27 courses with the subject EASC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
EASC 211Environmental Geology4
This course explores the relationship between humans and their geologic environment, focusing primarily on the processes that act upon the surface of the planet and those relevant to current environmental issues. Students apply geologic principles to the effects of humans on their physical environment. Topics to be covered include: earth materials and structure, geomorphology, plate tectonics, geologic hazards, and resources. 3 lecture hours, and 2 lab hours.
Integrated environmental science majors and minors only, or by permission of the instructor
Corequisite
None
EASC 212Atmospheric Science4
This course examines the processes and patterns of the earth’s atmospheric system. Students interpret current weather (meteorology) and long-term trends (climatology) by bridging atmospheric chemistry, physics, and dynamics. Additionally, students analyze human-environment interactions in atmospheric systems, including human impacts on weather and climate and the effect weather and climate have on the environment in which we live. Topics include the Earth-Sun relationship, atmospheric structure and composition, air pollution, wind and global circulation, moisture and precipitation, air masses and fronts, severe weather, climates of the world, and climate change. 3 lecture hours, and 2 lab hours.
The role of human activity as a driver of earth system change (e.g., sea level rise, landslides, climate change, and other geologic hazards) is undoubtedly one of the largest threats to humanity and our planet today. Confronting this reality demands an understanding of science through an interdisciplinary lens and its interrelationships with society, economics, politics, and education. In this course, we will examine major principles of earth science, including those from geology, meteorology, atmospheric science, and oceanography. Emphasis will also be placed on the interactions between earth-shaping processes, atmospheric dynamics, and ocean circulation to better understand the effects of human activity on each of these components of earth as a system. Does not meet the requirements for Integrated Environmental Science (IES) majors or minors. May not enroll if EASC 211 and EASC 212 have already been completed. 2 lecture and one 2-hour lab period.
This course examines the intersection of human activities with natural and physical processes and patterns in the context of natural hazards and disasters. The course will begin with foundational concepts of emergency management, including mitigation, response, recovery, preparedness, risk perception, and communication. Following an overview of key emergency management principles, the course examines a variety of geologic (earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, landslides) and atmospheric (thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, winter weather) hazards in terms of their physical processes, patterns, prediction, and impacts. Concepts of risk and vulnerability are emphasized as a means to understand interactions between humans and extreme natural processes. Ultimately, students learn how both communities and individuals can work to become more resilient in the face of the hazard landscape.
Crosslisted With: ( BIOL 342 ) ( GEOG 342 ) An investigation of the past and present geographic distribution of organisms on land and in water. This broad, interdisciplinary course will combine insights from biology, ecology, geography, and geology to examine changes in species distribution over space and time. The course will investigate: 1)historical and present day patterns in biological diversity 2) the geologic, climatic, and ecological factors controlling these patterns, 3) the influence of humanity on biogeography, and 4) the conservation of biodiversity. 3 lecture One 2-hour lab periods
Crosslisted With: ( BIOL 343 ) Historical geology studies the evolution of the earth and life. In this course, we will unveil the story that earth has to tell of its history by learning how to interpret the rock and fossil record. Major emphasis will be placed on principles of stratigraphy, biostratigraphy, geologic history of North America, evolution, and extinction. 3 lecture hours, and 2 lab hours.
Crosslisted With: ( GEOG 353 ) Geographical appraisal of Virginia, including the geology, landforms, soils, climate, economic minerals, original vegetation, and human geography of Virginia, emphasizing settlement of population, agriculture, industries and transportation. Prerequisite(s) or
Crosslisted With: ( GEOG 354 ) This course is an introductory survey of hydrology. Emphasis is on the general physical and chemical principles which govern hydrologic processes. Approaches to hydrologic measurements and the application of hydrologic analyses to water-resource management issues will be examined. A basic understanding of elementary mathematics, physics, physical geography, and chemistry is assumed. 3 lecture periods.
EASC 212 or EASC 300 , with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
Corequisite
None
EASC 361Weather and Society3
Individuals often hesitate to act on early warnings of impending meteorological hazards and disasters. Understanding the cognitive mechanisms that drive the hesitancy, doubt, and/or denial of science is the largest challenge we face when trying to reduce loss from severe weather. In this course, we will address this issue by exploring fundamental principles of meteorology and examining approaches social scientists are currently taking to solve weather-related problems. Additional emphasis will be placed on how various stakeholders make decisions with meteorological data and how these decisions have implications for society, education, communication, law, politics, and/or our economy.
One of the following FSRC Pillar courses ( BIOL 101 , BIOL 114 , CHEM 111 , ENSC 162 ) and completion of the FHBS Pillar requirement
Corequisite
None *Fulfills Civitae Core PSRC SI
EASC 363Physical Oceanography4
An introduction to the historical, geological, chemical and physical aspects of the oceans. This course explores the major principles of physical oceanography, including marine geology, wave and tidal dynamics, and oceanographic circulation. Emphasis will be on interactions between geologic, atmospheric, and marine systems in order to better understand the earth’s oceans as a single, multidimensional system. 3 lecture. One 2-hour lab periods.
Crosslisted With: ( GEOG 410 ) An introduction to the major landform-shaping processes that shape the Earth’s surface, with emphasis on how human activity and climate variability modify these dynamics. Particular attention will be given to the effects of urbanization, erosive land use, and their interaction with current models of geomorphic change. 3 lecture hours, and 2 lab hours.
With the approval of a faculty member and the department chair, a student may carry out an individual research project. May be a continuation of EASC 496 or a new research project that involves advanced application of knowledge and skills. Students are encouraged to share the findings of their research through a poster or oral presentation. May be repeated.
With the approval of a faculty member and the department chair, a student may carry out an individual research project. May be a continuation of EASC 496 or a new research project that involves advanced application of knowledge and skills. Students are encouraged to share the findings of their research through a poster or oral presentation. May be repeated.
Students conduct an in-depth project in earth science under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. May be repeated as 499.
