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Physical Science (PSC*)

PSC*101, Physical Science I (3 credits)
An introduction to physics and chemistry for students with no previous experience in science. Necessary mathematical concepts are taught as part of the course. Recommended for individuals planning a career in elementary education or as a general science elective. Credit not given to students who have already taken any of the following: CHE*111, CHE*112, CHE*121, CHE*122, PHY*121, or PHY*122. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101 and either MAT*085, MAT*095-I or MAT*095 with a “C-” or better or taken concurrently. (Updated Fall 2017)

AST*111, Introduction to Astronomy (4 credits) An introduction to the study of the solar system, the stars, galaxies, nebulae, and newly discovered celestial bodies. Laboratory activities and field trips included. Prerequisites: MAT*137 and eligible for ENG*101. (New course, Fall 2020)

CJS*141, Fingerprinting (1 credit) This hands-on workshop will expose students to the fundamental skills necessary for documenting, identifying, and developing latent fingerprints. Students will utilize both chemical and physical visualization techniques to include: fingerprint powders, magnetic powders, SPR, Cyanoacrylate fuming, iodine, crystal, and crystal violet. Prerequisites: None

CHE*111, Concepts of Chemistry (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning An introduction to inorganic chemistry. Topics include atomic structure,bonding, nomenclature, gases, solutions, equilibrium, nuclear chemistry, and acids & bases. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG*101E or ENG*101, and eligible for MAT*137 or higher. (Updated October 2014)

CHE*112, Principles of Organic and Biochemistry (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning An introduction to organic and biochemistry. Topics will include the major organic functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, as well as glycolysis, Krebs cycle, electron transport, protein synthesis, and DNA/RNA. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisite: CHE*111 or CHE*121. (Updated October 2014)

CHE*121, General Chemistry I (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning The first of a two semester sequence, this course introduces fundamental concepts, models, and techniques including stoichiometry, periodicity, atomic structure, reaction types, and molecular shape. This course also prepares the student for continued study in CHE*122. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG 101, completion of MAT 137E or 137 with C- or better and completion of either High School Chemistry, CHE 101, or CHE 111. (Updated Fall 2021)

CHE*122, General Chemistry II (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Knowledge & Understanding, Scientific Reasoning The second of a two semester sequence, this course builds upon concepts presented in CHE*121, including discussions of kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisite: CHE*121 with a grade of “C-” or better. (Updated Fall 2017)

PHY*121, General Physics I (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competency: Scientific Reasoning Basic concepts of mechanics and heat, including motion, forces, work and energy, conservation laws, fluid and thermal phenomena, and the laws of thermodynamics. Scientific calculator required. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG*101, and MAT*173 with a grade of “C” or better.(Updated October 2014)

PHY*122, General Physics II (4 credits/6 contact hrs.) $$ Laboratory Course Fee Gen Ed Competency: Scientific Reasoning Basic concepts of electricity, magnetism, and wave motion, including electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, wave properties of light, and optics. Scientific calculator required. Lecture: 3 hrs. per week. Laboratory: 3 hrs. per week. Prerequisite: PHY *121, which may be taken concurrently. (Updated October 2014)