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School of Arts & Sciences

Earth Sciences

Course Descriptions

The notations after each course title indicate 1) the semester during which the course is offered and 2) the number of credit hours, the number of lecture hours per week, and the number of laboratory hours per week for the course.


ESCI 105 Fundamentals of Earth Sciences (3-3-0)
An introduction to astronomy, meteorology and oceanography. A study of the structure, origin and evolution of the universe, atmosphere and oceans.

ESCI 301 Introduction to Geology (4-3-0)
Study of the processes acting to create earth materials, land forms and structures in and on the earth. An introduction to the evolution of the physical and biological aspects of the earth. Prerequisites: BIOL 102; CHEM 102.

ESCI 295, ESCI 395, ESCI 495 Special Topics in Earth Sciences I, II, III (1-6 credits)

ESCI 296, ESCI 396, ESCI 496 Independent Study in Earth Sciences I, II, III (1-6 credits)
Special Request Independent Study Fee: $60 per credit.