MPAX 2843 - Special Topics in Science

Description
Focus on a specialized topic in natural or applied sciences to serve student interest for elective credit. The specific topic will be announced each semester the course is offered. Course will be taught with the EAST/EMPACTS model, where students experience course content, in part, through working with a team, utilizing some form of technology, to complete at a community service project.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
On Demand

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Students completing this course will:

Demonstrate specific knowledge, skills and/or attitudes relevant to the topic focus. These specific outcomes will be listed in the course syllabus.
Collaborate, coordinate and communicate effectively with other student team members, course instructor, facilitator and community contacts to complete a community service project
Demonstrate skill with at least one technological tool as part of a group project.
Orally present the process and results of a team project in a clear and compelling manner to an audience
Demonstrate skill in written communication in a written report of the process and results of a team project in a clear and compelling manner

Standard Practices
Topics: varies by topic focus

Forms of Assessment: if any- optional section)

Student individuals and teams must present their projects to an audience (or other group) and post on a website as part of grading for the course