NTSC 112 - Contemporary Physical Science

Institution:

Benedictine University

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Description:

A physical science laboratory course that includes the study of key principles of physics through the investigation of a real world problem (or problems). Topics include displacement, velocity, acceleration, force, momentum, work, energy, electricity, thermodynamics, optics, and modern physics. By working and studying within the context of the "real world" problem, students learn how scientific principles are used and applied in everyday life. They also come to understand how advancements in these principles influence "problem solving" paradigms in science and technology. The course facilitates the students? understanding of the Scientific Method by utilizing "hands-on science" and "inquiry based" laboratory experiments. Spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ben.edu

Phone Number:

(630) 829-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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