2. teaching methods

TQF3 Course Specifications

Natural Sciences in General Education Courses

July 2011

Mahidol University International College

Table of Contents 1 | Page

General Education Courses Page

Natural Sciences

1 ICNS 101 Introduction to Mathematics B 1

2 ICNS 102 Principles of Mathematics B 10

3 ICNS 103 Fundamental Mathematics B 21

4 ICNS 104 Fundamental Statistics B 30

5 ICNS 105 Basic Mathematics B 41

6 ICNS 111 Essentials of Biology B 51

7 ICNS 112 Integrated Biology B 60

8 ICNS 114 The Science of the Human Body B 69

9 ICNS 115 Hominid Evolution and Primate Society B 77

10 ICNS 116 Mushrooms, Molds and Mankind B 86

11 ICNS 117 Plants, People and Society B 95

12 ICNS 121 Essentials of Chemistry B 105

13 ICNS 122 Principles of Chemistry B 115

14 ICNS 131 Essentials of Physics B 124

15 ICNS 132 Principles of Physics B 133

16 ICNS 133 Introduction to Astronomy B 141

17 ICNS 141 Computer Essentials B 150

18 ICNS 142 Internet Technology B 159

19 ICNS 143 Fundamental of Computer Science B 168

20 ICNS 152 Southeast Asian Ecology B 178

21 ICNS 153 Ecosystems and Natural Resources B 188

22 ICNS 154 Technology and the Human Condition B 197

23 ICNS 161 General Geology B 206

24 ICNS 171 The Scientific Approach and Society B 215

25 ICNS 211 The Science of Food B 226

26 ICNS 212 Essentials of the Food Industry B 234

27 ICNS 252 Marine Biology B 242

28 ICNS 256 Sustainable Development B 250

29 ICNS 257 Environmental Issues: past, present and future B 258

Table of Contents

General Education Courses, Natural Sciences B 1 | P a g e

Course Specification

Name of institution Mahidol University

Campus/faculty/department Salaya Campus/International College/Science Division/ Natural Sciences for

General Education Program

Section 1 General Information

1. Course code and course title

Thai ICNS 101 คณิตศาสตรเบื้องตน

English ICNS 101 Introduction to Mathematics

2. Number of credit 4 (4-0-8)

(Lecture 4 hours/laboratory 0 hour/self study 8 hours/ week)

3. Curriculum and type of subject

3.1 Curriculum offerred in every curriculum in bachelor’s level

3.2 Type of subject General Education

4. Responsible faculty member Assoc.Prof.Chinda Tangwongsan

5. Trimester / year of study

5.1 Trimester All trimesters/1st

5.2 Number of students 5-30 students

year

6. Pre-requisites ICNS 100 Intensive Mathematics

7. Co-requisites -

8. Venue of study Mahidol University, Salaya campus

9. Date of latest revision January 2011


Section 2 Goals and Objectives

1. Goals

After successful completion of this course, students should be able to describe single-variable

differential and integral calculus, partial derivatives, and the application thereof.

2. Objectives of development/revision

To revise course in order to be up-to-date and relevant to the current situation.

Section 3 Course Management

1. Course descriptions

ลิมิตและความตอเน่ือง การหาอนุพนัธ และการ integrate เบื้องตน รวมทั้งการประยุกตใช

Limit and continuity, introduction to differential and integral calculus with applications.

2. Credit hours / trimester

Lecture Additional class Laboratory / field trip/ internship Self study

44 hours

(4 hour x 11 weeks)

- - 88 hours

(8 hours x 11 weeks)

3. Number of hours that the lecturer provides individual counseling and guidance

2 hours/week


Section 4 Development of Students’ Learning Outcome

1. Expected outcome on students’ skill and knowledge

• Students will be able to solve algebraic problems involving limits and continuity, differentiation,

relative extrema, integration, and partial derivatives;

• Students will be able to explain how the techniques of derivatives, integrals, and partial derivatives

can be applied to business and economics.

2. Teaching methods

1. Lecture

2. Worksheets

3. Homework

4. Self-study

3. Evaluation methods

1. Morality and Ethics

1.1 Expected outcome on morality and ethics

(1) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity (2) Have discipline, self and social responsibility

(3) Have a positive attitude in professional and express their morality and ethics

(4) Be responsible and participate in activity for development

(5) Can adjust to work in team both as leader or follower

(6) Respect and follow rules and regulations of institution and society

(7) Respect other people’s right and are a good listener

1.2 Teaching methods

Learning Centered Education: Emphasis on knowledge development, important skills in career

development and living, encourage students to use their full potentials

(1) Lecture

(2) Case studies with past experiences and current events

(3) Emphasis on morality and ethics

(4) Group discussion

(5) Group assignment

1.3 Evaluation methods


(1) Written examination

(2) Presentation

(2) Class attendance, class participation and behavior in class

(3) On-time submission of reports and assignments and their quality

2. Knowledge development

2.1 Expected outcome on knowledge development

(1) Knowledge of theories and concepts in evolution of art and sciences in the Thai and global

communities (2) Analysis of causes and consequences of events/situations/problems and solutions to current

case studies

(3) Analyze impact of work and problems

(4) Keep up on academic progress and situations occurring in everyday’s life and global society




(1) Lecture





(2) Presentation



3. Intellectual development

3.1 Expected outcome on intellectual development

(1) Have analytical thinking (2) Can apply theoretical and practical knowledge to their real life activities

(3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problem and synthesize of solutions and precautions


(1) Real experience teaching and encourage on skill development besides the professional skill

(2) Project assignment and presentation


(3) Analysis of case studies


(1) Presentation of knowledge synthesis


(3) On-time submission of reports and assignment and their quality

4. Interpersonal relationship and responsibility

4.1 Expected outcome on Interpersonal relationship and responsibility

(1) Express appropriate opinion (2) Can adjust to work in team both as leader or follower

(3) Self development both in academic and professional career and have responsibility for

assignment (individual / group)


(1) Group participation in case studies

(2) Assignment of group and individual reports

(3) Encourage real-life experience and current events in teaching



(2) Presentation



5. Mathematical analytical thinking, communication skills, and information technology skills

5.1 Expected outcome on mathematical analytical thinking, communication skills, and information

technology skills

(1) Can use their effective communication skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) to

communicate with others in group meeting, project workshop, and presentation (2) Can use information technology for communication in appropriate ways

(3) Develop analytical skills from case studies

(4) Develop skills to search information from the internet

(5) Skill to use information technology for communication such as e-mail communication, group

communication



(1) Lecture and group discussion of cases studies

(2) Practice practical problems in class

(3) Assignment for searching from website, e-learning and report with emphasis on

mathematical numbers and statistics from reliable source



(2) Practical presentation in class

(3) Reports and presentation using information technology

(4) Practical in group discussion


Section 5 Teaching and Evaluation Plans

1. Teaching plan

Week Topic Hours Teaching methods/

multimedia Instructor

1 Limits 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

2 Limits (cont.); Continuity; Inequalities 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

3 Definition and basic rules of differentiation;

Rate of change

4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

4 More rule of differentiation (Product rule,

Quotient rule, Chain rule)


and activity

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

5 Derivatives of logarithmic and exponential

functions; Implicit Differentiation


Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

6 Higher-order derivatives; Partial

Derivatives


Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

7 Relative extrema; Absolute extrema on a

closed interval; Concavity;2nd

4

-derivative

test

Interactive lecture

Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

8 Asymptotes; Curve Sketching; Applied

maxima and minima


Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

9 Antiderivatives; Indefinite and definite

integrals; Basic rules of integration


Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee


10 Techniques of Integration: basic rules,

substitution, long division


Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

11 Integration by parts; Area between curves 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

A.Pumee and

A.Sumalee

12 Final exam 2 proctor

2. Evaluation plan

Expected outcomes Methods / activities Week Percentage

1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10

2. (1) to (5) Group assignment 1-11 10

3. (2) to (3) Examination 12 80 (Midterm: 40; Final: 40)

4. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10

Section 6 Teaching Materials and Resources

1. Texts and main documents

Ernest F. Haeussler, Jr and Richard S. Paul. Introductory Mathematical Analysis for Business,

Economics, and the Life and Social Sciences. (10th edition). Prentice-Hall International, Inc.

2. Documents and important information

Handouts

3. Documents and recommended information

1. Calculus for Business, Economics, and the Social and Life Sciences 7th

2. Calculus for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and the Social sciences 11th edition by Barnett,

Ziegler and Byleen

edition Hoffman and

Bradley


Section 7 Evaluation and Improvement of Course Management

1. Strategies for effective course evaluation by students

1.1 Evaluation of peers by students

1.2 Student evaluation

(1) Course content

(2) Course management

(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion

2. Evaluation strategies in teaching methods


2.2 Presentation

3. Improvement of teaching methods

Workshop on course improvement with the participation of all lecturers in this course

4. Evaluation of students’ learning outcome

Analysis of students’ learning outcomes using scores from class attendance, group activity and

presentation of project and poster presentation including quiz and examination

5. Review and improvement for better outcome

Meeting of lecturers to review the course before semester starts and before each period of teaching




Campus/faculty/department Salaya Campus/International College/Science Division/ Natural Sciences

for General Education Program



Thai ICNS 102 หลกัคณิตศาสตร

English ICNS 102 Principles of Mathematics








5.1 Trimester All trimesters/1st


year


7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• Students should be able to work with functions represented in a variety of ways: graphical,

numerical, analytical or verbal. They should understand the connections among these

representations.

• Students should understand the meaning of the derivative in terms of a rate of change and local

linear approximation and should be able to use derivatives to solve a variety of problems.

• Students should understand the meaning of the definite integral both as a limit of Riemann sums

and as the net accumulation of change and should be able to use integrals to solve a variety of

problems.

• Students should understand the relationship between the derivative and the definite integral as

expressed in both parts of the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.


To revise course in order to be up-to-date and relevant to the current situation



ฟงกชัน ลิมิต ความตอเนื่อง อนุพันธ เทคนิคการหาอนุพันธและการประยุกต สวนกลับของอนุพันธ

definite integral และการหาพืน้ที่

Functions, limits, continuity, deriveratives, techniques of differentiation and application,

antiderivatives, definite integrals and area.



44 hours

(4 hour x 11 weeks)

- - 88 hours


3. Number of hours that the lecture provides individual counseling and guidance

2 hours/week




• Students should be able to communicate mathematics and explain solutions to problems both

verbally and in written sentences.

• Students should be able to model a written description of a physical situation with a function, a

differential equation or an integral.

• Students should be able to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results and

support conclusions.

• Students should be able to determine the reasonableness of solutions, including sign, size, relative

accuracy and units of measurement.

• Students should develop an appreciation of calculus as a coherent body of knowledge and as a

human accomplishment.

2. Teaching methods

1. Lecture

2. Worksheets

3. Homework

4. Self-study












(1) Lecture








(2) Presentation







case studies






(1) Lecture





(2) Presentation





(1) Have analytical thinking


(2) Can apply theoretical and practical knowledge to their real life activities





















(2) Presentation





technology skills







communication



(2) Activity in class










1. Teaching plan



1 • Review of Functions

- Functions

- Operations on Functions

- Graphs of Functions


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

2 • Limits and Continuity

- Limits (An Intuitive Introduction)

- Limits (Computational Techniques)


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

3 • Continuity

• Limits and Continuity of Trigonometric

Functions


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

4 • The Derivative

- Tangent Lines

- Rates of Change

- The Derivative


and activity

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

5 • Techniques of Differentiation 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

6 • Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions

• The Chain Rule


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

7 • Implicit Differentiation

- - Notation

- Differentials

- Related Rates


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

8 • The Derivative in Graphing and Applications

- Intervals of Increase and Decrease

- Concavity

Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan




- Relative Extrema: First and Second

Derivative Tests

- Graphs of Polynomials and Rational

Functions

- Maximum and Minimum Values of a

Function

- Applied Maximum and Minimum

Problems

- Rolle’s Theorem; Mean Value Theorem

9 • Integration

- Antiderivatives

- The Indefinite Integral

- Integration by Substitution


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

10 • Sigma Notation

• Areas as Limits

• The Definite Integral

• Area Between Two Curves


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

11 • The First Fundamental Theorem of

Calculus

• Evaluating Definite Integrals by

Substitution

• The Mean Value Theorem of Integrals

• The Second Fundamental Theorem of

Calculus


Group discussion

Assoc.Prof.Chinda

Tangwongsan

12 Final exam As assigned/

proctor


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10


3. (2) to (3) Examination 12 80 (Midterm:

40; Final: 40)

4. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10




Anton, Howard, Calculus., John Wiley & Sons, New York.


Handouts


-





(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation















Thai ICNS 103 คณิตศาสตรขั้นหลักมูล

English ICNS 103 Fundamental Mathematics


(Lecture 4 hours/ laboratory 0 hour/self study 8 hours/ week)




4. Responsible faculty member Assoc.Prof. Chinda Tangwongsan


5.1 Trimester All trimesters/every academic year



7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

After successful completion of this course, students should be able to build concept of single variable

differential and integral calculus, partial derivatives, and the business application thereof.





ลิมิตและความตอเนื่อง, การหาอนุพันธ, การเขียนกราฟ, การประยุกตในการหาคาต่ําสุดสูงสุด การ

integrateพื้นที่ระหวางcurves ฟงกชั่นหลายตัวแปร การหาอนุพันธยอย

Limits and continuity, differentiation, curve sketching, applied maxima and minima, integration, area

between curves, multivariable functions; partial differentiation.



44 hours

(4 hour x 11 weeks)

- - 88 hours



2 hours/week




• Students will be able to solve algebraic problem involving limits and continuity, differentiation,

relative extrema, integration, and partial derivatives;

• Students will be able to explain how the techniques of derivatives, integrals, and partial derivatives

can be applied to business and economics.

2. Teaching methods

1. Lecture

2. Worksheets

3. Homework

4. Self-study













(1) Lecture








(2) Presentation







case studies






(1) Lecture







(2) Presentation




















assignment (individual/group)







(2) Presentation





technology skills







communication













1. Teaching plan



1 Limits 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

2 Limits (cont.); Continuity; Inequalities 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

3 Definition and basic rules of differentiation;

Rate of change


Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

4 More rule of differentiation (Product rule,

Quotient rule, Chain rule)


and activity

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

5 Derivertives of logarithmic and exponential

functions; Implicit Differentiation


Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

6 Higher-order derivatives; Partial

Derivatives


Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

7 Relative extrema; Absolute extrema on a

closed interval; Concavity;2nd

4

-derivative

test

Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

8 Asymptotes; Curve Sketching; Applied

maxima and minima


Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

9 Antiderivative; Indefinite and definite

integrals; Basic rules of integration


Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

10 Techniques of Integration: basic rules,

substitution, long division


Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

11 Integration by parts; Area between curves 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Dr.Aram

Tangboondouangjit

12 Final exam 2 As assigned/

proctor


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10



4. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10



Ernest F. Haeussler, Jr and Richard S. Paul. Introductory MathematicalAnalysis for Business,

Economics, and the Life and Social Sciences. (10th edition). Prentice-Hall International, Inc.


Handouts


• Calculus for Business, Economics, and the Social and Life Sciences 7th

• Calculus for Business, Economics, Life Sciences and the Social sciences 11th edition by Barnett,

Ziegler and Byleen

edition Hoffman and Bradley






(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation





presentation of project and poster presentation including quiz and examination.










Thai ICNS 104 สถิติขั้นหลักมูล

English ICNS 104 Fundamental Statistics








5.1 Trimester All trimesters/1st or 2nd


year

6. Pre-requisites ICNS 103 Fundamental of Mathematics

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

After successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Solve statistical problems involving descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous

random variables, sampling distribution, hypotheses testing, and simple linear regression analysis.

• Explain the aims and the techniques of statistical methods in applying to business.





สถิติเชิงบรรยาย วิธีการทางสถิติสมัยใหมที่ชวยในการตัดสินใจในความไมแนนอน ทฤษฎีความนาจะ

เปน การกระจายขอมูลแบบdiscreteและแบบcontinuous การสุมตัวอยาง การทดสอบสมมุติฐาน การประมาณ

และการวิเคราะหแบบ simple linear regression.

Descriptive statistics, modern statistical methods as a basis for decision making in the face of

uncertainty; probability theory; discrete and continuous distributions, sampling, hypothesis testing, estimation,

simple linear regression analysis.



44 hours

(4 hour x 11 weeks)

- - 88 hours



2 hours/week




After successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Solve statistical problems involving descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous

random variables, sampling distribution, hypotheses testing, and simple linear regression

analysis.

• Explain the aims and the techniques of statistics methods in applying to business.

2. Teaching methods

1. Lecture

2. Worksheets

3. Homework

4. Self-study













(1) Lecture








(2) Presentation







case studies






(1) Lecture





(2) Presentation



























(2) Presentation





technology skills







communication













1. Teaching plan



1 Chapter 1

- Population and Samples

An Introduction to Business

Statistics

- Selecting a Random Sample

- Ratio, Interval, Ordinal, and Nominative

Scales of Measurement

Chapter 2

- Graphically Summarizing Qualitative Data

Descriptive Statistics: Tabular

and Graphical Methods

- Graphically Summarizing Quantitative

Data

- Dot Plots

- Stem-and-Leaf Displays


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

2 Chapter 3

- Describing Central Tendency

Descriptive Statistics: Numerical

Methods

- Measures a Variation

- Percentiles, Quartiles, and Box-and-

Whiskers Displays

- Covariance, Correlation, and the Least

Squares Line

- Weighted Means and Grouped Data


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

3 Chapter 4

- The Concept of Probability

Probability 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi




- Sample Spaces and Events

- Some Elementary Probability Rules

- Conditional Probability and Independence

4 Chapter 5

- Two Types of Random Variables

Discrete Random Variables

- Discrete Probability Distribution

- The Binomial Distribution

- The Poisson Distribution


and activity

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

5 Chapter 6

- Continuous Probability Distributions

Continuous Random Variables

- The Uniform Distribution


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

6 - The Normal Distribution

- The Exponential Distribution


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

7 Chapter 7

-The Sampling Distribution of the Sample

Mean

Sampling Distributions


Mean (continued)


Proportion

Chapter 8

- z-Based Confidence Intervals for a

Population Mean: ó Known

Confidence Intervals

- t-Based Confidence Intervals for a

Population Mean: ó Unknown


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

8 - Sample Size Determination

- Confidence Intervals for a Population


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi




Proportion

Chapter 9

- The Null and Alternative Hypotheses and

Errors in Hypothesis Testing

Hypothesis Testing

9 - z Tests about a Population Mean (ó

Known)

- t Tests about a Population Mean (ó

Unknown)

- z Tests about a Population Proportion


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

10 Chapter 10

- Comparing Two Population Means by

Using Independent Samples: Variances

Known

Statistical Inferences Based on

Two Samples

- Comparing Two Population Means by

Using Independent Samples: Variances

Unknown

- Comparing Two Population Proportions

by Using Large: Independent Samples

Chapter 11

- Basic Concepts of Experimental Design

Experimental Design and

Analysis of Variance

- One-Way Analysis of Variance


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi

11 Chapter 13

- The Simple Linear Regression Model

Simple Linear Regression

Analysis


Group discussion

Ajarn Varumpa

Temaismithi




- The Least Square Estimates, and Point

Estimation and Prediction

- Model Assumptions and the Standard

Error

- Testing a Significance of the Slope and y

Intercept

- Simple Coefficients and Determination of

Correlation

- An F Test for the Model

12 Exam 2 Written Exam As assigned/

proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10






Bowerman, O’Connell, Orris, and Murphree, 2010, Essentials of Business statistics, 3rd


edition, McGraw Hill.

Handouts


-





(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation















Thai ICNS 105 คณิตศาสตรขั้นพื้นฐาน

English ICNS 105 Basic Mathematics


(Lecture 4 hours/week; laboratory 0 hour/week; self study 8 hours/week)


3.1 Curriculum offerred in Fine and Applied Arts Division

3.2 Type of subject Natural science



5.1 Trimester All trimesters/2nd or 3rd


year

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

After successful completion of this course, students should be able to understand the concepts of

algebra, equations, inequalities, polynomials, factoring polynomials, ratio and proportion, percent, basic

geometry, statistics and probability.





จํานวนเต็ม พีชคณิตเบื้องตน จํานวนเต็ม ตํานวนตักยะ ทศนิยม การบวก ลบ คูณ หารเลขจํานวนจริง

การแกสมการและการประยุกตใชสมการ อสมการและการแกอสมการ พจนตักยะ อัตราสวนและสัดสวน

เปอรเซ็นตและพยุนาม การแยกตัวประกอบของพหุนาม ระบบพิกัดฉาก เรขาคณิตเบื้องตน สถิติและกราฟ ความ

นาจะเปน

Whole numbers, introduction to algebra, integers, rational numbers, decimals, operations with real

numbers, solving equations, applying, inequalities, solving inequalities, powers and polynomials, factoring

polynomials, rational expressions, ratio and proportion, percent, rectangular coordinate system, basic

geometry, statistics and graphs, probability.



44 hours


- - 88 hours



2 hours/week




After successful completion of this course, students should be able to understand the concepts of

algebra, equations, inequalities, polynomials, factoring polynomials, ratio and proportion, percent, basic

geometry, statistics and probability.

2. Teaching methods

1. Lecture

2. Worksheets

3. Homework

4. Self-study













(1) Lecture








(2) Presentation







case studies






(1) Lecture







(2) Presentation




















assignment (individual/group)







(2) Presentation





technology skills







communication













1. Teaching plan



1-2 Real Numbers

1.1 Basic Definitions

1.2 Adding and Subtracting

1.3 Multiplying and Dividing

1.4 Combining Terms and Simplifying

Expressions

Containing Grouping Symbols

1.5 Four Laws of Exponents

1.6 Order of Operations

1.7 Scientific Notation


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban

2-3 Linear Equations and Inequalities

2.1 Solving Linear Equations

2.2 Applied Problems

2.3 The Addition Property of Inequality

2.4 The Multiplication Property of

Inequality


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban

4-5 Graphing Linear Equations and Systems of

Equations

3.1 The Rectangular Coordinate System

3.2 Graph of Linear Equations

3.3 Slope

3.4 Equation of Straight Lines

3.5 Solutions of Linear Systems by

Graphing

3.6 The Elimination and the Substitution


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban




5-6 Polynomials

4.1 Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials

4.2 Multiplication of Polynomials

4.3 Factoring

4.4 Solving Equations by Factoring

4.5 Complex Fractions

4.6 Solving Rational Equations

Applied Problems


and activity

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban

7 Ratio, Proportion, and Percent

5.1 Ratio and Proportion

5.2 Solving Proportions

5.3 Applications of Proportions

5.4 Percent, Changing Decimals and

Fractions to Percent, and Changing Percents

to Decimals and Fractions

5.5 Solving Percent Problems

5.6 Applications of Percent: Word

Problems


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban

8 Measurement

6.1 English and Metric Measurements

6.2 Conversion of Units: Within a System

6.3 Conversion of Units: English-Metric

6.4 Perimeter and Circumference

6.5 Area of Common Geometric Figures

6.6 Volume of Common Geometric Solids

6.7 Square Roots and the Pythagorean

Formula


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban




9 Probability

7.1 Counting Procedures

7.2 Probability


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban

10-11 Basic Statistical Methods

8.1 Presentation of Data

8.2 Averages: Mean, Mode, Median


Group discussion

Ajarn.Pannee

Putthapiban

Final Examination

Covering Chapters 5 – 8

2 Written Examination As assigned/

proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10



4. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10



Brown, R.G., Dolciani, M.P., Sorgenfrey, R.H. and Kane, R.B., 1990, Algebra and Trigonometry,

Structure and Method, Book 2, Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, 864p.

James Van Dyke, James Rogers and Jack Barker, Prealgebra, Saunders College PublishingPoole, B.A.,

1999, Intermediate Algebra, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, 886p.


Handouts


Shao, S.P. and Shao, L.P., 1998, Mathematics for Management and Finance,South-Western College

Publishing, An International Thomson Publishing company, 861p.






(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation















Thai ICNS 111 องคประกอบสําคัญของชีววิทยา

English ICNS 111 Essentials of Biology


(lecture 4 hour/ laboratory 0 hours/self study 8 hours/ week)


3.1 Curriculum offered in all International College undergraduate curriculums:

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration,

Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science

3.2 Type of subject Core course, General Education, Social Science and Humanities

4. Responsible faculty member Full-time faculty members, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities,

Mahidol University


5.1 Trimester All trimesters / every year


6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

To introduce the principles and methods of biology.

To help students understand the relevance of biology to everyday life.

To introduce concepts of cells, tissues, development, inheritance, development and evolution.

To help students understand the history and interrelatedness of life on Earth .

To provide useful information on nutrition, disease and practical applications of biology.





หลักการและวิธีการทางชีววิทยาขั้นแนะนําซึง่เนนหนักแงมุมทีเ่กี่ยวของชีวิตมนุษย สังคม และเศรษฐกิจ

โดยตรง หัวขอตางๆดังกลาวรวมไปถึงการทํางานของเซลลและเคมีเพื่อการดํารงชีวิต อีกทัง้การเจริญเติบโตและ

กระบวนการเผาผลาญอาหาร กาํเนิดวิวฒันาการ ความหลากหลายและการพึ่งพาอาศัยซึ่งกันและกันของสิง่มีชีวิต

ประเด็นสําคัญเกี่ยวกับเทคโนโลยีดานพันธุกรรม ยารักษาโรค และความใสใจตอสิ่งแวดลอม

An introduction to the principles and methods of biology with a focus on aspects directly relevant to

human life, society and the economy. Topics include the chemical and cellular basis of life, including

development and metabolism, the origin, evolution, diversity and interdependence of life, and areas of topical

importance including genetic technology, medicine and environmental awareness.



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0 0 88 hours



Face-to-face 1 hour / week

On-line (email or other method) 2 hours / week




Students will be able to apply and synthesize knowledge from the lecturer and self-study to better

understand the importance of biology.

2. Teaching methods

Course organized using lecture and presentation methods. Teaching materials include documents and

visual aids.




(1) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity

(2) Have discipline, self and social responsibility



(5) Can work cooperatively in teams as both a leader or a follower

(6) Respect and follow institutional and societal rules and regulations

(7) Respect other people’s rights and be a good listener


Learner-centered education: Emphasis on knowledge development, important career development

skills, living skills, encouraging students to use their full potentials

1. Lecture

2. Emphasis on morality and ethics

3. Group discussion








(1) Knowledge of the relevance of biology to everyday life

(2) Knowledge of cells, tissues, development, inheritance, development and evolution

(3) Knowledge of the history and interrelatedness of life on Earth

(4) Knowledge of practical applications of biology such as in nutrition, disease.


Learner-centered education : Emphasis on knowledge development, important career

development skills, living skills, encouraging students to use their full potentials

(1) Lecture







(2) Presentation







(3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problems and synthesize solutions and foresee and

forestall issues


(1) Teaching based on real experience that encourages development of general skills, not only

professional skills

(2) Assignments, discussions.



(1) Written midterm and final examinations

(2) Assignments



(1) Express appropriate opinion










(2) Presentation





technology skills


communicate with others in group meeting, project workshop, and presentation

(2) Can use information technology for communication and presentation in appropriate ways



(5) Have information technology skills for communication such as e-mail, instant messaging,

social networking and on-line collaboration


(1) Lectures and notes with hyperlinked content


(2) Self-study assignments using on-line resources

(3) Reports and assignments that emphasize quantitative data and statistics from reliable sources





(4) Participation in group discussion



1. Teaching plan



1 Importance of biology, life properties

and organization; basic chemistry

4 Multimedia lectures, class

discussions, online self-study

As assigned

2 Molecules of life I: carbohydrates,

proteins



As assigned

3 Molecules of life II: nucleic acids,

lipids; nutritional aspects

Quiz: Biochemistry



As assigned

4 Cell types (prokaryotes and eukaryotes) 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

5 Cell structure and function, metabolism

(respiration, photosynthesis)



As assigned

6 Mid-term Examination

Mitosis, Meiosis, Genetics

Lab: Microscopic observations of cells


discussions, online self-study,

direct observation

As assigned/

proctor

7 Plant tissues, organs and functions, plant

evolution

Lab: Plants around us



As assigned

8 Origin of Life, Life in the Universe,

evolution by natural selection I

(randomness, artificial selection, fitness,

selective pressure, trait, genotype and

phenotype)



As assigned

9 Evolution by natural selection II

(example of scientific process, history;

evidence for evolution) taxonomy and



As assigned




history of animals, evolution of

diversity; Quiz 2 (Evolution)

10 Human origins; evolutionary

perspectives on anatomy, physiology

and race



As assigned

11 Ecology; Final Review



As assigned

12 Final Examination 2 proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10






BBC. Walking with Cavemen video.

Campbell, Neil and Reece, Katherine. Essential Biology.

Sagan, Carl. Cosmos video series.


Additional readings set by the instructor.





1.1 Student evaluation of own performance (online)

1.2 Student evaluation of course quality (online)

(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation















Thai ICNS 112 ชีววิทยาเชิงบูรณาการ

English ICNS 112 Integrated Biology


(lecture 4 hours/week; laboratory 0 hours/week; self study 8 hours/week)



Bachelor of Arts, Bach. of Science, Bach. of Business Administration, Bachelor

of Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science

3.2 Type of subject Required course for all Environmental Science students

Required course for Biological Science students numbered 53xxxx and newer

Elective course in Natural Science for General Education for all others

4. Responsible faculty member Full-time and adjunct faculty members, under supervision of the Natural Science

for General Education Program Coordinator (MUIC, Science Division)




6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To gain fundamental understanding of biochemistry, genetics, physiology and evolution.

• To gain understanding of the ecology and distribution of organisms.

• To develop a sense of the importance of conservation.


To keep course content up-to-date and relevant to current state of knowledge in this field and improve

pedagogy.



ความหลากหลายและการเจริญพัฒนาของสิ่งมีชีวิต กําเนิดสิ่งมีชีวิต เซลล การเปลีย่นแปลงของพลังงาน พันธุ

ศาสตร การคัดเลือกโดยธรรมชาติ

Diversity and development of life; origin of life; cell; energy transformation; genetics; natural selection and

evolution; ecology awareness.



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weeks)

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Students will be able to apply and synthesize knowledge from the lecturer and self-study to better understand

the importance of biology.

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Teaching materials include lecture notes,

texts, specimens, documents and visual aids.











Learning Centered Education : Emphasis on knowledge development, important skills in career


(1) Lecture





(2) Presentation






(1) Knowledge of basic concepts of astronomy

(2) Knowledge of relation between astronomy and everyday life.

(3) Knowledge of important developments in astronomy


Learner-centered education : Emphasis on knowledge development, important career development


(1) Lecture







(2) Assignments

(3) Poster presentation

(4) Class attendance, class participation and class behavior

(5) On time submission of all work






forestall issues



professional skills

(2) Assignments, discussions and presentations




(2) Assignments





(2) Can work effectively in teams as both leader and follower

(3) Self development both in academic and professional career

(4) Have responsibility for assignments



(2) Assignment of group reports



(1) Observed attitudes during presentation

(2) Appropriate behavior in class

(3) Responsibility for attendance and participation

(4) Respecting report and assignment deadlines



technology skills




(3) Develop analytical skills







(2) Practical in class

(3) Assignment for searching from website, e-learning and report with emphasis on mathematical

numbers and statistics from reliable sources



(2) Assignments




1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction

Chemical context of life



As assigned

2 Metabolism

Cellular respiration, photosynthesis



As assigned

3 The cell

Mitosis and meiosis



As assigned

4 Mendel and the gene idea

Chromosomes and inheritance



As assigned

5 Molecular basis of inheritance

From genes to proteins



As assigned

6 DNA technology

Midterm Exam



As assigned/

proctor

7 Natural selection and adaptation

Evolution of populations



As assigned

8 Survey of microbes

Survey of plants and fungi



As assigned

9 Survey of invertebrates

Survey of vertebrates



As assigned

10 Importance of biodiversity

Introduction to ecology



As assigned

11 Population and community ecology

Ecosystems



As assigned

12 Final Examination 2 As assigned/

proctor


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





Campbell, N. and Reece, J., 2010, Biology 9th Ed., Benjamin Cummings, USA








1.1 Evaluation of own performance (online)


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion

1.3 Faculty or supervisor evaluation of course quality

(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation


At least annual course improvement meeting between lecturers and supervisor.


Analysis of students’ learning outcomes using scores from class attendance, assignments and examinations.


Regular communication between lecturers and supervisor to review the course before term starts and

throughout term as needed.








Thai ICNS 114 วิทยาศาสตรของรางกายมนุษย

English ICNS 114 The Science of the Human Body





Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business

Administration, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science

3.2 Type of subject Core course, General Education, Social Science and Humanities

Elective course in Natural Science for General Education

4. Responsible faculty member Full-time and adjunct faculty members, under supervision of the Natural

Science for General Education Program Coordinator (MUIC, Science Division)


5.1 Trimester All trimesters, every year


6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To give an overview of key functions of the human body.

• To learn cellular, organ and system level human structures.

• To help students understand normal function and pathology to be better informed about their own

healthy.



pedagogy.



ภาพรวมของการทํางานทีส่ําคัญของรางกายมนุษยที่นักศึกษาในสาขาวิชาอืน่ๆ นอกเหนือจาก

วิทยาศาสตรควรไดทราบ โดยกลาวถึงโครงสรางพื้นฐานของเซลล ระบบภูมิคุมกัน และระบบอื่นๆ ของรางกาย

ไดเรียนรูถึงการทํางานของระบบตางๆ นัน้ของรางกาย เชน โครงสรางของเนื้อเยือ่ ระบบตอมไรทอ ระบบ

หายใจ ระบบยอยอาหาร ระบบสืบพันธุ ระบบประสาท และอวัยวะรับสัมผัส

Provides an overview of several key functions of the human body for non-science majors. We will

examine the basic structure of a cell, the immune system, and several bodily systems. The course is designed

to give a basic look into how several of the primary functions operate, such as tissue structure, endocrine

system, respiration, digestion, reproduction, the nervous system, and the sense organs.



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understand the importance of biology.

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures, demonstrations and discussion. Teaching materials include lecture

notes, texts, documents and visual aids.




(1) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity (2) Have discipline, self- and social responsibility

(3) Have a positive professional attitude and communicate their morality and ethics to others

(4) Take responsibility to participate in development activities





Learner-centered education: Emphasis on knowledge development, important career


(1) Lecture








2.1 Expected outcomes in knowledge development

(1) Knowledge of the human body (2) Knowledge of cells, organs and systems of the human body


(3) Knowledge of how the human body functions normally and during illness




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations and laboratories

(3) Emphasis on knowledge development

(4) Group discussions



(2) Assignments




3.1 Expected outcomes in intellectual development



forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments


4.1 Expected outcomes in interpersonal relationship and responsibility

(1) Express opinions appropriately (2) Can work effectively in teams as both leader and follower

(3) Self development in academic and professional careers




(1) Participation in class discussions


(3) Encourage use of real-life experience and current events in teaching


(1) Observed attitudes during discussions




(5) Responsible to submit highest possible quality work


5.1 Expected outcomes in mathematical and analytical thinking, communication skills, and

information technology skills

(1) Can use effective communication skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) to

communicate with others (2) Can use information technology for communication and presentation in appropriate ways


(4) Develop skills to search information from the Internet








(1) Tests

(2) Assignments

\



1. Teaching plan



1 Biology of the cell, shape, and

properties



As assigned

2 Basic tissue structure

Muscle tissue, Nerve tissue



As assigned

3 Basic heart structure and function

Test 1



As assigned

4 Introduction to the immune

system, blood



As assigned

5 Introduction to the endocrine

system, hormone functions



As assigned

6 Basic overview of the respiratory

system, lungs

Test2



direct observation

As assigned/

proctor

7 Introduction to the digestive

system

Function of the kidneys

Lab: Plants around us



As assigned

8 Introduction to the reproduction

system

Fertilization and development



As assigned

9 Test 3

Introduction to the nervous system



As assigned

10 Functions of the nervous system

Introduction to sense organs



As assigned




11 Introduction to sense organs

(continued)

Skin



As assigned

12 Final Test 2 As assigned/

proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 5

2. (1) to (5) Participation 1-11 5

3. (2) to (3) Examination 3,6,9,12 90 (1st & 2nd

3

: 20 each; rd & 4th : 25 each)



Faller A. and Schuenke M. The Human Body: An Introduction to Structure and Function. Thieme,

2004.

-- ISBN: (Americas): 9781588901224

-- ISBN: (EUR, Asia, Africa, AUS): 9783131292711






1. Strategies for effective course evaluation



(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(5) Overall opinion

2. Strategies for effective evaluation of teaching methods


2.2 Faculty or supervisor evaluation




Analysis of students’ learning outcomes using scores from class attendance, assignments and

examinations.











Thai ICNS 115 วิวัฒนาการของมนุษยวานรกับสังคมของคนและลิง

English ICNS 115 Hominid Evolution and Primate Society


(lecture 4 hours/wk; laboratory 0 hours/wk; self study 8 hours/wk)



Bachelor of Arts, Bach. of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration,

Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science

3.2 Type of subject Elective course in Natural Science for General Education


Science for General Education Program Coordinator (MUIC, Science

Division)




6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To introduce students to the the origins and evolution of the hominids.

• To help students natural selection.

• To give knowledge about traits that distinguish humans.



pedagogy.



ศึกษาถึงตนกําเนิดและวิวัฒนาการของมนุษยวานร การคัดเลือกตามธรรมชาติ และสังคมของสัตว

จําพวกวานรในชวงตางๆ ของวิวัฒนาการ มุงเนนการวิเคราะหตนกําเนิดของมนุษย สํารวจตนกําเหนิดของ

ลักษณะทางกายภาพ และพฤติกรรมที่ทําใหเกิดความแตกตางระหวางมนุษยและสัตวอืน่ๆ ทัง้ชนิดทีย่ังมีชีวิตอยู

และที่สูญพันธุแลวดวย

The course provides an introduction to studies on the origins and evolution of the hominids, to natural

selection, and to the study of non-human primate societies within the evolutionary framework. The course will

focus on the origins of human species, examining the origins of some of the more important physical and

behavioral traits that distinguish humans from other non-human mammalian relatives. The course also looks

into the biological and behavioral characteristics of human and non-human primates – both extinct and extant.



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understand the importance of ecology.

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures, demonstrations, a field trip and discussion. Teaching materials

include lecture notes, texts, documents and visual aids.



1.1 Expected outcomes in morality and ethics for students










(1) Lecture









(1) Knowledge of the hominid diversity and evolution (2) Knowledge of the present state of understanding of human evolution.


(3) Knowledge of the behaviors of primates




(1) Lecture






(2) Assignments







forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments












(1) Observed attitudes during discussions and field trip





5. Mathematical and analytical thinking, communication skills, and information technology skills











(2) Discussion of case studies in class





(2) Assignments



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction

Overview of Studies on Hominid Evolution

4 Multimedia lectures,

class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

2 Origins of Evolutionary Thought

Basics and Development of Evolutionary

Theory


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

3 Forces of Evolution

Natural Selection


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

4 Heredity and Evolution

Genetics and Evolutionary Factors


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

5 The Vertebrates

Origin of Primates and the Order Primates


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

6 Mid-term exam

Primate Characteristics

Field Trip


class discussions,

online self-study,

direct observation

As assigned/

proctor

7 The Social Primates

Evolution of Primate Social Systems


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

8 DVD: The Zanzibar Red Colobus

Early Hominids and Bipedalism Warming


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned




9 Emergence of Modern Humans

Sexual Dimorphism in Modern Humans


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

10 Primate Models for Human Evolution

Evolution of Human Society


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

11

DVD: BBC’s Walking with Cavemen


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned


proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10


3. (2) to (3) Examination 6, 12 70 (Midterm: 35; Final: 35)




• Dawkins, R. (2006). The Selfish Gene. 50th Anniversary Edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

• Hill, A. and S. Ward (1988). Origin of the hominidae: The record of African large hominoid

evolution between 14 my and 4 my. Yearbook of Physical Anthropology 31 (59): 49–83.

• Jurmain, R., L. Kilgore, and W. Trevathan. (2005). Introduction to Physical Anthropology 10th

edition. Toronto: Wadsworth.

• Rowe, N. (1996). The Pictorial Guide to the Living Primates. New York: Pogonias Press.

• Stein, P.L. and B.M. Rowe. (1995) Physical Anthropology: the Core. New York: McGraw-Hill.

• Stein, P.L. and B.M. Rowe. (2000). Physical Anthropology 7th edition. New York: McGraw-Hill.

• Turnbaugh, W.A., R. Jurmain, L. Kilgore, and H. Nelson. (2001). Understanding Physical

Anthropology and Archaeology, 8th edition. Toronto: Wadsworth.

• Harrison, G.A., J.S. Weiner, J.M. Tanner, N.A. Barnicot. (1983). Human Biology: An Introduction

to Human Evolution, Variation, Growth, and Ecology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

• Young, J.Z. An Introduction to the Study of Man. 1979. Oxford: ELBS & Oxford University Press.

• Zimmer, C. (2005). Smithsonian Intimate Guide to Human Origins. Smithsonian Books.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion






4. Evaluation of students’ learning outcomes


examinations. presentation of project and poster presentation











Thai ICNS 116 เห็ด รา และมนุษยชาติ

English ICNS 116 Mushrooms, molds and mankind


(lecture 3 hours/week; laboratory/demonstration/field trip 2 hours/week;

self- study 7 hours/week)









5.1 Trimester All trimesters, every academic year


6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -

8. Venue of study Mahidol University, Salaya Campus




1. Goals

• To give students knowledge about how fungi, people and societies interact.

• To help students understand the general importance and industrial applications of fungi.

• To help students identify various fungi.



pedagogy.



สํารวจการปฏิสัมพันธระหวางเชื้อรา มนุษย และสังคม เห็ด รา และผลิตภัณฑจากราตางๆ มีความสําคัญ

ตอสังคม การสํารวจพบเห็ดในปจจุบันนั้นเปนเพียงระยะเริ่มตนเทานั้น ผลิตภัณฑตางๆ ที ่มนุษยนํามาใช

ประโยชนมีมากมาย ไดแก เห็ด อาหารดอง ยาปฏิชีวนะ อาหารเสริม และเภสัชภัณฑตางๆ ศึกษาความสําคัญ

และการใชเชื้อราในอุตสาหกรรม อีกทั้งจะไดทดลองจําแนกชนิดของรา และเห็ดตางๆ

An examination of how fungi, people and societies interact. Mushrooms as well as other fungi and

fungi-derived products have played important roles in society. An exploration of mushrooms is just the

beginning. Many of the products we consume, including mushrooms, fermented food product, antibiotics,

nutritional supplement and pharmaceuticals are produced using fungi. The importance and industrial

applications of fungi will be investigated using relevant scientific information and techniques. Identification

of various fungi, mostly mushrooms, will also be included.



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77 hours



Face-to-face 1 hour/week

On-line (email or other method) 2 hours/week





understand the importance of fungi, especially mushrooms, in society and the economy, as well as the basics

of fungi biology.

2. Teaching methods


visual aids.













(1) Lecture





(2) Assignments






(1) Knowledge of how fungi, people and societies interact (2) Knowledge of fungi- derived products.

(3) Knowledge of the processing of fungi- derived products such as antibiotics, nutritional

supplement and pharmaceuticals

(4) Knowledge of the loss of biodiversity and natural resources

(5) Knowledge of the use of scientific methods to investigate fungal biology and to develop

fungi-derived products (6) Knowledge of fungi identification techniques




(1) Lecture






(2) Assignments







forestall issues



professional skills





(1) Written answers in midterm and final examinations

(2) Case studies

(3) Class discussion







(1) Group participation in laboratories




(1) Observed attitudes during discussions and laboratories






















(2) Case study presentation in class



\



1. Teaching plan

Week Topic Hours Teaching methods/ multimedia Instructor

1 Syllabus and introduction;

Introduction to fungi, the tree of

life



As assigned

2 Fungal Physiology and Genetics,

Actinomycetes



As assigned

3 Anamorphic fungi: yeast,

Lab 1



As assigned

4 Anamorphic fungi: yeast

Basidiomycetes



As assigned

5 Midterm Examination,

Ascomcyetes



As assigned

6 Zygomycota, Chytridiomycota and

other swimmers

Oomycota, Hyphochytridiomycota

and slime molds



As assigned/

proctor

7 Important plant pathogens

Lab 2



As assigned

8 Fungi in animal and human

diseases

Mycorrhizae and Lichens



As assigned

9 Culture collection and spore

disposal

Fungi for biotech and industrial

purposes



As assigned

10 Lab 3, 4 Multimedia lectures, class As assigned



Fungi for food production;

fermented foods, alcoholic

beverages, cheese, bread, etc


11 Fungi for food production;

mycotoxins, mushroom poisoning,

hallucinogens



As assigned

12 Final examination 2 As assigned/

proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 5





• Alexopoulus. Introductory Mycology.

• Campbell. Biology. 7th edition.

• Sharma, P. D. Plant pathology. Oxford, U.K., 2006.

• Stern, Introductory plant biology.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 117 พืช มนุษย และสังคม

English ICNS 117 Plants, People and Society


(lecture 3 hours/wk; laboratory/demonstration/field trip 2 hours/wk; self study

7 hours/wk)



Bachelor of Arts, Bach. of Science, Bach. of Business Administration,

Bach. of Engineering, Bach. of Nursing Science






5.2 Number of students 40 students

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -


9. Dae of latest revision Jan 2011



1. Goals

To give students an understanding of how people and societies interact with plants and fungi.

To help students understand how science has modified the use of plants.

To appreciate the different ways plants are used in different cultures.



pedagogy.



ศึกษาการปฏิบัติของมนุษยและสังคมตอโลกของพืชและรา ความสําคัญอยางยิง่ของพืชตอสังคมมนุษย

สํารวจวิธีที่พืชถูกนํามาใช ถูกคุกคาม ถูกดัดแปลง และถูกพัฒนาไปโดยสังคมตางๆ กัน โดยอาศัยขอมูลและวิธีการ

ทางวิทยาศาสตร ความแตกตางกันในวัฒนธรรมที่ตางกัน การใชประโยชนจากพืช ทั้งทางดานการเปนยา ใชทอเปน

ผาเพื่อทําเคร่ืองนุงหม และใชเปนอาหาร อีกทั้งจะมองถึงขอดี และขอเสียของการใชประโยชนดังกลาว

An examination of how people and societies interact with the plant and fungal worlds. Plants have

played a vital role in the development of human society. The ways they have been used, abused, modified, and

developed by different societies will be explored using relevant scientific information and techniques. The

differences among cultures and the indigenous uses of medicinal, textile and food plants will be studied as well

as the benefits, problems and social implications of their use.



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(1 hour x 11 weeks)

77 hours









understand the importance of plants for human society.

2. Teaching methods





1.1 Expected outcomes in morality and ethics for students









(1) Lecture


(3) Group discussion Group discussion







(1) Students will learn how to examine the plant world in a more knowledgeable way (2) Examine and explain how modern technologies can be used to increase or improve


agricultural methods

(3) Have a basic understanding of some prominent ideas in science today and their impact on

society in the future

(4) Have a basic understanding of plant biology, reproduction and distinctions among major

groups

(5) Understand the social implications of plant usage in the past, present and future




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation







forestall issues



professional skills





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation







(1) Group participation in presentation









5. Mathematical and analytical thinking, communication skills, and information technology skills

5.1 Expected outcomes in mathematical and analytical thinking, communication skills, and information

technology skills















(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation

\



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction, syllabus. HW: What is science?

Handout from Okasha

How do we study plants? How have plants affected

history?


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: How do we study plants? 2

2 Plant basics: biology, function and form

Video: The secret life of plants (1 hr)

How do plants reproduce? Evolutionary strategies


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: How do plants reproduce? 2

3 Major groups of plants part I: Angiosperms

(flowering plants)

Major groups of plants part II: Gymnosperms

(cone-bearing plants)


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: Video: The secret life of plants (1 hr) 2

4 Major groups of plants part III: The ‘lower’ plants

(mosses and ferns)


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: Lower plant 2

5 Major groups of plants part IV: The ‘lower’ plants

(algae)

Major groups of plants part V: The ‘lower’ plants

(prokaryotes)


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: flowering plants and cone-bearers 2




6 MIDTERM

Microorganisms in food: fermentation, disease and

bioterrorism.

2

Multimedia lectures,

class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned/

proctor

Lab: EXERCISE: Isolating microorganisms 2

7 The fungi part I: basidiomycetes (mushrooms), sac

fungi and truffles


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: lower plants and prokaryotes 2

8 The fungi part II: rusts, molds and plant pathogens 3

Multimedia lectures,

class discussions,

As assigned

Lab 3: Fungi and mushrooms, cultivation

workshop

2 online self-study

9 Tissue culture and plant propagation


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Field Trip: Air orchids or Arundivek mushroom

farm

12

10 Crop plants: Cotton, hemp, flax and other textile

fibers

Crop plants: Grains, fruits, vegetables, coffee,

chocolate, etc.


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

11 Alternative Medicine – herbs and mushrooms,

Video: Alternative Medicine: The Evidence Plants

of illegal use: marijuana, opium, cocaine,

etc.Video: The heroin trade


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned



2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





1. Alexopoulus. Introductory Mycology.

2. Bishop, Mark. Introductory Chemistry.

3. Botkin. Environmental Science. 6th edition.

4. Brandwein, Paul F. 1975. Concepts in science – Newton edition. Q181.A2 B821c

5. Cam, Philip. 2001. Science and human values in Asia today. Q175.52 S416

6. Campbell. Biology. 7th

7. Chang, Raymond.

edition.

Chemistry. New York : McGraw-Hill, 1991

8. Crick, Francis. 1966. Of molecules and men. QH331 C928O

9. Cotton. Human impacts on weather and climate change. QC981.C851h 2007.

10. Cunningham and Saigo. 2001. Environmental Science: A Global Concern.

11. Dow and Downing. The atlas of climate change. QC981.8.C5 D744a 2007.

12. Gribbin, John and Mary. 1997. Darwin in 90 minutes. Q143.D2 G846D

13. Kardong, Introduction to biological evolution.

14. Levin, Carol. 1991. Taking sides: clashing views on controversial bioethical issues. R724 T136 1991

15. 16.

Okasha, Samir. 2002. Philosophy of Science – A very short introduction. Q175.O41p

O'Sullivan, Catherine. Reshaping herbal medicine: knowledge, education and professional

culture. WB925 R433 2005

17. Raven, P. Biology of plants. QK47 R253b 1986

18. Sharma, P. D. Plant pathology. Oxford, U.K., 2006.

Stern, Introductory plant biology.

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http://mulinet1.li.mahidol.ac.th/search/cR724+T136+1991/cr+++724+t136+1991/-2,-1,,E/browse�

http://mulinet1.li.mahidol.ac.th/search/cWB925+R433+2005/cwb++925+r433+2005/-2,-1,,E/browse�










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 121 องคประกอบสําคัญของเคมี

English ICNS 121 Essentials of Chemistry


(lecture 4 hours/wk; laboratory/demonstration 0 hours/wk; self study 8 hours/wk)


3.1 Curriculum offered in all International College undergraduate curriculums: Bachelor of

Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of

Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science







6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To introduce students to basic concepts of chemistry.

• To help students understand connections between chemistry concepts and everyday life



pedagogy.



เพื่อใหนักศึกษาเขาใจปฏิกริยาระดับอะตอมและโมเลกุลขั้นพื้นฐาน รวมทั้งการนําไปประยุกตใชในการ

กระบวนการตางๆ เชน กระบวนการผลิตทางอุตสาหกรรม นักศึกษาจะไดมีความเขาใจมากยิ่งขึ้นวาวิทยาศาสตร

โดยเฉพาะสาขาวิชาเคมีชวยใหเราเขาใจโลก อีกทั้งพัฒนาและแกปญหาที่เกิดขึ้นกับโลกของเราไดอยางไร

Enables students to understand basic reactions at the atomic and molecular level and their use in

common processes such as in industry and manufacturing. Students will attain better understanding of how

science in general and chemistry in particular helps us understand and develop our world and solve problems.



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understand the importance of chemistry.

2. Teaching methods


notes, texts, specimens, documents and visual aids.



1.1 Expected outcome on morality and ethics (1) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity (2) Have discipline, self and social responsibility (3) Have a positive attitude in professional and express their morality and ethics (4) Be responsible and participate in activity for development (5) Can adjust to work in team both as leader or follower (6) Respect and follow rules and regulations of institution and society (7) Respect other people’s right and are a good listener




(1) Lecture




1) Written midterm and final examinations

2) Class attendance, class participation and class behavior

3) On time submission of all work



1.1 Expected outcome on knowledge development (1) Apply scientific thinking to solve problems in society and their careers. (2) Understand basic reactions at the atomic and molecular level. (3) Use knowledge of chemistry to understand current and developing problems.




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





2) Assignments

3) Presentation




3.1 Expected outcome on intellectual development (1) Have analytical thinking (2) Can apply theoretical and practical knowledge to their real life activities (3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problem and synthesize of solutions and

precautions



professional skills Project assignment and presentation





2) Assignments

3) Presentation


4.1 Expected outcome on Interpersonal relationship and responsibility (1) Express opinions appropriately (2) Can work effectively in teams as both leader and follower (3) Self development in academic and professional careers













technology skills (1) Can use effective communication skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing) to

communicate with others (2) Can use information technology for communication and presentation in appropriate ways (3) Develop analytical skills (4) Develop skills to search information from the Internet (5) Have information technology skills for communication such as e-mail, instant messaging,










(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction, scientific method

Measurements, units


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

2 Structure of matter and elements Chemical

compounds


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

3 Chemical reactions

Acids and bases


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

4 Oxidation-reduction reactions

Energy and chemical reactions


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

5 Chemical calculations and formulas

Chemical calculations and equations


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

6 Modern atomic theory

Midterm Examination


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned/

proctor

7 Molecular structure

Gases and gas laws


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

8 Liquids: condensation, evaporation

equilibrium

Solution dynamics


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned




9 Process of chemical reactions Introduction

to Organic Chemistry


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

10 Intro. to Organic Chemistry Part II Nuclear

Chemistry


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

11 Radiological Chemistry

Final review


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned


proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10






• www.chemguide.co.uk

• chemed.chem.purdue.edu/genchem/topicreview/index_noframes.html

• www.800mainstreet.com/cl/101-online.html

• www.preparatorychemistry.com

• Chang, Raymond, ‘Kemi’ (in Thai)










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 122 หลักเคมี

English ICNS 122 Principles of Chemistry


(lecture 4 hours/week; laboratory 0 hour/week; self study 8 hours/wk)





3.2 Type of subject Elective course in Natural Science for General Education for Applied

Mathematics students

Elective course in Natural Science for General Education for Computer

Science students

Elective course in Natural Science for General Education for Food Science

students

4. Responsible faculty member Full-time faculty members, Mahidol University


5.1 Trimester 2nd


Trimester/every academic year

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

Principles of Chemistry is a one tri-semester course. Basic concepts of chemistry will be covered in this

short period of time so that students will become well versed in the concepts and the language of chemistry.

The course will cover the atoms, electronic configuration, the periodic table, bonds, prediction of molecular

structures, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, acids and bases, electrochemistry and d-block

coordination chemistry, with emphasis on the atoms, atomic electron configuration and structures (Lewis and

VSEPR), bonds, acid-base chemistry and chemical equilibrium.





โครงสรางของอะตอม พันธะเคมี กาซ สารละลายในของแข็งและของเหลว สตอคิโอเมทรี สมดุลทาง

เคมี สมดุลอิออน คุณสมบัติทางเคมีของธาตุชนิดตางๆ

Atomic structure, chemical bonding, gases, solids and liquid solutions, stoichimetry, chemical

equilibria, ionic equilibria, periodic properties of representative and transition elements.



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1 hour / week





understand the importance of chemistry.

2. Teaching methods







(2) Have discipline, self- and social responsibility








(1) Lecture









(1) Knowledge of basic concepts of chemistry


(2) Knowledge of relation between chemistry and everyday life.

(3) Knowledge of important developments in chemistry




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation







(3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problems and synthesize solutions, foresee also

forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation






(3) Self development both in academic and professional career














technology skills


communicate with others














2) Assignments

3) Presentation



1. Teaching plan



1 Measurement, matter, atoms,

molecules and ions


discussions, online self

Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

2 Stoichiometry, chemical reactions in

aqueous solutions



Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

3 Gases and thermochemistry, atomic

structure & properties, electrons, and

periodic table



Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

4 Chemical bonds, theory and molecular

structure, Chemical bonds, theory and

molecular structure



Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

5 States of matter and intermolecular

forces, solutions



Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

6 Midterm examination 2 Multimedia lectures, class


Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

7 Chemical kinetics, Chemical

equilibrium



Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

8 Acids, bases, acid-base equilibrium,

Thermodynamics



Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa


9 Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry 4 Multimedia lectures, class


Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

10 Coordination chemistry 4 Multimedia lectures, class


Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

11 Review 4 Multimedia lectures, class


Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

12 Final examination 2 Multimedia lectures, class


Dr. Chayanant

Hongfa

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





J.W. Hill; R.H. Petrucci, General Chemistry an integrated approach 3rd


Edition, Prentice Hall, New

Jersey 2002.

P.W. Atkin, Atkin’s Molecules, 2nd


edition, Cambridge University Press, 2003.

-






(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


















Thai ICNS 131 หลักการของฟสิกส

English ICNS 131 Essentials of Physics


(lecture 4 hours/wk; laboratory 0 hours/wk; self study 8 hours/wk)







Science for General Education Program Coordinator (MUIC, Science

Division)




6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -


9. Dare of latest revision January 2011



1. Goals

• To introduce students to basic concepts of physics.

• To help students understand connections between physics concepts and everyday life.



pedagogy.



แนะนําความรูขัน้พืน้ฐานของฟสิกซทีม่ีผลกระทบตอสังคม หนวยมาตรวัดตางๆ กลศาสตรและ

พลศาสตร พลังงานและความรอน ไฟฟาและแมเหล็ก แสงและเสียง และสเปกตรัมของแมเหล็กไฟฟา เนนการ

นําความรูที ่ไดไปใชในชีวิตประจําวัน ใหตระหนักถึงคุณคาของวิธีการทางวิทยาศาสตรตอเทคโนโลยีและ

วิศวกรรมสมัยใหม เนื้อหาเนนในแงความคิดและการประยุกตใชมากกวาในดานการคํานวณและวิเคราะห

ดังน้ัน นักศึกษาสามารถเขาเรียนไดโดยมีเพียงความเขาใจพื้นฐานดานพีชคณิตและสมการเทานั้นก็เพียงพอ

An introduction to the basic concepts of physics that impact individuals and society on a daily basis:

physical quantities, Newtonian mechanics and dynamics, energy and heat, electricity and magnetism, light and

sound, and the electromagnetic spectrum. The focus is on applying the information learned to everyday life,

and recognizing the value of scientific method in modern technology and engineering. The emphasis is on

ideas and applications rather than detailed mathematical analysis. Therefore, no previous background in high

school physics is required, but students should have a basic knowledge of algebra and equations.



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understand the importance of physics.

2. Teaching methods















(1) Lecture










(1) Knowledge of basic concepts of physics

(2) Knowledge of relation between physics and everyday life.

(3) Knowledge of important developments in physics




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





2) Assignments

3) Presentation






(2) Can apply theoretical and practical knowledge to their real life activities (3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problems and synthesize solutions and foresee and

forestall issues



professional skills





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation



(1) Express opinions appropriately




















(4) Develop skills to search information from the Internet (5) Have information technology skills for communication such as e-mail, instant messaging,










2) Assignments

3) Presentation



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction; Scientific Method; A

Brief History of Modern Physics; Units,

Numbers & Equations


discussions, online self-

study

As assigned

2 Dynamics; Movement & Motion;

Speed, Distance & Time; Velocity &

Displacement; Acceleration



study

As assigned

3 Mechanics; Force; Moments; Newton’s

Laws; Gravity; Mass and Weight



study

As assigned

4 Energy; Work and Power; Energy

Forms; Transfer and Efficiency; Energy

Sources



study

As assigned

5 Heat; Conduction, Convection and

Radiation; Insulation and Regulation;

Laws of Thermodynamics



study

As assigned

6 Review Session and Midterm Exam 4 Multimedia lectures, class


study

As assigned/

proctor

7 Electricity; Charge and Current;

Voltage and Resistance; Power



study

As assigned

8 Magnetism; Magnetic Fields and Poles;

The Earth’s Magnetic Field;

Electromagnetism



study

As assigned

9 Waves; Sound and Light; Wave 4 Multimedia lectures, class As assigned




Properties; Water Waves; Reflection,

Refraction and Diffraction


study

10 The Electromagnetic Spectrum;

Applications; Radio and Microwaves;

Visible Light; High-frequency Waves



study

As assigned

11

Review Session and Presentations



study

As assigned


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





Set by the instructor










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








presentation of project and poster presentation




Course Specification Name of institution Mahidol University





Thai ICNS 132 หลักการของฟสิกส

English ICNS 132 Principles of Physics


(lecture 4 hours/week; laboratory 0 hour/week; self study 8 hour/week)






Required course for Biological Science majors.


Science for General Education Program Coordinator (MUIC,

Science Division)


5.1 Trimester 1st, 2nd, and 3rd


Trimester/every year

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -




Section 2 Goals and Objectives 1. Goals

• Give qualitative and quantitative knowledge of Newtonian mechanics

• Give qualitative and quantitative knowledge of rotational motion

• Give qualitative and quantitative knowledge of fluid mechanics

• Understand applications and usefulness of physics



pedagogy.

Section 3 Course Management 1. Course descriptions

ระบบการวัด หนวย และมิติ; เวคเตอร; การเคลื่นที่หรือเคลื่อนไหว: คําอธิบาย กฎของนิวตัน; การ

ทํางาน: พลังงานจลน พลังงานศักย การอนุรักษพลังงาน; โมเมนตัมเชิงเสน และกฎการรักษาสภาวะของมัน;

ความสมดุลยและความยืดหยุน; การเคลือ่นทีเ่ปนชวงๆ การเคลือ่นทีข่องคลืน่ในมิติเดียว; เสียงและการไดยิน;

อุทกสถิตศาสตร; ความรอนและคุณสมบัติทางดานอุณหภูมิของสสาร; กระแสไฟฟาและแมเหล็ก; การมองเห็น

ในทางเรขาคณิต; ปรมาณูฟสิกส

Measurement, units and dimensions; vectors; description of motion; Newton’s Laws of Motion; work:

kinetic energy, potential energy, conservation of energy; linear momentum and it’s Law of the Conservation;

equilibrium and elasticity; periodic motion; one dimensional wave motion; sound and hearing; hydrostatics;

heat and thermal properties of mater; electricity and magnetism; geometrical optics; nuclear physics.



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Section 4 Development of Students’ Learning Outcome 1. Expected outcome on students’ skill and knowledge

• Able to understand and use measurement units

• Able to understand and use vectors

• Able to understand and perform linear motion calculations

• Able to understand and perform circular motion calculations

• Able to understand and use Newton’s Laws

• Able to understand and use fluid mechanics

• Able to understand and perform gas law calculations

Teaching methods















(1) Lecture




(1) Written midterm and final examinations; quizzes.



(4) On-time submission of all work




(1) Have qualitative and quantitative knowledge of Newtonian mechanics (2) Have qualitative and quantitative knowledge of rotational motion

(3) Have qualitative and quantitative knowledge of fluid mechanics

(4) Understand applications and usefulness of physics




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





(2) Assignments







forestall issues



professional skills



(1) Written midterm and final examinations; quizzes

(2) Assignments



(1) Express opinion appropriately (2) Can adjust to work in team both as leader or follower





(1) Participation in discussions









technology skills














(1) Written midterm and final examinations; quizzes

(2) Assignments


Section 5 Teaching and Evaluation Plans 1. Teaching plan



1 What is Physics? Applications of Physics;

Math Review; Scalar and Vector; Vector

Properties;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments.

As assigned

2 Vector Addition; Components of Vectors;

Unit Vectors;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

3 Vector Multiplications (Dot Product and

Cross Product) 1-D Motion; Horizontal

motion; Position; Position-Time graph;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

As assigned

4 Displacement; Distance; 2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

5 Average Velocity; Average Speed;

Instantaneous Velocity; Average

Acceleration; Instantaneous Acceleration;

1-D Horizontal Motion with constant

acceleration. Vertical motion; Free falling

objects;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

As assigned

6 -D Motion; Position Vector; Displacement;

Velocity; Acceleration;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

7 2-D Motion with constant acceleration;

Projectile Motion; Uniform circular motion;

Relative velocity;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

As assigned

8 Rotational Motion; Angular Displacement;

Angular Velocity; Angular Acceleration;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments




9 Rotational motion with constant angular

acceleration; Angular and Linear Quantities;

Force; Net Force; External and Internal

Forces; Newton’s Laws of motion

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

As assigned

10 Forces in Everyday Life; Gravitational

Forces and Weight; Mass and Weight;

Normal Forces; Tension Forces;

Application of Newton’s Laws

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

11 Frictions; Static and Kinematic Frictions;

Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation;

2 Class lecture,

homework

assignments

As assigned/

proctor

12 Final Examination 2

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





• R. A. Serway and J. W. Jewett, Jr., Principles of Physics, Thomson, 2002.

• A. Beiser, Applied Physics, Schaum’s Theory and Problems, McGraw Hill, 1994.

• A. Halpern, 3000 Solved Problems in Physics, Schaum’s Solved Problems Series, McGraw Hill, 1988.


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-






(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 133 ดาราศาสตรขั้นแนะนํา

English ICNS 133 Introduction to Astronomy













6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To introduce students to basic concepts and knowledge in astronomy.

• To help students understand connections between astronomy and everyday life.


To keep course content up-to-date and relevant to current state of knowledge in this field and

improve pedagogy.



ความรูพืน้ฐานดานดาราศาสตร ดาราศาสตรฟสิกส และจักรวาลวิทยา สํารวจความรูความเขาใจของ

มนุษยในเรือ่งเกีย่วกับจักรวาล ผลกระทบของการใชวิธีทางวิทยาศาสตรในการสํารวจดวงาว โลก และดวง

จันทร ระบบสุริยะ วงจรชีวิตของดวงดาว หลุมดํา กาแลคซี และความเขาใจในดานแหลงกําเหนิดและอนาคต

ของจักรวาล มุงเนนที่ความคิดและการสํารวจมากกวาการคํานวณวิเคราะห

The course is an introduction to the basic ideas of astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology. The

course explores: the progress of human understanding of the universe; the impact of scientific method on

astronomical observation; the Earth & the Moon; the Solar System; the lifecycle of stars; Black Holes;

galaxies; and the current understandings about the origins and future of the universe. The emphasis is on

ideas and observations rather than detailed mathematical analysis, so no previous background in high school

science is required. However, students should have a basic interest in life, the universe and everything.


Lecture Additional

class

Laboratory / field trip/ internship Self study

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understand the importance of astronomy.

2. Teaching methods















(1) Lecture









(1) Knowledge of basic concepts of astronomy (2) Knowledge of relation between astronomy and everyday life.


(3) Knowledge of important developments in astronomy




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation







forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation



















technology skills















(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation

\



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction; The Oldest Science; Modern

Scientific Method; Numbers & Units;

Terms & Terminology


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

2 Ancient Ideas; Stargazers; A Brief History

of Almost Everything; Why Are We Here?


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

3 The Earth and The Sun; Heliocentrism;

Galileo and the Scientific Revolution;

Observational Astronomy


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

4 Planetary Science; Gravity; Orbital Motion;

Kepler’s Laws; The Earth and The Moon


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

5 The Solar System; The Sun & The Planets

& Everything Else; Life on Mars?


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

6 Review Session & Midterm Examination 4 Multimedia lectures,

class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned/

proctor

7 Solar and Stellar Astronomy; The Sun &

Stars; The Birth, Life & Death of Stars; The

Future of the Sun


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

8 Black Holes; White Holes; Theoretical

Astrophysics


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned




9 Galactic Astronomy; The Milky Way;

Galactic Centre; Spiral Galaxies and Other

Galaxies


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

10 Cosmology; The Universe; The Observable

Universe; Evidence for The Big Bang

Theory; The Death of the Universe?


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

11 Review Session and Presentations


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned


proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 5


3. (2) to (3) Examination

Quizzes

6, 12

1-11

60 (Midterm: 30; Final: 30)

10



Set by the instructor










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 141 คอมพวิเตอรเบือ้งตน

English ICNS 141 Computer Essentials





Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of

Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science




5. Trimester / year of study -



6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To integrate computer skills into everyday life

• To understand about how computers work and understand the associated technology

• To learn the vocabulary of the information system industry



pedagogy.



วิชานี้มุงเนนดานความรูความชํานาญในการสื่อสารและคนควาโดยอาศัยระบบดิจิตอล โดยการเรียนการ

สอนจะใชวธิีการปฏิบัติการชวยใหเกิดความรูความเขาใจในการใชซอฟทแวรตางๆ การใชระบบปองกันไวรัส และ

อ่ืนๆ วิชานี้ไมอนุญาติใหนักศึกษาในสาขาวิชาคอมพิวเตอรดานตางๆ ลงทะเบียนเรียน

This course focuses on providing skills and knowledge to interact and learn in a digital environment

more effectively on a personal level. This is achieved through both hands-on experience with commonly used

software packages and operating systems, as well as in-Class lecture, e-materials supplements on hardware,

software, computer security and current and future application services, such as cloud computing, and social

networking. Class materials will be supplemented with e-learning and m-learning materials and exploration. Not

for students majoring in computer fields.



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1.1 Class Learning Outcomes:

• Able to understand basic computer terminology

• Able to understand the specification of a computer system and able to compare between

different systems and platforms

• Can explain how different components of the computer work

• Able to apply computer technology to solve a problem

• Use computer technology to improve academic performance

1.2 Lab Learning Outcomes:

• Use the Windows operating system to manage files

• Understand Windows filing system

• Be able to customize Windows operating system

• Able to explain how to use specific operating system functions

• Able to make and give presentations

• Able to use advance functions in Word for essays

• Able to use Google to find a wide range of questions

• For academic studies, understand when a general search engine and a journal database search should be

used

2. Teaching methods






(1) Understand why students shouldn’t use illegal software and ways to avoid doing so (1) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity

(2) Understand the risks of posting private information on the internet (2) Have discipline, self and social responsibility

(3) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity (3) Have a positive attitude in professional and express their morality and ethics

(4) Have discipline, self- and social responsibility (4) Be responsible and participate in activity for development


(5) Have a positive professional attitude and communicate their morality and ethics to others (5) Can adjust to work in team both as leader or follower

(6) Can work cooperatively in teams as both a leader or a follower (6) Respect and follow rules and regulations of institution and society

(7) Respect and follow institutional and societal rules and regulations (7) Respect other people’s right and are a good listener

(8) Respect other people’s rights and be a good listener (8)




(1) Lecture









(1) Understand the parts of a computer system

(2) Be able to solve organization problems through the use of installing hardware and

software

(3) Make comparison choices on the best computer platform for particular situations

(4) Understand commonly used operating system, how to manage files and folders, and how

to maintain the system




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations






2) Assignments








forestall issues



professional skills




2) Assignments




















technology skills















2) Assignments

3) Presentation



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction: What are Computers,

Computer Platforms

3 Class lecture, e-materials

supplement

As assigned

Lab: the same topics 1 Computer Lab

2 Windows: Managing Files, Task Bar

and Start Menu


supplement

As assigned


3 Finding, Transforming, Uses, Storage

and Types of Data


supplement

As assigned


4 Windows: Customizing Desktop, Work

Environment


supplement

As assigned


5 Social Networks, Learning and Work 3 Class lecture, e-materials

supplement

As assigned


6 Midterm Examination 4 As assigned/

proctor

7 Google Scholar/MU on-line journals 3 Class lecture, e-materials

supplement

As assigned


8 Mobile Computing, e-Books, Gester-

Based Computing


supplement

As assigned


9 PowerPoint: Animation and Presenting 3 Class lecture, e-materials

supplement

As assigned





10 Computer Security: Protecting Your

Computer, Data and Digital Identity


supplement

As assigned


11 Macromedia Flash 3 Class lecture, e-materials

supplement

As assigned


12 Computer Lab Examination 4 Computer Lab

As assigned/

proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





Assigned text reading on Wikipedia for each computer topic


Materials and handouts distributed via MUIC Moodle, ICNS141 Personal Computer Wikiversity site and

www.icns141.com


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(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 142 เทคโนโลยรีะบบอินเตอรเน็ต

English ICNS 142 Internet Technology





Bachelor of Arts, Bach Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business



4. Responsible faculty member Full-time and adjunct faculty members, under supervision of

the Natural Science for General Education Program Coordinator

(MUIC, Science Division)




6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To get familiar with new Internet-related technologies and terms

• To be knowledgeable about many ways to utilize the Internet for organizations and individuals

• To be able to identify activities on the Internet and tools that enable these activities for both

enterprises and individuals

• Threats and ethics of online communication

• Infrastructures for the Internet and the World Wide Web



pedagogy.



นักศึกษาจะไดเรียนรูลักษณะและชนิดของเทคโนโลยีการติดตอสือ่สารทีม่ีใชกันทัว่ไปในอินเตอรเน็ต

การใชอินเตอรเปนเครื่องมือคนควา เปนเครือ่งมือสื่อสาร และเปนเครือ่งมือในการเสนอผลงานและความรู

ทางดานมาตรฐานของอินเตอรเน็ตและเทคโนโลยี การใชออนไลนเซอรวิส พื ้นฐานโปรแกรม HTML,

JavaScript ไมอนุญาติใหนักศึกษาในสาขาวิชาเอกดานคอมพิวเตอรลงทะเบียนเรียนวิชานี้

Students will learn the characteristics and types of communication technologies commonly used on

the Internet. Students will use the Internet both as an information and communication tool, and to present their

own ideas through learning about: Internet standards and technology; the uses of online services; basic

HTML; basic scripting in JavaScript. Not for students majoring in computer fields.



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understand the history of the Internet, its current use in both academia and industry, the current trend in social

media, ethics and security on the Internet, and the future of online communications.

2. Teaching methods


visual aids.













(1) Lecture










(1) To posses basic knowledge towards the understanding of self, society, surrounding in order

to be well-rounded person

(2) To process the knowledge related to principles, theories and practice in the course

(3) To have the ability to remain current in research and new knowledge

(4) To posses basic knowledge towards the understanding of self, society, surrounding in order

to be well-rounded person




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





2) Assignments







(3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problems and synthesize solutions and foresee

andforestall issues


(1) Teaching based on real experience that encouragesdevelopment of general skills, notonly

professional skills





(2) Assignments













(2) Appropriate behaviorin class






technology skills












(3) Self-study assignmentsusing on-line resources

(4) Reports and assignments that emphasizequantitative data and statistics from reliable sources



2) Assignments

3) Presentation

\



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction to the Internet: definition and

history


activities, self-study

As assigned

2 The World Wide Web: sites, pages, servers, IP

addresses, DNS, browsers, shortcuts

4 Multimedia lectures, lab


As assigned

3 Risks and safeguards in using WWW 4 Multimedia lectures, class


study

As assigned

4 Searching the Web: process, tools, techniques 4 Multimedia lectures, lab


As assigned

5 E-mail systems and social media 4 Multimedia lectures, lab

activities, online self-study

As assigned

6 Midterm Examination 2 Multimedia lectures, class

discussions, self-study

As assigned/

proctor

7 Getting more out of the Internet: portals,

resources, research tools, educational tools, etc.



As assigned

8 Networking Basics: LAN, MAN & WAN,

internet infrastructures, GPS and related

services


activities, online self-study

As assigned

9 Network security 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

10 E-commerce: origins, factors, and models 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

11 Creating an online store 4 Multimedia lectures, lab


As assigned



2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





Cashman, S., Napier, A. H., & Rivers, O. N. (2009). Discovering the Internet: Complete Concepts and

Techniques (3rd ed.): Course Technology.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 143 วิทยาศาสตรคอมพิวเตอรขั้นพื้นฐาน

English ICNS 143 Fundamental of Computer Science











5.1 Trimester All 3 trimesters / every year


6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• Students should understand algorithms are the heart of computerized operations

• Students should be able to name and explain common basic data structures fundamental to computer

operations and advanced ones that enhance operation efficiency

• Students should be able to recall major hardware components and explain their internal work to

justify machines’ capabilities and limitations

• Students should be able to write simple computer programs

• Students should be able to define the Internet as a new way of using computers, the underlying

hardware and processes, and discuss information security issues that have arisen due to the use of the

Internet

• Students should be aware of computing ethics that are essential to daily life and decide how to

protect themselves from spam, phishing, malware, etc.



improve pedagogy.




เนื้อหาของวิชาประกอบดวย ประวัติศาสตรของวิทยาศาสตรคอมพิวเตอร อัลโกริธึมทั้งทฤษฎีและ

ปฏิบัติ เลขฐานสอง สมการบูลีนโลจิกและเกทส องคประกอบของคอมพิวเตอรและระบบซอฟทแวร เชน

ระบบการควบคุม หลักการของพืน้ฐานการทําโครงขาย และการรักษาความปลอดภัยของขอมูล โปรแกรมที่ใช

ภาษาขั้นสูง มีการตรวจสอบระบบตัวอยางที่มีใชงานกันอยู เชน การใชโครงสรางขอมูลทีม่ีอยูในการตรวจสอบ

ตัวสะกด การใชปญญาประดิษฐในการคนควาและในระบบคอมพิวเตอรนําวิถี การสรางคอมพิวเตอรกราฟกส

ในงานบันเทิงนิเทศน ไมอนุญาติใหนักศึกษาในสาขาวิชาเอกคอมพิวเตอรลงทะเบียนเรียนวิชานี้

Topics include the history of computer science; algorithms in theory and practice; binary numbers,

Boolean logic, and gates; an introduction to computer organization and system software, such as operating

systems; basic networking concepts and information security; high-level language programming. Real world

examples of computer science applications will be examined, such as using data structures to enable

spellcheckers; artificial intelligence in search engines and navigation systems; and creating computer graphics

for entertainment media. Not for students majoring in computer fields.



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Students will be able to apply and synthesize knowledge guided bythe lecturer and self-study

tounderstand fundamental concepts in computer science, namely

• Algorithms

• Common basic data structures

• Hardware components and their internal work

• Basic computer programming

• The Internet as a new way of using computers

• Computing ethics

2. Teaching methods











Learning centered education: Emphasis on knowledge development, important career


(1) Lecture



(4) Exploratory activities such as delivering a potential solution on a case study or creating a

new idea








(1) To possess basic knowledge towards the understanding of self, society, and surroundings in

order to be well-rounded person

(2) To process the knowledge related to principles, theories and practice in the course

(3) To have the ability to remain current in research and new knowledge

(4) To possess basic knowledge towards the understanding of self, society, and surroundings in

order to be well-rounded person




(1) Lecture







2) Assignments







(3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problems and synthesize solutions and foresee

andforestall issues


(1) Teaching based on real experience that encouragesdevelopment of general skills, notonly

professional skills




2) Assignments












(2) Appropriate behaviorin class







technology skills











(3) Self-study assignmentsusing on-line resources

(4) Reports and assignments that emphasizequantitative data and statistics from reliable sources



(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation

\



1. Teaching plan


1 An introduction to the fields in

computer science

4 Multimedia lectures, class discussions,

self-study

As assigned

2 Algorithm discovery and design 5 Multimedia lectures, class discussions,

group activities

As assigned

3 Efficiency of algorithms 5 Multimedia lectures, class discussions,

self-study

As assigned

4 Data structures 5 Multimedia lectures, simulations, self-

study

As assigned

5 Binary numbers and operations

on them

5 Multimedia lectures, self-study As assigned

6 Boolean logic and gates 3 Multimedia lectures, simulations, self-

study

As assigned

7 Midterm Examination 2 proctor

8 Computer system organization 5 Multimedia lectures, simulations, self-

study

As assigned

9 Computer networks, the Internet

& WWW

5 Multimedia lectures, simulations self-

study

As assigned

10 Information security 5 Multimedia lectures, simulations self-

study

As assigned

11 Introduction to high-Level

language programming

5 Multimedia lectures, programming


As assigned

12 Computing ethics 5 Multimedia lectures, class discussions,

case study, self-study

As assigned


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





• Schneider, G. M., &Gersting, J. L. (2010). Invitation to Computer Science (5th ed.). Boston, MA:

Course Technology.

• Forouzan, B. A. and F. Mosharraf (2007). Foundations of Computer Science (2nd


ed.). Cengage

Learning EMEA Higher Education.









(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation
















Thai ICNS 152 นิเวศนวทิยาของเอเชยีตะวันออกเฉยีงใต

English ICNS 152 Southeast Asian Ecology


(lecture 3 hours/week; laboratory/demonstration/field trip 2 hours/week; self

study 7 hours/week)











6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To introduce students to the ecological systems of Southeast Asia.

To help students understand current impacts and potential threats to the ecosystems.

• To give knowledge about the role of the protected area system.

• To help students understand the relationship between ecosystem protection and sustainable

development

• To provide environmentally friendly guidelines for developers and planners



pedagogy.



ความรูทั่วไปดานระบบนิเวศนวิทยาของเอเชียตะวันออกเฉียงใต เหตุการณที่ทําใหเกิดปญหาโตแยง

ตางๆ ในปจจุบัน และสิ่งที่จะมีผลคุกคามระบบนิเวศน การจัดระบบพืน้ที่คุมครอง เพือ่ปองกันการทําลายระบบ

นิเวศน การอนุรักษความหลากหลายทางชีวภาพเพื่อการรักษาระบบนิเวศน และเพื่อเปนสถานที่สําหรับทัศน

ศึกษาทางนิเวศนวิทยา นอกจากนี้แลว จะชีใ้หเห็นความสัมพันธระหวางการรักษาระบบนิเวศน และการพัฒนา

เพื่อความยัง่ยืน ไดทราบขอมูลดานการประชุมระดับนานาชาติที่เกี ่ยวของกับการรักษาระบบนิเวศน รวมถึง

แนวทางการจัดการที่เปนมิตรกับสิ่งแวดลอมสําหรับนักพัฒนาและนักวางแผนงาน

The course offers an overview of the ecological systems of Southeast Asia, and discusses the current

impacts and potential threats to the ecosystems. The course further looks at the protected area system and its

role in protecting intact ecosystems, in the conservation of biological diversity, in providing ecological

services, and as a key component of ecotourism. In addition, the course looks at the relationship between

ecosystem protection and sustainable development, and the international conventions that relate to ecosystem

protection. Finally the course provide some ecofriendly guidelines for developers and planners.



Lecture Additional

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understand the importance of ecology.

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures, demonstrations, a field trip and discussion. Teaching materials include

lecture notes, texts, documents and visual aids.















(1) Lecture









(1) Knowledge of the ecosystems of Southeast Asia

(2) Knowledge of the relationship between protected areas and sustainable development.

(3) Knowledge of key issues in conservation




(1) Lecture






(2) Assignments









forestall issues



professional skills




2) Assignments












(1) Observed attitudes during discussions and field trip







technology skills















(2) Assignments



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction to Southeast Asia and

ASEAN

ASEAN’s Environmental Challenges

Ecology and Ecological Overview of

Southeast Asia



As assigned

2 Natural Ecosystems: Mangrove Forest 3 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

3 Natural Ecosystems: Beach Vegetation,

Brackish-water Forest, Rocky Shores,

Coral Reefs



As assigned

4 Natural Ecosystems: Rivers and Lakes,

Peat Swamp Forest, Freshwater-swamp

Forest



As assigned

5 Natural Ecosystems: Lowland Forest 3 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

6 Midterm Examination

Natural Ecosystems: Mountains and Caves



direct observation

As assigned/

proctor

Field Trip 22

7 Man-made Ecosystems: Agricultural and

Urban Ecosystems



As assigned

8 Disturbance, Island Biogeography, Genetic

Erosion and Conservation, and Global

Warming



As assigned

9 Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem 3 Multimedia lectures, class As assigned




Services discussions, online self-study

10 Protected Areas: Definition, Concept and

Categories, World Heritage Sites, ASEAN

Heritage Sites, and International

Conventions and Ecosystem Protection

Ecotourism: Definition and Concept



As assigned

11 Ecologically-friendly Guidelines for

Developers and Planners



As assigned


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10






• Fennell, D.A. (1999). Ecotourism: an Introduction. London: Routledge.

• Lee, D. (1980) The sinking ark: environmental problems in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Kuala

Lumpur: Heinemann.

• MacKinnon, J., C. Rees & M. Uriarte. (2004), Guidebook of Biodiversity Principles for Developers

and Planners. Los Banos: ARCBC.

• MacKinnon, J., K. MacKinnon, G. Child & J. Thorsell. (Comp.) (1986). Managing Protected Areas in

the Tropics. Gland: IUCN.

• Murdoch, W.W. (Ed.). (1975). Environment: Resources, Pollution and Society. Sunderland: Sinauer

Associates.

• Osborne, P.L. (2000). Tropical Ecosystems and Ecological Concepts. Cambridge: Cambridge

University Press.

• Page, S.J. & Dowling, R.K. (2002). Ecotourism. New York: Prentice Hall

• Sims, Jr. H.W. (1983). Ecology: Selected Readings. 3rd ed. Dubuque: Kendall/Hunt.

• Singh, K.P. & Singh, J.S. (Ed.) (1992). Tropical Ecosystems: Ecology and Management. New Delhi:

Wiley Eastern.

• Weaver, D. (2001). Ecotourism. Milton: John Wiley & Sons










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation





examinations.











Thai ICNS 153 ระบบนิเวศนและทรัพยากรธรรมชาติ

English ICNS 153 Ecosystems and Natural Resources



study 7 hours/week)



Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor

of Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing Science


Required course for Environment majors.






6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To introduce the structure, function and diversity of global ecosystems.

• To help students understand ecosystem valuation and management.

• To help students understand threats to ecosystem function including climate change, pollution and

extinction.

• To provide background on the scientific approach to investigation of the causes and potential

solutions of threats.





ตรวจสอบผลกระทบของมนุษยตอระบบนิเวศนและทรัพยากรธรรมชาติ ศึกษาโครงสราง การทํางาน

และความหลากหลายของระบบนิเวศนของโลก การประเมินและการจัดการระบบนิเวศน ภัยคุกคามตอระบบ

นิเวศน เชน สภาพภูมิอากาศเปลีย่นแปลง มลพิษ และการสูญพันธุของสิ่งมีชีวิต การใชวิธีการทางวิทยาศาสตร

เพือ่คนหาสาเหตุและหาทางแกไขปญหาภัยคุกคามดังกลาว มีการศึกษาภาคสนามเพือ่ทําการศึกษาสภาพระบบ

นิเวศนในธรรมชาติ

This course examines human impacts on ecosystems and natural resources. Topics include the

structure, function and diversity of global ecosystems, ecosystem valuation and management, and threats to

ecosystem function including climate change, pollution and extinction. Scientific approaches to investigation

of the causes and potential solutions of threats to ecosystems are discussed. A day trip for direct observation

and study of ecosystem function and management is required.


Lecture Additio

nal class

Laboratory / field trip/

internship

Self study

33 (3 hours x 11 weeks) - 22 (2 hours x 11 weeks) 77 hours (7 hours x 11 weeks)


Face-to-face 1 hour / week; On-line (email or other method) 2 hours / week





understand the importance of environmental science.

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures, demonstrations, a field trip and discussion. Teaching materials include

lecture notes, texts, documents and visual aids.



1.1 Expected outcome on morality and ethics (1) Perceive importance of morality, ethics, and integrity (2) Have discipline, self- and social responsibility (3) Have a positive professional attitude and communicate their morality and ethics to others (4) Take responsibility to participate in development activities (5) Can work cooperatively in teams as both a leader or a follower (6) Respect and follow institutional and societal rules and regulations (7) Respect other people’s rights and be a good listener




(1) Lecture










(1) Knowledge of the the relevance of biology to everyday life







(1) Lecture






(2) Assignments








forestall issues



professional skills





(2) Assignments


4.1 Expected outcome on Interpersonal relationship and responsibility (1) Express opinions appropriately (2) Can work effectively in teams as both leader and follower (3) Self development in academic and professional careers (4) Have responsibility for assignments



























(2) Assignments

\



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction, environmental science, sustainability

Natural Populations


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

2 Human population history, trend and impacts

Communities, Scientific Method


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

3 Ecosystems, Biomass and Energy

Resource Cycles: Nitrogen, Phosphorus


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

4 Pressure, Temperature, Convection, Weather, the

Water Cycle

Climate, ENSO, Asian Monsoon


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

5 Midterm Review

Midterm Examination


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

6 Terrestrial biomes 1: deserts, tundra, grasslands,

chaparral

Terrestrial biomes 2: forests (tropical, temperate,

taiga)


class discussions,

online self-study, direct

observation

As assigned/

proctor

Field trip 20

7 Marine Ecosystems 1: physical properties of the

oceans; photic and abyssal zone ecology

Marine Ecosystems 2: rocky intertidal, beaches,

sea grass, coral reefs, mangroves


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

8 Carbon Cycle 3 Multimedia lectures, As assigned




Climate Change

class discussions,

online self-study

9 Ecosystem Valuation: Goods

renewable and non-renewable resources,

recycling

Biodiversity, water resources


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

10 Ecosystem Valuation: Services (carbon

economics, ozone layer)

Energy alternatives (renewables, nuclear fusion,

fission)


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

11 Pollution (air, water, soil, noise, indoor and

outdoor)

Final Review


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned


proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





Raven, Peter and Berg, Catherine. Environment.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation





examinations.











Thai ICNS 154 เทคโนโลยีกับความเปนอยูของมนุษย

English ICNS 154 Technology and the Human Condition











5.1 Trimester All trimester / every academic year


6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• Students will learn how common technologies affect human life

• Examine the development and fundamental principles behind selected common technologies

• Gain an understanding of how technologies have affected the quality of life and life styles and will

continue to change them in the future



pedagogy.



ความกาวหนาของวิทยาศาสตรและเทคโนโลยี และผลกระทบตอมนุษยและสิ่งแวดลอม เทคโนโลยีเพื่อ

พัฒนาความเปนอยู การปรับระบบธรรมชาติเพือ่ใหเกิดประโยชนแกมนุษย การแพรกระจายของพันธุพืช การ

ขยายตัวของการผลิตอาหาร แหลงพลังงานใหม ผลตอสภาพแวดลอม เชน CFC ในอากาศ และการลดลงของชั้น

โอโซน โรงงานพลังงานปรมาณู การทําลายหรือจัดการของเสียจากโรงงานและอนุรักษสภาพแวดลอม

Progress of science and technology and its impact on humans and the environment; technology’s

ability to improve the quality of life; modification of natural systems to achieve human benefits; propagation

of plants; ramification of food production; new energy sources; their effects on the environment, such as CFC

in aerosol and ozone depletion, nuclear power plants, disposal and treatment of waste materials from industry,

and environmental conservation.



4


- - 88 hours









understand the importance of science for human society.

2. Teaching methods














(1) Lecture









(1) Students will learn the nature of science and the scientific method

(2) Examine and explain how science and technology works


(3) Have a basic understanding of some of the leading ideas in science today and their impact

on society in the future

(4) Have a basic understanding of some of the great thinkers in science and their contributions

to humanity




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation







forestall issues







(2) Assignments


(3) Presentation





Have responsibility for assignments













technology skills
















(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction

Science and Technology



As assigned

2 Technologies of the Distant Past:

Concrete, Metallurgy, Wind, Projectiles



As assigned

3 Technologies of the Near Past: Steam,

Electricity, Photography, Internal

Combustion



As assigned

4 Technologies of the Present 1a: The

Physics of the Silicon Revolution



As assigned

5 Technologies of the Present 1b: The

Silicon Revolution at Work and Play



As assigned

6 Technologies of the Far Future: Cyborgs,

Space Travel, Nanotech, Nuclear Fusion



As assigned/

proctor

7 Review

Midterm Examination



As assigned

8 Technologies of the Present 2a: The

Biology and Chemistry of Biotechnology



As assigned

9 Technologies of the Present 2b: The

Applications and Ethics of Biotechnology



As assigned

10 The Consequences of Technology:

Environment, Health, Safety, Jobs

Process and Progress Presentations 1



As assigned

11 Process and Progress Presentations 2

Review



As assigned



2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





• Bridgstock, Martin. Science, technology, and society: an introduction. Cambridge University Press.

1998.

• Canton, James. The extreme future: the top trends that will reshape the world in the next 20 years.

Plume. 2007.

• Cornish, Edward. Futuring: the exploration of the future. World Future Society. 2005.

• Dorf, Richard C. Technology, humans and society: towards a sustainable world. Academic Press.

2001.

• Gascoigne, Bamber. History world, history of technology. http://www.historyworld.net

http://www.historyworld.net/wrldhis/PlainTextHistories.asp?groupid=1217&HistoryID=ab11&gtrack

=pthc. 2001, ongoing.

• Olla, Phillip. Space technologies for the benefit of human society and earth. Springer. 2009.

• Rutherford, F. James and Ahlgren, Andrew. Science for all Americans. American Association for the

Advancement of Science. 1991.

• Teich, Albert. Technology and the future. Wadsworth Publishing. 2002.

• Vinge, Vernor. The coming technological singularity: how to survive in the post-human era. At

http://www-rohan.sdsu.edu/faculty/vinge/misc/singularity.html. San Diego State U. 1993.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 161 ธรณีวิทยาทั่วไป

English ICNS 161 General Geology







3.2 Type of subject Elective course in Natural Science for General Education Required course

for environment majors






6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• To introduce students to fundamental concepts and applications of geology.

• To help students understand earth processes including rock formation, weathering and erosion.

• To help students understand earth movements including plate tectonics and crustal deformation.



pedagogy.



หลักการเบื้องตนของธรณีวิทยาและการประยุกตใช หลักการธรณีวิทยาทางกายภาพ เนนที่กระบวนการ

ตางๆ ที่เกิดในระดับผิวโลก และลึกเขาไปจากผิวโลก รวมถึงกระบวนการกําเนิดของหิน และชัน้หิน ภูมิอากาศ

และการผุกรอน การกอตัวของภูมิประเทศ และการสลายตัวของเปลอืกโลก

Introducing fundamental concepts and applications of general geology at a beginning level.

Basic concepts of physical geology, emphasizing surficial and deep earth processes, including rock formation,

plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, formation of landscapes, and crustal deformation.


Lecture Additional

class


33


- 2 hours


77 hours









understand the importance of geology.

2. Teaching methods















(1) Lecture






(2) Project display






(1) Knowledge of fundamental concepts and applications of geology (2) Knowledge of earth processes including rock formation.

(3) Knowledge of earth movements




(1) Lecture






(2) Assignments







forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments






(3)

(4)

Self development in academic and professional careers

Have responsibility for assignments


(1) Group participation in display project




(1) Observed attitudes during display







technology skills















(2) Assignments



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction and agreement of

study, Geology study and Origin of

Earth and Earth’s crust



As assigned

2 Minerals and rocks,

Igneous and Volcanic Rocks



As assigned

3 Sedimentary Rocks,

Metamorphic Rocks



As assigned

4 Earth’s crust Deformation,

Structural Geology



As assigned

5 Geological Time,

Weathering



As assigned

6 Stream features,

Midterm Examination

Groundwater features,



As assigned/

proctor

7 Glacier features,

Ocean features



As assigned

8 Desert features,

Economic Geology



As assigned

9 Mass Wasting,

Geological Map reading



As assigned

10 Environmental geology,

Geology of Thailand



As assigned

11 Geologic Project Display 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned





proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 5





• Ojakangas, R.W., 1991, Introduction to Geology, New York: McGraw Hill, 294 pp.

• Tarbuck, E.J. and Lutgens, F.K., 1984, The Earth; An Introduction to Physical Geology, Bell &

Howell Company, 594 pp. QE28.2 T35E1984

• Skinner, B.J. and Porter, S.C., 2000, The Dynamic Earth; An Introduction in Physical Geology,

Fourth Edition, John Willey and Sons, 575 pp.

• Branson, E.B., and Tarr, W.A., 1941, Introduction to Geology, Second Edition, Mcgraw-Hill Book

Company, New York and London, 482 pp.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion


(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 171 วิธีการทางวิทยาศาสตรกับสังคม

English ICNS 171 The Scientific Approach and Society


(lecture 3 hours/week; Laboratory/demonstration 2 hours/week; self study 7

hours/week)









5.1 Trimester 1st, 2nd and 3rd


trimesters, every year

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

• Students will learn the nature of science and the scientific method

• Examine and explain how science and technology works

• Have a basic understanding of some of the leading ideas in science today and their impact on




pedagogy.



สํารวจวิธีการศึกษาทางวิทยาศาสตร โดยเรียนรูการทํางานและความคิดของนักวิทยาศาสตรที่มีชือ่เสียง

ศึกษากระบวนการคนหาเหตุผลและคําตอบ การต้ังทฤษฎี และผลกระทบของงานทางวิทยาสาสตรตอสังคม

An examination of the scientific method through the work and ideas of outstanding scientific

thinkers, the process of scientific reasoning and theory building, the impact of science on society.



33


- 22


77 hours









understand the importance of science for human society.

2. Teaching methods














(1) Lecture









(1) Students will learn the nature of science and the scientific method (2) Examine and explain how science and technology works

(3) Have a basic understanding of some of the leading ideas in science today and their impact on



(4) Have a basic understanding of some of the great thinkers in science and their contributions to

humanity




(1) Lecture

(2) Demonstrations





(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation







forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation



















technology skills















(2) Assignments

(3) Presentation



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction, syllabus. HW: What is science?

Handout from Okasha

VIDEO: Top Ten discoveries of science (Discovery

Channel)

TOPIC 1: Basic science, the scientific method and

how to study science. Scientific reasoning in action.


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: Introduction to lab 2

2 TOPIC 1: Science as a way of knowing: critical

thinking, the nature of science, mathematics and

technology


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: TOPIC 1: Science as a way of knowing:

critical thinking, the nature of science, mathematics

and technology

2

3 IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: What is science?

Handout from Okasha

TOPIC 2: Science vs. Pseudoscience


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

HW: Handout from secrets of the sequence videos. 2


4 AIT video and homework 3 Multimedia lectures,

class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

Lab: Nonrenewable energy sources presentation 2

5 IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 2: Bioterrorism

Video: Unnatural selection.

IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 2: Plastic surgery

by chemistry


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

LAB EXERCISE: Isolating microorganisms 2

6 IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 3: Topic: Internet

privacy


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

proctor

ACTIVITY: Create you own pseudoscience 2

7 Midterm Examination 4 Proctor

8 Video: An Inconvenient Truth (AIT)

IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 5: Topic: animal

experimentation

IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 6: Topic: Herbal

medicine and drugs from nature

IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 7: Topic:

Chocolate and endorphins

3+2 Multimedia lectures,

class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

9 IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 8: Topic: Karl

Popper

Video: The Big Bang Machine (CERN)

Ethics and science, Video: The Nature of Things –

The man with the golden cells, Bioethics (secrets of


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned


the sequence video)

10 IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 9: Alternative

Medicine – herbs and mushrooms,

Video: Alternative Medicine: The Evidence

IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 10: Topic:

Nuclear Energy

Environmental technologies


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned

11 IN-CLASS DISCUSSION: Group 11: Cell structure

Experiments, data analysis, statistical methods in

science


class discussions,

online self-study

As assigned


proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10






• Alexopoulus. Introductory Mycology.

• Bishop, Mark. Introductory Chemistry.

• Botkin. Environmental Science. 6th edition.

• Brandwein, Paul F. 1975. Concepts in science – Newton edition. Q181.A2 B821c

• Cam, Philip. 2001. Science and human values in Asia today. Q175.52 S416

• Campbell. Biology. 7th

• Chang, Raymond.

edition.

Chemistry. New York : McGraw-Hill, 1991

• Crick, Francis. 1966. Of molecules and men. QH331 C928O

• Cotton. Human impacts on weather and climate change. QC981.C851h 2007.

• Cunningham and Saigo. 2001. Environmental Science: A Global Concern.

• Dow and Downing. The atlas of climate change. QC981.8.C5 D744a 2007.

• Gribbin, John and Mary. 1997. Darwin in 90 minutes. Q143.D2 G846D

• Kardong, Introduction to biological evolution.

• Levin, Carol. 1991. Taking sides: clashing views on controversial bioethical issues. R724 T136 1991

• •

Okasha, Samir. 2002. Philosophy of Science – A very short introduction. Q175.O41p

O'Sullivan, Catherine. Reshaping herbal medicine: knowledge, education and professional

culture. WB925 R433 2005

• Rossman, Allan. Investigating statistical concepts, applications, and methods.

Rollin, Bernard E. Science and ethics. 2006. W50 R754s 2006

• Sagan, Carl. 1996. The Demon-Haunted World. Q175.S129d

• Sharma, P. D. Plant pathology. Oxford, U.K., 2006.

Stern, Introductory plant biology.

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http://mulinet1.li.mahidol.ac.th/search/cR724+T136+1991/cr+++724+t136+1991/-2,-1,,E/browse�

http://mulinet1.li.mahidol.ac.th/search/cWB925+R433+2005/cwb++925+r433+2005/-2,-1,,E/browse�

http://mulinet1.li.mahidol.ac.th/search/dstatistics+science/dstatistics+science/-2%2C0%2C0%2CB/frameset&FF=dstatistics+study+and+teaching&1%2C%2C6/indexsort=-�

http://mulinet1.li.mahidol.ac.th/search/cW50+R754s+2006/cw++++50+r754+s+2006/-2,-1,,E/browse�


• Vollhardt. Organic Chemistry: structure and function.

• Wynn, CM and Wiggins, AW. 2001. Quantum Leaps in the Wrong Direction; Where Real Science

Ends and Psuedoscience Begins.









(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.







Campus/faculty/department International College



Thai ICNS 211 วิทยาศาสตรการอาหาร

English ICNS 211 The Science of Food


(Lecture 3 hours/week; laboratory 2 hour/week; self study 7 hours/ week)


3.1 Curriculum offered in every curriculum in bachelor’s level (except international

curriculum)


4. Responsible faculty member Dr. Nirutchara Laohaprasit


5.1 Trimester 1st , 2nd, and 3rd


trimester / every academic year

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

Students should be able to explain/define terms relevant to food production/manufacturing; state

examples of nutrients present in foods; describe the structure, chemistry and significance of macronutrients,

micronutrients, and some phytochemicals found in food, state examples of different food groups; describe the

various types of food additives used in food production and preservation.





ประเภทของอาหารที ่สําคัญที ่สุด สมบัติทางเคมี ทางชีวเคมี ทางฟสิกส และทางจุลชีววิทยา การ

พิจารณาการผลิตอาหารและเครือขายการจัดจําหนายอาหารตัง้แตการใชประโยชนจากวัตถุดิบ การแปรรูป การ

ถนอมรักษาผลิตภัณฑที่ทําสําเร็จแลว การเก็บรักษาและการจัดจําหนายผลิตภัณฑสําเร็จรูป

Most significant types of foods, their chemical, biochemical, physical properties and microbiological

nature; overview of food production and distribution chain from raw material utilization, processing,

preservation to finished products, storage and distribution.



33 hours


- 22 hours


77 hours



2 hours / week




Students will be able to apply the knowledge from lecturer and additional activities relate to food

selection and preservation to benefit individuals and their community;

2. Teaching methods

Course organized using lecture, presentation methods, and activity sessions. Teaching materials

include documents and visual aids.














(1) Lecture










(1) Knowledge of theories and concepts in important nutrients required by human body

(2) Differentiate types or group of food

(3) Explain the change in food including prevention methods




(1) Lecture














(2) Assignment

(3) Group activity












(1) Group activity

(2) Assignment of group and reports








technology skills



(2) Can use information technology for communication in appropriate ways


(4) Skills to use information technology for communication such as e-mail communication,

group communication


(1) Lecture and group discussion


(3) Report for searching from website, e-learning



(2) Reports using information technology



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction to food science and technology 4 Interactive lecture

Group discussion

Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

2 Macronutrients I 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

3 Macronutrients II 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

4 Micronutrients 4 Interactive lecture

and activity

Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

5 Phytochemicals 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

6 Midterm Examination

7 Quality factors in food 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

8 Food microbiology and food preservation 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

9 Food categories I 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

10 Food categories II 4 Interactive lecture

and activity

Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

11 Food safety 4 Interactive lecture Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit

12 Final Examination Dr. Nirutchara

Laohaprasit


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10


3. (2) to (3) Examination 12 80 (Midterm: 40;

Final: 40)

4. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10



Murano, P.S. 2003. Understanding Food Science and Technology. Thomson Learning Academic

Resource Centre, Wadsworth, USA.


Handouts


• Brown, A.C. 2007. Understanding Food : Principles and Preparation. 3rd

• Parker, R. 2003. Introduction to Food Science. Delmar-Thomson Learning Inc., New York, USA.

ed. Thomson Learning

Academic Resource Centre, Wadsworth, USA.

• Vaclavic, V.A. 2007. Essentials of Food Science. 3rd

ed. Springer Sciences & Business media, LLC.,

New York, USA.






(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation





presentation of project including quiz and examination










Thai ICNS 212 องคประกอบสําคัญของวิทยาศาสตรอาหาร

English ICNS 212 Essentials of the Food Industry













6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites none -





1. Goals

• To gain basic understanding of scientific principles related to food and food production.

• To gain broad perspectives of how food is manufactured through food supply chain management

(from farm to fork).

• To develop basic understanding and be able to technically identify possible impacts of changes occur

in food industry, including social impacts, business impacts as well as environmental impacts.



improve pedagogy.



หลักการของวิทยาศาสตรพืน้ฐานและวิทยาศาสตรประยุกตทีนํ่าไปใชในอุตสาหกรรมอาหาร มุมมอง

ทางดานวิทยาศาสตรของการผลิตอาหาร จากแหลงวัตถุดิบ การพัฒนาผลิตภัณฑ กระบวนการผลิต ไปจนถึงการ

บําบัดของเสียจากการผลิต รวมถึงการสํารวจการตลาด นโยบาย และผลกระทบตอสภาพแวดลอมดวย

The basic concepts of basic and applied science that are fundamental to the food industry. Scientific

perspectives on food production, from ingredient sourcing, product development and processing, through to

waste management. Food marketing, food policy and environmental sustainability are also explored through

case studies.



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understand the importance of food science to the food industry.

2. Teaching methods


notes, texts, documents and visual aids.













(1) Lecture









(1) To gain basic understanding of scientific principles related to food and food production. (2) To gain perspectives of how food is manufactured through food supply chain management.


(3) To develop basic understanding of changes occuring in food industry

(4) To be able to technically identify possible impacts of changes, including social, business and

environmental impacts.




(1) Lecture






(2) Case study







forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments




















technology skills














(2) Assignments



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction to food industry

Overview of food health and nutrition



As assigned

2 Food components



As assigned

3 Technology in food processing and

packaging



As assigned

4 Technology in food ingredients



As assigned

5 Food microbiology and food safety



As assigned

6 Food product development

Midterm Examination



direct observation

As assigned/

proctor

7 Sensory science and consumer research



As assigned

8 Marketing of food products



As assigned

9 Food policy and regulation



As assigned

10 Sustainability of food production



As assigned

11 Current issues in food industry



As assigned

12 Final Examination 2 Proctor


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





• Bennion, M. and Barbara S., 2004, Introductory Foods, Pearson Education International, NJ, USA

• Bourlakis, M.A. and Weightman, P. W. H., 2004, Food Supply Chain Management, Blackwell

Publishing, Great Britain

• Kotler, P., Armstrong G., 2006, Principles of Marketing, Pearson International, USA

• Murano, P.S., 2003, Understanding Food Science and Technology, Wadsworth, USA

• Nestle, M., 2007, Food Politics, University of California Press, CA, USA










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.











Thai ICNS 252 ชวีวิทยาทางทะเล

English ICNS 252 Marine Biology



study 7 hours/week)



Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business Administration


Required course for Environment majors.






6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

Students should be able to understand the natural history of marine animal; understand the types of

environment in the ocean, shallow tropical seas; the relation of biological distributions to the physical and

chemical environment; understand the effects of environmental change; understand the application of

ecological techniques to local problems.



improve pedagogy.



ประวัติธรรมชาติของสัตวทะเลโดยไมรวมโพรโทซัวและแมลง ประเภทของสิ่งแวดลอมใน

มหาสมุทรโดยเนนที่บริเวณชายฝงทะเลเขตรอน ความสัมพันธของการกระจายของสัตวทะเลกับสิง่แวดลอมทัง้

ทางกายภาพและเคมี ผลของการเปลี่ยนแปลงของสิง่แวดลอม การประยุกตใชเทคนิคทางนิเวศวิทยาในการ

แกปญหาระดับทองถิ่น มีการสํารวจภาคสนามและปฏิบัติการ

Study of the natural history of marine organisms, exclusive of protozoa and insects. Types of

environment in the ocean, with special reference to shallow tropical seas. The relation of biological

distributions to the physical and chemical environment. The effects of environmental change. The

application of ecological techniques to local problems. Field surveys with laboratory exercises are included.



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77 hours









understand the importance of environmental science.

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures, demonstrations, a field trip and discussion. Teaching materials

include lecture notes, texts, documents and visual aids.













(1) Lecture









(1) Knowledge of the the relevance of biology to everyday life (2) Knowledge of cells, tissues, development, inheritance, development and evolution







(1) Lecture






(2) Assignments







forestall issues



professional skills




(2) Assignments



















technology skills














(2) Assignments



1. Teaching plan



1 Introduction, environmental science,

sustainability

Natural Populations



As assigned

2 Human population history, trend and impacts

Communities, Scientific Method



As assigned

3 Ecosystems, Biomass and Energy

Resource Cycles: Nitrogen, Phosphorus



As assigned

4 Pressure, Temperature, Convection, Weather,

the Water Cycle

Climate, ENSO, Asian Monsoon



As assigned

5 Midterm Review

Midterm Examination



proctor

6 Terrestrial biomes 1: deserts, tundra,

grasslands, chaparral

Terrestrial biomes 2: forests (tropical,

temperate, taiga)



direct observation

As assigned

Field trip 20 discussions, online self-study,

direct observation

As assigned

7 Marine Ecosystems 1: physical properties of

the oceans;

photic and abyssal zone ecology

Marine Ecosystems 2: rocky intertidal,

beaches, sea grass, coral reefs, mangroves



As assigned




8 Carbon Cycle

Climate Change



As assigned

9 Ecosystem Valuation: Goods

renewable and non-renewable resources,

recycling

Biodiversity, water resources



As assigned

10 Ecosystem Valuation: Services (carbon

economics, ozone layer)

Energy alternatives (renewables, nuclear

fusion, fission)



As assigned

11 Pollution (air, water, soil, noise, indoor and

outdoor)

Final Review



As assigned


proctor

2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 5






Raven, Peter and Berg, Catherine. Environment.









(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.






Name of Institution Mahidol University

Campus/faculty/department Salaya Campus/International College/Science Division/ Natural

Sciences for General Education Program


1. Course Code and course title

Thai ICNS 256 การพัฒนาแบบยั่งยืน

English ICNS 256 Sustainable Development

2. Number of Credits 4 (4-0-8)

(lecture 4 hours/week; laboratory 0 hours/week; self study 8

hours/week)




Administration, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Nursing

Science


4. Responsible faculty member Full-time and adjunct faculty members, under supervision of the

Natural Science for General Education Program Coordinator

(MUIC, Science Division)


5.1 Trimester All trimester / every academic year


4. Pre-requisite -

5. Co-requisite -





1. Goal

Students should be able to able to describe and explain the key environmental issues in

sustainable development; the different physical, biological, social and economic elements to

sustainable development; the history of sustainable development; the outcome of international

summits; guiding principles of Agenda 21; the requirements of the Millennium Declaration; the

Actions needed in the five key thematic areas of Sustainable Development; the importance of

corporate social responsibility; accountability in the tourism industry.

2. Objective of development revision

To up-date the knowledge content of the course


1. Course Description

การพัฒนาแบบบยั่งยืน นําไปสูหลักการและการเขาสูการประชุมสิ่งแวดลอมโลกที่กรุงสตอก

โฮลม ๑๙๗๒ การประชมุสิง่แวดลอมโลกทีก่รุงริโอ เดอจาไนโร ๑๙๙๒ แผนปฏิบัติการ ๒๑ การ

ประชุมสิ่งแวดลอมโลกที่กรุงโจฮันเนสเบิรก ประเทศอัฟริกาใต ๒๐๐๒ ผลของการประชุม

บทบาทของสหประชาชาติ องคการนอกภาครัฐ รัฐบาล ธุรกิจ และปจเจกบุคคล อุตสาหกรรม และ

เกษตรกรรม และสิ่งแวดลอม ประชากร ความยากจน และความไมเสมอภาค อาหารและการเกษตร

What is sustainable development? Guiding principles and approaches; 1972 Stockholm Earth

Summit; 1992 Rio Earth Summit; Agenda 21; 2002 Johannesburg World Summit; outcomes of

the summits; the role of UN agencies, NGOs, governments, businesses and individuals; industry

and farming and the environment; population; poverty and inequality; food and agriculture;

corporate social responsibility and the International Organization for Standardization.


Lecture

(hours)

Additional

Class

(hours)

Laboratory/field

trip/internship

(hours)

Self-study

(hours)

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3. Numbers of hours that the lecturer provides individual counseling and guidance

1 hour/week




Student will be able to apply the knowledge from lecturer and additional research with the

ideas received from analysis and synthesis to set up solutions / precautions to benefit individuals

and their community.

2. Teaching Methods

Lecture, self-study and practical laboratory exercises.














1. Lecture

2. Emphasis on morality and ethics

3. Group discussion







(1) Knowledge of the relevance of biology to everyday life








(1) Lecture







(2) Presentation






(2) Can apply theoretical and practical knowledge to their real life activities (3) Can apply knowledge and skill to solve problems and synthesize solutions and foresee and

forestall issues


(1) Teaching based on real experience that encourages development of general

skills, not only professional skills




(2) Assignments




(2) Can adjust to work in team both as leader or follower (3) Self development both in academic and professional career and have responsibility for









(2) Presentation



5. Mathematical analytical thinking, communication skills, and information

technology skills

5.1 Expected outcome on mathematical analytical thinking, communication skills, and


(1) Can use their effective communication skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading,

and Writing) to communicate with others in group meeting, project workshop, and

presentation



)4( Develop skills to search information from the internet )5( Have information technology skills for communication such as e-mail, instant messaging,





(3) Reports and assignments that emphasize quantitative data and statistics from

reliable sources








1. Teaching plan

Week Topics/Seminar Hours Teaching

methods/mulimedia

Instructor

1 What is Sustainable Development? 4 Interactive lecture &

group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

2 Trends in Sustainable

Development 4

Interactive lecture &

group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

3 The Earth Summit, 1992 4 Interactive lecture &

group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

4 The Earth Summit + 5.

Agenda 21 Success Stories 4


group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

5 The Millennium Declaration 4 Interactive lecture &

group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

6 Midterm examination 4 As assigned/

proctor

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

7

World Summit on Sustainable

Development

The Johannesburg Declaration

4 Interactive lecture &

group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

8 Corporate Social Responsibility

(CSR) 4


group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

9 The International Organization for

Standardization (ISO) 4


group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

10 Tourism and Sustainable

Development 4


group discussion

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

11 Student presentations 4 Dr. Wayne

Phillips

12 Final examination 4 As assigned/

proctor

Dr. Wayne

Phillips

Total 48


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10

2. (1) to (5) Case studies (x5) 1-11 25

3. (1) to (5) Business report and presentation 1-11 25

4. (2) to (3) Examination 6 & 12 40

(Midterm: lecture 20

Final: lecture 20)



• Holliday CO, Schmidheiny S and Watts P. Walking the talk: The business case for

sustainable development, USA: Green Leaf Publishing, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc; 2002.

• Harris JM, Wise TA, Gallagher KP and Goodwin NR. A survey of sustainable

development social and economic dimenisons. USA: Island Press; 2001.

• World Bank Publications. World development report 2003: Sustainable development in a

dynamic world. 2003.


Hand-outs


Example research papers






1.2.1 Course content

1.2.2 Course management

1.2.3 Suggestions

1.2.4 Overall opinion



2.2 Presentation


Workshop on course improvement with the participation of all instructors in the course


Analysis of students’ learning outcomes using scores from class attendance, group activity

and presentation of project and poster presentation


Review the course before trimester starts and before each teaching period








Thai ICNS 257 ประเด็นดานสิง่แวดลอม: อดีต ปจจุบัน และอนาคต

English ICNS 257 Environmental Issues: past, present and future

(cross-coded with ICBI 257, ICEN 392)











5.1 Trimester 1st, 2nd or 3rd


trimester / every academic year

6. Pre-requisites -

7. Co-requisites -





1. Goals

To give students knowledge about environmental issues e.g. oil spills; chemical leaks; radiation leaks;

ozone depletion; global warming; loss of biodiversity; deforestation; genetic engineering and GMOs; water

issues; urban issues. To help students understand contemporary and likely future environmental issues.



pedagogy.



ประเด็นทางสิ่งแวดลอมในรายละเอียด ตัวอยางเชน ปญหาคราบน้าํมันจากเรือ เอ็กซอนวาลดีซ และ

ปญหาเรือน้าํมันรัว่อืน่ๆ โบพาล และการรัว่ไหลทางเคมีอื่นๆ เชอโนบิล และ การรั่วทางรังสีอื่นๆ การลดนอย

ของโอโซน สิง่เตือนโลกรอน การลดลงของความหลากหลายทาง ชีวภาพ การตัดไมทําลายปา พันธุวิศวกรรม

และสิ่งมีชีวิตดัดแปลงพันธุกรรม หรือจีเอ็มโอ ประเด็น ทางน้าํ ประเด็นเกีย่วกับเขตเมือง ประเด็นรวมสมัยอืน่ๆ

ในทางสิ่งแวดลอม และประเด็นที่นาจะมี ในอนาคต

An in-depth study of environmental issues e.g. Exxon Valdez and other oil spills; Bhopal and other

chemical leaks; Chernobyl and other radiation leaks; ozone depletion; global warming; loss of biodiversity;

deforestation; genetic engineering and GMOs; water issues; urban issues; includes contemporary and likely

future environmental issues.


Lecture Additional

class


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Students will be able to apply and synthesize knowledge from the lecturer and self-study to analyze and

arrange solutions for issues and to foresee and forestall issues that may arise for the benefit of individuals and

the community

2. Teaching methods

Course is taught using lectures and discussion. Teaching materials include lecture notes, texts,

documents and visual aids.













(1) Lecture







2) Case study






(1) Knowledge of environmental valuation (2) Knowledge of the environmental effects of oil, chemical spills and radiation leaks

(3) Knowledge of the environmental effects of ozone depletion and global climate change

(4) Knowledge of the loss of biodiversity and natural resources

(5) Knowledge of genetic engineering and GMOs

(6) Knowledge of the effects poverty has on the environment and vice versa

(7) Knowledge of likely future environmental concerns and issues




(1) Lecture







(2) Case study







forestall issues




professional skills




(1) Written answers in midterm and final examinations

(2) Case studies

(3) Class discussion





(4) Have responsibility for individual and group assignments






(1) Observed attitudes during presentation and discussions







technology skills


communicate with others in meetings, project workshops, and presentations (2) Can use information technology for communication and presentation in appropriate ways













(2) Case study presentation in class





1. Teaching plan



1 Environmental valuation 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

2 Setting environmental targets 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

3 Oil spills 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

4 Chemical and radiation leaks 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

5 Ozone depletion 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

6 Global climate change

Midterm Examination

2

2

Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned/

proctor

7 Biodiversity 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

8 Deforestation 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

9 Genetic engineering and GMOs 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

10 Water issues 4 Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

11 Poverty

Presentations

2

2

Multimedia lectures, class


As assigned

12 Final examination 2 Proctor


2. Evaluation plan


1. (1) to (4) Attendance 1-11 10





Allin and McCleneghan, 2000. Encyclopedia of Environmental Issues. Salem Pr Inc

Ison et al, 2002. Environmental Economics: Issues and Policies. Prentice Hall Hinchliffe, 2003.

Understanding Environmental Issues. John Wiley and Sons Ltd.










(1) Course content


(3) Suggestions

(4) Overall opinion








examinations.


