SCI - Science

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 basic chemistry of living things, the structure and function of cells, cell metabolism, photosynthesis and respiration, cell division, classical and molecular genetics, evolution, and ecology. This course explores the relevance of basic biological concepts to many aspects of daily life and society. This course also includes lab activities which apply biological concepts through scientific inquiry. 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 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 students to the effects of human population growth, urbanization, extraction and recovery of resources, modern agriculture, and industrialization on ecosystem health. Students discuss issues of climate change, sustainability and economic development, preservation of biological diversity, and environmental policy and ethics. This course incorporates integrated lab assignments, which may require use of mobile device/phone cameras or similar technology Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

This course examines infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses or protozoa. The course includes the basic biology of microorganisms, how they differ, and how they cause disease. The transmission of diseases and their global spread is emphasized. This is a laboratory course. Pre-requisite(s): SCI 102 or equivalent. Co-requisite(s): SCI 306L. 5 quarter hours