COS 301: Great Ideas in Science

COS 301-K01: Great Ideas in Science
(Fall 2025)

03:00 PM to 05:40 PM T

Mason Korea (119 Songdomunhwa-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, Korea) G304

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Nontechnical introduction to ideas that have shaped the growth of science, from the building of Stonehenge to modern theories of the Big Bang. The idea behind each major advance is treated in its historical context, with special attention to its importance in mankind's understanding of the nature of the universe. Intended for nonscience majors; uses little mathematics. COS 301 is the new course number for PROV 301: Great Ideas in Science. Offered by College of Science. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Natural Science Overview
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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