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May 20, 2024
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PHYS 077L KS - Great Ideas in Science
This course surveys a number of fundamental ideas in science that have revolutionized our modern conception of Nature and challenged our understanding of our place in the natural world. Examples include: Big Bang Theory; evolution, genomics and cloning; chaos theory; Einstein’s Theory of Relativity; quantum mechanics; debates about global warming; the analysis of risk and coincidence; game theory. Underlying scientific principles as well associated public policy issues will be described. The course is co-taught by faculty from various scientific disciplines. Enrollment limited to 24.
Fee: Laboratory fee $30.
Course Credit: 1.0
Offered: Occasionally
Please refer to the course schedule on the Scripps Portal for current course offerings and details.
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