Course Descriptions
The notations after each course title indicate 1) the semester during which the course is offered and 2) the number of credit hours, the number of lecture hours per week, and the number of laboratory hours per week for the course.
NSET 101 Introduction to the Natural Sciences and Engineering Technology—Fall/Spring/Sum (3-2-2)
An introduction to the professions in Natural Sciences and Engineering Technologies. Professional organizations for both areas will be addressed, along with any legal registrations and licensing needs for those professions. A section on ethical practices. A brief history of computers and their use in Natural Sciences and Engineering Technologies, along with the use of computer networks and telecommunication services for information processing and retrieval. Also a short discussion on technical writing, focusing on the areas of report writing and research papers.
NSET 110 Introduction to the Natural Sciences I—Fall/Spring/Sum (3-3-0)
An integrated study of biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics using the universal laws of science as a basis for an understanding of our surroundings. Qualitative, as well as quantitative, aspects of the laws will be discussed as they relate to the human body and technology. Thus, students will be able to make connections between the natural sciences and their everyday experiences. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or high school algebra.
NSET 111 Introduction to the Natural Sciences II—Fall/Spring/Sum (3-3-0)
A continuation of NSET 110. Prerequisite: NSET 110.
NSET 355, NSET 356 Natural Science and Engineering Technology Internship I, II (each course 3-0-15)
A faculty member directs students in the preparation of specified papers and reports related to the work experience, evaluates and grades the course and requires summation at conclusion of the work project. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
NSET 455, NSET 456 Natural Science and Engineering Technology Internship III, IV (each course 3-0-15)
A faculty member directs students in the preparation of specified papers and reports related to the work experience, evaluates and grades the course and requires summation at conclusion of the work project. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
NSET 295, NSET 395, NSET 495 Special Topics in Natural Sciences and Engineering Technology I, II, III (1-6 credits)
NSET 296, NSET 396, NSET 496 Independent Study in Natural Sciences and Engineering Technology I, II, III (1-6 credits)
Special Request Independent Study Fee: $60 per credit.
NSET 515 Current Issues in Science and Technology (3-3-0)
Discussion and analysis of contemporary issues in science and technology and their effects on society. Sample subjects are nuclear technology, energy resources and their management, and the environment. Includes a study of science writing and development of an approach to the gathering and processing of scientific and technical information.
