Origin of the Earth, concepts of geological time, and exploration of the interaction and duration of geological processes that shape the surface to deep interior of our planet, the climate, and formation of rocks and earth resources. Precludes additional credit for ERTH 1001 (no longer offered) and ERTH 1010. Prerequisite(s): a 4U/M level in Advanced Functions and at least one of Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Sciences or Physics are recommended. This course is for students who are enrolled in the Faculty of Science.Lectures three hours a week, a laboratory three hours a week, and a field excursion.