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The Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies course in Jakarta is designed to provide professionals with an understanding of Earth’s climate history and geological transformations.

Jakarta

Fees: 5900
From: 07-12-2026
To: 11-12-2026

Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies

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.

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Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies

The Paleoclimatology and Geological Time Studies Training Courses in Jakarta offer professionals a rigorous and interdisciplinary foundation for understanding Earth’s past climates and long-term geological processes. These programs are designed for geoscientists, environmental researchers, climate analysts, educators, and professionals working in natural resources, sustainability, and environmental planning who seek to interpret historical climate variability and its implications for present and future systems.

Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of paleoclimatology and geological time, focusing on how Earth’s climate has evolved across millions of years. The courses explore key proxies and records—such as ice cores, sedimentary archives, fossil evidence, and isotopic data—to reconstruct past temperature patterns, atmospheric composition, sea levels, and extreme events. Emphasis is placed on linking geological time scales with climate drivers, tectonic processes, and biogeochemical cycles. Through applied case studies and data interpretation exercises, participants develop the skills to analyze paleoclimate datasets and draw scientifically grounded conclusions.

These paleoclimatology and geological time studies programs in Jakarta balance theoretical frameworks with practical analytical techniques. Participants learn to contextualize climate change within deep-time perspectives, assess uncertainty in proxy data, and integrate multidisciplinary evidence into coherent climate narratives. The curriculum also highlights how insights from Earth’s past inform risk assessment, environmental management, and long-term planning in sectors influenced by climate variability.

Attending these training courses in Jakarta provides a stimulating, expert-led learning environment enriched by interactive discussions and global perspectives. Jakarta’s role as a regional academic and research hub enhances the experience by fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among diverse professionals. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to apply deep-time climate insights with confidence—supporting advanced research, informed decision-making, and a nuanced understanding of Earth system dynamics with global relevance.