A study of the chemistry of life processes, including classes of biomolecules, enzymes and intermediary metabolism. A study of behavior of chemical systems, emphasizing classical thermodynamics and bonding theory. A study of the theory and practice of gravimetric and volumetric analysis, including potentiometric and spectrophotometric methods. Laboratory Management A study of the techniques and skills of laboratory practice and management, including organization and maintenance of supplies, collection and disposal of hazardous substances, setting up laboratory experiments, supervising students in a laboratory situation and evaluating laboratory reports. May be repeated with change of topic.
Students investigate a problem through combined library and laboratory work.
The courses in Natural Science are designed to support a variety of major programs or to become part of an Interdisciplinary major. NSC 110 Perspectives on the Natural Sciences A survey of the structure and major concepts of the natural sciences. The development of Western Science is described using an historical and paradigmatic approach. Laboratory experiences examine fundamental principles and methodologies of the natural sciences. This course satisfies the general education natural science requirement.