SGR #6

Natural Science (6 credit hours)

Students will understand the fundamental principles of the natural sciences and apply scientific methods of inquiry to investigate the natural world.

Student Learning Outcomes: As a result of taking courses meeting this goal, students will:

1. Demonstrate the scientific method in a laboratory experience,
2. Gather and critically evaluate data using the scientific method,
3. Identify and explain the basic concepts, terminology and theories of the selected natural sciences, and
4. Apply selected natural science concepts and theories to contemporary issues.

Each course meeting this goal includes the following student learning outcomes:
Required: #1, #2, #3, and #4