GEO 224N.00: General Science - Physics and Geoscience

University of Montana ScholarWorks at University of Montana University of Montana Course Syllabi Open Educational Resources (OER) Fall 9-1-2021 GEO 224N.00: General Science - Physics and Geoscience Natalie Bursztyn University of Montana, Missoula, [email protected] Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/syllabi Let us know how access to this document benefits you. Recommended Citation Bursztyn, Natalie, "GEO 224N.00: General Science - Physics and Geoscience" (2021). University of Montana Course Syllabi. 12355. https://scholarworks.umt.edu/syllabi/12355 This Syllabus is brought to you for free and open access by the Open Educational Resources (OER) at ScholarWorks at University of Montana. It has been accepted for inclusion in University of Montana Course Syllabi by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks at University of Montana. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Geo 224N – Gen Science: Phys & Geoscience | Fall 2021 Contact information Professor: Dr. Natalie Bursztyn Office: SC367 Class: Clapp 131 MWF 2:00-2:50 pm Email: [email protected] Office hours: MWF 10:30-11:30 am. Please do not hesitate to contact me to set up a meeting at another time Course Description: This course will introduce basic principles of the physical sciences, including fundamental topics in physics, astronomy, and Earth sciences. A major focus of the course will be on building confidence in science, inspiring scientific curiosity, and preparing students to incorporate current science education standards in their future K-8 classrooms. Specific topics that we will explore include the scientific method, the physics of motion, force, and energy. We will also cover the four main components of the Earth system, the history and evolution of the Earth as a planet, the ways in which humans use resources and affect our planet, and our planet’s place in the Solar System and Universe. Lecture and Labs: Lecture: MWF; 2-2:50 PM CHCB 131 Labs: TR in CHCB 348 with Teaching Assistants as follows Tuesday Thursday 8:00-9:50 am TA: Maeve TA: Maeve 10:00-11:50 am TA: David TA: David 1-2:50 pm TA: David TA: Maeve Teaching Assistants: Maeve Sherry | [email protected] | Masters student in Geosciences David Baude | [email protected] | Masters student in Geosciences Learning Outcomes: By the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. Describe the motion of an object in terms of position, speed, velocity, and acceleration 2. Apply the scientific method to ask questions and conduct basic scientific experiments 3. Explain and provide conceptual examples to illustrate Newton’s Laws of Motion 4. Differentiate between kinematic and potential energy, and discuss methods of energy transfer 5. Describe the interior structure of the Earth and the physical processes that shape its surface 6. Summarize the roles that human communities play in the evolution of our planet 7. Characterize Earth’s place in the Solar System and Universe 8. Appreciate the impact of science on society and discover ways to inspire the next generation of scientists! Textbook(s): Conceptual Physical Science, 6th Ed., Hewitt, P.G., Suchocki, J.A., & Hewitt, L.A. 2017, Pearson. Moodle. I believe that the 5th ed. will be just fine, the table of contents is nearly identical. Exploring the Changing World, Bauer, Brook, 2020 Bad Future, Better Future, Rosen, Julia, 2021 Important Dates: UM Office of the Registrar: https://www.umt.edu/registrar/calendar.php Time Management: The standard expectation for college courses is that two hours outside of class will be required for every one credit hour in class. As a 5-credit course, you should therefore expect to spend an average of 15 hours/week on lectures, labs, homework, readings, exams, and other course activities. Please ensure that you have sufficient time to devote to this course before enrolling. Course Calendar*: * Subject to change: We will try to stick to the schedule as best as possible, but may need to adjust from time to time. Intended Lecture Topics, Tests, & Reading Schedule Wk Topic 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Introduction to the Physical Sciences Solar System & Space Atoms & Minerals Scientific Theories pt 1 Scientific Theories pt 2 Density, Earth’s Interior Sed. Rocks & Geologic Time Structure of the Ocean & Atmosphere Waves: Sound & Light Waves: Water & Seismic Physics of Motion Acceleration & Gravity Forces & Newton’s Laws Energy & Earth’s Systems Resources & Sustainability Reading Prologue; Bauer, B. 2020 Ch. 26.2 - 26.4 Ch. 12.1, 12.3, 12.5, 20.2 - 20.3 Duschl & Bybee, Ch. 26.5 Ch. 26.1, 28.1, 21.3-21.7 Ch. 5, 20.7, 21.2 Ch. 20.8, 22.4-22.5, 23.1-23.3 Ch. 241-24.2, 24.3-24.7 Ch. 10 & 11 Ch. 24.3, 21.1 Ch. 1.1-1.9 Ch. 1.10, 4 Ch. 2 Ch. 3.4, 3.6, 3.9, 25 Ch. 16.6-16.7, Rosen, J. 2021 Final Exam Tests Notes Sept. 6 Labor Day ConcepTest 1 Prof @ GSA Oct. 10-13 Prof @ TIDeS Oct. 24-27 ConcepTest 2 Nov. 24-26 Thanksgiving ConcepTest 3 Intended Labs and Assignments Schedule Wk Tuesday Lab 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Intro to TAs, intro survey (no lab) Bubbles Planetarium Solar System to Scale Atoms Minerals Tape Phases of the Moon Nebular Hypothesis Plate Tectonics Density Layers of the Earth Stream Table Field Trip Ocean Stratification & Circulation Air Pressure & Atmosphere Sound Waves What is Light? Water Waves Seismic Waves Position & Velocity Veteran’s Day – no lab Acceleration Gravity Forces Thanksgiving – no lab TBD – Energy Cycles? TBD – Environment? Lesson plan presentations No Lab: Final Exam Thursday Lab Assignments Due 1 lab & reflection 1 2 labs & reflection 2 2 labs & reflection 3 2 labs & reflection 4 2 labs 2 labs & reflection 5 2 labs & reflection 6 2 labs & reflection 7 2 labs & reflection 8 2 labs 1 lab & reflection 9 2 labs & reflection 10 1 lab & reflection 11 2 labs & lesson plan Final reflection (#12) Required assignments and exams: 1. Readings: You are expected to complete textbook and other assigned readings as you work through the course, ideally before the lectures in order to participate in active discussion 2. Lesson plan project (15%); create a lesson plan on a physical science topic of interest 3. Reflection journal (15%); following prompts, submit weekly reflections 4. Labs (20%); 2 labs/week 5. ConcepTests (30%); 3 tests, worth 10% each. 6. Final exam (20%); comprehensive, covering all units Course guidelines and policies: Student conduct code All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by the course instructor and/or a disciplinary sanction by the University. All students need to be familiar with the Student Conduct Code: https://www.umt.edu/safety/policies/default.php Attendance Regular participation in all course exercises is expected. If you need to miss class activities (e.g. due to illness or extenuating circumstances), then please inform me in advance. Course withdrawal Please refer to Institute policy on adding, dropping, and withdrawing from courses: https://www.umt.edu/registrar/students/dropadd.php Important dates and deadlines are provided by the Office of the Registrar: https://www.umt.edu/registrar/calendar.php Disability modifications The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and the Office for Disability Equity (ODE). If you anticipate or experience barriers based on disability, please contact the ODE at 406.243.2243, [email protected] for more information. Retroactive accommodation requests will not be honored, so please, do not delay. As your instructor, I will work with you and the ODE to implement an effective accommodation, and you are welcome to contact me privately if you wish. Assignment expectations Readings, homework, labs, projects, exams and other course activities are expected to be completed thoughtfully and on time. Honor Code: “No member of the community shall take unfair advantage of any other member of the community.” (Caltech) Plagiarism: Reproducing the work of someone else, and representing the work as your own, without appropriate citation and attribution is forbidden. Plagiarism extends beyond tangible material to also include ideas. When in doubt, cite. Collaboration: Although you are welcome and encouraged to discuss course materials, it is expected that you submit your own work that reflects your own understanding of the material. Please respect and uphold the Honor Code. Grading policy This course must be taken for a traditional letter grade to meet the Natural Sciences General Education requirement. A minimum final grade of C- is required to meet the Gen Ed requirement. The following grading scale may be adjusted at my discretion. 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