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Physical science is the branch of natural science that studies non-living systems, in contrast to life sciences. This course will provide students with an understanding of physics, chemistry, and earth science. Students will explore what makes Earth habitable, what the chemical nature of life is, and what basic fundamental physics principles are involved in motion and waves. By the end of this class, students will be able to identify basic scientific terminology and concepts in each area of physical science. Methods of data collection, measurements, analysis, and problem-solving are emphasized. The class time is split between the classroom and online work, some in an adaptive learning environment. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course is a survey of the basic principles of biology including: the basic chemistry of living things, the structure and function of cells, the organization of complex tissues, cell metabolism and respiration, cell membrane transport, bioenergetics, cell division, molecular and classical genetics, biodiversity, evolution, and ecology. This course explores the relevance of basic biological concepts to many aspects of daily life, human health, and society. It includes the latest information and current research, which students will be exploring to learn more about their connections to each other and the world around them.

This is the co-requisite lab class to SCI 102. It is completely online and asynchronous, with interactive virtual activities and simulations that will allow students to explore a wide range of biological principles and concepts including cell and molecular biology, form and function, genetics and heredity, evolution, and ecology. Central to their journey will be study of science as a process and the development of scientific inquiry skills and evidence-based decision-making. This course will introduce students to science as an organized process and illustrate its value in research, their everyday lives, and society at large.

This is a general education laboratory life science class that investigates the relationship between biology and environmental science. It examines the basic principles of environmental biology, including biodiversity, evolution, population biology, ecology, water and land resources, pollution, food and agriculture, renewable energy, and climate change. This course is framed around sustainability and explores the relevance of basic environmental biology concepts to many aspects of daily life and society. This course also includes lab activities which apply content through scientific inquiry. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course introduces the core concepts and basic principles in microbiology, examining microorganisms and how they interact with humans and the environment. Information regarding classification of microorganisms, characteristics of different cell types and processes critical for cell survival will be discussed. Pre-requisite(s): SCI 112. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

A virtual laboratory component designed to complement lecture topics provides the foundation of general microbiology necessary for students who are interested in health professions. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): SCI 111. 2 quarter hours

This course provides an introduction to general chemistry, including an overview of chemical reactions and the basic chemical properties of matter, solution and gases. Elements of organic and biochemistry include the review of families of simple organic molecules and simple sugars, the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions and the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours