ISC 1003 Basic Information - Northwest Florida State College

NATURAL DISASTERS: ISC 1003, Fall, 2014 Dr. Arthur B. Merkle Phone: (850) 269 – 2780 E – mail : [email protected] Text : Natural Hazards, Keller / DeVecchio, Third Edition. Pearson Prentice Hall. Three Exams: 50 Points each, objective (true/ false, multiple choice). Final Exam: 100 points. (49 points new material, 51 points old material). There are 250 total points in the course. Exam questions are taken from the lecture material. Guaranteed Grades: 90% A 80% B 70% C 60% D 50% F The numerical average of the class should be an average grade which is C. All exams must be taken to pass this course! Electronic devices are not permitted in class during exams! No extra credit! No makeup exams without written proof you could not attend class on exam day! All makeup exams are subjective (written, essay)! All makeup exams will be taken at the Student Services Center, Niceville! If you anticipate a problem, see me in advance! In addition this class is governed by all official policies of Northwest Florida State College. Regarding these policies, refer to your College Catalogue and Student Handbook. Websites containing pertinent information: 1. www.usgs.gov/ (U.S. Geological Survey) 2. www.epa.gov/ (Environmental Protection Agency) 3. www.noaa.gov/ (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration) 4. www.cdc.gov/ (Centers for Disease control) 5. www.nasa.gov/ (National Aeronautics & Space Administration)