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Earth Systems Science Online: GEOLOGY 107
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Welcome to Earth Systems Science, a Pierce College online course!

Course Description

Earth Systems Science (GEOL-107) is an introductory natural science lab course (5-units, GER-NS). The course explores the basic principles and processes in the evolution of Earth, and covers topics in geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. It will focus on the connections and interrelationships between the four earth sciences and their historical development. Special emphasis will be placed on examples from the Pacific Northwest.

Course Objectives:

  • Apply the scientific method and the metric system to the earth sciences

  • Describe the solar system and its components, layout, and history.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the complexities of Earth's atmosphere and the major variables and controls of weather and climate.

  • Identify and classify the basic minerals and rocks.

  • Apply the theory of plate tectonics to the location of volcanoes, earthquakes, and other geologic features.

  • Relate various geologic features to the surface processes of water, wind, and ice.

  • Appreciate the size, depths, and dynamics of the world's oceans and seas.

  • Interpret various types of maps and be able to locate features on them, including the ability to use the latitude and longitude system.

  • Demonstrate the ability to access scientific data from various sources, including library research and the Internet.

  • Know the major geological and climatic characteristics of the Pacific Northwest and how they interrelate to create such a great variety of environments.

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