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Music |
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MUS 207 - History of Folk Music 3.00 credits
Examines ballads, work songs, bluegrass, country blues, and gospel music, as well as influential non-American styles. Also covers protest songs and the folk revival of the sixties. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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MUS 265 - Music for Teachers 3.00 credits
Explores a variety of musical resources and activities appropriate for use in the classroom. This course will emphasize developing skills in understanding, presenting, and interpreting music while developing an awareness of the “how to” and “why” of teaching music to children.
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MUS 298 - Independent Study: Music 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of MUS not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MUS.
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MUS 299 - Special Studies: Music 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MUS not usually covered in depth in other MUS courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MUS.
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Nursing |
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NSG 110 - Foundations of Nursing Practice (didactic) 8.00 credits
This course provides the students with the foundations of the art and science of nursing. Students are exposed to the core competencies that define the roles and responsibilities of an associate degree nurse. Emphasis is on assessment, teaching and learning, and communication in health and wellness. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite: NSG 110C.
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NSG 110C - Foundations of Nursing Practice (application) 4.00 credits
The student will begin applying concepts through clinical skills in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical settings. Focus is placed on acquiring proficiency needed to carry out basic independent and interdependent nursing actions that assist patients across the lifespan in meeting their health care needs. Principles of communication, assessments, safety, and caring interventions, including accurate calculation, measurement, and administration of medications will be included. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing program. Corequisite: NSG 110.
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NSG 111 - Health & Illness Concepts I (didactic) 8.00 credits
This course introduces the nursing student to the concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. Principles of evidence-based nursing practice will include the identification of clinical practice problems, the evaluation of available evidence, and the integration of evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences in application to practice. The student is also introduced to concepts of health and illness across the lifespan: oxygenation, homeostasis/regulation, elimination, protection/movement, and emotional processes. Corequisite: NSG 111C.
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NSG 111C - Health & Illness Concepts I (application) 4.00 credits
The focus of this course is to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with stable conditions, with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan and in a variety of settings. Additional caring interventions will be introduced in the laboratory and clinical settings. Corequisite: NSG 111.
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NSG 112 - Health & Illness Concepts II (didactic) 8.00 credits
This course builds upon health and illness concepts across the lifespan. Concepts covered are related to oxygenation/hemostasis, homeostasis/regulation, metabolism, sexuality/reproduction, protection/movement and cognitive and behavioral processes. Corequisite: NSG 112C.
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NSG 112C - Health & Illness Concepts II (application) 4.00 credits
The focus of this course is to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with chronic condition, across the lifespan in a variety of settings. This course builds upon curricular concepts. This course is a combination of clinical experience and simulation laboratory. Corequisite: NSG 112.
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NSG 150 - LPN Transition to ADN (didactic) 6.00 credits
This course introduces the experienced LPN to the concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. Principles of evidence-based nursing practice will include the identification of clinical practice problems, the evaluation of available evidence, and the integration of evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences in application to practice. Students are exposed to the core competencies that define the roles and responsibilities of an associate degree nurse. Emphasis is on expanded scope of practice, nursing process, and application of appropriate evidence-based protocols across the lifespan. Prerequisite: Formal acceptance into advanced placement program status. Corequisite: NSG 150C.
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NSG 150C - LPN Transition to ADN (application) 1.00 credits
The focus of this course is on acquiring proficiency needed to carry out RN-level nursing interventions that were not a part of the LPN scope of practice. Principles of communication, assessment, safety, and caring interventions will be included. Prerequisite: Formal acceptance into advanced placement program status. Corequisite: NSG 150.
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NSG 210 - Health & Illness Concepts III (didactic) 8.00 credits
This course builds upon prior nursing concepts covering health and illness concepts across the lifespan. Concepts covered are related to fluids/electrolytes, cellular regulation, mood/affect, cognition, oxygenation/hemostasis, protection/movement, and violence against self and others. Corequisite: NSG 210C.
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NSG 210C - Health & Illness Concepts III (application) 4.00 credits
This course allows the student to apply the curricular concepts in the management of care for acutely ill individuals across the lifespan. This course is a combination of clinical experience and simulation laboratory. Corequisite: NSG 210.
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NSG 211 - Health & Illness Concepts IV (didactic) 8.00 credits
The focus of this course is a continuation of the nursing care and management of patients with an altered health status that affects individuals, families and communities across the lifespan. The course applies prior nursing concepts with a focus on health maintenance, promotion, and restoration. Corequisite: NSG 211C.
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NSG 211C - Health & Illness Concepts IV (application) 4.00 credits
The focus of this course is to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care with an emphasis on patient as individual, family, and community. Corequisite: NSG 211.
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NSG 212 - Health & Illness Concepts V (didactic) 8.00 credits
The focus of this course is a continuation of the nursing care and management of patients with a complex or unstable condition. The course includes concepts such as thermoregulation, infection/inflammation, immunity, complicated grief, and legal/ethical issues. Professional behaviors, healthcare policy and systems are also part of the course. Corequisite: NSG 212C.
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NSG 212C - Health & Illness Concepts V (application) 4.00 credits
The focus of this course is to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with complex conditions across the lifespan. This course builds upon curricular concepts. This course is a combination of clinical experience and simulation laboratory. Corequisite: NSG 212.
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NSG 213 - Professional Concepts (didactic) 3.00 credits
This course is the culmination of the care and management of the holistic, diverse, complex and/or unstable client. Emphasis is on the refinement of clinical decision making skills, achievement of clinical competence, and demonstration of professional nursing practice. This course provides opportunities to incorporate informatics, to apply evidence-based practice, and to explore quality improvement opportunities using the National Patient Safety Goals. Corequisite: NSG 212C.
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NSG 213C - Prof Concepts (appl) - Capstone Exp 9.00 credits
This course prepares the student for entry-level nursing practice as an associate degree graduate. The focus of this course is management of individuals across the lifespan with chronic, acute, and select complex conditions. Analysis and reflection throughout the clinical experience provide students with evaluative criteria against which they can judge their own performance and develop a practice framework. Corequisite: NSG 213.
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Office Systems |
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OST 120 - Business Editing Skills 3.00 credits
Students will analyze and apply reference tools to proofread, edit, and format business documents appropriate for distribution. Practical applications and use of an office reference manual are also incorporated. Recommended: Placement into WRI 121, keyboard by touch and word processing skills, or consent of instructor. English communication skills necessary. Prerequisite: CAS 133.
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OST 131 - 10-key Calculators 1.00 credits
Students will learn techniques to develop 10-key skills by touch. This course also covers the use of electronic printing calculators to solve simple business and mathematical problems.
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Physical Education |
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PED 141B - Ultimate Frisbee 1.00 credits
Provides instruction and opportunity to develop skills in this modern game. Will also develop an understanding of rules, expectations, and etiquette. In-class time will be spent practicing skills and playing the game according to the established rules.
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PED 141C - Fundamentals of Healthy Movement 1.00 credits
The focus is on increasing core strength and stabilization, muscle balance, tone, coordination, and flexibility. Incorporates non-impact mat exercises designed to develop whole body awareness and control and includes modifications for various fitness levels.
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PED 180A - Swimming - All Abilities 1.00 credits
Geared to a variety of swim skill levels. Covers basic swim strokes, elementary rescue and survival techniques, cardiovascular conditioning, and water play.
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PED 181A - Beginning Weight Training 1.00 credits
Stresses the proper techniques of weight lifting and the development of muscular strength and endurance. Individual programs developed which allow for body and strength differences and safety in lifting.
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PED 181B - Intermediate Weight Training 1.00 credits
Continues the development of the student’s strength/fitness. Individual evaluation and weight lifting programs developed to meet the student’s needs. Prerequisite: PED 181A.
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PED 182A - Beginning Aerobic Fitness 1.00 credits
Offers students knowledge and skills to stay fit for life. Teaches safe performance of movement and exercise in a progressive approach. Includes cardiovascular and muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Aerobic training principles stressed using target heart rate and Borg methods.
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PED 182C - Beginning Fitness & Walking 1.00 credits
Beginning level, self-paced walking programs and a variety of conditioning exercises for specific body areas. Provides instruction for integrating walking into a lifetime fitness program.
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PED 182D - Intermediate Fitness & Walking 1.00 credits
Improves fitness through self-paced walking programs designed to increase the frequency and duration of regular workouts. Incorporate a walking program into a total fitness program for future use. Recommended: Beginning Fitness and Walking or average fitness level.
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PED 182G - Tai Chi I 1.00 credits
Explores this ancient form of gentle movement that emphasizes balance, concentration, and coordination. Addresses traditional styles of tai chi, meditation, and Yi (mind) development techniques in an easy-to-follow format.
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PED 182K - Hatha Yoga I 1.00 credits
Introduces the student to the values and skills of hatha yoga (yoga of exercise). Includes basic yoga philosophies and exercises for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living. Prior physical activity and a completed physician’s exam report is recommended.
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PED 182L - Hatha Yoga II 1.00 credits
Expand knowledge, application, and skill in hatha yoga. Offers exposure to other areas of health care and an opportunity to study a selected topic in depth. Recommended: Prior instruction in hatha yoga.
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PED 182R - Fitness and Conditioning for First Responders 1.00 credits
This course is designed to provide general fitness training opportunities, guidelines and strategies to prepare first responders for careers in firefighting, law enforcement, and emergency technical services.
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PED 182S - Tai Chi II 1.00 credits
Continue the exploration of theories and movement principles introduced in Tai Chi I. Reinforce and expand upon the basic techniques to develop a solid foundation for lifelong practice of tai chi. Recommended: PED 182G or instructor approval.
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PED 183A - Beginning Volleyball 1.00 credits
Includes basic history, terminology, etiquette, strategies, and skills of the game.
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PED 183B - Intermediate Volleyball 1.00 credits
Builds further on the beginning techniques of the game. Emphasizes team play, special situations, and officiating. Prerequisite: PED 183A.
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PED 183C - Advanced Volleyball 1.00 credits
Builds further on the intermediate techniques of the game. Emphasizes team play, offensive/defensive situations and other advanced skills of spiking, team blocking, and shoulder roll. Prerequisite: PED 183B.
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PED 183E - Beginning Tennis 1.00 credits
Includes basic history, terminology, etiquette, strategy, and skills of the game.
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PED 183G - Beginning Golf 1.00 credits
Emphasizes fundamental techniques in the use of all clubs along with an understanding and appreciation of rules, course management, and etiquette. Playing a few rounds outside of class is required. In-class time is spent on the range, putting green, pitching area, and in video assessment sessions.
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PED 183I - Flag Football - Coed 1.00 credits
Covers skills, rules, and strategies. Emphasizes individual and team offensive, defensive, and kicking techniques as well as concepts of team organization and play. Considerable time is spent playing the game.
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PED 183J - Softball - Coed 1.00 credits
Emphasizes team play, strategy, and individual skills. Included are batting, running bases and sliding, throwing from outfield, throwing from infield, pitching, catching, fielding, and communication. Time is divided between drills and game play.
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PED 183K - Rowing 1.00 credits
Learn and develop the skills needed to row a multi-person racing shell with sliding seat and outriggers. Safety, terminology, and improved fitness emphasized. Good swimming skills required.
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PED 183S - Slowpitch Softball - Coed 1.00 credits
Uses basic rules and skills of softball altered for slowpitch. Generally utilizes equal numbers of men and women in playing positions
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PED 185Y - Yoga/Pilates Fusion 1.00 credits
Introduces the values and skills of Pilates and yoga. Includes basic Pilates and yoga philosophy and exercises for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living.
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PED 186D - Ballroom Dance I 1.00 credits
Introduces the fundamental principles of ballroom dance. Places emphasis on proper partnering, style, and phrasing. Focuses on elementary steps of foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha-cha, and rumba.
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PED 186E - Ballroom Dance II 1.00 credits
Continues the development of skills in ballroom dance at an intermediate level as well as enriching the depth of the dance technique and complexity of choreography. Focus placed on appropriate partnering in order to lead or follow, rhythm, style, and phrasing. Dances may include waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep, rumba, cha-cha, swing, samba, jive, and nightclub two step. Prerequisite: PED 186D.
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PED 198 - Independent Study: Physical Education 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of PED not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in PED.
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PED 199 - Special Studies: Physical Education 1.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of PED not usually covered in depth in other PED courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in physical education.
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Philosophy |
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PHL 103 - Critical Thinking 3.00 credits
Focuses on improving critical thinking, reasoning, assessment, and argumentation abilities in the personal, professional, and academic arenas. Emphasizes practical methods for developing arguments–rhetorical methods and tools of persuasion–as well as evaluating the validity of existing arguments, editorials, propaganda, and advertisements. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
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PHL 201 - Intro to Philosophy: Philosophical Problems 3.00 credits
Introduces metaphysics and the theory of knowledge via the works of important figures in the history of philosophy. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PHL 202 - Intro to Philosophy: Elementary Ethics 3.00 credits
Studies attempts by philosophers to account for the difference between right and wrong for the notion of moral obligation and to answer the question: How should we lead our lives? Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PHL 204 - Philosophy of Religion 3.00 credits
Explores various philosophical perspectives on religion and issues traditionally taken up by religion, including the existence and attributes of God, faith, reason and mysticism, religion and science, religion and morality, religious language, and life after death. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PHL 204M - Philosophy of Religion 5.00 credits
Explores various philosophical perspectives on religion and issues traditionally taken up by religion, including the existence and attributes of God, faith, reason and mysticism, religion and science, religion and morality, religious language, and life after death. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PHL 209 - Business Ethics 3.00 credits
Designed primarily for students of business and related fields, this course examines the ethical issues that arise in several aspects of business. Historical and contemporary ethical theories are used to examine business practices in management, the use of computers, marketing, accounting, and international industry and commerce. May also address social and environmental impacts as corporate versus individual responsibilities. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PHL 298 - Independent Study: Philosophy 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of PHL not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in PHL.
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PHL 299 - Special Studies: Philosophy 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of PHL not usually covered in depth in other PHL courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in PHL.
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Physics |
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PHY 101 - Fundamentals of Physics I 3.00 credits
Laboratory science course designed for non-science majors. First term of a three-term series. A conceptual study of physics. Includes introduction to the scientific method, study of motion, mechanics, vectors, energy, simple machines, satellite motion, and atomic structure. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: PHY 101L.
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PHY 101L - Fundamentals of Physics I Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 101. Corequisite: PHY 101.
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PHY 102 - Fundamentals of Physics II 3.00 credits
Laboratory science course designed for non-science majors. Second term of a three-term series. A conceptual study of physics. Topics include properties of matter, heat, and thermodynamics. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: PHY 102L.
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PHY 102L - Fundamentals of Physics II Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 102. Corequisite: PHY 102.
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PHY 103 - Fundamentals of Physics III 3.00 credits
Laboratory science course designed for non-science majors. Third term of a three-term series. A conceptual study of physics. Topics include waves and sound, electricity and magnetism, and light and optics. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: PHY 103L.
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PHY 103L - Fundamentals of Physics III Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 103. Corequisite: PHY 103.
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PHY 201 - General Physics I (Algebra-based) 4.00 credits
Introductory physics (algebra based) for science majors, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-chiropractic and pre-physical therapy students. Topics include mechanics including statics, forces and motion energy, collisions, circular motion, and rotational dynamics. Prerequisite: MTH 111. MTH 111 can be taken concurrently with PHY 201. Corequisite: PHY 201L.
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PHY 201L - Gen Physics I Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 201. Corequisite: PHY 201.
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PHY 202 - General Physics II (Algebra-based) 4.00 credits
Topics include mechanical properties of matter, heat, waves, sound, and light. Algebra-based physics. Prerequisite: PHY 201. Corequisite: PHY 202L.
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PHY 202L - Gen Physics II Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 202. Corequisite: PHY 202.
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PHY 203 - General Physics III (Algebra-based) 4.00 credits
Topics include electricity, magnetism, and radioactivity. Algebra-based physics. Prerequisite: PHY 202. Corequisite: PHY 203L.
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PHY 203L - Gen Physics III Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 203. Corequisite: PHY 203.
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PHY 211 - General Physics I (Calculus-based) 4.00 credits
Topics include concepts in mechanics and their relationship to practical applications for science and engineering majors. Prerequisites: MTH 251. MTH 251 can be taken concurrently with PHY 211. Corequisite: PHY 211L.
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PHY 211L - Gen Physics I Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 211. Corequisite: PHY 211.
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PHY 212 - General Physics II (Calculus-based) 4.00 credits
Second term of a three-term series. Topics include concepts in thermodynamics, waves, optics, electricity, magnetism, and their practical application. Recommended for laboratory science majors, engineering majors, and preprofessional students in all medical fields. Prerequisites: PHY 211 and MTH 252 with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite: PHY 212L.
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PHY 212L - Gen Physics II Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 212. Corequisite: PHY 212.
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PHY 213 - General Physics III (Calculus-based) 4.00 credits
Third term of a three-term series. Topics include concepts in resistance, inductance, capacitance, and their application in RLC circuits; magnetic and electromagnetic fields; relativity; quantum mechanics; atomic physics; nuclear physics and their practical application. Recommended for laboratory science majors, engineering majors, and preprofessional students in all medical fields. Prerequisite: PHY 212. Corequisite: PHY 213L.
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PHY 213L - Gen Physics III Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to PHY 213. Corequisite: PHY 213.
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POL 201 - Intro to US Government 3.00 credits
Covers the basic concepts and principles of the American political system. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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POL 203 - State & Local Government 3.00 credits
Examines state and local government policy formulation and outcomes on issues ranging from taxation to prisons, and education to environmental concerns. Focuses on Oregon state and local politics. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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POL 205 - International Relations 3.00 credits
Examines the nature of relations among nations. Topics include motivating factors such as nationalism and imperialism, economic rivalries, the quest for security, questions of national sovereignty and international cooperation, war and peace, global issues, and the future. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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POL 298 - Independent Study: Political Science 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of POL not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in POL and WRI 121 placement.
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POL 299 - Special Studies: Political Science 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of POL not usually covered in depth in other POL courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in POL and WRI 121 placement.
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Psychology |
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PSY 101 - Psychology & Human Relations 3.00 credits
Focuses on practical and personal applications of psychological principles. Encourages applications of psychological principles to daily living and to human interactions such as work, leisure, school, and relationships.
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PSY 201A - General Psychology I 3.00 credits
Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include history, research methods, brain and behavior, genes and environment, human development, and sensing and perception. Note – the introduction to psychology series does not have to be taken in order. PSY 201A is the recommended first class in the series. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PSY 201M - General Psychology I 5.00 credits
Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include history, research methods, brain and behavior, genes and environment, perception and the senses, human development, varieties of consciousness, learning, memory, thinking, language and intelligence. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PSY 202A - General Psychology II 3.00 credits
Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include varieties of consciousness, learning, memory, thinking, language and intelligence, and motivation. Note – the introduction to psychology series does not have to be taken in order. Recommended: PSY 201A. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PSY 202M - General Psychology II 5.00 credits
Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include memory, thinking, language and intelligence, motivation, personality, emotion and health, psychological disorders and treatment, and social psychology. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PSY 203A - General Psychology III 3.00 credits
Introduction to the general principles of psychology. Topics include personality, emotion and health, psychological disorders and treatment, and social psychology. Note – the introduction to psychology series does not have to be taken in order. Recommended: PSY 201A. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PSY 225 - Abnormal Psychology I 3.00 credits
Overview of biological, psychological, and social causes of abnormal behavior. Specific topics include models, classification system, and assessment of abnormal behavior. Anxiety, mood, personality, and stress disorders are covered during the course of the term. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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PSY 226 - Abnormal Psychology II 3.00 credits
Overview of legal and ethical issues related to abnormal psychology. Specific disorders covered include dissociative, substance use, schizophrenia, childhood and adolescent. Suicide is examined as a topic specific to abnormal psychology. Various treatment modalities are also reviewed. Prerequisite: PSY 225.
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PSY 228 - Positive Psychology 4.00 credits
This course explores the components necessary to help a person flourish in their environment by addressing the biopsychosocial aspects that contribute to positive behaviors and human strengths. Material will provide an overview of the theories of happiness, importance of self-care and positive social cognitions, utilizing strengths in personal and professional venues, and means of achieving healthy relationships personally and with one’s community. Prerequisite: WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
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PSY 233 - Psychology of Violence and Aggression 4.00 credits
This course addresses the developmental, social, physiological, and cultural aspects that contribute to violence and aggression as well as the legal issues involved. Includes an overview of the theories of aggression, as well as factors influencing family violence, violent children, mob mentality, hate crimes, war and terrorism, stalking, sex crimes, and murder. Prerequisite: WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
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PSY 235 - Human Growth & Development I 3.00 credits
A biosocial study of human development from conception to adolescence. Discusses the biological and social processes, i.e., cognition, personality, emotion, and social, affecting the developing child. Applications to health care, family, and education are discussed. Recommended: Previous coursework in psychology.
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PSY 236 - Human Growth & Development II 3.00 credits
A psychological study of the continuing development of the human being from adolescence through old age and death. Discussion focuses on the social and healthcare issues of adulthood. Applications to healthcare, family, and social policy. Prerequisite: PSY 235.
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PSY 298 - Independent Study: Psychology 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of PSY not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in PSY.
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PSY 299 - Special Studies: Psychology 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of PSY not usually covered in-depth in other PSY courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in PSY.
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REA 090 - College Preparatory Reading 3.00 credits
Introduces and reinforces skills for success in entry-level college classes. Emphasizes vocabulary building, comprehension, reading strategies, critical thinking.
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REA 115 - College Reading 4.00 credits
This transferable, elective course focuses on expanding reading frequency and effectively reading complex college level texts. Emphasizes comprehension strategies critical reading and thinking skills, information literacy, vocabulary development, student success strategies, and adapting reading rate to different reading tasks. Prerequisite: REA 090 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into REA 115.
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REA 115A - Academic Thinking and Reading Skills 1.00 credits
One of two one-credit courses intended to help students develop skill and confidence in reading college-level texts. Emphasizes comprehension strategies, information literacy, vocabulary development, and adapting reading rate to different reading tasks. Note: REA115A and REA 115B may be taken out of sequence. Prerequisite: WRI 090 or placement into WRI 095.
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REA 115B - Academic Thinking and Reading Skills 1.00 credits
One of two one-credit courses intended to help students develop skill and confidence in reading college-level texts. Emphasizes comprehension strategies, information literacy, vocabulary development, and adapting reading rate to different reading tasks. Note: REA115A and REA 115B may be taken out of sequence. Prerequisite: WRI 090 or placement into WRI 095.
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REA 120A - Critical Thinking and Reading Skills 1.00 credits
One of two one-credit courses intended to help students develop skill and confidence in reading and interpreting a wide variety of college-level texts and research materials. Emphasizes comprehension strategies, skimming skills, critical reading and inference skills, information literacy, and vocabulary development. Note: REA 120A and REA 120B may be taken out of sequence. Prerequisites: REA 115A or REA 115B and placement into WRI 121.
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REA 120B - Critical Thinking and Reading Skills 1.00 credits
One of two one-credit courses intended to help students develop skill and confidence in reading and interpreting a wide variety of college-level texts and research materials. Emphasizes comprehension strategies, skimming skills, critical reading and inference skills, information literacy, and vocabulary development. Note: REA 120A and REA 120B may be taken out of sequence. Prerequisites: REA 115A or REA 115B and placement into WRI 121.
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