Science

NOTE: See the beginning of Section H for abbreviations, course numbers and coding.

SCI1001Professional Skills for Science Students 1 ch (1C)
A discussion-oriented course introducing students to university-level study in the natural and mathematical sciences through faculty-mentored and peer-led small-group discussion.
SCI1002Science in Context1 ch (1C, 0.5L)
This course is designed for entering Science students to develop career skills in science. Topics include library research skills, lab report writing, teamwork skills, identifying junk science, ethics in science, as well as exploring career & degree options.
SCI2003Co-op/WIL Work-term Report I0 ch (W)

A written and/or oral report on the scientific activities of a Co-op or other Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience. Faculty approval is required prior to any placement. A component of the grade will be the supervisor’s evaluation of the student. Graded on a CR/NCR basis.

Prerequisites: Students must have completed 32 ch and have a GPA of 2.7 or better.

SCI2611Life Science For Educators (Grades K-6)3 ch (3C 3L)

This course is designed for undergraduates preparing for entrance to an elementary teacher education program. It is an introductory level course for students having a limited science background. The topics selected are based on the Atlantic Provinces Science Curriculum, 1995. Included are: properties of living things, life processes and organization of living things, populations, energy flow and cycles within systems, the earth and its atmosphere. This course is not open to science majors. 

SCI2622Physical Science for Educators (Grades K-8)3 ch (3C 3L)
This course is designed for undergraduates preparing for entrance to an elementary teacher education program. It is an introductory level course for students having limited science background. Demonstrations, activities and labs will be integrated into the lectures. The topics selected are based on the Atlantic Provinces Science Curriculum, 1995. These include topics in chemistry and physics for the grades K-8 Science curriculum. This course is not open to science majors.
SCI3003Co-op/WIL Work-term Report II0 ch (W)
A written and/or oral report on the scientific activities of a second Co-op or other Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience. Faculty approval is required prior to any placement. A component of the grade will be the supervisor's evaluation of the student. Graded on a CR/NCR basis.

Prerequisite: SCI 2003 or equivalent.
SCI4003Co-op/WIL Work-term Report III0 ch (W)
A written and/or oral report on the scientific activities of a third Co-op or other Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience. Faculty approval is required prior to any placement. A component of the grade will be the supervisor's evaluation of the student. Graded on a CR/NCR basis.

Prerequisite: SCI 3003 or equivalent.
SCI4999Interconnections in Environmental Sciences3 ch (3C/S) (LE) (W)
Capstone course for Environmental Sciences students. Using an evidence-based approach, students will reconcile scientific, economic, ethical and/or social perspectives on a contemporary environmental issue. The course may consist of invited seminars, group work, panel discussions, integrated learning opportunities, and written and oral reports. Groups will include students from different specializations. Typically taken in the final year of study.

Prerequisite: final year of program or approval of the instructor
SCICOOPCo-op Work Term
This designation indicates on the student transcript when they are away on a Science Co-op Work Term, and the name of the employer. A student aditionally gains a credit from either the Faculty of a science department for completion of a subsequent work-term report.
SCI4321Science Outreach Practical Experience3 ch (EL)

Developing practical experience in facilitating student engatement in outreach activities related to science. Students will reflect upon, write about and discuss their outreach experiences with the class and will develop a new outreach activity. NOTE: Registration is restricted to students with a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer and/or paid work in areas related to engaging youth in science, and who are enrolled in their final year of study, or equivalent, in a Bachelor of Science degree program. 

SCI2013Science Outreach and Educational Volunteering 11 ch (1C) (EL)

Practical volunteer work in some aspect of science outreach and/or science education for at least 20 hours in a term. Together, the student and their supervisor create a skills competency plan and needs assessment. Upon completion, students submit a reflective summary connecting their experience to transferable skills and core competencies identified during planning. The student and supervisor also complete a final competency review form. Students should seek permission from the Science Outreach Coordinator before registering.

SCI3013Science Outreach and Educational Volunteering 2 1 ch (1 C) (EL)

Practical volunteer work in some aspect of science outreach and/or science education for at least 20 hours in a term. Together, the student and their supervisor create a skills competency plan and needs assessment. Upon completion, students submit a reflective summary connecting their experience to transferable skills and core competencies identified during planning. The student and supervisor also complete a final competency review form. Students should seek permission from the Science Outreach Coordinator before registering. 

Prerequisite: SCI 2013 
SCI4013Science Outreach and Educational Volunteering 3 1 ch (1 C) (EL)

Practical volunteer work in some aspect of science outreach and/or science education for at least 20 hours in a term. Together, the student and their supervisor create a skills competency plan and needs assessment. Upon completion, students submit a reflective summary connecting their experience to transferable skills and core competencies identified during planning. The student and supervisor also complete a final competency review form. Students should seek permission from the Science Outreach Coordinator before registering. 

Prerequisite: SCI 2013