Spring 2021 - EASC 205 D100

Introduction to Petrology (3)

Class Number: 1642

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Mon, Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 20, 2021
    Tue, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Kevin Cameron
    kjc@sfu.ca
    1 778 782-4703
  • Prerequisites:

    EASC 202, CHEM 122, and one of: (PHYS 102 and PHYS 130), (PHYS 121 and PHYS 133), (PHYS 126 and PHYS 133) or (PHYS 141). All with a grade of C- or better.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Optical phenomena related to the use of the polarizing microscope in the identification of minerals in thin section. Petrogenesis and classification of igneous sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Hand specimen and thin section identification of rocks and minerals.

COURSE DETAILS:

General:
Introduction to Petrology provides an overview of the study of rocks. The petrographic microscope is used extensively in the introduction of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic petrology. Emphasis is placed on mineral and rock classification using hand specimens and thin sections, processes and environments of rock formation, and geological significance of rock assemblages. Lectures cover the principles and utility of petrology, while laboratory exercises focus on physical and optical methods of mineral identification and rock classification.

Course Topics:

  • Optical microscopy of mineral grain mounts and thin sections.
  • Recognition and classification of rocks.
  • Physical and chemical environments of rock formation.
  • Geological relationships among rock assemblages.

Grading

  • Laboratory Assignments/Quizzes 5%
  • Laboratory Mid-Term 20%
  • Laboratory Final (cumulative) 35%
  • Lecture Mid-Term 15%
  • Lecture Final (cumulative) 25%
  • *Subject to change

NOTES:

The Spring 2021 offering of EASC 205 will be a combination of remote and “face-to-face” instruction.  Lectures for the course will be delivered synchronously remotely and labs will be conducted “face-to-face” on campus.  This means that students must be able to travel to the university to attend the lab component in person.  Students unable or unwilling to participate in face-to-face labs should contact the instructor prior to registering in the course.  Due to restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, it will not be possible for students to make-up missed labs or lab tests.  Students should take this into consideration when deciding whether to register for this course.

Due to university access restrictions during the pandemic, students will be responsible for completing some of the lab material / exercises in the scheduled lab time but away from the lab room.

Students enrolling in this course acknowledge that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with the instructor, ways of exam invigilation, and methods of getting feedback on their work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Government health regulations will be in place during the lab sessions and, while physical distancing will be implemented, the wearing of non-medical facemasks while in attendance on campus is mandatory.

Technology requirements for successfully completing this course include:  Students will require a computer or tablet with stable internet connection, preferably high-speed.  This device must have video and audio capability and be able to access Canvas, Zoom and be equipped with a camera / webcam and microphone.  Students should have software sufficient to work with excel spreadsheets, power point files, word files, pdfs, and jpg images.

Students should be aware that some of the assessment methods (quizzes, tests, exam) in this course will be conducted online and may be proctored using electronic invigilation during which students will be required to have their computer camera / webcam turned on.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

A 10X magnifying lens and coloured pencils will be useful in labs.

REQUIRED READING:

Course E-Text:

“ Introduction to Mineralogy” 3rd Edition; Nesse, William D; 2017; Oxford University Press

Note:  As this text is required / useful for other courses in the EASC program, it is recommended that students acquire an actual copy.  Numerous websites offer this text for purchase either as used or new versions.  Although the 3rd edition is the most recent, the 2nd (2012) edition can be used. (ISBN: 978-0-19-98738-1)
ISBN: 9780190618384

RECOMMENDED READING:

Geological Dictionary

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2021

Teaching at SFU in spring 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).