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Frederik Meijer Honors College
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Phone: 616-331-3219 Frederik Meijer Honors College honors@gvsu.edu Glenn A. Niemeyer Learning and Living Center 1 Campus Drive Allendale, MI 49401 |
Science Courses Students must complete one Honors Life Science Course (3 credits) and one Honors Physical Science Course (4 credits) Computer Science majors are required to complete any one of the following CHM 115 and CHM 116 (physical science) Students must fulfill the other science requirement with an Honors science course. For example, if a student completes CHM 115 and CHM 116 sequence; the life science requirement needs to be fulfilled through an Honors life science course (HNR 242, 245, or 247). Life Science Courses (one of the following) 3 credits each Plants are the dominant organisms on the landscape and are often taken for granted. The ecology, structure, function, genetics, and variety of plants are studied in order to develop an appreciation of the dependence of humans upon them for food, oxygen, shelter, medicines, and pleasure. Course: HNR 245 01: Microbes and Society (Fall 2009) Schedule: TR 3:00-4:15 Requirements Fulfilled: Life Science This course addresses the fundamental nature of microorganisms, how microorganisms make us sick and how we deal with infections, and the role of microorganisms in global warming. In the course, you will learn how microbes are classified and organized and what makes a microbe infectious or not. The course will also help you understand the many positive aspects of how humans exploit microorganisms in food production, such as yogurt, beer and cheese, medicine production, such as antibiotics, and sewage treatment. We will also discuss how microorganisms have influenced human history including how they have been used in past and current warfare. Since microbes can cause tremendous suffering or provide countless benefits, after taking the course you will appreciate how microorganisms greatly affect our everyday lives. Professor Rod Morgan, Associate Professor of Biology Course: HNR 247 01: Molecules of Life (Winter 2010) Schedule: TR 1:00-2:15 Requirements Fulfilled: Life Science This course is an introduction to basic biological concepts in the context of human health and disease. These concepts will provide the foundation for understanding the interplay between biotechnology and emerging strategies in health care. The impact of biotechnology on the social, economic, cultural, political and ethical aspects of society will be explored. Professor Debra Burg, Associate Professor of Biomedical Sciences
HNR 241, section 2: The Earth, a Global View (Winter 2010)
Schedule: W 6:00-8:50
Requirements Fulfilled: Physical Science and Lab
NOTE: This section includes a trip during the spring session. To register, please email Prof. Greg Wilson at wilsong@gvsu.edu This introductory geology course focuses on the dynamic nature of our planet. Earth materials and processes are studied by examining Earth’s major geologic cycles. Students learn the fundamental principles of geology during the winter semester, and then participate in a 2-3 week field trip to the western United States during the summer. Students will experience geology in the field while hiking and camping in a number of National Parks. This course is limited in size and requires instructor permission to enroll. There is an additional fee to cover costs of the trip.
Professor Greg Wilson, Professor of Geology Course: HNR 246 10 and 901: Chemistry in Perspective (Fall 2009 & Winter 2010) Schedule: WF 1:00-2:50 Requirements Fulfilled: Physical Science and Lab Chemistry in Perspectiveis a one-semester course in Chemistry for non-science majors in the Honors course. A guided-inquiry course, students actively learn the subject matter and develop essential skills by working in self-managed teams on activities that involve guided discovery, information processing, critical thinking, and problem solving and that includes reflection on learning and assessment of performance. Some topics include ‘Chemical Structure and Global Warming’, ‘Our Energy Resources and The Laws of Thermodynamics’, ‘Chemical Reactivity and Stratospheric Ozone Depletion’, and ‘Nuclear Chemistry and The Life Cycle of Stars’. Professor Edward Baum, Professor of Chemistry -----OR------ Complete the following sequence to fulfill both life and physical science requirements (Students must take these courses consecutively): Course: HNR 243 10 and 901: The Human Body in Motion I (Fall 2009) Schedule: TR 1:00-3:45 Requirements Fulfilled: Physical Science and Lab This course is the first semester in the two-semester sequence fulfilling the General Education requirements in science for Honors students. The structure and function of human movement as well as the nature of science will be examined from biological, chemical, and physical perspectives in order to develop an appreciation for the human body. Professor James Scott, Associate Professor of Movement Science Professor Brad Ambrose, Associate Professor of Physics Professor Edward Baum, Professor of Chemistry Course: HNR 244 01: The Human Body in Motion II (Winter 2010)
Schedule: TR 2:30-3:45
Requirements Fulfilled: Life Science
In this second course of a two-course sequence, students continue their study of human performance from biological, chemical, and physical perspectives. Specifically, the students themselves design, develop, and execute independent projects that extend beyond the background material covered in the first course of the sequence. To fulfill part of the course requirements, students report on the results of their project during Student Scholarship Day.
Professor James Scott, Associate Professor of Movement Science
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