NSCI 090 - How to Study Science

Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 1-0-1
A study skills course for students who plan to enroll in introductory science courses taught by instructors from biology, chemistry and physics. This course will discuss study skills required for all science disciplines including note taking, outlining, reading textbooks, scientific writing, cooperative learning, and test-taking strategies. Techniques such as graphing metric conversions, significant figures, proper use of a calculator, and basic computer skills will be discussed. The issue of science phobia will be addressed by having students perform portions of experiments from all of the above-mentioned disciplines in a non-threatening environment. This course is especially appropriate for students with little or no science background.