Earth Science

Catalog description

Students survey the major fields of earth science including geology, astronomy, oceanography and meteorology. Plate tectonics, the lives of stars, earthquakes, tides, and extreme weather will be covered. The relationship of these processes to each other and to overarching earth science concepts, such as the rock cycle, the water cycle, and the evolution of the universe will be examined. Major focuses include communicating scientific concepts and the impact these processes have on civilization. The scientific method is illustrated as it relates to analyzing earth science problems. Field trips may be required.