Courses
General Science
- SCI-I 120 Windows on Science (1 cr.) Fall, Spring. Designed for new and prospective science majors, the course covers an integrative overview of science, examining science and society, the scientific method and community of scientists, undergraduate research, professional ethics, an exploration of science-based careers, and strategies for success as a science major.
- SCI-I 190 Topics in Science (1-3 cr.) P: Prerequisites and course material vary with the topic. Fall, Spring, Summer. Topics in science and interdisciplinary fields.
- SCI-I 197 Exploring Health Professions (1 cr.) Fall, Spring. Exploring Health Professions is designed to help students gain a wider and deeper understanding of the variety of health professions and how to most effectively prepare for entry into the professions. Guest speakers, readings, and class discussions provide opportunities for students to explore a variety of health fields, network with current health professionals, reflect on their interests and values, and learn ways to stand out in a competitive field.
- SCI-I 200 Tutorial in Interdisciplinary Studies (1 cr.) Fall, Spring. Tutorial under the supervision of a faculty mentor to develop a proposal to pursue a plan of study focused on a science-based, interdisciplinary area. The proposal is to be submitted to the review committee for approval. Each student will maintain a journal on the progress on the plan of study.
- SCI-I 220 Introduction to Research Methods (1 cr.) This course is an introduction to research. Topics include learning the language of scholarly research; research ethics; laboratory safety; and research approval processes. Students will learn how to design, write, and present research for a variety of audiences and disciplines.
- SCI-I 225 Mentor-Based Research Experience (0-3 cr.) This course is designed to introduce a student to fundamental research. It will link to a program through which the student is participating, e.g. Diversity Research Scholars Program (DSRP), Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Institute (MURI), or 1st Year Research Immersion Program (1RIP). May be eligible for other programs.
- SCI-I 290 Intermediate Topics in Science (1-3 cr.) P: Prerequisites and course material vary with the topic. Fall, Spring, Summer. Intermediate topics in science and interdisciplinary fields.
- SCI-I 294 Beginning Science-Based Internship (0-3 cr.) P: Sophomore or junior standing and program advisor approval. Fall, Spring, Summer. A semester of full- or part-time beginning internship experience in an industrial, government, or business setting matching the student's academic and career objectives. A comprehensive written report on the experience is required. Yes.
- SCI-I 296 Career Planning & Success Strategies (1 cr.) This course is designed to provide tools for the student who is interested in seeking an internship or career employment after college graduation. This course will explore personal values and strategies for finding the ideal career paths based on abilities, skills, and interests. Students will explore the value of internships, and tactics for identifying and securing internship opportunities. Practical strategies for approaching the art of networking and its impact on the success of career planning and securing opportunities will be examined.
- SCI-I 297 Health Professions Shadowing (1 cr.) Fall, Spring, Summer. The Health Professions Shadowing course exposes students to the healthcare field through shadowing and being mentored by a healthcare professional. Students gain hands on experience, basic healthcare knowledge and insights into the careers of medical professionals.
- SCI-I 390 Advanced Topics in Science (0-3 cr.) P: Prerequisites and course material vary with the topic. Fall, Spring, Summer. Advanced topics in science and interdisciplinary fields. Prerequisites and course material vary with the topic. Repeatable under different topics.
- SCI-I 395 Science and Health Professions Study Abroad (0-3 cr.) Fall, Spring, Summer, as needed to be scheduled with a study abroad trip. This course will provide students with a culturally rich experience. There will be two components to this class: 1. Learning about the cultural, political, historical, and science or health-related aspects of the host community through pre-trip, on-site, and post-trip mandatory classes. 2. Engaging with professionals, translators, fellow participants, and local residents/patients on the service trip to the host community focusing on science or health issues. Repeatable.
- SCI-I 397 Pre-Professional Planning Seminar (1 cr.) Fall, Spring. This course will help sophomores and juniors prepare to apply for professional school. Topics covered will include: school selection; application overview; personal statement development; requesting letters of recommendation; interviewing; financing professional school; professionalism; and parallel planning.
- SCI-I 398 Medical School Application Preparation (1 cr.) Spring. The course will prepare students for the medical school application process, including the MCAT and the application process. The application portion of the course will cover the AMCAS/AACOMAS application overview, developing and editing a personal statement, identifying and soliciting letters of recommendation, constructing experience descriptions, and interviewing. The MCAT preparation portion will focus on the four main areas of the MCAT, which include: Critical Analysis and Reasoning, Chemistry and Physics, Biology and Biochemistry, and Psychology and Sociology.
- SCI-I 494 Internship in Science-Based Fields (0-6 cr.) P: Junior or senior standing and program advisor approval. Fall, Spring, Summer. A semester of full- or part-time internship experience in an industrial, government, or business setting matching student's academic/career objective.
- SCI-I 495 Readings and Research in Science (1-3 cr.) P: Junior or senior standing, consent of instructor(s), and approval of review committee. Every semester, time arranged. Independent, interdisciplinary study and research in science and science-related fields. A major paper must be submitted. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
