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General Earth Science I Lab
School of Education
About This Course
WGU Catalog 2026-03The Earth Science I Lab course equips students with skills to conduct scientific investigations in Earth science. Students will apply the scientific method, design controlled experiments, and follow lab safety protocols. They will gain experience with data collection methods, including field observations, experiments, and virtual simulations of phenomena like erosion. The course emphasizes analyzing weather, climate, and seismic data using basic techniques. It also covers essential aspects of identifying and analyzing the components of a lab report by answering questions related to a simulated lab report. Students will learn to interpret data, draw conclusions, and communicate findings effectively, preparing them for advanced Earth science studies and research.
Official catalog text — WGU-authored.
First in catalog2025-02StatusActiveCurrent degrees8Total degree appearances8
Included in Current Degrees (8)
- Bachelor of Arts, Educational Studies in Secondary Biological Science Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Educational Studies in Secondary Chemistry Science Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Educational Studies in Secondary Earth Science Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Educational Studies in Secondary Physics Science Education
- Bachelor of Science, Science Education (Secondary Biological Science)
- Bachelor of Science, Science Education (Secondary Chemistry)
- Bachelor of Science, Science Education (Secondary Earth Science)
- Bachelor of Science, Science Education (Secondary Physics)