previous text: Oceanography: An Introduction to the Planet Oceanus, by Paul Pinet (1992)
may be available from other students and can be used for this course

Instructor: Kevin McCartney (office: 302 Folsum, hours: 10:00-10:45)

Grading

No make-up exams unless a valid excuse is given before the missed test.

(Marine Geology)		grades
Test I	100 pnts	A = 90% (450 pnts)
Test 2	100 pnts	B = 80% (400 pnts)
Test 3	100 pnts	C = 70% (350 pnts)
Final	140 pnts	D = 60% (300 pnts)
6 page (+/-) paper that deals with one concept or term from the book	60 pnts	F < 60% (300 pnts)
Total	500 pnts

A steady improvement in test scores may be used in revising grade upwards. Otherwise, grades will not be curved. Attendance can be taken into account in the case of borderline grades.

If you have a disability and need an accomodation or assistance in this course, please make an appointment to talk with me. If you prefer, you may contact Myrna McGaffin in Student Support Services, South Hall.