Science (SCI)
Courses
SCI 292 Special Topics: (3 Hours)
Prerequisites: Department approval
This course periodically offers specialized or advanced discipline-specific content related to diverse areas of science, not offered in the normal curriculum, to interested and qualified students within the program. Topics will not be repeated within a 24 month period.
SCI 292
- Title: Special Topics:*
- Number: SCI 292
- Effective Term: Spring/Summer 2014
- Credit Hours: 3
- Contact Hours: 3
- Lecture Hours: 3
Requirements:
Prerequisites: Department approval
Description:
This course periodically offers specialized or advanced discipline-specific content related to diverse areas of science, not offered in the normal curriculum, to interested and qualified students within the program. Topics will not be repeated within a 24 month period.
Course Fees:
NoneTextbooks:
http://bookstore.jccc.edu/Supplies:
Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.Objectives
- Complete relevant readings and/or research in the designated topic.
- Define key terms, and both explain, and apply concepts within the scope of the topic.
- Utilize research and/or analysis skills relevant to the area and issues of study.
- Engage in a reasoned and scholarly discussion about the special topic.
- Develop an understanding of the special topic that can be supported by such means as textual evidence or research.
Content Outline and Competencies:
Because of the nature of a Special Topics course, the course Content Outline and Competencies will vary, depending on the Special Topic being offered. The Special Topics course outlines must be designed in the standard format for all JCCC-approved courses and must include the standard course objectives for a Special Topics class. The course Content Outline and Competencies must be written in outcome-based language. In order to maintain course consistency, rigor, and uniqueness, each section of this course must be reviewed and approved by the Science Division Curriculum Committee and the Science Division Dean.Method of Evaluation and Competencies:
Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods: Evaluation will be based on typical assignments such as readings, discussion, written assignments (such as critical reviews or research papers), web-based research, individual or group projects, etc., dependent upon the needs of the topic and the instructor.
Grade Criteria:
A = 90 - 100%
B = 80 - 89%
C = 70 - 79%
D = 60 - 69%
F = below 60%
Caveats:
Student Responsibilites:
Disabilities:
If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.
JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.