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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Individualized advanced study, research, or project development in a clearly defined and limited area not covered by a regular course. The work should be primarily initiated by the student but undertaken with the consent, regular guidance, and direction of an instructor qualified in the area. Prerequisites: junior standing, a GPA of 2.5 or above in departmental offerings, and approval by the instructor and department chair.
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3.00 Credits
Overview of current environmental issues in the context of science and society. The course emphasizes scientific principles, the impact of human activities on the environment, and the role of Christians as stewards of creation. Every semester.
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4.00 Credits
A study of selected topics in physics, chemistry, and biology that focus on the unifying themes of energy and the method by which scientific theories develop. Proficiency in high school algebra is required, as demonstrated by math SAT score of at least 510, or ACT score of at least 19, or passing score on algebra placement exam, or passing grade in either MAT 095 or MAT 101. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Lab fee $30.
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3.00 Credits
A seminar or directed study on an announced topic or set of topics. Credit specified at registration. Repeated for credit with a new topic.
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3.00 Credits
History of modern astronomy, solar system models and orbits, structure of the sun and other stars, stellar development, galaxies, and cosmology, with emphasis on recent discoveries and theories. Fall semester. Prerequisite: SCS 110 or PHY 181 or PHY 201.
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3.00 Credits
This course incorporates the disciplines of geology, meteorology and astronomy into a holistic study of planet earth. A major goal of the course is to give the student an understanding of the mechanics of God's creation. Fall semester, evening school.
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3.00 Credits
Weather & Climate will explore today's professional practice of meteorology and climatology, along with the theories that support these dynamic fields. Topics will include weather instruments, map interpretation, cloud observations, air pollution dispersion, climate regions, and climate change. Spring semester, odd years.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the wide range of health issues which face people around the world, but particularly in low-income countries. The impact of poor health, barriers to better health, and solutions for improving health are also discussed. Offered every other spring.
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4.00 Credits
Au Sable Institute. Please check the Environmental Science department for description.
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4.00 Credits
Basic elements of instruction as they apply to the secondary science classroom. Includes the planning, presentation, and evaluation of several types of science lessons. Involves observations in local school district classrooms. Fall semester.
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