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SCI 109 Critical Thinking in Science and Technology

Critical thinking and problem solving skills developed within the context of current topics in science and technology. A freshman experience course in Science and Technology.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

SCI 115 Global Challenges, STEM Solutions

This is a skill-based course where students explore STEM challenges via case studies and learn to work in diverse teams to reach creative potential solutions.  Prerequisites: Admission to the InSciTE program. Recommended: First-year student or transfer student.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Admission to the InSciTE program

Corequisites

None

SCI 197 Special Studies in Science

Primarily for freshmen or sophomores. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

permission of instructor

Corequisites

None.

SCI 285 Earth Systems Science for Elementary Teachers

Inquiry based survey of Earth systems (solid Earth, surface, and atmospheric) tailored to students pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. Quantitative skills are emphasized. Satisfies University Program Group II laboratory requirement. Recommended: PHS 265, CHM 265. (University Program Group II-B: Quantitative and Mathematical Sciences)

Credits
3(2-2)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

SCI 320 Fundamentals of Fermentation Science

The science of brewing focusing on the biochemistry and microbiology involved in the process of brewing beer. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or 112; CHM 120 or 132.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIO 101 or BIO 112; CHM 120 or CHM 132

Corequisites

None.

SCI 321 Fermentation Analyses

Laboratory techniques in brewing analyses. Quantitative and qualitative laboratory analysis of brewing ingredients, processes, and products. Pre/Co-requisite: SCI 320.

Credits
3(1-4)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

SCI 322 Applied Fermentation Science

A practical application of fermentation science principles in the production and analysis of beer. Pre/Co-requisites: SCI 320, 321, 323.

Credits
3(1-5)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

SCI 323 Brewery Facilities and Operations

Study of the design, equipment, operation, and maintenance of a modern brewery. Pre/co-requisite: SCI 320.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

SCI 385 Science and Engineering Practices for Teaching PK-6

Integration of science and engineering practices in the teaching and learning of science content in grades PK-6. Prerequisite: SCI 285.

Credits
2(1-2)

Prerequisites

SCI 285

Corequisites

None.

SCI 397 Special Studies in Science

Primarily for juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

permission of instructor

Corequisites

None.

SCI 400 Teaching Integrated Science in Secondary School

Methods of teaching integrated science in the secondary school, including development of lessons in accord with best practices and state content expectations. Course must be completed prior to student teaching. Prerequisites: AST 111; BIO 208; CHM 132; GEL 201 or GEL 230; GEO 201; PHY 130; EDU 325; Admission to Teacher Education.

Credits
3(2-2)

Prerequisites

AST 111; BIO 208; CHM 132; GEL 201 or 230; GEO 201; PHY 130; EDU 325; Admission to Teacher Education

Corequisites

None.

SCI 410 Teaching Integrated Science K-8

Development of teaching methods and laboratory skills necessary for teaching science in grades K-8. Prerequisites: BIO 101; CHM 120; PHS 151; GEL 130; GEO 105 or 201; EDU 345; Admission to Teacher Education.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIO 101; CHM 120; PHS 151; GEL 130; GEO 105 or GEO 201; EDU 345; Admission to Teacher Education

Corequisites

None.

SCI 420 Internship in Fermentation Science

Internship in a production brewery or other brewing-related industry. Prerequisites: SCI 320, 321, 322, 323.

Credits
4(Spec)

Prerequisites

SCI 320, SCI 321, SCI 322, SCI 323

Corequisites

None.

SCI 490 Contemporary Issues in Earth Science

A capstone course for earth science education majors. Students will investigate connections and interrelationships between Earth system components and how these affect civilization and society. This course has been approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisites: 36 credits of required and cognate courses on the earth science education major completed with a minimum average GPA of 2.7.

Credits
1(1-0)

Prerequisites

36 credits of required and cognate courses on the earth science education major completed with a minimum average GPA of 27

Corequisites

None.

SCI 497 Topics in Science Education

Topics of special interest for integrated science majors that are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topics and instructor's prerequisites will be announced in Course Search and Registration. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-4(Spec)

Prerequisites

See Course Search and Registration

Corequisites

None.

SCI 597 Special Studies in Science

Primarily for graduate students. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

permission of instructor

Corequisites

None.