Describes a course planned for bio-medical engineering students. Intended outcomes of the course include an understanding of medical problems, their courses, diagnosis and treatment, and an awareness of the physician's philosophy and approach. (GS)

States that the university often views the development of solutions to major social problems as unnatural to its role, and prescribes holism-oriented activities as a productive venture in solving these problems. (GS)

Presents questions and possible answers on organic nitrogen content of soils, molecular mechanisms involved in the light sensitive behavior of plants, and the metabolism of carbohydrates. (GS)

Evaluates a research paper-laboratory experience biology course developed in lieu of the traditional biology course. Results indicated this course to be of value as a way of showing students exactly how scientists work. It is recommended that this course not be a substitute for tradtional biology but be used to augment the understanding of…

Explains the use of cassette tapes of discussions on problems included in a chemistry course. The student is aided in converting the sentence form of a problem to the symbolism of mathematics. (GS)

Describes a microbiology course in which the students plan, attend, and report on their own field trips. Method of reporting included a detailed presentation to the class complete with photographic record. (GS)

Describes an environmental health science technology curriculum designed to provide technicians in the areas of air, water and wastewater analyses, treatment plant operators, public health enforcement officers, and pollution inspectors. (GS)