EART 10How the Earth Works
Introduction to the scientific study of Earth, the materials composing it, and the processes shaping it. Topics include minerals and rocks, Earth's internal structure, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes, oceans and the atmosphere, the formation of landscapes and global change. A one-day, optional field trip is included. Concurrent enrollment in EART 10L is required for majors and minors. (Formerly Geologic Principles.)
- From the Instructor: Attendance of weekly online sessions is highly recommended. Multiple online sections will be announced at the beginning of the class and offered at various times and days to accommodate different time zones and/or summer work schedules.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | Steven Acad 175 | T. J. Blackburn | Open 0/103 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | TBA | Online | T. J. Blackburn | Open 43/100 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 2:40pm–3:45pm | Thim Lecture 001 | A. T. Fisher | Open 68/103 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terry Blackburn | 4.7 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 100% | 19 |
| Andrew Fisher | 4.9 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 94% | 33 |
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