Earth Resources and the Environment

3 credits

An intermediate course focused on origin, global distribution, use and environmental impact of earth resources, metallic minerals, energy resources, industrial minerals, and the social, economic and political implications of mineral resources. ***Prerequisite: ESC 102.*** *Note: ESC 270 may not be taken by students who have passed ESC 472 and/or ESC 470.* *Note: Students may receive credit for one of ESC 270 or GEOL 270.*