Foundations of Modern Sciences
MB&B 157
Fall 2006 not offered
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The course will emphasize the nature of the development of scientific thought by examination of the foundations for revolutions that occurred in the understanding of astronomy, anatomy, genetics, evolution, medicine, molecular structure, biochemistry and DNA. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Quantitative Reasoning, Speaking |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM MB&B |
| Course Format: Lecture/Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
Major Readings:
Asimov, A SHORT HISTORY OF BIOLOGY
Asimov, THE GENETIC CODE
Goldsmith, THE ROAD TO PENICILLIN
Haake, NOT ONLY REVOLUTIONS
Haake, NATURE'S LEGOLAND
Watson, THE DOUBLE HELIX
Young, THE DISCOVERY OF EVOLUTION
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Examinations and Assignments:
Major Assignments: Exams, take home problem sets, short essays, quizzes. |
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