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19 Courses Matching Search "SCI"

SCI101L - Fundamentals of Science Lab (0 cr.)

Liberal arts.

SCI112 - BodyWorks: Heart Disease (1 cr.)

A multidisciplinary approach integrating biological, chemical and public health concepts related to heart disease. Topics covered include: basic heart anatomy, ions important for proper heart function, the electrical system of the heart, risk factors, contributing factors, disease states found in the heart, treatment options, and ideas for heart disease prevention. (Fall). Liberal arts.

SCI120 - Science in Everyday Life - How Things Work (4 cr.)

An introduction to classical physical science with applications in the arts, sports, and the environment that is specifically directed toward how common devices and processes work. In the laboratory, students will perform activities that are useful in everyday life. (Fall/Spring). Liberal arts.

SCI188 - Renewable Energy Fundamentals (4 cr.)

An introduction to the use of renewable energy processes and devices for everyday living. Practical evaluations of passive and active solar thermal and electrical systems, biomass conversion, wind power, heat pumps, fuel cells and energy conservation for residential and transportation use. (Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: Completion of GE math requirement.

SCI188L - Solar Home Design Lab (0 cr.)

(Fall).

SCI199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. (Spring, Fall).

SCI207 - Organic Farming (3 cr.)

The application of science, humanities, business and appropriate technologies to the design and management of sustainable organic farming systems. A holistic approach to agriculture and agricultural development based on traditional, alternative, and local farming. Linking ecology, socio-economics and culture to sustain organic production, farming communities, and environmental health. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.

SCI299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.

SCI361 - The Evolution of Scientific Thought (3 cr.)

A course designed to give students an understanding of the nature of science and scientific thought; its philosophical assumptions; its logical structure; aspects of its history, development and impact on Western and World culture. Examples will be taken from astronomy, physics, chemistry, biology and geology. (Spring). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: completion of the Distributive Requirement in science.

SCI399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. (Spring).

SCI430 - Science Teaching Methods 7-12 (3 cr.)

Designed to prepare pre-service intermediate and commencement teacher candidates to become competent science teachers who can guide and facilitate interactions to meet the learning needs of diverse populations of students. Course is intended for Adolescence Education (7-12) majors in biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. Issues, strategies, and resources for science teaching will be examined through individual and group work involving class projects, peer teaching and authentic presentations. Students will be expected to begin to develop a professional portfolio, use self-reflection, and peer review to refine work. (Fall). Prerequisites: one of the following: PHY314, BIO304, BIO305, CHE240, CHE242, GEL101, or POI; junior standing.

SCI496 - Teaching Practicum (3 cr.)

A supervised teaching experience giving interested students the opportunity to create, construct, and administer laboratory experiments in physics under the guidance of an experienced faculty member. Students will also perform supervised peer evaluation in a variety of circumstances. (Spring, Fall). Liberal arts. Prerequisites: Students must have received a B or better in the course they are serving as teaching aids, and they should be determined to be superior students, qualified to perform the necessary activities, by the instructor in charge.

SCI499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.

SCI504 - Professional Science Internship (3 to 6 cr.)

Specialized graduate level course for the Professional Science Master's (PSM) program. Application of science and organizational skills in an internship setting for PSM degree candidates. Advanced writing of an internship proposal and final report. Each student will give an oral presentation as part of the internship requirements. (Fall). Prerequisites: graduate student standing in the M.S. Natural Science Professional Science Masters program or POI.

SCI505 - Graduate Seminar in Natural Science (1 to 2 cr.)

Graduate-level seminar. Specialized topics in science. Topics vary with instructor and semester but potential subjects include genetics, bioinformatics, landscape ecology, global climate change, advanced concepts in biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, and others. Advanced concepts will be developed through reading original research papers and interactive discussions led by graduate students. (Spring). Prerequisite: Graduate Student Standing.

SCI510 - Research Methods (3 cr.)

Specialized graduate-level research methods course. Introduction to research methods and proposal development for master's thesis work. Advanced writing of the required thesis proposal for a master's in natural science degree. Each student will give an oral presentation and submit a written master's research proposal. (Spring). Prerequisite: Graduate Student Standing.

SCI530 - Science Teaching Methods (7-12) (3 cr.)

Prepares adolescence teacher candidates to become competent science teachers meeting the learning needs of diverse students using the standards of the National Science Teachers Association and the New York State Education Department. Intended for Masters of Science in Teaching Adolescence Education (7-12) candidates in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Physics. Issues, strategies, and resources for science teaching will be examined through class projects, peer teaching and authentic laboratory presentations. Preparation of a curricular budget, advanced topics in assessment and rubric development, and design and assessment of science laboratory learning experiences to meet New York State Standards will be emphasized. Students develop a professional portfolio using self-reflection and peer review. (Fall). Prerequisites: Graduate or senior standing; PHY314, or BIO304, or BIO305, or CHE240, or CHE242, or GEL310, or GEL102 or POI.

SCI594 - Applied Graduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)

Research project undertaken in connection with an internship or practicum experience, under the supervision of a faculty sponsor. Written report required. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.

SCI599 - Independent Study (1 to 12 cr.)

Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean. (Fall).

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