Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
COLP-0008
Organization's ID:
PSL111
Organization:
Pearson
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
8 weeks
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Earth Science Lab
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide an earth science laboratory experience with emphasis on ecology and environmental stewardship, the earth's origin and age, creation design, general earth science, geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy including application exercises and experiences to provide a basic understanding of the forces in our physical environment.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate understanding of research in earth science through analysis and interpretation in the areas of ecology and environmental stewardship and the earth's origin, age, and creation design perspectives
  • Demonstrate critical thinking through earth science laboratory investigations, experiences, and learning activities
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of scientific investigation and observation through practice with example exercises and simulated research problems in the areas of general earth science, geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy

General Topics:

  • Ecology and environmental stewardship
  • Cultural mandate
  • Earth's origin and age
  • Big bang theory
  • Creationism, evangelism, and apologetics
  • Everglades and Sonoran desert
  • Recycling
  • Deforestation, desertification, wetlands drainage, soil degradation, pesticides, and herbicides
  • Land, air, and water pollution
  • Toxic waste
  • Industrialization
  • Urbanization
  • Overpopulation
  • Global warming
  • Ozone depletion
  • Greenhouse effect
  • Acid rain
  • Asbestos
  • Radon
  • Earth's core
  • Earthquakes, floods, tornadoes, and volcanoes
  • Rocks and minerals
  • Oceanography
  • Meteorology
  • Astronomy
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials