Courses - Sciences:

SC 101: Integrated Science I 5 cr.
An integrated approach to science with content centered on important concepts and relevant information. The process of science, organization of matter, energy and resources, and food preservation will be discussed. The course will utilize a combination of inquiry laboratories, small group discussions, and short lectures integrating all areas of science. This course is intended primarily for elementary education majors. A combination of six hours of lecture/laboratory per week.

SC 102: Integrated Science II 5 cr.
Prerequisite: SC 101 or consent of college. An integrated approach to science with content centered on important concepts and relevant information. Radioactivity, alternative energy sources and energy efficiency will be discussed. The course will utilize a combination of inquiry laboratories, small group discussions, and short lectures integrating all areas of science. This course is intended primarily for elementary education majors. A combination of six hours of lecture/laboratory per week.

SC 103: Integrated Science 5 cr.
Prerequisite: SC 102 or consent of college. An integrated approach to science with content centered on important concepts and relevant information. Ecosystem structure and function, organization of life, nutrification, balance and imbalance in ecosystems, and competition within ecosystems will be discussed. The course will utilize a combination of inquiry laboratories, small group discussions, and short lectures integrating all areas of science. This course is intended primarily for elementary education majors. A combination of six hours of lecture/laboratory per week.

SC 485: Contemporary Issues in Science 1 cr.
Prerequisite: Senior standing. An investigation of contemporary issues which affect our society. An open forum for investigating the implications of decisions influenced by scientific realities and possibilities. One hour seminar.

SC 785: Issues in Science Seminar 3 cr.
Prerequisite: Consent of the College. An examination of some of most important recent advances in science and technology and potential impacts. Three hours of lecture.

SC 790: Special Topics in Science 3 cr.
Special topics in Science. May be repeated as topics vary from term to term up to six hours.

SC 795: Independent Study in Science 3 cr.
Independent study in Science. An independent project or study directed by an assigned faculty member.

SC 799: Thesis 3 cr.
Research project carried out under the supervision of assigned faculty member. May be repeated.



Last Revised February 28, 2006