Overview of AL: Earth Space Science
AL: Earth Space Science encompasses the exploration of Earth and its celestial companions. This dynamic field brims with fascination and numerous valuable real-world applications. Certain Earth scientists leverage their expertise in Earth's composition to unearth and harness energy and mineral resources. Others delve into the ramifications of human actions on the Earth's delicate ecosystem and devise strategies to safeguard our planet. Furthermore, some employ their understanding of Earth's intricate mechanisms, including volcanoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, to formulate community blueprints that shield residents from these perilous occurrences. To successfully pass and complete this course, learners must read, watch, and interact with all course materials and components.
How long will this take?
Ask your community coordinator for details on your approximate completion time.
Credit Value: 1.0
Course content must be fully graded to be considered complete.
Grading Scale
The following will be covered in the Units of this Course:
Unit 1
Unit 1: Introduction to the Scientific Processes
Unit 2
Unit 2: Map Reading
Unit 3
Unit 3: The Universe and Solar System
Unit 4
Unit 4: The Earth, the Moon, and the Sun
Unit 5
Unit 5: Space Exploration
Unit 6
Unit 6: Rocks and Minerals
Unit 7
Unit 7: Mountains
Unit 8
Unit 8: Plate Tectonics
Unit 9
Unit 9: Geologic History and Fossils
Unit 10
Unit 10: The Water Cycle
Unit 11
Unit 11: Rivers
Unit 12
Unit 12: Glaciers
Unit 13
Unit 13: Weathering and Erosion
Unit 14
Unit 14: The Atmosphere and Weather
Unit 15
Unit 15: Energy Sources
Unit 16
Unit 16: Our Environment