SCI 2610 - Integrated Natural Science I

3(1 + 4)

Prerequisite: Minimum performance standard scores on reading and writing preassessment tests and MTH 1080 or MTH 1610 or equivalent, or Permission of instructor; and either ENG 1010 or completion of the Level I General Studies Communication requirement

This interdisciplinary course investigates the integrated nature of scientific knowledge and explores the common foundations of the physical sciences. The focus of this first course, in a two-course sequence, is on the primary content areas of physics and chemistry with extensions to astronomy, earth system science, and biology. This course develops operational and reasoning skills in the sciences through a student-centered, cooperative-inquiry approach to learning and instruction using a combined laboratory/classroom/field lecture format.Three field trips are required(General Studies—Level II, Natural Science)