Republic of the Philippines
TAGOLOAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Baluarte, Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental
Tel. Nos. (08822) 740-835
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Natural Sciences Department
Course Syllabus
1st Semester, SY 2013-2014
I.
Course Code
: PHY SCI 101
II.
Course Title
: Earth Science (Physical Science of the Earth)
III. Unit Credit
:3
IV. Time Allotment
: 3 hours per week
V.
: -none-
Prerequisite/s
VI. Course Description
:
Earth Science is one of the most interesting subjects that deal with many different sciences which are used to learn about the earth, however, the four basic
areas of Earth science study are: geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy. Typically, Earth scientists will use tools from physics, chemistry,
biology, chronology and mathematics to build a quantitative understanding of how the Earth system works, and how it evolved to its current state.
Today we live in a time when the Earth and its inhabitants face many challenges. Our climate is changing and that change is being caused by human activity.
We are also challenged to: develop new sources of energy that will have minimal impact on climate; locate new sources of metals and other mineral
resources as known sources are depleted; and, determine how Earth's increasing population can live and avoid serious threats such as volcanic activity,
earthquakes, landslides, floods and more.
VII. General Objectives
:
This course aims to provide the best possible education in the physical sciences that emphasizes breadth of student learning through the evaluation, analysis
and application of comprehended knowledge. We intend that our students will become productive and informed participants in society and that they will be
appreciated for their skills and ability to understand and communicate the significance of biological concepts, techniques and applications pertaining to the
physical science of the Earth.
This also aims to educate and train students in the critical, problem solving and independent thinking skills required in scientific research.
VIII. Course Content
:
Objectives
Topics
Learning Strategies/Activities
Target Date
Assessment
Strategies/Projects
1st week to 3rd week of
June
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
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1. Provide knowledge
content across the full
range of biology.
2. Generate
understanding of
concepts in biology.
3. Students will be able
to compare and
contrast theories that
explain biological
timing in organisms.
4. Understand and use of
scientific
methodology.
5. Foster critical
thinking.
6. Integrate knowledge
across biological sub
disciplines.
The Four Earth Sciences
The Importance of Earth Science
The Scientific Method and Inquiry
The Earth’s Living and Non-Living
Natural Resources
 The Concepts of an Ecosystem
 Human Activities that Affect the
Natural Resources
CHAPTER 2: THE EARTH AND THE
UNIVERSE
 Theories Explaining the Origin of
the Earth
 Theories Explaining the Origin of
the Solar System
 Theories Explaining How the
Universe was Created
 Theories on The Evolution of the
Planets and Its Characteristics
 Order of Events into the Formation
of the Universe
 Theories Explaining the Origin of
Life on Earth
 The Earth and Its Relationship to the
Sun and Moon
 Other Celestial Bodies that are
members of the Solar System
1. Lecture/Discussion
conducted by the Instructor
2. Oral Recitation (Question &
Answer)
3. Problem-based Learning
Strategy
4. Visual Aids & Apparatuses
(if applicable)
4th week of June to 3rd
week of July
1. Short Quizzes
2. Assignments, Projects
and Research
3. Class Participation &
Recitation
4. Major/Long Exams
1. Generate
understanding of
concepts in biology.
2. Integrate knowledge
across biological sub
disciplines.
3. Foster critical
thinking.
CHAPTER 3: THE ROCKS AND THE
MINERALS
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What are rocks and minerals?
Properties of Mineral
Classes of Mineral
Types of Rocks & Its Formations
Diagram of the Rock Cycle
1. Lecture/Discussion
4th week of July to 2nd
conducted by the Instructor
week of August
2. Oral Recitation (Question &
Answer)
3. Problem-based Learning
Strategy
4. Visual Aids & Apparatuses
(if applicable)
5. Demonstration of Procedures
and
Techniques
(if
applicable)
CHAPTER 4: THE EARTH’S
HISTORY AND GEOLOGIC TIME
1. Provide knowledge
content across the full
range of biology.
2. Integrate knowledge
across biological sub
disciplines.
3. Generate
understanding of
concepts in biology.
 The Principles about Sedimentary
Rocks
 Types of Sedimentary Rocks
 Classification of Sedimentary Rocks
 Properties of Sedimentary Rocks
 Fossils, the Evidence of Existence
 Radiometric Dating & Its
Applications
 The Fundamentals of Radiometric
Dating
 Modern Dating Methods
CHAPTER 5: THE EARTH’S WATER
 The Water Cycle (Hydrological
Cycle)
 The Running Water
 The Ground Water
 The Ocean & Seas
1. Short Quizzes
2. Assignments, Projects
and Research
3. Class Participation &
Recitation
4. Major/Long Exams
3rd week of August
and 1st week of
September
1. Class Discussion done by the
Students (Guided discussion
by the Instructor)
2. Oral Recitation (Question &
Answer)
3. Problem-based Learning
Strategy
4. Visual Aids & Materials
1. Short Quizzes
2. Graded Discussion by the
Students
3. Class Participation &
Recitation
4. Major/Long Exams
2nd week September to
3rd week of September
1. Generate
understanding of
concepts in biology.
2. Students will be able
to compare and
contrast theories that
explain biological
timing in at least two
organisms.
3. Foster critical
thinking.
4. Rewarding career
development and
interest in lifelong
learning.
5. Integrate knowledge
across biological sub
disciplines.
IX.
 The Atmosphere of the Earth and Its
Layers
 The Air, the Seasons and the
Weather
 The Climates of the Earth
CHAPTER 7: WEATHERING, MASS
WASTING AND EROSION
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The Dynamic Earth
Mechanical & Chemical Weathering
Mass Wasting
The Soil and Erosion
Course Requirements:
1.
2.
3.
4.
X.
CHAPTER 6: THE EARTH’S
ATMOSPHERE, WEATHER &
CLIMATES
Major Assignments
Projects/Research
Reports (Student Discussion)
Major Exams (Prelim, Midterm, and Final)
Grading System:
A. Class Standing (CS)
i.
Quizzes – 40%
ii. Assignment – 25%
iii. Recitation – 15%
iv.
Character – 10%
v.
Attendance – 10%
4th week of September
to 1st week of October
1. Lecture/Discussion
conducted by the Instructor
2. Class Discussion done by the
Students (Guided
Instructions)
3. Oral Recitation (Question &
Answer)
4. Problem-based Learning
Strategy
5. Visual Aids & Apparatuses
(if applicable)
6. Demonstration of Procedures
and Techniques (if
applicable)
1st and 2nd week of
October
1. Short Quizzes
2. Assignments, Projects
and Research
3. Graded Discussion by the
Students
4. Class Participation &
Recitation
5. Major/Long Exams
B. Major Exam (ME) – 100%
C. Computation of Grades
Prelim, Midterm & Final Period Grade = [(2 x CS) + ME]/3
Final Rating Grade = [(Midterm Grade) x (0.30)] + [(Final Grade) x (0.70)]
XI.
Textbooks:
1. Introduction to Biological Science (Revised Edition) © 1994
By: Carolina Desamero Ditan
2. Biology: The Web of Life (Second Edition) © 2003
By: Eric Strauss & Marylin Lisowski
3. Biology: An Introduction
By: Johnson, et. al.
4. Life – The Science of Biology (Seventh Edition)
By: Purves, Sadava, and et. al.
5. Environmental Geology (Seventh Edition) © 2006
By: Carla W. Montgomery
Prepared by
MR. TRISTAN R. BABAYLAN
Instructor
Noted by
Approved by
CHERYL ANN MARIE A. MATELA, DM
Dean
DR. ROLANDO D. ACORIBA, JR.
College President