CWU Summer 2021 Wildcat Guide

K8: SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

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BIOL 204 - The Science and Practice of Growing Plants BIOL 300 - Introduction to Evolution IT 202 - Change Ready: Technology Skills for Civic and Community Leaders SCED 103 - Integrated Physical Science (STP 201, 202)* - Must take both STP 201 - Inquiry Approaches to Teaching STP 202 - Inquiry Based Lesson Design CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

HEALTH ANDWELL-BEING PERSPECTIVES ON CURRENT ISSUES

BIOL 201 - Human Physiology BIOL 205 - Microbes and Mankind CS 107 - Make a Game with Computer Science ENST 202 - Environment and Society ETSC 101 - Modern Technology and Energy FIN 101 - Financial Literacy GEOG 111 - The Power of Maps GEOL 108 - Earth and Energy Resources GEOL 302 - Oceans and Atmosphere IEM 302 - Energy, Environment, and Climate Change IT 105 - Protecting Your Online Identity IT 111 - Your Digital Footprint and the Web MATH 210 - Statistics, Society, and Decisions NUTR 101 - Introduction to Human Nutrition PHYS 304 - Astrobiology: Origins and Search for Life in the Universe

ACCT 301 - Accounting Skills for Non-Accounting Majors ANTH 120 - Archaeology: Science of the Past BIOL 201 - Human Physiology BIOL 205 - Microbes and Mankind CS 102 - Health and Technology FIN 101 - Financial Literacy GEOL 302 - Oceans and Atmosphere IT 105 - Protecting Your Online Identity NUTR 101 - Introduction to Human Nutrition SHM 102 - Occupational Health

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

ACCT 301 - 5 credits : An overview of accounting, tax, and finance from the viewpoint of the financial statement user. Students will learn basic financial language and analysis skills for assessing enterprise performance. Customized topics for students in various majors. The course is recommended for any individuals not majoring in accounting or business. This course is not open to accounting or business administration majors. ANTH 120 - 5 credits : Introduction to the concepts, methods, and development of archaeology, as well as key discoveries from the ancient world. Illustrations of how fields of science are combined to uncover past human achievements and diverse cultures. BIOL 201 - 5 credits : An introduction to the function of human cells, organs, and organ systems as it relates to health and well-being current developments, and society. Not open to students with credit in BIOL 455; may not be counted toward a major or minor in the department of biological sciences. BIOL 204 - 5 credits : An introduction to the scientific principles and real-world practices of growing plants for household, community, and horticultural uses. The course will cover topics ranging from physiology to sustainability and involves independent and community-focused projects. BIOL 205 - 5 credits : Microbes are significant in our daily lives. The course covers disease and epidemics, prevention and control of infectious disease, the necessity of microbes in health, and the use of microbes for the benefit of mankind. BIOL 300 - 5 credits : An introduction to the Darwinian theory of evolution. Exploration of the mechanisms of evolutionary change, speciation, and macroevolutionary patterns of the evolution of life on Earth including humans. May not be counted toward a major or minor in the department of biological sciences. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or above. BIOL 302 - 5 credits : Basic concepts of ecology with emphasis on ecosystems and populations and how human activities and attitudes relate to these basic concepts. May not be counted toward a major or a minor in the department of biological sciences.

CHEM 101 - 5 credits : Introduction to chemical principles and applications for non-scientists, with a focus on the interaction of human beings with the natural environment, 4 hours lecture and 2 hours lab weekly. CS 102 - 4 credits : Students will analyze the impact of health factors through construction of a personal health index calculator, create health analysis tools with instantaneous updating, and evaluate the pros and cons of technology in the health field. CS 105 - 4 credits : Students develop mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills by learning the fundamentals of computer programming. Students gain an understanding of possible connections between technology and artistic expression. CS 107 - 4 credits : This course provides an overview of gaming within the field of computer science including social, cultural, ethical, legal, and economic issues. Software engineering principles will be introduced and applied to a game development. EET 101 - 4 credits : An introduction to electronics history, analog and digital circuit components, common troubleshooting practices, and circuit analysis techniques, with an emphasis on modern devices and their impact on society. ENST 202 - 5 credits : The physical and cultural dimensions of environmental problems with particular emphasis given to the interaction between ecosystems, basic resources, population dynamics, and culture. ETSC 101 - 5 credits : A study of how basic scientific principles are applied daily in industrial societies through a survey of transportation, energy and power, construction, and consumer product technologies. FIN 101 - 5 credits : An introduction to financial concepts relevant to everyday savers. Topics include stocks, bonds, indexes, mutual funds, the power of compounding, investing in stocks, valuation of stocks, behavioral finance, the effects of the macroeconomy on investments, and stock market valuation.

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