28 courses in the 1987–88 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
SCI 205Physics of High Fidelity Sound ReproductionF,W 3C 0.5
Applies elementary physical principles to the study of the components of high fidelity systems. Will convey an appreciation of the physics of such systems and an understanding of the specifications of modern equipment. Includes several evening clinics during which interested students can measure their own or available systems using laboratory measuring equipment.
Prereq: At least one year of Secorr dary School Physics
Retrieving information and imparting the information you have to others; the art of speaking and writing; modern aids to producing scientific papers, reports, letters, etc,; and common errors in writing.
The impact of chemistry on modern society will be considered by discussion of a number of topics including: marijuana and other non-medical drugs; food additives; birth controls; cancer-causing chemicals; pesticides and other chemical methods to control insects; chemical warfare.
Prereq: At least one year of Secor dary School Chemistry
A study of the chemistry invoived in pollution problems encountered with consumer products and in selected industries. Progress on overcoming the Pollution will be discussed with emphasis on the Chemistry. (Open to all interested students.).
Prereq: At least one year of Secor dary School Chemistry
A Survey course in astronomy intended for non-Science students (primarily Arts, Environmental Studies, Human Kinetics and Leisure Studies students). The solar systems, stars, the galaxy, galaxies and the universe.
Open to first-year or upper-year students.
Not for Engineering, Mathematics or Science students.
A survey course in astronomy intended for Mathematics, Engineering and Science students. Newtonian developments in the solar system, the Sun and planets, stars, the Milky Way, galaxies and cosmology.
Open to first-year or uppear-year students in all faculties.
Students interested in the above courses in Astronomy (i.e. SCI 237, 238) should note that because of overlapping material both courses may not be taken for credit, only the one most suitable to their background. Students with a weak background in Physics and/or Mathematics may weil find it advisable to take SCI-238 before taking PHYS 275.
The influence of geological factors on the natural environmental: natural hazards; efforts of engineering works on the environment, geological aspects of water resources and water disposal with particular attention to solid waste (garbage) and deep well injection of liquid wastes.
Prereq: Students will find a course in Physical Geography or Earth Sciences to be an advantage. Students whose major field is Earth Sciences may not take this course for credit
An examination of recent advances in human heredity including the genetics, cytological and biochemical aspects of individual inheritance. The principles, of human population genetics will be discussed. The social imptications of some of the modern discoveries will be stressed. Students whose major field is Biology may not take this course for credit. Offered only by Correspondence for 1987-88.
A topical approach to problems of human society directly related to biological systems. Areas for discussion in any one year will be chosen from a wide range of topics. These will be dealt with both from the theoretical and practical aspects of modem biology.
Open to first year or upper year Students.
Students whose major field is Biology may not take this course for credit.
An introduction to the biological mechanisms of aging at the molecular, cellular and systemic levels. Topics to be discussed will include the theories of aging, methods for studying the aging process, the role of diseases in aging and chronological changes in organisms during aging..
Vision, hearing, smell, taste and other senses. A multidisciplinary view of some of the basic principles underlying these, with emphasis upon concepts which are common to all senses. Various aspects of the senses (e.g. social consequences of sensory impairment, esthetics, historical theories of sensory function) are discussed and demonstrated.
Origins and rise of some important scientific models. Resistance to and acceptance of new models. Strengths and weaknesses of some current models. Examples will be drawn from three different areas of science, and may vary from year to year.
Social and economic impacts of science. Analysis of biotechnology as an area of science expected to have substantial impacts on modem society. Aspects of this issue will be critically examined in this team-taught, multi-disciplinary course.
Prereq: Successful completion of one year of Honours or General studies. Year One students will not be admitted to this course.
SCI 265Scientists and the Science CommunityW 3C 0.5
Professionalism, ethical and political issues, and other aspects of how science is done will be raised. Memoirs and other writings of scientists about their science will be included in the readings. Prereq: Successful completion of one year of honours or general studies. Liberal Science Core Course
Occasional courses, for example taught by a visiting faculty member, or under development for future permanent status.
Liberal Science Core Course
SCI] 270 W 3C 05 Nuclear Science A non-mathematical general treatment of the following areas of nuclear Science: historical development and discovery of new fundamental particles; artificial transmutation of elements; nuclear sources of energy; biological effects of radiation and use of radioisotopes in industry, medicine and agriculture. The impact of nuclear science on social, economic and political systems will be discussed. Prereq: At least one year Secondary School Chemistry or Physics
An introduction to selected topics in _ human physiology and consideration of factors that influence normal physiological function. Topics discussed include the structure and mechanisms of action of nerves, muscles, the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. ‘ Antireq: BIOL 233 Offered only by Correspondence for
_ 1987-88.
CI 352 F,W,S T 05 Human Biology 2 An introduction to selected topics in human physiology. Attention will be given to the areas of homeostasis, nutrition, digestion, reproduction and the endocrine hormones.
[for Students in Co-op Applied Chemistry, Co-op Applied Physics, Co-op Applied Earth Sciences, Co-op Biology and Co-op Biochem- Istry (Biology and Chemistry) only] Technical reports covering work-term assignments are submitted by all Co-op Science students. These will be carefully evaluated for technical content and writing ability. Students admitted to a Co-op program with advanced standing should consult with the Department of Co-ordination and Placement regarding sequence of work terms and satisfaction of work report requirements. A word Grading system will be used and will range from Excelient to Unsatisfactory. This course will be added to the student's transcript at the completion of Year 4 and will be given 0.5 course credit; this credit is to be in addition to the regularly required number of course credits shown in the program listings.
SCI 454The Iniand Waters and Man's Effects Upon ThemW 2C 0.5
Study of lakes, rivers and streams from a biological point of-view, and consideration of the effects of pollution upon the animals and plants that inhabit them. Not available to students who have taken BIOL 451. Students whose major field is Biology may not take this course for credit.
A survey of world food production from the biologist’s viewpoint. Topics: nutrition; food chains; origins of agriculture; basic plants and animal food crops; primitive and modern scientific agricultural practices and the environmental implications of each.