ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I

Analyzes, classifies, and records business transactions in a manual and computerized environment.

Emphasis is on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll.

May not be counted toward the associate degree if taken after successful completion of ACCT 2401.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec/lab)

ACCT 2401 Principles of Financial Accounting

This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of financial accounting as prescribed by U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as applied to transactions and events that affect business organizations. Students will examine the procedures and systems to accumulate, analyze, measure, and record financial transactions. Students will use recorded financial information to prepare a balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and statement of shareholders' equity to communicate the business entity's results of operations and financial position to uses of financial information who are external to the company. Students will study the nature of assets, liabilities, and owners' equity while learning to use reported financial information for purposes of making decisions about the company. Students will be exposed to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Prerequisites: ACNT 1303 with a C or better or permission of the director. Students must have passed the TSI Assessment or have credit for MATH 0307.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/2 lab)

BUSI 1301 Business Principles

This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ARTC 1313 Digital Publishing I

Introduces the fundamentals of using digital layout as a primary publishing tool and the basic concepts and terminology associated with typography and page layout.

Students learn to apply fundamentals of page layout, define typographic terminology and specifications, import text and graphics into page layout programs, and the course discusses file formats and file management.

Offered only in spring semester.

Prerequisite: ITSW 1301 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab)

COSC 2336 Programming Fundamentals III

Presents further application of programming techniques, introducing the fundamental concepts of data structures and algorithms.

Topics include recursion, fundamental data structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs), and algorithmic analysis.

Prerequisite: COSC 1337. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

IMED 2315 Web Page Design II

Studies current mark-up languages and layout techniques for creating engaging, well-designed Web pages; identify the target audience and produce websites according to physical and technical limitations, cultural appearance, and legal issues.

Emphasis placed on use of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and XML. Students will work on a website with at least one assigned client from the community.

Offered only in spring semester.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of IMED 1316 or equivalent introductory Web design course with instructor consent; knowledge of CSS and division tags important.

Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab)

IMED 2309 Internet Commerce

Gives an overview of the Internet as a marketing and sales tool with emphasis on developing a prototype for electronic commerce.

Topics include database technology, creating websites in order to collect information, performing online transactions, and generating dynamic content.

Offered only in spring semester.

Prerequisites: COSC 1301 or BCIS 1305 or equivalent intro to computer course with consent of instructor; basic Web design skills suggested.

Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab)

ITSW 1301 Introduction to Word Processing

Presents an overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics.

Students will identify word processing terminology and concepts, create technical documents, format and edit documents, use simple tools and utilities, and print documents. Presents pagination, merging and storage of documents.

Prerequisite: POFT 1393 with a grade of C or better or a keyboarding skill of 30 words a minute using touch method. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab)

ITSW 2337 Advanced Database

Extends understanding of advanced database design and functionality.

Topics include relational database theory, use of advanced capabilities for online collection and distribution of data, analysis of data using advanced database features, and an introduction to structured query language.

Prerequisite: ITSW 1307. Semester Hours 3 (2 lec/2 lab)

ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation

A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an

appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the

creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical contexts.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ARTS 1303 Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th Century)

A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts

of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ARTS 1304 Art History II (14th Century to the Present)

A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts

of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present day.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

DRAM 1310 Introduction to Theater

Survey of all phases of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures, and relation to the fine arts.

Participation in major productions may be required. Applies as a required Humanities or Visual & Performing Arts course for all students.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

DRAM 2361 History of Theater I

Study of the history of the theater from primitive times through

the Renaissance. Required of theatre majors; open to non-theatre majors.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

DRAM 2362 History of Theater II

Study of the history of the theater from the Renaissance through today. Required of theatre majors; open to non-theatre majors.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

HUMA 1315 Fine Arts Appreciation

This course is an exploration of the purposes and processes in the visual and performing arts (such as music, painting, architecture, drama, and dance) and the ways in which they express the values of cultures and human experience. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation

Understanding music through the study of cultural periods, major composers, and musical elements.

Illustrated with audio recordings and live performances.

(Does not apply to a music major degree.) Applies as a required humanities or fine arts course for all students.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MUSI 1308 Music Literature I

Survey of the principal musical forms and cultural periods as illustrated in the literature of major composers. Surveys music literature from Gregorian chant to the early classical period.

Emphasis is on music materials and listening skills through recorded music and scores. Required for music majors and minors.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MUSI 1309 Music Literature II

Survey of the principal musical forms and cultural periods as illustrated in the literature of major composers. Surveys music literature from the classical period to the present.

Emphasis is on music materials and listening skills through recorded music and scores. Required for music majors and minors.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MUSI 1310 American Music

General survey of various styles of music in America. Topics may include jazz, ragtime, folk, rock, and contemporary art music.

Satisfies general humanities elective requirements.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2321 British Literature

A survey of the development of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical, linguistic, and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2322 British Literature I

A survey of the development of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Eighteenth Century.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical, linguistic, and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2323 British Literature II

A survey of the development of British literature from the Romantic period to the present.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2326 American Literature

A survey of American literature from the period of exploration and settlement to the present.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from among a diverse group of authors for what they reflect and reveal about the evolving American experience and character.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2327 American Literature I: Up to the Civil War

A survey of American literature from the period of exploration and settlement through the Civil War.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from among a diverse group of authors for what they reflect and reveal about the evolving American experience and character.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2328 American Literature II: Civil War to the Present

A survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from among a diverse group of authors for what they reflect and reveal about the evolving American experience and character.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2331 World Literature

A survey of world literature from the ancient world to the present.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2332 World Literature I: Up to the 17th Century

A survey of world literature from the ancient world through the 16th century.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2333 World Literature II: 17th Century to the Present

A survey of world literature from the 17th century to the present.

Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts.

Texts will be selected from a diverse group of authors and traditions.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGL 2341 Forms of Literature

The study of one or more literary genres including, but not limited to, poetry, fiction, drama, and film.

Prerequisite: ENGL 1301 or ENGL 2311. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

FREN 2311 Intermediate French I

Review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture.

Prerequisite: FREN 1412, three years of high school French, or consent of instructor or division chair.

Students with three years of high school French are encouraged to see a French instructor prior to enrolling.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

GERM 2311 Intermediate German I

Review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture.

Prerequisite: GERM 1412, three years of high school German, or consent of instructor or division chair.

Students with three years of high school German are encouraged to see a German instructor prior to enrolling.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

HUMA 1301 Introduction to Humanities I

This stand-alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the need to create.

Team taught by faculty from diverse departments as a colloquium (academic seminar led by a different lecturer and on a different topic at each session).

Works may include studies, journals, novels, poems, treatises, graphic novels, films, plays, paintings, musical compositions, etc.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

HUMA 1302 Introduction to Humanities II

This stand-alone course is an interdisciplinary survey of cultures focusing on the philosophical and aesthetic factors in human values with an emphasis on the historical development of the individual and society and the need to create.

Team taught by faculty from diverse departments as a colloquium (academic seminar led by a different lecturer and on a different topic at each session).

Works may include studies, journals, novels, poems, threatises, graphic novel films, plays, paintings, musical compositions, etc.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

PHIL 1301 Introduction to Philosophy

A study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy.

Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality, theories of knowledge, theories of value, and their practical applications.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

PHIL 1304 Introduction to World Religions

A comparative study of world religions, including but not limited to Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Semester hours 3

PHIL 2306 Introduction to Ethics

The systematic evaluation of classical and/or contemporary ethical theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, morals, and standards of value.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

SPAN 2311 Intermediate Spanish I

The consolidation of skills acquired at the introductory level.

Further development of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is on comprehension, appreciation, and interpretation of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.

Prerequisite: SPAN 1412, three years of high school Spanish, or consent of instructor or division chair. Students with three years of high school Spanish are encouraged to see a Spanish instructor prior to enrolling.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

SGNL 2301 Intermediate ASL I

Review and application of conversational skills in American Sign Language and interpreting from signing to voice as well as from voice to signing. Introduction to American Sign Language literature and folklore.

Prerequisite: SGNL 1402 with a grade of C or better or consent of the program director. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1314 College Algebra

In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices.

Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability, and conics may be included. Problem solving with algebraic applications relevant to today's world is emphasized.

Graphing calculator required. Recommended Prerequisite: TSI complete.

Prerequisite: MATH 0311 or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1316 Plane Trigonometry

In-depth study and applications of trigonometry including definitions, identities, inverse functions, solutions of equations, graphing, and solving triangles.

Additional topics such as vectors, polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included. Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite: MATH 1314 or high school precalculus, or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1324 Mathematics for Business & Social Sciences

The application of common algebraic functions, including polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and rational, to problems in business, economics and the social sciences are addressed.

The applications include mathematics of finance, including simple and compound interest and annuities; systems of linear equations; matrices, linear programming; and probability, including expected value.

Demonstrates the application of mathematical concepts to the solution of various business, economics, management, and other real-world problems.

(The content level of MATH 1324 is expected to be at or above the level of MATH 1314 College Algebra).

Prerequisite: MATH 0311 or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1325 Calculus for Business & Social Sciences

This course is the basic study of limits and continuity, differentiation, optimization and graphing, and integration of elementary functions, with emphasis on applications in business, economics and social sciences.

This course is not a substitute for MATH 2413, Calculus I.

Presents the study of limits and their applications in differential and integral calculus, emphasizing both conceptual and applied mathematics. Topics may include optimization of functions, curve sketching, exponential and logarithmic functions, definite and indefinite integrals, differential equations, partial derivatives, and Lagrange multipliers.

(The content level of MATH 1325 is expected to be below the content level of MATH 2413 Calculus I).

Prerequisite: MATH 1324 or equivalent or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1332 Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning)

Intended for Non STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) majors. Topics include introductory treatments of sets and logic, financial mathematics, probability and statistics with appropriate applications. Number sense, proportional reasoning, estimation, technology, and communication should be embedded throughout the course. Additional topics may be covered. Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite: TSI math complete or MATH 0308 or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods

Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Use of appropriate technology is recommended.

Provides a study of statistical description of frequency distributions; sampling; elementary principles of probability distributions, both binomial and normal; estimation of parameters; tests of hypotheses; linear regression and correlation; independence of variables by Chi Square analysis; and an introduction to a statistics software package.

Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite: TSI math complete or MATH 0308 or completion of college-level math course or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1350 Fundamentals of Mathematics I

This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the conceptual development of the following:

sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the various number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite: MATH 1314/1414 College Algebra or the equivalent or consent of division chair.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1351 Fundamentals of Mathematics II

This course is intended to build or reinforce a foundation in fundamental mathematics concepts and skills. It includes the concepts of geometry, measurement, probability, and statistics with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. Prerequisite: MATH 1314/1414 College Algebra

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 1442 Elementary Statistical Methods

Collection, analysis, presentation and interpretation of data, and probability. Analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. The course will include application problems and projects using real world data. Use of appropriate technology is recommended.

Prerequisites: MATH 1442 or consent of the division chair. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/2 lab)

MATH 2305 Discrete Mathematics

A course designed to prepare math, computer science, and engineering majors for a background in abstraction, notation, and critical thinking for the mathematics most directly related to computer science.

Topics include: logic, relations, functions, basic set theory, countability and counting arguments, proof techniques, mathematical induction, combinatorics, discrete probability, recursion, sequence and recurrence, elementary number theory, graph theory, and mathematical proof techniques.

Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 2318 Linear Algebra

Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra.

Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvector; and applications in science and engineering.

Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2414 or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 2320 Differential Equations

Ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, and boundary value problems; application of differential equations to real-world problems.

Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2415 or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

MATH 2412 Pre-Calculus Mathematics

In-depth combined study of algebra, trigonometry, and other topics for calculus readiness. Prerequisite: MATH 1314 or passing grade on non-credit equivalency exam for MATH 1314 or credit in high school precalculus or consent of division chair.

Semester Hours 4 (4 lec)

MATH 2413 Calculus I

Limits and continuity; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas.

Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite: MATH 2412 Pre-Calculus Mathematics or both MATH 1314 AND MATH 1316 or consent of division chair.

Semester Hours 4 (4 lec)

MATH 2414 Calculus II

Differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals.

Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of C or better or consent of division chair.

Semester Hours 4 (4 lec)

MATH 2415 Calculus III

Advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green's Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes' Theorem.

Graphing calculator required.

Prerequisite: MATH 2414 with a grade of C or better or consent of division chair. Semester Hours 4 (4 lec)

BIOL 1406 Biology for Science Majors I

Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification.

Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 1407 Biology for Science Majors II

The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes.

Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals.

Prerequisite: BIOL 1406. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors I

Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 1411 General Botany

Fundamental biological concepts relevant to plant physiology, life cycle, growth and development, structure and function, and cellular and molecular metabolism.

Includes the role of plants in the environment, evolution, and phylogeny of major plant groups, algae, and fungi.

This course is intended for science majors.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 1413 General Zoology

Fundamental biological concepts relevant to animals, including systematics, evolution, structure and function, cellular and molecular metabolism, reproduction, development, diversity, phylogeny, and ecology.

This course is intended for science majors.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I

Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems:

integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 2402 Anatomy & Physiology II

Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems:

endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 with a grade of C or better.

Semester Hours 4(3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 2404 Anatomy & Physiology (specialized)

Study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems.

Content may be either integrated or specialized.

This course is designed to introduce the integrative processes within cells, tissues, organs and body systems associated with human anatomy and physiology. Lecture in combination with laboratory exercises will be utilized to provide a basis for anatomical and physiological processes.

This knowledge base will provide a background for selected programs in health careers.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

BIOL 2420 Microbiology for Non-Science Majors

This course covers basic microbiology and immunology and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms and acellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health. Prerequisite: BIOL 1406, 1408, 1409, 2401 or 2404 with a grade of C or better.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

CHEM 1405 Introductory Chemistry I

Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry.

Designed for allied health students and for students who are not science majors.

Introduces basic laws, theories, concepts, use of the metric system, atomic structure and matter, nuclear chemistry, periodic table, chemical bonding, solution chemistry, behavior of gases, and environmental chemistry.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

CHEM 1407 Introductory Chemistry II

Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry.

Designed for allied health students and for students who are not science majors.

Intoduces organic chemistry, biochemistry, an overview of metabolism and some special topics.

Prerequisite: High school chemistry or CHEM 1405. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I

Fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering; topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases, and an introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry.

Includes basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1411, as well as an introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

Prerequisite: MATH 1314 or equivalent. High school chemistry is strongly recommended.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II

Chemical equilibrium, phase diagrams and spectrometry, acid-base concepts, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.

Includes basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1412, as well as an introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, chemical instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

Prerequisite: CHEM 1411 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/4 lab)

ENVR 1101 Environmental Science I (lab)

This laboratory-based course accompanies ENVR 1301 Environmental Science (lecture). Activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze environmental data.

Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in ENVR 1301. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab)

ENVR 1301 Environmental Science I (lecture)

A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth.

Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENVR 1102 Environmental Science II (lab)

General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment.

Lab exercises relate scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment.

Includes research projects related to the historical development of current environmental practices and concerns. May include other research projects dealing with current or potential environmental concerns.

Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in ENVR 1302. Semester Hour 1 (3 lab)

ENVR 1302 Environmental Science II - Lecture

General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENVR 1401 Environmental Science I (lecture + lab)

A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth.

Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources.

The laboratory activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze environmental data.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

ENVR 1402 Environmental Science II

General interest course requiring a minimum of previous science background and relating scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment.

Lab exercises relate scientific knowledge to problems involving energy and the environment. Includes research projects related to the historical development of current environmental practices and concerns.

May include other research projects dealing with current or potential environmental concerns.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

GEOL 1101 Earth Sciences I for Non-Science Majors (lab)

This laboratory-based course accompanies GEOL 1301 Earth Sciences I. Activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze data in geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.

Prerequisite: GEOL 1301. Semester Hours 1 (3 lab)

GEOL 1301 Earth Sciences I for Non-Science Majors (lecture)

Survey of geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

GEOL 1401 Earth Sciences I for Non-Sciences Majors (lecture + lab)

Survey of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. The lab activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze data in geology, meteorology, oceanography and astronomy.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

GEOL 1403 Physical Geology (lecture + lab)

Introduction to the study of the materials and processes that have modified and shaped the surface and interior of Earth over time. These processes are described by theories based on experimental data and geologic data gathered from field observations.

Laboratory activities will cover methods used to collect and analyze earth science data.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

GEOL 1404 Historical Geology (lecture + lab)

A comprehensive survey of the history of life and major events in the physical development of Earth as interpreted from rocks and fossils.

Laboratory activities will introduce methods used by scientists to interpret the history of life and major events in the physical development of earth from rocks and fossils.

Prerequisite: GEOL 1303 or 1403. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 1401 College Physics I

Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of classical mechanics and thermodynamics, including harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, physical systems, Newton's Laws of Motion, and gravitation and other fundamental forces; with emphasis on problem solving.

Prerequisite: MATH 1316, 2412 or 2413 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 1402 College Physics II

Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electrostatics, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, optics, and modern physics topics; with emphasis on problem solving.

Prerequisite: PHYS 1401. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 1403 Stars and Galaxies

Study of stars, galaxies, and the universe outside our solar system. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 1404 Solar System

Study of the sun and its solar system, including its origin. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 1405 Elementary Physics I

Conceptual level survey of topics in physics intended for liberal arts and other non-science majors.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 1407 Elementary Physics II

Conceptual level survey of topics in physics intended for liberal arts and other non-science majors.

Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 2425 University Physics I

Fundamental principles of physics using calculus for science, computer science, and engineering majors; the principles and applications of classical mechanics, including harmonic motion, physical systems and thermodynamics; and emphasis on problem solving.

Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

PHYS 2426 University Physics II

Principles of physics using calculus for science, computer science, and engineering majors, involving the principles of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, and optics.

Prerequisites: PHYS 2425 and MATH 2414 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 4 (3 lec/3 lab)

ANTH 2351 Cultural Anthropology

The study of human cultures. Topics may include social

organization, institutions, diversity, interactions between human groups, and ethics in the discipline.

Prerequisite: Must have passed the reading portion of the TSI Assessment or have credit for INRW 0402.

Semester Hours 3 (3 Lec)

CRIJ 1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice

History, philosophy, and ethical considerations of criminal justice; the nature and impact of crime; and an overview of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement and court procedures.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ECON 2301 Principles of Macroeconomics

An analysis of the economy as a whole including measurement and determination of aggregate demand and aggregate supply, national income, inflation, and unemployment.

Other topics include international trade, economic growth, business cycles, fiscal policy and monetary policy.

Prerequisite: Must have passed the TSI Assessment or be concurrently enrolled in READ 0302.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ECON 2302 Principles of Microeconomics

Analysis of the behavior of individual economic agents, including consumer behavior and demand, producer behavior and supply, price and output decisions by firms under various market structures, factor markets, market failures, and international trade.

Prerequisite: Must have passed the TSI Assessment or be concurrently enrolled in READ 0302.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

ENGR 2308 Engineering Economics

Methods used for determining the comparative financial desirability of engineering alternatives. Provides the student with the basic tools required to analyze engineering alternatives in terms of their worth and cost, an essential element of engineering practice.

The student is introduced to the concept of the time value of money and the methodology of basic engineering economy techniques.

The course will address some aspects of sustainability and will provide the student with the background to enable them to pass the Engineering Economy portion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.

Prerequisite: MATH 2413 with a grade of C or better. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

PSYC 2301 General Psychology

General Psychology is a survey of the major psychological topics, theories and approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

NOTE: Must have passed the reading portion of the TSI Assessment or have credit for INRW 0402. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

SOCI 1301 Introduction to Sociology

The scientific study of human society, including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other.

Causes of social stability and social change are explored through the application of various theoretical perspectives, key concepts, and related research methods of sociology.

Analysis of social issues in their institutional context may include topics such as social stratification, gender, race/ethnicity, and deviance.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

SOCI 1306 Social Problems

Application of sociological principles and theoretical perspectives to major social problems in contemporary society such as inequality, crime and violence, substance abuse, environmental issues, deviance, or family problems.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

SOCI 2326 Social Psychology

Study of individual behavior within the social environment.

May include topics such as the socio-psychological process, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations, and group processes.

Cross-listed as PSYC 2319. NOTE: Credit will not be given for both PSYC 2319 and SOCI 2326.

Prerequisite: PSYC 2301 or SOCI 1301. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)

SOCW 2361 Introduction to Social Work

Development of the philosophy and practice of social work in the United States, survey of the fields and techniques of social work.

In addition to knowledge area, students are introduced to the "real" world through a required 30-hour community service experience. They are placed in diverse local social agencies and learn about problems, clients, agencies, and programs. Semester Hours 3 (3 lec)