NSCI 101: Evolution of Earth Systems

Subject Area
Credits 5 Lecture Hours 55 Lab Hours 0
Other Hours
0
Total Hours
55
Distributions & Designations
Global Studies,
Natural Science
GS, NS- This natural science course is a multidisciplinary exploration of Earth's past, present, and future. Students will examine theories that explain the origin of the universe, solar system, the Earth, and the Earth's interrelated systems. Students will discover how evolutionary changes in both physical and biological systems have resulted in the modern Earth. Students will gain insight as to how systems of feedbacks maintain the planetary balance, and how human impacts to those systems have created global environmental change. Through this, students will gain insight on the process of generating and challenging scientific knowledge.

Prerequisites

Placement into ENGL 95 or above.