Earth Sciences (ERTH)

Classes

ERTH 101 : Introduction to Geology

This course is a study of the principles of physical geology, the composition and structure of the earth, and the processes shaping the earth’s surface. We’ll study geology as it affects our lives and shapes our landscape including volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other processes such as weathering and mountain building that evolve or act over extremely long time periods. The course also explores the very nature of science and scientific inquiry through the unifying theory of plate tectonics, a dramatic example of how new evidence and understanding can revolutionize a scientific discipline.

credits

3

Class Hours

Class Hours3 lecture

Prerequisites

Qualified for ENG 100 and MATH 82X.

Corequisites

Designations

Diversification: Physical Sciences — DP

Semester Offered

Fall, Spring

ERTH 101L : Introduction to Geology Lab

This course explores basic procedures of geologic investigations into the structure and properties of Earth and its geologic processes. Field trips may be required.

credits

1

Class Hours

Class Hours3 lab

Prerequisites

Qualified for ENG 100 and MATH 82X.

Corequisites

Designations

Diversification: Lab (Science) — DY

Semester Offered

Fall, Spring

ERTH 130 : Geological Hazards

This introductory course covers the causes of, and effects from, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, landslides, rockfalls, and other natural phenomena.

credits

3

Class Hours

Class Hours3 lecture

Prerequisites

Qualified for ENG 100.

Designations

Diversification: Physical Sciences — DP

Semester Offered

Fall (every odd year), Spring (every odd year)

ERTH 214 : Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau Field Geology

This four-day field trip course on the island of Kaua‘i studies the volcanological evolution and continuing geological history of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau volcanoes. Students traveling from other islands are responsible for air and ground transportation, meals, and lodging.

credits

1

Class Hours

Class Hours3 lab

Prerequisites

"C" or higher in ERTH 101, ERTH 101L, or ERTH 130.

Designations

Diversification: Lab (Science) — DY

Semester Offered

Fall (every even year), Spring (every even year)

Comments

As with Windward CC, students completing or concurrently enrolled in ERTH 103 (GG 103) "Geology of the Hawaiian Islands" will be sufficiently prepared for the course. Students should contact the instructor for approval to enroll.