PSCI 112 - Introduction to Earth Science

Institution:

West Virginia University at Parkersburg

Subject:

Description:

4 HRS. Fundamental concepts of geology, meteorology, and astronomy. Earth processes, both past and present, will be studied. Topics covered will include the origin of the Universe, solar system and earth; the structure and composition of the earth; plate tectonics; the atmosphere, weather and climate; earth's water resources, and the Earth's place in the Universe. Earth resources andenvironmental topics will be stressed in the course, rocks and minerals and topographic maps will be studied, and there will be a local geologic field trip. (3 lecture hours and 2 lab hours per week.) F-S-Su

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.wvup.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 424-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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