Undergraduate Catalog

EPSS 200 Earth Systems Science

This course covers the origin and evolution of the Earth and its atmosphere and oceans from the perspective of cycles of inorganic and organic materials and the processes that form and shape the Earth. Aspects of the use of energy and other human impacts on the Earth system are discussed. Laboratory work involves studies of geologic materials, maps related to different aspects of Earth Systems, and exercises pertaining to geologic processes. The course includes a field trip.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CHEM 115

Offered

Fall Spring