The course content includes a study of the Earth’s surface, constructive and destructive forces, history of our planet and its place in the universe. The Earth Science course is concerned with the understanding of the entire earth, from the outermost limit of its atmosphere to the innermost depth of its center. Earth Science introduces the student to many aspects of geology, oceanography, astronomy, and meteorology. Laboratory exercises are an integral part of this course and written reports must be satisfactorily completed to gain admission to the Regents Examination. The final exam for this course is the New York State Regents Examination in Earth Science.