ERTH 3700
Earth Resources
Lec 01 selected
This course addresses the question: What do we need to know and understand about the nature and distribution of geologic resources to optimally reconcile mineral extraction with society’s needs, considerations of the environment, and the sustainable development goals in a more sustainable, geoethical, and balanced approach, through the 21st century.
Sections
Lecture
Lec 01
Wed 17:35-20:25
From the syllabus
From the Winter 2025 syllabus by Grant Wach. Open the PDF
Grading
5%ParticipationThroughout semester
15%DebateApril 1, in class
20%In-class assignments (8)4 exercises and 4 quizzes; one may be waived
20%Final examApril 3, in class; one hour
40%Term paperFebruary 27 at 8:35 AM
Course rules
- Attendance
- Attendance at scheduled lectures is mandatory; contact the instructor before class if you will be absent.
- Missed assignments
- Arrange missed in-class work with the instructor; rescheduling must occur during the assignment week.
- Quizzes
- Quizzes must be completed in class and cannot be completed at home.
- Waiver
- You may waive one in-class assignment during the semester.
- Late work
- Term papers lose 10% per day or part of a day late, with no exceptions.
- Term paper
- The term paper must be completed independently.
- AI use
- AI use is strongly discouraged; discuss potential use with the instructor.
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