Climate Science Fundamentals Online Training

The Climate Science Fundamentals Online Training offers an in-depth exploration of climate systems, historical trends, and future projections, guiding learners through the foundations of climate science and its global implications. With a science-driven curriculum, this course delivers essential knowledge on the greenhouse effect, global warming, and the Anthropocene era while connecting these concepts to real-world sectors like health, agriculture, and energy.

This comprehensive training also examines how extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and oceanic changes are shaped by climate variability. Learners gain insights into sustainable adaptation and mitigation strategies, along with an understanding of international climate policy, science communication, and advocacy. This training is ideal for anyone looking to develop informed perspectives and contribute to climate solutions on a global scale.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand key processes driving global climate change patterns.
• Identify greenhouse gases and their effect on global temperatures.
• Recognise how climate affects energy, food, and public health.
• Learn about climate models and scientific forecasting methods.
• Gain insight into climate advocacy, policy, and global frameworks.
• Explore sustainable solutions for mitigation and adaptation globally.

Course Link : Climate Science Fundamentals Online Training

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Climate ScienceFundamentals of Earth’s climate system, weather vs climate, climate dynamics.

Module 02: Anthropocene and Historical Context of Climate ChangeExplore human influence on climate and long-term environmental records.

Module 03: The Greenhouse Effect and Global WarmingUnderstand CO₂ buildup, radiation balance, feedback loops, and warming mechanisms.

Module 04: Climate Change and Extreme Weather EventsLink between global warming, hurricanes, floods, droughts, and wildfires.

Module 05: Ocean and Climate InteractionsInvestigate ocean currents, El Niño, acidification, and sea-level rise.

Module 06: Climate Change and Energy SystemsExplore fossil fuel impacts, renewable energy transition, and carbon cycles.

Module 07: Climate Change and AgricultureAssess changing crop yields, water availability, and food system vulnerabilities.

Module 08: Climate Change and HealthStudy climate-related illnesses, pollution exposure, and health system stress.

Module 09: Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation StrategiesIdentify carbon reduction methods, resilience planning, and nature-based solutions.

Module 10: Climate Change Communication and AdvocacyLearn evidence-based messaging, risk framing, and public engagement.

Module 11: Climate Policy and International CooperationUnderstand global agreements, IPCC frameworks, and national climate action.

Module 12: Climate Science and Future ScenariosExplore climate models, emissions pathways, and sustainability forecasting.

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.