Dublin High Math and Science: Earth Science

EARTH SCIENCE

Grade Level:                                     11-12

Length:                                              1 year

Prerequisite:                                      Concurrent enrollment in Algebra II or above; completion of all semesters of previous math and science classes (including Biology) with C or better; permission of the instructor

Graduation:                                      Fulfills physical science requirement

College Prep:                                    Fulfills CSU/UC elective science requirement

Earth Science deals with processes that shape the earth and the universe. The basic concepts of chemistry and physics are covered within the context of Earth Science topics, which include geology, paleontology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. Critical thinking and lab work are emphasized.