Science Courses We Cover
Physical
Geology
Physical Geology topics typically include the origin of the Earth, plate tectonics, the formation of minerals and rocks, weathering and erosion, earthquake hazards, volcanoes, crustal deformation, stream and river processes, and glacial processes.
Earth Science
An Earth science curriculum focuses on the study of the planet, and its place and relation to the rest of the universe. An Earth science course teaches students a number of fundamental concepts in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy.
Environmental
Science
Environmental science is dedicated to understanding the interactions between earth's natural systems and the demands placed on them by the human population.
Astronomy
A study of astronomical instrumentation and methodologies, a survey of the solar system, star evolution, cosmology and the origins of the universe, and a review of galactic types and histories.
Historical
Geology
Historical geology is a discipline that uses the principles and methods of geology to reconstruct the geological history of Earth. Historical geology examines the vastness of geologic time, measured in billions of years.
Geography
Geography examines the basic concepts and processes that shape human geography. Global and local patterns of population, migration, environmental resources, agriculture, economy and urbanization are generally the main focus.
Meteorology
Meteorology is the science concerned with the Earth's atmosphere and its physical processes. It involves observing and interpreting atmospheric variables as well as forecasting future weather conditions.