What This Document Is
This is a detailed course schedule for Earth and Space Systems Laboratory (Geol 251) at Winthrop University, specifically for the Fall 2013 semester. It outlines the planned progression of topics, assignments, and assessments for the laboratory component of a broader Earth and Space Systems course. This schedule serves as a roadmap for students enrolled in the lab, detailing important dates and expectations throughout the term. It’s a foundational resource for managing coursework and understanding the instructor’s requirements.
Why This Document Matters
This schedule is essential for any student registered in Geol 251. It’s particularly useful at the beginning of the semester to get a comprehensive overview of the workload and key deadlines. Students can use it to proactively plan their study time, identify potentially challenging weeks, and ensure they don’t miss important lab sessions or submission dates. It’s also valuable for understanding the weighting of different assignments towards the final grade. Refer to this schedule frequently to stay organized and on track with the course.
Common Limitations or Challenges
While comprehensive, this schedule is subject to change at the instructor’s discretion. It does not include the specific content *within* each lab session – that information will be delivered during the labs themselves. The schedule also doesn’t provide detailed explanations of the concepts covered in the associated Geol 250 course, which is a co-requisite. It outlines assessment components but doesn’t offer practice questions or solutions.
What This Document Provides
* A week-by-week listing of planned lab topics.
* Important dates for lab notebook submissions.
* Scheduled quiz dates covering key concepts.
* Information regarding course policies, including attendance expectations.
* A breakdown of the grading components and scale.
* Details regarding lab write-up requirements and submission procedures.
* Instructor contact information and office hours.
* Specific Turnitin details for electronic submissions.