Science, General

The biology of the crime laboratory. Techniques, capabilities, and limitations of the sciences in criminal investigations. Includes human anatomy and physiology, hair, fingerprints, genetics, serology, and toxicology Investigations of high profile deaths by prominent criminalists are studied. Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 1150 or higher. Eligible to take ENGL 1010 and satisfactory completion of all reading skills placements. Lecture/laboratory. Lab fee.

This course surveys the natural history and ecology of Spencer Crest Nature and Research Center, with particular attention paid to various ecosystems, biodiversity, ponds, streams, and deciduous forests, as they apply to Spencer Crest. Students will perform field work to identify plant and animal species common to the area. Students will also take part in several presentations related to various aspects of sustainability and alternative energy, as well as learn the background of Spencer Crest and how current educational programs are conducted. Lecture/student participation/field notebook. A free elective only.

Develops a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of physics, astronomy, geology, meteorology, and oceanography. Designed for students planning to transfer as Childhood Education Majors, but would be appropriate for any non-science program. Selected topics comply with the learning standard established for science curricula in New York State. Cannot receive credit for this course and ERTH 1010. Not for science majors. Lecture/lab/recitation. Prerequisite: MATH 1130 or higher; Eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

Develops a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of chemistry and biology. Designed for students planning to transfer as Childhood Education majors, but can be appropriate for any non-science program. Selected topics comply with the learning standards established for science curriculum in the State of New York. Not for science majors. Lecture/laboratory/recitation. Prerequisite: MATH 1130 or higher; eligible to take ENGL 1010. Lab fee.

This course will introduce students to the Python programming language in the context of using it as a tool to organize, analyze, and visualize scientific data. Students will then learn about methods of computational modeling that are routinely utilized in the physical and life sciences. These include quantum methods for small molecules, classical methods for large biological systems, and dynamical methods with a variety of applications. Designed for STEM majors. Prerequisites: MATH 1225 or 1240, and two college-level science courses numbered 1500 or higher (biology, chemistry, geology, or physics), or instructor permission. Lab fee.