geol_109_2015_twu
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Trinity Western's Geology 109 syllabus for the 2015 fall semester.TRANSCRIPT
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Trinity Western University Undergraduate Course Syllabus Course Number: Geology 109
Course Name: Introduction to Physical Geology Semester and Year: Fall 2015
Instructor: Terry Neufeldt Contact Information: [email protected] 604-‐513-‐2121 ext. 3532 Office Hours: NEU 126: Monday and Wednesday 2:30-‐3:30 or as posted Co-‐requisites or Pre-‐requisites: none Semester Hours: 3 semester hours, lab science credit
Course Description: An introduction to the materials and processes of the physical Earth: rocks and minerals, earth structure and composition, plate tectonics, volcanology, seismology, crustal deformation, weathering and erosion, slope movement, sedimentation, wind and water processes, glaciation, and geologic time. Earth materials and processes are studied in the laboratory and in the field. This course is an Environmental Studies core requirement and it fulfills the core laboratory science requirement. There are no required prerequisites.
Course Learning Outcomes: Under each of the seven TWU Student Learning Outcomes (April 2015) listed below, relevant activities and outcomes of this course are identified. As an introductory course in the field of Geology, the main emphasis is on the first two SLOs.
1. Knowledge and its application • Students learn the basic vocabulary of geological sciences. • Students learn the processes that have formed and continue to form the interior of the
earth. • Students learn the surface processes that shape the surface of the earth and create the
landforms that surround us. • Students learn some the basic minerals and rocks that make up the earth. • Students learn about earth resources and the environment.
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2. Cognitive complexity • Students learn to view the surface features of the earth and interpret the historical
processes that have been involved. • Students learn to identify rocks and the processes of formation by interpreting physical
properties of the rocks and the mineral constituents. • Students learn to make field observations and interpret the landforms. • Students learn to identify natural hazards in the environment. • Students learn to assess the information needed to direct decision making regarding
resource use and environmental stewardship. 3. Aesthetic expression and interpretation
• Students appreciate the beauty and complexity of the physical creation. 4. Inter-‐ and intra-‐personal wellness
• Students work together in the lab and on the field trip to encourage and support each other’s understanding and interpretation of the material at hand.
5. Spiritual formation • Students are introduced to the connection between the creation and the Creator. • Students are encouraged to develop a sense of awe regarding the beauty and
complexity of God’s creation. • Students are challenged to become active in their roles as stewards of creation.
6. Social responsibility and global engagement • Student’s learn the balance been personal and societal responsibility in terms of
resource use and care for the environment. 7. Leadership
• Students learn to support and encourage others in the in developing skills in the lab. • Students will learn to appreciate the difficult choices that arise in leadership making
decisions that affect others and future generations regarding community planning, resource use and environmental stewardship.
Required Texts and Materials: Fletcher, Charles. et al. 2014, “Introduction to Physical Geology, The Science of the Earth”, Canadian Edition. John Wiley & Sons Canada Ltd, ISBN 978-‐1-‐118-‐30082-‐4
Additional resource: Physical Geology, Open textbook. www.openbccampus.ca
Course Activities/Requirements: There will be 2 mid-‐term exams and a final exam for the lecture portion of the course that will be a mix of multiple choice and short answer questions (including diagrams) evaluating the understanding of concepts and the ability to use the appropriate language of Geology. The lab portion of the course will be assessed by rock and mineral identification tests as well as a field trip report. There will be a short (4-‐5 page) essay assignment that will require application of a concept of the course to living in the physical creation. There will be a required Saturday field trip.(see instructor regarding conflicts with dates).
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Course Evaluation: The SLOs described above are intended to be evident throughout the evaluation process with major emphasis in specific areas.
Final Exam 35% SLO 1, 2, 6 Mid-‐ term Exams (2 x 10) 20% 1, 2, 6 Application Essay 10% 1, 2, 3, 6, 7
Field trip report 10% 1, 2, 3, 6, 7 Lab Tests (2 x 10) 20% 1, 2 Class participation 5% 7
Course Policies: Class Attendance Students are expected to attend classes on a regular basis. The TWU attendance policy allows for the barring of students from the final exam if 25% of class time is missed. Students must achieve a minimum 50% grade for each of the laboratory and lecture portions of the course in order to achieve credit for the course.
Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism at TWU One of the core values of Trinity Western University is the integration of academic excellence with high standards of personal, moral, and spiritual integrity. The University considers it a serious offence when an individual attempts to gain unearned academic credit. It is the student’s responsibility to be informed about what constitutes academic dishonesty. For details on this, and on identifying and avoiding plagiarism go to the University Homepage > Academics > Academic Calendar > Academic Information > Academic Policies > Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism. Campus Closure and Class Cancellation Policy In the event of extreme weather conditions or other emergency situations go to the University Homepage > Campus Notification (in the page footer) > Class cancellation policy. University Standard Grading System The Standard Grading System can be found at the University Homepage > Academics > Academic Calendar > Academic Information > Grading Practices University Homepage > Academics > Academic Calendar > Academic Information > Grading Practices. Students with a Disability Students with a disability who need assistance are encouraged to contact the Equity of Access Office upon admission to TWU to discuss their specific needs. All disabilities must be recently documented by an appropriately certified professional and include the educational impact of the disability along with recommended accommodations. Within the first two weeks of the semester, students must meet with their professors to agree on accommodations appropriate to each class. Students should follow the steps detailed by the Equity of Access Office outlined in the Student Life section of the University Calendar.
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Course Outline: Topics and dates subject to possible modification. September 9: Chapter 1 -‐ An Introduction to Geology
14: Chapter 1/2 -‐ Geology/Solar System 16: Chapter 4 -‐ Minerals 21: Chapter 3 -‐ Plate Tectonics, Video -‐ Birth of a Theory 23: Chapter 5 -‐ Igneous Rock 28: Chapter 6 -‐ Volcanoes 30: Chapter 7 -‐ Weathering October 5: Chapter 8 -‐ Sedimentary Rock 7: Chapter 9 -‐ Metamorphic Rock 14: Mid-‐Term 1 19: Chapter 10 -‐ Geologic Resources 21: Chapter 11 -‐ Mountain Building 24: Possible Field Trip Date 26: Chapter 12 -‐ Earthquakes, Video -‐ Quake hunters 28: Chapter 13 – Geologic Time, Video -‐ Geotime November 2: Chapter 14 -‐ Earth’s History 4: Chapter 15 -‐ The Geology of Canada, Video -‐ Where Terranes Collide 9: Mid Term 2 16: Chapter 16 -‐ Global Warming
18: Chapter 17 -‐ Glaciers and Paleoclimatology 23: Chapter 18 -‐ Mass Wasting 25: Chapter 19 -‐ Surface Water, Chapter 20 -‐ Ground Water 30: Chapter 21 -‐ Deserts and Wind
December 2: Chapter 22 -‐ Coastal Geology, Chapter 23 -‐ Marine Geology 7: Summary Review, Applied Concept Essay Due Final Exam -‐TBA Lab schedule: September 9: No Lab 16: Introduction to Mineral Identification 23: Mineral Identification 30: Mineral Identification October 7: Lab Test -‐ Mineral Identification 14: Rock Classification and Identification 21: Rock Identification 28: Rock Identification November 4: Lab Test -‐ Rock Identification 18: Earthquakes and Geologic Time: Relative Dating 25: Geologic Time: Earth Processes December 2: No lab