Recent SemestersFall 2026, Fall 2025Class Size24 studentsCredits4PrerequisitePrerequisites: Elementary algebra or eligibility for college-level math using the current college process. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5A · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5A · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B1 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionIntroduces the essentials of Earth Science including a laboratory component. 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.Usually HeldTue Thu 1:30pm–2:55pm, Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm, Tue Thu 10:15am–11:40am, Tue Thu 11:00am–12:35pm 