Catalog 2023-24 
    
    May 17, 2024  
Catalog 2023-24 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

History

  
  • HST 103 - Western Civilization III: 1800 to Present

    3.00 credits
    Studies Europe in the 19th and 20th centuries. Topics include the Industrial Revolution, nationalism, socialism, the two world wars, the Russian Revolution, Nazism, and globalization. HST 101, 102, and 103 may be taken out of sequence. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
  
  • HST 103M - Western Civilization II

    5.00 credits
    Studies early modern and modern Europe from 1500 to the present, including the Age of Discovery, science, revolutionary ideologies, the world wars, and the European Union. Special topics also include the dramatic changes from medieval militaries and technology to modern industrial warfare. Recommended: Placement scores at WRI 121.
  
  • HST 201 - United States History I: Colonial Period to 1840

    3.00 credits
    Surveys North American history from the Age of Exploration to 1840. Studies include political, social, and economic trends and events. HST 201, 202, and 203 may be taken out of sequence. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
  
  • HST 201M - United States History I

    5.00 credits
    Surveys North American history from the Age of Exploration through the Civil War. Studies include political, social, and economic trends and events. Recommended: Placement scores at WRI 121.
  
  • HST 202 - United States History II: 1840 to 1914

    3.00 credits
    Surveys the history of the United States from 1840 to 1914. Studies include political, social, and economic trends and events. HST 201, 202, and 203 may be taken out of sequence. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
  
  • HST 203 - United States History III: 1914 to Present

    3.00 credits
    Surveys the history of the United States from 1914 to the present. Studies include political, social, and economic trends and events. HST 201, 202, and 203 may be taken out of sequence. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
  
  • HST 203M - United States History II

    5.00 credits
    Surveys North American history from Reconstruction through the present. Studies include political, social, and economic trends and events. Recommended: Placement scores at WRI 121.

Languages

  
  • GER 101 - First Year German I

    4.00 credits
    Emphasizes active communication in beginning German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture.
  
  • GER 102 - First Year German II

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of GER 101. Emphasizes active communication in German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: GER 101.
  
  • GER 103 - First Year German III

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of GER 102. Emphasizes active communication in German. Includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: GER 102.
  
  • GER 201 - Second Year German I

    4.00 credits
    Continues the work of first-year German, reviewing, expanding, and perfecting pronunciation, structure, and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Prerequisite: GER 103.
  
  • GER 202 - Second Year German II

    4.00 credits
    Continues to expand structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Prerequisite: GER 201.
  
  • GER 203 - Second Year German III

    4.00 credits
    Continues to expand structure and vocabulary for the purpose of active communication. Includes practice in reading and writing. Prerequisite: GER 202.
  
  • SPA 101 - First Year Spanish I

    4.00 credits
    First in a three-course series designed to develop basic communication skills in oral and written Spanish. Introduces learners to the rich culture of the Spanish-speaking world, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture.
  
  • SPA 101M - First Year Spanish I

    5.00 credits
    First in a three-course series designed to develop basic communication skills in oral and written Spanish. Introduces learners to the rich culture of the Spanish-speaking world, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture.
  
  • SPA 102 - First Year Spanish II

    4.00 credits
    Second in a three-course series designed to develop basic communication skills in oral and written Spanish. Introduces learners to the rich culture of the Spanish-speaking world, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: SPA 101.
  
  • SPA 103 - First Year Spanish III

    4.00 credits
    Third in a three-course series designed to develop basic communication skills in oral and written Spanish. Introduces learners to the rich culture of the Spanish-speaking world, including listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, structure, vocabulary, and culture. Prerequisite: SPA 102.
  
  • SPA 201 - Second Year Spanish I

    4.00 credits
    Reviews and expands the use of basic vocabulary, structural patterns, indicative tenses and commands from first-year college Spanish. Listen, speak, write, and read in Spanish. SPA 103 or instructor permission required.
  
  • SPA 202 - Second Year Spanish II

    4.00 credits
    Practice and expand vocabulary and structures. Emphasizes subjunctive tenses to express personal feelings, doubts, and opinions in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPA 201.
  
  • SPA 203 - Second Year Spanish III

    4.00 credits
    Practice and expand vocabulary and subjunctive patterns. Listen, speak, read, write, and begin to sense the culture in the idiom. Prerequisite: SPA 202.

Medical

  
  • MDA 100 - Exploring Health Careers

    1.00 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.
  
  • MDA 101 - Medical Terminology I

    3.00 credits
    Covers medical terminology prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and abbreviations by body system.
  
  • MDA 102 - Medical Terminology II

    3.00 credits
    Covers medical terminology prefixes, suffices, word roots, and abbreviations by body system. Prerequisite: MDA 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MDA 128 - Anatomy & Physiology for Health Science Professionals I

    4.00 credits
    Provides the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills needed to pursue a career in Allied Health. Students will examine anatomical terminology, basic chemistry, cell structure and functions, tissues, glands, and membranes; disease and disease producing organisms; integumentary system; skeletal system; muscular systems; nervous system: including the spinal cords, spinal nerves, the brain, and the cranial nerves; and the sensory system. Note: This course will not transfer as a science course. Recommended: MDA 101.
  
  • MDA 129 - Anatomy & Physiology for Health Science Professionals II

    4.00 credits
    Provides the conceptual framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills needed to pursue a career in Allied Health. Students will examine the endocrine system; blood: the heart and heart disease; including blood vessels and circulation; lymphatic system and tissue; respiratory system; digestive system; metabolism, nutrition and body temperature; body fluids; urinary system; male and female reproductive system; development and birth; and heredity and heredity disease. Note: This course will not transfer as a science course. Recommended: MDA 102. Prerequisite: MDA 128.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

  
  • MET 102 - Basic Engineering Materials

    3.00 credits
    Introduces materials and metallurgy to include structure, selection, and use. Survey of materials used in industry and their physical and chemical attributes as they relate to properties, corrosion, and engineering applications. Major consideration given to metal alloys. Introduction to polymers, ceramics, and composites included. Recommended: WLD 101.
  
  • MET 241 - CAD for Mechanical Design I

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of AutoCAD (mechanical) software in 2D environment. Utilize 2D software practice to develop into an apprentice level wireframe computer aided design (CAD) technician. Corequisite: MET 241L.
  
  • MET 241L - CAD for Mechanical Design I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 241. Corequisite: MET 241.
  
  • MET 242 - CAD for Mechanical Design II

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of AutoCAD (mechanical) software in 3D environment. Utilize 3D software, practice to develop into an apprentice level computer aided design (CAD) technician. Prerequisite: MET 241. Corequisite: MET242L.
  
  • MET 242L - CAD for Mechanical Design II Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 242. Corequisite: MET 242.
  
  • MET 243 - CAD for Mechanical Design III

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of SOLIDWORKS® software in solid modeling design environment. Utilize 3D solid modeling practice to develop into an apprentice level computer aided design (CAD) technician. Prerequisite: MET 242. Corequisite: MET243L.
  
  • MET 243L - CAD for Mechanical Design III Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 243. Corequisite: MET 243.
  
  • MET 244 - CAD for Mechanical Design-Solid Modeling

    2.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of Solid Modeling (SM) using Autodesk Inventor® (A/I) software in solid modeling design environment. Utilize 3D solid modeling practice to develop into an apprentice level computer aided design (CAD) technician. Prerequisite: MET 241. Corequisite: MET 244L.
  
  • MET 244L - CAD for Mechanical Design - Solid Modeling Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MET 244. Corequisite: MET 244.
  
  • MET 291 - Advanced Manufacturing

    1.00 credits
    Instruction and practice of AutoCAD (mechanical) and Solidworks software in a 2D & 3D environment.  Utilize 2D & 3D software practice to further develop into an apprentice level wireframe, surface, and solid model computer aided design (CADD) technician.

Manufacturing

  
  • MFG 102 - Basic Engineering Materials

    2.00 credits
    Introduces materials and metallurgy to include structure, selection, and use. Survey of materials used in industry and their physical and chemical attributes as they relate to properties, corrosion, and engineering applications. Major consideration given to metal alloys and wood. Introduction to polymers, ceramics, and composites included.
  
  • MFG 120 - Manufacturing Process I

    2.00 credits
    An introductory course in metal removal processes emphasizing drilling, milling, and lathe processes. Includes tool-bit grinding. Emphasis on production speeds and feeds. All lab practice will be on conventional machines. Corequisite: MFG 120L.
  
  • MFG 120L - Manufacturing Process I Lab

    2.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MFG 120. Corequisite: MFG 120.
  
  • MFG 221 - Manufacturing Process II - CNC

    2.00 credits
    An introductory course in metal removal processes emphasizing drilling, milling, and lathe processes. Will include tool grinding. Emphasis on computer numerically controlled (CNC) concept and machining. Prerequisite: MFG 120. Corequisite: MFG 221L.
  
  • MFG 221L - Manufacturing Process II - CNC Lab

    2.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MFG 221. Corequisite: MFG 221.
  
  • MFG 222 - Manufacturing Process III - CNC

    2.00 credits
    MFG 222 is a follow-up course in metal removal processes - emphasis on conversational NC and CNC drilling, milling, and lathe processes. Will include tool grinding. Course stress will be on CNC (conversational) process, planning, concepts and machining. All lab practice will be offline on simulators and online using conversational NC and CNC machines. Prerequisite: MFG 221. Corequisite: MFG 222L.
  
  • MFG 222L - Manufacturing Process III - CNC Lab

    2.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MFG 222. Corequisite: MFG 222.
  
  • MFG 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Manufacturing Engineering

    2.00 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. Cooperative work experience is offered for variable credit based on the student’s objectives. Instructor permission is required.
  
  • MFG 291 - Advanced Manufacturing

    1.00 credits
    MFG 291 is a follow-up course in metal removal processes - emphasis on increased knowledge in conventional, conversational NC and CNC drilling, milling, and lathe processes, including tool grinding. Course stress will be on use of various types of conventional and CNC processes, planning, concepts and machining. All lab practice will be on all conventional and CNC platforms available to the student.

Multimedia

  
  • MMT 199 - Special Studies: Multimedia

    3.00 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.
  
  • MMT 239 - Digital Drawing/Adobe Illustrator

    3.00 credits
    Introduces the basics of digital illustration working with both vector graphics and photo editing. Applies tablet technology and screen-based drawing to create digitized graphic elements such as image header, sidebar, banner, logo, and other elements commonly used design. Uses various software platforms, but focuses mainly on Adobe Digital Illustrator. Recommended: ART 131. Corequisite: MMT 239L.
  
  • MMT 239L - Digital Draw/Adobe Illustrator Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities related to MMT 239. Corequisite: MMT 239.
  
  • MMT 240 - Digital Photography & Photoshop

    3.00 credits
    Students will learn the basics of digital photography, composition, and manipulation of images while using Adobe Photoshop. Investigate competent compact digital and DSLR camera handling techniques. The course emphasizes exposure control, digital management, image editing, printing and presentation. Examines important photographic themes, lighting, and composition. Use Photoshop in acquiring, preparing, manipulating, storing, outputting and/or uploading and displaying digital images. Requires access to a camera with manual exposure controls, DSLR (digital single-lens-reflex) cameras are preferred. Corequisite: MMT 240L.
  
  • MMT 240L - Digital Photography & Photoshop Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 240. Corequisite: MMT 240.
  
  • MMT 241 - Graphic Design for the Web

    3.00 credits
    This intermediate-level digital design course enables students to create web-based graphic and media solutions. Primary software programs include Adobe CS6 Illustrator (for illustrating) and Photoshop (for graphics production and image editing). Students build upon and apply previously learned skills that are specific for business marketing and digital communications and create digital art assets such as logos, buttons, headers, splash screens, infographics and various design and editing techniques for vector graphics, bitmap images, and photos. Both programs are used to integrate Photoshop and Illustrator files for web applications. Recommended: MMT 239 and MMT 240. Corequisite: MMT 241L.
  
  • MMT 241L - Graphic Design for the Web Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 241. Corequisite: MMT 241.
  
  • MMT 260 - Video Production I

    3.00 credits
    Introduces digital video production, with a focus on the fundamentals of project planning, basic camera functions, shooting techniques, lighting principles, and audio recording fundamentals. Includes preproduction issues, production terminology, and evaluation of industry etiquette. Recommended: MMT 240. Corequisite: MMT 260L.
  
  • MMT 260L - Video Production I Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 260. Corequisite: MMT 260.
  
  • MMT 261 - Advanced Video Editing

    3.00 credits
    Continues video production at an intermediate level and includes creation in multiple genres of short-form videos. While applying storytelling and narrative techniques, students create and produce one-on-one interviews, on-the-street interviews, product demos, how-to videos, YouTube videos, web cam videos, and creative storytelling videos. Production equipment used includes digital cameras, lighting, microphones, backdrops, and apply multiple editing techniques. Prerequisites: MMT 260. Corequisite: MMT 261L.
  
  • MMT 261L - Advanced Video Editing Lab

    1.00 credits
    Laboratory activities relating to MMT 261. Corequisite: MMT 261.
  
  • MMT 271 - Exploring Device-Based Augmented Reality

    3.00 credits
    This course is designed to teach learners how to implement augmented reality using AR software. We will explore how to create AR markers and add content to those markers. The class will be project based with each student assigned a project to complete for the term. This class is aimed at individuals wishing to learn about AR in a practical environment. The learner is expected to be familiar with photography and creating video content. Exposure to the Unity software development environment is helpful but not required.
  
  • MMT 273 - Building Virtual Reality Applications

    3.00 credits
    This course introduces new topics to the augmented reality learner.  We will explore geolocation augmented reality and augmented reality eyewear.  This course will require C# scripting to take full advantage of the topics.  The class will be project based with each student assigned a project to complete for the term.
  
  • MMT 296 - Community Project-Based Learning

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, actvities, or projects in an area of digital media not usually covered in depth in other MMT courses. Offered for 3 credits, based on the student’s accomplishments, and community and project-based opportunity. Instructor permission is required prior to registration.
  
  • MMT 298 - Special Studies: Digital Media Design

    3.00 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.
  
  • MMT 299 - Special Studies: Multimedia

    3.00 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.

Mathematics

  
  • MTH 010 - Basic Math

    4.00 credits
    Whole number and integer arithmetic. Develops skills with mathematical operations using whole numbers, integers, fractions, and decimals. Recommended: If available, students enrolling in this class are strongly encouraged to co-enroll in a section of CGS 010.
  
  • MTH 020 - Prealgebra

    4.00 credits
    This course will cover ratios, rates, proportion, percent, measurement, and introduces the concepts of basic statistics, charts, and graphs. In addition the basic concepts of elementary algebra will be covered. Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: MTH 010 or placement into MTH 020.
  
  • MTH 052 - Math Review for Higher Placement

    1.00 credits
    Students will use computer software to cover material from MTH 010 to MTH 095. This class will meet three hours per week in a computer lab. Class attendance is mandatory. Goals and pace with be set for the individual student by the instructor. Successful completion requires the student to place at least one level higher in the developmental math sequence. This course is graded on a pass (P) / no pass (NP) basis and is not computed in the GPA. Recommended: Recent placement into MTH 010, MTH 020, or MTH 070 with remaining access to MyMathTest placement test.
  
  • MTH 060 - Introductory Algebra I

    4.00 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: MTH 020 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 060 or MTH 070.
  
  • MTH 065 - Introductory Algebra II

    4.00 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: MTH 060 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 070 - Elementary Algebra

    4.00 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: MTH 020 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 070.
  
  • MTH 085 - Applied Math for Technicians

    4.00 credits
    An applied math class for Automotive and Diesel Technology covering the following topics:  Whole number and integer arithmetic, ratios and proportions, percents, measurement, informal geometry, solving linear equations in one variable, application of formulas, and problem solving.  Results will be communicated in oral and written form.  Scientific calculator with fraction capabilities required. Prerequisite: MTH 010 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 020.
  
  • MTH 095 - Intermediate Algebra

    4.00 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: MTH 060 and MTH 065 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 070 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 095.
  
  • MTH 098 - Intro to Quantitative Literacy

    4.00 credits
    The following topics are covered: Integers, order of operations, solving algebraic equations, creating and reading graphs of multiple types, unit conversions, ratios, proportions, and percent, pattern recognition and creation, formula use and manipulation, and measurements of center and variation for data sets. Application problem solving will be included throughout the course. Concepts will be introduced numerically, graphically, and symbolically. Results will be communicated in oral and written form. This is a survey course in mathematics for students in the liberal arts and other non-science majors. Upon successful completion of the course, students may take MTH 105. Prerequisite: MTH 020 or MTH 065 or MTH 070 with a grade of “C” or better or placement.
  
  • MTH 099 - Special Studies: Math

    1.00 credits
    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.
  
  • MTH 104 - Math in Society Plus

    2.00 credits
    This is a math course that provides additional instruction and support for MTH 105 through math and study skills building and through just in time remediation necessary to be successful in MTH 105. Students who place into MTH 105 or higher are not required to take MTH 104, but may still elect to take MTH 104. Students who are taking MTH 105 and place into MTH 10, 20, or 70 should sign up for both MTH 104 and 105. Corequisite: MTH 105.
  
  • MTH 105 - Math in Society

    4.00 credits
    Math in Society is a rigorous mathematics course designed for liberal arts and humanities majors. The course provides a solid foundation in quantitative reasoning, symbolic reasoning, and problem-solving techniques needed to be a productive, contributing citizen in the 21st century. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 098 or placement into MTH 105 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • MTH 105M - Math in Society

    5.00 credits
    An exploration of present-day applications of mathematics focused on developing numeracy. Major topics include quantitative reasoning and problem-solving strategies, probability and statistics, and financial mathematics; these topics are to be weighted approximately equally. This course emphasizes mathematical literacy and communication, relevant everyday applications, and the appropriate use of current technology.  Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 098 or placement into MTH 105 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • MTH 105Z - Math in Society

    4.00 credits
    An exploration of present-day applications of mathematics focused on developing numeracy. Major topics include quantitative reasoning and problem-solving strategies, probability and statistics, and financial mathematics; these topics are to be weighted approximately equally. This course empasizes mathematical literacy and communication, relevant everyday applications, and the appropriate use of current technology. Prerequisites: MTH 065 or MTH 070 or MTH 095 or MTH 098 or placement into MTH 105 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
  
  • MTH 111 - College Algebra

    5.00 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: MTH 095 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.
  
  • MTH 111Z - Precalculus I: Functions

    4.00 credits
    A course primarily designed for students preparing for trigonometry or calulus. This course focuses on functions and their properties, including polynomial, rational exponential, logarithmic, piecewise-defined, and inverse fuctions. These topics will be explored symbolically, numerically, and graphically in real-life applications and interpreted in context. this course emphasizes skill building, problem solving, modeling, reasoning, communication, connections with other disciplines, and the appropriate use of present-day technology. Prerequisite: MTH 095 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.
  
  • MTH 112 - Elementary Functions

    4.00 credits
    The trigonometric ratios and their applications with special emphasis on identities, trigonometric equations, vectors, and complex numbers. Prerequisite: MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 112Z - Precalculus II: Trigonometry

    4.00 credits
    A course primarily designed for students preparing for calculus and related disciplines. This course explores trigonometric functions and their applications as well as the language and measurement of angles, triangles, circles, and vectors. These topics will be explored symbolically, numerically, and graphically in real-life applications and interpreted in context. This course emphasizes skill building, problem solving, modeling, reasoning, communication, connections with other disciplines, and the appropriate use of present-day technology. Prerequisite: MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 130 - CTE Mathematics

    5.00 credits
    MTH 130 is a follow-up course to Intermediate Algebra. The course will include algebraic expressions and solving for singular inequalities, graphing linear inequalities, ratio and proportions, operations on polynomials, solving quadratic equations, perimeter area and volume, theorems on triangle and circles and trigonometry fundamentals and definitions. Prerequisite: MTH 070 with a grade of “C” or better or placement.
  
  • MTH 199 - Special Studies: Math

    3.00 credits
    Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of MTH 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 MTH.
  
  • MTH 211 - Foundations of Elementary Math I

    4.00 credits
    This course is 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: MTH 095 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.
  
  • MTH 212 - Foundations of Elementary Math II

    4.00 credits
    This course is 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 095 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.
  
  • MTH 213 - Foundations of Elementary Math III

    4.00 credits
    This course is for prospective K-8 teachers. Emphasizes informal geometry, transformational geometry, and measurement systems. Prerequisite: MTH 095 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.
  
  • MTH 243 - Statistics I

    4.00 credits
    Covers concepts of elementary probability, frequency distributions and their graphs, probability distributions, descriptive statistics, confidence interval estimation, and interpretation of statistical results. Prerequisite: MTH 095 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 105 with a grade of “C” or better or MTH 111 with a grade of “C” or better or placement into MTH 111.
  
  • MTH 244 - Statistics II

    4.00 credits
    Covers inferential statistics with an emphasis on applications. Topics include estimation of proportions and means for a population, inferences from chi-square distributions, one way and two way analysis of variance (ANOVA), the F distribution, time series analysis, regression and correlation, and hypothesis testing. Working knowledge of Excel required. Prerequisite: MTH 243 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 251 - Calculus I

    4.00 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 of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 252 - Calculus II

    4.00 credits
    Computational techniques for and applications of definite and indefinite integrals. Prerequisite: MTH 251 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 253 - Calculus III

    4.00 credits
    Includes topics and applications in infinite sequences and series (including Taylor series), an introduction to differential equations and modeling, parametric equations and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MTH 252 with a grade of C or better.
  
  • MTH 254 - Vector Calculus

    4.00 credits
    Vectors, differentiation, and integration of vector-valued functions. Partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and their applications. Prerequisite: MTH 252 with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 256 - Differential Equations

    4.00 credits
    First course in ordinary differential equations. Includes first-order differential equations, linear second-order differential equations, and higher-order linear differential equations with applications. Additional topics include Laplace transforms, series solutions of linear differential equations, and systems of differential equations with applications. Prerequisite: : Completion of MTH 252 with a “C” or better.
  
  • MTH 261 - Linear Algebra

    4.00 credits
    The study of vectors and matrices in Euclidean space, their geometric interpretations and application to systems of equations. Includes linear independence of vectors, basis and dimension, introduction to linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization, determinants. Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 252 with a “C” or better (or higher) or placement in MTH 253 or higher.

Music

  
  • MUS 201 - Intro to Music & Its Literature I

    3.00 credits
    Covers the evolution of musical expression, forms, instruments, notation, as well as development of melody, harmony, and rhythm in Western sacred and secular; vocal and instrumental music during the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque eras. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • MUS 206 - History of Rock Music

    3.00 credits
    Examines rock music’s roots and development, its innovators and significant events through a cultural, as well as musical, perspective. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • MUS 206M - History of Rock Music

    5.00 credits
    Examines rock music’s roots and development, its innovators and significant events through a cultural, as well as musical, perspective. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
  
  • 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.

Nursing

  
  • NSG 110 - Foundations of Nursing Practice (didactic)

    7.00 credits
    This course provides students with the foundations of the art and science of nursing. Students are exposed to the curricular concepts and core competencies that define the roles and responsibilities of a nurse. Emphasis is on homeostasis and regulation, comfort, safety, communication, nursing attributes, nursing process, and an introduction to pharmacology. Corequisite: NSG 110C.
  
  • NSG 110C - Foundations of Nursing Practice (application)

    5.00 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 healthcare 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.
  
  • NSG 111 - Health & Illness Concepts I (didactic)

    8.00 credits
    This course introduces the nursing student to the concepts of health and illness across the lifespan: perioperative, infection, fluid and electrolytes, acid/base balance, oxygenation, perfusion, elimination, metabolism, sensory/perception, mobility, cellular regulation, and cognition. 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. Corequisite: NSG 111C.
  
  • 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 or non-complex acute conditions or post-operative
    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.
  
  • 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 community health, family, sexuality, reproduction, health, wellness, illness, development, oxygenation, intracranial regulation, mood, stress and coping, behaviors, immunity, inflammation, grief and loss, and supervising care within scope. Corequisite: NSG 112C.
 

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