Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus · Courses
SC
9 courses with the subject SC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SC 101Fundamentals of Physics
2c-21-2.5sh A conceptual course in physics for Elementary Education majors. High school physics is not a prerequisite. Class and lab presentations concentrate upon dispelling naive concepts and developing a better understanding and appreciation of the physical world. The topics of motion, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and the nucleus are presented in context with our everyday experiences. This course does not fulfill the Liberal Studies requirement except for majors in Elementary and Early Childhood Education.
Elementary Education major or instructor permission
SC 102Fundamentals of Chemistry
2c-21-2.5sh A survey of chemical principles and concepts. The nature of chemical reactions as applied to technology and its applications to society. The world of consumer chemistry will be explored. The goal is to develop a chemical literacy for the student. A series of laboratory exercises develops concept understanding and process skills. Some individual and group projects will be included. This course does not fulfill the Liberal Studies requirement except for majors in Elementary and Early Childhood Education.
Elementary Education major or instructor permission
SC 103Fundamentals of Earth and Space Science
2c-21-2.5sh Introduction to geology, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology for Elementary Education majors. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of large-scale processes and how the earth, solar system, and universe work. Lab experiences include hands-on work with earth materials and with instruments from all of our subjects, map, and field trips which may occur during class times, nights, and weekends. This class does not fulfill the Liberal Studies requirement except for majors in Elementary and Early Childhood Education.
2c-21-2.5sh A basic introduction to the major concepts and principles of ecology and their application to modern living for majors in Elementary and Early Childhood Education.
var-1-3sh Special topics are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.
var-1-3sh Special topics courses are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
var-1-3sh Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources. Table of Contents | Index of Courses This information is maintained by the Office of the Registrar, with approval from the University Senate. Last modified at 7:30 PM on 8/3/98.
