EAS 2250

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EAS 2250
The Earth System

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

EAS 2250 provides a broad math-, physics-, and chemistry-based introduction to the earth sciences, including geology, paleontology, oceanography, and atmospheric science. Topics covered include formation of the Earth, the chemistry and physics of the Earth's interior, plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, soil development, stream and groundwater flow, volcanism and crustal deformation, the evolution of life, ocean and atmospheric structure, circulation and heat transport, ocean waves and tides, generation of storms, seawater chemistry, mineral and energy resources, and climate change.


Prerequisites MATH 1110 or MATH 1910.

Distribution Requirements (OPHLS-AG), (PHS-AS)

Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)

Last 1 Terms Offered 2025FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: ENGRD 2250

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  8377 EAS 2250   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Prerequisite: MATH 1110 or MATH 1910.

  •  8378 EAS 2250   LAB 401

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8379 EAS 2250   LAB 402

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person