GS106 Intro to Earth Science Systems

Provides an introductory survey of earth science topics and career pathways. Topics include: plate tectonics, natural hazards, planetary geology, oceanography, hydrology, and climate change, among others. Covers skills needed to be successful in future science classes, including the collection, analysis, and evaluation of real world data sets. Focuses on hands-on experimental work, field work, and map reading. Prerequisites: (WR 115 and RD 115) or IRW 115 and MTH 20 or equivalent placement. Audit available. (See course content and outcomes.)

Credits: 4

List of classes for GS106 Intro to Earth Science Systems
CRNClass typeLocationDays & timeDatesSeats availableFacultyMore info
44193In-person lectureRock Creek BLDG7 236
Tuesday
from 1 to 3:50pm

From September 22 through December 8, 2026
STAFFBooks for CRN 44193
Class details for CRN 44193
Fees: $12
and In-person labRock Creek BLDG7 236
Thursday
from 1 to 3:50pm

From September 24 through December 10, 2026
44192In-person lectureSoutheast SCOM 308
Monday
from 9 to 11:50am

From September 21 through December 7, 2026
Eriks M PurisBooks for CRN 44192
Class details for CRN 44192
Fees: $12
Notes: Optional field trip Portland Sat 10/24-transport provided
and In-person labSoutheast SCOM 308
Wednesday
from 9 to 11:50am

From September 23 through December 9, 2026
45384In-person lectureSoutheast SCOM 308
Monday
from 1 to 3:50pm

From September 21 through December 7, 2026
Eriks M PurisBooks for CRN 45384
Class details for CRN 45384
Fees: $12
Notes: Optional field trip Portland Sat 10/24-transport provided
and In-person labSoutheast SCOM 308
Wednesday
from 1 to 3:50pm

From September 23 through December 9, 2026
44191In-person lectureSylvania ST 317
Monday
from 9 to 11:50am

From September 21 through December 7, 2026
Mariah TilmanBooks for CRN 44191
Class details for CRN 44191
Fees: $12
Notes: Optional all day field trip 11/6- transportation provided
and In-person labSylvania ST 317
Wednesday
from 9 to 11:50am

From September 23 through December 9, 2026

Class schedule definitions

Cost:
cost is based on the number of credits – see tuition and fees
Books:
$0 or <$40 means low cost books (doesn't include other supplies like calculators)
Register:
use the CRN to register in MyPCC – see how to register
Class types:
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  • In-Person: Instructional time will happen in-person. Class meetings take place at specific times and locations.
  • Online (no scheduled meetings): Instruction will take place through regular online activities and assignments with scheduled due dates. Classes do not have meeting times.
  • Online (scheduled meetings): Instructional time will happen online. Class meetings will take place at scheduled days/times online.
  • In-person & Online (scheduled meetings): Class meetings take place at a specific time & day, with some meetings in-person and some online, usually in Zoom.
  • In-person & Online (no scheduled meetings): Class meetings are in-person and have additional online activities.
  • Online (scheduled meetings) & Online (no scheduled meetings): classes meet remotely with additional online activities required.