The expected Natural Sciences programmatic learning outcomes are as follows:

At the completion of the B.S. degree of the Natural Science Program, each graduate will have acquired:

• The problem solving, analytical, and communication skills that provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning and progressive career development
• A clear understanding of major science concepts and an awareness of how these connect various areas of the life and physical sciences

Specific Objectives of the program are that:

• Students will have the following attitudes:
  • Studying science is relevant to everyday life and can be applied to daily life
  • All areas of science are integrated and interconnected
  • Ethical conduct in science is important
• Students will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
  • Apply the scientific process, including inquiry, hypotheses building, designing and conducting investigative experiments
  • Principles of laboratory safety
  • Work in groups
  • Can give an oral presentation
  • Can locate and retrieving information
  • Can use mathematics and statistics to evaluate evidence
  • Can interpret graphs and tables
  • Can distinguish between fact and opinion with scientific evidence
  • Can write a scientific paper
  • Computer literacy