Fairhaven Baptist College Catalog 2017-2019

DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE
SC 207 Introduction to Botany
In this course, plants are studied in the context of creation. Emphasized are taxonomy,
anatomy, and physiology rather than evolutionary relationships. Also included are fungi.
Fall semester, odd years, two hours.
SC 209 Introduction to Zoology
An introduction to the animal kingdom, vertebrates and invertebrates. Also studied are
bacteria. Emphasized are taxonomy, anatomy, and physiology rather than evolutionary
relationships.
Fall semester, even years, two hours.
SC 210 Human Anatomy and Physiology
A study of the body’s structure and function. The body’s major organs and systems are
studied. Laboratory animal dissection and practice in a biology classroom are also included
in this course.
Spring semester, even years, two hours.
SC 212 Introduction to Cell Biology
The study of the structure and function of the cell. Topics include cell division, protein
synthesis, and cellular metabolism.
Spring semester, even years, two hours.
SC 301 General Chemistry I
An introductory course covering the basic concepts of chemistry including units analysis,
terminology, chemical equations, the mole, the gas laws, and the structure of the periodic
table.
Fall semester, even years, three hours.
SC 302 General Chemistry II
A continuation of SC 301 that studies the chemistry of the elements and relation to their
location in the periodic table. The chemistry of acids and bases is also included.
Spring semester, odd years, three hours.
SC 401 Physics I
A course in classical physics designed for the prospective high school teacher. Newton’s
Laws are heavily emphasized along with the law of gravitation. Prerequisite MA 302.
Fall semester, odd years, three hours.
SC 402 Physics II
A continuation of SC 401 that emphasizes thermodynamics, electricity, light, and an
introduction to quantum physics and relativity. Prerequisite SC 401.
Spring semester, even years, three hours.
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