Earth Science 110 Syllabus

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Textbook: EARTH SCIENCE by Tarbuck and Lutgens, 14th Edition (13th Edition ok) ISBN: 9781256682813 published by Pearson. Website: wps.prenhall.com/esm_tarbuck_escience_11

 Canvas: It is up to students to learn to navigate Canvas. Much of our communications will occur through Canvas Announcements and this is where you can see your current grade at any time.

Quizzes: Unannounced quizzes (~10 questions) may be given during the first 10 minutes of select classes throughout the semester. Questions will focus on covered material from lectures, videos, in-class activities, assigned reading and review concepts & questions (at the end of each chapter). No make-ups allowed.

Activities: In-class activities will be assigned after relevant lectures. Activities may be designed for individual or group work and are to be completed by the end of that class period. No make-ups allowed.

Class Presentations: Each student is required to present on an approved topic to the class. Topics must be chosen from the GEOgraphics topics found in the textbook and are first-come, first-serve. Further details will be posted on Canvas.

Exams: The mid-term and final exam will cover new material only. Questions may originate from any material discussed during class and assigned readings. Each student must bring one AS-100 test form (100 question, gray test form with essay/work space on back) for each exam.

Attendance: Attendance is required. If you are late, it is your responsibility to get notes, assignments, and handouts.

 Exam makeups will only be allowed for excused absences (generally, due to health, serious family emergencies, religious observations, etc.). Excused absences must be accompanied by supporting documentation (e.g. doctor’s note) and I must be contacted with your valid reason before absence.

A = 100 – 90% B = 89 – 80%  C = 79 – 70% D = 69 – 60%, F = Less than 60%

Student Learning Objective: By the completion of this course, students should be able to (1) Analyze and apply scientific processes to geologic problems, which will result in reasonable and logical conclusions; (2) Assess and evaluate the impact of natural processes such as earthquakes and volcanism on the human environment.

Electronic Devices: Unauthorized use of cell phones or other electronic devices during class will result in removal with no make-up options. Please turn your cell phone on silent during class, I will do the same. Additionally, cell phones should be put away during class to avoid distraction.

Academic Honesty Policy: Students at Santa Ana College are expected to be honest and forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of one’s research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on an examination, corrupts the essential process by which knowledge is advanced. Academic dishonesty is seen as an intentional act of fraud, in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic exercise. As institutions, we also consider academic dishonesty to include forgery of academic documents, intentionally impeding or damaging the academic work of others, assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty.

Procedures – In cases where a violation of academic honesty is discovered, the faculty member is encouraged to file an “Academic Misconduct Incident Report” form and distribute the form to the appropriate offices listed.

There are two categories of sanctions: Limited and College-wide. Limited sanctions include an academic action such as assigning a lower grade or a grade of “F” for the assignment, project, or test. College-wide sanctions include any sanction that will affect a student’s standing with the college-at-large, up to and including suspension or expulsion from the College.

In matters relating to academic honesty violations, the primary responsibility for disciplinary proceedings rests with the instructor and the academic division where the violation allegedly occurred. The Dean of Student Affairs will assist in all College-wide sanctions.

Academic Accommodation Statement: A student with a disability, who would like to request an academic accommodation, is responsible for identifying herself/himself to the instructor and to the Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS). To make arrangements for academic accommodations, contact the Learning Disabilities Program in The Village,VL-204 or phone (714) 564-6264, TTY (714) 564-6284 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS Department. If you would like more information, visit http://sac.edu/StudentServices/DSPS.

Note:  All content is subject to change!  Wk. = Week   Ch. = Chapter in assigned textbook

Meet Your Instructor:  Prof. Bev Berekian

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