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Science and Math
Science and Math
Science and Math
The Division of Science & Mathematics offers courses that can move your natural curiosity into the research field, funnel your love for calculus into a professional career, and offer advanced training to keep your career on track.
Have questions about a science or math course, program or degree?
Contact scimath@nwacc.edu.
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Contact Math and Science
- Math, Becky Paneitz Student Center, 3rd Floor
- (479) 986-6900 (Math)
- Science, Burns Hall, 1418
- (479) 986-6949 (Science)
- scimath@nwacc.edu
- M-Th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Astronomy
Learn to apply mathematics, physics and chemistry in an effort to explain the origin and evolution of planets, sun, moon, stars, comets, galaxies and other phenomena.
Biology
Study life and its living organisms, including cells, genes, plants, animals and the human body, and examine their structure, function, growth, evolution and more.
Chemistry
Take chemistry courses to learn more about matter and its composition, structure and properties as well as the molecular reactions between substances.
Engineering
Execute drafting and design techniques, solve complex problems and implement solutions in cost effective and practical ways.
Geology
Study the earth, its interior and exterior surface, rocks and other materials, and the processes that have formed these materials by taking geology courses.
Environmental & Regulatory Science
Learn how to use scientific knowledge to keep businesses and products in compliance with current regulatory agencies and create a safe and healthy environment.
Math
Build a strong foundation of knowledge in mathematics including counting, calculation, measurement and the systematic study of the shapes and motions of physical objects.
Microbiology
Take courses in microbiology and study microorganisms or unicellular or cell-cluster organisms such as bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi, prions, protozoa and algae.
Physics
Study matter and energy and the interaction between them, and answer fundamental questions through observations, experiments, measurements and analysis.
Science
Take science courses and learn through discovery, engage with scientific ideas and dig deep into various theories and concepts.
STEM
STEM is a curriculum based that educates you in four specific disciplines — Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - in a blended learning environment.
EMPACTS
EMPACTS is a college level learning model that infuses project-based learning, cutting edge technology, team work and community service across a broad curriculum.