Earth science

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Course Description Study of the scientific principles that influence our planet, its rocks, mountains, atmosphere, and oceans.

Prerequisites None

Credits Upon completion of this course, the students will earn three (3) hours of college credit.

Course Textbook Lutgen, F. K., & Tarbuck, E. J. (2011). Foundations of earth science (6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Course Learning Objectives Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. Identify the most important elements that compose Earth's continental crust. 2. Explain the processes of weathering, erosion, and mass wasting. 3. Examine the cause of earthquakes and volcanoes. 4. Describe Earth's interior structure and composition. 5. Explain the theory of plate tectonics. 6. Examine ocean currents, the causes of tides, and shoreline erosion. 7. Define the science of meteorology and explain the difference between weather and climate. 8. Examine the formation and forms of clouds and precipitation. 9. Describe air pressure, how it is measured, and how it changes with altitude.

10. Recognize the contributions of Nicolaus Copernicus, Tycho Brahe, Johannes Kepler, Galileo, and Sir Isaac Newton to modern Astronomy.

11. Classify stars using the H-R Diagram. 12. Discuss stellar evolution.

Course Structure

1. Unit Learning Objectives: Each unit contains Unit Learning Objectives that specify the measurable skills and knowledge students should gain upon completion of the unit.

2. Written Lectures: Each unit contains a Written Lecture, which discusses lesson material. 3. Reading Assignments: Each unit contains Reading Assignments from one or more chapters from the textbook.

Supplemental Readings and Chapter Presentations are provided in each unit study guide as Supplemental Reading to aid students their course of study.

4. Learning Activities (Non-Graded): These non-graded Learning Activities are provided in Units I and VII to aid students in their course of study.

ES 1010, Earth Science Course Syllabus

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5. Key Terms: Key Terms are intended to guide students in their course of study. Students should pay particular attention to Key Terms as they represent important concepts within the unit material and reading.

6. Discussion Boards: Discussion Boards are a part of all CSU term courses. Information and specifications regarding these assignments are provided in the Academic Policies listed in the Course Menu bar.

7. Unit Assessments: This course contains eight Unit Assessments, one to be completed at the end of each unit. 8. Final Exam (Proctored): Students are to complete a Final Exam in Unit VIII. All Final Exams are proctored—see

below for additional information. You are permitted four (4) hours to complete this exam, in the presence of your approved proctor. This is an open book exam. Only course textbooks and a calculator, if necessary, are allowed when taking proctored exams.

9. Ask the Professor: This communication forum provides you with an opportunity to ask your professor general or course content related questions.

10. Student Break Room: This communication forum allows for casual conversation with your classmates.

Final Examination Guidelines Final Exams are to be administered to students by an approved Proctor. CSU approves two, flexible proctoring options: a standard Proctor, who is chosen by the student and approved by the university, or Remote Proctor Now (RP Now), an on- demand, third-party testing service that proctors examinations for a small fee. A standard Proctor is an unbiased, qualified individual who is selected by the student and agrees to supervise an examination. You are responsible for selecting a qualified Proctor, and the Proctor must be pre-approved by CSU. Students choosing RP Now must have an operational webcam/video with audio, a high-speed internet connection, and the appropriate system rights required to download and install software. To review the complete Examination Proctor Policy, including a list of acceptable Proctors, Proctor responsibilities, Proctor approval procedures, and the Proctor Agreement Form, go to the myCSU Student Portal from the link below. http://mycsu.columbiasouthern.edu You are permitted four (4) hours to complete this exam, in the presence of your approved Proctor. This is an open book exam. Only course textbooks and a calculator, if necessary, are allowed when taking proctored exams.

Communication Forums These are non-graded discussion forums that allow you to communicate with your professor and other students. Participation in these discussion forums is encouraged, but not required. You can access these forums with the buttons in the Course Menu. Instructions for subscribing/unsubscribing to these forums are provided below. Click here for instructions on how to subscribe/unsubscribe and post to the Communication Forums. Ask the Professor This communication forum provides you with an opportunity to ask your professor general or course content questions. Questions may focus on Blackboard locations of online course components, textbook or course content elaboration, additional guidance on assessment requirements, or general advice from other students. Questions that are specific in nature, such as inquiries regarding assessment/assignment grades or personal accommodation requests, are NOT to be posted on this forum. If you have questions, comments, or concerns of a non- public nature, please feel free to email your professor. Responses to your post will be addressed or emailed by the professor within 48 hours. Before posting, please ensure that you have read all relevant course documentation, including the syllabus, assessment/assignment instructions, faculty feedback, and other important information.

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Student Break Room This communication forum allows for casual conversation with your classmates. Communication on this forum should always maintain a standard of appropriateness and respect for your fellow classmates. This forum should NOT be used to share assessment answers.

Grading

Discussion Board (8 @ 2%) = 16% Unit Assessments (8 @ 8%) = 64% Final Exam = 20% Total = 100%

Course Schedule/Checklist (PLEASE PRINT)

The following pages contain a printable Course Schedule to assist you through this course. By following this schedule, you will be assured that you will complete the course within the time allotted.

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ES 1010, Earth Science Course Schedule

By following this schedule, you will be assured that you will complete the course within the time allotted. Please keep this schedule for reference as you progress through your course.

Unit I Discovering Earth Science and its Materials

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Introduction to Earth Science  Chapter 1: Minerals: Building Blocks of Rocks  Chapter 1 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 2: Rocks: Materials of the Solid Earth  Chapter 2 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:  Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by

Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit II Landscapes

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 3: Landscapes Fashioned by Water  Chapter 3 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 4: Glacial and Arid Landscapes  Chapter 4 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)  Proctor Approval Form

Notes/Goals:

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ES 1010, Earth Science Course Schedule

Unit III Plate Tectonics and Restless Earth

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 5: Plate Tectonics: A Scientific Theory Unfolds  Chapter 5 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 6: Restless Earth: Earthquakes, Geologic Structures, and Mountain Building  Chapter 6 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit IV Igneous Activity and Geologic Time

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 7: Fires Within: Igneous Activity  Chapter 7 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 8: Geologic Time  Chapter 8 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

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ES 1010, Earth Science Course Schedule

Unit V Oceans

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 9: Oceans: The Last Frontier  Chapter 9 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 10: The Restless Ocean  Chapter 10 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

Unit VI Earth’s Atmosphere

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 11: Heating the Atmosphere  Chapter 11 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 12: Moisture, Clouds, and Precipitation  Chapter 12 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Notes/Goals:

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ES 1010, Earth Science Course Schedule

Unit VII The Atmosphere in Motion and Weather Patterns and Severe Weather

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 13: The Atmosphere in Motion  Chapter 13 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 14: Weather Patterns and Severe Weather  Chapter 14 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)  Request to Take Final Exam

Notes/Goals:

Unit VIII The Solar System and Beyond

Review:  Unit Study Guide

Read:

 Chapter 15: The Nature of the Solar System  Chapter 15 Presentation: See Study Guide  Chapter 16: Beyond the Solar System  Chapter 16 Presentation: See Study Guide  Supplemental Reading: See Study Guide

Discuss:

 Discussion Board Response: submit your response to the Discussion Board question by Saturday, Midnight (Central Time)

 Discussion Board Comment: Comment on another student’s Discussion Board response by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Submit:  Assessment by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)  Final Exam by Tuesday, Midnight (Central Time)

Notes/Goals: