PSC

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Courses

PSC 105 Astronomy
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on fundamentals of astronomy. Topics include: evolution of the solar system, probability of life beyond Earth, and evolution of the universe.
Prerequisites: MAT 093 (minimum grade C for both) or MAT 105 or appropriate placement test score

Ohio Transfer Module Approved

PSC 110 Earth Science
4 Credits. 3 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on fundamentals of earth science. Topics include: geologic processes and history of Earth, techniques of weather forecasting, and methods for maintaining environmental integrity.
Prerequisites: MAT 093 (minimum grade C for both) or MAT 105 or appropriate placement test score

Ohio Transfer Module Approved

PSC 115 Energy
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on fundamental concepts of science related to energy. Topics include: historical energy sources, social costs of energy, and alternative energy sources.
Prerequisites: MAT 093 (minimum grade C for both) or MAT 105 or appropriate placement test score

Ohio Transfer Module Approved

PSC 198 First Year Special Topics in Physical Science
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Physical Science, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

PSC 199 First Year Independent Project in Physical Science
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Physical Science that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Physical Science faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

PSC 298 Second Year Special Topics in Physical Science
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Physical Science, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

PSC 299 Second Year Independent Project in Physical Science
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Physical Science that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Physical Science faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section