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Introduces the composition and structure of the earth and modifying agents and processes. Investigates the formation of minerals and rocks, weathering, erosion, earthquakes, and plate tectonics.
Entry Level Competencies: There are no prerequisites for entry into this course.
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Objectives |
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If you complete this course and do well, you will be able to:
- identify on sight several minerals and rocks that commonly occur on the earth's surface
- distinguish the major classes of rocks and explain their origin
- state the various processes of physical and chemical weathering and be able to recognize them in the field
- explain the different agents of erosion and recognize the landforms they leave on the earth's surface
- write an essay on one of the major theories of the cause of glaciation
- distinguish the major categories of faults and folds that define the earth's surface and interior
- diagram the earth's interior zones and discuss the mineral and rock composition of each zone
- list the most common elements found in sea water and describe the tidal and wave motion of sea water
- explain how oil and coal are formed, where they are, and how they are extracted
- outline the theories of continental drift, sea floor spreading, and plate tectonics and the relationships between them
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Materials |
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Grading |
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Possible Assignments Include: (Subject to change each semester. The actual assignments are available in the Syllabus in the Blackboard course site on the first day of classes.)
Assignment |
Percentage of Grade |
Unit quizzes |
10% |
Mastering Geology quizzes |
10% |
Exams (10% each) |
40% |
Lab Activities |
35% |
Discussion board |
5% |
TOTAL |
100% |
Your final grade may be based on the following scale.
Grading Scale |
A |
90-100 |
B |
80-89 |
C |
70-79 |
D |
60-69 |
F |
less than 59 |
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Exams |
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There are four exams in this course. The exams are on line and must be taken at a campus testing center.
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ELI Policies and Procedures |
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Beginning the Course |
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Last Updated:
September 10, 2014
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