) of the Master's Programme in Polar Landscapes and Quaternary Climate, but it can also be taken as a separate course
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Course structure
Modules
- Theory, 5 credits
- Practical analysis, 10 credits
Teaching format
Instruction consists of lectures, laboratory work, seminars and exercises.
Assessment
For details see syllabus.
Examiner
Britta Sannel
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course reports
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Contact
Registration is normally done at the beginning of each semester.
Student office
Kerstin Hörnby
E-mail: kerstin.hornby@natgeo.su.seStudy counsellor
Maria Damberg
E-mail: maria.damberg@natgeo.su.seCourse responsible
Britta Sannel
E-mailt: britta.sannel@natgeo.su.se
