Comprehensive Earth Science
Course Id:   4049

Course Overview
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SubjectScience Core
Education LevelHigh School
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Course Description
In recent years, the study of Earth has undergone profound changes. It has expanded from surface geology and the recovery of economic resources toward global change and Earth systems. Concurrently, research methods have changed from solely using human observations and mapping, to using remote sensing and computer modeling. The advent of technology has made it possible to conduct more integrated and interdisciplinary research to view the Earth as a single dynamic entity composed of four interacting systems. The Earth system is subdivided into the geosphere, the hydrosphere, the atmosphere, and the biosphere; these four parts are interconnected by complex cycles. Alterations to one part of the Earth system result in effects on another part of the system. The study of the individual components and their interactions are necessary to completely understand the complex dynamics of our planet. Technological advances has made it possible to more accurately predict changes (especially in weather and climate), to provide life-saving warnings of floods, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions, and to understand how human activities influence air and water quality, ecosystems, and climate across the globe. We are also better prepared to understand the processes that occur within and between each of the Earth systems. It is imperative that students inquire about and understand the interconnections between Earth systems and distinguish between systems at “micro” and “macro” levels. In light of this, many content statements in this document cross standard boundaries and are interconnected.


This course uses FLASH. It is not compatible with iOS products (iPad, iPhone).

Scheduling Information
COMPLETE COURSES -A complete version of the virtual course.
- Full Credit Equivalent courses must be completed by your school's end date and within 9 months
- 1/2 Credit Equivalent courses must be completed by your school's end date and within 4 months
- 1/4 Credit Equivalent courses must be completed by your school's end date and within 2 months

ABBREVIATED COURSES - A shortened course intended for students seeking to recover credits or make-up failed courses during the regular school year or over the summer.
- Abbreviated Full Credit Equivalent courses must be completed by your school's end date and within 60 days.
- Abbreviated 1/2 and 1/4 Credit Equivalent courses must be completed by your school's end date and within 30 days.

PARTIAL COURSES - A partial version of an online course intended for students temporarily away from classes (i.e. Home Bound Instruction, In/Out-of School Suspension).
- Partial courses must be completed by your school's end date

Format
-Delivery : This is a virtual course delivered entirely by an established education organization, including a virtual instructor, to students and educators.



Delivery Method

  • Internet
  • Real-Time Web-Based Teacher Access


  • Other Information
    This course uses FLASH. It is not compatible with iOS products (iPad, iPhone).


    Course Availability
    Course NumberRigorFormatStructureCredit EquivalentSchedule
    CPDCFUSP4049College PrepDeliveryCompleteFullSelf Paced
    CPDCHASP4049College PrepDeliveryCompleteHalf Self Paced
    CPDCHBSP4049College PrepDeliveryCompleteHalf Self Paced

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