Learning Strategies for Biology and Chemistry

Catalog description

NS- This course is designed for any student wishing to sharpen their problem-solving and reasoning skills in preparation for taking a laboratory science course, such as Biology, Physics, or Chemistry. Students in CHEM 157 will work together to solve authentic problems using proportional thinking, unit conversions, and analysis skills. Students will be introduced to fundamental laboratory skills including use of instrumentation and glassware, collection and analysis of data using graphing and spreadsheet software. This course takes a case-study, hands-on approach to instruction.