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ESCI 1520 Introduction to Earth Science Lecture and Laboratory

This course is an introduction to the essentials of Earth Science with a laboratory. The sciences that collectively make up Earth science include geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. This course focuses on the interactions between physical and chemical systems of the Earth such as the tectonic cycle, rock cycle, and hydrologic cycle. This course covers the distinction between weather and climate and an understanding of Earth?s place in the larger universe. C-ID: GEOL 121. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

Credits

4.00 Credits(s)

Distribution

Sciences and Mathematics

Advisories

Advisory: Successful completion of Mathematics 1060 with a grade of 'C' or better and eligibility for English 1500 strongly recommended; 48 hours lecture (96 Outside of class hours); 48 hours lab (192 Total Student Learning Hours) 4 Units