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SCED 101
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Introduction to Earth's Environment
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3.0
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FS
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GE
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This course focuses on the principles and scientific thought processes as they relate to climate change, air and water resources, and ecosystem alteration. The Earth's physical environment is the primary focus, although a portion of the course covering ecosystems bridges physical and biological interrelatedness of the global environment. Problem solving skills and skills in analyzing environmental issues are emphasized. 2 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. Formerly NSCI 101.
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SCED 102
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Introduction to Living Systems
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3.0
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FS
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GE
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This course is also offered as
BIOL 102.
An integrated study of the nature and interactions of living things and their environments. This course is an introduction to the processes of evolution and speciation, ecology and ecosystem processes, cellular biology and organismal physiology. The course is primarily for students without a strong background in high school biology or chemistry. The course includes online content delivery, in-class discussion, and a hands-on activity session. 2 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. Formerly NSCI 102.
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SCED 102H
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Introduction to the Living World
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3.0
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SP
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GE
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An introduction to concepts, principles, and theories of the life sciences, focusing on the cellular, genetic, environmental, and evolutionary bases of life. Includes opportunities to consider similarities and differences between science and other intellectual endeavors, to read and critically reflect on science-based articles in popular magazines and journals, and to present personal views on contemporary and controversial issues in written and oral form. 2 hours discussion, 2 hours activity. This is an approved General Education course. Formerly NSCI 102H.
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SCED 141
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Concepts in the Physical Sciences
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of MATH 110 recommended.
Basic concepts of motion, force, energy, chemical change, and their interactions. Intended for Liberal Studies majors. 3 hours lecture. Formerly NSCI 141.
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SCED 142
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Concepts in Life Science
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisite: SCED141 or faculty permission.
Study of the nature and interactions of living things on the planet. Includes cell organization; diversity and physiology of plants and animals; DNA and genetics; ecology; and evolution. Intended for Liberal Studies majors or others interested in K-8 teaching. 6 hours activity. Formerly NSCI 142.
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SCED 300
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Revolutionary Ideas in the Natural Sciences
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3.0
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FS
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GE
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Prerequisites: Completion of GE Pathway Foundation Physical Sciences and GE Pathway Foundation Life Sciences.
This course presents to students the seminal ideas in the natural sciences. Not only is the historical development of a scientific discipline explored, but connections are made with great ideas in other areas - both within the natural sciences and beyond. 3 hours lecture. This is an approved General Education course. Formerly NSCI 300.
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SCED 300Z
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Revolutionary Ideas in the Natural Sciences - Capstone
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3.0
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FS
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GE
WI
C
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Prerequisites: Completion of GE Pathway Foundation Physical Sciences and GE Pathway Foundation Life Sciences.
This course presents to students the seminal ideas in the natural sciences. Not only is the historical development of a scientific discipline explored, but connections are made with great ideas in other areas - both within the natural sciences and beyond. 3 hours lecture.This is an approved Writing Intensive course. This is an approved General Education Capstone course. Formerly NSCI 300Z.
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SCED 321
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Scientific Inquiry
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3.0
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FS
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GW
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Prerequisites: Completion of GE Written Communication (A2) requirement, SCED 141, SCED 142.
This course engages students in inquiry into topics that span the scientific disciplines. Skills addressed include experimental design, modeling, representation, dissemination of results, and critique of peers' work. Content topics include light, color and sound, from biological, chemical and physics perspectives. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours activity. This is an approved Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement course; a grade of C- or higher certifies writing proficiency for majors. Formerly NSCI 321.
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SCED 342
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Concepts in Earth and Space Science
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: SCED 141, SCED 142, or faculty permission.
Fundamental concepts in (1) the solar system and the universe, (2) the structure and composition of the solid Earth, and (3) Earth's atmosphere and water. Intended for Liberal Studies majors and students pursuing a single subject teaching credential in science. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours activity. Formerly NSCI 342.
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SCED 343
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Concepts in Environmental Sciences
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: SCED 141, SCED 142, or faculty permission.
A course designed to introduce basic principles and concepts in environmental science. Field investigations in the local environment provide a natural setting for scientific inquiry and student research on environmental processes and conditions that shape the local landscape. Intended for Liberal Studies majors and students pursuing a single subject teaching credential in science. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours activity. Formerly NSCI 343.
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SCED 350
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Learning Assistant Training
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2.0
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INQ
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This course is required for all first year Learning Assistants (LAs). The course prepares students to be effective LAs by working with faculty and peers to transform undergraduate learning environments. 2 hours discussion. Formerly NSCI 350.
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SCED 489M
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Science Museum Docent Training
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1.0
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FS
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Students in this course facilitate the elementary grade level field trip activities for visiting K-8 students at the Gateway Science Museum to foster an appreciation and understanding of the natural world around them. 3 hours laboratory. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 3.0 units. Formerly NSCI 489M.
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SCED 490
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Natural Sciences Seminar
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1.0
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SP
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Prerequisite: Senior standing.
This course is a capstone experience for Natural Sciences Majors. In this course, students reflect on their work in the program, read and discuss the relevant literature, and synthesize their accomplishments across the sciences into a professional portfolio. In addition, students are required to present a portion of their portfolio as a departmental seminar. 1 hour seminar. Credit/no credit grading. Formerly NSCI 490.
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SCED 600
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Teaching Assistant Preparation
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2.0
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FA
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Prerequisite: Graduate status.
This course is also offered as
GEOS 606.
This is a seminar course for teaching assistants focusing on the theory and practice of active learning in science laboratory settings. The overall goals of the course; 1) To increase participants understanding of strategies to engage students in active learning, 2) to provide opportunities for modeling best practices in science teaching and 3) confidence in his/her ability as effective science lab instructors. 2 hours seminar. Formerly NSCI 600.
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