|
|
Academic Catalog 2014-2015 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses
|
|
|
|
| |
Liberal Arts: Mathematics and Science |
| |
-
LAMS200 The Universe 3 cr.
A study of how the basic laws of physics and astronomical observations lead to an understanding of the universe as a whole.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
All College Elective
|
| |
-
LAMS201 Algebra and the Computer 3 cr.
Algebra is introduced in a context relevant to adults working as artists and designers. Data sets from practical applications are used to develop a numeric, verbal, graphic and symbolic understanding of linear, quadratic and exponential functional relationships. Applications include use of data sets by artists, design of parabolic devices, motion graphics, tumor growth, pollution decay, and financial issues such as taxation, bank interest and credit card debt. Custom software is used to explain algebra in an interactive visual way particularly suited for visual thinkers, and commercial spreadsheet software is used for processing and graphing data.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
All College Elective
|
| |
-
LAMS203 Physics of Music 3 cr.
This course uses principles of physics to understand musical instruments, scales, and chords. Required background: Students must be able to find notes from written music on an instrument of their choice. The course will draw upon high school algebra.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
All College Elective
|
| |
-
LAMS205 Mathematics, Logic, and Knowledge 3 cr.
A study of the veracity of mathematics and mathematical thought. Axioms of mathematics, elements of formal logic, and Godel’s proof and its philosophical consequences are covered.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
All College Elective
|
| |
-
LAMS240 Biological Form and Function 3 cr.
An examination of the importance of shape, or form, to biological function. Students explore selected examples at several levels of organization (molecule, cell, individual, community) in a variety of organisms (viruses, bacteria, plants, fungi, invertebrate and vertebrate animals, embryos and mature forms.) The course seeks to increase knowledge of biology and compare biological and artistic form and function.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
All College Elective
|
| |
-
LAMS320 Environmental Science 3 cr.
A study of the fundamental principles of ecology, with the intertwining of many biological and physical science fields. The course distinguishes the scientific, technological, and social domains. This study of complex human impacts and environmental concerns (such as biodiversity, population size, food and energy resources, air and water pollution, waste management, recycling, and sustainability) also raises issues of environmental ethics, risk assessment, and policy planning.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
All College Elective
|
| |
-
LAMS400 Directed Study Math/Science 3 cr.
Directed Studies are designed to provide students
with the opportunity to pursue an independent
research project in a Liberal Arts and History of
Art area. Typically, the end result of this
project would be a research paper of 30 plus
pages, or the equivalent, as agreed upon by the
faculty member supervising the project. A
Directed Study is a 3-credit course. Because of
their advanced nature, Directed Studies Courses
are open only to seniors, and are limited to one
per semester. No more than two Directed Studies
may be counted toward degree requirements. You
must fill out and return a Directed Study form
with a complete description of the project
including a bibliography, and a description of
the final project. You must also register for
Directed Study.
Prerequisites: FRSM100
Lecture/Seminar
Culturally Diverse Content
Senior Elective
|
| |
|
|
Print this Page