TYP015H1F: Reasoning in the Sciences

This course explores aspects of scientific knowledge that are readily applicable in everyday life and in academic settings. These include: fundamental scientific concepts, the processes of scientific inquiry, the scientific enterprise, and key discoveries in the history of science. A theme that runs throughout the course is science as a way of knowing and not the only way. To facilitate the appreciation of this theme, student presentations, guest lectures, a field trip, and audiovisual presentation of the science topics are incorporated into the course. Course delivery includes lectures, question/answer sessions, discussions, and class activities. Course evaluation consists of attendance, participation, take-home assignments, tests, and optional class presentations.