The course introduces students to basic concepts in earth sciences. The main issues for discussion are the components of the physical environment (lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere). The course will also review various physical, chemical, biological, climatic processes, landscape evolution, soil formation and distribution theories/laws and approaches to the study of earth sciences.

Objective :To equip students with the fundamentals of dynamical processes that occurs on the earth surface and the interactions between them.

Mode of Delivery:The course will be delivered through lectures, field work, laboratory exercises and group presentations.