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Course Descriptions


The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours:  (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:

  • The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
  • The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
  • The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.

Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.

 
  
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    ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting


    Prerequisites: Meet TSI college-readiness standard for Mathematics; or equivalent.

    Corequisites: Recommended: MATH 1324   



    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320  
    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 users 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).
     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0301.51 04


  
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    ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial Accounting


    Prerequisites: ACCT 2301 

     

    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of managerial accounting appropriate for all organizations. Students will study information from the entity’s accounting system relevant to decisions made by internal managers, as distinguished from information relevant to users who are external to the company. The emphasis is on the identification and assignment of product costs, operational budgeting and planning, cost control, and management decision making. Topics include product costing methodologies, cost behavior, operational and capital budgeting, and performance evaluation.
     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0301.51 04



  
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    ANTH 2301 - Physical Anthropology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Students will study humanity from a biological perspective. The course will examine the following topics: the human skeleton and forensic methods, human genetics, a survey of world primates, and the fossil evidence of human evolution.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0301.51 25



  
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    ANTH 2302 - Archaeology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Introduction to methods, theories, and techniques used by archaeologists to reconstruct prehistoric and historic cultures. It will examine case studies from various archaeological sites around the world. Activities may include hands-on instruction on excavation techniques, various artifact analyses, mapping procedures, and field trips to local archaeological sites.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0301.51 25



  
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    ANTH 2346 - General Anthropology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major subfields of anthropology: physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0201.51 25


  
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    ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Key concepts, methods and theory in the study of cultural diversity, social institutions, linguistics, and culture change among world peoples.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0201.53 25



  
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    ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305 

    Presents an introduction to the exploration of purposes and processes in the visual arts including evaluation of selected works.

    This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0703.51 26



  
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    ARTS 1303 - Art History Survey (Pre 1300)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Examination of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other arts from prehistoric to 14th century.

    This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0703.52 26



  
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    ARTS 1304 - Art History Survey (Post 1300)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Examination of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other arts from Renaissance to present time.

    This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0703.52 26



  
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    ARTS 1311 - Design I (2-Dimensional)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Elements and principles of art using two-dimensional concepts.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 50.0401.53 26


  
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    ARTS 1312 - Design II (3-Dimensional)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Elements and principles of art using three-dimensional concepts.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 50.0401.53 26


  
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    ARTS 1316 - Drawing I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Investigation of drawing media and techniques including descriptive and expressive possibilities.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 50.0705.52 26


  
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    ARTS 1317 - Drawing II


    Prerequisites: ARTS 1316  

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Investigation of drawing media and techniques including descriptive and expressive possibilities.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 50.0705.52 26


  
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    ARTS 2316 - Painting I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Exploration of ideas using painting media and techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0708.52 26


  
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    ARTS 2317 - Painting II


    Prerequisites: ARTS 2316 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Continued exploration of ideas using painting media and techniques.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0708.52 26


  
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    ARTS 2341 - Art Metals I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Exploration of ideas using basic techniques in jewelry and metal construction.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0713.51 26


  
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    ARTS 2342 - Art Metals II


    Prerequisites: ARTS 2341 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Continued exploration of ideas using basic techniques in jewelry and metal construction.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0713.51 26


  
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    ARTS 2346 - Ceramics I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Exploration of ideas using basic ceramic processes.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0711.51 26


  
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    ARTS 2347 - Ceramics II


    Prerequisites: ARTS 2346 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Continued exploration of ideas using basic ceramic processes.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0711.51 26


  
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    ARTS 2348 - Digital Art I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Studio art courses that explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0402.52 26


  
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    ARTS 2349 - Digital Art II


    Prerequisites: ARTS 2348 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Studio art courses that continue to explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0402.52 26


  
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    ARTS 2356 - Photography I (fine arts emphasis)


    Cross-Listed With: COMM 1318 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the basics of photography. Includes camera operation, techniques, knowledge of chemistry, and presentation skills. Emphasis on design, history, and contemporary trends as a means of developing an understanding of photographic aesthetics. (Cross-listed, with journalism emphasis, as COMM 1318 )

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0605.51 26


  
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    ARTS 2357 - Photography II (fine arts emphasis)


    Cross-Listed With: COMM 1319 

    Prerequisites: ARTS 2356  or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Extends students’ knowledge of technique and guides them in developing personal outlooks toward specific applications of the photographic process.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-3)

    CIP: 50.0605.52 26


  
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    BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications


    Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment. The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 11.0202.54.04


  
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    BIOL 1108 - Biology for Non-Science Majors Laboratory I (lab)


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1308  or concurrent enrollment

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03


  
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    BIOL 1109 - Biology for Non-Science Majors Laboratory II (lab)


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1108 ; BIOL 1309  or concurrent enrollment

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03


  
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    BIOL 1308 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I (Lecture)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    This course includes a study of fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of physiology, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are also included.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03



  
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    BIOL 1309 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II (Lecture)


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1308  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, ecology, and the scientific method are included. Note: This course has no laboratory portion associated with it. This course is designed for students who do not intend to major in science or education.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03



  
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    BIOL 1322 - Nutrition


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1405  or (CHEM 1305  and CHEM 1105 ) or higher, all with a grade of C or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Study of the chemical, physical, and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet applications.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0501.51 09



  
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    BIOL 1323 - Consumer Nutrition (for Non-science Majors)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    This course is a survey course for non-science majors. Topics of current interest including weight control, food labeling, diet in relation to health and physical fitness, and age- and health related nutritional needs are studied.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0501.51



  
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    BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    This course is suitable for science majors and those students intending to pursue careers in health and allied fields. Topics include the nature, history and philosophy of science, basic chemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and classification of living organisms.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03



  
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    BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1406  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Topics include the anatomy and physiology of plants and animals as well as principles of ecology.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03



  
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    BIOL 1408 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03



  
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    BIOL 1409 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1408  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are included.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0101.51 03



  
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    BIOL 2306 - Environmental Biology (Lecture)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    This course is a study of human interrelationships and their interdependence with the environment. Studies will include the impact of human activities on the environment and their effect on natural and human resources. This course includes an evaluation of present and future strategies to preserve a healthy environment.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 03.0103.51 01



  
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    BIOL 2401 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Recommendation: Students should take CHEM 1405  prior to enrollment in this class. Students study the structure and function of cells, tissues and body systems with emphasis on the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems including the special senses.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0707.51 03



  
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    BIOL 2402 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2401  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Students study the structure and function of the endocrine, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, genitourinary, and reproductive systems. Human growth, development and genetics are also included.

     

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 26.0707.51 03



  
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    BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology (Lecture & Lab)


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    This course includes a study of basic environmental relationships between human, plant and animal communities including life cycles and identification.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 03.0103.51 01



  
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    BIOL 2416 - Genetics


    Prerequisites: (CHEM 1411  or CHEM 1412  or [CHEM 2223  and CHEM 2323 ] or [CHEM 2225  and CHEM 2325 ]) AND (BIOL 1406  or BIOL 1407  or BIOL 1411  or BIOL 1413  or BIOL 2401  or BIOL 2402  or BIOL 2421 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    Study of the principles of molecular and classical genetics and the function and transmission of hereditary material. May include population genetics and genetic engineering.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 26.0804.51 03


  
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    BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health


    Prerequisites: (CHEM 1305  and CHEM 1105 ) or (CHEM 1405  or higher) with a grade of "C" or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    This course includes a study of the microbiology and pathology vital to the paramedical health profession, upon which infectious diseases and their prevention and nursing care depend. Special emphasis is placed on disease etiology, epidemiology and host-parasite interactions.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 26.0503.51 03



  
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    BIOL 2421 - Microbiology for Science Majors


    Prerequisites: Any two:(CHEM 1411  or CHEM 1412  or [CHEM 2223  and CHEM 2323 ] or [CHEM 2225  and CHEM 2325 ]); AND any two: (BIOL 1406  or BIOL 1407  or BIOL 1411  or BIOL 1413  or BIOL 2401  or BIOL 2402  or BIOL 2416 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    Study of the morphology, physiology, taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a survey of food microbes, public health, medical microbiology and immunology.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 26.0503.51 03


  
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    BUSI 1301 - Business Principles


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the role of business in modern society. Includes overview of business operations, analysis of the specialized fields within the business organization, and development of a business vocabulary.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0101.51 04


  
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    CHEM 1305 - Introductory Chemistry Lecture I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Introduction to elementary inorganic chemistry and is suitable for non-science majors and students pursuing degrees in allied health and nursing. If the student’s degree plan requires a laboratory course, the student should also take CHEM 1105 .

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03



  
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    CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310  
    Introduction to elementary inorganic chemistry and is suitable for non-science majors and some students pursuing degrees in nursing. A laboratory is included that emphasizes inorganic chemistry.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.51 03



  
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    CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I


    Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    This course covers the fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry: general chemical principles, fundamental laws and theories, including but not limited to modern atomic theory, chemical bonding, states of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry and gas laws. The course content provides a foundation for work in advanced chemistry and related sciences, and as such is aimed at science majors. This course is math-intensive (MI). The prospective student needs to have a good working knowledge of the use of scientific notation, including use of calculator, exponential and logarithmic functions, significant figures, dimensional analysis, and solving simple linear equations.

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03



  
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    CHEM 1412 - General Chemistry II


    Prerequisites: Credit for CHEM 1411  or (CHEM 1311  and CHEM 1111 ) with a grade of “C” or better.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0320 
    This course is a continuation of CHEM 1411  including kinetics, molecular and ionic equilibria, elementary thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and other topics. CHEM 1412 is equivalent to a combination of CHEM 1312  and CHEM 1112 .

    This course fulfills the Life and Physical Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Teamwork.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 40.0501.52 03



  
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    CHIN 1411 - Elementary Chinese I


    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0301.51 13


  
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    CHIN 1412 - Elementary Chinese II


    Prerequisites: CHIN 1411  or departmental approval

    Introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required. This is a continuation of CHIN 1411 

    Semester Hours: (4-4-1)

    CIP: 16.0301.51 13


  
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    COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communications


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Survey of the media by which entertainment and information messages are delivered. Includes an overview of the traditional mass media: their functions, structures, supports, and influences.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.51 06



  
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    COMM 1316 - News Photography I


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course presents the problems and practices of photography for newspapers, magazines and the World Wide Web. It includes basic instruction on digital cameras and digital imaging with emphasis on the principles and techniques of producing news photographs for the print and online versions of the student newspaper and magazine. This class provides training under deadline pressure in a variety of basic news photography situations.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-2)

    CIP: 09.0401.55 06


  
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    COMM 1317 - News Photography II


    Prerequisites: COMM 1316 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course focuses on problems and practices of photography for newspapers and news Web sites. It includes instruction on digital camera and related equipment operations with emphasis on specialized topics in photojournalism, such as sports, on location lighting, photo stories and essays, photo illustrations as well as basic visual and audio multimedia production. This class provides training under deadline pressure in a variety of basic news photography situations and requires publication of work in student publications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-2)

    CIP: 09.0401.55 06


  
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    COMM 1318 - Photography I (first semester, journalism emphasis)


    Cross-Listed With: ARTS 2356  (fine arts emphasis)

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305 

    Introduction to the basics of photography. May include film and digital camera operation, techniques, knowledge of chemistry, and presentation skills. Emphasis on design, history, and contemporary trends as a means of developing an understanding of photographic aesthetics.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1/3)

    CIP: 50.0605.51 26


  
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    COMM 1319 - Photography II (second semester, journalism emphasis)


    Cross-Listed With: ARTS 2357  (fine arts emphasis)

    Prerequisites: COMM 1318  or equivalent

    Extends students’ knowledge of technique and guides them in developing personal outlooks toward specific applications of the photographic process.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1/3)

    CIP: 50.0605.52 26


  
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    COMM 2300 - Media Literacy


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 

    Criticism and analysis of the function, role, and responsibility of the mass media in modern society from the consumer perspective. Includes the ethical problems and issues facing each media format, with the effect of political, economic, and cultural factors on the operation of the media.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0102.53 06


  
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    COMM 2327 - Introduction to Advertising


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307  OR MUSB 1305 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Fundamentals of advertising including marketing theory and strategy, copy writing, design, selection of media and analysis.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0903.51 06


  
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    COMM 2330 - Introduction to Public Relations


    Prerequisites: COMM 1307 

    Exploration of the history and development of public relations. Presentation of the theory behind and process of public relations, including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of PR campaigns.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 09.0902.51 06


  
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    COSC 1301 - Introduction to Computing


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    Overview of computer systems-hardware, operating systems, and microcomputer application software, including the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and databases. Current issues such as the effect of computers on society, and the history and use of computers in business, educational, and other modern settings are also studied. This course is not intended to count toward a student’s major field of study in business or computer science.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 11.0101.52 07


  
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    COSC 1315 - Fundamentals of Programming


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420  

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310  
    Introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, using a current programming language. Emphasis is on the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes coverage of language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and disks/files. The design of classes and objects, assignments, decisions and iterations are emphasized using an object-oriented language. (Formerly known as COSC 1315 Intro to Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 1)

    CIP: 11.0201.52 07


  
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    COSC 1336 - Programming Fundamentals I


    Cross-Listed With: ITSE 1302 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0310 
    Introduction the fundamental concepts of structured programming. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.55 07


  
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    COSC 1337 - Programming Fundamentals II


    Prerequisites: COSC 1315  or COSC 1336 

    Review of control structures and data types with emphasis on structured data types. Applies the object-oriented programming paradigm, focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the fundamentals of object-oriented design. Includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.56 07


  
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    COSC 2325 - Computer Organization and Machine Language


    Prerequisites: COSC 1336 

    Basic computer organization; machine cycle, digital representation of data and instructions; assembly language programming, assembler, loader, macros, subroutines, and program linkages. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.54 07


  
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    COSC 2336 - Programming Fundamentals III


    Cross-Listed With: ITSE 2345 

    Prerequisites: COSC 1337 /COSC 1437  or ITSE 2357 

    Further applications 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. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 11.0201.57 07


  
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    COSC 2436 - Programming Fundamentals III


    Cross-Listed With: ITSE 2345 

    Prerequisites: COSC 1337  /COSC 1437  or ITSE 2357 

    Further applications of programming techniques, introducing the fundamental concepts of data structures andalgorithms. Topics include recursion, fundamental data structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees, and graphs), and algorithmic analysis. 

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 11.0201.57 07


  
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    CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes.
     

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

     

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.51 24



  
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    CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0101.54 24


  
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    CRIJ 1307 - Crime in America


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    American crime problems in historical perspective, social and public policy factors affecting crime, impact and crime trends, social characteristics of specific crimes, and prevention of crime.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0401.52 25


  
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    CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0101.53 24


  
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    CRIJ 1313 - Juvenile Justice System


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301  be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.52 24


  
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    CRIJ 2301 - Community Resources in Corrections


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Introduction to the role of the community in corrections; community programs for adults and juveniles, administration of community programs; legal issues; and future trends in community treatment. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301  be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.53 24


  
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    CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems and Practices


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; constitutional issues; and current and future issues.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.54 24


  
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    CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301  be taken prior to enrolling in this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.55 24


  
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    CRIJ 2323 - Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Police authority; responsibilities; constitutional constraints; laws of arrest, search, and seizure; police liability. It is recommended that CRIJ 1301  be taken prior to taking this course.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.56 24


  
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    CRIJ 2328 - Police Systems and Practices


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    This course examines the establishment, role and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 43.0104.57 24


  
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    DANC 1128 - Ballroom I


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 1162 

    Introduction to American social ballroom dancing. Basics in waltz, foxtrot, rumba, cha cha, tango, and swing will be presented. Emphasis is placed on footwork, lead/follow, timing/rhythm, styling and the blending of movements. Same course as KINE 1162 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 1129 - Ballroom II


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 2162 

    Prerequisites: DANC 1128  or KINE 1162  or instructor permission

    This course expands on skills and knowledge acquired in DANC 1128 . Topics may vary by semester. Same course as KINE 2162 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 1141 - Ballet I


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 1160 

    This course develops physical proficiency in the performance of basic ballet vocabulary while promoting an understanding of the principles, practices, and vocabulary common to ballet. Same course as KINE 1160 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 1142 - Ballet II


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 2160 

    Prerequisites: DANC 1141  or KINE 1160  or instructor permission

    This course expands on the skills and knowledge acquired in DANC 1141 . Same course as KINE 2160 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 1145 - Modern Dance I


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 1169 

    This course introduces students to the fundamentals of dance techniques, coordination of body parts, rhythm, and expressive qualities of movement. Same course as KINE 1169 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 1146 - Modern Dance II


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 2169 

    Prerequisites: DANC 1145  or KINE 1169  or instructor permission

    This course expands on the skills and knowledge acquired in DANC 1145 . Same course as KINE 2169 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 1148 - Jazz Dance II


    Cross-Listed With: KINE 2168 

    Prerequisites: DANC 1147  or KINE 1168  or instructor permission

    This course expands on the skills and knowledge acquired in DANC 1147 . Emphasis will be placed on technical progress. Increasingly challenging choreography will be set in class. Same course as KINE 2168 

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

    CIP: 50.0301.52 26


  
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    DANC 2112 - Dance Practicum III


    Prerequisites: DANC 1213  or instructor permission

    This course expands on skills and knowledge gained in Dance Practicum II.

    Semester Hours: (1-2-1)

    CIP: 50.0301.53 26


  
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    DRAM 1120 - Theatre Practicum I


    This course is a practicum in scene construction, lighting, sound, costuming, stage properties, acting, and general theatre practices. All drama majors should enroll in the practicum course each semester for a maximum of four semester hours.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-1/6)

    CIP: 50.0506.53 26


  
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    DRAM 1121 - Theatre Practicum II


    This course is a practicum in scene construction, lighting, sound, costuming, stage properties, acting, and general theatre practices. All drama majors should enroll in the practicum course each semester for a maximum of four semester hours.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-1/6)

    CIP: 50.0506.53 26


  
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    DRAM 1310 - Introduction to Theatre - Theatre Appreciation


    This is a course designed to provide a survey of the main fields of theatre activity thus providing a background for the appreciation and enjoyment of live theatre through an understanding of the elements of play analysis, acting, directing, technical theatre and the collaborative nature of live theatre.

    This course fulfills the Creative Arts foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0501.51 26



  
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    DRAM 1330 - Stagecraft I


    This course is an introduction to the major areas of design and technology. A hands-on approach to stagecraft with a focus on the elements of design. Participation on technical crews for theatre productions may be required.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0502.51 26


  
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    DRAM 1351 - Acting I


    This course focuses on the development of basic skills and techniques of acting including increased sensory awareness, greater self confidence, stage movement, character and script analysis, and improvisation.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0506.51 26


  
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    DRAM 1352 - Acting II


    Prerequisites: DRAM 1351 

    This course is a continuation of DRAM 1351  with special emphasis on the exploration and development of techniques for the creation of a character through the preparation and presentation of scenes and monologues.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 50.0506.51 26


  
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    ECON 1301 - Introduction to Economics


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    A survey of microeconomic and macroeconomic principles for non-business majors. Microeconomic topics will include supply and demand, consumer behavior, price and output decisions by firms under various market structures, factor markets, market failures, international trade, and exchange rates. Macroeconomic topics will include national income, unemployment, inflation, business cycles, aggregate supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, and economic growth.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0402.52 09



  
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    ECON 1303 - Consumer Economics


    This course studies consumer problems of the individual and of the family in the American economy. Areas of study may include money and credit management, saving and personal investment, estate planning, wills, buying food and clothing, home ownership or rental, transportation, insurance, taxes, and consumer protection.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 19.0402.52 09


  
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    ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    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, and fiscal policy and monetary policy.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 45.0601.51 25



  
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    ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    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.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

    CIP: 45.0601.51 25



  
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    ECON 2311 - Economic Geography and Global Issues


    Cross-Listed With: GEOG 2312 

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    This course examines the history and theory of international trade and global economic development. Economic, social, cultural, and political issues which impact the global economy and basic human welfare are studied. This course is cross-listed as GEOG 2312 . The student may register for either Econ. 2311 or GEOG 2312  but may receive credit for only one of the two courses.

    This course fulfills the Social and Behavioral Sciences foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Empirical Quantitative Skills, and Social Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 45.0701.52 25



  
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    EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0305 

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0305 
    A study of the 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation, 2) factors that impact learning, and 3) application of learning strategies.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 42.0301.51 25


  
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    EDUC 1301 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that: 1) provides active recruitment and institutional support of students interested in a teaching career, especially in high need fields; 2) provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations at all levels of P-12 schools with varied and diverse student populations; 3) provides students with support from college and school faculty, preferably in small cohort groups, for the purpose of introduction to and analysis of the culture of schooling and classrooms; 4) course content should be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards; and 5) course must include a minimum of 16 contact hours of field experience in P-12 classrooms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 13.0101.51 09


  
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    EDUC 1325 - Principles and Practices of Multicultural Education


    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An examination of cultural diversity found in society and reflected in the classroom. Topics include the study of major cultures and their influence on lifestyle, behavior, learning, intercultural communication and teaching, as well as psychosocial stressors encountered by diverse cultural groups.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 13.0101.52 09


  
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    EDUC 2301 - Special Populations


    Prerequisites: EDUC 1301  with a grade of C or better, or equivalent

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that: 1) provides an overview of schooling and classrooms from the perspectives of language, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic and academic diversity, and equity with an emphasis on factors that facilitate learning; 2) provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations of P-12 special populations; 3) course content should be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards; 4) course must include a minimum of 16 contact hours of field experience in P-12 classrooms with special populations

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 13.1001.51 09


  
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    ENGL 0300 - Basic English I


    Prerequisites: Placement: Scores based on entrance exam

    Emphasizes effective sentences. For students who need to improve their basic skills in grammatical usage, functions of words and sentence structure. This course cannot be substituted for any part of the regular courses. A student in English 0300 must receive a grade of C or better before being permitted to take ENGL 0301 .

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 32.0108.53 12


  
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    ENGL 0301 - Basic English II


    Prerequisites: Appropriate placement score or ENGL 0300  with a grade of “C” or better.

    Development of fundamental writing skills such as idea generation, organization, style, utilization of standard English, and revision.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 32.0108.53 12


  
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    ENGL 1301 - Composition I


    Prerequisites: Demonstrate College Readiness through appropriate placement scores and/or completion of developmental sequence in English and/or Reading.

    Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420 

    Intensive study of and practice in writing processes, from invention and researching to drafting, revising, and editing, both individually and collaboratively. Emphasis on effective rhetorical choices, including audience, purpose, arrangement, and style. Focus on writing the academic essay as a vehicle for learning, communicating, and critical analysis.

    This course fulfills the Communication foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.0401.51 12



  
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    ENGL 1302 - Composition II


    Prerequisites: Students must earn a “C” or better in ENGL 1301  or its equivalent.

    Intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and persuasive texts. Emphasis on effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research methods; critical reading of verbal, visual, and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions.

    This course fulfills the Communication foundational component area of the core and addresses the following required objectives: Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 23.0401.51 12



 

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