1614. GENERAL SCIENCE

1614 GENERAL SCIENCE 1614.1 In addition to the general and professional education requirements, for certification in general science, coursework in the following representing thirty (30) semester hours shall be required: (a) Content to include the following: (1) Knowledge of the basic principles of biology, chemistry, physics oceanography, geology, meteorology, and astronomy; (2) Knowledge of the interrelationships among the sciences, including the history and philosophy of science and mathematics; (3) Knowledge and experiences in the cultural significance of science, the relationship of technology to social conditions, and analytical methods of science which may be used in solving societal problems; and (4) Knowledge of the science processes and the general concepts and principles common to the natural sciences; (b) A minimum of six (6) semester hours in each of the following: (1) Biology; (2) Chemistry; (3) Physics; (4) Earth and Space Science; and (5) Environmental Science. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 28 DCR 3201 (July 17, 1981); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 33 DCR 6542 (October 24, 1986); and by Final Rulemaking published at 40 DCR 6893, 6905 (October 1, 1993).