CHEM 406 The 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

BIO 406

and

ESSC 406

Credit 1 hr May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Irregular Schedule (see dept.)

Prerequisites - CHEM 123 and CHEM 124
Restriction by Major - Secondary Education Biology [BS], Secondary Education Chemistry [BS], Secondary Education Earth Science [BS], Secondary Education Integrated Science Comprehensive [BS], or Secondary Education Physics [BS]
Restriction by Class - Sophomore standing or above

Equivalent Course(s) - BIO 406, BIO 506, BIOL 406, ESSC 406, ESSC 506
Course History -
Course Rotation updated 12/2021; Course Rotation added 1/2015; Cross-Listed 9/2011

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