GEOL-100 Section #63362 - Introduction to Physical Geology - Dr. Vincent Devlahovich
| Course: | Introduction to Physical Geology |
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| Professor: | Dr. Vincent Devlahovich |
| Email: | vincent.devlahovich@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
My name is Dr. D and I have been teaching at College of the Canyons for 16 years, teaching Geology for 25 years. The first thing to know about this course is that it is accelerated at DOUBLE pace. This means you have to stay on top of the assignments, quizzes, etc. so you do not fall behind. Time management skills are required and you must go online and check your Canyons email EVERY DAY during the semester.
Course Description
This course is an introduction to Physical Geology in an online format and condensed into an eight week format. It requires minimal computer skills and good internet access. It features the study and interpretation of the basic features of the exterior and interior of the Earth’s crust, the materials of which those features are composed, and the geologic processes which produced them. It includes specific consideration of minerals, rocks, volcanic activity, running water and erosion, soils, ground water, mass wasting, glaciation, coastlines, wind activity, deserts, plate tectonics, mountains, faults and earthquakes, metamorphism, geologic time and more.
What to Expect in this Course
Everything you need for this course is on your Canvas course. You should budget at least 15 hours per week to succeed in this course.
Types of Assessments
Discussion board research and postings, including responding to your classmates as well as quizzes.
Textbook Information
Required Text: Visualizing Geology, Murck, Skinner, & MacKenzie, 4th edition.
You do NOT need the Wiley canvas code for this course.
ISBN 9781119310150. This is the binder-ready edition with the Canvas code, available in the COC bookstore. You can use this version or the E-Text or a paperback version.
Other Relevant Course Information
If you can budget the appropriate amount of time consistently in the next eight weeks, you can succeed in this course. I am always available to help you via my Canyons email.
Additional Resources
Canvas
This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:
- CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
- CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password
Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.
Online Education
Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.
The Learning Center (TLC)
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Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)
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Online Counseling
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Management of Stress and Mental Health
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Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.
You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.
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Last updated: 08/17/2022 Sub#: 1469