UCC/UGC/ECCC
Proposal for Course Change
FAST TRACK (Select if this will be a fast track item. Refer to Fast Track Policy for
eligibility)
If the changes included in this proposal are significant, attach copies of original and proposed
syllabi in approved university format.
1. Course subject and number: GLG 560
2. Units:
See upper and lower division undergraduate course definitions.
3. College:
CEFNS
5. Current Student Learning Outcomes of the
course.
4. Academic Unit:
3
Geology
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Developing Course Learning Outcomes)
Upon completion of this course students should:
1. Understand the basic theory behind common
geophysical imaging techniques.
2. Understand how different geophysical techniques
are applied and which problems are best
addressed with each method.
3. Be familiar with the deployment of geophysical
equipment in the field.
Upon completion of this course students should:
1. Understand the basic theory behind common
geophysical imaging techniques.
2. Understand how different geophysical techniques
are applied and which problems are best
addressed with each method.
3. Be familiar with the deployment of geophysical
equipment in the field.
4. Be comfortable understanding and explaining
geophysical literature
5. Be able to plan and lead their own
geophysical surveys
6. Current title, description and units. Cut and
paste, in its entirety, from the current on-line
academic catalog*
http://catalog.nau.edu/Catalog/.
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differentiate from what is not changing, and
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GLG 560 INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED
GEOPHYSICS (3)
Description: Surveys the principles and methods
of exploration geophysics as applied to geologic
GLG 560 INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED
GEOPHYSICS (3 4)
Description: Surveys the principles and methods
of exploration geophysics as applied to geologic
Effective Fall 2012
problems. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade
only. Course fee required.
Units: 3
Prerequisite: (GLG 101 or GLG 101H) and (MAT
137 or Math Placement Test Results
(ALEKS/MATHA 65+; MATHC 65+; PLACE 70+))
and (PHY 112 or 262)
problems. 2 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Co
convenes with GLG 460. Letter grade only.
Course fee required.
Units: 3 4
Prerequisite: (GLG 101 or GLG 101H) and (MAT
137 or Math Placement Test Results
(ALEKS/MATHA 65+; MATHC 65+; PLACE 70+))
and (PHY 112 or 262)
*if there has been a previously approved UCC/UGC/ECCC change since the last catalog year, please copy the approved
text from the proposal form into this field.
7. Justification for course change.
The additional 1 credit hour proposed for this course is designed to reflect the additional work
that graduate students will undertake in preparing presentations for the class and designing
and leading their own geophysical survey at the end of the semester.
8. Effective BEGINNING of what term and year?
See effective dates calendar.
Fall 2016
IN THE FOLLOWING SECTION, COMPLETE ONLY WHAT IS CHANGING
CURRENT
Current course subject and number:
PROPOSED
Proposed course subject and number:
Current number of units:
3
Current short course title:
Proposed number of units:
4
Proposed short course title (max 30
characters):
Current long course title:
Proposed long course title (max 100
characters):
Current grading option:
letter grade
pass/fail
or both
Current repeat for additional units:
Proposed grading option:
letter grade
pass/fail
or both
Proposed repeat for additional units:
Current max number of units:
Proposed max number of units:
Current prerequisite:
Proposed prerequisite (include rationale in the
justification):
Current co-requisite:
Proposed co-requisite (include rationale in the
justification):
Current co-convene with:
NONE
Current cross list with:
Proposed co-convene with:
GLG 460
Proposed cross list with:
Effective Fall 2012
9. Is this course in any plan (major, minor, or certificate) or sub plan (emphasis)? Yes
No
If yes, describe the impact. If applicable, include evidence of notification to and/or response
from each impacted academic unit.
Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability; Ph.D. (elective), Geology; B.S. (elective)
10. Is there a related plan or sub plan change proposal being submitted?
If no, explain
Yes
No
11. Does this course include combined lecture and lab components?
Yes
If yes, include the units specific to each component in the course description above.
No
Answer 12-15 for UCC/ECCC only:
12. Is this course an approved Liberal Studies or Diversity course?
If yes, select all that apply.
Liberal Studies
Diversity
13. Do you want to remove the Liberal Studies or Diversity designation?
If yes, select all that apply.
Liberal Studies
Diversity
Yes
No
Both
Yes
No
14. Is this course listed in the Course Equivalency Guide?
Yes
No
15. Is this course a Shared Unique Numbering (SUN) course?
Yes
No
Both
FLAGSTAFF MOUNTAIN CAMPUS
Scott Galland
Reviewed by Curriculum Process Associate
3/12/2015
Date
Approvals:
Department Chair/Unit Head (if appropriate)
Date
Chair of college curriculum committee
Date
Dean of college
Date
For Committee use only:
UCC/UGC Approval
Effective Fall 2012
Date
Approved as submitted:
Approved as modified:
Yes
Yes
No
No
EXTENDED CAMPUSES
Reviewed by Curriculum Process Associate
Date
Approvals:
Academic Unit Head
Date
Division Curriculum Committee (Yuma, Yavapai, or Personalized Learning)
Date
Division Administrator in Extended Campuses (Yuma, Yavapai, or Personalized
Learning)
Date
Faculty Chair of Extended Campuses Curriculum Committee (Yuma, Yavapai, or
Personalized Learning)
Date
Chief Academic Officer; Extended Campuses (or Designee)
Date
Approved as submitted:
Approved as modified:
Effective Fall 2012
Yes
Yes
No
No
CURENT 3 UNIT SYLLABUS
Introduction to Applied Geophysics (GLG 560)
College of Engineering, Forestry, and Natural Sciences
School or Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability
Instructor:
Term:
Meeting times/Location:
Lab Time/Location:
Office Hours:
Credits:
Textbook:
Prerequisites:
Ryan Porter (Ryan.Porter@nau.edu) - Geology Room 200
Spring 2014 (01/13/2014 - 05/09/2014)
10:20-11:15 am Monday and Wednesday – Geology109
1:50-4:50 pm Monday – Geology 204
1-4 pm Tuesdays or by appointment
3
Introduction to Applied Geophysics: Exploring the Shallow Subsurface –
ISBN 0393926370
(GLG 101 or GLG 101H) and (MAT 137 or Math Placement Test Results
(ALEKS/MATHA 65+; MATHC 65+; PLACE 70+)) and (PHY 112 or 262)
Description: Much of our knowledge of the internal structure of the Earth stems from geophysical
observations made at its surface. These observations have a broad range of applications that relate
to fields such as engineering, hydrology, hazard assessment, geology, and archeology. In this course
we will cover the basic theory behind these geophysical imaging techniques and their
relevance/application to common geologic problems.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course students should:
1. Understand the basic theory behind common geophysical imaging techniques.
2. Understand how different geophysical techniques are applied and which problems are best
addressed with each method.
3. Be familiar with the deployment of geophysical equipment in the field.
Course Outline:
Week 1 (1/13):
Week 2 (1/20):
Week 3 (1/27):
Week 4 (2/3):
Week 5 (2/10):
Week 6 (2/17):
Week 7 (2/24):
Week 8 (3/3):
Week 9 (3/10):
Week 10 (3/17):
Week 11 (3/24):
Week 12 (3/31):
Week 13 (4/7):
Week 14 (4/14):
Week 15 (4/21):
Week 16 (4/28):
Week 17 (5/5):
Introduction to Geophysics, Introduction to Modeling
No Class Monday, Gravity – Theory and Corrections
Gravity – Applications and Modeling
Gravity – Wrap Up, Heat Flow
Magnetics – Theory and Application
Magnetics – Application
Electrical Resistivity – Theory
Electrical Resistivity – Applications
Review, Mid-Term
Spring Break (No Classes)
Introduction to Seismology, Seismic Theory
Refraction Seismic
Reflection Seismic
Natural Source Seismology
Electromagnetic surveying, Geodesy
Review
Finals
Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes:
Final Grades will be assigned based on:
Effective Fall 2012
25% Weekly Labs/HW
15% Midterm Exam
25% Final Project
25% Final Exam
10% Participation and Attendance
Grading System:
Final letter grade will be no lower than the following:
A
B
C
D
> 90%
80-90%
70-80%
60-70%
Cutoffs may be adjusted to coincide with breaks in the class distribution.
Course Policy:
 Retests/makeup tests will only be given with prior approval
 Students are expected to be in attendance and to actively participate in discussions and labs
 Late work will not be accepted unless prior arrangements are made
 Academic dishonesty, in any form, will not be tolerated
NAU POLICY STATEMENTS
Safe Environment Policy
NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy prohibits sexual harassment and assault, and
discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status by anyone at this university. Retaliation of any
kind as a result of making a complaint under the policy or participating in an investigation is also
prohibited. The Director of the Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity (AA/EO) serves as the
university’s compliance officer for affirmative action, civil rights, and Title IX, and is the ADA/504
Coordinator. AA/EO also assists with religious accommodations. You may obtain a copy of this policy
from the college dean’s office or from the NAU’s Affirmative Action website nau.edu/diversity/. If you
have questions or concerns about this policy, it is important that you contact the departmental chair,
dean’s office, the Office of Student Life (928-523-5181), or NAU’s Office of Affirmative Action (928)
523-3312 (voice), (928) 523-9977 (fax), (928) 523-1006 (TTD) or aaeo@nau.edu.
Students with Disabilities
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting Disability
Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), dr@nau.edu (e-mail) or 928-523-8747 (fax).
Students needing academic accommodations are required to register with DR and provide required
disability related documentation. Although you may request an accommodation at any time, in order
for DR to best meet your individual needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary
documentation (www.nau.edu/dr) 8 weeks prior to the time you wish to receive accommodations. DR
is strongly committed to the needs of student with disabilities and the promotion of Universal Design.
Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of programs and facilities at NAU may be brought to
the attention of DR or the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (523-3312).
Academic Contact Hour Policy
Based on the Arizona Board of Regents Academic Contact Hour Policy (ABOR Handbook, 2 -224),
for every unit of credit, a student should expect, on average, to do a minimum of three hours of work
per week, including but not limited to class time, preparation, homework, studying.
Academic Integrity
Effective Fall 2012
Integrity is expected of every member of the NAU community in all academic undertakings. Integrity
entails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most essential to an academic community
are grounded in honesty with respect to all intellectual efforts of oneself and others. Academic
integrity is expected not only in formal coursework situations, but also in all University relationships
and interactions connected to the educational process, including the use of University resources. An
NAU student’s submission of work is an implicit declaration that the work is the student’s own. All
outside assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic contribution truthfully
reported at all times. In addition, NAU students have a right to expect academic integrity from each of
their peers. Individual students and faculty members are responsible for identifying potential
violations of the university’s academic integrity policy Instances of potential violations are adjudicated
using the process found in the university Academic Integrity Policy.
Research Integrity
The Responsible Conduct of Research policy is intended to ensure that NAU personnel including
NAU students engaged in research are adequately trained in the basic principles of ethics in
research. Additionally, this policy assists NAU in meeting the RCR training and compliance
requirements of the National Science Foundation (NSF)-The America COMPETES Act (Creating
Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education and Science); 42 U.S.C
18620-1, Section 7009, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) policy on the instruction of the
RCR (NOT-OD-10-019; “Update on the Requirement for Instruction in the Responsible Conduct of
Research”). For more information on the policy and the training activities required for personnel and
students conducting research, at NAU, visit: http://nau.edu/Research/Compliance/Research-Integrity/.
Sensitive Course Materials
University education aims to expand student understanding and awareness. Thus, it necessarily
involves engagement with a wide range of information, ideas, and creative representations. In the
course of college studies, students can expect to encounter-and critically appraise-materials that may
differ from and perhaps challenge familiar understandings, ideas, and beliefs. Students are
encouraged to discuss these matters with faculty.
Classroom Disruption Policy
Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all participants to preserve an
atmosphere conducive to a safe and positive learning environment. Part of that obligation implies the
responsibility of each member of the NAU community to maintain an environment in which the
behavior of any individual is not disruptive. Instructors have the authority and the responsibility to
manage their classes in accordance with University regulations. Instructors have the right and
obligation to confront disruptive behavior thereby promoting and enforcing standards of behavior
necessary for maintaining an atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning. Instructors are
responsible for establishing, communicating, and enforcing reasonable expectation and rules of
classroom behavior. These expectations are to be communicated to students in the syllabus and in
class discussions and activities at the outset of the course. Each student is responsible for behaving
in a manner that supports a positive learning environment and that does not interrupt nor disrupt the
delivery of education by instructors or receipt of education by students, within or outside a class. The
complete classroom disruption policy is in Appendices of NAU’s Student Handbook.
Effective Summer 2014
Approved UCC-1/28/14
Approved UGC-2/12/14
Effective Fall 2012
PROPOSED 4 UNIT SYLLABUS
Introduction to Applied Geophysics (GLG 460/560) – Graduate Level
College of Engineering, Forestry, and Natural Sciences
School of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability
Instructor:
Term:
Meeting times/Location:
Lab Time/Location:
Office Hours:
Credits:
Textbook:
Prerequisites:
Ryan Porter (Ryan.Porter@nau.edu) - Geology Room 214
Fall 201? (01/??/201? - 05/0?/201?)
???
???
???
4
Introduction to Applied Geophysics: Exploring the Shallow Subsurface –
ISBN 0393926370
(GLG 101 or GLG 101H) and (MAT 137 or Math Placement Test Results
(ALEKS/MATHA 65+; MATHC 65+; PLACE 70+)) and (PHY 112 or 262)
Description:
Much of our knowledge of the internal structure of the Earth stems from geophysical observations
made at its surface. These observations have a broad range of applications that relate to fields such
as engineering, hydrology, hazard assessment, geology, and archeology. In this course we will cover
the basic theory behind these geophysical imaging techniques, their relevance/application to common
geologic problems, and apply many of these techniques in the field.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course students should:
1. Understand the basic theory behind common geophysical imaging techniques.
2. Understand how different geophysical techniques are applied and which problems are best
addressed with each method.
3. Be familiar with the deployment of geophysical equipment in the field.
4. Be comfortable understanding and explaining geophysical literature
5. Be able to plan and lead their own geophysical surveys
Course Outline:
Week 1 (date)
Week 2 (date)
Week 3 (date)
Week 4 (date)
Week 5 (date)
Week 6 (date)
Week 7 (date)
Week 8 (date)
Week 9 (date)
Week 10 (date)
Week 11 (date)
Effective Fall 2012
Introduction to Geophysics, Modeling
Introduction to Seismology, Seismic Theory
Refraction Seismic
Reflection Seismic - Processing
Reflection Seismic - Interpretation
Natural Source Seismology
Review, Mid-Term
Gravity – Theory and Corrections
Gravity – Interpretation
Gravity – Applications
Magnetics – Theory and Methods
Week 12 (date)
Week 13 (date)
Week 14 (date)
Week 15 (date)
Week 16 (date)
Magnetics – Interpretation and Application
Electrical Resistivity – Background and Techniques
Electrical Resistivity – Interpretation and Applications
Electromagnetic surveying
Final
Graduate Student (560) Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes:
Final Grades will be assigned based on:
30% Weekly Labs/HW
15% Midterm Exam
25% Final Project and Report
20% Final Exam
10% Participation and Discussion Leadership
Grading System:
Final letter grade will be no lower than the following:
A
B
C
> 90%
80-90%
70-80%
Cutoffs may be adjusted to coincide with breaks in the class distribution.
D
60-70%
Course Policy:
 Retests/makeup tests will only be given with prior approval
 Students are expected to be in attendance and to actively participate in discussions and labs
 Late work will not be accepted unless prior arrangements are made
 Academic dishonesty, in any form, will not be tolerated
Registrar Deadlines: Add/Drop Deadline – ??; Withdrawal (W) Deadline – ??.
Support: The Student Learning Centers, TRIO Outreach programs, and Educational Support
Services main office are back in the University Union, second floor. Specific room locations are
below:
Student Learning Centers
·
Tutoring-room 201
·
Transfer and Commuter Connections office/lounge-room 247
·
Peer Jacks lounge and staff-room 201
TRIO Outreach programs
·
Educational Talent Search (ETS)/Educational Opportunity Center (EOC)/Nizhoni-room 241
·
Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science-room 201
Educational Support Services
·
Main office – room 260
University Policies: The University policies on Safe Working and Learning Environment, Students
with Disabilities, Institutional Review Board, and Academic Integrity policies can be found at:
http://www4.nau.edu/avpaa/policy1.html
.
NAU POLICY STATEMENTS
Safe Environment Policy
NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy prohibits sexual harassment and assault, and
discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual
Effective Fall 2012
orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status by anyone at this university. Retaliation of any
kind as a result of making a complaint under the policy or participating in an investigation is also
prohibited. The Director of the Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity (AA/EO) serves as the
university’s compliance officer for affirmative action, civil rights, and Title IX, and is the ADA/504
Coordinator. AA/EO also assists with religious accommodations. You may obtain a copy of this policy
from the college dean’s office or from the NAU’s Affirmative Action website nau.edu/diversity/. If you
have questions or concerns about this policy, it is important that you contact the departmental chair,
dean’s office, the Office of Student Life (928-523-5181), or NAU’s Office of Affirmative Action (928)
523-3312 (voice), (928) 523-9977 (fax), (928) 523-1006 (TTD) or aaeo@nau.edu.
Students with Disabilities
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting Disability
Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), dr@nau.edu (e-mail) or 928-523-8747 (fax).
Students needing academic accommodations are required to register with DR and provide required
disability related documentation. Although you may request an accommodation at any time, in order
for DR to best meet your individual needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary
documentation (www.nau.edu/dr) 8 weeks prior to the time you wish to receive accommodations. DR
is strongly committed to the needs of student with disabilities and the promotion of Universal Design.
Concerns or questions related to the accessibility of programs and facilities at NAU may be brought to
the attention of DR or the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (523-3312).
Academic Contact Hour Policy
Based on the Arizona Board of Regents Academic Contact Hour Policy (ABOR Handbook, 2 -224),
for every unit of credit, a student should expect, on average, to do a minimum of three hours of work
per week, including but not limited to class time, preparation, homework, studying.
Academic Integrity
Integrity is expected of every member of the NAU community in all academic undertakings. Integrity
entails a firm adherence to a set of values, and the values most essential to an academic community
are grounded in honesty with respect to all intellectual efforts of oneself and others. Academic
integrity is expected not only in formal coursework situations, but also in all University relationships
and interactions connected to the educational process, including the use of University resources. An
NAU student’s submission of work is an implicit declaration that the work is the student’s own. All
outside assistance should be acknowledged, and the student’s academic contribution truthfully
reported at all times. In addition, NAU students have a right to expect academic integrity from each of
their peers. Individual students and faculty members are responsible for identifying potential
violations of the university’s academic integrity policy Instances of potential violations are adjudicated
using the process found in the university Academic Integrity Policy.
Research Integrity
The Responsible Conduct of Research policy is intended to ensure that NAU personnel including
NAU students engaged in research are adequately trained in the basic principles of ethics in
research. Additionally, this policy assists NAU in meeting the RCR training and compliance
requirements of the National Science Foundation (NSF)-The America COMPETES Act (Creating
Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education and Science); 42 U.S.C
18620-1, Section 7009, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) policy on the instruction of the
RCR (NOT-OD-10-019; “Update on the Requirement for Instruction in the Responsible Conduct of
Research”). For more information on the policy and the training activities required for personnel and
students conducting research, at NAU, visit: http://nau.edu/Research/Compliance/Research-Integrity/.
Sensitive Course Materials
Effective Fall 2012
University education aims to expand student understanding and awareness. Thus, it necessarily
involves engagement with a wide range of information, ideas, and creative representations. In the
course of college studies, students can expect to encounter-and critically appraise-materials that may
differ from and perhaps challenge familiar understandings, ideas, and beliefs. Students are
encouraged to discuss these matters with faculty.
Classroom Disruption Policy
Membership in the academic community places a special obligation on all participants to preserve an
atmosphere conducive to a safe and positive learning environment. Part of that obligation implies the
responsibility of each member of the NAU community to maintain an environment in which the
behavior of any individual is not disruptive. Instructors have the authority and the responsibility to
manage their classes in accordance with University regulations. Instructors have the right and
obligation to confront disruptive behavior thereby promoting and enforcing standards of behavior
necessary for maintaining an atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning. Instructors are
responsible for establishing, communicating, and enforcing reasonable expectation and rules of
classroom behavior. These expectations are to be communicated to students in the syllabus and in
class discussions and activities at the outset of the course. Each student is responsible for behaving
in a manner that supports a positive learning environment and that does not interrupt nor disrupt the
delivery of education by instructors or receipt of education by students, within or outside a class. The
complete classroom disruption policy is in Appendices of NAU’s Student Handbook.
Effective Summer 2014
Approved UCC-1/28/14
Approved UGC-2/12/14
Effective Fall 2012