LSSCI 200 - Science and Society

Institution:

Neumann University

Subject:

SCIENCE

Description:

The effects of the natural sciences and technology on the individual and contemporary society are examined in this course as students explore the sciences and their relationships to social, political, and economic issues. Areas of study vary each semester. Topics of study may include such biological topics as genetics, population, health issues, or ecology; or such physical science areas as physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology, and astronomy. This broad view of science and its impact on society incorporates methods of scientific inquiry and problem-solving techniques through which specific topics are investigated, developed, connected, and applied to both the individual and contemporary society. Relationships between the science disciplines and their connections with current events are also examined. Prerequisites: LSENG 190 and LSLIT 110. Open to Liberal Studies Degree students only. (Liberal Studies Core Course)

Credits:

6.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

LSSCI-200

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.neumann.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 459-0905

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.