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3.00 Credits
3 credits Explores the basic principles of biology and their applications to the environment. Course topics include: the nature of life, the plant world, the human body, and the preservation of our natural environment. Through readings, lab experiments, and class discussions, students have the opportunity to apply biological principles to the world in which they live. Usually offered fall semester.
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3 credits Provides students with A comprehensive understanding of important biological topics including cellular biology, microbial world, genetics, evolution, and basic ecology. Students use an inquiry approach in classroom labs, group activities, field sites, and independent research projects to learn science by doing science. Assigned readings, papers, and class discussion will help students broaden their understanding of biology.
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1-12 credits Designed to complement A student's educational program focusing on A particular topic in quantitative or scientific studies. Credit is determined by faculty and student's advisor. Note: Academic advisor's permission isrequired.
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3 credits Introduces students to the critical importance of plants to the world. During class, labs, and participation at fieldwork sites, students are introduced to basic botanical concepts and ideas. Students learn basic horticultural techniques and gain an understanding of economic importance of plants in the world. The rainforest, and its associated problems, is studied in depth as A model for other ecological problems, such as food supply and famine. Usually offered spring semester.
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3 credits Provides students with A comprehensive understanding of marine biology utilizing studies of the ocean as a habitat and the physical characteristics of oceans. Major emphasis will be on life in the sea, especially the ecosystems of New England's coasts and Boston Harbor. Students will compare northern coastal ecosystems with tropical marine environments. Fieldwork sites include: Thompson Island, the New England Aquarium, and the Envirolab Ship. Usually offered spring semester.
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3 credits This course focuses on A particular topic in science. Please see current semester course schedule for specific offerings.
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3 credits This course introduces students to the major concepts and issues in the field of psychology. Topics to be covered include schools of psychology, the experimental method, the psychological basis of behavior, states of consciousness, perception, learning, cognition, intelligence, motivation, emotion, personality, and social behavior. Usually offered fall semester.
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3 credits Examines normal human development from birth to death with an emphasis on emotional, social, intellectual, moral, and personality development. Students explore the contributions of major theorists such as Freud, Jung, Piaget, and Erikson. Class discussions focus on human development as A process of continual growth within the context of relationships with family, peers, and the environment. Usually offered spring semester.
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3 credits Explores the dynamic between individuals and family and community systems. Students analyze the diversity of family patterns due to social class, race, ethnicity, and gender. Students also analyze the family and community within an historical and political context, and consider implications for providing community supports and services to families and individuals. Usually offered fall semester.
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3.00 Credits
Social Sciences 1-12 credits Designed to complement A student's educational program focusing on A particular topic in the social sciences. Credit is determined by faculty and student's advisor. Note: Academic advisor's permission is required.
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