.. ■ 264 Professional Programs (majors and minors) allow students to pursue in-depth study in the science discipline of one's choice. They also allow one to experience a more diverse education through broader study outside of the sciences. Liberal arts graduates in the professional fields are able to find employment in a variety of entry- level positions directly related to their major discipline. They are also able to move into graduate school or professional programs. Liberal arts graduates have the education for significant career ladder movement in their discipline fields. They also have the background to exercise unique job mobility to become entrepreneurs and pioneer new career directions. Preprofessional Programs are designed for students interested in specific professional careers requiring additional education at professional schools elsewhere. Weber State has an excellent record of graduates being admitted into professional school programs. Professional Teacher Preparation Programs are designed to meet the needs of students seeking certification to teach in elementary and secondary schools. The Center for Science & Mathematics Education coordinates with the College of Education to provide opportunities for students to investigate science teaching careers. Career opportunities for teachers with majors or minors in natural science disciplines and in mathematics are excellent. Technical Education Programs are offered to meet the needs of individuals seeking vocational and technical preparation required for skilled job-entry or reentry employment, as well as for career updating and occupational enhancement. Currently two associate of applied science degrees and an associate of science degree are offered. A Certificate of Skill Proficiency in Chemistry is also offered. Students planning to major or minor in the College of Science should contact the appropriate department for assistance in planning their program. The details of the requirements for all majors and minors are listed within the respective departments. Students completing the teaching majors, minors, or emphasis will also work closely with the Center for Science Education and the College of Education. Center for Science & ^^.f:r:T:.!^:./-:r.!.r.': ^M-.T^:. ■ Director: Dr. Sharon Ohlhorst Location: Lind Lecture 231 Telephone Contact: Rebecca Shaw 801-626-6160 Effective science and mathematics education of the citizenry requires rich and active experiences with the concepts and methods of science and math throughout life. To this end the Center for Science & Mathematics Education seeks to share the resources and expertise of the faculties at Weber State with the surrounding schools and community. In addition, the Center offers Science Education electives for the Master of Education program (College of Education). MEduc 6100S through MEduc 6500S are especially appropriate for enhancing content, understanding, and pedagogy for teachers of grades K-6. MEduc 6500S through MEduc 6900S are designed for teachers of grades 7- 12. Master's students may also obtain elective credit by registering for 5000 level courses through science department chairs. Representative activities of the Center include: • Supporting the Ott Planetarium and Weber State Museum of Natural Sciences • Informing students of the opportunities available in science and mathematics education • Coordinating formal and informal workshops for area teachers • Sponsoring programs by which area K-12 students and their teachers visit the campus and utilize its resources • Sponsoring pre-student teaching opportunities for Weber State science students to lead activities in area schools • Seeking outside funding for teacher enhancement programs and to conduct research in science teaching • Organizing and participation in state level activities regarding curriculum, certification, and teacher performance • Administering science electives for the Master of Education Program The Center for Science & Mathematics Education also administers and advises students in the Physical Science Composite Teaching Major and the Biology Composite Teaching Major. Mathematics Education courses are listed under the Department of Mathematics. SCIENCE EDUCATION COURSES (Master of Education Courses) MEduc 6610. Life Science for Elementary Teachers (3) This course provides a background in concepts relating to living organisms and the interactions among them and their environment. The flexibility of these concepts is examined in light of research activities. MEduc 6620. Physical Science for Elementary Teachers (3) Basic concepts of the physical sciences (chemistry and physics) are covered. The importance of the scientific method and the design of experiments is addressed as well as basic facts and discoveries. Hands-on laboratory activities are an important part of the course. MEduc 6630. Earth Science for Elementary Teachers (3) A background in basic concepts relating to the formation, development, and history of the earth is provided. General concepts of the structure, composition, and modification of the planet (atmosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere) are investigated through laboratory activities applicable to elementary classrooms. Activities emphasize inquiry and appropriate activities for developing content, process skills, laboratory skills, and positive attitudes toward science. MEduc 6650. Understanding Science (2) This course examines the definition of science, the process of science, and the role of science in society. MEduc 6660. Life Science for Secondary Teachers (3) This course examines basic concepts relating to living organisms, interactions among them, and relationships with their environment. Concepts of structure, function, ecology, behavior, and evolution will be investigated through laboratory activities applicable to secondary classrooms. Content relates to current areas of public concern and advances in the life sciences. MEduc 6670. Physics for Secondary Teachers (3) A background in the basic concepts of physics is provided. Topics include laws of motion, gravity, energy, light, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics, radioactivity, and relativity. Laboratories investigate concepts applicable to secondary classrooms. Activities associate science content with appropriate activities designed to develop process skills, laboratory skills, and positive attitudes toward science. MEduc 6680. Chemistry for Secondary Teachers (3) A background in the basic concepts related to matter, its properties, and its reactions is provided. Laboratories investigate concepts applicable to secondary classrooms. Activities associate science content with appropriate activities designed to develop process skills, laboratory skills, and positive attitudes toward science. MEduc 6690. Earth Science for Secondary Teachers (3) A background in basic concepts relating to the information, development, and history of the earth is provided. General concepts of the structure, composition, and modification of the planet (atmosphere, lithosphere, and hydrosphere) are investigated through laboratory activities applicable to secondary classrooms. Activities emphasize inquiry and appropriate activities for developing content, process skills, laboratory skills, and positive attitudes toward science. Director: Dr. D. Jack Adams Location: Science Lab Building, Room 124 Telephone: 801-626-6058 I he Center for Bioremediation is a State of Utah Center of Excellence that facilitates development, enhancement, and marketing of biotechnologies for remediation and environmental restoration. Center remediation processes use biological methods alone, or in conjunction with chemical and physical treatment methods. Research goals are to understand microbial/contaminant interactions to enhance and develop applied remediation processes. Bioremediation research draws on diverse disciplines, including microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, geology, and environmental engineering. Center programs provide: 1. Assistance and collaboration with local, national, and international industry, universities, and federal agencies for environmental remediation and restoration 2. Multidisciplinary research and training opportunities for students, through employment and internships 3. Opportunities for students to learn and utilize new skills in undergraduate research projects 4. Collaborative environmental research opportunities for WSU and visiting professionals Providing hands-on undergraduate research experiences and environmental research opportunities for faculty are two of the main Center goals. Furthermore, the Center's affiliation with other universities provides a mechanism for student researchers to continue education and training through graduate research programs. rXy.. £mmm - mmfmmmim ::■■]■: Director: Dr. Barbara Wachocki Location: Science Lab Building, Rm 303M Telephone: 801-626-7559 I he Center for Environmental Services cooperates with other WSU offices, departments and colleges by providing assistance and training in current trends of corporate environmental responsibility and methods to cope with hazardous materials, wastewater and air quality. 265 The Center facilitates WSU partnerships with municipalities, and both the service and manufacturing sectors of business to encourage environmentally responsible economic growth along the Northern Wasatch Front of Utah. General categories of service offered by the Center include: • environmental management training and exam testing, • environmental advisement, • cooperative environmental research, development, and scientific testing, • integration of environmental management concepts into existing WSU curricula, and • Environmental Information Clearinghouse. Training topics include: environmental regulations and compliance, waste minimization, hazardous materials management, environmental safety, pollution prevention, air and water quality, and environmental audits. Chemical Technology Center . ■ ■ ■ ....:•'■ Director: Dr. Edward B. Walker Location: Science Lab Building, Rm 503M Telephone: 801-626-6162 I he Center for Chemical Technology is a State of Utah Center of Excellence. The mission of the Center is to conduct applied research on chemical problems leading directly to new and/or enhanced product innovations. Faculty and students of various science departments participate in research projects of the Center as appropriate. Students in the College of Science are employed in Center projects where they gain valuable work experience as well as earn money to assist in their educational expenses. Over forty Utah companies have benefited from various types of assistance from the Center. Furthermore, the Center attempts to bring Utah companies with diversified chemical interests together to form alliances that are mutually beneficial to them and to the State of Utah. • ,;:::J :;,;•■;.;,;::;. ■ Director: Dr. Keith Harrison Location: Lind Lecture Hall 104 Telephone: 801-626-6653 I he Museum of Natural Science is an educational facility available to students in elementary and secondary schools, college students, and members of the community. Exhibits of interest include Plate Tectonics, Valley Glaciation, Continental Glaciation, The World of Neanderthal Man, the Grand Canyon District, Edward S. Curtis Indian Photographs, the Ichthyosaur, Dimetrodon, Allosaurus, Sabertooth Tiger, Petroglyphs, sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks, minerals, fossils, and geological models. Teachers wishing instructional materials and/or activities concerning the Museum's exhibits should contact the Director of the Museum of Natural Science, 801-626-6653. The Museum is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except on holidays. Student group visits are encouraged in the afternoon. PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED ■ ■ ■■ ., FYE HNRS BIS LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science & Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT PRENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Hies COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART >ss&Econ MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH/MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Sciences MCJ/CJ ECON GEOGR HIST POLSC PHILO PSYCH SOCLWK GERONT SOCLGY ANTHRO AEROSP MILSCI NAVSCI Continuing Ed ■ Weber State University 2001-2002 Catalog Weber State U n i 2001-2002 Catalog V E R S I T Y