ENVS 23: Physcl & Chem Envir
University of California, Santa Cruz
Provides an overview of the physical and chemical environment of planet Earth. Fundamental chemistry and physics is introduced in the process of learning about Earth in a holistic way. The influence of human societies on the global environment is one focus of discussion. Earth's many spheres are explored first: the lithosphere; the atmosphere; the hydrosphere, and the ecosphere. Then global cycles of carbon, nitrogen, and several other elements are studied in the context of basic sciences and societal issues.
Average GPA: 3.22
Grade distribution records: 979 students across 10 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 53 | 5.4% |
| A | 173 | 17.7% |
| A- | 160 | 16.3% |
| B+ | 153 | 15.6% |
| B | 142 | 14.5% |
| B- | 84 | 8.6% |
| C+ | 37 | 3.8% |
| C | 37 | 3.8% |
| C- | 7 | 0.7% |
| D+ | 5 | 0.5% |
| D | 8 | 0.8% |
| D- | 4 | 0.4% |
| F | 20 | 2.0% |
| P | 63 | 6.4% |
| NP | 15 | 1.5% |
| W | 18 | 1.8% |
Based on 979 student grade records across 10 terms and 4 professors.
Instructors
- Michael E Loik 368 students, Average GPA 3.17
- Scott Winton 338 students, Average GPA 3.33
- Peter Scott Weiss 165 students, Average GPA 3.32
- Elliott Campbell 108 students, Average GPA 2.86