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2.00 Credits
Laboratory activities include work with astronomical models, telescopes and spectroscopes; use of computers for simulations and to obtain current astronomical data; use of photographs, maps, models and first-hand observations to study the moon, the sun and sunspots, seasons, planets, constellations, and galaxies; and several outdoor observing sessions. Corequisite: SCI 1028
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4.00 Credits
This online course introduces the student to the tools, history, methods and objects of astronomy. Topics covered include the study of the origin of modern astronomy; telescopes, spectroscopes, space probes, and other astronomical tools; structures, characteristics and cycles of the sun, moon, and other solar system members; properties, structure, formation, and death of stars; galaxies, constellations; and an introduction to cosmology. Laboratory activities include work with astronomical models, telescopes and spectroscopes; use of computers for simulations and to obtain current astronomical data; use of photographs, maps, models and first-hand observations to study the moon, the sun and sunspots, seasons, planets, constellations, and galaxies; and several outdoor observing sessions.
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4.00 Credits
Modern developments in the field of life science have initiated controversy regarding topics in biology. Students in this course examine a number of issues of interest to the general public, the medical field, and the political arena. Topics are studied from an historical perspective, a biological perspective, and a modern societal perspective. Topics include genetic engineering, genetically modified foods, cloning, in vitro fertilization, stem cell use, and diseases such as Lyme, SARS, and Avian Flu. Laboratories include the examination of the scientific method, laboratory procedures, and experimental design.
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an understanding of basic biological processes and principles for non-science majors. Topics covered include: the scientific method, the chemical and cellular basis of life, mitosis and meiosis, Mendelian genetics, DNA structure and function, and evolution. This course is not open to students who have New York State Regents Biology credit except by permission of the instructor. Corequisite: SCI 1051
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2.00 Credits
Students in this course engage in basic laboratory work in which lecture topics are illustrated. Corequisite: SCI 1050
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the study of the anatomy, physiology, ecology and evolution of plants with emphasis on comparative morphological relationships of major plant groups. This course is designed for science-oriented students and forms a sequence with SCI 1124 or SCI 1113. Corequisite: SCI 1112
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2.00 Credits
Laboratory work includes the study of plant structure and function, experimental and herbarium techniques. Corequisite: SCI 1111
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4.00 Credits
The course serves as an introduction to the study of the comparative anatomy and physiology, evolution, ecological relationship, and behavioral patterns of representative invertebrates and vertebrates. This course is designed for science-oriented students and forms a sequence with SCI 1124 or SCI 1111. Corequisite: SCI 1114
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2.00 Credits
Laboratory work includes comparative studies on representative major groups and makes extensive use of living material. Corequisite: SCI 1113
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4.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the study of marine organisms and their adaptations to various habitats including intertidal, pelagic, deep sea, and coral reefs. The history of human exploitation of marine organisms and habitats is reviewed. Corequisite: SCI 1118
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