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4.00 Credits
To understand the daily and seasonal weather, students will be introduced to basic weather elements such as temperature, pressure, and humidity. Real-time weather maps from the Internet are often used in class to enhance the study of particular topics. After a good foundation in the basic principles of meteorology, various atmospheric phenomena will be discussed, including the formation of rainbows, thunderstorms, lightning, tornadoes and hurricanes. Many of these phenomena are illustrated on videotape. Laboratory exercises include the study of weather instruments, analysis of surface and upper air maps, analysis of soundings on Skew-T diagrams, and weather forecasting. A special section of meteorology may be offered each semester through the College of the Air. This distance-learning course uses real-time weather data to study the principles of meteorology. Students must have access to a computer and the Internet in order to download or print the weekly lessons. Communication between the instructor and student is mainly by e-mail and fax. Students will occasionally meet with the instructor on campus to do laboratory experiments that require equipment and to take exams. (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours) Lab fee applies. SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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4.00 Credits
Meteorological elements such as temperature, precipitation, pressure, and wind will be studied to provide an understanding of the different climates around the world. Students will learn how climate can influence agriculture, clothing, housing, and transportation in different parts of the world. The interdisciplinary nature of this course is evident in the study of how scientists have used biology, meteorology, geology, astronomy, physics, chemistry, oceanography and computer modeling to determine the climates of the past and predict the climates of the future. The study of climate change will include astronomical theories, the ocean conveyor belt, ozone depletion, global warming and El Nino and La Nina. (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours) Lab fee applies. SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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4.00 Credits
Some Saturday field trips may be required of evening students. This course offers an introduction to the basic principles of ecology, population and food production problems. The course also examines the basic principles concerning air and water pollution. Laboratory exercises are designed to measure the local air and water quality. The modes of detection and prevention of environmental pollution will be investigated and discussed. Field trips and laboratory exercises are a required part of the course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the field trip sites. (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours) Lab fee applies. SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisites: SCI 109 is recommended but not required. Some Saturday field trips may be required of evening students. The course involves the investigation of current problems in our environment. The areas which will be discussed will be the problems of solid waste and various methods of its disposal; the effects of pollutants from present and future energy sources; noise pollution and the effects of radiation on people and the environment. Field trips and laboratory exercises are a required part of the course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the field trip sites. (3 lecture, 3 laboratory hours) Lab fee applies. SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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3.00 Credits
The course number designation does not reflect the level of difficulty, and there are no course prerequisites. (Dual listed with BIO 119) This course is a three-credit course and does not fulfill the laboratory science requirement needed for graduation. There will be no waivers issued under any circumstances. One field laboratory during the term. The course is designed as an overview of the structure, origin, and evolution of the world's oceans. Investigations will include analysis of abiotic factors such as sediments, coastlines, water properties, and movement. Students will take a close look at general water circulation, tides, currents, waves, and the effects of weather and climate. Further investigations will focus on biotic factors such as marine organisms, food chains, resources, and man's relationship to the sea. Note: This is a three-credit course and does not fulfill the laboratory science requirement needed for graduation. There will be no waivers issued under any circumstances. (3 lecture hours) SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-NSCI
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. This is a limited enrollment course that runs during select intersessions for a period of 10 days. Special fees for transportation are required. This course is an intensive investigation of the current environmental problems facing society using the greater metropolitan area of New York as the focal point. Students will receive firsthand experience with current environmental problems through field trip observations and surveys. Problems dealing with the physical treatment of oil spills, the scientific formulation of environmental impact statements, and the effects of heavy industry on air quality will be some of the issues under consideration. The field trips and laboratory activities will be designed to reinforce the topics discussed during lecture. SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Student must be either currently enrolled in and/or have taken and passed ENG 101. This course presents a study of enigmatic phenomena, both historic and contemporary, which have aroused popular interest and which present a paradox to modern science. Topics covered in the course are extraterrestrial intelligence, ancient "super cultures" (includingAtlantis), the Bermuda Triangle phenomenon, the U.F.O. phenomenon, psychic phenomena (including "spirits" vs. "ghosts") and cryptozoologicphenomena (from Loch Ness to Bigfoot). Emphasis is placed upon the critical evaluation of available data (written articles and videotapes) using the scientific method. SUNY GEN ED-n/a; NCC GEN ED-n/a
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4.00 Credits
This beginning level course is designed to introduce non-science, as well as science oriented students, to the latest concepts and technologies in mapping science. The course covers the theories and concepts of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students acquire a fundamental hands-on understanding of the technologies and systems used in the GIS field. The course will include problem solving activities through laboratory and field work. Off-campus field trips are required. Laboratory fee applies. SUNY GEN ED-n/a; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor. This is a limited enrollment course that runs during select intersessions for a period of 10 days. Special fees for transportation are required. This is an activity-oriented approach to the study of some of the regionally accessible geologic features: their processes, history and beauty. The participants in this course will be introduced to a varied curriculum of the regional physical, historical, economic and environmental geologic phenomena. A brief sampling of some topics open to investigation are: post-glacial features, coastal barrier beach problems/dynamics, the identification of major rock outcrop features, mining operations, and mineral and fossil collecting. Laboratory and field equipment will be used for the gathering of specimens and data to help develop an understanding of the gross geologic aspects of a particular location. A portion of the time needed to accomplish these goals will be spent as preparation and review on campus in the laboratory/lecture room. Field sites will be reached primarily through the use of chartered transportation. SUNY GEN ED-GLAB; NCC GEN ED-LSCI
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3.00 Credits
SCI 209 is a three-credit elective course. It is not a lab science course and does not fulfill the laboratory science requirement needed for graduation. There will be no exception to the science requirement under any circumstances. This course is designed for anyone interested in understanding what constitutes a safe and healthy working environment and addresses the interests of both the technically and non-technically inclined student. The course explores the various hazards to which workers are exposed and presents the basic concepts and methods used to recognize, evaluate and control these hazards. Topics are selected to suit the students enrolled in a given class, such as interesting issues relating to school safety for teachers or future teachers. Current environmental/occupational health and safety legislation and regulations are presented and interpreted. SUNY GEN ED-n/a; NCC GEN ED-NSCI
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