Science 77L - Great Ideas in Science

Institution:

Claremont McKenna College

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Description:

Moersch This course surveys a number of fundamental ideas in science that have revolutionized our modern conception of Nature and challenged our understanding of our place in the natural world. Examples include Big Bang theory; Evolution; Genomics and Cloning; Chaos Theory; Einstein's Theory of Relativity; Quantum Mechanics; debates about Global Warming; the Analysis of Risk and Coincidence; Game Theory; etc. Underlying scientific principles as well as associated public policy issues will be described. The course will be co-taught by faculty from multiple scientific disciplines. Enrollment limited to 24. Laboratory fee $30. Offered every other year.

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1.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.claremontmckenna.edu/

Phone Number:

(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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