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SYLLABUS
First Semester, A.Y. 2011-2012
San Beda College envisions a community that is fully human, wholly Christian, truly Filipino,
and globally competitive. It aims to form its members in faith (fides), knowledge (scientia), virtue (virtes)
and inculcate in them the Benidictine core values of prayer and work (ora et labora) that include study,
community, and pursuit of peace.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Earth Science and the Environment is a 3-unit course intended for college students who are taking
a portion of their college general requirements. The course will cover basic topics in geology (major
minerals and rock types, rock-forming processes, time scales; temperatures, pressures, compositions,
structure of the Earth, and measurement techniques; geologic structures and relationships observable in
the field; sediment movement and landform development by moving water, wind, and ice; crustal
processes and planetary evolution in terms of global plate tectonics) and astronomy (stars, solar system,
interstellar medium, the galaxy, and the universe). The course will also cover various environmental
issues such as global warming, climate change, geological hazards, pollution, and renewable energies.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Interpret natural phenomena by critical thinking and systematic analysis of facts and observations;
2. Comprehend and analyze the basic concept of physical science;
3. Relate the concept learned to practical application as well as integrate his science know how to other
fields of study to uplift his personal, economic and social status;
4. Conceptualize ways and means to have a cleaner and greener Earth;
5. Appreciate the uniqueness of our planet and inculcate in their minds that the Earth is our only home
and therefore should be given proper care;
6. To raise awareness on the different environmental issues and problems; and
7. To mold responsible individuals who would be stewards of the environment.
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COURSE OUTLINE:
I. Introduction
Weeks II. History of Astronomy Film Showing Explain the various theories
3 and the Universe Lecture about the origin of the universe
Discussion Discuss the relevance of the
Graded cosmic background in the
Recitation study of the universe
Quiz Trace the changes that happen
from birth to the death of a star
Week 4 III. The Planet Earth Film Showing Discuss the different theories
Lecture regarding the origin of the
Origin Discussion earth
Basic Principles Graded Describe the various methods
Recitation used in studying the Earth
Quiz Explain the motions of the
Earth
Describe the geophysical
characteristics the Earth
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Diastrophism Lecture Discuss the various internal
Plate Tectonics Discussion process within the earth
Seismology Graded Describe plate tectonics and
Volcanology Recitation explain how it is related to the
Weathering and Quiz various earth processes
Erosion Explain the causes and effects
of weathering and erosion
Week 17 X. Sustainable
Development
Lecture Describe sustainable
Biodiversity Discussion development
and Workshop Identify the status of the various
conservation ecosystems
Renewable Site the various sources of
energy renewable energies
Environmental Identify the pros and cons of
ethics and using renewable energy
policy Describe strategies to achieve
sustainable development
Week 18 FINAL EXAM
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Regular Attendance
2. Class Participation/Recitation
3. Group Activity/Workshop Output
4. Worksheets
5. Quizzes
6. Midterm Examination
7. Final Examination
TEACHING STRATEGIES:
1. Lecture/Discussions
2. Group Activities/Workshops
3. Reporting
4. Film Showing
5. Computer Aided Instruction
GRADING SYSTEM:
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RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOK:
Madriaga, E. and Tuiy, F. 2011. A Textbook in Earth Science and the Environment (With
Learning Activities).
REFERENCES:
Lianko, A. 2001. Introduction to Earth Science. Katha Publishing. Company Inc. Quezon, City,
Philippines.
Mc. Connell et.al., The Good Earth. Introduction to Earth Science. Mc. Graw Hill International.
NY. USA
Monroe, J. 2009. The Changing Earth. Exploring Geology & Evolution. Brooks/ Cole. Belmont
CA. USA
Pipkin et al.,.2008..Geology and the Environment. 5th edition. Thomson Higher Education.
Belmont. USA
Sen, G. 2001. Earths Materials. Minerals & Rocks. Prentice Hall. New Jersey.
Skinner, B. and Porter, S. 1995. The Blue Planet: An Introduction to Earth Science. Wiley and
Sons.
Tarbuck, E. and Lutgens, F. 2004. Earth Science. 10th Ed. Pearson Education South Asia PJE
Thompson, G. and Turk, J. 2007. Earth Science and the Environment. 4th Ed.
Thomson/Brooks/Cole.
ELECTRONIC SOURCES:
http://academicearth.org/
http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/earth-atmospheric-and-planetary-sciences/
http://www.sciencedaily.com/
http://geology.com/
http://www.agiweb.org/
http://www.nasa.gov/
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