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Payroll, Sales and Property Taxes (ACC105) 3 Credits

Tax reporting for payroll, sales, and personal property. Prerequisites: None.

Accounting Principles I (ACC111) 3 Credits

Fundamental theory of accounting principles and procedures. Prerequisites: None.

Computerized Accounting (ACC115) 3 Credits

Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and mastery of an accounting information systems including the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll. Prerequisites: None.

Financial Accounting (ACC211) 3 Credits

Introduction to theory and practice in the preparation and interpretation of general purpose financial statements. Prerequisites: None.

Managerial Accounting (ACC212) 3 Credits

Development and analysis of accounting information for managerial planning and control. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in (ACC111 and ACC112), or ACC211, and (CIS105 or permission of Department or Division).

Instrument Procedures (AET217) 3 Credits

Advanced instrument pilot ground school course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument pilot rating and Instrument rating written examinations. Includes Federal Aviation Regulations, instrument approach procedures, and instrument en route considerations. Requires passing written exam similar to the Instrument pilot rating and Instrument rating written exams. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET110 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AET210 and AET207.

Composites (AIT124) 3 Credits

Basic composite materials, construction, and repair. Manufacturing methods and equipment. Assessment and repair of composite structures using vacuum bagging and other approved procedures. Corrosion control, electrical bonding, materials substitutions, machining of composite components, mold fabrication. Hot bond repair of composite components including complex shapes and varied materials. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Criminal Justice (AJS101) 3 Credits

An introduction to crime and society's responses to it. Examines the nature and causes of crime, the criminal law, constitutional safeguards, and the organization and operation of the criminal justice system including the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies. Covers the history of the criminal justice system, terminology and career opportunities. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Ethics and the Administration of Justice (AJS123) 3 Credits

Introduces and explores ethical issues and the justice system. Focuses on ethics and the law, the police, courts and corrections. Reviews ethical theory, concepts and practices as they relate to administration of justice. Explores issues of how media/social media shape ethics. Encourages critical thinking and value decision making in criminal justice system situations. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

Fundamentals Of Aircraft Wood Structures, Covering And Finishing, And Bonded Structures (AMT220) 3 Credits

Theories and techniques of aircraft wood structures. Inspection, test and repair of aircraft fabric and wood structures. Aircraft structural design and methods of working with selected materials. Characteristics of composites, inspections and repairs. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Atmosphere Control, Fire Detection, Ice and Rain Protection Systems (AMT222) 4 Credits

Operation and maintenance of aircraft auxiliary systems. Inspection, servicing, troubleshooting and repair of environmental control, ice and rain control, fire protection and warning systems. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Aircraft Sheet Metal (AMT224) 5 Credits

Inspection, fabrication, and repair techniques of aircraft structural and nonstructural components. Sheet metal heat-treating techniques. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Aircraft Landing Gear, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Fuel, Position And Warning Systems (AMT226) 7 Credits

Identification, inspection, repair, and troubleshooting techniques of aircraft landing gear, hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, and position and warning system components. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Aircraft Electrical Systems, Instruments, Fuel Indicating, Communication And Navigation Systems (AMT228) 7 Credits

Proper operation, inspection, servicing and troubleshooting of DC(Direct Current) and AC(Alternating Current) sources, systems, and components. Mechanical and electrical sensing and information display systems. Fuel indicator system inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting. Transmitter and receiver fundamentals. Avionics installation, inspection and testing. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Airframe Assembly, Inspection And Welding (AMT230) 6 Credits

Aircraft assembly and rigging. Flight control balancing and rigging. Airframe inspection techniques, reporting procedures, and aircraft jacking. Welding techniques, theory, and materials identification. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Aircraft Reciprocating Engines (AMT264) 7 Credits

Historical development and application of reciprocating engines, theory, design, and operations. Techniques used in troubleshooting, overhaul, inspection, and repair of opposed and radial engines. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Engine Fuel Systems, Fuel Metering and Induction System (AMT266) 6 Credits

Inspection, servicing, troubleshooting, overhaul, and repair of aircraft fuel systems and components, fuel metering devices, injection systems, turbochargers, and superchargers. Induction system principles of operation and design. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Propeller Systems and Engine Inspections (AMT272) 4 Credits

Historical development, operation, disassembly, inspection, repair, and maintenance of propellers. Reciprocating and turbine engine inspection and documentation. Prerequisites: Admission to the program.

Introduction to Art (ARH100) 3 Credits

Understanding and enjoyment of art and visual culture through study of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art, design elements, media and processes, and cultural contexts. Emphasis on contemporary topics and cultural diversity in the arts. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

Prehistoric Through Gothic Art (ARH101) 3 Credits

History of art from prehistoric through medieval period. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: H, HU

Renaissance Through Contemporary Art (ARH102) 3 Credits

History of art from around the world from the Renaissance through contemporary period. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: H, HU

Introduction to Digital Arts (ART100) 1 Credit

Foundation course in digital arts and design, with emphasis in the production of art using the computer.
Prerequisites: None.

Penciling for Sequential Art (ART119) 3 Credits

Development of observational skills as they apply to sequential art. Emphasis on techniques that showcase how characters interact with their environment and manipulate props and cartooning anatomy. Includes techniques on composing page layouts, adapting scripts and reference gathering. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART100 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to Digital Photography (ART142) 3 Credits

Fundamentals of digital photography. Includes camera operations, exposure techniques, introduction to digital output, and theory of digital photography. Prerequisites: None. Note: Digital camera required.

Intermediate Digital Photography (ART143) 3 Credits

Intermediate theory and techniques of digital photography. Aesthetic awareness and personal expression from image capture through intermediate techniques in the digital darkroom. Introduction to high-resolution digital output. Note: Semi-adjustable, high-resolution digital camera is required. Prerequisites:A grade of C or better in ART142 or permission of Instructor.

Ceramics I (ART161) 3 Credits

Introduction to ceramic materials and techniques of hand construction, decorating, glazing and throwing on potters' wheel. Prerequisites: None.

Ceramics II (ART162) 3 Credits

Major emphasis on wheel throwing, glaze making and decorating techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART161.

Studio Art: Ceramics (ART290GC) 3 Credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290GC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART162 or permission of Instructor.

American Sign Language I (ASL101) 4 Credits

Introduction of principles, methods, and techniques for communicating with deaf people who sign. Development of expressive and receptive sign skills, manual alphabet, numbers, and sign vocabulary. Overview of syntax, grammar, and culture related to American Sign Language (A.S.L.).
Prerequisites: None. ASL103 suggested as a corequisite but not required.

American Sign Language II (ASL102) 4 Credits

Continued development of knowledge and language skills for communicating with deaf people who sign. Includes numbers, fingerspelling, and culture. Emphasis on enhancement of receptive sign skills and continued development of expressive sign skills. Application of rudimentary, syntactical, and grammatical structure stressed with continued development of sign vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology (BIO160) 4 Credits

Principles of scientific method. Structural organization, homeostasis and control mechanisms of the body. Specific chemistry concepts. Structure and function of the major systems of the body. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SQ

General Biology (Majors) I (BIO181) 4 Credits

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

General Education Designations: SQ

Human Anatomy and Physiology I (BIO201) 4 Credits

Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or one year of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.

General Education Designations: SG

Computer Usage and Applications (BPC110) 3 Credits

Introduction to business and personal computer operations and usage. Software applications for analyzing and solving business problems including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: CS

Chicana and Chicano Studies (CCS101) 3 Credits

Introduction to the wealth and diversity of Chicana and Chicano Studies research from a variety of disciplinary perspectives through the use of a series of historical and social scientific studies, novels, testimonies, and films. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: C, HU

Chemistry and Society (CHM107) 3 Credits

A survey of chemistry and its impact on the environment. Completion of CHM107LL required to meet the Natural Science requirement. Prerequisites: None. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM107LL

General Education Designations: SQ

Chemistry and Society Laboratory (CHM107LL) 1 Credit

Laboratory experience in support of CHM107. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM107 Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM107.

General Education Designations: SQ

Fundamental Chemistry (CHM130) 3 Credits

A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry. Designed to meet needs of students in such diverse areas as agriculture, nursing, home economics, physical education and water technology. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM130LL Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM100, or MAT090, or MAT091, or MAT092, or higher level mathematics course, or satisfactory math placement) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement)], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.

General Education Designations: SQ

Fundamental Chemistry with Lab (CHM130AA) 4 Credits

A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry. Designed to meet needs of students in such diverse areas as agriculture, nursing, home economics, physical education and water technology. Note: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM130 and CHM130LL, or CHM130AA. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM100, or MAT090, or MAT091, or MAT092, or higher level mathematics course, or satisfactory math placement) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement)], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.

General Education Designations: SQ

Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory (CHM130LL) 1 Credit

Laboratory experience in support of CHM130. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM130 Prerequisites or Corequisites: A grade of "C" or better in CHM130.

General Education Designations: SQ

General Chemistry I (CHM151) 3 Credits

Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM151LL. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN#: CHM 1151. Completion of all prerequisites within the last two years is recommended. Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 and CHM151LL, or CHM151 and CHM151LL, or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM130 and CHM130LL), or CHM130AA, or one year of high school chemistry taken within the last five years] and (a grade of C or better in MAT151 or higher level mathematics course, or satisfactory placement), or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.

General Education Designations: SQ

General Chemistry I Laboratory (CHM151LL) 1 Credit

Laboratory experience in support of CHM150 or CHM151. Note: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 and CHM151LL, or CHM151 and CHM151LL, or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA. General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM150 or CHM151 Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CHM150 or CHM151 or Corequisites: CHM150 or CHM151

General Education Designations: SQ

Introduction to Social Media (CIS103) 3 Credits

Identify and explain social media and Web 2.0 technologies for personal, academic, professional, and business applications. Create and maintain accounts on various sites to socialize, write, and share multimedia, while understanding the related ethics, privacy and security issues. Prerequisites: None. Note: Students must be 13 years or older to enroll in CIS103 as students are required to create social media accounts for course participation.

Survey of Computer Information Systems (CIS105) 3 Credits

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: CS

Ethics in Information Technology (CIS111) 3 Credits

Ethical issues that arise as a result of increasing use of computers, and the responsibilities of those who work with computers, either as computer science professionals or end users. Critical inquiry and review of ethical challenges in information technology business, including professional and corporate responsibility, government regulation, fiduciary responsibilities of information, infringement of intellectual property, security risk assessment, Internet crime, identity theft, employee surveillance, privacy, compliance, social networking, and the ethics of IT corporations. Prerequisites: None.

Excel Spreadsheet (CIS114DE) 3 Credits

Computer spreadsheet skills for solving business problems using Excel, including calculations, forecasting, projections, macro programming, database searching, extraction, linking, statistics, and matrix manipulation. Production of graphs and reports. Project design using multiple, integrated spreadsheets. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Adobe Premiere (CIS120DA) 3 Credits

Foundations of video import, export, and editing. Includes parts and function of a video camera, preproduction and production, incorporating photographs, titles, graphics, animation and audio, capturing, editing, rendering and outputting digital video. Prepares students for the Adobe Certifications related to Adobe Premiere. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Adobe Photoshop (CIS120DF) 3 Credits

Focuses on entry-level skills and knowledge for digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop. Prepares students for the Adobe Certifications related to Photoshop.
Prerequisites: None.

Content Management Systems: WordPress (CIS136) 3 Credits

Overview of WordPress Content Management System. Includes hands-on design and creation of web pages and blogs for the World Wide Web. Designed to cover best practices for web site/blog creation. Prerequisites: None.

Java Programming: Level I (CIS163AA) 3 Credits

Introduction to Java programming. Includes features needed to construct Java Applets, Java Applications, control structures, methods, arrays, character and string manipulation, graphics, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: CS

Public Speaking (COM225) 3 Credits

Designed to enhance the student's ability to present public speeches confidently and competently. Also designed to improve information literacy and critical thinking skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: L

Introduction to Multiculturalism (CPD160) 3 Credits

Examination of the multiple cultures and subcultures within the contemporary United States. Personal exploration of awareness and appreciation of multiculturalism. Activities for experiencing diverse cultural perspectives. Critical thinking skills for recognizing, analyzing, and mediating cultural and psychological factors impacting conflict and accord between diverse cultures through written and oral discourse. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: C, L

College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (CRE101) 3 Credits

Develop and apply critical thinking skills through critically reading varied and challenging materials. Includes analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and synthesis through at least two substantial writing and/or speaking tasks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: L

Introduction to Writing Fiction (CRW170) 3 Credits

Practice in writing fiction through a process of prewriting (invention and discovery), writing, analysis and evaluation (in workshop), and revision; practice in manipulating various elements and forms of fiction. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required.

Introduction to Computer Science (Java) (CSC110AA) 3 Credits

Concepts of problem-solving, structured and object-oriented programming in Java, fundamental algorithms and techniques and computer system concepts. Social and ethical responsibilities. Intended for Computer Science and Computer Systems Engineering majors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT120, or MAT121, or MAT122, or MAT126.

General Education Designations: CS

Programming for Computer Engineering (CSC220) 3 Credits

Introduction to procedural programming (C/C++) and hardware description language (VHDL). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CSC/EEE120 and CSC205), or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.

Introduction to Different Programming Languages (CSC240) 3 Credits

Introduction to procedural (C/C++), applicative (LISP), and declarative (Prolog) languages. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in
CSC205 or permission of Instructor.

Ballet I (DAN131) 1 Credit

Introduction to the theory and practice of ballet at the beginning level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Prerequisites: None. Note: DAN131 may be repeated for credit.

Modern Dance I (DAN132) 1 Credit

Introduction to the theory and practice of modern dance at the beginning level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Prerequisites: None. Note: DAN132 may be repeated for credit.

Ballet II (DAN134) 1 Credit

Theory and practice of ballet at the advanced beginning level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Note: DAN134 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN131 or permission of Instructor.

Modern Dance II (DAN135) 1 Credit

Theory and practice of modern dance at the advanced beginning level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Note: DAN135 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN132 or permission of Instructor.

Ballet III (DAN231) 1 Credit

Theory and practice of ballet at the beginning intermediate level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Note: DAN231 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN134 or permission of Instructor.

Modern Dance III (DAN232) 1 Credit

Theory and practice of modern dance at the beginning intermediate level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Note: DAN232 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN135 or permission of Instructor.

Ballet IV (DAN234) 1 Credit

Theory and practice of ballet at the intermediate level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Note: DAN234 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN231 or permission of Instructor.

Modern Dance IV (DAN235) 1 Credit

Theory and practice of modern dance at the intermediate level. Development of movement quality and performance skills. Note: DAN235 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAN232 or permission of Instructor.

MATLAB Programming (ECE105) 1 Credit

Use MATLAB to solve engineering problems. An overview of programming, including matrices, structures, strings, functions, control flow, file management, data analysis, graphing capabilities, and mathematical calculations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152 or MAT155 or MAT156) and MAT182] or MAT187 or higher level mathematics course or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.

Macroeconomic Principles (ECN211) 3 Credits

A descriptive analysis of the structure and functioning of the American economy. Emphasis on basic economic institutions and factors that determine national income and employment levels. Consideration given to the macroeconomic topics of national income, unemployment, inflation and monetary and fiscal policies. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Teaching and Learning in the Community College (EDU250) 3 Credits

The history, functions, organization and current issues in the community/junior college with emphasis on the Arizona community colleges. Includes focus on the design and practice of effective community college teaching and learning with special emphasis on the Maricopa County Community College District. Prerequisites: None.

Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers (EMT101) 0.5 Credits

Designed to provide the allied healthcare provider with the knowledge and skills to perform Basic Life Support (BLS) according to current guidelines for emergency cardiovascular care (ECC). Prerequisites: None. Note: EMT101 may be repeated for credit.

Emergency Medical Technology (EMT104) 10 Credits

Designed as the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) lecture to prepare students for scope of practice and standard of care with comprehensive assessment, diagnostic technology, patient advocacy, ethical and professional behaviors, critical thinking, decision-making, and patient management of medical and trauma emergencies and non-emergencies. Note: Students must meet National Registry of EMT requirements for certification. Additional information available at nremt.org EMT104 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Appropriate score on Reading placement test to demonstrate minimum tenth grade level reading, or completion of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution.

Applied Practical Studies for Emergency Medical Technology (EMT104AB) 0.5 Credits

Simulation of actual emergency responses, with practical application of techniques and skills covered in EMT curricula. Scenario based learning applied to the techniques of emergency medical care in accordance with national and state curriculum. Practical application of anatomy, physiology, patient assessment, and treatment of medically or traumatically compromised patients, special hazards and medical operations. Also includes patient-assisted medication administration, semi-automatic external defibrillator and blood glucose monitoring. Students operate in outside, scenario based environments. Note: EMT/FSC104AB may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: EMT104.

Emergency Medical Technology Practicum (EMT104LL) 2 Credits

Designed as the simulated Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) practicum in which the student synthesizes standard of care and scope of practice with comprehensive assessment and diagnostic technology, patient advocacy, ethical and professional behaviors, critical thinking, decision-making, and patient management of medical and trauma emergencies. Provides scenario based learning applied to the techniques of emergency medical care in accordance with national and state curriculum. Note: EMT104LL may be repeated for credit. Students must meet National Registry of EMT requirements for certification. Additional information available at nremt.org Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in EMT104 or permission of Instructor or Corequisites: EMT104.

First-Year Composition (ENG101) 3 Credits

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effective college-level writing strategies through four or more writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Appropriate writing placement test score, or a grade of C or better in ENG091 or ESL097 or WAC101, or a grade of B or better in ALT100, or (a grade of C in ALT100 AND Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL OR WAC101 OR ENG100A+).

General Education Designations: FYC

First-Year Composition (ENG102) 3 Credits

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101.

General Education Designations: FYC

Technical and Professional Writing (ENG111) 3 Credits

Covers analyzing, planning, organizing, researching, and writing correspondence, reports, and presentations for specific work-related audiences. Includes integrating data and graphics into work-related documents and presentations. Prerequisites: ENG101 with a grade of C, or better, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: L

Literature and Film (ENH254) 3 Credits

Presents works of literature and their film versions and analyzes distinguishing techniques of each medium. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: HU, L

Introduction to Exercise Science (EXS101) 3 Credits

Introductory course that will provide the student with a general overview of the key theories and concepts, professions, and research areas associated with the field of Exercise Science. Educational pathways and career options will also be examined.
Prerequisites: None.

Practical Applications of Personal Training Skills and Techniques Internship (EXS239AA) 1 Credit

A capstone experience in a fitness or health related facility. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Note: CPR certification must be current through the duration of the internship. EXS239AA may be repeated for a maximum of six (6) credits. Prerequisites: Completion of a grade of C or better in nine (9) credits of EXS courses, approved by the Department Chair and/or Director, current CPR and AED card, and permission of Department or Division.

Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice (EXS290) 3 Credits

Introduction to best practices in the acquisition, analysis, synthesis, and potential application of research in the discipline of exercise science. Specific emphasis on the application of research-based evidence for applied problem solving in exercise science. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113 or satisfactory District reading placement) and (MAT090, or MAT091, or MAT092, or satisfactory District math placement) and (ENG101 or ENG107)] or permission of Instructor. EXS101 recommended.

General Education Designations: L

Introductory Nutrition (FON100) 3 Credits

Introduction to the science of food and human nutrition. Current sustainable dietary recommendations and applications for maximizing well-being and minimizing risk of chronic disease throughout the life cycle. An overview of the nutrients, emphasizing the importance of energy and fluid balance, and optimal functioning of the digestive system. Understanding factors that influence food intake in different cultures. Methods for evaluating credibility of nutrition claims, a focus on modern food safety and technology practices, and a worldview of nutrition are included. Emphasis is on personal dietary behavior change for a holistic life of wellness. Prerequisites: None.

Principles of Human Nutrition (FON241) 3 Credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes micro and macro nutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with: FON241LL

General Education Designations: SG

Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory (FON241LL) 1 Credit

Self-evaluative laboratory experience to complement FON241, Principles of Human Nutrition using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, dietary analysis, and ecological/economical assessments. Includes the use of qualitative and quantitative methodology to determine nutritional status and evaluate methodological applications. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with: FON241 Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.

General Education Designations: SG

Workplace Communication Skills (GBS120) 3 Credits

Reviews planning, organization, development, and evaluation of written and oral communication in business settings, including informative and persuasive messages. Prerequisites: None.

Personal and Family Financial Security (GBS132) 3 Credits

Principles and practices of personal and family financial planning, includes savings, budgeting, credit, buying versus renting, and general principles of consumerism. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Business (GBS151) 3 Credits

Characteristics and activities of current local, national, and international business. An overview of economics, marketing, management and finance. Prerequisites: None.

Quantitative Methods in Business (GBS220) 3 Credits

Business applications of quantitative optimization methods in operations management decisions. Prerequisites: (A grade of C or better in MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152) or satisfactory District math placement.

Business Statistics (GBS221) 3 Credits

Business applications of descriptive and inferential statistics, measurement of relationships, and statistical process management. Includes the use of spreadsheet software for business statistical analysis. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in GBS220 or MAT217 or MAT218.

General Education Designations: CS

Business Communication (GBS233) 3 Credits

Internal and external business communications, including verbal and nonverbal techniques. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107 with grade of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division.

General Education Designations: L

Introduction to Geology I - Physical (GLG101IN) 4 Credits

Introduction to Earth's materials, surface and internal geologic processes, plate tectonics and geologic time. Includes practical experience in rock and mineral identification, topographic maps, and applied problems in geology. Prerequisites: None. Note: Enrollment in both a GLG101IN lecture section and a GLG101IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG101 and GLG103 or GLG101IN.

General Education Designations: SQ

Geological Disasters and the Environment (GLG110IN) 4 Credits

Acquaints students with the use and importance of geological studies as they apply to the interactions between people and the Earth. Includes geological processes and hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, floods and landslides. Examines environmental impact and use of mineral and energy resources. Prerequisites: None. Note: Enrollment in both a GLG110IN lecture section and a GLG110IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG110 and GLG111 or GLG110IN.

General Education Designations: G, SQ

Introduction to Physical Geography (GPH113) 4 Credits

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes and ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves and wind, topographic maps. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SQ

Healthful Living (HES100) 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

World History 1500 to the Present (HIS111) 3 Credits

Survey of the economic, social, cultural, and political elements of world history from 1500 to the present. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, H, HU

Introduction to Holocaust Studies (HUM245) 3 Credits

Introduction to essential information about the Holocaust. Provides theological, social and political background to establish contexts of anti-Semitism, especially in 19th and 20th centuries, with particular attention to National Socialist ideologies. Ghetto and camp life, including resistance, are explored. Emphasis is on texts of the Holocaust, including historical documents, participant testimonies, fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry, much of which involves theological and moral debate. Includes analysis of supplementary visual material and some performing arts.
Prerequisites: None. CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by appropriate reading placement recommended but not required.

General Education Designations: HU

Algebraic Structures (MAT055) 1 Credit

Emphasis on meanings related to variable, equality, inequality, equivalence. The use of additive and multiplicative reasoning in solving linear equations and inequalities in one variable. Validation of solution(s) through a reasonable mathematical defense. Transfer and apply knowledge through a process of sense making and reasonableness in mathematical problems and practical application situations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in each of the following courses: (MAT051, MAT052, and MAT053), or a grade of C or better for MAT08+, or an appropriate district placement.

Functions I (MAT056) 1 Credit

Recognize patterns and organize data to represent situations where output is related to input. Understand the concept of function and be able to represent functions in multiple ways, including tables, algebraic rules, graphs and contextual situations, and make connections among these representations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in each of the following courses: (MAT051, MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), OR a grade of C or better in (MAT055 and MAT08+), OR an appropriate district placement.

Functions II (MAT057) 1 Credit

Read, represent, and interpret linear function relationships numerically, analytically, graphically and verbally and connect the different representations. Model and solve real world problems involving constant rate of change. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in each of the following courses: (MAT051, MAT052, MAT053, MAT055, and MAT056), OR a grade of C or better in (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT08+), OR an appropriate district placement.

Intermediate Algebra (MAT121) 4 Credits

Analysis of rational, radical, quadratic and exponential equations, functions and applications; graphs of radical, quadratic and exponential functions; operations on polynomial, rational, and radical expressions. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT120, OR MAT121, OR MAT122 OR MAT126. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in each of the following courses: (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), OR a grade of C or better in MAT09+, OR an appropriate district placement.

College Mathematics (MAT142) 3 Credits

Working knowledge of college-level mathematics and its applications to real-life problems. Emphasis on understanding mathematical concepts and their applications. Topics include proportional reasoning, modeling, finance, probability, and statistics. Note: MAT142 students may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT140, MAT141, MAT142, MAT145, or MAT146. Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+.

General Education Designations: MA

Plane Trigonometry (MAT182) 3 Credits

A study of measures of angles, properties of graphs of trigonometric functions, fundamental identities, addition and half-angle formulas, inverse trigonometric functions, solutions of trigonometric equations, complex numbers and properties of triangle solution. May receive credit for only one of the following: MAT182 or MAT187. Note: General Education Designation: Mathematics - [MA] in combination with: MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152 or MAT155 or MAT156. MAT182 students may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT182 or MAT187. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT15+, OR an appropriate district placement. Corequisites: MAT15+.

General Education Designations: MA

Precalculus (MAT187) 5 Credits

A precalculus course combining topics from college algebra and trigonometry. Preparation for analytic geometry and calculus. Note: Strongly recommended that students have some knowledge of trigonometry. The combination of MAT15+ and MAT182 is equivalent to taking MAT187. Therefore, students should either take MAT15+ AND MAT182 OR just MAT187. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: The combination of MAT15+ and MAT182 OR just MAT187. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in MAT12+, OR an appropriate district placement.

General Education Designations: MA

Elements of Statistics (MAT206) 3 Credits

Basic concepts and applications of statistics, including data description, estimation and hypothesis tests. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair.

General Education Designations: CS

Mathematical Analysis for Business (MAT217) 3 Credits

An introduction to the mathematics required for the study of business. Includes multivariable optimization, Lagrange multipliers, linear programming, linear algebra, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT217 or MAT218. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT212, or MAT213, or MAT220, or MAT221.

Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (MAT221) 4 Credits

Limits, continuity, differential and integral calculus of functions of one variable. Note: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT220 or MAT221. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (MAT182 and MAT15+), or MAT187, or an appropriate District placement.

General Education Designations: MA

Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (MAT231) 4 Credits

Techniques of integration for both proper and improper integrals with applications to the physical and social sciences, elements of analytic geometry, and the analysis of sequences and series. Note: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT230 or MAT231. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT220, or MAT221, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: MA

Calculus with Analytic Geometry III (MAT241) 4 Credits

Multivariate calculus including vectors, vector- valued functions, partial differentiation, multiple integration and an introduction to vector fields. Note: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: MAT240 or MAT241. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in MAT230 or MAT231.

General Education Designations: MA

Modern Differential Equations (MAT276) 4 Credits

Introduces differential equations, theoretical and practical solution techniques with applications. Problem-solving using MATLAB. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT230 or MAT231 or permission of Department/Division Chair.

General Education Designations: MA

Techniques of Supervision (MGT101) 3 Credits

Overview of the foundations of supervision and how to get things done within an organization through other people. The functions of planning, organizing, staffing, motivating and controlling presented. Prerequisites: None.

Business Organization and Management (MGT175) 3 Credits

Covers basic principles of managing quality and performance in organizations. Covers management functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Emphasizes continual improvement, ethics, and social responsibility. Prerequisites: None.

Human Relations in Business (MGT251) 3 Credits

Analysis of motivation, leadership, communications, and other human factors. Cultural differences that may create conflict and affect morale individually and within organizations. Prerequisites: None. MGT101 or MGT175 or MGT229 suggested, but not required.

Introduction to Public Relations (MKT101) 3 Credits

Emphasizes public relations techniques used both within and outside the business organization, including operation of a PR counseling firm. Prerequisites: None.

Marketing and Social Networking (MKT110) 3 Credits

Theory and practice in the use of social media in marketing. Topics may include a history of social media, preparation for social marketing, the power of collective influence, and how to engage with social media. Reviews social mediums, social networks, platforms and other marketing tools used to create a social media campaigns. Prerequisites: None.

Principles of Marketing (MKT271) 3 Credits

An analysis of the marketing process and environment with regard to the product, pricing, distribution, and communication in order to satisfy buyer needs. Prerequisites: None.

Marketing Internship (MKT280AB) 2 Credits

Marketing work experience in a business or industry. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

Compendium for Mortuary Science (MSP211) 2 Credits

Analysis of daily tasks performed by funeral service personnel. Capstone experience based on all previous course work. Prerequisites: Admission to the Mortuary Science program.

Private Instruction: Clarinet (MUP101BK) 1 Credit

Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four-course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. Prerequisites: None. Note: MUP101BK may be repeated for credit.

Class Piano I (MUP131) 1 Credit

Development of beginning piano techniques and the fundamentals of music including basic hand position, music-reading skills of melodic and harmonic material, major scales, transposition, and harmonizations including the I, IV, V7 chords. Prerequisites: None.

Class Piano II (MUP132) 1 Credit

Continuation of Piano I with emphasis on elementary piano techniques including major and minor scales, transposition, improvisation, and sight reading. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP131 or permission of Instructor.

Chamber Music Ensembles (MUP181) 1 Credit

Practical and performance experience in instrumental, vocal, and mixed ensembles. Prerequisites: None. Note: MUP181 may be repeated for credit.

Jazz Combo (MUP183) 1 Credit

Jazz Combo participation provides an opportunity for students to develop improvisational skills in a variety of styles from historical and contemporary jazz practice, while offering a creative outlet for composers and arrangers.
Prerequisites: None. Note: MUP183 may be repeated for credit.

Class Piano III (MUP231) 1 Credit

Development of intermediate piano techniques including selected solo literature, transposition of harmonic patterns, and secondary dominants. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP132 or permission of Instructor.

Class Piano IV (MUP232) 1 Credit

Continuation of Piano III including modulation techniques, improvisation of piano accompaniments, advanced chromatic harmony, and sight reading of advanced literature. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP231 or permission of Instructor.

Fitness For Life (PED101FL) 1 Credit

Learn the basics of designing and implementing a personalized fitness program to meet your needs in the areas of Cardiovascular Fitness, Weight Control, Muscular Strength and Flexibility. Prerequisites: None. Note: PED101FL may be repeated for credit.

Stretch and Relaxation (PED101SR) 1 Credit

A mat-based stretching class with guided meditation. Stretching increases flexibility and relieves stress, promoting an overall sense of well being. Prerequisites: None. Note: PED101SR may be repeated for credit.

Introduction to Physics (PHY101) 4 Credits

A survey of physics emphasizing applications of physics to modern life. Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following: PHY101 or PHY101AA. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT090, or higher level mathematics course, or eligibility for MAT120 or higher as indicated by appropriate placement.

General Education Designations: SQ

American National Government (POS110) 3 Credits

Study of the historical backgrounds, governing principles, and institutions, of the national government of the United States. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

World Politics (POS120) 3 Credits

Introduction to the principles and issues relating to the study of international relations. Evaluation of the political, economic, national, and transnational rationale for international interactions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, SB

Introduction to Psychology (PSY101) 3 Credits

To acquaint the student with basic principles, methods and fields of psychology such as learning, memory, emotion, perception, physiological, developmental, intelligence, social and abnormal. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Psychology and Culture (PSY132) 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, G, SB

Introduction to Statistics (PSY230) 3 Credits

An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors. Prerequisites: (A grade of C or better in PSY101 and MAT092 or higher MAT course) or (a grade of C or better in PSY101 and eligibility for MAT112 or higher as indicated by appropriate mathematics placement test score) or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: CS

Abnormal Psychology (PSY266) 3 Credits

Distinguishes between normal behavior and psychological disorders. Subjects may include stress disorders, problems with anxiety and depression, unusual and abnormal sexual behavior, schizophrenia and addictive behaviors. Causes and treatments of psychological problems and disorders are discussed. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: SB

World Religions (REL100) 3 Credits

The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, HU