NSC Course Descriptions

NSC1001 Science and Technology in Developing Countries [CDiv] (3)
Three hours lecture, discussion. Studies the effects of information from and methodology of modern science in developing countries. Investigtes the impact of technological advances such as computers, genetic engineering, pesticides, and fertilizers on the environment, values, and social institutions of these countries. Not recommended for students who have taken NSC1018, NSC2018 or BIO2108.

NSC1003 Revolutionary Women and Minorities in Science [CDiv] (3) 
Three hours lecture, discussion.  How long have women and minorities been active in science?  This course explores the disparity between the contributions of women and minorities in science and engineering throughout history and their under-representation in these fields.  We will study the contributions of many notable scientists including Marie Curie, Gerty Cory, St. Elmo Brady, Marie Daly, Alejandro Zaffaroni, and Luis Frederico Lelois, and examine the gender, class, and racial prejudices they experienced.

NSC1012 Introduction to Nutrition (3)
Prerequisite: Math Placement Level 1
Three hours lecture. Studies the major nutrients and their functions. Includes digestion, metabolism, disorders, food fads, obesity, and proper diet for health.

NSC1018 Nutrition and Health in Developing Countries [CDiv] (3)
Prerequisite: Math Placement Level 1
Three hours lecture, discussion. Studies nutrition and health issues in developing countries, including a critical look at causes and solutions to world hunger. Introduces the major nutrients and proper diet for health. Not recommended for students who have taken NSC1012.

NSC2001 Science and Technology in Developing Countries [CDiv] (3)
Three hours lecture, discussion. Studies the effects of information from and methodology of modern science in developing countries. Investigtes the impact of technological advances such as computers, genetic engineering, pesticides, and fertilizers on the environment, values, and social institutions of these countries. The amount of work required for upper-division credit will differ in both quantity and quality from that required for lower-division credit. Not recommended for students who have taken NSC1018, NSC2018 or BIO2108.

NSC2003 Revolutionary Women and Minorities in Science [CDiv] (3) 
Three hours lecture, discussion.  How long have women and minorities been active in science?  This course explores the disparity between the contributions of women and minorities in science and engineering throughout history and their under-representation in these fields.  We will study the contributions of many notable scientists including Marie Curie, Gerty Cory, St. Elmo Brady, Marie Daly, Alejandro Zaffaroni, and Luis Frederico Lelois, and examine the gender, class, and racial prejudices they experienced. The amount of work required for upper-division credit will differ in both quantity and quality from that required for lower-division credit.

NSC2007 Development of Scientific Thinking (3)
Lecture, discussion. Explores the nature of scientific thinking processes in the context of child development. Studies the roles of direct experience, technology, and conceptual changes in scientific learning with reference to values and ethical principles.

NSC2012 Introduction to Nutrition (3)
Prerequisite: Math Placement Level 1
Three hours lecture. Studies the major nutrients and their functions. Includes digestion, metabolism, disorders, food fads, obesity, and proper diet for health. The amount of work required for upper-division credit will differ in both quantity and quality from that required for lower-division credit.

NSC2018 Nutrition and Health in Developing Countries [CDiv] (3)
Prerequisite: Math Placement Level 1
Three hours lecture, discussion. Studies nutrition and health issues in developing countries, including a critical look at causes and solutions to world hunger. Introduces the major nutrients and proper diet for health. Not recommended for students who have taken NSC1012. The amount of work required for upper-division credit will differ in both quantity and quality from that required for lower-division credit.

NSC2432 Writing for the Sciences (3)
Prerequisite: ENG1032
This advanced writing course is designed for students in the natural and social sciences. Students will practice and develop mastery of the conventions, formats, structures, and precise language essential for effective writing in the sciences. This course emphasizes writing as a process, using peer review and multiple revisions as keys to developing writing skills. This course satisfies NDNU's upper division writing requirement.