About Onward
Science Classes
Overview
Onward science classes are designed to
provide you with the basic skills needed for success in future science
courses at UMaine and to develop science literacy. Credit for these
courses will not count towards your bachelor's degree but they do count
for financial aid, and all UMaine add/drop and withdrawal policies
apply.
ONS 011: Onward Biology
Understanding life begins with
ecological relationships, including energy, nutrients, animal behavior
and the ecology of populations. Then attention shifts to the unity of
life, involving basic cell chemistry, the genetic basis of life and
evolution. Permission to register required. 3 credits.
ONS 011 Onward Biology Syllabus
ONS 012: Onward Chemistry
Topics include measurements and
calculations, matter and energy, chemical foundations and composition,
nomenclature, reactions, quantities, modern atomic theory, bonding,
gases, liquids and solids, solutions, acids and bases, equilibrium and
oxidation-reduction. Prerequisite: ONS 011 or permission. 3 credits.
ONS 012 Onward Chemistry
Syllabus
ONS 012 Onward
Chemistry Schedule
ONS 012 Onward
Chemistry Assignments
ONS 014: Onward Zoology
Introduces biological diversity and
classification of living things. Plant systems are studied as a key part
of the living fabric of the earth. Much emphasis is placed on animal
systems, including anatomy and physiology, embryology and reproduction.
Prerequisite: ONS 011 or permission. 3 credits.
ONS 014 Onward Zoology
and Botany Syllabus
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