Academic Calendar - 2024
Western University Academic Calendar. - 2024
Integrated Science
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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 1 or Year 2 in the Faculty of Science.
Extra Information: 1.5 lecture hours.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Antirequisite(s): Chemistry 1302A/B; Physics 1102A/B, Physics 1202A/B, Physics 1502A/B, the former Physics 1029A/B, and the former Physics 1302A/B; Biology 1002B; Mathematics 1225A/B; Calculus 1301A/B and Calculus 1501A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 1 of the Western Integrated Science program and a minimum of 60% in each of Calculus 1000A/B or Calculus 1500A/B; Chemistry 1301A/B; and Physics 1201A/B or Physics 1501A/B or the former Physics 1301A/B.
Extra Information: 13 lecture hours and 10 laboratory/tutorial hours per week.
Course Weight: 2.00
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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.
Antirequisite(s): Environmental Science 1021F/G.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 2 of the Western Integrated Science program.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours/week, 1 tutorial hour/week.
Course Weight: 0.50
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An examination of properties and applications of materials that are important to modern society. This includes both natural and synthetic materials such as 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.
Antirequisite(s): Chemistry 3364A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 1301A/B, Chemistry 1302A/B, one of Calculus 1000A/B or Calculus 1500A/B, one of Calculus 1301A/B or Calculus 1501A/B, one of Physics 1201A/B or Physics 1501A/B (or the former Physics 1301A/B), and one of Physics 1202A/B or Physics 1502A/B (or the former Physics 1302A/B). Integrated Science 1001X can be used in place of Chemistry 1302A/B, Calculus 1301A/B, and Physics 1202A/B.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 3 or Year 4 in the Faculty of Science.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours/week, 2 tutorial hours/week.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 4 of the Western Integrated Science program.
Extra Information: 1 lecture hour. Pass/Fail.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 4 of the Western Integrated Science program.
Course Weight: 1.50
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Integrated Science
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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 1 or Year 2 in the Faculty of Science.
Extra Information: 1.5 lecture hours.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Antirequisite(s): Chemistry 1302A/B; Physics 1102A/B, Physics 1202A/B, Physics 1502A/B, the former Physics 1029A/B, and the former Physics 1302A/B; Biology 1002B; Mathematics 1225A/B; Calculus 1301A/B and Calculus 1501A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 1 of the Western Integrated Science program and a minimum of 60% in each of Calculus 1000A/B or Calculus 1500A/B; Chemistry 1301A/B; and Physics 1201A/B or Physics 1501A/B or the former Physics 1301A/B.
Extra Information: 13 lecture hours and 10 laboratory/tutorial hours per week.
Course Weight: 2.00
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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.
Antirequisite(s): Environmental Science 1021F/G.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 2 of the Western Integrated Science program.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours/week, 1 tutorial hour/week.
Course Weight: 0.50
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An examination of properties and applications of materials that are important to modern society. This includes both natural and synthetic materials such as 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.
Antirequisite(s): Chemistry 3364A/B.
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 1301A/B, Chemistry 1302A/B, one of Calculus 1000A/B or Calculus 1500A/B, one of Calculus 1301A/B or Calculus 1501A/B, one of Physics 1201A/B or Physics 1501A/B (or the former Physics 1301A/B), and one of Physics 1202A/B or Physics 1502A/B (or the former Physics 1302A/B). Integrated Science 1001X can be used in place of Chemistry 1302A/B, Calculus 1301A/B, and Physics 1202A/B.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 3 or Year 4 in the Faculty of Science.
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours/week, 2 tutorial hours/week.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 4 of the Western Integrated Science program.
Extra Information: 1 lecture hour. Pass/Fail.
Course Weight: 0.50
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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.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolment in Year 4 of the Western Integrated Science program.