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July 2006
Space also available in Biological Principles I & Principles of Chemistry I
A laboratory course in Applied Botany will be offered this fall through the natural and applied sciences program at USM’s Lewiston-Auburn College. Applied Botany and Laboratory (SCI 340) will examine the growth, structure, reproduction, and physiology of plants.
Botany is one of the oldest branches of biology. The Earth is home to more than 400,000 documented species of plant life. In turn, our planet depends upon these plants to nurture and sustain all living things. Plants play a critical role in the complex food web. Powered by light from the sun, carbon dioxide from the air, and nutrients from the soil, plants pass on this energy to the life forms that consume them. And with their beauty and variety, plants also provide humans with great aesthetic pleasure.
Dr. Ike Levine, associate professor and instructor for the course, notes that this class will also examine and discuss the role of plants in human affairs. In addition, the course may be of interest to those seeking certification as science teachers in Maine. (The Applied Botany course has a Biology prerequisite).
The lecture class will meet Mondays, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m., and the lab is scheduled for Tuesdays, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. The course will begin September 5. Please contact Ike Levine at ilevine@usm.maine.edu for more information about the course.
Among the other science courses offered this fall are Biological Principles I and Principles of Chemistry I:
SCI 105K Biological Principles I M 1:00 - 3:30 PM
An introduction to scientific principles underlying the unit and diversity of life. Prerequisite: completion of USM proficiency requirements in writing and mathematics. 3 Credits
SCI 106K Laboratory Biology I T 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Laboratory experiences illustrating concepts and principles introduced in BIO 105K. Concurrent enrollment in BIO 105K is highly recommended. Prerequisite: grade of C- or higher or concurrent enrollment in BIO 105K. 1.5 Credits
SCI 113 Principles of Chemistry I F 9:00 - 11:30 AM
A presentation of fundamental principles of chemical science. These principles will be presented in quantitative terms and illustrated by examples of their applications in laboratories and in ordinary non-laboratory experience. This course and SCI 114 (normally taken concurrently) provide the basis for further study of chemistry. Prerequisite: completion of USM math proficiency requirements. 3 Credits
SCI 114 Lab Technique I F 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Laboratory experiments to illustrate the principles that are presented in SCI 113 lectures. Three laboratory hours per week combining, recitation and practical lab work. Co-requisite: SCI 113K. 1 Credit
A complete fall course listing is available online at www.usm.maine.edu/lac/schedules
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