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. State Core Course Description (State Rule 6A-14.0303). This course is taught in a “C” format with 2 hours of lecture and 1 hour of lab. This course satisfies the Natural Sciences General Education Core. (Note credit is not given for both ESC 1000C and ESC 1000/L).