LS151 — STEM Literacy and Research
This is an interdisciplinary course designed for students who are interested in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). The course covers the philosophical foundations of contemporary science and mathematics; the creation and development of scientific research; scientific information vs. values, ethics, culture, economics, and politics; and the evaluation of popular and scientific media. Students will attend research seminars as part of this course where they will apply their understanding of these foundations, learn to think like a scientist, and identify how they will contribute to their field of interest. This course may be repeated for a total of three credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran’s benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course. (Spring Semester) Course Learning