SW 292 - Explorng Earth's Phys Features

Institution:

DePaul University

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Description:

From majestic mountains and volcanoes, to expansive oceans and scenic plateaus and canyons, the landforms of Earth are diverse and awe-inspiring. In this course, you will explore the character, distribution and evolution of landforms as they reflect millions of years of complex change involving both the Earth's surface and internal processes. Upon completion of this course you will have an essential understanding of earth's landforms, their geologic history and the physical and chemical processes that sculpt them. You will be able to explain connections between earth's physical features, natural resource distribution, and the quality of human life. Principal topics covered will include: plate tectonics, earthquakes, erosion and weathering, sedimentation, rock types, mountains, volcanoes, plateaus, coasts, the plains, deserts, glaciation, and the economics of earth's physical features. Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding the evolution of earth's geologic features using specific landform examples from North America and elsewhere. Competences: S1A, S2B, S2C, S4. Faculty: Staff

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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