Understanding the Physical World

Catalog description

A one semester foundational science course intended to provide students with: 1. An understanding of the scientific process; 2.Fundamental scientific literacy; 3. Foundational knowledge in geology, environmental science, space science, and physics concepts; 4. An understanding of how to collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data. A combined lecture and lab course that will explore contemporary issues directly related to geology, environmental science, space science, and physics.