Science

Courses

SCI 100: Freshman Seminar

Class Program
Credits 1
Students will explore specific career goals and map their path to success. Students will learn study habits specific to science courses and participate in teambuilding activities to engage with others in their major as a resource for learning.
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.

SCI 110: Introduction to Earth Science

Class Program
Credits 4
An introduction to astronomy, oceanography, geology, and meteorology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required of all teacher education students.
Core Tags
LS
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

SCI 114: Scientific Ethics

Class Program
Credits 3

Application of scientific principles and scientific method to problems and decisions confronting society. Students will study major ethical and moral issues and their application in science. Students will study the historical development and perspectives of science. Designed for the non-major. Three lecture hours per week.

Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

SCI 120: Introduction to Physical Science

Class Program
Credits 4
A survey of chemistry and physics of the natural world. Topics include properties of matter, elements, the Periodic Table, chemical reactions, forces, Newton’s Laws of Motion, time-distance relationships, energy, electricity, magnetism, and sound. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Required of all Elementary Education majors.
Core Tags
LS
Prerequisites
100 Level MAT or 200 Level MAT
Semester Offered
Offered every semester.

SCI 200: Sophomore Seminar

Class Program
Credits 1
Students will learn to prepare a cover letter and build a preliminary resume. Students will search and apply for grants, research opportunities (REU), and internships.
Semester Offered
Offered at departmental discretion.

SCI 321: Methods of Teaching Secondary Science

Class Program
Credits 3
Practical training in the teaching of science on the secondary level. Emphasis will be on the current types and patterns of science programs that adhere to the National Science Education Standards for teachers and for grades 9-12. Topics will include discussion of teaching strategies, laboratory management, planning for instruction, demonstrations, and laboratory experiences involving inquiry. The use of technology in the classroom and laboratory will be emphasized. Various types of assessment as well as safety and health responsibility will be discussed. Three lecture hours per week. 30 hours of field experience with a certified science teacher will be required. Required for teacher certification in the natural sciences.
Prerequisites
BIO 121, CHE 114, EDU 300, and successful admission to the Teacher Education Program
Semester Offered
Offered as needed.