267 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 Jerry and Vickie Moyes 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 Jerry and Vickie Moyes College of Education. Center for Science & Mathematics Education Director: Dr. Sharon Ohlhorst Location: Lind Lecture 231 Telephone: 801-626-6160 tffective 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 (Jerry and Vickie Moyes 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. General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED interdisciplinary FYE HNRS BIS/BAT LIBSCI INTRD MINORS Applied Science & Technology CEET CS MFET/MET CMT CDGT ENGR AUTOSV/AUTOTC IDT SST TBE Arts & Humanities COMM ENGL FORLNG DANCE MUSIC THEATR ART Business & Econ MBA MPACC/ACCTNG BUSADM FIN LOM MGMT MKTG ECON/QUANT IS&T Education MEDUC CHFAM ATHL/AT HEALTH/NUTRI PE/REC EDUC Health Professions CLS DENSCI PARAMD HTHSCI HAS/HIM NURSNG RADTEC DMS NUCMED RADTHR RESTHY Science 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 Davis Campus WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY 2004-2005 CATALOG