Natural Science (N Sci)
1. The Art of Medicine (1; max total 4)
Primarily for prehealth care students. Delivery of health care today. Concepts
of the art of medicine presented by community physicians and specialists.
4. Science and Nonsense: Facts, Fads, and Critical Thinking (3)
Use of language, thought, and logic in science, distinguishing science fact
from science fiction. Inductive and deductive methods, judgment, opinion,
belief, and knowledge. A critical examination of contemporary pseudoscientific
issues (creation "science," UFOs, astrology, etc.). General Education
CORE, Critical Thinking.
15. Environmental Science: An Integrative Course (3)
Concurrent enrollment in Biol 15, Geol 15, and S Sci 15 required. Portion
of Man/Woman and the Natural Environment Cluster. A study of the interrelationships
among the anthropological, biological, and geological aspects of man/woman
and the natural environment. Team taught. CR/NC grading only. (MNE program
field trip fee, $300)
40T. Topics in Natural Sciences (1-4; max total 12)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Interdisciplinary topics covering
such subject matter areas as environmental studies and the impact of science
on society.
100. Chemistry for Liberal Studies (3)
Not open to engineering students. Prerequisite: all General Education CORE
and BREADTH Divisions 1 and 2 requirements. Emphasizes chemistry as a process
rather than a collection of facts, laws, and theories. Designed especially
for students planning careers as elementary school teachers.
101. Biology for Liberal Studies (3)
Not open to engineering students. Prerequisite: all General Education CORE
and BREADTH Divisions 1 and 2 requirements. Emphasizes biology as a process
rather than a collection of facts, laws, and theories. Designed especially
for students planning careers as elementary school teachers.
102. Physics and Astronomy for Liberal Studies (3)
Not open to engineering students. Prerequisite: all General Education CORE
and BREADTH Divisions 1 and 2 requirements. Introductory physics and astronomy
with emphasis on hypothesis formation, analysis, and testing. Everyday observations
and materials will be used to the extent possible to facilitate the transfer
of concepts and techniques to the elementary classroom. (2 lecture, 2 lab
hours) (Formerly N Sci 120)
106. Reigning Theories of Science (3)
Examination of historically important scientific theories from the perspective
of science as a human enterprise. Role of philosophy, religion, culture,
and nationalism in the acceptance/rejection of theories. Research paper,
class presentation required.
110. Practicum in Medicine (2)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Offered in association with the
UC Medical Education Program. Premedical students assigned in one or more
clinical settings in the community. Emphasis on in-depth association with
health professionals for clinical observation and biomedical research experience.
(Spring semester)
140T. Topics in Natural Sciences (1-6; max total 12)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Interdisciplinary topics covering
such subject matter areas as medical technology and ecology. (May include
lab hours)
180. Practicum in Secondary Science Teaching (2)
Concurrent enrollment in EHD 155B required; for single subject life/physical
science student teachers. Application of best science teaching research;
practice; emphasis on reflection/discussion of current teaching, effective
management of students/time, authentic assessments, laboratory /curriculum
resources, sheltered techniques, student motivators. (Formerly Biol 280)
Natural Science (N Sci)
240T. Topics in Natural Sciences (1-4; max total 8)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Interdisciplinary topics in the
natural sciences at the graduate level covering such subjects as advanced
techniques. Sample topics are Radiation Techniques in Biology and the Physical
Sciences and Recent Advances in Psychophysiology. (May include lab hours)
Natural Science (N Sci)
380T. Topics in Natural Sciences (1-4; max total 6)
Studies in the natural sciences integrating topics from biology, chemistry,
geology, mathematics, physics, and psychology.