The Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies in Brussels is a specialized training course designed to explore Earth’s climate evolution and geological time scale.
From:
04-05-2026
From:
14-09-2026
Course Overview
Earth’s climate and geological history provide critical insights into present and future environmental change. This Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies Training Course introduces participants to the reconstruction of past climates, the study of geological timescales, and the dating techniques used to interpret Earth’s deep history.
The course covers proxy data, stratigraphy, radiometric dating, and climate archives such as ice cores and sediments. Participants will also explore the links between past climate change, tectonics, evolution, and modern climate challenges.
By combining lectures, case studies, and practical analysis, participants will strengthen their ability to analyze geological records and apply paleoclimate knowledge to current geoscience and environmental debates.
Course Benefits
Gain knowledge of Earth’s climate history and timescales.
Learn dating techniques for geological and climate studies.
Analyze climate proxy data (ice cores, sediments, fossils).
Understand climate change in Earth’s deep past.
Connect paleoclimate research to present climate challenges.
Course Objectives
Explain principles of paleoclimatology and geological time.
Apply dating methods to reconstruct Earth’s history.
Analyze geological archives for climate reconstruction.
Understand interactions between tectonics, life, and climate.
Interpret stratigraphic and fossil records.
Evaluate paleoclimate insights for modern climate issues.
Strengthen skills in geological data interpretation.
Training Methodology
The course combines lectures, lab-style exercises, data interpretation, and case studies. Participants will work with real paleoclimate datasets and geological records to practice reconstruction methods.
Target Audience
Geoscientists and paleoclimatologists.
Environmental scientists and climate researchers.
Students and researchers in geology or earth sciences.
Policy and resource professionals interested in climate history.
Target Competencies
Paleoclimate reconstruction.
Geological dating methods.
Stratigraphy and proxy analysis.
Interpreting Earth’s climate and time records.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Paleoclimatology and Geological Time
Importance of Earth’s climate and time studies.
Overview of the geological timescale.
Methods of reconstructing past climates.
Role of paleoclimate in modern science.
Unit 2: Geological Timescales and Dating Methods
Stratigraphy and relative dating.
Radiometric dating techniques.
Fossils as indicators of geological time.
Case studies in dating Earth’s history.
Unit 3: Climate Archives and Proxies
Ice cores, sediments, and tree rings.
Isotopes and geochemical proxies.
Fossil evidence in climate studies.
Reliability and limitations of proxies.
Unit 4: Climate Change Through Geological Time
Major climate events (Ice Ages, Greenhouse periods).
Role of tectonics and volcanism.
Evolutionary impacts of climate shifts.
Lessons from past warming and cooling events.
Unit 5: Paleoclimate Insights for the Future
Linking paleoclimate to present climate change.
Using models informed by geological data.
Relevance for sustainability and policy.
Future directions in paleoclimate research.
Ready to explore Earth’s climate history and geological timescales?
Join the Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain insights from Earth’s past to inform its future.
The Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies Training Courses in Brussels provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Earth’s ancient climates, geological history, and the long-term processes that have shaped the planet’s environment. These programs are designed for geoscientists, environmental researchers, educators, sustainability planners, climate analysts, and professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to interpret geological records and apply historical climate insight to contemporary environmental challenges.
Participants gain foundational knowledge in paleoclimatology, including the study of climate proxies such as ice cores, sediment layers, fossils, isotopic signatures, and mineral deposits. The courses explore how these natural archives are used to reconstruct past climate conditions, identify major climate transitions, and understand the drivers of environmental change across geological eras. Through case studies and hands-on data interpretation exercises, attendees learn to evaluate climate variability, analyze long-term climate cycles, and assess how Earth’s atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere have evolved over millions of years.
These geological time studies training programs in Brussels also examine the geological time scale, stratigraphic principles, and the use of dating techniques to correlate events across different regions and environments. The curriculum highlights how insights from geological history inform the study of modern climate systems, ecosystem adaptation, and future climate scenarios. Participants develop the ability to connect deep-time processes with present-day scientific and sustainability goals.
Attending these training courses in Brussels provides an opportunity to learn in a globally engaged academic and professional environment, enriched by collaboration with scientific institutions and climate research networks. Expert-led discussions, interactive sessions, and comparative analysis of global paleoclimate records enhance participants’ analytical and interpretive skills.
Upon completion, participants will be equipped to apply paleoclimate data to research, planning, and environmental assessments—contributing to a deeper understanding of climate change, earth system evolution, and long-term environmental resilience.