ERTH 1091
Geology II
Lec 01 selected
ERTH 1091 builds on the earth systems introduced in Geology I and explores them in greater detail. The emphasis is on change through time, earth resources, and on geologic systems that are connected to human actions. This non-lab course provides a strong background to pursue further work in the environmental sciences and is the required course for earth sciences majors.
Sections
Lecture
Lec 01
Tue, Thu 17:35-18:55
From the syllabus
From the Winter 2026 syllabus by Lexie Arnott. Open the PDF
Grading
8%QuizzesWeekly; multiple attempts
5%ReflectionsCompleted in class
10%In-class activitiesBest 90% counted
12%Reading assessments
25%Assignments
15%Midterm tests (2)7.5% each; no make-ups
25%ExamRegistrar-scheduled
Course rules
- Attendance
- Attendance is expected; in-class activities cannot be completed outside class.
- Late work
- Late assignments lose 20% per day; after marks are released, submissions receive zero and are no longer accepted.
- Missed work
- Submit an SDA and email the instructor explaining missed tests or assignments.
- Missed tests
- There are no make-up tests; with an accepted reason, the exam carries a higher value.
- Exam
- No alternate exam dates or accommodations for travel before the scheduled exam.
- Generative AI
- Generative AI and large language models are not permitted for any part of the course.
- Calculators
- Some in-class assessments may require a calculator.
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