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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. Satisfies Oral English Competency. Prerequisites: Admission to the InSciTE program. Recommended: First-year student or transfer student.

Credits
3(3-0)

SCI 197 Special Studies in Science

Topics of special interest that are not normally included in existing courses. The specific topic will be announced in Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

SCI 215WI Sharing STEM Knowledge

This is a skill-based course where students explore different means of communicating within STEM disciplines and further their communication skills while developing their STEM identity. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: SCI 115. Recommended: Second-year student or a transfer student. (University Program II-A: Descriptive Sciences)

Credits
3(3-0)

SCI 315QR STEM Project Management

This is a skill-based course where students work collaboratively to acquire project management and data skills to carry out a study addressing current STEM challenges. Quantitative Reasoning. Prerequisite: SCI 215.

Credits
3(2-2)

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 BIO 112; CHM 120 or CHM 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, SCI 321, SCI 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)

Corequisites

None.

SCI 397 Special Studies in Science

Topics of special interest that are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topics and additional prerequisites (if needed) will be announced in Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

None

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 415WI Interdisciplinary STEM Solutions I

First course in the senior capstone experience of the InSciTE certificate, designed to allow students to solve current STEM problems in a realistic research environment. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: SCI 315 and 86 hours completed.

Credits
3(1-3)

SCI 416 Interdisciplinary STEM Solutions II

Second course in the senior capstone experience of the InSciTE certificate, designed to allow students to complete a STEM project in a realistic research environment. Must be taken the semester directly following SCI 415. Prerequisite: SCI 415.

Credits
3(1-3)

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: SCI 415

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 497 Special Studies in Science

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

Credits
1-4(Spec)

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None.

SCI 597 Special Studies in Science

Topics of special interest that are not normally included in existing courses. Specific topics and instructor’s prerequisites will be announced in Course Search and Registration. Prerequisites: Completion of 56 semester hours; or graduate standing; additional instructor prerequisites will be announced in the Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

Completion of 56 semester hours; or graduate standing; additional instructor prerequisites will be announced in the Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.