ES0001 THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTS OF SINGAPORE

This is an introductory course designed to provide you with a broad understanding of the physical environments in Singapore. You will learn about how Earth Systems have affected the physical environment of Singapore over time. The emphasis will be on the natural physical processes by which these environments form, evolve and interact dynamically in the Earth Systems as part of the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere and anthrosphere . Since Earth Systems Science is interdisciplinary by nature, we will use multi-scientific disciplines, especially geology, chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics. Emphasis w ill be placed on examining the various environments in the field and through exploratory laboratory exercises. The material covered in this course will provide a strong basis for understanding and evaluating potential changes to Singapore's environment in the future.