Undergraduate - Lee University

188 COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
MINORS
The Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics offers minors
in Biological Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science.
Biological Science
The Biological Science minors shall complete 18 hours in biology,
with at least eight hours in courses numbered 300 and above.
Chemistry
The Chemistry minor shall complete 18 hours in chemistry, with at
least eight hours in courses numbered 300 and above.
Mathematics
The Mathematics minor shall complete 18 hours in mathematics,
including Mathematics 271 and 272 and at least six hours in courses
numbered 300 and above.
Computer Science
The Computer Science minor shall complete 18 hours in computer
science.
Any minor should be approved by the department chair at some
time before a student’s senior year.
COURSE OFFERINGS
Astronomy
AST 111. PRINCIPLES OF ASTRONOMY
Four hours credit
A descriptive course designed to present the fundamental principles, as well as the historical
underpinnings, of modern astronomy. A subtitle for the course could be “astronomy
through space and time.” The course will treat foundations, the solar system, our sun and
other stars, the milky way and other galaxies of the universe. Recent discoveries will be highlighted,
and the subject will be presented descriptively from an experimental and observational
perspective. Prerequisite: College Algebra or its equivalent. 150 minutes lecture and
110 minutes lab per week.
Biological Science
BIO 103. HUMAN BIOLOGY
Four hours credit
A foundations course in biological science which focuses on the general concepts of life
as demonstrated by the human body through its chemistry, organization, and continuity. A
practical and relevant approach to understanding and maintenance is presented. 150 minutes
lecture and 110 minutes of lab. Biology 111 or 112 recommended for students with strong
biological science background. Non–science majors only. Offered every semester.
BIO 104. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Four hours credit
A course that presents elementary concepts of scientific methodology and discusses
issues relevant to understanding the natural environment and human activity. Scientific,
political, and socioeconomic aspects of human activity related to the environment will be
introduced and examined. This course will aim toward instilling an understanding of how
and what scientifically-based points of view have contributed to the current climate of discussion
regarding the environment. This course will emphasize the development of critical
thinking as well as investigative and comprehension skills. 150 minutes lecture and 180
minutes of laboratory/field experience. Offered every semester.