Course Descriptions 2025-2026 School Year PHYSICAL SCIENCE ESC1000  Introduction to Earth Science  3.0   P Using the scientific method, critical thinking skills, data analysis, this course will examine the fundamental processes of the Earth system, composed of an atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, and exosphere, through time. The course will also explore interactions between these spheres, including critical analysis of scientific theories and emphasize Earth’s connections with humans.... Full Description ESC1000L  Introduction to Earth Science Laboratory  1.0   P An exploration of our earth through exercises involving observations, and analysis of Earth materials, processes that shape the earth's surface, geologic time, fossils, plate tectonics, atmospheric processes, ocean dynamics, and astronomy. The course earns General Education credit under the Physical Sciences category for which successful students will demonstrate the skills necessary to understand and apply scientific concepts and reasoning, including the analysis and interpretation of various types of data.... Full Description PSC2121  General Physical Science  3.0   P This course presents concepts of the physical sciences by following the evolution of the material universe and by exploring the physical laws which govern its formation and organization. Topics and integrated lab experiences will include physics, chemistry, astronomy, and geology. The interaction of the physical sciences with other disciplines will be emphasized. The course earns General Education credit under the Physical Sciences category for which successful students will demonstrate the skills necessary to understand and apply scientific concepts and reasoning, including analysis and interpretation of various types of data.... Full Description PSC2121L  General Physical Science Lab  1.0   P Lab to support General Physical Science.... Full Description ESC2905  Individual Study     P The purpose of an individual study is to assist the student in pursuing special academic interests in greater depth than is possible in existing courses.... Full Description