GENERAL INFORMATION

The Bachelor of Science program in earth science is designed to give an understanding of the relationship between the earth and the human environment. The impacts of climate and resources on the global dis-tribution of human societies are covered in the curriculum. Students learn the importance of locale in human affairs in historical and in contemporary perspectives enabling themselves to see the present world in context. The program is designed to make students aware of the physical aspects of the earth, the intricate relationship of humans with the earth and of their complete dependence on earth and its environment. The program is ideal for students planning to seek careers as earth science teachers, urban planners, carto-graphers, meteorologists, industrial analysts and environmental specialists.

The program offers sufficient flexibility to add to courses in earth science from other related disciplines. In addition to the University General Education Requirements, students must take a minimum of 45 credit hours in Earth Science.

Bachelor of Science - Earth Science All General Education Requirements (see ACADEMIC PRO-GRAM ) and the following major requirements: ESC 110, 202, 313, 323, 402, 403, 450 (total of 23 credit hours); electives from Earth Science from the following; ESC 101, 103, 203, 302, 405, 411,412, 414, 415 (22 credit hours); Electives from Related Areas (77 cr hr. or more). NOTE: ESC courses will not count as part of General Education Requirements. Students must earn grade of "C" or better in ESC courses.

EARTH SCIENCE

ESC 101. World Geography: Western Hemisphere (I; 5) A geographic survey of the western hemisphere to acquaint nonmajors with cultural and geopolitical facts and principles that will asssist them in interpreting contemporary events.

ESC 103. World Geography: Eastern Hemisphere (III; 5) A geographic survey of the western hemisphere to acquaint nonmajors with cultural and geopolitical facts and principles that will assist them in interpreting contemporary events in Africa, Asia and Oceania

ESC 110. Fundamentals of Geography (I, II; 5) The course gives students an understanding and appreciation of the earth as the home of man; studies the rudiments of the physical and cultural environment and the cognate and co-ordinating character of geography among the social sciences. This course serves as a point of departure for future studies in geography.

ESC 202. Economic Geography (II; 3) A study of the geographic environment as related to the economic activities and pursuits of mankind. The major economic activities of man as well as the resource patterns of the earth are studied.

ESC 203. Middle America (II; 3) A study of the geographic factors, physical and cultural, that are basic to an understanding of the historical and contemporary development of Mexico and the countries of Central America and the West Indies.

ESC 302. The Geography of AngloAmerica (I; 3) A regional study of the U.S., Canada and U.S. territories which emphasizes analysis of the geographic environment and its impact on the socioeconomic development of regions.

ESC 313. Weather and Climate (III; 3) Designed to give some understanding of the elements and control of climate, climatic phenomena, climatic types, and the char-acteristics of the major types and classifications of climates as they are found on the continents. Daily observations will be made by the student in the laboratory and a log will be kept.

ESC 323. The Geography of Europe (III; 3) (Even Years) A regional study of Europe with an emphasis on the analysis of the geographic, environment of Northern, Western, southern and Eastern Europe and its impact of the socio-economic and geopolitical aspects of the continents.

ESC 402. The Geography of Asia (II; 3) (Even Years) A regional study of the Near, Middle and Far East. Emphasis is placed upon the interpretation of He environmental elements of the continent and its relevance to the socioeconomic and geopolitical aspects of the continent.

ESC 403. The Geography of Latin America (III; 3) ( Even Years) A regional analysis of the geography of Latin America inclusive of Mexico, Central America, the West Indies and South America. Intercultural relationships are noted as well as the impact of geography on the socioeconomic and geopolitical aspects of Latin America. Interpretive research on particular aspects is encouraged.

ESC 404. Conservation of Natural Resources (I; 3) (Odd Years) Economic and geographical appraisal of resource conservation in the United States. Regional and national planning of resource utilization Prerequisites: ESC 110, 202, or 15 hours of social science.

ESC 405. Political Geography (II; 3) (Odd Years) The geographical character of the nationstate. The relation of geopolitics to political geography. Prerequisites: ESC 110, 202, or 10 credit hours in HIS, or PSI 391 or 444.

ESC 406. Historical Geography of the United States (I; 3) (Even Years) A study of the occupation, settlement and development of the United States based on the geography of various regions.

ESC 411. Urban Geography (I; 3) (Odd Years) Origin and growth of cities. Structure and function of urban centers, their area expansion and intertrade focus on relation; each examined in relation to city planning. Prerequisite: Senior standing or ESC 110, 202.

ESC 412. The Geography of Africa (I; 3) A regional study of the many geographies of Africa, the African environment and the development of culture and economic life. Western and Islamic impacts as they influence the creation and development of geographic regions.