GEOL 107 - Introduction to Earth Science

Unit(s): 3

This course studies the operation of the Earth system and its solar system home. It introduces the fundamental aspects of 4 major areas: astronomy; geology, including plate tectonics, and the planetary history of the Earth and its moon; physical oceanography; and weather and climate. There is no lab. The course is designed to prepare students for the earth science and astronomy parts of the SET examination.

Grading: OPT
Prerequisite(s): The prerequisite is that the student must be enrolled in the AMCS, LIBS, CALS, or ENSP credential program.