What is in everyday items?
Science in Everyday Life is a course that aims to explore and explain the structure and use of common goods. This course will investigate consumer goods to better the understanding of their use and their effects on the planet.
Modules
The Basics
The scientific method, measurements, the periodic table, atoms and molecules, properties of substances, and the classifications of matter.
Environment & Agriculture
Exploration of agriculture, GMOs, pesticides, and their effects on the environment.
You Are What You Eat
Exploration of foods and the common effects on the human body.
Chemicals of the Mind
Exploration of common drugs and their effects on the human body.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Exploration of the structure of personal care items and how we use them.
Plastics & Packaging
Exploration of the structures, durability, and use of plastic byproducts and their effects on the environment.
Energy Use
Exploration of the use of energy through fossil fuels, solar and wind power, and other renewable energy sources.
Consumer Science
Environment
Consumer Science helps protect and encourage growth within the environment. By understanding the chemical structure of products, we are able to develop healthy products for the environment.
Renewability
Consumer Science helps to create healthy and renewable resources for the environment and our bodies.
Humankind
Consumer Science develops an understanding of what we use for and on our bodies and provides healthy alternatives for unhealthy products.
