Possibly one or more field trips . A good course for the general studies requirement in physical science. ES 230 Special Topics in Earth Science Credit 3 hours To meet special needs of earth science students. An introduction to the nature of the Earth, its landforms, and the ways in which they form. Normally taken concurrently with ES 231 .
Laboratory exercises dealing with minerals and rocks, topographic maps, etc.
One or more field trips will be required. The origin and evolution of Earth and its inhabitants. ES 234L Historical Geology Laboratory Credit 1 hour Normally taken concurrently with ES 234 . Laboratory exercises dealing with fossils, sedimentary rocks, etc. One or more field trips will be required.