Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2023 - SCI 190 D100

Special Topics in Science Interdisciplinarity (3)

First-year Success Strategies in Science

Class Number: 6489

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 6 – Dec 5, 2023: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 10, 2023: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    Only Faculty of Science students may take this course.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Subject matter normally spans the expertise of at least two departments/units. The exact assignment of units (1, 2, or 3) will be announced prior to each term. This course can be repeated once for credit. Variable units: 1, 2, 3.

COURSE DETAILS:

This one-credit course will introduce undergraduate science students in their first year to strategies and skills that will help them succeed in their science classes. These will include study skills, time management, test-taking strategies, library skills, etc. There will also be presentations about the research conducted in various science departments. This class will meet weekly for one hour. Grades will be based on participation in in-class activities (50%) and a variety of assignments to be completed outside of class (50%).

 

Grading

  • Attendance/Participation 50%
  • Assignments 50%

NOTES:

This course will be graded on a Pass/Fail.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.