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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title: EARTH SCIENCE FOR NON-MAJORS I
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Course Prefix & Number: 1401
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Section Number: 0340
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Semester: Spring 2021
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Semester Credit Hours: 4
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Lecture Hours: 48
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Lab Hours: 48
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
Survey of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. This laboratory-based course accompanies GEOL 1301, Earth Sciences I. Activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze data in geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. Lab fees apply
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
EXPLORING GEOLOGY 5th Edition by Stephen Reynolds, Julia Johnson, Paul Morin, Chuck Carter ISBN-13: 978-1260092578 ISBN-10: 1260092577
An online lab manual is provided free of charge
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Dr. Eric Tangumonkem
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Campus/Office Location:
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Online
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Telephone Number:
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214-908-3963
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E-mail Address:
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etangumonkem@nctc.edu
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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4
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Assignments
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5%
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9
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Labs
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25%
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10
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Discussions/Blogs
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15%
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19
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Quizzes
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20%
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2
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Exam
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35%
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Total
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100%
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Develop an understanding of the nature of scientific inquiry and the scientific method.
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Be able to identify and describe a range of Earth materials, including rocks, minerals, soils, and fossils.
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3
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Develop an understanding of the principles of geologic time, plate tectonics, as well as Earth’s evolution through geologic time.
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4
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Be able to interpret geologic features regarding Earth processes and cycles, including tectonic, water, and rock cycles. Specifically, be able to articulate the role erosion has played in shaping geologic features of this region of North America.
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5
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Identify and evaluate the origin and nature of natural resources, as well as how human activity regarding natural resources impacts our lives, climate, and future generations.
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This course is an online course and runs Seventeen (17) weeks. Each week begins on Monday
and ends at 11:59 pm EDT/EST on Sunday. Success in this course requires in-depth study of each
unit as assigned, timely completion of assignments, and regular participation in forum
discussions.
• This is a fully online course. You are not required to login at specific times each week,
however, assignments are due throughout the week and you must login throughout the
week to complete the assignments.
• You should expect to spend more than required class time on this course to complete all assignments.
• Participation in the course is critical. Your success in this course will be the direct result
of your participation for each assignment. Attendance will be taken but it is not part of
your grade. You will be considered in attendance if you complete at least one
assignment on by its’ due date.
• Late work should be the exception and not the rule and may be downgraded at the
discretion of the Instructor, if accepted at all. Unless all work is submitted, the student
could receive a failing grade for the course. Extensions may be granted for extenuating
circumstances at the discretion of the Instructor, and only for the length of time, the
Instructor deems appropriate. The most important element of success in an online
course is to communicate with your Instructor throughout the term.
• Labs will be completed in Canvas. Some labs require printing and/or use of pdf
annotator. Canvas will have additional information to help you with the lab. If you do
not understand something, you should use the discussion board and/or email me for
help since portions of the lab will be on the exams.
• Conventions of “online etiquette,” which include courtesy to all users, will be observed.
• It is highly recommended that students keep electronic copies of all materials
Submitted as assignments, discussion board posts and emails, until after the end of the term and a final grade is received. When posting responses in a discussion forum, please confirm that the responses have actually been posted after you submit them.
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Modules
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Titles/Topics
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Text
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Assignments
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Due
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1
Start 01/19
End 01/24
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Introductions by students Student Orientation Familiarization with Syllabus
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Introduction Discussion Student Orientation and Syllabus quiz
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Introduction Discussion1 Student Orientation Quiz Syllabus Quiz
Assign 1: How to succeed as an online student
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01/24
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2
Start 01/25
End 01/31
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The Nature of Geology
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Ch. 1
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Discussion 2
Ch 1 Quiz
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01/31
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3
Start 02/01
End 02/07
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Investigating Geologic Questions
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Ch.2
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Blog 1
Ch. 2 Quiz
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02/07
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4
Start 02/08
End 02/14
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Plate Tectonics
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Ch.3
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Assign2: Mastering Plate Tectonics
Lab: Plate Tectonics
Ch.2 Quiz
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02/14
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5
Start 02/15
End 02/21
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Earth Materials
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Ch. 4
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Discussion 3
Ch. 4 Quiz
Lab: Mineral Identification
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02/21
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6
Start 02/22
End 02/28
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Igneous Environments
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Ch. 5
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Blog 2
Lab: Igneous Rock ID
Ch. 5 Quiz
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02/28
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7
Start 03/01
End 03/07
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Volcanoes and Volcanic Hazards
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Ch. 6
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Discussion 4
Ch. 6 Quiz
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03/07
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8
Start 03/08
End 03/14
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Sedimentary Environments and Rocks
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Ch.7
Midterm Exam
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Lab: Sedimentary Rock ID
Ch. 7 Quiz
Midterm Exam
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03/14
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Start 03/15
End 03/21
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Spring Break
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Spring Break
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Spring Break
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03/21
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9
Start 03/22
End 03/28
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Deformation and Metamorphism
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Ch.8
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Discussion 5
Lab: Metamorphic Rock ID Ch. 8 Quiz
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03/28
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10
Start 03/29
End 04/04
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Geologic Time and Earth History
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Ch.9
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Blog 3
Lab: Relative Age Dating
Ch. 9 Quiz
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04/04
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11
Start 04/05
End 04/11
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The Sea Floor and Continental Margins
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Ch.10
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Discussion 6
Ch. 10 Quiz
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04/11
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12
Start 04/12
End 04/18
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Mountains Basins and Continents and Earthquakes
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Ch.11
Ch.12
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Assign 3: Assessing the potential for tsunami
Ch. 11 Quiz
Ch.12 Quiz
Lab: Faults and Folds
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04/18
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13
Start 04/19
End 04/25
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Climate,
Weather,
Glacier, Coasts
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Ch.13
Ch.14
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Blog 4
Ch. 13 Quiz
Ch.14 Quiz
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04/25
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14
Start 04/26
End 05/02
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Weathering, Soil, and Streams and flooding
Ground water
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Ch.15
Ch.16
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Assign 4: Flooding Evaluation
Ch. 15 Quiz
Ch.16 Quiz
Lab: Rivers
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05/02
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15
Start 05/03
End 05/09
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Water, Energy and Mineral Resources, Geology of the Solar System
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Ch.17
Ch.18
Ch.19
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Discussion 7
Ch. 17, 18 & Ch. 19 Quiz
Lab: Topography & Map
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05/09
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16
Start 05/10
End 05/13
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FINAL EXAM
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FINAL EXAM
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FINAL EXAM
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05/13
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Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is _04/05/2021______________.
DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
Communication
Mathematics
Life and Physical Science
Language, Philosophy & Culture
Creative Arts
American History
Government/Political Science
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Component Area Option
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical and Quantitative
Teamwork
Personal Responsibility
Social Responsibility
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2016-2017/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Dr. Lisa Bellows
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Science Building Office 403A
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-4252
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E-mail Address:
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lbellows@nctc.edu
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Syllabus Addendum – Spring 2021
NCTC Student Services and Resources
Affinity Groups
Staff and faculty representing the Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), along with academic advisors, counselors and success coaches, serve as mentors for NCTC’s student-centered Affinity Groups.
An Affinity Group is a population of students who have specific needs, barriers or systems they are needing to navigate not only within college, but within life. Providing mentorship, support and resources for identified Affinity Groups such as Black/African American students, veterans and active military, single parents, students with disabilities, adult learners, Latinx, LGBTQ+ and students who have experienced foster care and/or homelessness, enables us to make more impactful, meaningful connections with students who are in dire need of equity and understanding.
Career Services Center
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Testing Services
The mission of NCTC Testing Services is to provide high-quality testing services that adhere to the professional standards and guidelines to meet the needs of students, faculty, and community members.