At the THINK Summer Institute, you will take one course in the morning and one course in the afternoon. These courses are taught by faculty members of the University of Nevada, Reno. All credits earned are transferable.
Morning Course Options
HDFS 400 Special Topics: Mind, Brain, and Learning
This course will explore brain development and functioning as well as linkages between research on the brain and learning. It will examine possible implications of these links for teaching and education.
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: None
Professor: Melissa Burnham, Associate Professor
CHS 200: Introduction to Public Health Biology
Overview of human disease, implication of disease management, and current disease processes. This course will include use of a wide range of medical terminology and concepts that will serve as an important working basis for those who are interested in any medical-related field of study. We will explore what diseases are and why they affect our biology, with particular attention paid to disease prevention and the importance of kinesiology and exercise physiology to human health. Prior experience in biology not necessary but preferable.
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: None
Professor: John Whitehill, Instructor
Computer Science 105: Introduction to Computing
Introduction to essential concepts and practices in computing. Design, assemble, and operate basic computer hardware and software in a collaborative environment.
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: None
Professor: Michael Leverington, Instructor
Afternoon Course Options
Statistics 152: Introduction to Statistics
Descriptive statistics; probability models; statistical estimation and hypothesis testing; linear regression analysis; and special topics will be covered in this course.
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on SAT (610 on Math section), ACT (27 on Math section) or must have completed Algebra II or equivalent. Must submit copy of school transcript if you choose to meet the prerequisite by completion of Algebra II or equivalent.
Professor: Darren Ripley, Instructor
Philosophy 101: Introduction to Philosophy
Basic problems in different areas of philosophy such as ethics, political theory, metaphysics and epistemology. This course will focus heavily on the epistemological and metaphysical views as represented in the following philosophers: Plato, Descartes, Hume, and Kant. Problems such as the nature and status of knowledge, skepticism, the existence of God, the ontological and epistemological status of causation, and the nature of the mind will be discussed.
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: None
Professors: Shane Zappettini, Instructor
MSE 175: Nano and Micro Technology: On the Frontiers of Science
An introduction to the principles behind high-technology devices. Includes electronics, robotics, materials, and biological devices and why we strive to make them smaller.
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: None
Professor: Ben Rogers, Instructor