EAS 102 - Earth Science

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Tunxis

Subject:

Description:

3 credits (SCI-113) (55-105 An introductory overview of our planet Earth, including important aspects of physical and historical geology. Rock types, minerals, plate tectonics, and estimates of the earth's age will be examined. Physical oceanography (oceans, currents and water masses), meteorology (weather systems, wind-ocean interactions and climatology), and astronomy (planets and moons in our solar system and the sun) will be included. This course qualifies as a science elective for non-science majors. Field trips may be required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.Tunxis.Commnet.Edu

Phone Number:

(860) 255-3500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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