Earth Coursework
I. Course Overview
Course Title: Earth Science 101
Course Code: ESCI-101
Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]
Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Description: This course provides an introduction to Earth science, covering topics such as plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, weathering, erosion, climate change, biodiversity, and environmental policy.
Prerequisites: None
II. Learning Objectives
Understand the Earth's geological processes.
Identify key environmental issues affecting the planet.
Analyze the impact of human activities on Earth's ecosystems.
Develop strategies for sustainable living and environmental conservation.
III. Schedule
Week | Topic | Readings | Assignments Due |
|---|
1 | Introduction to Earth Science | Chapters 1-3 | |
2 | Plate Tectonics | Chapters 4-6 | |
3 | Earthquakes | Chapters 7-9 | Quiz 1 (Ch. 1-6) |
4 | Volcanoes | Chapters 10-12 | |
5 | Weathering and Erosion | Chapters 13-15 | |
6 | Earth's Atmosphere | Chapters 16-18 | Quiz 2 (Ch. 7-12) |
7 | Climate Change | Chapters 19-21 | |
8 | Biodiversity and Conservation | Chapters 22-24 | Midterm Exam |
9 | Water Resources | Chapters 25-27 | |
10 | Energy Resources | Chapters 28-30 | |
11 | Environmental Policy | Chapters 31-33 | Quiz 3 (Ch. 13-18) |
12 | Sustainable Living | Chapters 34-36 | |
13 | Review and Discussion | Review for Final Exam | |
14 | Final Exam | Comprehensive | Final Paper Due |
IV. Assignments
Assignment 1: Earthquake Case Study
Assignment 2: Environmental Impact Report
Assignment 3: Sustainability Project
V. Evaluation
Quizzes | 30% |
Midterm Exam | 20% |
Final Exam | 30% |
Assignments | 20% |
VI. Resources
Textbook: "Earth Science: A Comprehensive Overview" by [AUTHOR'S NAME]
Supplementary Readings: Articles from "Nature" and "Science"
Online Resources: National Geographic, NASA Earth Observatory
Software: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software
VII. Policies
Attendance is mandatory.
Late submissions will incur a penalty.
Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
Accommodations can be arranged for students with disabilities.
VIII. Contact Information
Instructor: [YOUR NAME]
Contact: [YOUR EMAIL]
Office: Science Building, Room 210
Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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