Physical Geology
EEES 1010- 001
Spring 2011
Room 1049 BOL
9:30-10:45 MW
Mark J. Camp
BOL 3086G
419-530-2398
mark.camp@.utoledo.edu
Office Hrs: 8:30-9:30 MW
Noon-2 M or by appt.
This course fulfills the Natural Science Core Requirement:
 Provides an understanding of the scientific method as it applies to the study of geologic
materials, processes, and concepts.
 Introduces the rationale of geologic time and the time ordering of events through geologic
observations of materials and structures.
 Reviews the basic hypotheses and theories covering the development and changes of
materials and landforms over geologic time.
 Concentrates on the importance of field observation and laboratory experimentation in the
explanation of natural events and materials.
 Presents the relevance of knowledge about geologic materials and processes to world society
and history, betterment of living, and environmental awareness.
Text: Physical Geology Plummer, Carlson & Hammersley (Text is available through UT Bookstore
as electronic version. )
Date
Topic
Reading Assignments
Jan
Introduction
Geologic Materials – Minerals
No class MLK Day
Geologic Materials – Minerals
Geologic Materials -- Igneous Rocks
Geologic Materials – Igneous Rocks Classification
Geologic Materials- Volcanism
Geologic Materials – Volcanism continued
Geologic Materials – Weathering and Soils
Geologic Materials – Sedimentary Rocks
Geologic Materials – Sedimentary Rocks. cont.
Geologic Materials – Metamorphic Rocks
Exam 1 (Chap. 1-7) (30% of final grade)
Geologic Time –relative dating
Geologic Time – absolute dating
Geologic Structure – Folds
No class Spring Break
No class Spring Break
Geologic Structure – Faults
Geologic Processes – Earthquakes
Geologic Processes—Plate Tectonics
Geologic Processes – Plate Tectonics
Exam 2 (Chap. 15, 16, 17, 19) (35% of final grade)
Geologic Processes – Mass Wasting
Geologic Processes – Running Water
Geologic Processes – Running Water
Chap. 1
Chap. 2
10
12
17
19
24
26
31
Feb. 2
7
9
14
16
21
23
28
Mar. 2
7
9
14
16
21
23
28
30
Apr. 4
6
Chap. 2
Chap. 3
Chap. 3
Chap. 4
Chap. 4
Chap. 5
Chap. 6
Chap. 6
Chap. 7
Chap. 8
Chap. 8
Chap. 15
Chap. 15
Chap. 16, 17
Chap. 19
Chap. 19
Chap. 9
Chap. 10
Chap. 10
11
13
18
20
25
27
Geologic Processes – Groundwater
Chap. 11
Geologic Processes –Groundwater
Chap. 11
Geologic Processes – Glaciation
Chap. 12
Geologic Processes – Glaciation cont.
Chap. 12
Geologic Processes – Wind Activity,Arid Landscapes Chap. 13
Geologic Processes – Shorelines
Chap. 14
May 3 Tuesday 10:15-12:15 (Chap. 9-14) (35% of course grade)
Evaluation: Course grade will be determined from performance on three 100 point exams.
Exams will be computer scored, taken from lecture notes, and consist of multiple-choice,
True/False, and fill-in questions. Each exam will be graded on a curve based on class
performance and predetermined grade limits. Exams must be taken as scheduled barring any
unforeseen emergencies or happenings. Academic dishonesty will result in a zero grade on
the respective exam. An additional 2-3 page referenced paper on a subject of geologic interest
chosen by the student and approved by the instructor may be submitted by April 29, 2011 for
extra points in addition to your exam scores. These points will be added to your lowest exam
score. Only one paper may be submitted. Exam review sheets will not be provided; your
lecture notes are your review and a summary of important lecture material for the exams.
Lecture notes will not be posted on-line. A syllabus is available on-line at
http://utoledo.edu/as/envsciences/faculty/camp.html
Classroom Etiquette: During lectures, classroom distractions must be kept to a minimum.
This means talking to others is discouraged; cell phones should be kept in silent mode, etc.
Regular attendance is expected.
More Extra Credit (5 pts. each):
1. Write a paragraph or two giving an example of how geologists use or used the scientific
method involving a topic covered in lecture.
2. Write a paragraph or two showing how uniformitarianism is used in explaining geologic
features, materials, and/or processes.
Due by Monday, March 14, 2011 . You may e-mail ( titled “extra credit”) or drop off in class or
at my office, 3086G BOL.