ESSC 506 Nature of Science

This course examines the nature of scientific evidence, inquiry, hypothesis, models and laws. The development of science is put in the context of the structure and history of the scientific community. Interactions among scientists and between scientists and the rest of society are studied from an ethical perspective.

Often cross-listed with ESSC 406, BIO 406, and CHEM 406

Credit 1 hr
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall (odd yrs., in-person)

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) - BIO 406, BIOL 406, BIO 506, ESSC 406, CHEM 406
Course History -
New Course 10/2015, effective Fall 2016

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