Rice Course Schedule, Fall 2000
Natural Science (NSCI)

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NSCI 111   SCIENCE TODAY I: PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY   Credits 3.00  Fall 00
* DISTRIBUTION COURSE: GROUP III
* RESTRICTED DISTRIBUTION COURSE: GROUP III
A survey of concepts in physics and astronomy that form the basis of the
modern, Big Bang cosmological model.  By focussing on scientific methodology
and a few universal laws, the course is intended to help students appreciate
popular accounts of cosmic discoveries as well as to form intelligent views of
other contemporary scientific issues.  Intended for non-science/engineering
majors.
001 HB 227 - TTH 09:25AM - 10:40AM      Toffoletto, Frank R.      Enr: 8 Max: NA

NSCI 141   SCIENCE FOR CHANGING TIMES I             Credits 3.00  Fall 00
* DISTRIBUTION COURSE: GROUP III
Application of topics such as atomic structure, chemical bonds, metals and
minerals, air, water, etc. to real life. Lab experiments and field trips as
related to discussion topics.
001 GL 105 - MWF 10:00AM - 10:50AM      Staff                     Enr:  Max: NA

NSCI 305   NEW VENTURE COMMUNICATION FOR SCIENCE AN Credits 1.00  Fall 00
New Ventures Communication teaches student involved in research or design
courses in science or engineering how to write an early-stage business plan and
give 10 minute financing presentations.
Also offered as ENGI 305.
Prereq-Registered in a research or design course or permission of instructor.
001 HB 453 - TTH 04:00PM - 05:15PM      Ferrill, June Olivia      Enr:  Max: NA

NSCI 477   SPECIAL PROJECTS                         Credits 3.00  Fall 00
No Description.
001 TBA - TBA                           Matthews, Kathleen S.     Enr:  Max: NA

NSCI 577   SPECIAL PROJECTS                         Credits 3.00  Fall 00
No Description.
001 TBA - TBA                           Matthews, Kathleen S.     Enr:  Max: NA