— The Earth

Prerequisites & course information

Course Description: Introduction to the study of the Earth. Earth's internal structure; tectonic processes; geological hazards and resources; human relationship to the environment. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Discussion 1 hour(s). Credit Limitation(s): Not open for credit to students who have taken GEL 050 or EPS 050 ; only 2 credits for students who have taken GEL 002 or EPS 002. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE); Scientific Literacy (SL). This course version is effective from, and including: Fall Quarter 2026. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Discussion 1 hour(s). Credit Limitation(s): Not open for credit to students who have taken GEL 050 or EPS 050 ; only 2 credits for students who have taken GEL 002 or EPS 002. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE); Scientific Literacy (SL).