GE 117 - Foundations of Earth Science

Institution:

Alverno College

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Description:

Prereq. ALG 051 completed or concurrent - This course includes discussion, lab, and field trips. The student focuses on an analysis of several earth and space systems and concepts. She studies aspects of geology (materials and landforms of the earth's crust and dynamic processes that change and shape the crust), meteorology (weather and climate), and space and planetary science. She investigates forces forming and driving these systems and the interrelationships among these systems. She also evaluates effects of human activities on the earth's systems. This course may be substituted for SC 117 by non-education majors.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alverno.edu

Phone Number:

(414) 382-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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