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Biology and Medical Investigation Protecting Our Natural Resources Frontiers in Chemistry & Physics The Science of Computing
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Doctors, geneticists, molecular biologists, or veterinarians, while these careers are all different, their foundation is the same, biology. Do you get into debates about stem cell research or cloning? Do you enjoy places like Sea World, botanical gardens, or even the zoo? In this FIG explore the vast careers with biology as a foundation. Find the latest up-and-coming or the most unusual careers in medicine, veterinary science, or research. Who knows, maybe you’ll work on a cure for AIDs, find a gene that causes heart disease, or identify a new animal species in the Amazon Rain Forest! Biology and Medical Investigation FIG students are enrolled in the following course: Freshman Seminar: Biology: Basic Concepts and Biodiversity (4 credits) A study of the evolution of the major groups of organisms including the fundamental concepts of biology. This course orients students to all aspects of the biology program at Penn State Behrend and the requirements of the biology major. Academic and career paths in biology will also be explored. This course combines the freshman seminar with the biology course. |
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“Save the whales!” “End air pollution now!” “Recycling starts with you!” Today’s generation of youth are growing up hearing these slogans in the media, on television, and in the classroom. But how do these various slogans translate into reality. Who actually goes and saves the whales? How do we stop air pollution from happening? How is a recycling program managed? Who makes sure that we are saving our environment today for tomorrow’s young people? This FIG will explore the numerous careers in environmental science and will give you some answers on what you can do to protect our environment. Protecting Our Natural Resources FIG students will be enrolled in the following courses: Freshman Seminar: Introduction to the Environment (1 credit) This course will explore a variety of environmental issues including global warming, the El Nino phenomenon, and the sink of Venice, among others. Find out what “cool tools” environmental scientists use. We will also explore career opportunities in the environmental sciences. Linked Course: BIOL 110S Biology: Basic Concepts and Biodiversity (4 credits) A study of the evolution of the major groups of organisms including the fundamental concepts of biology. This course orients students to all aspects of the biology program at Penn State Behrend and the requirements of the biology major. Academic and career paths in biology will also be explored. |
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Interested in a career in chemisty or physics? In the chemisty-physics first-year seminar you will meet the Behrend chemisty and physics faculty, and find out about the areas of research they are working in; from synthesizing new chemicals to searching for extra-solar planets. At Behrend, your training to become a practicing scientist will include more than taking classes and will eventually include hands-on experience conducting research. Find out about the opportunities for research that are available to you as you progess in your academic career. This FIG will also introduce you to resources available to help you be successful in college, both with academics and career planning, health and wellness, and other supporting services. Make connections early on with other students who are interested in having a career in chemisty and physics by signing up for this FIG today! The Chemisty and Physics FIG will be enrolled in the following courses: Freshman Seminar: Chemistry and Physics Freshman Seminar (1 credit) This course is intended to provide a basic introduction to the chemisty and physics programs at Penn State Behrend. This course is for those students who plan to major in chemisty or physics and for those students who have a strong interest in the physical sciences. Topics covered in this course are all areas of chemisty and physics including ethics and morality, research at Penn State Behrend, and current events in both disciplines. Students will also be introduced to campus programs available to them such as career development program, the computer center, health and wellness and more. Linked Course*: CHEM 012 Chemical Principles (3 credits) Introduction to the basic principles of chemistry with an emphasis on the relationships between the microscopic structure and macroscopic properties of matter. The principles are illustrated with a wide variety of examples from the sciences, from engineering and technology, and from everyday life.
*Enrollment in the linked course is dependent on the score earned on the chemistry proficiency examination administered as part of the Freshman Testing program. For more information, please contact the Division of Undergraduate Studies at 814-898-6260. |
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System programming! Database management! Scientific visualization! Telecommunications! Today technology is ever evolving and changing the way we do things almost overnight. All of this technology requires high-tech skills to manage everything! Computer programming, discrete math, and data structures are at the heart of managing this technology. If you have a passion for solving real-world problems related to technology, this FIG, for computer science majors may be an excellent choice for you. The Science of Computing FIG students are enrolled in the following courses: Freshman Seminar: Introduction to Computer Science (1 credit) This course will explore the different types of employment opportunities within the computer science field. Students will become familiar with the different computer science majors and the courses needed to complete the major. The students will also be oriented to Behrend campus. Linked Course: CSE 121 Introduction to Programming Techniques (4 credits) Design and implementation of algorithms. Structured programming. Problem-solving techniques. Introduction to a high-level, block-structured language, including arrays, procedures, parameters, and recursion. |
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