SCI 105 - Science in Society: GT-SC2

Credits: 3 (3-0)

Examines issues relating to the way science affects society. Students will investigate issues in information technology, the environment, physics and astronomy, biology, medicine and the interaction of science with politics. The class will focus on gathering accurate scientific information and applying critical thinking skills and the scientific method to analyze how science plays both positive and negative roles in society. Emphasis will be on student research, inquiry and analysis of science related issues. This course is one of the guaranteed statewide transfer agreements: GT-SC2. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.