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Rensselaer Catalog 2025-2026

ERTH 1150 - Earth, Energy and the Environment Lab

This lab focuses on geological processes in the interior of Earth and how they are manifested at the surface: age and origin of Earth, how rocks form, large-scale Earth processes, and energy sources. Review plate tectonics and the evolution of the main features of Earth’s surface. Physical and chemical composition of Earth and the large-scale dynamics of the planet.

Corequisite: ERTH 1100  

When Offered: FALL TERM ANNUALLY

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 1