This unit provides a foundation for the study of environmental science, and aims to provide students with an understanding of the basics of the earth as a system of systems. In particular, the unit focuses on each of the earth's major subsystems in turn - the lithosphere, atmosphere, biosphere and hydrosphere, and the interactions within and between each of them. Students will use a range of tools to identify and interpret patterns and processes in Earth's systems, interactions and change.
This unit is Online Reliant. Students will use their computer to access online learning material, weekly classes/recordings and assessment. It is expected that students will have regular access to the internet. To complete the practical's, external students will need to download free software from the internet.
