GOALS FOR SCIENCE:

The goals for Science that underlie the National Science Education Standards are to educate students who are able to:

• Experience the richness and excitement of knowing about and understanding the natural world;
• Use appropriate scientific processes and principles in making personal decisions;
• Engage intelligently in public discourse and debate about matters of scientific and technological concern; and
• Increase their economic productivity through the use of the knowledge, understanding, and skills of a scientifically literate person in their careers.

MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Science is committed to upholding the overall mission and purpose of South College. Toward that end, the mission of the departmental unit is to create and foster the development of science related academic courses that will meet the diverse needs of their students and assist them in their preparation to become competent professionals, reflective practitioners, and service-oriented individuals.

Knowledge, critical thinking skills, and values learned in the core science courses will prepare South College students

• for professional health programs at South College and other educational institutions,
• for competency exams required for graduate level education, and
• for board exams for professional certifications.

COURSES OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT:

1. Anatomy and Physiology I and II
2. Biochemistry
3. Epidemiology
4. General Chemistry I and II
5. General Physics
6. Human Genetics
7. Immunology
8. Microbiology I
9. Organic Chemistry I and II
10. Pathophysiology I
11. Principles of Biology I and II

SCIENCE PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of required science courses the student will:

• Demonstrate competence in collecting and interpreting scientific information
• Develop basic skills in critical thinking and problem solving
• Develop an understanding of technologies utilized in scientific investigation related to the medical and allied health professions
• Prepare qualified students to successfully apply to professional health programs or graduate studies in science or health related fields