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ACC105: Payroll, Sales and Property Taxes – 3 credits

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

ACC111: Accounting Principles I – 3 credits

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

ACC112: Accounting Principles II – 3 credits

Continuation of the fundamental theory of accounting principles and procedures, including interpretation of general purpose financial statements. Prerequisites: ACC111 with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division.

ACC115: Computerized Accounting – 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.

ACC121: Individual Tax Preparation – 3 credits

Theory and practice of accounting for individual taxation. Prerequisites: None.

ACC211: Financial Accounting – 3 credits

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

SUN# ACC2201

ACC212: Managerial Accounting – 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).

SUN# ACC2202

ACC219: Intermediate Accounting I – 3 credits

Continuation of the theory and practice of financial accounting, applicable to assets, liabilities, equity related problems of income determination and financial reporting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC212 or ACC240 or permission of Department or Division.

AET110: Private Pilot Flight – 1 credit

Flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot Certificate practical examination. Includes preflight preparation and planning, ground operations, airport operations, departures, navigation, basic instrument flight, night flight, slow flight, ground reference maneuvers, emergency operations, and arrivals. Approximately 50 hours airplane flight experience at student's expense required. Requires passing check ride similar to the FAA Private Pilot check ride. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: AET107.

AET203: Basic Airplane Systems – 3 credits

Beginning commercial pilot ground course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificate and Commercial written examination. Discussions will include, but not be limited to reciprocating engines, engine systems, airplane systems, altitude systems, and commercial regulations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AET207, AET217, and AET210) or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AET222.

AET207: Attitude Instruments and Navigation – 3 credits

Beginning instrument pilot ground course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument Pilot Rating and Instrument Rating written examinations. Includes preflight preparation, flight instruments, basic attitude instrument flying, radio navigation systems, and technically advanced aircraft systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET110 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AET210, AET217, and AET220.

AET208: Aviation Safety – 3 credits

Introduction to aviation safety, including aviation safety programs, risk management, pilot psychology, physiology, human factors, and accident review and investigation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET107, or permission of Instructor.

AET210: Commercial Flight Lab I – 1 credit

Initial flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot practical examination. Emphasis on instrument and technically advanced aircraft operations. Student must fly approximately 10 hours at own expense. Requires passing operational stage checks similar to the FAA check rides. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET110 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AET207, AET217, and AET220.

AET213: Aerodynamics and Performance – 3 credits

Advanced commercial pilot ground course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificate and Commercial written examinations. Includes discussion of aerodynamic factors including lift, weight, drag, and thrust. Discussions will include, but are not limited to aerodynamics, performance, safe and efficient airplane operations, airplane stability and control, stalls, and spins. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET207, AET217, and AET210. Corequisites: AET221.

AET217: Instrument Procedures – 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: AET207, AET210, and AET220.

AET220: Instrument Flight Lab – 1 credit

Flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Instrument rating practical examination. Emphasis on instrument operations. Student must fly approximately 40 hours at own expense. Requires passing of stage checks similar to the FAA check ride. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET110 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AET207, AET210, and AET217.

AET221: Commercial Flight Lab II – 1 credit

Intermediate flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot practical examination. Emphasis on commercial and solo cross-country flight operations. Student must fly approximately 45 hours at their own expense. Maneuvers and procedures during dual instruction are designed to be performed with flight instructor guidance. Requires passing commercial pilot stage checks similar to the FAA check ride. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET207 and AET210 or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: AET213.

AET222: Commercial Flight Lab III – 1 credit

Advanced flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot practical examination. Emphasis on commercial operations. Student must fly approximately 45 hours at their own expense. Maneuvers and procedures are designed to be performed with little flight instructor guidance. Requires commercial pilot stage checks similar to the FAA check ride. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET221 and AET213. Corequisites: AET203.

AET227: Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane, Single Engine Land Ground School – 5 credits

Ground school in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified Flight Instructor and Fundamentals of Instruction written examinations. Includes fundamentals of instruction, aerodynamics, airplane performance, systems, operations, weight and balance, weather, federal regulations, navigation, maneuvers, pilot physiology, ethics, and aeronautical decision making. Requires passing written exams similar to the FAA Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane, and Fundamentals of Instruction written exams. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET240 or FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating. Corequisites: AET230.

AET229: Crew Resource Management – 3 credits

Crew communications, teamwork, leadership, "followership," decision-making, and situational awareness; also the benefits of diversity, and the role diversity plays in the modern aerospace industry. Emphasis on utilization of all available resources in order to conduct a safe and efficient flight. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET217, or permission of instructor.

AET230: Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane, Single Engine Land Flight Lab – 1 credit

Flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane practical examination. Emphasis on demonstration and analysis of flight maneuvers. Includes preflight, ground operations, airport operations, takeoffs, climbs, flight fundamentals, stalls, spins, slow flight, basic instrument operations, performance maneuvers, ground reference maneuvers, emergency operations, approaches, landings, and postflight procedures. Requires approximately 25 hours of flight that includes high performance operations at student's expense. Also requires passing check ride similar to the FAA Certified Flight Instructor check ride. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET240 or FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating. Corequisites: AET227.

AET237: Multiengine Airplane Pilot Ground School – 2 credits

Aeronautical knowledge necessary to meet requirements for a multi-engine airplane rating including orientation, aerodynamics, airplane systems, airplane performance, flight planning, and emergency procedures. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET220 or FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating Corequisites: AET240.

AET239: Commercial Flight Lab IV – 1 credit

Final flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot practical examination. Emphasis on commercial operations. Student must fly approximately 20 hours at their own expense. Maneuvers and procedures are designed to be performed without flight instructor guidance. Requires passing commercial pilot stage check similar to the FAA check ride. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AET203 and AET222), or permission of Instructor.

AET240: Multiengine Airplane Pilot Flight Lab – 1 credit

Flight course in preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Multi-engine Airplane practical examination. Approximately 18 hours of flight experience at the student`s expense and passing check ride similar to the FAA Multi-engine check ride are required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AET239 or FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single Engine Land and Instrument rating. Corequisites: AET237.

AFR203: African-American History to 1865 – 3 credits

History and cultural heritage of African-Americans from ancestral origins in Ancient Africa through the experience of chattel slavery in the Americas to eventual emancipation and participation in the American Civil War. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Institutions of the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

AFR204: African-American History 1865 to Present – 3 credits

The multifaceted history and cultural heritage of African-American communities since the Civil War, presented within the broader context of U.S. history. This course explores the social, economic, political, and cultural history of African-American communities, including the historical and cultural impacts of slavery and discrimination, and the collective struggle for freedom, equality, and self-determination throughout U.S. history. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Historical Awareness [H], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

AIM100: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence – 3 credits

Basic concepts and applications of artificial intelligence (AI), including AI project cycles. Focus on issues surrounding AI including ethics, bias, culture, regulations, and professional expectations. Prerequisites: None.

AIM111: Introduction to Data Science – 3 credits

Introduction to the basics of data science, including data handling, problem framing in a data-centric context, the foundational techniques of exploratory data analysis (EDA), data visualization, and data ethics. Students will gain practical experience in using various data science libraries and tools through hands-on exercises and projects. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CSC101 and AIM100) or permission of Program Director.

AIM230: Artificial Intelligence for Business Solutions – 3 credits

Fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to support business solutions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIM210 and AIM220.

AIM240: Artificial Intelligence Capstone Project – 3 credits

Focus on how a social issue is explored, brought through the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Project cycle, and delivered as a solution using the different domains of AI, including computer vision and natural language processing. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIM210 and AIM220.

AIM250: Machine Learning I – 3 credits

Examination of statistical machine learning algorithms and Python applications with an introduction to deep learning. Emphasis on data input, algorithm selection, hyperparameter tuning, and model evaluation and selection. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [AIM111, (MAT230 or MAT231), MAT225, and MAT206] or permission of Program Director.

AIS140: American Indian History – 3 credits

Survey of American Indian history with emphasis on the last 200 years. Focuses on cultural, economic, political and social continuity and changes. Topics include how federal policies impacted and were shaped by Indigenous peoples and how Indigenous individuals, communities, and nations have maintained cultural identity and sovereignty.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Historical Awareness [H], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

AIT124: Composites – 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.

AJS101: Introduction to Criminal Justice – 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: Institutions of the Americas [IAM], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

SUN# AJS1101

AJS109: Substantive Criminal Law – 3 credits

Covers philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definition of crimes, common defenses utilized. Includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each offense.
Prerequisites: None.

AJS123: Ethics and the Administration of Justice – 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: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

AJS212: Juvenile Justice Procedures – 3 credits

Examines the nature and extent of juvenile delinquency to the present. Including but not limited to the history, jurisdictions, terminology, procedures, and institutions of the juvenile justice system. Prerequisites: None.

AJS213: Evidence Technology: Fingerprints – 3 credits

Covers the fundamental principles of fingerprints, including the history of fingerprint classification, the biology of friction ridge skin, pattern analysis, comparison, and identification as well as their application in significant court cases. Also includes techniques for obtaining inked prints and developing and preserving latent prints. Prerequisites: None.

AJS214: Evidence Technology/Photography – 3 credits

The use of photography and other aids in identification and preservation of evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, and impressions. Techniques in crime scene and traffic accident photography. Prerequisites: None.

AJS225: Criminology – 3 credits

Study of deviance, society's role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social, and psychological impact of crime; relationships between statistics and crime trends. Examines crime victimization and the various types of crime and categories of offenders. Required in the AJS curriculum. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

AJS230: The Police Function – 3 credits

An examination of the history, organization, procedures, and methods of operation of public policing in the United States. Career opportunities and current challenges in law enforcement presented. Prerequisites: None.

AJS240: The Correction Function – 3 credits

Examines the history and development of correctional theories and institutions. Prerequisites: None.

AJS258: Victimology and Crisis Management in Public Safety – 3 credits

Victimology, the criminal justice system, techniques of crisis intervention and management, and the importance of a multicultural and global perspective. Includes violent crimes, sexual assault, family violence, post-traumatic stress disorder, the role of substance abuse, developing effective coping skills of victims and responders, appropriate community resources, and the cultural responsiveness of the justice system.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

AJS260: Procedural Criminal Law – 3 credits

Concerned with the understanding of procedural criminal law. Examines the processes and procedures followed by law enforcement, attorneys, and the courts in the apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders. Examines the rationale underlying major court holdings impacting the criminal justice process, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system.
Prerequisites: None.

AMT222: Atmosphere Control, Fire Detection, Ice and Rain Protection Systems – 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: A grade of C or better in (AMT124, AMT126, and AMT128) or permission of Program Director.

AMT226: Aircraft Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Fuel, Landing Gear, Positioning and Warning Systems – 7 credits

Identification, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair techniques of aircraft hydraulics, pneumatics, landing gear, positioning and warning, and fuel systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AMT124, AMT126, and AMT128) or permission of Program Director.

AMT230: Airframe Assembly and Inspection – 6 credits

Airframe inspection and special inspection techniques, reporting, and documentation procedures. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AMT124, AMT126, and AMT128) or permission of Program Director.

AMT263: Aircraft Turbine Engines – 5 credits

Turbine engine theory and maintenance. Focuses on operational characteristics and engine test techniques on the aircraft and in test cells. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AMT124, AMT126, and AMT128) or permission of Program Director.

AMT268: Engine Electrical, Ignition and Starter Systems – 6 credits

Maintain powerplant electrical systems including inspecting, servicing, troubleshooting, overhauling, and repairing engine electrical, ignition, starter systems, and components. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AMT124, AMT126, and AMT128) or permission of Program Director.

AMT270: Engine Instruments, Fire Protection, Lubrication, Cooling, and Exhaust Systems – 5 credits

Operation, inspection, and maintenance of engine instruments, fire detection and extinguishing, engine lubrication, cooling, and exhaust systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AMT124, AMT126, and AMT128) or permission of Program Director.

ARH100: Introduction to Art – 3 credits

Understanding and enjoyment of visual art through the study of art media, design elements, techniques and processes, and cultural contexts. Building awareness of the meaning, functions, and significance of art. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ARH101: Art from Prehistory Through Middle Ages – 3 credits

History of art from the Paleolithic period through the Middle Ages. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

SUN# ART1101

ARH102: Art from Renaissance to Modernism – 3 credits

History of art from the Renaissance through Modernism. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

SUN# ART1102

ARH110: History of Graphic Design – 3 credits

Survey of the history of graphic design from its origins to the present. Traces the characteristics, aesthetics, and relationships between graphic design and society. Includes movements, individual artists, and interpretation. Emphasizes the function of graphic design as a branch of human visual communication. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM]

ARH115: History of Photography – 3 credits

Survey of history of photography from beginning to present. Emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between the medium's development and reception, society, and other visual arts. Technical developments, photographic practices, and sociocultural themes are studied. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ARH202: Art of Africa, Oceania, and Americas – 3 credits

Study of the material cultures of Africa, America, and Oceania, with an emphasis on diverse worldviews and their expression within a contemporary global context. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ARH203: Art of Ancient Egypt – 3 credits

The art and culture of ancient Egypt from prehistoric through the Greco-Roman period. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ARH217: Mexican Art History – 3 credits

Art of Mexico and related cultures, from the prehistoric to the contemporary period. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ART111: Drawing I – 3 credits

Fundamental principles of drawing. Emphasis on composition and facility in objective and expressive representation, using variety of drawing media. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM]

SUN# ART1111

ART112: Two-Dimensional Design – 3 credits

Study of fundamental elements and principles of two-dimensional design. Prerequisites: None.

SUN# ART1112

ART113: Color – 3 credits

Investigation seeking visual solutions to a variety of problems concerning color in two and three dimensions and modes of color appearances, including light and effects in design and theory of design. Prerequisites: None.

ART116: Life Drawing I – 3 credits

Use of form, structure and anatomy of draped and undraped human figure to develop basic principles of sound draftsmanship. Prerequisites: None.

ART117: Life Drawing II – 3 credits

Further study of form, structure, and anatomy of the draped and undraped human figure with emphasis on composition. Prerequisites: ART116.

ART131: Photography I – 3 credits

Basic photographic principles and techniques. Basic camera functions and controls. Experience in the image-making process by creating and editing photographs for various display environments. Introduction to the photographic aesthetic and photography's role in society. Prerequisites: None. Note: Camera required.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ART132: Photography II – 3 credits

Advanced camera and darkroom techniques. Aesthetic awareness with personal expression. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART131 or permission of Instructor.

ART133: Photography III – 3 credits

Refinement of aesthetic and technical aspects producing convincing images of highest quality. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART132 or permission of Instructor.

ART151: Sculpture I – 3 credits

Exploration of sculptural form and expression in clay, plaster, stone, wood and metal. Prerequisites: None.

ART167: Painting I – 3 credits

Exploration of technical and expressive possibilities of various media in painting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ART111 and ART112), or permission of Instructor.

ART168: Painting II – 3 credits

Continued refinement of painting skills and investigation of new possibilities in painting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART167 or permission of Instructor.

ART290DC: Studio Art: Life Drawing – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290DC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART117 or permission of Instructor.

ART290EC: Studio Art: Photography – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290EC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART132 or permission of Instructor.

ART290MC: Studio Art: Digital Photography – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290MC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AVC143 or permission of Instructor.

ART290PC: Studio Art: Painting – 3 credits

Studio course for art majors allowing continuation in a subject field. Note: ART290PC may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ART168 or permission of Instructor.

ASB102: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology – 3 credits

Introduces concepts and methods of cultural anthropology, with illustrative materials from a variety of communities in a globalizing world. Explores the concept of culture and examines a variety of cultural and social practices such as subsistence, economics, politics, marriage, kinship, gender and religion. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

ASB211: Women Across Cultures – 3 credits

Cross-cultural analysis of the economic, social, political, and religious factors that affect women's status in traditional and modern societies. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

ASB214: Magic, Witchcraft and Healing: An Introduction to Comparative Religion – 3 credits

Origins, elements, and forms of religion; a comparative survey of religious beliefs, myths, rituals and symbolism including magic, witchcraft and healing as practiced in selected regions of the world; the place of religion in the total culture. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ASB222: Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World – 3 credits

Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which tend to fragment societies. Examples drawn from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands, and Australia. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

ASB223: Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: New World – 3 credits

Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled lifeways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which fragment societies. Examples drawn from North America, Central America, and South America. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]

ASB253: Death and Dying Across Cultures – 3 credits

Responses to death and dying in cultures around the world. Explanations for particular cultural responses to death and dying. Examples drawn from ancient and contemporary cultures. Prerequisites: None. ASB102 suggested but not required.

General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]

ASL101: American Sign Language I – 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.

ASL102: American Sign Language II – 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.

ASL103: Introduction to the Deaf Community – 1 credit

History and development of American Sign Language (ASL) and English codes. Overview of education for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children. Legal rights and common adaptive devices used by Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.
Prerequisites: None.

ASL110: Fingerspelling – 3 credits

Introduction to fingerspelling techniques. Focus on methods, theory, and applications on receptive and expressive skills including manual alphabet production and numbers. In addition, skill development in speed, dexterity, clarity, and lexicalized fingerspelling, numeric incorporation, prefixes, suffixes, and polysyllabic words. 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.

ASL201: American Sign Language III – 4 credits

Linguistics of American Sign Language (A.S.L.) including non-manual behaviors and signing English idioms with conceptual accuracy. Emphasis on practical application of A.S.L. skills, expanded vocabulary, and cross-cultural communication. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL102 or permission of Department or Division. (ENG101 or ENG107) and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment) suggested but not required. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

ASL202: American Sign Language IV – 4 credits

Advanced American Sign Language skills including continued vocabulary. Emphasis on conversational techniques in a cross-cultural framework. Continued work on conceptual accurate signing of English idioms and words with multiple meanings. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. (ENG101 or ENG107), ASL200, and (CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by assessment) suggested but not required. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.