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ACC111: Accounting Principles I – 3 credits

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

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

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: SB

SUN# AJS1101

AJS192: Serial Killers and Mass Murderers – 3 credits

The study of serial killers, mass murderers and their victims. Examines the history and frequency of these crimes, profiles the killers and their victims, explores theories of causation, and discusses the problems and techniques of investigation, prosecution, punishment, and prevention. Prerequisites: None.

AJS201: Rules of Evidence – 3 credits

A practical insight into the rules of evidence. Examines the general rules governing admissibility of evidence. Explores types of evidence, the hearsay rule, witness testimony, the exclusionary rule, privileged communications, best evidence rule. Examination of chain of custody and the use of scientific evidence. 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: C, SB

AJS270: Community Relations – 3 credits

Examination of community problems; community action programs and trends; human behavior, conflict and communication; and the relationship between the criminal justice system and community. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

AJS290BN: Courtroom Testimony Seminar – 1 credit

Courtroom demeanor and protocol. Role and primary functions of witness and legal counsels. Prerequisites: None.

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: H, HU

SUN# ART1101

ARH102: Art from Renaissance to Modernism – 3 credits

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

General Education Designations: H, HU

SUN# ART1102

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: G, SB

AVC100: Introduction to Digital Arts – 1 credit

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

BPC170: A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support – 3 credits

Explore technical aspects of personal computers, including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis placed on hardware installation, maintenance, mobile devices, and hardware troubleshooting. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations.
Prerequisites: None.

BPC270: A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support – 3 credits

Explore advanced technical aspects of maintaining and servicing computers. Emphasis placed on OS installation, maintenance, mobile devices, security, software troubleshooting, and on proper usage of tools, safety procedures, and professionalism. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

CFS101AH: Visual Art Experiences for Young Children – 1 credit

The creative use of visual art media and techniques with children between the ages of birth and age eight. Prerequisites: None.

CFS123: Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Settings – 1 credit

Creating and maintaining healthy environments and practices in programs serving young children. Emphasis on assessing the child's health status, nutrition and food service, communicable disease recognition, transmission, and prevention, infection control, regulations and regulatory agencies, current topics, resources, and innovative practices. Prerequisites: None.

CFS125: Safety In Early Childhood Settings – 1 credit

Fundamental concepts of promoting a safe, but challenging learning environment. Establishing and maintaining safety procedures in the early childhood setting. Emphasis on indoor and outdoor equipment and activities, risk analysis, accident, evacuation and emergency plans, regulations, regulatory agencies and resources, current topics, and innovative practices. Prerequisites: None.

CHM100: Preparation for Fundamental Chemistry – 1 credit

A preparatory course designed to review fundamental math and chemistry principles for students inexperienced or insecure with these concepts. Stresses individualized instruction. Designed to prepare students for CHM130.
Prerequisites: None.

CIS105: Survey of Computer Information Systems – 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

SUN# CIS1120

CIS111: Ethics in Information Technology – 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.

CIS120DC: Introduction to Adobe Animate – 3 credits

Focuses on entry-level skill expectations for digital animation using Adobe Animate. Covers basic animation techniques used in the creation, manipulation, and editing of animation graphics. Prepares students for the Adobe certifications related to Adobe Animate.
Prerequisites: None.

CIS126DL: Linux Operating System – 3 credits

Introduction to the Linux Operating system. Develop knowledge and skills required to install, configure and troubleshoot a Linux-based workstation including basic network functions. Learn basic command line and Graphical User Interface (GUI) desktop environment utilities and applications. Fundamental abilities to achieve the entry-level industry certification covered. Prerequisites: None.

CIS156: Python Programming: Level I – 3 credits

Introduction to Python programming. Includes general concepts, program design, development, data types, operators, expressions, flow control, functions, classes, input and output operations, debugging, structured programming, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

CIS238DL: Linux System Administration – 3 credits

Managing Linux Operating Systems including sophisticated manipulation of file structures, backup systems, printing processes, troubleshooting, user account management, hard disk maintenance and configuration, process monitoring and prioritizing, kernel customization, and system resource control. Preparation for industry certifications such as the CompTIA Linux+, the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) and the Linux Professional Institute (LPIC-1). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126DL or CIS126RH or permission of Instructor.

CIS276DB: SQL Server Database – 3 credits

A broad overview of the Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server database. Includes SQL instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install SQL Server, model and create new databases, manage users, authentication, and stored procedures, and develop backup/restore strategies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105, or CIS117DM, or permission of Instructor.

CIS290AA: Computer Information Systems Internship – 1 credit

Work experience in business or industry. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

CIS298AA: Special Projects – 1 credit

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.

CLD110: Amazon Web Services Cloud Foundations – 3 credits

Provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, Amazon Web Services (AWS) core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. Intended for students who seek an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. Helps to prepare students for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.
Prerequisites: None. CIS105 suggested but not required.

CNT160AB: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation – 4 credits

Focus on the configuration of routers and switches within small and medium size networks for advanced functionality including Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network security, Access Control Lists (ACLs), Network Address Translation (NAT), Wide Area Network (WAN) concepts, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Quality of Service (QOS), network management, design, troubleshooting, virtualization, and automation. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT150AB or permission of Instructor.

COM100: Introduction to Human Communication – 3 credits

Introduces the theory and practice of human communication. Surveys communication topics related to interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SUN# COM1100

COM110: Interpersonal Communication – 3 credits

Theory and practice of interpersonal communication skills which affect day-to-day social interactions with other persons. May include using verbal and nonverbal symbols, active listening, resolving interpersonal conflict, understanding cultural perspectives, and developing and maintaining personal and professional relationships. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SUN# COM1110

COM225: Public Speaking – 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

CRC101: Introduction to Clinical Research – 4 credits

Introduction to the clinical research process. History, development and basic study designs in varied health, biomedical and biotechnical settings. Clinical trial development phases and regulatory protection for human subjects. Roles and responsibilities of the clinical research team and research organization. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Committee on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines. Functions, research terminology, and general research funding of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Ethics Review Committee.
Prerequisites: None.

CRC102: Clinical Research Regulations – 4 credits

Overview of legal and regulatory research compliance. Federal and international regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Council on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines. Roles, responsibilities and related regulations of Institutional Review Boards (IRB), Data Monitoring Boards and research organizations. Required forms, human subject protection, research integrity, ethical considerations, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and conflict of interest issues.
Prerequisites: None.

CRC151: Introduction to Medical Devices in Clinical Evaluation – 2 credits

Introduction to the role of the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) in medical device research. Overview of medical device regulatory requirements, the role of the Institutional Review Board (IRB), and classification of medical devices including Humanitarian Device Exemptions. Special emphasis on conduct of an investigational study and roles of the investigator, CRC, and the IRB.
Prerequisites: None.

CRC152: Research Ethics – 3 credits

History of human experimentation and bioethics. Fundamentals of ethical principles including autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence and justice. Practical application of moral sensitivity, moral reasoning, moral commitment and perseverance, and moral implementation. Overview of ethical issues arising from biomedical research including informed consent, vulnerable populations, using children and animals for research, and placebos and sham surgery in research. Includes Institutional Review Board (IRB`s), conflict of interest, plagiarism and data fabrication. Prerequisites: None.

CRE101: College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking – 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. Note: Students may only receive credit for one of the following: CRE101, CRE101AT, CRE101BM, CRE101BS, CRE101CS, CRE101CT, CRE101ED, CRE101HS, CRE101SM, CRE101VA. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (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

CSC101: Introduction to Computing with Python – 3 credits

Introduction to computing using the Python programming language. Focus on basic concepts of computer science, algorithms, and the fundamentals of the Python programming language. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: CS

DAH201: Dance, Culture, and Global Contexts – 3 credits

Introduction to the study of dance as culture in diverse global contexts. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, HU

DAH255: Hip Hop: Arts, Aesthetic and Culture – 3 credits

Selective survey and historico-cultural analysis of hip hop arts, aesthetics and culture organized around the founding elements of DJing, MCing, B-boy and B-girling, graffiti arts and knowledge. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107.

General Education Designations: C, HU, L

ECH140: Learning Made Visible Through Documentation – 1 credit

The study of pedagogical documentation in early childhood settings, including strategies to reflect on children's thinking, hypothesis development, and multiple relationships essential in learning environments. Prerequisites: None.

ECH269: Early Childhood Education Seminar – 1 credit

Emphasizes professional experiences including employment procedures, human relations, employment related issues, and career exploration. Note: CFS/ECH269 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

ECH273: Math and the Young Child – 1 credit

Methods and techniques for recognizing and supporting mathematical thought in young children between the ages of birth through age eight. Focus upon social constructivist theory. Prerequisites: None.

ECH275: Literacy Development and the Young Child – 1 credit

Literacy development from birth through age eight. Focus on communication and multiliteracies within social contexts. Prerequisites: None.

ECH280: Food Experiences with Young Children – 1 credit

A discussion of the nutritional needs of young children and the cultural and social meanings of foods, feeding and eating. Includes planning and managing food experiences in home and group settings. Prerequisites: None.

ECH281: Movement/Music for the Young Child – 1 credit

Consideration of motor development in the toddler through the 8-year-old and exploration of age-appropriate rhythmic, musical and creative movement methods. Prerequisites: None.

ECH287: Professional Development in Early Childhood Education – 1 credit

Emerging professionalism within the field of early childhood education. Consideration of job responsibilities, rewards, ethics and current issues facing practitioners. Includes assessment and career planning. Prerequisites: None.

EDU250: Teaching and Learning in the Community College – 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.

EDU267: Reading Instructional Practices, Interventions, and Assessments – 3 credits

Overview of instructional practices, interventions, and assessments associated with reading instruction and the systematic teaching of phonics. Course will address historical methods and current research in reading; analyze research-based instructional practices; analyze research-based assessments and possible interventions; review support provided by Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RTI); and explore Reading disabilities (Dyslexia) and laws associated with Reading disabilities. Note: EDU267 requires an approved field experience. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EDU268: Science of Reading Including Systematic Phonics Instruction – 3 credits

Overview of the science of reading with an emphasis on explicit instructional practices associated with research based systematic phonics instruction. Covers research based on the science of reading related to the teaching of reading in the K-8 school setting to include understanding reading research; essential components of reading instruction; implementation of effective methods for reading instruction; and alignment of reading instruction to systematic phonics instruction. Note: EDU268 requires an approved field experience. Prerequisites: Formal acceptance to a Maricopa Community College state approved teacher preparation program or permission of Department or Division.

EED255: Independent Study Portfolio Development and Writing for the Early Childhood Profession – 3 credits

Portfolio development, completion, and presentation skills designed for the individual student. Self-assessment and educational short-term and long-term planning, professional development, writing and critical learning included. Note: EED255 is a capstone course on Early Childhood Education pathways. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in completion of twelve (12) credit hours of EED Early Education coursework and permission of Program Coordinator.

EED261: Early Childhood Preschool Internship – 1 credit

Work experience with preschoolers in early care and education settings. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit. Note: May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

EMT101: Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers – 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.

EMT104AB: Applied Practical Studies for Emergency Medical Technology – 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.

EMT258: 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: C, SB

ENG101: First-Year Composition – 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 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+), or (a grade of C or better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL, or ENG107LL, or WAC101, or ENG100A+).

General Education Designations: FYC

SUN# ENG1101

ENG102: First-Year Composition – 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

SUN# ENG1102

ENG111: Technical and Professional Writing – 3 credits

Introduces students to the genres, style, and design of technical documents that are used in various professional fields. Includes examining the role of workplace writing, preparing documents appropriate to diverse audiences, and integrating data and graphics into work-related documents. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: L

ENH242: American Literature After 1860 – 3 credits

Includes literature written after 1860 in the United States. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

EPS195: Business Start-Up and Planning – 2 credits

Development of a feasibility approach to strategic decision making concerning new venture start-up. Includes development of a business feasibility study and a preliminary business plan. Prerequisites: None.

EXS101: Introduction to Exercise Science – 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.

EXS146: Introduction to Exercise Testing – 1 credit

Introductory course in exercise testing, to include health appraisal, risk stratification, and the selection and administration of common evidence-based assessments for apparently healthy populations. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor. Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in EXS125 is recommended.

EXS217: Cardiorespiratory and Flexibility Training – 3 credits

Fundamental methods for safe and effective instruction of cardiorespiratory and flexibility training exercises. Application of foundational principles of physiology and kinesiology. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: EXS101 or permission of Instructor.

FITNESS100-20030: Fitness Center Mini Session 9 Weeks – 0 credits

FITNESS100-20031: Fitness Center mini session 6 weeks – 0 credits

FITNESS100-20032: Fitness Center Mini Session 4 weeks – 0 credits

FITNESS100-20037: Fitness Center Membership Employee Yearly – 0 credits

FITNESS100-20057: Fitness Center Membership Individual Yearly – 0 credits

FITNESS100-20060: Fitness Center Membership Individual Semester – 0 credits

FITNESS100-20062: Fitness Center Membership Employee Semester – 0 credits

FITNESS300-20072: Fitness for Academic Success – 0 credits

FITNESS300-20074: Fit Ctr Member MCCCD Alumni Yearly – 0 credits

FITNESS300-20075: Fit Ctr Member MCCCD Retiree Yearly – 0 credits

FON241LL: Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory – 1 credit

Self-evaluative laboratory experience to complement FON241, Principles of Human Nutrition using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary analysis. 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

FSC105: Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations – 3 credits

Basic methods of recognition and identification based upon the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials; basic safety procedures when utilizing specific types of protective clothing and equipment; basic tactical information relating to scene management. Satisfies minimum standards for certification testing set forth by the current ProBoard and/or Arizona State Training and Certifying Authority.
Prerequisites: None.

FSC204: Firefighting Tactics and Strategy – 3 credits

Methods of coordinating personnel, equipment, and apparatus on the fireground. Practical methods of controlling and extinguishing structural and other types of fires. Includes simulation exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FSC113 or permission of Instructor or current employment as a firefighter and/or Firefighter I and II Certification and/or related experience as determined by the Program Director.

FSC258: 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: C, SB

FYE101: Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success – 1 credit

Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset and financial literacy. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources. Prerequisites: None.

FYE103: Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success – 3 credits

Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career, and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset, interpersonal skills, financial literacy, self-care strategies, diverse perspectives, and campus tools and resources. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources.
Prerequisites: None.

GBS109: Introduction to Esports Management – 3 credits

Introduction to Esports will introduce the business, economics, operations and marketing of the Esports industry. Historical and cultural implications will be examined from the early days of competitive video gaming, to today's billion dollar industry. Global awareness and diverse cultural viewpoints and trends will be studied as they relate to the Esports industry. This course will introduce students to the numerous business opportunities to work and grow in the dynamic Esports industry. Prerequisites: None.

GBS151: Introduction to Business – 3 credits

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

GBS233: Business Communication – 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

GLG110: Geological Disasters and the Environment – 3 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: General Education Designation: Global Awareness - [G]. General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with GLG111. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG110 or GLG110IN.

General Education Designations: G, SQ

GLG111: Geological Disasters and the Environment Lab – 1 credit

Introduction to geological processes and concepts. Application of basic geologic knowledge to evaluate, interpret and propose solutions for a variety of current and past geology-related environmental disasters and hazards. Prerequisites: None. Note: General Education Designation: Global Awareness - [G] in combination with GLG110. General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with GLG110. May accompany GLG110. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG111 or GLG110IN.

General Education Designations: G, SQ

GPH211: Landform Processes – 4 credits

Geographic characteristics of landforms and earth surface processes emphasizing erosion, transportation, deposition and implications for human management of the environment.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SQ

HCC145AA: Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals I – 1 credit

Introduction to medical terms used in health care. Body systems approach to selected terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures, and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing selected terms using basic word parts. Selected medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Prerequisites: None.

HES100: Healthful Living – 3 credits

Examines health-related behaviors and issues associated with a modern lifestyle. Explores current topics of interest related to mental, physical, social and environmental health such as stress management, nutrition, and fitness. Identifies and evaluates personal and community strategies to promote an optimal lifestyle.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

HIS114: History of Eastern Civilizations 1850 to Present – 3 credits

Examination of characteristics and development of civilizations of Middle East, India, Far East, and Southeast Asia, from mid-nineteenth century to present. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, H, HU, SB

MAT206: Elements of Statistics – 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 MAT188, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair.

General Education Designations: CS

SUN# MAT1160

MAT257: Investigating Geometry, Probability and Statistics – 4 credits

Explores geometry, measurement, probability and statistics. Uses visualization, technologies, problem solving, reasoning and proof to develop a conceptual understanding of these topics. Note: MAT257 is designed to meet the requirements for prospective elementary education teachers. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT256 or permission of Department/Division Chair.

MGT126: Customer Service Skills and Strategies – 3 credits

Explores strategies to help improve job performance and develop a service-oriented philosophy. Uses practical training concepts and techniques to demonstrate how superior customer service can lead to competitive advantage and profitability in business. Focuses on both internal and external customers, interactions among people, processes, and systems within the organization and how to integrate these areas into a total quality delivery program. Prerequisites: None.

MHL145: American Jazz and Popular Music – 3 credits

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

MHL153: Rock Music and Culture – 3 credits

History of Rock music and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: H, HU

MHL155: Survey of American Music – 3 credits

History of the music of North America from the earliest American Indian music to the present. Introduction to the musical trends, composers, socioeconomic developments and trends, musical forms and styles that influence our modern American musical sense. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, H, HU

MKT101: Introduction to Public Relations – 3 credits

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

MKT271: Principles of Marketing – 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.

NUR187: Pharmacology and Medication Administration – 1.5 credits

Overview of selected drug classifications and categories. Emphasis on principles of drug metabolism and effects, interactions and adverse reactions, medication administration, and nursing implications for safe practice with a focus on adult and older adult patients. Requires application of previous knowledge of physical, biological, and social sciences. Prerequisites: Permission of Nursing Department/Division Chair.

PAR103: Paralegal Research, Analysis, and Writing II – 3 credits

Advanced legal writing and research. Analysis and application of the writing process to produce well-written documents commonly used in the practice of law. Covers various types of legal writing, including memorandum of law, persuasive writing, and legal correspondence. The use of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling in the construction of sentences and the development of paragraphs. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PAR102, or permission of Program Director.

PED101FL: Fitness For Life – 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.

PED115: Lifetime Fitness – 2 credits

Increase personal fitness, strength, and vitality. Current principles of cardiovascular exercise, weight training, flexibility, and balance exercises applicable to lifetime fitness goals. Personalized fitness plans developed and implemented with support of highly trained fitness professionals. Techniques to make sessions more effective and enjoyable. Prerequisites: None. Note: PED115 may be repeated for a total of eight (8) credit hours.

PHI101: Introduction to Philosophy – 3 credits

General consideration of human nature and the nature of the universe. Knowledge, perception, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

SUN# PHI1101

PHI105: Introduction to Ethics – 3 credits

A survey of ethical theory in Western Philosophy, including the major normative theories and selected metaethical theories. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

SUN# PHI1105

PHI213: Medical and Bio-Ethics – 3 credits

A philosophical consideration of moral problems that arise in relation to medicine and biology, e.g., death, patient's rights and biological experimentation. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

PME202: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Initial Provider in Paramedicine – 1 credit

Designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and manage an infant, child or adolescent in respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise, or cardiopulmonary arrest according to current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) guidelines. Integrates knowledge of basic electrocardiographic rhythm interpretation, pharmacologic agents, and other interventions used in pediatric emergencies. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME203: Pediatric Emergencies for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) Initial Provider in Paramedicine – 1 credit

Designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and manage an infant, child or adolescent in respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise, or cardiopulmonary arrest according to current Pediatric Emergencies for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) guidelines. Integrates knowledge of basic electrocardiographic rhythm interpretation, pharmacologic agents, and other interventions used in pediatric emergencies. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME204: Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) in Paramedicine – 0.5 credits

Designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and manage a neonate with respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise, or cardiopulmonary arrest according to current American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) guidelines. Integrates knowledge of basic electrocardiographic rhythm interpretation, pharmacologic agents, and other interventions used in neonatal resuscitation. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME206: International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Provider/Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) – 1 credit

Designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and manage various trauma conditions and environmental injuries according to the International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Provider/ Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) guidelines. Skills are sequenced and synthesized into simulations. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME245: Airway and Ventilatory Management in Paramedicine – 3 credits

Designed to prepare students to integrate knowledge of the respiratory system, comprehensive assessment practices, and pharmacologic agents to formulate a differential diagnosis and implement airway and ventilatory management plans for medical emergencies and trauma. Develops psychomotor skills in the paramedic scope of practice through sequenced lab simulations. Prepares students to perform comprehensive assessment and techniques in the paramedic scope of practice for assuring airway patency, adequate mechanical ventilation, and respiration for all age groups. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME251: Medical Emergencies in Paramedicine I – 4 credits

Designed to provide an overview of pathophysiologic principles, epidemiology, comprehensive assessment, differential diagnosis, and pharmacology for respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies. Develops psychomotor skills in the paramedic scope of practice through sequenced lab simulations. Prepares students to implement a management plan in the Paramedic scope of practice for respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME260: Trauma Patient Management in Paramedicine – 2 credits

Designed to provide an overview of pathophysiologic principles, epidemiology, comprehensive assessment, differential diagnosis, and pharmacology for various trauma conditions. Develops psychomotor skills in the paramedic scope of practice through sequenced lab simulations. Prepares students to implement a management plan in the Paramedic scope of practice for hemorrhage, soft tissue trauma, burns, face and neck trauma, head and spine trauma, chest trauma, abdominal and genitourinary trauma, orthopedic trauma, and environmental emergencies. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PME270: Immersive Total Patient Management Experience (ITPME) – 2 credits

Designed to provide immersive-simulated live patient interactive out-of-hospital scenarios. This course creates an environment which facilitates incident stress inoculation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Prerequisites: Admission into the Paramedic Education Program.

PSY101: Introduction to Psychology – 3 credits

Overview of the methods, concepts, and applications of psychological science. Includes an introduction to key domains of psychology: Biological, Cognitive, Developmental, Social and Personality, and Mental and Physical Health.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SUN# PSY1101

PSY132: Psychology and Culture – 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

PSY240: Developmental Psychology – 3 credits

Human development from conception through death. Includes biological, physical, cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural development across various ages. Note: Recommended for students majoring in nursing, education, behavioral, pre-med, and psychology. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: SB

PSY266: Psychological Disorders – 3 credits

Distinguishes between healthy psychological functioning and psychological disorders. Includes topics in psychopathology such as problems with anxiety and depression, eating disorders, substance-use, schizophrenia, sexuality, and personality. Also covers causes and treatments of psychological disorders. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: SB

RDG100: Successful College Reading – 3 credits

Emphasis on reading study strategies for any introductory class in any subject area. Introduction to Learning Management System (LMS), how to successfully read course textbooks and assessments, how to navigate information technology and development of academic vocabulary. Note: RDG100 satisfies RDG091 requirement. RDG100 may be repeated for a total of twelve (12) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ALT100, or ESL202, or appropriate reading placement, or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any 100-level course in another content area, or permission of Instructor.

REA180: Real Estate Principles II – 3 credits

Advanced work in real estate including governmental restrictions and limitations, property management, insurance and warranties, appraisal procedures, financing and loan security instruments. Also covers Deed of Trust foreclosure options and consumer protection provisions.
Prerequisites: None.

SOC101: Introduction to Sociology – 3 credits

The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

SUN# SOC1101

SOC212: Gender and Society – 3 credits

A sociological exploration of the way culture shapes and defines gender in contemporary U.S. society. Major emphasis on gender roles, gender stereotypes, power and the relationship between gender and other intersecting social identities such as race, ethnicity, class, and sexual identity. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, SB

SPA102: Elementary Spanish II – 4 credits

Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

General Education Designations: G

SUN# SPA1102

SPH245: Hispanic Heritage in the Southwest – 3 credits

A survey of Hispanic heritage in the Southwest. Cultural and social institutions and their contribution to the development of the region and its heritage. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, HU

THO130AE: Specialized Stage Combat: Small Sword – 1.5 credits

Teaches fundamental techniques and terminology of staged combat utilizing the small sword as required for professional certification by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD). Includes the analysis and performance of safely choreographed violence that tells a story for stage and screen. Prepares students for the SAFD skills proficiency test in the use of the small sword in stage combat. Prerequisites: None. Note: Course will be taught by a Society of American Fight Directors certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master.

THO135AE: Stage Combat Recertification: Small Sword – 0.5 credits

Course to provide Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) recertification in using the small sword in stage combat. Course taught by SAFD certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master. Note: THO135AE may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Certification in specified weapon by SAFD or permission of Program Director.

THO135AF: Stage Combat Recertification: Sword and Shield/Buckler – 0.5 credits

Course to provide Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD) recertification in using the sword and shield/buckler in stage combat. Course taught by SAFD certified teacher, Fight Director, or Fight Master. Note: THO135AF may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Certification in specified weapon by SAFD or permission of Program Director.