Earth Science ERSC

ERSC 101 Introduction to Earth Science

Units

4

Hours

54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours, 108 contact hours total

Prerequisite

Completion of Intermediate Algebra or higher or placement by multiple measures.

Transfers to

CSU, UC

C-ID

GEOL 121

Applies to the associate degree or certificates (AVC)

An introduction to the essentials of Earth Science with a laboratory. Topics include the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and solar system. This course focuses on the interactions between physical and chemical systems of the Earth such as the tectonic cycle, rock cycle, hydrologic cycle, weather and climate.

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections) · Winter 2027 (1 section) · Spring 2027 (2 sections)