Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2021 - EASC 308 D100

Field Geology III (3)

Class Number: 1146

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jun 29 – Aug 9, 2021: TBA, TBA
    Burnaby

    Jun 29 – Aug 9, 2021: TBA, TBA
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    EASC 201, 206 and 209W. Recommended: EASC 207. All with a grade of C- or better.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A 10-14 day field school held at the end of the summer term. Students will observe and interpret sedimentary and glacial geomorphic features, investigate natural hazard mechanisms and become acquainted with environmental geoscience topics. Students will carry out geological, geotechnical and geophysical surveying and analysis. Field locations may vary from year to year. Students with credit for EASC 406 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

A 10-day field school held at the end of the summer term. The field school will be preceded by a single day of lectures at SFU. The field school is composed of three parts related to clastic sedimentology, Quaternary and applied geology, and groundwater. In part 1, students will learn to log outcrops of clastic strata, and interpret these deposits in the context of basin evolution. In part 2, students will observe and interpret Quaternary stratigraphy, sedimentology and glacial geomorphic features, and will construct a terrain map. In part 3, students will take part in groundwater research, including applied geophysics. Based on the design of the field school, students will be expected to carry out geological, geotechnical and geophysical surveying and analysis, and will develop skillsets relevant to the petroleum and environmental industries.

Field camp will be based out of the Cowichan Lake Research Station on Cowichan Lake from August 23 until September 3.

Grading

  • Field Exercises: (30% per section) 90%
  • Participation: 10%

NOTES:

Costs
A $936.36 supplementary fee is included in the registration for this course and covers all transportation costs as well as accommodation and all meals (breakfasts, bagged lunches, and dinners) at the Cowichan Lake Research Station. Sheets and towels are provided.

The trip will leave from TASC 1 Monday August 23 at ~8:30 AM. We will return to the Earth Science building on the afternoon of September 3.

There will also be a day of lectures (approximately 6 hours) at SFU on Saturday, August 21.

Students will need to follow all regulations and procedures regarding COVID-19, both in the classroom and on field school.

Be aware that this trip may involve strenuous hiking in adverse weather conditions at and difficult terrain. Students should be physically fit and properly equipped to withstand exposure to the elements. A certain amount of caution and common sense is required to avoid injury to yourself and those around you. A safety orientation will be done on the first day of the course to set out procedures and expectations.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Field Equipment
Some equipment will be provided, but the following material is the responsibility of the students:
- first aid kit
- 10x hand lens
- notebook
- camera
- basic personal gear: durable water-resistant hiking boots, gaiters, day pack, outdoor clothing that is warm and waterproof, sun screen, work gloves, etc.

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 SUMMER 2021

Teaching at SFU in summer 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods, but we will continue to have in-person experiential activities for a selection of courses.  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).