The first is devoted to a discussion of the basic social and physical concepts upon which environmental geology is based. A brief discussion of the cultural roots that underlie environmental problems is included. The second deals with the materials of which our planet is composed, Earth processes, both internal and external, and natural hazards.
Emphasis is focused on the impact of the natural world on humans.
The third deals with the impact of humans on the natural world. The management, use and misuse of soil and water resources and the resultant effects on environmental health will be emphasized along with a discussion of the generation, handling and disposal of waste. The fourth is focused on the utilization of non-renewable resources. Emphasis is placed on the distribution, production and consumption of mineral and energy resources and the resultant impact on the environment. The last segment deals with the evaluation and implementation of land-use practices.