Summer Sessions 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: GEOL-1303- Section: 71
Physical Geology (lecture) 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Karen Stelly
E-mailstellyks@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6341
Office
Location:Educational I - Room: 133
Hours:Virtual office hours by phone - 409-554-3493
Department
General Education and Developmental Studies
Chair:Dr. Michelle Davis
E-mail:davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6341

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description Introduction to the study of the materials and processes that have modified and shaped the surface and interior of Earth over time. These processes are described by theories based on experimental data and geologic data gathered from field observations.
Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes Student Learning Outcomes:
Course- and Program-Level    Course Activities and Associated
Unit-Level Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe how the scientific method has led to our current understanding of Earth’s structure and processes.
2. Interpret the origin and distribution of minerals, rocks and geologic resources.
3. Describe the theory of plate tectonics and its relationship to the formation and distribution of Earth’s crustal features.
4. Quantify the rates of physical and chemical processes acting on Earth and how these processes fit into the context of geologic time.
5. Communicate how surface processes are driven by interactions among Earth’s systems (e.g., the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere).
6. Identify and describe the internal structure and dynamics of Earth.    
7. Describe the interaction of humans with Earth (e.g., resource development or hazard assessment)    
Core Objectives * Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
* Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
* Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
* Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Required Textbook & Materials: http://opengeology.org/textbook/ It’s FREE!
Lab info in PowerPoints in lab section of class It’s FREE!
https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/rocks-minerals-sample-set/ ~$30
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Lamar State College – Port Arthur Summer 1
Week and date    Reading Lecture textbook    Lecture Topic     Lecture Due Dates
    Discussion Topic    Discussion Topic    Discussion Due Dates
Week 1
June 1
    Chapters 1-4    Understanding Science; Plate Tectonics; Minerals; Igneous Processes and Volcanoes    
    Discussion Board
    Introductions
    Due during Week 1

Week 2
June 7    Chapters 5-6    Weathering, Erosion, and Sedimentary Rocks; Metamorphic Rocks    Assignment 1 due June 14
Test 1 due June 14
    DQ1    Rocks and Minerals    DQ1 due Thursday June 11

Week 3
June 14    Chapters 7, 9-10    Geologic Time; Crustal Deformation; Mass Wasting    Assignment 2 due June 21
Test 2 due June 21
    DQ2    Mass Wasting    DQ1 due Thursday June 18

Week 4
June 21    Chapters 11-13    Water; Coastlines; Deserts    Assignment 3 due June 28
Test 3 due June 28
    DQ3    Ocean Problems    DQ1 due Thursday June 25

Week 5
June 28    Chapters 14-16    Glaciers; Global Climate Change; Energy and Mineral Resources    Assignment 4 due SATURDAY, July 2
Test 4 due SATURDAY, July 2
    DQ4    Climate Change    DQ1 due FRIDAY July 2

    FINAL EXAM DUE        July 4
Final Exam            
Major Assignments
Schedule		 GEOL_1303_71_202060_P00344370.pdf
Final Exam Date July 4, 2020 - 8:00 AM
Grading Scale A = 90 - 100% Exemplary – unique answers as necessary, written answers demonstrate in depth understanding of topic, insight, and application of concept.
B = 80 – 89 Very good – answers unique as necessary, written answers demonstrate understanding of topic, includes some insight, and reasonable application of concept.
C = 70 – 79 Average – answers with quoted verbatim text from sources, demonstrates some insight and some application of concepts
D = 60 – 69 Poor – some unique answers but with errors or inconsistencies, relies on direct quotes properly quoted, does not include additional insight or proper application of concepts.
F = below 60 Failing Unique or non-unique answers, concepts explained incorrectly, unable to adequately apply concepts to questions.
Determination of
Final Grade		 Scores for tests, discussion questions, and assignments added together, divided by 1000.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Grading Policy: Grading will be done over the 7 days after due date. Labs will have some questions with only one correct answer, while others will require explanation. All explanations must be unique to each student. Assignments must be unique in entirety.

Late Policy: Work will be accepted within 5 days or the end of the semester. Work posted after 5 days must be approved by instructor.

Procedure for Review of Test Grades: If the student has an issue about his/her grade, the instructor must be contacted no later than three (3) days after receiving the grade.
Attendance Policy As long as the student completes assignments and discussion requirements, attendance will be met. If you are unable to posted an assignment, take a test, or answer the discussion questions on time, permission from instructor must be obtained before the work will be accepted for grading.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other In the event an internet signal is lost or other cause of test interruption, the student must contact instructor right away either by email or text to phone. After verification of test interruption, the test will be reset.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.