ED702 Earth Science II (Elementary/Middle)   (3.00 cr.)

Students explore the processes that have shaped the surface of the earth in a physical and historical geologic context. Emphasis on factors influencing the development and continued modification of life, climate, landforms and their resultant environments. Major topics include the structure of the earth, minerals and rocks, plate tectonics, volcanism and seismic activity, weathering, erosion and sediment transport, geologic time, geologic dating methods, life through time, climate through time, and current environmental systems. Weekend field trips required.