Northeastern State University

SCIENCE (SCI)

Note: # following course titles indicates a Liberal Arts and Sciences course. At least 50 percent of the major must be advanced (3000, 4000) courses within the College of Science and Health Professions; 50 percent of the major must be earned at NSU.

0120 Concepts in Science

Basic principles of science intended to stimulate an academic interest in science, increase powers of observation and enrich cultural appreciation of science. Course subject matter will concentrate on the biological or physical sciences. High school deficiency in science may be satisfied by the successful completion of this course. (No college credit)

1114 General Physical Science #

A lecture demonstration course designed to assist students in interpreting their physical environment; important topics from Astronomy, Chemistry, Geology, and Physics; no major or minor credit; not open to students with previous college credit in Astronomy, Chemistry, Geology, or Physics excepting Elementary Education majors.

1314 Astronomy #

Topics include theories of the formation of the planets, stellar evolution, and cosmology. Laboratory work is a major part of the course and includes various aspects of practical Astronomy such as the locations of the constellations and the use of a telescope.

3113 Scientific Vocabulary #

Greek and Latin in scientific terminology. No major or minor credit in Biology.

4110 Special Topics in Science #

Selected studies in Science. Course may be repeated with the change of subject matter for a maximum of 6 hours.

4123 Earth Science #

A survey of basic concepts in geology, astronomy, and meteorology. Where appropriate, emphasis will be made of contemporary environmental and societal concerns in these three areas. Laboratory includes mineral and rock identification, astronomical observation techniques, and the use of weather instruments in forecasting. Junior or above standing required.

4214 Science in the Elementary School #

Further treatment of fundamentals concepts in life science, physical science and earth spece science designed for the elementary teacher. Concepts are taugh through lecture, discussion, and laboratory experiences, including inquiry. This course may not be used for Secondary Science Certification. Prerequisites: SCI 1114 and BIOL 1114 or their equivalents and junior standing (60 hours).

4343 History of Science I #

A survey of Western man’s efforts to understand the natural world, from earliest historical times to the 17th Century. Prerequisite: 10 hours of Science applicable to major field . May count as credit in science majors.

4413 History of Science II #

The historical and intellectual development of modern science. May count as credit in science majors.

4513 Methods in Teaching Secondary Science

This course focuses on methods of teaching middle school and high school science including planning for instruction, teaching strategies, inquiry-based instruction, assessment, reflective practice, and laboratory management and safety. Field experiences in a middle school or high school classroom are embedded in the curriculum. This course is required of Science Education majors and must be taken concurrently with EDUC 4032 Pre-Internship II.

4613 Inquiry-Based Science for the Elementary Teacher

Further treatment of biological and physical sciences designed for the elementary teacher. Content will be taught through inquiry, lecture, discussion, and laboratory experiences. Prerequisites: SCI 1114 and BIOL 1114, or their equivalents and junior standing (60 hours).