ES 101 - Introduction to Environmental Studies: Earth Science

4 credits
Provides students with a basic understanding of the Earth’s atmosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere. Topics include minerals, rocks, atmospheric and oceanic composition, and the structure of the Earth’s interior. Provides a framework for students interested in the major processes operating on the Earth’s surface and in its interior. Three hours of lecture and one 3-hour laboratory. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand G - Sciences). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Corequisite(s): ES 101L.