Department of Science and Mathematics

FACULTY

AMY M. WILSTERMANN, Coordinator, Department of Science and Mathematics, Associate Professor of Science, 2002—
BS, Oakland University, 1995; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2002.

STEPHEN M. BLAKEMAN, Associate Professor of Mathematics, 1993—
BS, Trevecca Nazarene University, 1977; MA, Indiana University, 1987.

LARRY D. BUESS, Associate Professor of Mathematics, 1980—
BA, Olivet Nazarene University, 1963; MAT, Purdue University, 1967;
MS, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1976; MS, University of Evansville, 1987.

ALFRED B. CAWTHORNE, III, Assistant Professor of Physics, 2006—
BS, Eastern Nazarene College, 1992; PhD, University of Maryland, 1998.

E. CHRISTIS FARRELL, Director of Medical Technology Program, Professor of Biology, 1995—
BA, Eastern Nazarene College, 1961; MS, The Ohio State University, 1968; PhD, The Ohio State University, 1971.

ANN K. FUQUA, Professor of Biology and Science Education, 1969-70, 1971—
BS, George Peabody College, 1955; MA, 1968; EdS, 1969; PhD, George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University, 1983.

SHANE KELLEY, Associate Professor of Chemistry, 2000—
BSC, Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, 1994; PhD, University of Tennessee, 2000.

MONICA A. PARKER, Assistant Professor of Biology, 2006—
BS, California State University, Long Beach, 1994; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2002.

R. ALAN SMITH, Assistant Professor of Biology, 2006—
BA, Cumberland College, 1991; MS, University of Tennessee, 1994; PhD, Vanderbilt University, 2003.

SAMUEL K. STUECKLE, Professor of Mathematics, 1996—
BS, Northwest Nazarene University, 1980; PhD, Clemson University, 1986.

Department of Science and Mathematics General Information

The following majors are offered by the Department of Science and Mathematics: Biology, Biology Education, Chemistry, Chemistry Education, General Science, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Physics, and Physics Education. This department offers minors in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, General Science, and Mathematics. The courses offered are designed to provide a database allowing the student to apply that knowledge in a professional or graduate school or in the field of teaching.

Mission Statement and Learning Outcomes for Academic Majors in Science and Mathematics

Biology Major

Mission Statement

The biology major seeks to prepare graduates who have a broad-based understanding of biology, including experimental and analytical laboratory techniques, that will prepare them to succeed professionally and in graduate/professional programs.

Chemistry Major

Mission Statement

The chemistry major seeks to prepare graduates who have a broad-based understanding of chemistry, including experimental and analytical techniques, that will prepare them to succeed professionally and in graduate/professional programs.

Physics Major

Mission Statement

The physics major seeks to prepare students with a foundational knowledge of analytical thinking, data collection and analysis, and experimental skills. This knowledge is coupled with acquiring understanding of the fundamental laws of the physical universe in a nurturing Christian environment. Development of the whole person for leadership and/or service roles is emphasized.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Majors will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles in the major.
2. Apply knowledge and skills in experimental and analytical techniques including health and safety precautions for laboratory procedures.
3. Clearly communicate scientific information both orally and in writing.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in use of computers and related technology for applications in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data and in making presentations.
5. Apply analytical and critical thinking to solving problems related to the major and to promote lifelong learning.
6. Apply Christian principles to ethical and moral issues related to their major.
7. Advance in their chosen professions and/or be admitted to and be successful in graduate/professional programs.

General Science Major

Mission Statement

The general science major seeks to prepare graduates who have a breadth of basic knowledge in biology, chemistry, and physics including laboratory techniques.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a General Science major will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts and principles in biology, chemistry, and physics according to the levels of courses completed in each subject area.
2. Apply knowledge and skills in experimental and analytical techniques including health and safety precautions for laboratory procedures.
3. Clearly communicate scientific information both orally and in writing.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in use of computers and related technology for applications in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data and in making presentations.
5. Apply analytical and critical thinking to solving problems related to at least two of the areas of biology, chemistry, and physics and to promote life long learning.
6. Apply Christian principles to ethical and moral issues related to biology, chemistry, and/or physics.
7. Advance in their chosen professions and/or be admitted to and be successful in graduate/professional programs.

Mathematics Major

Mission Statement

The mathematics major seeks to prepare graduates who are competent in reasoning and problem solving skills that will prepare them for success in technical professions and in graduate studies.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates with a Mathematics major will be able to:

1. Understand and construct mathematical proofs.
2. Solve significant problems using mathematical methods and appropriate technology.
3. Clearly express mathematical ideas, both verbally and in writing.
4. Demonstrate a comprehensive view of mathematics.

Mission Statements for Biology Education, Chemistry Education, Mathematics Education, and Physics Education are in the Teacher Education Programs Section of the Catalog.

Biology BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division biology courses.

Minor

(20 hours total for chemistry minor)

General Electives

Total

Biology Education BS (7-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Programs section of Catalog.

Chemistry BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division chemistry courses.

(Minor in Biology, Physics, or Math is desirable.)

Chemistry Education BS (7-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Programs section of the Catalog.

Physics BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses. Issues in Science is waived in lieu of upper division physics courses.

A minor in mathematics or computer science is strongly advised for physics majors.

Physics Education BS (7-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Program section of the Catalog.

General Science BS

The Laboratory Science, Mathematics, and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by required major and support courses.

Science Minors

Mathematics BS

The Mathematics and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by courses required for this major.

Students choosing Option 2 are encouraged to minor in physics, chemistry, or economics/finance.

Financial Mathematics BS

MAT 1510 Calculus I will be taken to satisfy the mathematics requirement in the Foundations Tier and ECO 2000 Principles of Macroeconomics will be taken to satisfy the Institutional Choice in the Human Sciences Tier.

Mathematics Education BS (K-12 Licensure)

See Teacher Education Program section of the Catalog for description.

Mathematics Minor

The Mathematics and Computer Literacy components of the General Education curriculum are fulfilled by courses required for this minor.