Exploration and Experiment

Subjects

Chemistry and Engineering

Faculty

Dr. Jeffrey Cornelius and Dr. Otho Matthew Otte

Program Summary

Exploration and Experiment is a science-focused program intended to prepare you for success in a quantitative field such as chemistry, engineering, or physics. If you are considering a major in one of these subjects, you should definitely take this FYE. There will be math! In order to be successful, you should consider taking a college-level calculus course, if you haven’t already taken one. We will include a term project such as building a hoverboard, making chocolate, synthesizing an aerogel or a superconducting magnet.

CHEM 131: Fundamentals of Chemistry (4 SH, GESL)
This introductory chemistry course will develop your observation, quantitative, and scientific skills through learning and practicing chemistry. We will do this by researching, problem-solving, and performing experiments in the laboratory. Topics include the structure of atoms, working with conversions and math ratios, models of bonding, and understanding gases, liquids, and solids.

ENGR 160: Intro to Engineering Profession
This introductory engineering course will introduce you to the various engineering professions.  We will visit engineers and learn what they actually do in their jobs. You will also have practice in CAD, design, project management, fabrication, and testing.

GEN 101 EE: ILC Exploration and Experiment (3 SH)
The Integrated Learning Course will focus on the skills and process of conducting scientific research projects.

Please join us in the fall for Exploration and Experiment!

Note: Exploration and Experiment provides an introduction to the early-starting majors of Chemistry, Engineering, and Physics. We strongly recommend signing up for this FYE if you are interested in pursuing a degree in one of these programs.