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Faculty of Science


Science

These courses require no formal scientific background. They will provide a forum for a discussion of modern scientific and technological advances that affect contemporary society. Although specific topics may change from time to time, the following course outlines will be relevant.

SC101 Science in Society I 0.5

Topics will include: nuclear energy, physical and chemical aspects of energy problems, environmental chemistry, the chemistry of pollution, the nature of polymers, molecules of life, the chemical basis of genetics and genetic engineering.††

Exclusion: Grade 13, OAC or Grade 12 U/M Chemistry; more than one Grade 13, OAC or Grade 12 U/M in physical and/or biological science; BSc programs.

SC102 Science in Society II 0.5

Physical principles as they operate in a variety of contexts: lasers, space flight, energy, heat pumps, motors, cameras, relativity, radioactivity, nature of matter, computers, communication, technology and structure of the universe.††

Exclusion: Grade 13, OAC or Grade 12 U/M Physics; more than one Grade 13 or OAC or Grade 12 U/M physical and/or biological science; BSc programs.

SC103 Human Biology 0.5

Functions of the human body and its self-maintenance in relation to changes in the inner and outer environments. Topics include hormones, reproduction, digestion, sense organs, excretion and respiration. (Distance Education course)

Exclusion: Registration in a BSc program or in any BA Biology program.

SC104 Introduction to Cell Biology and Genetics 0.5

Basic concepts of the cell, cell biology, cell reproduction and evolution, followed by an exploration of genetic engineering and its possible consequences. (Distance Education course)

Exclusion: Registration in a BSc program or in any BA Biology program.



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