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School of Science and Engineering Technology
Science Fundamentals
2012 - 2013
Program
Year
Semester
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Course code:
SCIF 1131
Con. Ed. code:
N/A
Course hours:
42
GPA weighting:
3
Prerequisite:
N/A
Corequisite:
N/A
Prepared by: Joyce Myers
Laptop course:
yes no
Authorized by (Dean):
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Professor contact information:
NAME
EMAIL
PHONE
OFFICE LOCATION
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Course Description:
This course will discuss current industry trends and employment opportunities in the field of applied science. This course will also introduce the students to basic biological and chemical fundamental skills required to be successful in a science program.
Rationale:
The Science Fundamentals course is meant to provide the academic foundation for success in subsequent science programs and to teach some of the skills necessary for future study in science programs. Being aware of current industry trends and the employment opportunities available in the many fields of science, will help students to develop their career path.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Specific Outcomes
Essential Employability Outcomes
Students receiving a credit for this course will have demonstrated their ability to:
Describe the Science related programs offered at the School of Science and Engineering Technology at Durham College.
Give examples of the various types of career and educational career paths associated with science.
Find, understand and summarize scientific material from a variety of media sources.
Communicate scientific information effectively using appropriate language
Be familiar with the history of Ethics in Science and understand accountability to ethical expectations related to Science.
Explain and describe the basic theory, terminology and applications of chemistry.
Explain and describe the basic theory, terminology and applications of biology.
Discus current trends and employment opportunities in the field of applied sciences
Students receiving a credit for this course will have demonstrated their ability to:
Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
Execute mathematical operations accurately.
Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.
Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.
Manage the use of time and other resources to complete project.
For further clarification of Vocational Learning Outcomes and Essential Employability Skills please refer to the current Program Guide.
Sequence of Instruction
Evidence of Learning
Week
Intended Learning
Resources and References
Est. Class Hours
Learning Outcomes References
Intended Learning Activities
Assessment
Evaluation and Weighting
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Review Course Outline and classroom learning expectations
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
1.1. Define Science
1.2. Apply Science to our world (local and global)
1.3. Describe the types of Science programs offered at Durham
College
1.4.Understand the employment opportunities available to graduates of
the School of Science and Engineering Technology?
1.5 Be familiar with educational pathways available to graduates from
the School of Science and Technology?
1.6 Be aware of the pathways from their program to Science related
programs.
Distribute and discuss instructions, due dates and rubrics for Term Projects
Project 1. Topics in Science
Project 2. Glossary
Assignment #1
Lecture notes and handouts
1
2
1,2,8,9
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest speaker from the School of Science and Engineering Technology
Assignment #1
5%
2
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
2.1 Summarize Ethical Conduct in Science including:
The history of ethics in science
The reliability and accountability of results (collaboration, peer review, validation of results)
The Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
Examples of the consequences of not upholding ethical expectations
2.2 Understand Scientific communication and its application by:
Evaluating Scientific information
Translate Scientific journals (what are they? How do you read them?)
Provide examples of accurate, trustworthy sources of scientific information.
Assignment #2
Lecture notes and Handouts
3
3,4,5,9,11,12,13,14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest speaker from Durham College Research Ethics Board
Assignment #2
5%
3
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
3.1 Differentiate between Science, non-Science and Pseudoscience –
3.2 Describe and apply the Scientific Method
3.3 Understand basic mathematical concepts associated with Science including the following:
Standard units
Significant figures
Metric prefixes
Unit Conversions
Basic symbols associated with science
Simple Formulas and equations
Assignment #3
Term Test #1
Lecture notes and Handouts
2
1
3,4,6,9 -14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Assignment
Term Test
5%
15%
4
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
4.1 Understand and apply the basic theory and terminology of
Chemistry including:
Define Chemistry
Atoms and Electronic Structure
Compounds
Formulas
Bonding
Orbital Models
Assignment #4
Lecture notes and Handouts
3
3,4,6,9 -14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest speaker from the Research Ethics Board
Assignment
5%
5
Chemistry (continued from Week 4)
Fundamental Chemical Reactions
Stoichiometry
States of Matter
1. Solids
2. Liquids
3. Gases
Applications of Chemistry in our world
Current Topics in Chemistry
The role of the Chemical Lab Technician in the chemical industry
The role of the Chemical Processing Engineer in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Assignment #5
Lecture notes and handouts
3
3,4,6,9 -14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest speaker
Assignment
5%
6
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
6.1 Understand and apply basic theory and terminology of Biology including the following:
Define Biology?
Characteristics of a Living object versus a Non-Living object
Major cell types – prokaryotic and eukaryotic
Classification of Organisms
Relationship of fundamental properties of cells to their functions
Energy in cells – Respiration and photosynthesis
Cellular reproduction
Assignment #6
Lecture notes and Handouts
3
3,4,7,9 -14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Assignment
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7
Biology (continued from week 6)
Applications of Biology in our world
Current topics in Biology
The role of the Biological Laboratory Technologist in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Term Test #2
Lecture notes and handouts
Guest speaker
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1
3,4,6,9 -14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Term Test #2
15%
8
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss Biotechnology including the following topics:
What is Biotechnology?
Types of Biotechnology
Applications of Biotechnology in our world
Current Topics in Biotechnology
The role of the Biotechnologist in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Lecture Notes and handouts
3
1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest speaker
9
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss Environmental Science including the following topics:
What is Environmental Science?
Applications of Environmental Technology in our world
Current Topics in Environmental Technology
The role of the Environmental Technologist in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Lecture Notes and handouts
3
1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest Speaker
10
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss Food Science including the following topics:
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What is Food Science?
Applications of Food Science Technology in our world
Current Topics in Food Science Technology
The role of the Food Science Technologist in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Lecture Notes and handouts
3
1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest Speaker
11
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss Pharmaceutical Science including the following topics:
What is Pharmaceutical Science?
Applications of Pharmaceutical Science Technology in our world
Current Topics in Pharmaceutical Science Technology
The role of the Pharmaceutical Science Technologist in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Submission of Term Project 1
Lecture Notes and handouts
3
1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest Speaker
Term Project 1
10%
12
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss Water Quality Technology including the following topics:
What is Water Quality Technology?
Applications of Water Quality Technology in our world
Current Topics in Water Quality Technology
The role of the Water Quality Technician in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
Assignment #7
Lecture Notes and handouts
3
1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest Speaker
In class assignment
5%
13
13.1 Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss Horticulture Technology including the following topics:
What is Horticulture Technology?
Applications of Horticulture Technology in our world
Current Topics in Horticulture Technology
The role of the Horticulture Technician in the workforce
Job Titles and Employment Opportunities
13.2 Students will be able to participate in a discussion on up and coming science technologies and future employment opportunities related to them.
Submission of Term Project #2
Lecture Notes and handouts
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1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Power point lecture
Discussions
Guest Speaker
Term Project #2
10%
14
Review for Term Test #3
Term Test #3
Return tests and Assignments
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1,2,8, 9, 11-14
Test
Discussion
Term Test
15%
15
No Exam is scheduled for this course
Course outlines are planning guidelines; actual delivery of content may vary with circumstances. Students will be notified in writing of changes that involve the addition or deletion of content, learning outcomes or evaluation, prior to changes being implemented.
Professors are responsible for following this outline and facilitating the learning as detailed in this outline.
Evaluation Criteria:
(A full description of the Academic Appeals Process can be found in your Student Handbook.)
Term Tests (3 x 15% )
45%
Term Project #1 Topics in Science folder Project
10%
Term Project #2 Scientific Glossary Term
10%
Assignments (7x 5%)
35%
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Total
100%
Required Text(s) and Supplies:
No required text or supplies
Policies and Expectations for the Learning Environment:
General Policies and Expectations:
General College policies related to
Acceptable Computer Use
Academic Policies
Academic Honesty
Student Code of Conduct
Students’ Rights and Responsibilities
can be found on-line at http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies
General Program policies related to
attendance
absence related to tests or assignment due dates
excused absences
writing tests and assignments
classroom management
can be found in the Program Guide. These are distributed to each student during the first week of class.
Course Specific Policies and Expectations:
TBD
Subject Eligibility for Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Yes No
(Candidate eligibility is outlined in the http://www.durhamcollege.ca/assets/Section~specific/Continuing~Education/documents/plar.pdf)
Prior experience in applied science or applied science technology will be considered. The candidate should provide evidence of work experience, educational credentials and references. The candidate will also sit a final examination that covers the essentials of the course.
General Course Outline Notes:
Students should use the course outline as a learning tool to guide their achievement of the learning outcomes for this course. Specific questions should be directed to their individual professor.
The college considers the electronic format (i.e. MyCampus or DC Connect) as the primary channel of communication. Students should check the sources regularly for current course information.
Professors are responsible for following this outline and facilitating the learning as detailed in this outline.
Course outlines should be retained for future needs (i.e. university credits, transfer of credits etc.)
A full description of the Academic Appeals Process can be found at http://durhamcollege.ca/gradeappeal.
Students who may require academic supports due to any type of disability, should contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities in B297 (Gordon Willey Building) or call 905-721-3123.
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