Grade 7 Integrated Science SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION – Introduction to Integrated science Notes

Integrated science is the study of the universe.

The study of integrated science brings together the study of both living and non living things components of the universe.

      components of integrated science

• physics

It deals with matter and its relations to energy.The study of physics enables us to explain natural phenomenon such as lightning and why bodies fall towards the ground.

• Biology

• chemistry

Deals with the study of the living and their environment.Involves the study of both plants and animals,how they interact with each other and with their environment.

Careers related to integrated science

1.  Civil engineers
2. Chemist
3. Doctor
4. Teacher

Engineering

Is a person who designs and builds complex products,machines,systems or structures.They specialise in specific branches of engineering as shown below.

1. Civil engineering...is concerned wit the design and construction of safe structures such as buildings ,roads and bridges.
2. Chemical engineering..Deals with large scale production of chemicals for home and industrial use.
3. Electrical engineering..Focuses on electrical energy and all the systems and ,machines that use electricity.
4. Mechanical engineering..Encompasses the design,constructions and use of machines that make work easier.
5. Material engineering..Develops materials that result in products that make life easier,safer or more fun to use.
   

Careers related to integrated science

1.  Civil engineers

2. Chemist

3. Doctor

4. Teacher

Engineering

Is a person who designs and builds complex products,machines,systems or structures.They specialise in specific branches of engineering as shown below.

1. Civil engineering...is concerned wit the design and construction of safe structures such as buildings ,roads and bridges.

2. Chemical engineering..Deals with large scale production of chemicals for home and industrial use.

3. Electrical engineering..Focuses on electrical energy and all the systems and ,machines that use electricity.

4. Mechanical engineering..Encompasses the design,constructions and use of machines that make work easier.

5. Material engineering..Develops materials that result in products that make life easier,safer or more fun to use.

Health related careers

1. medicine.

2. Nursing

3. Therapy

4. Public health

Chemist related careers

The people who work with chemicals are called chemists.Chemistry has helped to improve standards of living in areas such as:

• Manufacture of drugs to fight disease.

• Food production to fight hunger.

• Manufacture of cheaper alternative fabrics such as nylon and polyester.

• Manufacture of plastics for roofing,packaging and domestic use.

• Manufacture of detergents.

• Production of fuels for transport and domestic use.

Teaching

A person through the knowledge gained in studying integrated science may become a lecturer at a university teaching physics.

pathways related to integrated science in senior school

• Art and Sport Science......They include Sport science,performing art and visual arts.
• Social Sciences.....They include languages and literature, and humanities and business studies.
• Science,Technology,Engineering and Mathematics.

 importance of integrated science in daily life

• It offers a wide variety of career opportunities one can venture in after completing their studies.
• It help us to understand the world around us.
• Invention of helpful things and technology.
• Stimulates our critical thinking and creativity.
• Stimulates our curiosity in finding out why things happen the way they do.