Natural Sciences
NS 150 - Introduction to Natural Sciences (3 cr.)
An introduction to science as a way of knowing. Examples are chosen from astronomy, genetics, genetic engineering, evolution and other timely topics. Prerequisite/corequisite: ENGL 101.
NS 171 - Integrated Science I (3 cr.)
First of a two-semester sequence designed to the LCSC pre-service teachers to teach science in the elementary grades. NS171 provides a college-level understanding of the scientific knowledge base for the physical sciences taught in grades K-8 in most states. Prerequisite: a grade of “C” or better in MATH 085 or MATH 137 or satisfactory math placement.
NS 172 - Integrated Science I and II (3 cr. each)
Second of a two-semester sequence. NS 172 provides a college-level understanding of the scientific knowledge base for the life and earth sciences taught in grades K-8 in most states. Prerequisite: a grade of “C” or better in NS 171.
NS 350 - Environmental Intervention or Science and Society (3 cr. each)
Fulfills a portion of the integrative component of the core curriculum. Lectures, films, and discussions will focus on the variety of effects caused by human intervention in natural ecosystems in the first course and on the impact of recent developments in science and technology on society in the second. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
NS 351 - Natural Sciences Integrative Seminar (3 cr.)
Designed to satisfy a portion of the integrative component of the core curriculum. Topics will vary from year to year, but will deal with a wide range of value questions from the point of view of the natural sciences. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
NS 398 - Senior Project Proposal (1 cr.)
Preparation of the proposal for Senior Research projects to be completed in NS499. Students will become familiar with the procedure by which proposals are prepared and submitted to funding agencies like the National Science Foundation (NSF). The format of the proposal is based on NSF proposal requests. The course will ensure that the research projects are well conceived, carefully planned, and have a reasonable chance of succeeding. All senior-research proposals are reviewed by a board of Natural Science faculty members. Proposals may be accepted, accepted with revisions, or returned for major revisions with a request for resubmission during the next semester's review. Prerequisite: Junior Standing.
NS 499 - Natural Sciences Research Project and Seminar (1-3 cr.)
Topics may include the historical, philosophical, cultural and environmental aspects, and the processes of natural science. Students will be required to make an oral defense of senior research projects to classmates and staff members. Prerequisite: NS 398.
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