Earth
Science (ESCI)
103—Earth Science, 4 Cr.
Three hours lecture/two hours lab per
week.
A survey course covering the earth’s
position in the universe, the structure of the earth, and the processes that
form and shape the earth’s surface. Topics include solar system astronomy,
plate tectonics, rocks and minerals, weathering and erosion, and the structure
and circulation of the oceans and atmosphere.