Catalog 2013-2014 
    
    May 21, 2024  
Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

History

  
  • HST 299 - Special Studies: History

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of HST not usually covered in depth in other HST courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in HST. WRI 121  placement or any of the HST 100 or 200 series. [As Announced]

Journalism

  
  • JOR 216 - Reporting I

    3 credits
    Covers the fundamentals of reporting, including gathering and writing news for newspapers. Emphasizes accuracy, objectivity, clarity of writing, and standards required by newspapers. Placement into WRI 121  is required. [As Announced]
  
  • JOR 217 - Reporting II

    3 credits
    Expands on JOR 216 . Emphasizes advanced reporting and writing skills. Prerequisite: JOR 216 . [As Announced]
  
  • JOR 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Journalism

    2 credits
    On-the-job (paid or volunteer) experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program so that the student can learn all aspects of the industry. Cooperative work experience is offered for variable credit based on the student’s objectives. Instructor permission is required, and the student must locate a job site for the course. Prerequisite: TEX 280 . [As Announced]
  
  • JOR 298 - Independent Study: Journalism

    3 credits
    Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of JOR 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 JOR. [As Announced]
  
  • JOR 299 - Special Studies: Journalism

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of JOR not usually covered in depth in other JOR courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in JOR. [As Announced]

Language Skills

  
  • LGS 080 - Language Skills

    3 credits
    Develops proficiency in introductory writing skills at the sentence, paragraph, and short composition level. Skill development will include grammar, collegiate vocabulary, and spelling. [SU, F, W, SP]

Medical

  
  • MDA 100 - Exploring Health Careers

    3 credits
    Course will explore health careers such as nursing, physical therapy, dental hygiene, and emergency medical services. Guest speakers from different health career areas will be invited to the classroom to provide students with an understanding of college requirements, performance skill levels, salaries, and availability of job opportunities. [F, SP]
  
  • MDA 101 - Medical Terminology I

    3 credits
    Covers medical terminology prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and abbreviations by body system. Prerequisite: Recommended placement into WRI 121 . [F, SP]
  
  • MDA 102 - Medical Terminology II

    3 credits
    Covers medical terminology prefixes, suffices, word roots, and abbreviations by body system. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 101 . [SU, W]
  
  • MDA 103 - Intro to Health Services

    3 credits
    (now HIM 103) Introduction to health services with a focus on understanding the healthcare system including: Financing of healthcare, organizations and settings, non-financial resources and evaluation, regulation, and assessment. Prerequisite: Recommended placement into WRI 121 . [SU, W]
  
  • MDA 104 - Intro to Health Information Management

    3 credits
    (now HIM 104) Covers medical record content and documentation from a wide variety of health care settings. Prerequisite: Recommended placement into WRI 121 . [SU, W]
  
  • MDA 105 - Legal & Ethical Aspects of Healthcare

    3 credits
    (now HIM 105) Introduces the legal basis for medical practice, confidentiality, HIPPA, voluntary and involuntary release of medical information, professional liability, consents for treatment and other procedures, and medical-ethical issues. Prerequisite: Recommended placement into WRI 121 . [SP]
  
  • MDA 120 - Medical Office Procedures I

    4 credits
    Covers introduction to administrative medical office assisting and reception room techniques, including appointment scheduling, telephone techniques, mail handling, office care, and medical records management. Recommended: Word processing @ 25 WPM. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 102 , MDA 103 , and BUS 131 . [F]
  
  • MDA 150 - Math for Meds

    3 credits
    Teaches the skills and techniques needed to calculate the amount of medication to be administered to a patient. Interpretation of physician’s orders and drug labels is also covered. Course is designed for students preparing to be medical assistants, licensed practical nurses, pharmacy technicians, emergency medical technicians, and other health care workers. Prerequisite: Recommended completion of MTH 020  with a “C” or better. [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 198 - Independent Study: Medical Office Assistant

    3 credits
    Offers individualized study in areas of medical office assisting not covered 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. [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 199 - Special Studies: Medical Office Assistant

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of medical office assisting not usually covered in depth in other courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 210 - Intro to Disease Processes I

    3 credits
    (now HIM 210) Introduces the student to concepts related to human diseases. The most common diseases and disorders of each body system are presented along with a review of the anatomy and physiology pertinent to the content. Additionally, the effects of aging on the system and the relationship of aging to diseases are presented. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 102  and BIO 103 . [F]
  
  • MDA 211 - Intro to Disease Processes II

    3 credits
    (now HIM 211) Introduces the student to concepts related to human diseases. The most common diseases and disorders of each body system are presented along with a review of the anatomy and physiology pertinent to the content. Additionally, the effects of aging on the system and the relationship of aging to diseases are presented. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 210 . [W]
  
  • MDA 220 - Medical Office Procedures II

    4 credits
    Covers advanced administrative medical assisting skills, including office management, fee schedules, policy and procedure manuals, continuing education, and personnel management. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 120 . [W]
  
  • MDA 230 - ICD-9-CM Coding

    3 credits
    Introduces the student to ICD-9-CM classification with considerable time spent coding diagnoses and procedures. The student will gain exposure in abstraction and indexing diagnostic and procedure codes. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 210 . [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 230B - ICD-10-CM Coding

    3 credits
    (now HIM 230B) Introduces the student to ICD-10-CM classification with considerable time spent coding diagnoses. The student will gain exposure in abstraction and indexing diagnostic codes. Prerequisite: MDA 210 . [W]
  
  • MDA 231 - CPT Coding

    3 credits
    (now HIM 231) Introduces the student to CPT-4 HCPCS classification with considerable time spent coding procedures. The student will gain exposure in abstracting and indexing procedural codes. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 211 . [SP]
  
  • MDA 232 - Medical Billing Applications

    2 credits
    (now HIM 232) Course is designed to reinforce essential skills such as inputting patient information, scheduling appointments, and handling billing, reports, and insurance claims. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: Successful completion of MDA 230B . [SP]
  
  • MDA 233 - Medical Record Transcription I

    3 credits
    (now HIM 233) Introduction to interpreting and transcribing dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals in order to document patient care and facilitate delivery of healthcare services. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 120 . [W]
  
  • MDA 234 - Medical Record Transcription II

    3 credits
    Advanced interpreting and transcribing dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals in order to document patient care and facilitate delivery of healthcare services. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MDA 120  and MDA 233 . [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Medical Office Assistant

    2 credits
    (now HIM 280) On-the-job (paid or volunteer) experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program so that the student can learn all aspects of the industry. Cooperative work experience is offered for variable credit based on the student’s objectives. Instructor permission is required and the student must locate a job site for the course. [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 298 - Independent Study: Medical Office Assistant

    3 credits
    Offers individualized study in areas of medical office assisting not covered 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. [As Announced]
  
  • MDA 299 - Special Studies: Medical Office Assistant

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of medical office assisting not usually covered in depth in other medical office assisting courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. [As Announced]

Multimedia

  
  • MMT 130 - Multimedia of Graphic Production

    3 credits
    Enables the student to plan and develop still graphics, video, and audio elements that can be used in compiling a multimedia presentation. The use of various multimedia software will be covered. [As Announced]
  
  • MMT 199 - Special Studies: Multimedia

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MMT not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MMT. [As Announced]
  
  • MMT 235 - Digital Video Production

    4 credits
    Use digital video editing software (Premiere, Videoshop, etc.) to digitize, edit, and compress audio and video for use in multimedia and interactive computer applications. Recommended: MMT 130 . [As Announced]
  
  • MMT 298 - Independent Study: Multimedia

    3 credits
    Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of MMT 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 MMT. [As Announced]
  
  • MMT 299 - Special Studies: Multimedia

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MMT not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MMT. [As Announced]

Mathematics

  
  • MTH 010 - Basic Math

    4 credits
    Whole number arithmetic. Develops skills with mathematical operations using whole numbers. Recommended: Students enrolling in this class are strongly encouraged to co-enroll in a section of CGS 010 . [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 020 - Basic Math (Arithmetic)

    4 credits
    Use of fractions, decimals, percent, integer arithmetic, order of operations, rules of exponents, square roots, and geometric properties to write, manipulate, interpret, and solve applications and formulas. Introduces concepts of basic statistics, charts, and graphs. Introduces basic concepts of Elementary Algebra. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 010  or placement by entrance exam. [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 051 - Fractions & Rational Numbers

    1 credit
    Purpose of this elective course is self improvement in fraction and rational number skills. The following topics are covered: Meaning of fractions, simplification and building of equivalent fractions, operations with rational numbers, changing fractions to decimals, and applications of rational numbers. Scientific calculator is optional. Recommended: Completion of MTH 010  and/or knowledge of signed numbers is recommended. [As Announced]
  
  • MTH 052 - Computerized Self Paced Study Basic Mth/Elem Alg

    2 credits
    Students will use interactive computer software under the supervision of a facilitator to work at their own pace to cover some or all of the following topics: Whole number arithmetic, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percent, informal geometry, measurement, interpreting graphs, an introduction to statistics, real numbers, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving linear systems, exponents, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, rational exponents and radicals, and quadratic equations. [As Announced]
  
  • MTH 060 - Introductory Algebra I

    4 credits
    The following topics are covered: Signed numbers, order of operations, fundamental properties of algebra, solutions of linear equations, the two-coordinate graphing plane, point plotting, graphing of linear equations, and basic geometric, statistical formulas, and problem solving. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 020  or placement by entrance exam. [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 065 - Introductory Algebra II

    4 credits
    The following topics are covered: Solving systems of equations, rules of exponents, order of operations, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, arithmetic operations of polynomials, factoring of polynomials, graphing of linear equations, and problem solving. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 060  or instructor consent. [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 070 - Elementary Algebra

    4 credits
    The following topics are covered: Fundamental properties of algebra, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, order of operations, rules of exponents, arithmetic operations of polynomials, factoring of polynomials, the two-coordinate graphing plane, point plotting, graphing of linear equations, and basic geometric and statistical formulas and problem solving. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 020  or placement by entrance exam. [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 095 - Intermediate Algebra

    4 credits
    The following topics are covered: Fundamentals of algebra, factoring of polynomials, solving quadratics using various techniques, simplifying of rational expressions, solving rational equations, simplifying of radical expressions, solving radical equations, definition of functions, evaluation of functions, and graphing of quadratics. Word problems will be included throughout the course. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: for MTH 095  can be met by any of the three following methods: Successful completion of MTH 060  and MTH 065 , or successful completion of MTH 070  or placement by entrance exam. [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 099 - Special Studies: Math

    1 credit
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of math not usually covered in depth in other MTH courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MTH. [As Announced]
  
  • MTH 105 - Intro to Contemporary Math

    4 credits
    A variety of modern mathematical topics based on contemporary applications. Topics include combinatorics, probability, statistics, finance, matrices, and logarithmic and exponential functions. Prerequisite: MTH 095 . [SP]
  
  • MTH 111 - College Algebra

    4 credits
    The algebraic operations dealing with linear, quadratic, and polynomial equations and functions. Introduces graphs of functions (linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic) and develops the concepts of exponential and logarithmic functions. Develops skills in Systems of Equations. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 095  with a “C” or better or placement by entrance exam. [SU, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 112 - Elementary Functions

    4 credits
    The trigonometric ratios and their applications with special emphasis on identities, trigonometric equations, vectors, and complex numbers. Prerequisite: MTH 111  with grade “C” or better or equivalent. This course will be offered Spring term based on student demand. [SP]
  
  • MTH 199 - Special Studies: Math

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of math not usually covered in depth in other math courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in math. [As Announced]
  
  • MTH 211 - Foundations of Elementary Math I

    4 credits
    This is the first course in the mathematics sequence for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes Polya’s problem solving process, patterns and sequences, set theory, numeration systems, number bases, number theory, and modular arithmetic. Will also introduce teaching pedagogy and development of teaching materials. Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 095  with a “C” or better or placement into MTH 111 . [F]
  
  • MTH 212 - Foundations of Elementary Math II

    4 credits
    This is the second course in the mathematics sequence for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes proportions and algorithms of rational numbers (fractions, decimals, percent), integers, the sets of irrational and real numbers, and simple probability and statistics. Prerequisite: MTH 211  with a grade “C” or better. [W]
  
  • MTH 213 - Foundations of Elementary Math III

    4 credits
    This is the third course in the mathematics sequence for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes informal geometry, transformational geometry, and measurement systems. Prerequisite: MTH 212  with a grade “C” or better. [SP]
  
  • MTH 243 - Statistics I

    4 credits
    Covers concepts of elementary probability, frequency distributions and their graphs, probability distributions, descriptive statistics, confidence interval estimation, and interpretation of statistical results. Software is integrated throughout the course. Prior knowledge of Microsoft Excel is recommended. Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 095  with a “C” or better or placement into MTH 111 . [SU As Announced, F, W, SP]
  
  • MTH 251 - Calculus I

    4 credits
    Computation techniques for calculating the limit of a function. Computational techniques for calculating and applications of the derivative of a function. Prerequisite: MTH 112  with a grade “C” or better, or equivalent. [F]
  
  • MTH 252 - Calculus II

    4 credits
    Computational techniques for and applications of definite and indefinite integrals. Prerequisite: MTH 251  with a grade “C” or better, or equivalent. [W]
  
  • MTH 254 - Vector Calculus

    4 credits
    Vectors, differentiation, and integration of vector-valued functions. Partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and their applications. Prerequisite: MTH 252  with a grade “C” or better, or equivalent. [SP]
  
  • MTH 299 - Special Studies: Math

    3 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MTH not usually covered in depth in other MTH courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in MTH. [As Announced]

Music

  
  • MUS 201 - Intro to Music & Its Literature I

    3 credits
    Covers music of the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque eras. Prerequisite: WRI 121  or instructor permission. [F]
  
  • MUS 202 - Intro to Music & Its Literature II

    3 credits
    Covers music of the Classic and Romantic eras. Prerequisite: WRI 121  or instructor permission. [W]
  
  • MUS 203 - Intro to Music & Its Literature III

    3 credits
    Covers music of the post-Romantic era and the 20th century. Prerequisite: WRI 121  or instructor permission. [SP]
  
  • MUS 205 - History of Jazz Music

    3 credits
    Covers the 90-year history of jazz, an American art form. Eras, styles, and significant artists are examined and analyzed. Prerequisite: WRI 121  or instructor permission. [F]
  
  • MUS 206 - History of Rock Music

    3 credits
    Examines rock music’s roots and development, its innovators and significant events through a cultural, as well as musical, perspective. Prerequisite: WRI 121  or instructor permission. [W]
  
  • MUS 207 - History of Folk Music

    3 credits
    Examines ballads, worksongs, 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  or instructor permission. [SP]
  
  • MUS 265 - Music for Teachers

    3 credits
    Explore 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. [F]
  
  • MUS 298 - Independent Study: Music

    3 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. [As Announced]
  
  • MUS 299 - Special Studies: Music

    3 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. Prerequisite: Recommended: Prior study in MUS. [As Announced]

Office Systems

  
  • OST 120 - Business Editing Skills

    3 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: BUS 131  or CIS 120 . [W]
  
  • OST 131 - 10-key Calculators

    1 credit
    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. [SU, F, W, SP]

Physical Education

  
  • PED 185A - Physical Activity: Beginning Aerobic Fitness

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AA - Physical Activity: Softball-Coed

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AC - Physical Activity: Swimming All Abilities

    1 credit
    Geared to a variety of swim skill levels. Covers basic swim strokes, elementary rescue and survival techniques, cardiovascular conditioning, and water play. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AG - Physical Activity: Beginning Tennis

    1 credit
    Includes basic history, terminology, etiquette, strategy, and skills of the game. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AI - Physical Activity: Beginning Volleyball

    1 credit
    Includes basic history, terminology, etiquette, strategies, and skills of the game. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AJ - Physical Activity: Intermediate Volleyball

    1 credit
    Builds further on the beginning techniques of the game. Emphasizes team play, special situations, and officiating. Prerequisite: PED 185AI  or instructor approval. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AK - Physical Activity: Advanced Volleyball

    1 credit
    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 185AJ  or instructor approval. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AL - Physical Activity: Beginning Weight Training

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AM - Physical Activity: Intermediate Weight Training

    1 credit
    Continues the development of the student’s strength/fitness. Individual evaluation and weight lifting programs developed to meet the student’s needs. Prerequisite: PED 185AL  or instructor approval. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AO - Physical Activity: Hatha Yoga

    1 credit
    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. Recommended: Prior physical activity and a completed physician’s exam report is recommended. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AP - Physical Activity: Relaxation & Flexibility

    1 credit
    Designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed to incorporate and practice a variety of techniques of relaxation and stretching. Flexibility training and relaxation are two basic and effective ways of attaining and maintaining good health and reducing stress. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AR - Physical Activity: Ultimate Frisbee

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185AS - Physical Activity: Rowing

    1 credit
    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. [F, SP]
  
  • PED 185C - Physical Activity: Beginning Fitness & Walking

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185D - Physical Activity: Intermed Fitness & Walking

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185I - Physical Activity: Flag Football-Coed

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185J - Physical Activity: Beginning Golf

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 185Z - Physical Activity: Slowpitch Softball-Coed

    1 credit
    Uses basic rules and skills of softball, altered for slowpitch. Generally utilizes equal numbers of men and women in playing positions. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 198 - Independent Study: Physical Education

    3 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. [As Announced]
  
  • PED 199 - Special Studies: Physical Education

    1 credit
    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. [As Announced]

Philosophy

  
  • PHL 201 - Intro to Philosophy: Philosophical Problems

    3 credits
    Introduces metaphysics and the theory of knowledge via the works of important figures in the history of philosophy. Prerequisite: WRI 121 . [F]
  
  • PHL 202 - Intro to Philosophy: Elementary Ethics

    3 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 . [SP]
  
  • PHL 204 - Philosophy of Religion

    3 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 . [SU]
  
  • PHL 209 - Business Ethics

    3 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 . [W]
  
  • PHL 298 - Independent Study: Philosophy

    3 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. [As Announced]
  
  • PHL 299 - Special Studies: Philosophy

    3 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. [As Announced]

Physics

  
  • PHY 201 - General Physics I (Algebra-based)

    5 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. Corequisite: MTH 111  and PHY 201L . [F]
  
  • PHY 201L - Gen Physics I Lab

    0 credit
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 201 . Corequisite: PHY 201 . [F]
  
  • PHY 202 - General Physics II (Algebra-based)

    5 credits
    Topics include mechanical properties of matter, heat, waves, sound, and light. Algebra-based physics. Prerequisite: PHY 201 . Corequisite: PHY 202L . [W]
  
  • PHY 202L - Gen Physics II Lab

    0 credit
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 202 . Corequisite: PHY 202 . [W]
  
  • PHY 203 - General Physics III (Algebra-based)

    5 credits
    Topics include electricity, magnetism, and radioactivity. Algebra-based physics. Prerequisite: PHY 202 . Corequisite: PHY 203L . [SP]
  
  • PHY 203L - Gen Physics III Lab

    0 credit
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 203 . Corequisite: PHY 203 . [SP]
  
  • PHY 211 - General Physics IV (Calculus-based)

    5 credits
    Topics include concepts in mechanics and their relationship to practical applications for science and engineering majors. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: MTH 251  and MTH 252 . MTH 252  can be taken concurrently with PHY 211 . Corequisite: PHY 211L . [As Announced]
  
  • PHY 211L - Gen Physics IV Lab

    0 credit
    Laboratory activities relating to PHY 211 . Corequisite: PHY 211 . [As Announced]
 

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