EARTHSC 1121
The Dynamic Earth
3 cr
This course introduces students to earth sciences. Topics include earth processes and human impacts; the structure and composition of the earth, plate tectonics, rock & water cycles, energy & mineral resources, and climate change. Autumn 2021 and after: Add EarthSc 1200 for Physical Science GE lab credit. Autumn 2022 and after: Add EarthSc 1200 to fulfill GE Foundations: Natural Science. Prereq: Math 1075 or above, or ACT Mathematics Subscore of 22 or higher, or Math Placement Level R or better. Not open to students with credit for 1100.
Sections
2
Instructors
1
Enrolled
102
Open
2
Instructors
Sections in Autumn 2026
| # | Sec | Instructor | Hist. GPA | Days/Time | Room | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22479 | 20 | Douglas E. Alsdorf | — | TR 12:45 pm-2:05 pm | ML 100 100 | Open · 51 enrolled |
| 25905 | 22 | Douglas E. Alsdorf | — | — | ONLINE | Open · 51 enrolled |