This document provides information about a physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The course is Geography 4 and will cover topics like plate tectonics, grid lines, and Santa Ana winds as they relate to Southern California. It meets on Thursdays from 7:00-9:50 PM. Grading will be based on exams, quizzes, maps quizzes, a presentation, and random points. The textbook is required along with materials like a pen and paper. Students will learn about the atmosphere, biosphere, soil, and lithosphere.
This document provides information about a geography lab course including:
- Details about the instructor, class times, location, and contact information.
- Prerequisites, required textbooks and materials.
- Learning outcomes which focus on understanding earth-sun relationships, weather, climate, landforms, and mapping skills.
- Course expectations including weekly lab assignments, exams, and grading criteria.
- Policies on attendance, tardiness, disruptive behavior, and academic honesty.
- Resources for students and an overview of what geography is as a field of study.
This document provides information for a physical geography course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times, required materials and textbooks. The course will cover topics like climate, landforms, soils and vegetation. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes and exams. They will also complete a presentation project. The professor provides resources and contact information to help ensure student success in the course.
This document provides information for a geography lab course including:
- Details about the instructor, their contact information, office hours and the class schedule.
- Prerequisites, required textbooks and additional materials needed for the course.
- The student learning outcomes and course objectives focused on understanding physical geography concepts.
- Expectations for labs, exams, grading criteria and policies on absences, tardiness, disruptions and academic honesty.
- Resources available to support student success and an overview of what geography is as a field of study.
This document provides an overview and syllabus for a physical geography course. It outlines that students will learn about the basic elements of geography, including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. They will examine the relationships between these elements and their worldwide distribution patterns. The course will cover four environmental spheres - the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. Students will take exams, quizzes on textbook chapters and maps, and do a presentation on a physical geography topic. The syllabus details course policies on grading, attendance and academic honesty.
This document provides information for an online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. It outlines the course details, including required textbooks, assignments, grading criteria, and contact information for the professor. Students will study the four environmental spheres of Earth - the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere - and their interactions. Weekly readings, discussions, and quizzes will cover these topics. The course aims to give students a foundational understanding of physical geography concepts and patterns around the world.
This document provides information about a 14-week online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The course will cover basic elements of geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. Students will study these topics and their global patterns. Assignments include weekly discussions, chapter quizzes, map quizzes and four exams. The course aims to give students an understanding of the earth's physical systems and human relationships with the environment.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course objectives which are to introduce students to basic concepts in physical geography including the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. It details required textbooks, exams, quizzes, assignments, and presentations for the course. Students are expected to demonstrate understanding of geographic concepts and the distribution of natural phenomena through map studies. The syllabus emphasizes academic honesty and provides contact information for the professor.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course description, objectives, required materials, grading structure, schedule, assignments and policies. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography, focusing on Earth's four environmental spheres - atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and lithosphere - and their interactions. Students will complete chapter quizzes, exams, map quizzes and a presentation. The grading scale and policies on late work, absences and academic honesty are also summarized.
This document provides information about a geography lab course including:
- Details about the instructor, class times, location, and contact information.
- Prerequisites, required textbooks and materials.
- Learning outcomes which focus on understanding earth-sun relationships, weather, climate, landforms, and mapping skills.
- Course expectations including weekly lab assignments, exams, and grading criteria.
- Policies on attendance, tardiness, disruptive behavior, and academic honesty.
- Resources for students and an overview of what geography is as a field of study.
This document provides information for a physical geography course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times, required materials and textbooks. The course will cover topics like climate, landforms, soils and vegetation. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes and exams. They will also complete a presentation project. The professor provides resources and contact information to help ensure student success in the course.
This document provides information for a geography lab course including:
- Details about the instructor, their contact information, office hours and the class schedule.
- Prerequisites, required textbooks and additional materials needed for the course.
- The student learning outcomes and course objectives focused on understanding physical geography concepts.
- Expectations for labs, exams, grading criteria and policies on absences, tardiness, disruptions and academic honesty.
- Resources available to support student success and an overview of what geography is as a field of study.
This document provides an overview and syllabus for a physical geography course. It outlines that students will learn about the basic elements of geography, including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. They will examine the relationships between these elements and their worldwide distribution patterns. The course will cover four environmental spheres - the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. Students will take exams, quizzes on textbook chapters and maps, and do a presentation on a physical geography topic. The syllabus details course policies on grading, attendance and academic honesty.
This document provides information for an online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. It outlines the course details, including required textbooks, assignments, grading criteria, and contact information for the professor. Students will study the four environmental spheres of Earth - the atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere - and their interactions. Weekly readings, discussions, and quizzes will cover these topics. The course aims to give students a foundational understanding of physical geography concepts and patterns around the world.
This document provides information about a 14-week online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The course will cover basic elements of geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. Students will study these topics and their global patterns. Assignments include weekly discussions, chapter quizzes, map quizzes and four exams. The course aims to give students an understanding of the earth's physical systems and human relationships with the environment.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course objectives which are to introduce students to basic concepts in physical geography including the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. It details required textbooks, exams, quizzes, assignments, and presentations for the course. Students are expected to demonstrate understanding of geographic concepts and the distribution of natural phenomena through map studies. The syllabus emphasizes academic honesty and provides contact information for the professor.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course description, objectives, required materials, grading structure, schedule, assignments and policies. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography, focusing on Earth's four environmental spheres - atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere and lithosphere - and their interactions. Students will complete chapter quizzes, exams, map quizzes and a presentation. The grading scale and policies on late work, absences and academic honesty are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of an online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The summary includes:
1) The course will cover basic elements of physical geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, native life, and their global patterns of distribution. Students will examine interrelationships between these topics.
2) Required textbooks include McKnight's Physical Geography 11th Edition and recommended materials are a world atlas and The Geography Coloring Book.
3) Assignments include weekly postings, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a project. The course is graded on a 960 point scale and students must earn at least 60% to pass.
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This document provides information for a geography lab course including the instructor's contact information, required materials, student learning outcomes, course expectations, grading policy, and class schedule. The lab focuses on investigating and interpreting the physical environment. Students will analyze topics like earth-sun relationships, weather patterns, climate zones, landforms, and more. Labs are to be completed and submitted online weekly along with two exams. The course aims to help students understand physical geography concepts and interrelationships within the earth's systems.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 101 course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The course will introduce students to the basic elements of physical geography, including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres - atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere - and their interactions. The course will include exams, chapter quizzes, map quizzes and a presentation assignment. Students are expected to use required textbooks and complete all assignments to pass the course with a minimum grade of 60%.
This document provides an overview of the syllabus and course information for a physical geography course. It outlines the course details including the instructor's contact information, required textbooks, assignments including exams and quizzes, grading scale, and policies. The course will introduce students to the basic elements of physical geography, studying topics like climate, landforms, soils, and vegetation. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres of Earth and their interactions.
This document provides information for a Physical Geography course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times, required materials, and grading structure. Students will study the four environmental spheres of Earth - atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. The course will involve quizzes, exams, map quizzes, and a presentation. Students are encouraged to use campus resources and services to support their success. The syllabus provides a detailed schedule to help students stay on track.
This document provides an overview of a Geography 10 course at Chaffey College. The course is taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00-3:20 PM in the fall of 2012. The document outlines the course description, student learning outcomes, assignments including quizzes, exams and a project, grading scale, required materials, and class policies.
This document provides information about a geography lab course. It outlines:
- The course details including time, location, credits, and instructor information.
- Required materials including textbooks and additional supplies.
- Student learning outcomes which students will be able to understand and analyze various physical geography concepts.
- Course policies on grading, late work, attendance, and use of online tools for submitting assignments and exams.
This document provides information about a physical geography course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times and location, contact information, and required materials. The course will cover topics like climate, landforms, soils, and vegetation. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and do a presentation. The syllabus provides the grading scale and expectations for assignments, attendance, and late work. Resources are available to help students succeed.
This document provides information for a physical geography course. It outlines the course details including the professor, meeting times, required textbooks, assignments, and grading. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and do a presentation. The course will cover the four environmental spheres of Earth - atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere - and their interactions. Students are expected to access additional resources on the class website and communicate via email with the professor.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 110 course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times, required textbooks, assignments, grading scale, and policies. Students will study the basic elements of physical geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. They will learn about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. The course uses a combination of lectures, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a presentation to evaluate students.
This document provides an overview of the syllabus for a physical geography course. It outlines important details such as the course name, reference number, meeting times, instructor contact information, and a brief description of course topics including climate, landforms, and the relationships between environmental spheres. Requirements include exams, quizzes, a presentation, and textbook readings. Grading criteria and policies on late work, absences, and academic honesty are also summarized.
This document provides information for a geography lab course. It outlines the instructor's contact information, required materials, student learning outcomes, grading policies, course schedule, and expectations. The key points are:
- The class is Geography 101L taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:15-12:20 in Building 30 Room 17.
- Students will complete 10 labs worth 50 points each, 2 exams worth 100 points each, and can earn up to 100 random participation points for a total of 800 possible points.
- The student learning outcomes include analyzing earth-sun relationships, interpreting weather maps, identifying climate categories and landforms, and using
This document provides information about a Physical Geography course. It outlines that the course is taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt, meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00-12:20, and covers topics like plate tectonics, grid lines, and Santa Ana winds. The course will examine the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere and their interactions. Assignments include exams, quizzes, map quizzes, and a presentation. The grading scale and policies are also outlined.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course objectives which are to introduce students to basic concepts in physical geography, including the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. It describes assessments such as exams, quizzes, assignments and a presentation. Students are expected to demonstrate understanding of geographic concepts and the distribution of natural phenomena. The syllabus provides policies and contact information to support student success in the course.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 101 course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The summary includes:
- The course will introduce students to basic concepts in physical geography, including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. Students will examine the relationships between these elements and their global patterns of distribution.
- Required textbooks and materials include McKnight's Physical Geography textbook, a world atlas, and access to internet and Blackboard. Exams, quizzes, a presentation, and map quizzes will be assigned as assessments.
- The goal is for students to gain an understanding of the geographic perspective and better comprehend the distribution of natural phenomena by using maps. Students will
This document outlines the syllabus for a World Regional Geography course, providing information on the class schedule, assignments, grading, and expectations. Major assignments include chapter quizzes, exams, worksheets, presentations, and online postings about different world regions. The course aims to introduce students to the human and physical components of the world's major culture regions.
Intro fall 2015 online physical geographyLisa Schmidt
This document provides an overview of an online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. It includes information about the instructor, course objectives, topics to be covered, required materials, assignments and grading, and the course schedule. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres (atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, lithosphere), their interactions, and patterns of distribution around the world. Assignments include weekly postings, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a research project. The course uses an online platform and textbook.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 101 course. It outlines that students will learn about the basic elements of geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, and plants and animals. It lists required textbooks and materials. The course objectives are to help students understand physical geography concepts like maps and the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. The document details assignments like exams, quizzes, presentations and policies on attendance, late work, and academic honesty.
This document provides information for Professor Lisa Schmidt's Geography 101L lab course. It outlines the course details like time, location, units, and contact information. It lists prerequisites, required textbooks and materials. The student learning outcomes are described as well as what to expect in each class, grading policies, late work policies, and other course guidelines. The document concludes with an overview of what geography is and its key fields and tools.
This document provides information for Professor Lisa Schmidt's Geography 101L lab course. It outlines the course details like time, location, materials needed, and objectives. The course will use labs, exams, and mastery exercises to help students understand earth-sun relationships, weather, climate, landforms, and more. Assignments are due on Blackboard by specified dates. The grading scale, late policy, and expectations for participation, cell phone use, and academic honesty are clearly defined.
The document summarizes the golden ages of China under various dynasties. It discusses the Tang Dynasty which ruled from 618-850 AD and was China's greatest dynasty. The Tang established the civil service exam system and expanded the Grand Canal. It also discusses the Song Dynasty from 960-1279 AD which improved government and developed arts, trade, and inventions like printing, the compass, and gunpowder. The Mongols then conquered China in the 1200s but were later overthrown.
This document contains a water balance diagram and analyses for the Avenal Energy Project. The water balance diagram depicts the conceptual water flow design. Table 2-8-1 provides estimated daily water flow rates in gallons per minute for various plant operating cases, such as hot summer day and cold winter day. The flows correspond to stream numbers on the water balance diagram and consider factors like power block load and chiller/duct burner status.
This document provides an overview of an online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The summary includes:
1) The course will cover basic elements of physical geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, native life, and their global patterns of distribution. Students will examine interrelationships between these topics.
2) Required textbooks include McKnight's Physical Geography 11th Edition and recommended materials are a world atlas and The Geography Coloring Book.
3) Assignments include weekly postings, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a project. The course is graded on a 960 point scale and students must earn at least 60% to pass.
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This document provides information for a geography lab course including the instructor's contact information, required materials, student learning outcomes, course expectations, grading policy, and class schedule. The lab focuses on investigating and interpreting the physical environment. Students will analyze topics like earth-sun relationships, weather patterns, climate zones, landforms, and more. Labs are to be completed and submitted online weekly along with two exams. The course aims to help students understand physical geography concepts and interrelationships within the earth's systems.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 101 course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The course will introduce students to the basic elements of physical geography, including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres - atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere - and their interactions. The course will include exams, chapter quizzes, map quizzes and a presentation assignment. Students are expected to use required textbooks and complete all assignments to pass the course with a minimum grade of 60%.
This document provides an overview of the syllabus and course information for a physical geography course. It outlines the course details including the instructor's contact information, required textbooks, assignments including exams and quizzes, grading scale, and policies. The course will introduce students to the basic elements of physical geography, studying topics like climate, landforms, soils, and vegetation. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres of Earth and their interactions.
This document provides information for a Physical Geography course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times, required materials, and grading structure. Students will study the four environmental spheres of Earth - atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. The course will involve quizzes, exams, map quizzes, and a presentation. Students are encouraged to use campus resources and services to support their success. The syllabus provides a detailed schedule to help students stay on track.
This document provides an overview of a Geography 10 course at Chaffey College. The course is taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00-3:20 PM in the fall of 2012. The document outlines the course description, student learning outcomes, assignments including quizzes, exams and a project, grading scale, required materials, and class policies.
This document provides information about a geography lab course. It outlines:
- The course details including time, location, credits, and instructor information.
- Required materials including textbooks and additional supplies.
- Student learning outcomes which students will be able to understand and analyze various physical geography concepts.
- Course policies on grading, late work, attendance, and use of online tools for submitting assignments and exams.
This document provides information about a physical geography course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times and location, contact information, and required materials. The course will cover topics like climate, landforms, soils, and vegetation. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and do a presentation. The syllabus provides the grading scale and expectations for assignments, attendance, and late work. Resources are available to help students succeed.
This document provides information for a physical geography course. It outlines the course details including the professor, meeting times, required textbooks, assignments, and grading. Students will take chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and do a presentation. The course will cover the four environmental spheres of Earth - atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere - and their interactions. Students are expected to access additional resources on the class website and communicate via email with the professor.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 110 course. It outlines important details like the professor, class times, required textbooks, assignments, grading scale, and policies. Students will study the basic elements of physical geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. They will learn about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. The course uses a combination of lectures, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a presentation to evaluate students.
This document provides an overview of the syllabus for a physical geography course. It outlines important details such as the course name, reference number, meeting times, instructor contact information, and a brief description of course topics including climate, landforms, and the relationships between environmental spheres. Requirements include exams, quizzes, a presentation, and textbook readings. Grading criteria and policies on late work, absences, and academic honesty are also summarized.
This document provides information for a geography lab course. It outlines the instructor's contact information, required materials, student learning outcomes, grading policies, course schedule, and expectations. The key points are:
- The class is Geography 101L taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:15-12:20 in Building 30 Room 17.
- Students will complete 10 labs worth 50 points each, 2 exams worth 100 points each, and can earn up to 100 random participation points for a total of 800 possible points.
- The student learning outcomes include analyzing earth-sun relationships, interpreting weather maps, identifying climate categories and landforms, and using
This document provides information about a Physical Geography course. It outlines that the course is taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt, meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:00-12:20, and covers topics like plate tectonics, grid lines, and Santa Ana winds. The course will examine the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere and their interactions. Assignments include exams, quizzes, map quizzes, and a presentation. The grading scale and policies are also outlined.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course objectives which are to introduce students to basic concepts in physical geography, including the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. It describes assessments such as exams, quizzes, assignments and a presentation. Students are expected to demonstrate understanding of geographic concepts and the distribution of natural phenomena. The syllabus provides policies and contact information to support student success in the course.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 101 course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The summary includes:
- The course will introduce students to basic concepts in physical geography, including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. Students will examine the relationships between these elements and their global patterns of distribution.
- Required textbooks and materials include McKnight's Physical Geography textbook, a world atlas, and access to internet and Blackboard. Exams, quizzes, a presentation, and map quizzes will be assigned as assessments.
- The goal is for students to gain an understanding of the geographic perspective and better comprehend the distribution of natural phenomena by using maps. Students will
This document outlines the syllabus for a World Regional Geography course, providing information on the class schedule, assignments, grading, and expectations. Major assignments include chapter quizzes, exams, worksheets, presentations, and online postings about different world regions. The course aims to introduce students to the human and physical components of the world's major culture regions.
Intro fall 2015 online physical geographyLisa Schmidt
This document provides an overview of an online physical geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. It includes information about the instructor, course objectives, topics to be covered, required materials, assignments and grading, and the course schedule. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres (atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, lithosphere), their interactions, and patterns of distribution around the world. Assignments include weekly postings, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a research project. The course uses an online platform and textbook.
This document provides an overview of the Physical Geography 101 course. It outlines that students will learn about the basic elements of geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, and plants and animals. It lists required textbooks and materials. The course objectives are to help students understand physical geography concepts like maps and the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere. The document details assignments like exams, quizzes, presentations and policies on attendance, late work, and academic honesty.
This document provides information for Professor Lisa Schmidt's Geography 101L lab course. It outlines the course details like time, location, units, and contact information. It lists prerequisites, required textbooks and materials. The student learning outcomes are described as well as what to expect in each class, grading policies, late work policies, and other course guidelines. The document concludes with an overview of what geography is and its key fields and tools.
This document provides information for Professor Lisa Schmidt's Geography 101L lab course. It outlines the course details like time, location, materials needed, and objectives. The course will use labs, exams, and mastery exercises to help students understand earth-sun relationships, weather, climate, landforms, and more. Assignments are due on Blackboard by specified dates. The grading scale, late policy, and expectations for participation, cell phone use, and academic honesty are clearly defined.
The document summarizes the golden ages of China under various dynasties. It discusses the Tang Dynasty which ruled from 618-850 AD and was China's greatest dynasty. The Tang established the civil service exam system and expanded the Grand Canal. It also discusses the Song Dynasty from 960-1279 AD which improved government and developed arts, trade, and inventions like printing, the compass, and gunpowder. The Mongols then conquered China in the 1200s but were later overthrown.
This document contains a water balance diagram and analyses for the Avenal Energy Project. The water balance diagram depicts the conceptual water flow design. Table 2-8-1 provides estimated daily water flow rates in gallons per minute for various plant operating cases, such as hot summer day and cold winter day. The flows correspond to stream numbers on the water balance diagram and consider factors like power block load and chiller/duct burner status.
Hydrologic cycle and field water balance dathan cs
The document discusses the hydrologic cycle and field water balance. It provides details on:
1) The hydrologic cycle, which describes the circulation of water between the atmosphere, land, oceans and biosphere through processes like evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.
2) Components of the hydrologic cycle like green water, blue water, infiltration, recharge, and groundwater flow.
3) The field water balance accounts for all water inputs, outputs, and storage within a soil area over a period of time based on the law of conservation of mass. It considers precipitation, runoff, evapotranspiration, and changes in water storage.
The water budget, or water balance, of a drainage basin shows the relationship between precipitation, evapotranspiration, surface runoff, and changes in water storage. It is often expressed as an equation where precipitation equals surface runoff plus evapotranspiration plus or minus changes in storage. The water budget is useful for hydrologists to understand water surplus and deficit, and to plan for potential water shortages or recharge after deficit. A water budget graph illustrates surplus when precipitation exceeds evapotranspiration and deficit when the reverse is true.
This document provides information about the hydrological cycle and water budget. It begins with the objectives of understanding water sources and the hydrological cycle components of evaporation, precipitation, infiltration, runoff and subsurface flow. It then discusses the global water resources and usage, including increasing population growth. The bulk of the document defines and explains the various components of the hydrological cycle, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation types, interception, infiltration, subsurface flow, runoff and storage. It provides an example water balance equation and long-term water balance calculation. Finally, it briefly discusses the global water cycle and a typical hydrological cycle for the UAE.
The document discusses water balance analysis and provides an overview of key concepts related to the hydrologic cycle and water balance. It defines water balance as calculating total precipitation input and outputs for an area. The hydrologic cycle and water balance principles are then applied to discuss the unsaturated zone, including soil moisture storage, infiltration, and subsurface water flow. Key terms like field capacity, wilting point, and available soil moisture are explained in the context of the unsaturated zone water balance.
This document provides information about a Physical Geography course taught by Professor Lisa Schmidt. The course will cover the basic elements of geography including climate, landforms, water, soils, plants and animals. It will examine the relationships between these elements and their global patterns of distribution. The course will use required textbooks and materials. Students will complete chapter quizzes, map quizzes, exams, and a presentation for grading. Professor Schmidt provides her contact information and office hours. The course schedule outlines topics to be covered each week.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It includes information about the instructor, class times and location, learning outcomes, required materials, assignments and grading scale. Key topics to be covered include the four environmental spheres (atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, lithosphere), their interactions, and human impacts on the physical environment. Assessment will consist of exams, quizzes, a presentation, and map studies to evaluate students' understanding of these physical geography concepts.
This course introduces students to basic concepts in physical geography. Topics covered include the atmosphere, climate, biosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and landforms. Students will learn about the four environmental spheres and how they interact. The course requires two textbooks, internet access, and a world atlas. Students will take 14 chapter quizzes, 5 map quizzes, and 4 exams. They will also complete a presentation. The course aims to provide an understanding of geographic perspectives and natural processes.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course description, objectives, required materials, schedule, assignments, and policies. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography, with an emphasis on Earth's physical systems and human interactions with the environment. Topics will include the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. Assessments will include exams, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, and a research project.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course description, objectives, topics to be covered including the four spheres of Earth, tools used, assignments including exams, quizzes and a presentation, grading scale, attendance policy, academic honesty policy, and contact information for the professor. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography and examine natural Earth processes and systems as well as human-environment interactions.
This document provides information for Professor Lisa Schmidt's Physical Geography course. It outlines details like the course reference number, meeting time on Tuesdays from 6:00-8:50 PM, and contact information. The document summarizes that the course will cover basic physical geography elements like climate, landforms, water, soils, and their global patterns. Students will study the four environmental spheres of atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. The course involves exams, quizzes, map quizzes, a presentation, and participation points for the final grade.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course description, objectives, required materials, schedule, grading structure, and policies. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography, with an emphasis on Earth's physical systems and human interactions with the environment. Topics will include the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. Assessment will include exams, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, and a research paper.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course description, objectives, materials, schedule, assignments, and policies. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography, with an emphasis on Earth's physical systems and human interactions with the environment. Topics will include the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere. Assessments will include exams, chapter quizzes, map quizzes, and a research project.
This document provides information for a physical geography course titled Geography 110 at Chaffey College. It outlines important details about the course including the professor, Lisa Schmidt, meeting times on MTWTh from 4-6:25pm, required and recommended textbooks, course objectives to understand physical geography concepts, assignments including exams, quizzes, and a presentation, policies on late work, absences, and academic honesty, and contact information for the professor. The course will cover topics in physical geography including the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and how they interact across Earth's surface.
This document outlines the syllabus for a physical geography course. It provides details about the course including the instructor, what geography is, fields and branches of geography, topics that will be covered, required materials, and course objectives and structure. The course will introduce students to concepts in physical geography, covering topics like the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere. Students will learn about environmental spheres and their interactions. The course will include chapter quizzes, exams, map quizzes, and a presentation assignment. Grading and policies around attendance, late work, and academic honesty are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of a physical geography course. It outlines the course objectives, required materials, grading scale, assignments including exams, quizzes, presentations and extra credit opportunities. The professor provides contact information and notes that the schedule and topics are tentative and may be subject to change. Students are expected to learn about the basic elements of geography including climate, landforms, water, soils and plants and animals and their global patterns of distribution.
This document outlines the syllabus for a World Regional Geography course. It provides an overview of the course objectives, which include introducing students to global issues and regional analysis, developing map skills, and improving analytical abilities. It also details required textbooks, assignments like presentations, chapter quizzes, exams, and a group project. Grading criteria, class policies on late work and absences, and information on Blackboard, extra credit and academic honesty are also summarized.
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2. Information
Professor Lisa Schmidt
Section 86545
7:00 to 9:50 PM Thursday
CHMB 246
E-mail: ProfessorLisaS@gmail.com
Office Hours: By Appointment/Before/After Class
(909) 652-7090 Voice Mail
(760) 440-8977 Text or Voice Mail
http://schmidtphysicalgeography.wikispaces.com
3. Student Learning Outcomes
Geography 4 students will be able to
recognize and identify Plate Tectonic Theory
and its impact on Southern California.
Students will be able to identify earth’s major
grid lines.
Students will be able to understand and
describe why and how Santa Ana winds form
in Southern California.
4. Introduction
Welcome to Geography 4, Physical
Geography.
In this class you will learn the basic elements
of geography.
We will study climate, landforms, water, soils,
native animal life and vegetation,
We will examine the interrelationships
between these things and we will look at their
patterns of distribution throughout the world.
5. Textbooks
Required
McKnight’s Physical
Geography
Hess & Tasa
ISBN-13: 978-0321820433
Recommended
Goode’s World Atlas
ISBN 0-528-65000-3
Or any recent World Atlas that
contains physical maps
Recommended
The Geography Coloring Book
Wynn Kapit
978-0131014725
6. Alternate Texts
You may also use
Physical
Geography: A
Landscape
Appreciation by
McKnight and Hess
9th
edition
ISBN 978-0-13-
223901-1
http://schmidtphysicalgeography.wikispaces.com/Textbooks
A list of other texts is available on the class web page.
9. Course Description
The goal of this course is
to introduce students to
basic concepts in
physical geography…
Since it is an introductory
course, it is assumed
students have little or no
background in physical
geography.
Atmosphere
Atmospheric Processes
Weather
Climate
Biosphere
Soil
Vegetation
Hydrosphere
Landforms
Lithosphere
10. Course Description
Emphasis is on the processes driving
physical systems on Earth, interactions
between physical systems, and human
interaction with the physical environment.
11. Course Objectives
You will gain an understanding of the geographic
perspective within natural and environmental sciences,
including place, space, map scale, map projection,
spatial connection, and spatial diffusion.
You will better understand how to use maps, in
particular, the geographic distribution of natural
phenomena.
You will learn about the four environmental spheres,
atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and lithosphere,
and how they interact across the surface of the Earth. In
particular, you will learn the role of humankind within the
environment.
12. Assignments
and
Grading Scale
Note: You must earn at least
60% to pass this class. You
may be dropped for falling below
60%. Please refer to your syllabus.
4 Exams 100 points each =
400 points
14 Chapter Quizzes 10 points
each = 140 points
5 Map Quizzes 25 points each
= 125 points
1 Presentation/Video = 100
points
Random Points = 100 Possible
Total Points Possible = 865
13. Chapter Quizzes
There will be a quiz for each chapter
in the textbook.
Quizzes will be posted on Moodle at the
end of each chapter, check the class
schedule.
Quizzes will be due one week after they
are posted by 6:30 PM.
There will be 14 quizzes.
The format will be multiple choice,
true/false, and or matching.
Quiz questions may be used on
exams.
You will want to take notes from your
quizzes and study them.
14. Map Quizzes
We will study the physical features of
Earth.
You MUST bring your atlas to class on
map study nights.
Colored pens or pencils will be helpful.
You will have five map quizzes.
North America 25 points
South America 25 points
Europe 25 points
Asia 25 points
Africa 25 points
Total 125 points
Maps quizzes will be on Moodle too!
You get one week, two chances, close at 6:30
PM the next week.
15. Exams
There will be four exams.
Exams will be given using Moodle-just like quizzes.
They will open at the end of class, and close at 6:30 PM the next
week.
The format will be multiple choice, true and false, essay,
and/or matching.
Each exam will be worth 100 points.
The final exam will be cumulative.
A study guide will be available for each exam.
You get one chance to take exams.
16. Presentation
You are required to give a presentation for this class.
You will be able to choose from a list of topics.
Presentations must be 5 minutes long.
Presentations may be done in groups or alone-groups
require instructor approval.
You may make a video as an alternative-videos require
instructor approval too.
Schedule: Note you must go on your scheduled day or
you will lose points.
See the class web site for paper details:
http://schmidtphysicalgeography.wikispaces.com/
17. Random Points
At any time a pop quiz, exit question,
attendance check, worksheet or other
activity may be given. Your attendance is
necessary to receive these points.
I will also use random points to grade
parts of your project-picking your topic,
finding your sources, and answering the
five questions.
18. Note About Points
It takes at least 60% to pass this class, a
score of 59% or below is failing. I reserve
the right to drop you from the class at any
time your grade drops below 60% of the
total points possible.
19. Graded Work
It is your responsibility to pick up graded
work.
You should keep all of your graded work
until you receive your final grade.
Not only for this class but all of your classes!
All graded work will be held for 30 days
after the end of the semester then
discarded.
20. Absences and Tardiness
I reserve the right to drop students who miss class twice.
If you have to miss class, you should stay in contact with me.
You may be dropped for excessive tardiness.
Coming in late is disruptive to your classmates.
If you are going to be late, come in quietly and take a seat
WITHOUT interrupting lecture.
Excessive tardiness is being more than five minutes late three
times.
If you miss class, it is your responsibility to obtain notes,
or ANY other information, including schedule changes.
21. Extra Credit
Some extra credit may be assigned
throughout the semester.
It will be announced in class and you must
be present in order to take advantage of it.
22. Late Work / Exams / Quizzes
Late work is not accepted unless
you have written documentation
proving a legitimate reason for
being late.
Unless you have documentation
exams or quizzes missed on
Moodle WILL NOT be reopened.
23. Dropping
If you decide to drop, you must do it
formally.
If you stop coming to class, I have no way
of knowing if you want to drop or receive
and F.
I will give F’s, it is your responsibility to drop.
24. Academic Honesty
Cheating of any kind will not be tolerated.
Any incidences of cheating or plagiarism will
be reported to the deans office.
Please refer to Chaffey College’s policy on
academic honesty.
25. Cell Phones and Texting
Use of cell phones for talking or
texting during class is
inappropriate because it is
distracting to your classmates.
If you need to use your phone, go
outside.
Phones should be set to silent
mode when in class.
Cell phone use for geography and
for studying is encouraged.
26. Disabilities Programs and
Services
If you need accommodations for this
course, please see me after class.
If you have or think you may have a
disability that might affect your
performance in this course, please
contact the office of Disabled Students
Programs and Services at (909) 652-
6379, or go see them at CCE 14.
27. Moodle
Moodle will be used for this class.
You will take your tests and quizzes on
Moodle.
http://moodle2.chaffey.edu/
If you have questions about Moodle, stay after
class, I am here to help.
28. Class Web Page
A web page has been created for this
class.
You can access it at:
http://schmidtphysicalgeography.wikispace
s.com/
You will find PowerPoint's, maps, videos,
study guides and more on the class web
page.
29. Contact Information
The best way to reach me is by e-mail.
My e-mail address is:
ProfessorLisaS@gmail.com
I have a mailbox on the Chino campus and in
Zimmerman Hall on the main campus.
My school voice mail is (909) 652-7090
You may text me at (760) 440-8977 and you
may also leave a voice mail at this number.
This is a Google Voice number that I check with my
tablet, so you may not get an immediate response.
30. Note
All dates, topics, points totals, and
assignments are tentative.
I reserve the right to make changes
should it become necessary during the
semester.
31. Disruptive Behavior
You may be asked to leave class if you
are disruptive to the learning process of
others.
For example, talking during lecture or
during your classmates presentations.
If you are asked to leave, you may be
suspended from the next class as well, if
disciplinary action is taken.
33. For Your Success
There are many resources on your campus. Computers are
available for student use in the library. The Success Centers
offer a wide range of services including tutoring and workshops.
There is a Student Health Center on the campus to help you
with your physical and mental health needs. Guidance
counselors are available too. Take advantage of the service
available to you and if you have questions, ASK!
34. Services Available at Chaffey College
Admissions and Records
Bookstore
CALWORKS Department
Child Development Center
College Catalog
Counseling Center
Disability Programs and
Services
Distance Education
Extended Opportunity
Programs and Services
(EOPS)
Financial Aid
Honors Program
International Students
Program
Library
Student Activities
Student Ambassador Program
Student Health Services
Study Abroad
Success Centers
Transfer Center
Veterans Center
Workforce Preparedness
Center
Writing Center
35. Note the Quotes
I put ten quotes in your syllabus.
You can earn 5 points of extra credit
by identifying the source of the quote-
who said it, and why that person is
important.
Write your answers down and turn
them in by May 12th.
36. What is Geography?
The scientific study of the Earth's surface
and its various climates, countries,
peoples, and natural resources.
37. Fields of Geography
Human or Cultural Geography
Deals with social, economic, and behavioral
processes
Physical Geography
Examines the natural processes occurring at
Earth’s surface that provide the physical
setting for human activities
39. Branches of Human Geography
Cultural Geography
Developmental Geography
Economic Geography
Medical Geography
Historical Geography
Political Geography
Population Geography
Demography
Transportation Geography
Urban Geography
40. What we will be studying…
Four great physical realms or
spheres of Earth
Atmosphere
The gaseous layer that
surrounds the earth
Lithosphere
The outermost solid layer
of the Earth
Hydrosphere
The liquid realm of the
Earth
Biosphere
Encompasses all living
organisms of the Earth
41. What we will be studying
The atmosphere
Atmospheric processes
Weather and Climate
The Biosphere
Soil
Vegetation
Hydrosphere
Tectonic Processes
Volcanic Processes
42. Tools Geographers Use
Maps
Paper representations of space showing point, line, or area data
Or more simply put, locations, connections, and regions
Remote Sensing
Aircraft or spacecraft provide images of earth’s surface
GIS or Geographic Information Systems
Powerful computer mapmaking software connected to data bases
Mathematical Modeling and Statistics
Used to understand natural and human phenomenon