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    Dec 10, 2024  
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EAS* K102 - Earth Science


3 CREDIT HOURS
Corequisite: ENG* K096  . Please note: if completing ENG* K096 prior to enrolling in EAS* K102, a grade of “C#” or better is required for registration into this course.
In this course, scientific studies of earth systems will be discussed. The topics to be covered will include astronomy, meteorology, geology, and oceanography. Astronomy; measurements of the universe, the solar system, and light. Meteorology; weather & climate, temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind. Geology; the rock cycle, earth’s substance, mineral identification, erosion, and geomorphology. Oceanography; hydrologic cycle, wind, waves, water circulation and tides. The fundamental principles of all four disciplines the interdependence of physical processes and natural laws governing the earth will be explored. Students who have taken EAS* K110 will not receive credit for this course.



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