The physical science and biological science courses are appropriate for students who have a good background in algebra but a minimal one in other sciences. 4 hours This topically-oriented course will examine the many facets of scientific investigation. These include the underlying assumptions, the limitations, the provisional nature, and the power of the scientific process, as well as the influences of science on other aspects of human activity.
Experimentation is the hallmark of scientific investigation.
As such, laboratory experimentation will be a distinguishing feature of this course. Course time devoted to experimentation in the laboratory, as well as inside and outside the classroom, will intertwine with time devoted to discussion and lecture. The Physical Sciences will deal with a topic drawn from the physical sciences. This course is designed to examine the many facets of scientific investigation. Laboratory experimentation will be an important feature, with course time devoted to experimentation in the laboratory as well as the classroom.