The course examines Earth s interacting systems and shows their relationship to the development of the planet. The programs document geologic principles using a case study approach. The geologic formations and processes described relate to the theory of plate tectonics, which is the most comprehensive model for understanding planetary changes. The course stresses that the Earth continues to evolve. Our future depends on our knowledge and actions today.
Telecourse credit is transferable, and can be applied toward a degree.
Telecourse students have the same campus rights and privileges as other credit students. A full range of college services appears in the college catalog available from the Registrar or in the Counseling office on your home campus. Local Instructor Biography Neva Duncan Tabb , has taught for the Division of Natural Sciences at SPJC since 1981. She got her AA from SPJC, her BA in Biology for the University of South Florida, and her MA in Physical Geography for USF as well, where she has taught for the Geography department since 1985. Her areas of specialty are meteorology and environmental science.