SCIENCE - COURSES
SCIE-1000. Communicating Science in the Wider World
Through the lenses of UWindsor’s “grand challenges” (Environment, Health, Advanced Materials and Big Data), students will learn fundamental written and oral communication skills using both online and face-to-face methods. Lessons, labs, group work, and writing and presentation assignment will be incorporated in increasing literacy, numeracy and critical thinking skills. (1 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week)
SCIE-1001. Exploring Science
This course will introduce students to the principles of scientific research and provide practical experience in a field and/or lab environment. Students will be exposed to the methods and techniques of conducting research, including data collection, sampling, analysis, and knowledge dissemination. Current research topics and techniques in science will be included. This is a one-week course where students are required to participate in field and/or lab work. This course is only available for prospective undergraduate students and cannot be counted for credit for any current University of Windsor student. Students need approval from the Dean of Science (or designate). Grading as Pass/Fail based on successful completion of the course.
SCIE-1900. First-Year Seminar in Science
First-year students in the Faculty of Science will engage with faculty experts on a specific science topic of broad, interdisciplinary interest. Enrolment is limited to 24 students per section to allow for rich engagement between faculty and students, group discussions, and creative lines of inquiry. Classes will meet on average for an hour per week, and assessments will be based on in-class reflective exercises. The science topic of the First-Year Seminar will vary depending on the instructor(s) of that section. Course is open to first-year Science students only. A student may take the First-Year Seminar course only once. (Non-credit course. However, the course will appear on the student transcript. Participation will count towards activities leading to the L.E.A.D. medallion in the Faculty of Science.)
SCIE-3700. Special Topics in Science
Selected topics of current interest in Science. Example include: Science on the Stage: exploring the use of drama to enhance understanding of the role of science in society; Debating Science with Non-scientists: debate and argumentation techniques; The Science of Wine. (Prerequisite: consent of instructor and a program advisor.) (3 lecture or project hours a week.) (May be repeated for credit if content changes.)
SCIE-3800. Service Learning
Participation in experiential learning with community partners to provide students direct experience with the subject matter they are studying in the curriculum. Students are given an opportunity to enhance their academic learning by engaging with community partners to analyze and address community needs and solve problems related to social issues and community needs. Students will also reflect on their service experiences, and personal growth. May be repeated 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: Approval from the Course Instructor and the Dean of Science (or designate). This course will be graded Pass or Fail (3 credits)
SCIE-3900. Undergraduate Research Experience
Participation in discipline specific research activities under the direction of a faculty member in the Faculty of Science. Students will gain experience in the methods, techniques and ethical conduct of research. May be repeated 2 times for credit. Grading as Pass/Fail based on successful participation in research. Prerequisite: Students need approval from the faculty mentor and the Dean of Science (or designate). This course will be graded Pass or Fail (3.0 credits)
SCIE-3990. Internship
Students will participate in a 12-week work placement and complete an Internship Report. The internship is designed to enhance and complement their academic learning. The course requirements are structured to enable students to make connections between academic learning and on-the-job training, to further develop analytical and interpersonal skills, and to practice business writing skills. The internship experience also helps students gain a clearer sense of potential career paths and provides an opportunity to build professional networks. May be repeated 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: Approval from the Course Instructor and the Dean of Science (or designate). This course will be graded Pass or Fail. (3 credits)
SCIE-4000. Science in the Media
In this project-driven course, the students will choose (or be assigned) a scientific topic and focus on preparation of a portfolio of communications: from a critical analysis of the topic to newspaper articles to social media posts to interviews for broadcast to multi-media presentations. Topics may include broad concepts such as climate change or air pollution, or may be more narrowly focused onto a single scientific journal article. (Prerequisite: SCIE-1XXX (to be developed). Restricted to Semester 6, 7 and 8 students.) (1 lecture hours and 2 seminar/tutorial hours per week.)
SCIE-4580. Thinking Outside the Cage: Non-Animal Methods in Biomedical Research and Toxicology
The future of biomedical sciences lies in human-centred models. In line with emerging global trends, this course exposes students to key concepts and methodologies in alternatives to animal testing. From genomics to whole body physiology and systems biology to personalized medicine and computational toxicology, the course offers a comprehensive overview of human biology-based in vitro platforms for disease modeling and toxicology. Content will be complemented by case studies in biomedical research and chemical safety testing from academic, industry, and government experts. (Prerequisites: BIOL 2040 and BIOL 2131). (3 lecture hours per week).