Physical/Earth/Space Science (PHYS 105)

Term: 2015-2016 Spring Term

Faculty

Elliott F TammaroShow MyInfo popup for Elliott F Tammaro

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Dr. Kathleen Duffy SSJShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Kathleen Duffy SSJ

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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (1/18/2016 - 5/11/2016) Location: MAIN SJ PHYLB

Description

Introduces students to the basics of the physical sciences including Earth Science (geochemistry, the cycles of matter, and energetics) and Astronomy. Examines how scientific knowledge in these areas is obtained as well as the implications and applications of that knowledge. Emphasis is on how scientists perceive and attempt to understand the natural world. The approach is conceptual, with emphasis on understanding the way things work, rather than deeply theoretical. Laboratory activities provide hands on investigation of these concepts. For education majors, this course provides content specific to earth and physical sciences to meet specific PA Department of Education competencies. Has embedded lab. Core: Natural Sciences with Lab requirement.