2008 Fall EOS 11-02
Bulletin Course Description Introduction to the dynamic processes that shape the Earth and the environment and their impact upon society. Volcanoes, earthquakes, seafloor spreading, floods, landslides, groundwater, seashores and geohazards. Emphasis on examining the lines of inductive and deductive reasoning, quantitative methods, modes of inquiry, and technological developments that lead to understanding the Earth's dynamic systems. Instructors: Baker, Klein, Murray, Glass
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Title THE DYNAMIC EARTH Department EOS Course Number 2008 Fall 11 Section Number 02 Primary Instructor Glass,Alexander Prerequisites Course Homepage Blackboard Web Site
Synopsis of course content
Introduction to the dynamic processes that shape Earth's environments and their impact upon human society. Dynamic systems studied include plate tectonics, sedimentary processes, earthquakes, volcanoes, rivers, floods, glaciers, and the oceans. Through diverse examples, students learn that and understanding of the fundamental principles of Earth science is essential to making informed decisions as
citizens in our communities and caretakers of our
planet. Because Earth processes often take place on
temporal and spatial scales that are difficult to observe
directly, emphasis is placed on examining the lines of
reasoning, methods, and technological
developments that lead to our understanding of Earth's processes and history.
Textbooks
Portrait of a Planet; Marshak, 3rd edition. This book is available as an online as well as paper copy.
Assignments
short assignments; optional extra credit; optional fieldtrips
Exams
3 exams
Grade to be based on
exams, short assignments
Additional Information
Attendance is essential because exams will
emphasize topics covered in class. All Powerpoint slides presented in lecture are available through Blackboard Web site; print out before class for use in note taking.
