CHEM 490 - The Scientific Endeavor

Credits: 3
Also offered as: NS 490 and PHYS 490.

An exploration of the scientific enterprise involving a study of foundational principles and assumptions of the scientific endeavor, its various methodologies, and its scope and limitations. This will include illustrations from historical case studies and “scientific revolutions.” Students will also study the ethical and moral connections between their personal and professional science lives. This course may not be used to fulfill the requirements of a science major.

Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing.
General Education: This course may be used to fulfill the Humanities: Philosophy requirement of the General Education Requirements when cross-listed with CC 300.