Students also can pursue the study of stellar evolution, galaxies, observational astronomy of deep sky objects, and the origin of the universe. Oceanography will consider the tides, the chemistry of seawater, surface and sub-surface currents, and the complex relationships between the atmosphere and the ocean. The first course in chemistry is designed to create an interest in and an understanding of the basic concepts of the science. The major chemical issues confronting society are studied with an emphasis on problem solving and decision making. The laboratory and hands-on models are used extensively to discover basic principles.
Students learn to work in teams and present scientific information in a variety of ways.
This is a fast-paced introduction to the major topics in modern chemistry. Basic principles are discovered through laboratory work and class discussion. The course emphasizes problem solving using mathematical skills. This independent study introduces students to the important concepts of organic chemistry. This course is a broad conceptual review of the major areas of physics, including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and light, and modern physics.