SCE-1010H - Honors Scientific Method and the Modern World (S) (3)

Students develop scientific literacy through analyzing what is and is not considered science. The steps of the scientific method are explored by analyzing published scientific research and delving into the accomplishments of famous scientists and their work. A history of the ethical dilemmas and critics of science and the scientific method are evaluated. Science is discussed in the context of the modern world through understanding global issues, such as climate science, genetic manipulation, GMOs, and water quality. An undergraduate research project will be conducted throughout the semester so that students learn how to do a literature review, plan and execute a science experiment, determine limitations of the research, and produce a presentation/report of the findings. Students will conduct a literature review on a science topic of their choosing, using reliable sources, as determined through learning in the course. This course is intended as a general education science course.