Citrus College Catalog 2009-2010 (ver. 10/22

ENGR 130
Engineering Graphics
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
Covers the application of descriptive
geometry in the solution of engineering
problems. Presents the latest industrial
design standards of orthographic projection,
isometric sketching and dimensioning
according to ANSI Y14.5 specifications. 36
lecture hours, 72 lab hours. CSU;UC
ENGR 135
Engineering Mechanics: Statics
3 Units
Prerequisites: MATH 190 and PHYS
201.
Strongly Recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
A vectorial treatment of the principles of
statics with application to engineering
problems. Composition and resolution of
co-plannar force systems; equilibrium of
rigid bodies; distributed forces in trusses;
frames and cables; shear and bending
moments in beams; moments of inertia of
areas and bodies and graphical methods
are used to model force systems and equilibrium
conditions as applied to engineering
statics problems. 54 lecture hours.
CSU;UC
Earth Science
(Physical and Natural Sciences
Department)
Earth science consists of geology, physical
geography and oceanography, all of which
investigate the material and phenomena
associated with the development of planet
Earth. The term "earth science" includes
environmental science and natural resources.
The courses in this program are designed
to meet the general education and lower
division requirements for transfer and associate
degree students.
Geography Courses
ESCI 118
Physical Geography
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
A study of the basic physical elements of
geography; maps, seasons and time,
weather, climate, soils, natural vegetation,
and land forms, and their relationships
and distribution upon the face of the
earth. 54 lecture hours. CSU;UC
ESCI 180
Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems
3 Units Grade or P/NP
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
An introduction GIS course that will teach
the theory and use of GIS software in a
number of fields including business, resource
management, Earth Sciences, and
urban planning. Recommended for anyone
using spatial data in their profession. 36
hours lecture, 90 hours lab. CSU;UC
Geology Courses
ESCI 111
Earth and Space Science for
Educators
4 Units
Prerequisites: CHEM 106 or PHYS
106, MATH 150.
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
This course provides each prospective
multiple subject teacher with an introductory
survey of the fundamental concepts
of Earth and space science and the interrelationships
among these disciplines. Emphasis
will be placed upon the
comparative study of the Earth and the
other planets, their formation and evolution,
Earth's atmosphere, hydrosphere,
and lithosphere; the dynamics of each,
and how they are interrelated. This course
is recommended for students planning to
take the CSET Multiple Subject Exam to
become credentialed elementary school
teachers in the State of California. 54 lecture
hours, 54 lab hours. CSU
ESCI 120
Physical Geology
4 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
An elementary study of the Earth, particularly
of its materials and structure, and of
the physical and chemical processes at
work upon and within it. 54 lecture hours,
54 lab hours. CSU;UC
ESCI 121
Historical Geology
4 Units
Prerequisite: ESCI 120.
The geological events of Earth history
from the origin of our planet to the present
time. Includes a summary of the evolution
of the plants and animals of the
Earth and a study of the fossils of the various
periods of geologic time. Field excursions
will be arranged. A transportation
fee will be charged. 54 lecture hours, 54
lab hours. CSU;UC
ESCI 122
Earth History
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
An introduction to the study of the Earth's
geological history, from the origin of our
planet to the present. Topics include the
history and development of life, processes
of fossilization, the origin of coal and petroleum,
and plate tectonics with emphasis
on North America. 54 lecture hours.
CSU;UC
ESCI 124
Environmental Geology
3 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
Application of geologic principles to selected
environmental problems. Topics include
earthquakes, volcanism, mass
movements, climate change, floods,
coastal processes, mass extinctions, meteorite
impacts, and population growth. 54
lecture hours. CSU;UC
ESCI 125
California Geology
4 Units
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
A study of the Geologic materials,
processes, and history in the State of California.
Primary emphasis is on its unique
rocks and minerals, its structure, and of
the physical and chemical processes which
have and will continue to shape it. Course
will include three weekend trips to selected
locales in California. A transportation/activities
fee will be charged. This
course may be taken two times. 54 lecture
hours, 54 lab hours. CSU;UC
ESCI 140
Geology of Death Valley National
Park
2 Units Grade or P/NP
Strongly recommended: READ 099 if
required by reading placement exam
or if required by reading level.
A study of the geologic materials and
processes in Death Valley National Park.
The primary emphasis is on the unique
geomorphology and tectonic history of the
park. Course also includes the study of regional
minerals and rocks, aeolian
processes, and tectonic features. Includes
a weekend trip to the region. A transportation/activities
fee may be charged.
36 lecture hours. CSU
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