Science Learning Center

The Science Learning Center is here to help all students succeed in science courses and laboratories.

Our goal is for all science students to have the same opportunity for success in science courses. We are here to help you:

  • Practice essential mathematical, graphing and laboratory skills in our modules before you need them in class.
  • Practice using laboratory instruments at your own pace before you use them in the lab.
  • Study for your science courses individually or with a study group. Drop in to use our computers, whiteboards, or to chat about effective study strategies.

How to visit the Science Learning Center

Natural Sciences Building South

During the Summer 2023 semester, we'll be in-person, with limited virtual availability.

  • In-person appointments (NSBS 1143) are typically available Monday - Thursday and some Fridays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with occasional extended hours. See our current in-person appointment availability.
  • Remote appointments (Zoom) will have limited availability. Note that hands-on instrument modules must be completed in person. See our current remote appointment availability. You must schedule at least two hours before the appointment start time

If you need assistance finding an appointment time that works with your schedule, please contact us at slc.scheduling@gmail.com.

Please note: We will be closed Tuesday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday. We will have extended hours (until 7:00 PM) on Monday, July 3, and Wednesday, July 5.

 

Before scheduling an appointment

Check your course Canvas site or our list of modules assigned for your courses.

Start early! We have a limited number of appointments available on the due dates.

Review the modules online before meeting with a Science Learning Center assistant. If you have questions or would like help with any module topic, feel free to schedule an appointment to chat with an SLC assistant about the module. We are here to help you!

Setting up an in-person appointment

Visit the Google Appointment page for SLC In-Person Appointments

  • Schedule a separate appointment time for each module to complete a post-test with an SLC assistant. Appointments are 30 minutes for most modules.
  • Description: Please list the module you are scheduling for (e.g. A2 Intro to Graphing), or other reason for the meeting (e.g. help with algebra module). 

If you have any questions, please contact us at slc.scheduling@gmail.com.

Please note: For each of the following module post-tests, please schedule two back-to-back in-person appointments, since they typically take longer than 30 minutes:

  • B1 Multimeter
  • B2 Oscilloscope

Setting up a remote appointment

Visit the Google Appointment page for SLC Virtual Appointments

  • Schedule a separate appointment time for each module to complete a post-test with an SLC assistant. Appointments are 15 minutes for most modules.
  • Select your preferred time slot. You must schedule at least two hours before the appointment start time.
  • Description: Please list the module you are scheduling for (e.g. A2 Intro to Graphing), or other reason for the meeting (e.g. help with algebra module). 

Once you schedule an appointment, Zoom meeting information will be emailed to you. If you need more information on how to set up and use Zoom, please visit the Getting Started with Zoom page.

If you have any questions, please contact us at slc.scheduling@gmail.com

Please note: For each of the following module post-tests, please schedule two back-to-back remote appointments, since they typically take longer than 15 minutes:

  • Algebra modules
  • C4 Ratios, Proportions, and Percents
  • Cell Phone Spectrometry
  • Vectors 1
  • Vectors 2

Module Transfer Request

Get credit for previously-completed modules by filling out the module transfer request form.

We can transfer a module if:

  • No pretest was given in the current course for that module
  • You completed the module within the last one year
  • It is not an instrumentation module

Science Learning Center

1143 - Natural Science Building South
4901 Evergreen Rd.
Dearborn, MI 48128
Phone: 313-593-5512