STL 100: Matter, Energy, Life, and Systems
A course designed to develop the foundation for the literacy necessary to deal with technology-related
problems in modern society. Basic scientific concepts underlying matter, energy, life and systems
are introduced, and students engage in development of reasoning and problem solving skills characteristic
of scientists. The course is an introduction with applications to ecology, human biology and health,
energy transformations, and systems. Note: this course satisfies the prerequisite requirements for
STL 105, 115, 125, 135 and 145. Class meetings include lecture and laboratory. Special fee required.
3 credits.
STL 105: Commercial Systems Theme
A course that demonstrates the relationships between science and business. The roles of
scientific analysis, scientific knowledge and technology as vital tools in managerial decision
making in business are emphasized. Business related case studies that demonstrate that science
and scientific methods are components of typical business decision making problems are used.
Prerequisite: STL 100. Class meetings include lecture and laboratory. Special fee required.
3 credits.
STL 115: Environmental Theme
A continuing study of science and technology in the context of societal concern about problems related
to waste, matter and energy. A variety of the types of waste produced by modern society will be studied with emphasis on management techniques, toxic effects and recycling possibilities. An integrating course which employs the student’s understanding of science, technology and some current environmental problem areas in order to appraise
alternative futures. Technology assessment and systematic forecasting methods will be studied. Case studies and/or individual student projects will be used. Prerequisite: STL 100. Class meetings include lecture and laboratory. Special fee required. 3 credits.
STL 125: Health Theme
A continuing study of science and technology in the context of societal concern about problems related to the understanding and sustenance of health. An integrating course which employs the student’s understanding of science, technology and some current health problem areas in order to appraise alternative futures. Technology assessment and systematic forecasting methods will be studied. Case studies and/or individual student projects will be
used. Prerequisite: STL 100. Class meetings include lecture and laboratory. Special fee required. 3 credits.
STL 135 A: Energy Theme
A continuing study of science and technology in the context of societal concern about problems related to the production, distribution and uses of electrical energy. The flow of electricity in an industrial society will be studied with emphasis on the fuels, production processes, efficiency, impact and safety of this dominant technology. An integrating course which employs the student’s understanding of science, technology and some current energy problem areas in order to appraise alternative futures. Technology assessment and systematic forecasting methods will be studied. Case studies and/or individual student projects will be used. Prerequisite: STL 100. Class meetings include lecture and laboratory. Special fee required. 3 credits.
STL 145: Computer Music
A course designed to develop the foundation for literacy necessary to deal with science and technology through a study of computer music using the MIDI. The course will employ the student’s understanding of science, technology and systems to assess the societal impact of computer music along with its costs, benefits, and problems. Prerequisite: STL 100. Class meetings include lecture and laboratory. Special fee required. 3 credits.
STL 155. Exercise Science
The course will examine the basic science underlying exercise and its implications on overall health and fitness. The influence of exercise and athletic trailing on the human body will be studied in the context of a dynamic process. After introducing the basic biochemistry, anatomy, and physiology of the bodily systems (metabolic, musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, and nervous), a study of the effects of various exercise activities on these systems will ensue. Knowing the biology behind the structure and function of bodily systems, the rationale behind many training regimens and the fallacy behind many myths will be explored. Special fee required. 3 credits.
STL 165. Humans and the Earth System
The course will utilize the systems approach in studying the Earth system and the interaction of humans as part of the complex interacting whole. Each lecture will focus on a topic that affects the human population, the problems, the possible solutions and the underlying science. Extensive use will be made of the Internet and having students utilize the resources and data it provides in defining these problems. Special fee required. 3 credits.
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