EARTH MATERIALS LAB SPRING 2019

(Tue. 2:50-5:50)

Instructor: Dr. Hongbing Sun

Office Hour: M, W: 10:20 to 11:20AM, Thur: 10:15 to 11:15 AM. Other times by appointment

Phone: 896-5185 or 896-5092 (Science Hall Main office)

E-mail: hsun@rider.edu

Text: Laboratory Manual for Physical Geology, 11^th ed Bush and Tasa. 2018. Additional assignments from other sources may be assigned (TBA).

Objectives: This lab course introduces students to the origin, identification, and significance of geologic materials and landforms. Hands-on experiences with mineral, rock and soil specimens, topographic and geologic maps are emphasized, along with field trip and in-lab observations, measurements, and interpretations. Attendance is required.

Evaluation: Final grades are based on the average of the individual laboratory exercises (70%) combined with the final lab exam (20%) and participation in lab discussions, attendance and field trip involvements (10%). No extra credit projects are allowed. Unless otherwise instructed, all assignments are due no later than noon the following day. Late assignments will be penalized 10% per day. All work turned in is to be your own. The highest standards of academic conduct and integrity are expected and will be strictly enforced. If required, the instructor's permission for withdrawal will be given only for exceptional circumstances.

WEEK OF		TOPICS	PAGES
Feb	5	Minerals	73-107
Feb	12	Igneous Rocks	129-151
	19	Sedimentary and Metamorphic Rocks	153-217
	26	Geological Time and Plate Tectonics	227, 558
Mar	4	Topo Maps and GPS	227-558
	11	Structural Recognition	259-282,handout
	18	Spring Break
	26	Soil Description and On-campus Trip	Handout
Apr	2	Field Trip to See and Interpret Rocks
	9	Water Analysis (pH, Nutrient, Elements)	Handout
	16	Field Trip-Streams	Handout
	23	Geologic Maps, Practice exam, Review	259-282,handout
APR	30	Lab Final

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E-mail Dr. Sun: hsun@rider.edu

Last updated 1/28/2019