Courses
Courses in Detail and Course Outlines for Integrated Science Courses
Please note - course outlines below are historical and times and locations are not current.
WISc Year 1 Course Details
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BOTH TERMS (FALL AND WINTER) |
| 0.5 |
Integrated Science 1000Z (How Science Works)
What does science look like today? In this interactive, discussion-focused class, students will explore what scientists do today and how scientific theories have evolved over time, examine the relationship between science and society, and develop the scientific-literacy and communication skills needed to make an impact on science in the future.
1000Z Course Outline
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WINTER TERM |
| 2.0 |
Integrated Science 1001X (Exploring Science)
Explore foundational topics in astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, mathematics, and physics through an integrated questions-based approach. Small-group interactions and interdisciplinary laboratory experiments are designed to foster teamwork, interdisciplinary thinking, and the development problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
1001X Course Outline
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WISc Year 2 Course Details
| Course Weight |
Course |
| 0.5 |
Integrated Science 2001G (Sustainability and the Environment)
An exploration of socio-scientific issues facing humanity, including climate change, food availability, energy/water supply, and biodiversity loss. The interdisciplinary nature and interconnectivity of these issues will be discussed. Students will access the scientific literature and government reports, critically evaluate the data presented and use it to develop cogent arguments.
2001G Course Outline
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See the requirements of the chosen Integrated Science Honours Specialization module:
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WISc Year 3 Course Details
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Course |
| 0.5 |
Integrated Science 3002A (Science in Your Community)
Make an impact in your community through this experiential learning course. Engage with a local company or non-profit organization to advance scientific literacy and help them address scientific problems. Mentor and inspire newer undergraduates. Examine the impact of science in communities across the globe. Construct evidence-based responses to scientific issues.
3002A/B Course Outline
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| 0.5 |
Integrated Science 3001G (Materials and Biomaterials)
An examination of the properties and applications of materials that are important to modern society. This includes both natural materials and synthetics including alloys, polymer/nanoparticle composites, and optical and electronic materials. Team-based projects will investigate a problem related to the development, manufacture or analysis of a new material or biomaterial.
3001G Course Outline
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See the requirements of the chosen Integrated Science Honours Specialization module:
Honours Specialization in Integrated Science with Astrophysics
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WISc Year 4 Course Details
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Course |
| 0.5 |
Integrated Science 4001Y (Peer Mentoring and Leadership)
Mentorship and leadership skills development for senior students in Integrated Science modules. Through both formal and informal interactions with students in Integrated Science, students in the course will refine a range of interpersonal and collaborative skills. Students will also engage in workshops on professional development and leadership.
4001Y Course Outline
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| 1.5 |
Integrated Science 4999E (Integrated Research Project)
Explore the investigative nature of science by performing an experimental or theoretical research project under the supervision of a faculty member while making connections between two or more scientific disciplines. Key aspects of the project may include experimental design, instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and the communication of results.
4999E Course Outline
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See the requirements of the chosen Integrated Science Honours Specialization module:
Honours Specialization in Integrated Science with Astrophysics
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