Science Department - 100 Level

130. Biology

This course is an introduction to the study of modern biology, centering on concepts of evolution, genetics, and cell theory crucial to understanding the development of life and science of biology. This course aims to provide the student with some comprehension of the visible world, with an appreciation of the connections and interrelatedness of all scientific learning. Readings are chosen from a variety of sources; laboratory work, films, and occasional field work are features of the course.

131. Physical Science

The Physical Science program is designed to integrate both introductory chemistry and physics fundamentals into a five-week class that will enable the student to have a solid grasp of beginning topics. The material covered will include a crash course into math basics such as scientific notation, significant figures, and the use of exponents. Other topics are Atomic Theory and Structure, Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Enthalphy changes in Chemical Reactions, Nomenclature, and Reaction Types. The course will stress the interaction of matter on the atomic and molecular levels and as we look into the structure of the atom and how the subatomic particles interact within the atom and between molecules.

132. Chemistry (Liberal Studies only) -New!

This introductory course offers the student the fundamentals of chemistry and an opportunity to analyze modern environmental and biological problems from a chemical perspective. A conceptual understanding of chemistry is taught through lectures, demonstrations, laboratory experiments, and seminar discussions. Students are introduced to the lab reporting process and practice the skill. Readings are chosen from a variety of sources; laboratory work, films, and occasional field work are features of the course.