ENGLISH COMPOSITIONShow Modules
COMMUNICATIONS II
COMM 1223 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Development of writing skills through medium-length writing assignments, concentrating on organizing and unifying essay components, studying various methods of development for different communications purposes, supporting and defending ideas in writing, and showing evidence of creative and critical thinking in writing. Emphasizes writing as a process, prewriting and revision. COMMUNICATIONS III/IV
COMM 123/1243 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
The student may select from several variations of the course, each designed to increase awareness and applications of specific written communications techniques. Each course includes a short research-based project. Communications III/IV courses are interchangeable, not sequential. FRESHMAN COMPOSITION
ENGL 1515 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
Students will strengthen writing skills by practicing a variety of composing and revising strategies to develop essays which are well organized, coherent, error-free and suited to their purpose and audience. Essays may draw from personal experience, include critical responses to readings, or require research. TECHNICAL WRITING
COMM 2253 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Organizing and presenting written data with an emphasis on clear, precise, objective thinking and writing as demonstrated through a series of written reports.
SPEECH
COMM 1303 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Emphasizes communication process and extemporaneous speaking skills through informative, demonstrative and persuasive speeches. Students learn to analyze audiences, choose and narrow topics, develop content through library and other resources, clearly organize speech material and effectively deliver finished speeches to a class audience.
MATHEMATICSShow Modules
ADVANCED ALGEBRA
MATH 1123 credits / 3 class/ 1 lab
Quadratic equations, natural and common logarithms, graphing first, second, and third degree equations, solving simultaneous equations and the manipulations of vectors and their sums. PRECALCULUS
MATH 1155 credits / 5 class/ 0 lab
Simple and advanced graphing techniques, functions, inverses, and operations on functions. Study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Topics from geometry and trigonometry. CALCULUS
MATH 163A4 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Limits and continuity, differentiation, rates of change, differentiation techniques, higher order derivatives, maximum/minimum problems, implicit differentiation, exponential and logarithmic functions, the antiderivative, the finite integral and various application problems.
ARTS/HUMANITIESShow Modules
INTRODUCTION TO WORLD LITERATURE
HUM 2003 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Examines various literary works representing historical periods from ancient Mesopotamia through the twentieth century. Presents a progression of literary styles and forms representing the universality of human concerns through the ages. WESTERN CIVILIZATION AND CULTURE
HUM 2013 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Provides an understanding that the human experience is not, and has never been, a series of stagnant, isolated moments. Students will learn to appreciate the fact that all people have not shared the same world views, opportunities and problems. UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATING THEATRE ART
HUM 2023 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Designed to give the student an understanding and appreciation as well as a historical perspective of the development of theatre arts. The student will study plays that are considered classics in the world of theatre arts. ETHICS, VALUES AND MORALITY
HUM 2033 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Rationales by which individuals and societies determine what constitutes ethical and moral behavior. Includes an overview of moral philosophy and theories of value formation. TWENTIETH CENTURY U.S. MUSIC
HUM 2043 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Explores the predominant music of the United States during the twentieth century. Includes an examination of the foundations and development of classical, jazz, popular, folk and Broadway music of the last one hundred years. ART APPRECIATION
ART 1104 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
A study of the elements and the principles of art as well as forms of expression by various artists from a wide array of visual media. This is a broad survey course, one which seeks to develop learners' understanding of the materials and techniques artists use as well as develop learners' critical thinking and visual interpretation skills. INTRODUCTION TO WORLD RELIGIONS
HUM 2074 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Overview of the dominant religions of eastern and western cultures, and the various aspects of each, including beliefs, rituals, and adherents throughout the world. The nature and sociological functions of religion including sects, cults, and atheism are also explored.
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCESShow Modules
GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1015 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
A comprehensive and in-depth study of the theories and applications of psychology. The course consists of an overview of topics in the areas of both clinical and experimental psychology including memory, personality, consciousness, physiological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, human development, learning, abnormal behaviors and social processes. INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1503 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Background, development and current thinking in psychology. Overview of the major areas of psychology--emphasizing learning, memory, intelligence, consciousness, personality and abnormal behavior.
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY MODULE A
PSYC 150A1 credit / 1 class / 0 lab
Covers the basic concepts in psychology including an introduction to the field of psychology, research methods, memory, personality theories and assessment. The purpose of this course is to give a broad overview of key terms, concepts and theoretical approaches which will provide the groundwork for further study of the field of psychology. This Module along with Introduction to Psychology Module B and Module C is equivalent to the full 3 credit hour course, Introduction to Psychology. INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY MODULE B
PSYC 150B1 credit / 1 class / 0 lab
Covers the basic concepts in psychology including consciousness and physiological psychology, motivation and emotion, human development. The purpose of this course is to give a broad overview of key terms, concepts and theoretical approaches which will provide the groundwork for further study of the field of psychology. This Module along with Introduction to Psychology Module A and Module C is equivalent to the full 3 credit hour course, Introduction to Psychology. INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY MODULE C
PSYC 150C1 credit / 1 class / 0 lab
Covers the basic concepts in psychology including learning theories, psychological disorders, health, stress and coping. The purpose of this course is to give a broad overview of key terms, concepts and theoretical approaches which will provide the groundwork for further study of the field of psychology. This Module along with Introduction to Psychology Module A and Module B is equivalent to the full 3 credit hour course, Introduction to Psychology. GENERAL SOCIOLOGY
SOCI 1015 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
A comprehensive and in-depth study of the theories and applications of sociology. This course covers the nature of human society, social behavior and factors affecting their development. Topics include culture, socialization, social organization, groups, institutions, normative and deviant behavior, and social stratification. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
SOCI 1603 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Aspects of human society and social behavior. Theory, current thinking and contemporary social issues are the focus for discussion. Includes topics in normative and deviant behavior, social institutions and social stratification. DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1513 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of an individual from conception to death. Emphasizes the normal growth and development of the individual with some discussion of genetic and environmental factors that can cause developmental abnormalities. ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1523 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Characteristics of emotional disturbances, mental illnesses and related social deviance in the United States. Includes identification, diagnosis and treatment of mental disturbances. BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES STATISTICS
PSYC 1605 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
Introduces basic statistical measures employed in the behavioral sciences. Emphasis on core concepts and calculation of specific statistical measures as well as appropriate application of those measures. Topics include measures of central tendency and dispersion, the normal distribution and confidence intervals, correlation and regression, sampling, and hypothesis testing using
t-test, ANOVA, Chi Square, and various nonparametric tests. CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT
PSYC 1624 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of an individual from conception through adolescence. Emphasizes normal growth and development of the individual with some discussion of genetic and environmental factors that can cause developmental abnormalities. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 SOCIOLOGY OF FAMILY
SOCI 1613 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Examines marriage and family as social institutions in our society. Family composition, gender and sex roles, foundations of marriage, methods of communication, life cycles of the family, parenting and family dysfunctions. Includes cultural comparison of various family and marriage forms. SOCIAL ISSUES
SOCI 1624 credits / 4 class/ 1 lab
Social issues and social problems confronting American society. Topics include consideration of how social issues are identified, defined, analyzed and resolved. Application of critical reading and thinking skills to a variety of social issues/problems including homosexuality, drug abuse, violence, health care, poverty, the environment, racism, sexism and the family. CROSS-CULTURAL STUDIES
SOCI 1653 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Similarities and differences of people from various racial and cultural heritages. Includes discussion of people of diverse cultural backgrounds. INTERACTION WITH GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
GOVT 1423 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Function, structure, institution, process and product of the national government and impact of these on the citizens. Emphasizes discussion in the classroom of the personal world and conceptualizing how government and politics function in the real world. PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
ECON 1404 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Introduction to major principles and issues of American economics. Measuring the economy, income distribution, unemployment, inflation, profit, taxes and current economic issues and trends affecting the student's technical field. PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
ECON 2404 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Study of economics in terms of whole systems and the interrelationship among sectors of the economy. INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN'S STUDIES
WS 1004 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
An interdisciplinary course that focuses on both the social and structural experiences of women as well as the significance and social implications of gender in society. An examination of the diverse experiences, perspectives, contributions, cultural beliefs, and stereotyped images of women in different times and places. An exploration of the history of women's movements and feminist perspectives. HUMAN RELATIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS
SOCI 1693 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Develops concepts, skills and techniques essential in workplace relations from perspective of the employee. Emphasizes effective communication skills, personal behavior development technique, cultural, ethical and legal issues in the changing environment. EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1153 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
The application of psychologial theories, models and principles to education settings. Major topics include an overview of education; cognitive, behavioral, humanistic, and social learning models of learning; thinking and remembering; motivation; intelligence and creativity; individual differences (culture, gender, ethnicity, etc); classroom management; testing and evaluation. Emphasis is on the role of educators as facilitators of learning and development. SOCIAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS
SOCI 1534 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Exploration, development, and understanding of human relations skills, and the different kinds of human interactions within various cultural contexts and global settings. CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
ARCH 2804 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
This course presents the basic concepts of Anthropology with a primary attention on Cultural Anthropology. Focus will be on methodology, diversity, adaptation, kinship, gender, religion and current issues in the field.
NATURAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCESShow Modules
INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY
CHEM 1003 credits / 3 class / 2 lab
Chemical principles as related to fundamental concepts as well as everyday experiences. Basic chemical concepts, structure of matter, nature of elements, bonding and naming of compounds. INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY II
CHEM 1023 credits / 3 class / 2 lab
The second introductory course in chemical principles. Topics include chemical calculations, properties of liquids, solids, and gases, water solutions, chemical equilibrium, and acid/base chemical reactions. FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY
CHEM 1304 credits / 4 class / 2 lab
Atomic and molecular structure, periodic table and states of matter. PHYSICS - Motion
PHYS 2013 credits / 3 class/ 2 lab
Introduction to physics. Covers a study of forces, Newton's laws for force and motion, harmonic motion, work, energy and power, basic machines, properties of gases, liquids and solids. PHYSICS - Heat, Light and Sound
PHYS 2023 credits / 3 class/ 2 lab
Heat transfer, energy transformations, heat engines, air conditioning, wave motion and vibration, sound and hearing, light wave motion, mirrors and lenses, reflections, refraction, absorption and dispersion of light, diffraction and interference and optical instruments. THE HUMAN ORGANISM
BIOS 1123 credits / 3 class/ 2 lab
Introductory human anatomy emphasizing understanding structural levels of the body from molecules to organ systems. The organization of each body system. Terminology necessary for explanation of critical concepts including metabolism, homeostasis and inheritance. ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I
BIOS 1133 credits / 3 class / 2 lab
Reproductive, endocrine, circulatory, excretory and respiratory systems with emphasis on their normal physiology. Includes demonstration of physiological principles, dissection of appropriate specimens and microscopic examination of tissues. ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II
BIOS 1143 credits / 3 class / 2 lab
Nervous, special sensory, integumentary, skeletoarticular, muscular, and digestive systems with emphasis on their normal physiology. Laboratory experience offers the opportunity to further clarify learning through the use of audiovisuals and microscopic and gross exercises illustrating anatomical and physiological properties. MICROBIOLOGY
MICR 2014 credits / 4 class / 1 lab
How microorganisms live in the world around us and our relationship to them. Systematically covers bacteriology, immunology, mycology, viruses and parasites. BOTANY
BIOS 1203 credits / 2 class / 2 lab
Aspects of the plant kingdom including botanical history, taxonomy, mitosis, meiosis, anatomy, cytology and physiology. ZOOLOGY
BIOS 1703 credits / 2 class / 3 lab
Survey of the animal kingdom, with emphasis on taxonomy, morphology and systems in the various phyla of animals, including man. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
CHEM 1313 credits / 2 class / 3 lab
Inorganic, organic and environmental aspects of fundamental chemical principles. HEALTH SCIENCE: THE HUMAN MACHINE
BIOS 1003 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Scientific skills are integrated into a practical approach to the study of the human body. Basic anatomical and physiological concepts are covered while educating the student in using science to make informed lifestyle choices. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
BIOS 1013 credits / 2 class / 3 lab
Introduces environmental science and demonstrates how scientific principles and methods are applied nationally and globally in managing the earth's ecosystems. Concepts and principles that apply to both natural and built environments are emphasized. PHYSICS
PHYS 1033 credits / 3 class / 2 lab
Introduces basic physics principles applied to mechanics (force and motion, friction, leverage, kinetic and potential energy, work); heat, light, and sound (heat transfer, electromagnetic radiation, lasers, sound propagation); and electricity. FIELD BIOLOGY
BIOS 1323 credits / 2 class / 3 lab
This course covers identification of the spring flowering plants, life histories, habitat requirements, and field identifications of reptiles, aquatic insects, and amphibians. Also included is an introduction to fresh water ecology and associated habitat. GEOLOGY
GEOL 1013 credits / 2 class / 3 lab
Scope and purpose of the science of geology. Basic considerations and minerals, the conditions and processes that form the earth and how these earthforming processes affect man and man's use of the earth.
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GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1015 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
A comprehensive and in-depth study of the theories and applications of psychology. The course consists of an overview of topics in the areas of both clinical and experimental psychology including memory, personality, consciousness, physiological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, human development, learning, abnormal behaviors and social processes.
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1503 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Background, development and current thinking in psychology. Overview of the major areas of psychology--emphasizing learning, memory, intelligence, consciousness, personality and abnormal behavior.
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY MODULE A
PSYC 150A1 credit / 1 class / 0 lab
Covers the basic concepts in psychology including an introduction to the field of psychology, research methods, memory, personality theories and assessment. The purpose of this course is to give a broad overview of key terms, concepts and theoretical approaches which will provide the groundwork for further study of the field of psychology. This Module along with Introduction to Psychology Module B and Module C is equivalent to the full 3 credit hour course, Introduction to Psychology.
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY MODULE B
PSYC 150B1 credit / 1 class / 0 lab
Covers the basic concepts in psychology including consciousness and physiological psychology, motivation and emotion, human development. The purpose of this course is to give a broad overview of key terms, concepts and theoretical approaches which will provide the groundwork for further study of the field of psychology. This Module along with Introduction to Psychology Module A and Module C is equivalent to the full 3 credit hour course, Introduction to Psychology.
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY MODULE C
PSYC 150C1 credit / 1 class / 0 lab
Covers the basic concepts in psychology including learning theories, psychological disorders, health, stress and coping. The purpose of this course is to give a broad overview of key terms, concepts and theoretical approaches which will provide the groundwork for further study of the field of psychology. This Module along with Introduction to Psychology Module A and Module B is equivalent to the full 3 credit hour course, Introduction to Psychology.
GENERAL SOCIOLOGY
SOCI 1015 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
A comprehensive and in-depth study of the theories and applications of sociology. This course covers the nature of human society, social behavior and factors affecting their development. Topics include culture, socialization, social organization, groups, institutions, normative and deviant behavior, and social stratification.
INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
SOCI 1603 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Aspects of human society and social behavior. Theory, current thinking and contemporary social issues are the focus for discussion. Includes topics in normative and deviant behavior, social institutions and social stratification.
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1513 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of an individual from conception to death. Emphasizes the normal growth and development of the individual with some discussion of genetic and environmental factors that can cause developmental abnormalities.
ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1523 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Characteristics of emotional disturbances, mental illnesses and related social deviance in the United States. Includes identification, diagnosis and treatment of mental disturbances.
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES STATISTICS
PSYC 1605 credits / 5 class / 0 lab
Introduces basic statistical measures employed in the behavioral sciences. Emphasis on core concepts and calculation of specific statistical measures as well as appropriate application of those measures. Topics include measures of central tendency and dispersion, the normal distribution and confidence intervals, correlation and regression, sampling, and hypothesis testing using
t-test, ANOVA, Chi Square, and various nonparametric tests.
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT
PSYC 1624 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of an individual from conception through adolescence. Emphasizes normal growth and development of the individual with some discussion of genetic and environmental factors that can cause developmental abnormalities. Prerequisite: PSYC 150
SOCIOLOGY OF FAMILY
SOCI 1613 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Examines marriage and family as social institutions in our society. Family composition, gender and sex roles, foundations of marriage, methods of communication, life cycles of the family, parenting and family dysfunctions. Includes cultural comparison of various family and marriage forms.
SOCIAL ISSUES
SOCI 1624 credits / 4 class/ 1 lab
Social issues and social problems confronting American society. Topics include consideration of how social issues are identified, defined, analyzed and resolved. Application of critical reading and thinking skills to a variety of social issues/problems including homosexuality, drug abuse, violence, health care, poverty, the environment, racism, sexism and the family.
CROSS-CULTURAL STUDIES
SOCI 1653 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Similarities and differences of people from various racial and cultural heritages. Includes discussion of people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
INTERACTION WITH GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
GOVT 1423 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Function, structure, institution, process and product of the national government and impact of these on the citizens. Emphasizes discussion in the classroom of the personal world and conceptualizing how government and politics function in the real world.
PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
ECON 1404 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Introduction to major principles and issues of American economics. Measuring the economy, income distribution, unemployment, inflation, profit, taxes and current economic issues and trends affecting the student's technical field.
PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
ECON 2404 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Study of economics in terms of whole systems and the interrelationship among sectors of the economy.
INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN'S STUDIES
WS 1004 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
An interdisciplinary course that focuses on both the social and structural experiences of women as well as the significance and social implications of gender in society. An examination of the diverse experiences, perspectives, contributions, cultural beliefs, and stereotyped images of women in different times and places. An exploration of the history of women's movements and feminist perspectives.
HUMAN RELATIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS
SOCI 1693 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
Develops concepts, skills and techniques essential in workplace relations from perspective of the employee. Emphasizes effective communication skills, personal behavior development technique, cultural, ethical and legal issues in the changing environment.
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
PSYC 1153 credits / 3 class / 0 lab
The application of psychologial theories, models and principles to education settings. Major topics include an overview of education; cognitive, behavioral, humanistic, and social learning models of learning; thinking and remembering; motivation; intelligence and creativity; individual differences (culture, gender, ethnicity, etc); classroom management; testing and evaluation. Emphasis is on the role of educators as facilitators of learning and development.
SOCIAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS
SOCI 1534 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
Exploration, development, and understanding of human relations skills, and the different kinds of human interactions within various cultural contexts and global settings.
CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
ARCH 2804 credits / 4 class / 0 lab
This course presents the basic concepts of Anthropology with a primary attention on Cultural Anthropology. Focus will be on methodology, diversity, adaptation, kinship, gender, religion and current issues in the field.