Covers the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere and focuses on the spatial variations of energy transformation and material reallocation. Introduces the global patterns of heat, water, air pressure, major land forms, vegetation types, soils, natural resources, and the impact of human activities. It helps students understand how natural systems work. The forces that are shaping the land surface and the interaction of the topography and the climate in forming soils will be covered as well. The concept of biogeochemical cycles of water, carbon, and nitrogen will also be introduced in the context of global climate change. Emphasis on conceptual modeling and use of spatial data to explore earth systems. Required for all ENVL majors. PREREQUISITES: ENVL 1100 with a C or better. COREQUISITES: ENVL 2105. RESTRICTIONS: None. ATTRIBUTES: May be offered in sections with a W2 and/or Q2 designation.