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HTM 281 - Barrel Horse Training Internship Credits: 12 (0-12)
Provides each student with placement in the horse industry under a prominent person who specializes in the student’s main area of interest. At the end of the semester, the student willr eturn to campus for a seminar and analysis of the internship. Studetns must maintain a 2.5 GPA in HTM/EQM courses and a 2.0 GPA in related courses to be placed on internship. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all HTM/EQM courses with a GPA of 2.5 or higher and completion of related courses with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
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HTM 285 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3
This course meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor. Prerequisite(s): None.
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Human Performance and Exercise |
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HPE 102 - Introduction to Sports Medicine Credits: 2 (2-0)
Introduces the field of sports medicine. This includes career options, education and certification requirements for a variety of sports medicine related careers. The course requires 30 observation hours under the supervision of a credentialed sports medicine professional to give students hands on learning opportunities and provide a better understanding of what is required of sports medicine professionals. Prerequisite(s): None.
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HPE 188 - Athletic Training Practicum Credits: 1(0-1)
Offers opportunities to observe and perform professional skills under the supervision of a certified athletic trainer in a collegiate setting. Practical experience may include athletic training room duties, work with low and high risk sports, male and female athletes, and observation of orthopedic surgeries. Emphasis will be placed on emergency care, general first aid, pre-participation exams, taping and bracing. Attendance at scheduled seminars/assigned hours are required. Co-requisite(s): HPE 231 or Instructor Permission.
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HPE 231 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Credits: 3(3-0)
Focuses on techniques in prevention, care and basic rehabilitation of athletic injury. Co-requisite(s): BIO 201 or Instructor Permission.
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HPE 288 - Athletic Training Practicum II Credits: 1 (0-1)
Builds on the opportunities provided in Athletic Training Practicum I. Students will continue to observe and perform professional skills under the supervision of a certified athletic trainer in a collegiate setting. Emphasis will be placed on record keeping, therapeutic modalities, and acute injury care. Practical experience may include athletic training room duties, work with low and high risk sports, male and female athletes, and observation of orthopedic surgeries. Prerequisite(s): HPE 188, HWE 103 (or equivalent), HPE 231 Co-requisite(s): BIO 201 or instructor permission
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Humanities |
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HUM 103 - Introduction to Film Art: GT-AH2 Credits: 3 (2:1)
Studies the relationship among film’s stylistic systems, narrative systems and audience reception. Students view, discuss and critically analyze a variety of films which represent a variety of genre and themes. The course incorporates the vocabulary of stylistic systems (for instance, cinematography and editing) and narrative systems (for instance, story structure and character motivation) as both relate to the kinds of meanings a film conveys. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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HUM 121 - Humanities: Early Civilization: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Introduces students to the history of ideas that have defined cultures through a study of the visual arts, literature, drama, music, and philosophy. It emphasizes connections among the arts, values, and diverse cultures including European and non-European from the Ancient World to 1000 C.E. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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HUM 122 - Humanities: From Medieval to Modern: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Examines written texts, visual arts and musical compositions to analyze and reflect the evolution and confluence of cultures in Europe, Asia and the Americas from 800 C.E. to 1750 C.E. Any two of the three Survey of Humanities courses equal a sequence. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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HUM 123 - Humanities: Modern World: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Examines the cultures of the 17th through the 20th centuries by focusing on the interrelationships of the arts, ideas, and history. Considers the influences of industrialism, scientific development, and non-European peoples. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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Journalism |
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JOU 105 - Intro to Mass Media: GT-SS3 Credits: 3(3-0)
Places the mass media in a historical and cultural perspective, considering the validity, integrity and influence of the media in a democracy. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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Literature |
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LIT 115 - Introduction to Literature I: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Introduces students to fiction, poetry, and drama. Emphasizes active and responsive reading. (This course is a prerequisite for LIT 201 and LIT 202) Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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LIT 127 - Study of the Novel Credits: 3(3-0)
Focuses on careful reading and interpretation of selected novels representing types and periods of literature. Students will examine formal and thematic elements of longer fiction. Critical thinking, discussion, and writing about novels will enhance perceptive reading skills and heighten awareness of human condition. Prerequisite(s): None.
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LIT 201 - World Literature to 1600: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Examines significant writings in world literature from the ancients through the Renaissance. Emphasizes careful readings and understanding of the works and their cultural backgrounds. Prerequisite(s): LIT 115 Introduction to Literature.
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LIT 211 - American Literature to Civil War: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Provides an overview of American literature from the Native American through the nineteenth century Romantics. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and literary characteristics of works in various genres by major writers.
Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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LIT 212 - American Literature After the Civil War: GT-AH2 Credits: 3 (3-0)
Provides an overview of American literature from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. It explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes and literary characteristics of works in various genres by major writers. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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LIT 221 - British Literature to 1770: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Provides an overview of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 17th century. The course explores ideas, historical and social contexts, themes, and literary characteristics of works in various genres by major writers. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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LIT 225 - Introduction to Shakespeare: GT-AH2 Credits: 3(3-0)
Explores a selection of works by William Shakespeare. It focuses on careful reading and interpretation of the plays and poems, includes pertinent information about Elizabethan England, and examines formal as well as thematic elements of the selected works.
Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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LIT 255 - Children’s Literature Credits: 3 (3-0)
Evaluates the criteria for selecting appropriate literature for children through exploration of genres, age levels, values taught through literature, and the literary and artistic quality of various texts. Prerequisite(s): none.
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LIT 275 - The Novel Approach to Language Arts Credits: 3 (3-0)
Offers methods and techniques of developing a language arts unit based on an age/grade appropriate novel. Novels provide a means for exploration that involves critical and creative thinking and enrich the reading experiences of children. This instructional method revolves around student discussion groups that enable children to learn to listen and to share points of view, ideas, and feelings. Student activities are developed utilizing Bloom’s Taxonomy of Cognition and are interchangeable with additional titles (novels) or basal reading series. Prerequisite(s): LIT 255 and ENG 121.
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Management |
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MAN 116 - Principles of Supervision Credits: 3(3-0)
Studies the principles and techniques of supervising and motivating personnel. This course is designed for students who are interested in supervising others or for those currently in supervision. Course content focuses on the human interaction in supervision. Prerequisite(s): None.
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MAN 226 - Principles of Management Credits: 3(3-0)
Presents a survey of the principles of management. Emphasis is on the primary functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling with a balance between the behavioral and operational approach. Prerequisite(s): None.
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Marketing |
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MAR 111 - Principles of Sales Credits: 3(3-0)
Enables the student to understand and develop ethical sales techniques and covers the role of selling in the marketing process. Areas of emphasis include behavioral considerations in the buying and selling process and sales techniques. Prerequisite(s): BUS 115.
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MAR 117 - Principles of Retailing Credits: 3(3-0)
Emphasizes the study of the basic principles and techniques of merchandising, operations, layout, store organization, site location, and customer service with an emphasis on retailing operations. Prerequisite(s): None.
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MAR 158 - Basic Customer Service Credits: 1(1-0)
Focus on basic concepts and techniques needed to effectively serve customers. Specific emphasis given to manage customer expectations by building customer rapport and create positive outcomes. Prerequisite(s): none.
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MAR 187 - Cooperative Education/Internship Credits: 1-6
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement course work with practical work experience related to their educational program and occupational objectives. Students are placed at approved work stations which are related to their program of study. They work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor/coordinator. Prerequisite(s): None.
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MAR 216 - Principles of Marketing Credits: 3(3-0)
Presents the analysis of theoretical marketing processes and the strategies of product development, pricing, promotion and distribution, and their application to businesses and the individual consumer. Prerequisite(s): None.
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Mathematics |
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MAT 103 - Math for Clinical Calculations Credits: 3(3-0)
Provides a review of general mathematics, introductory algebra and an opportunity to learn systems of measurement and methods of solving problems related to drug dosage and intravenous fluid administration. It is designed for students in the health disciplines. Topics may include algebra, graphs, measurement and conversion between various systems of measurement. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA ≥61, or ACT Math ≥ 19 or SAT Math ≥ 500
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MAT 107 - Career Math Credits: 3(3-0)
Covers material designed for career technical students or general studies students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics may include measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, graphs and/or finance. These are presented on an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Prerequisite(s): ACT EA ≥ 61 or ACT Math ≥ 19 or SAT MAT ≥ 500 Co-requisite(s): Co-enrollment in MAT 091 will be required for students who do not attain the prerequisite scores.
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MAT 108 - Technical Mathematics Credits: 4(4-0)
Covers material designed for career technical or general studies students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics may include measurement, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, graphs, and/or finance. These are presented on an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Prerequisite(s): ACT EA ≥61, or ACT Math ≥ 19 or SAT Math ≥ 500 Co-requisite(s): Co-enrollment in MAT 091 will be required for students who do not attain the prerequisite scores.
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MAT 112 - Financial Mathematics Credits: 3(3-0)
Covers topics including pricing, taxes, insurance, interest, annuities, amortization, investments using financial calculators and spreadsheets. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA ≥ 61, or ACT Math ≥ 19 or SAT Math ≥ 500 or successful completion of MAT 050 (grade of C or better)
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MAT 120 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts: GT-MA1 Credits: 4(4-0)
Develops mathematical and problem-solving skills. Appropriate technological skills are included. Content is selected to highlight connections between mathematics and the society in which we live. Topics include set theory and logic, mathematical modeling, probability and statistical methods, and consumer mathematics. Additional content will include one topic in geometry, numeration systems, decision theory, or management science. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA ≥61 or ACT ≥19 or SA T≥500, or successful completion of MAT 050 (grade of C or better). Co-requisite(s): Students with Accuplacer scores EA 55-60, who are advised into MAT 120, are required to co-enroll in MAT 092.
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MAT 121 - College Algebra: GT-MA1 Credits: 4(4-0)
Includes a brief review of intermediate algebra, equations and inequalities, functions and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions, linear and non-linear systems; selection of topics from among graphing of the conic sections, introduction to sequences and series permutations and combinations, binomial theorem and theory of equations. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA ≥ 85 or higher, or ACT ≥ 23 (Math), SAT ≥500 score or successful completion of MAT 055 (grade of C or higher) Co-requisite(s): Students with Accuplacer 80-84 or who have not successfully completed MAT 055 with a grade of C or higher will be required to co-enroll in MAT 093
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MAT 122 - College Trigonometry: GT-MA1 Credits: 3(3-0)
Covers topics including trigonometric functions (with graphs and inverse functions), identities and equations, solutions of triangles, complex numbers, and other topics as time permits. This is a traditional prerequisite course to the calculus sequence. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MAT 121 with a grade of C or higher
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MAT 123 - Finite Mathematics: GT-MA1 Credits: 4(4-0)
Covers topics including functions, matrix algebra, linear programming, and an introduction to probability and counting techniques. Emphasis is on applications. This course may include other topics such as statistics when time permits. This course is primarily intended for business, life science, or social science majors. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA ≥ 61, ACT ≥ 19 , SAT ≥500 or successful completion of MAT 050 (grade of C or higher)
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MAT 125 - Survey of Calculus: GT-MA1 Credits: 4(4-0)
Includes derivatives, integrals, and their applications, with attention restricted to algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions for business, life science and/or social science majors. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion (grade of C or better) of MAT 121.
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MAT 135 - Introduction to Statistics: GT-MA1 Credits: 3(3-0)
Includes data presentation and summarization, introduction to probability concepts and distributions, statistical inference- estimation, hypothesis testing, comparison of populations, correlation and regression. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer ≥ EA 61 or ACT 19 or equivalent SAT 500, or successful completion of MAT 050 (grade of C or better)
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MAT 155 - Integrated Math I Credits: 3(3-0)
Engages students in the concepts of school mathematics, the course will include the recognition of numerical and geometric patterns and their application to a variety of mathematical situations; mathematical problem-solving, reasoning, critical thinking, and communication; algebraic thinking, representation, analysis, manipulation, generalizations and extensions. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA ≥ 61 or ACT 19, or SAT 500 or successful completion of MAT 050 (grade of C or better).
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MAT 156 - Integrated Math II Credits: 3(3-0)
Furthers MAT 155 concepts, the course will include fundamentals of probability, statistics, and Euclidean geometry. Mathematical problem-solving, reasoning, critical thinking and communication will continue to be an integral part of this sequence. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MAT 155 with a grade of “C” or higher
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MAT 166 - Pre-Calculus: GT-MA1 Credits: 5(5-0)
Reviews college algebra and college trigonometry intended for those planning to take calculus. Topics include algebraic manipulations, properties of algebraic and trigonometric functions and their graphs, trig identities and equations, conic sections, polar coordinates and parametric equations. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MAT 121 and MAT 122 (grade of C or higher)
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MAT 201 - Calculus I: GT-MA1 Credits: 5(5-0)
Introduces single variable calculus and analytic geometry. Includes limits, continuity, derivatives and applications of derivatives as well as indefinite and definite integrals and some applications. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MAT 121 and MAT 122 (grade of C or better).
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MAT 202 - Calculus II: GT-MA1 Credits: 5(5-0)
Continuation of single variable calculus which will include techniques of integration, polar coordinates, analytic geometry, improper integrals and infinite series. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of MAT 201 (grade of C or better)
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Mathematics - Developmental Studies |
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MAT 020 - Quantitative Literacy Lab Credits: 1 (0-1)
Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 050 Quantitative Literacy. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT 050 and/or any pre-requisites skills needed by the student. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer scores EA < 30 or AR < 40 Co-requisite(s): Co-enrollment in MAT 050
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MAT 025 - Algebraic Literacy Lab Credits: 1 (0-1)
Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 055 Algebraic Literacy. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT 055 and/or any pre-requisite skills needed by the student. For students with Accuplacer score EA 45-59, this course is a required co-requisite with MAT 055 Algebraic Literacy. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA 45-59. Co-requisite(s): Enrollment in MAT 055
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MAT 050 - Quantitative Literacy Credits: 4 (4-0)
Develop number sense and critical thinking strategies, introduce algebraic thinking and connect mathematics to real world applications. Topics in the course include ratios, proportions, percents, measurements, linear relationships, properties of exponents, polynomials, factoring, and math learning strategies. This course prepares students for Math for Liberal Arts, Statistics, Integrated Math and college level career math courses (non-stem majors). Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA 30-54 or AR ≥ 40 Co-requisite(s): Co-enrollment in MAT 020 is required for students with Accuplacer EA < 30 or AR < 40
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MAT 055 - Algebraic Literacy Credits: 4 (4-0)
Develops algebraic skills necessary for manipulating expressions and solving equations. Topics in the course include radicals, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, quadratic equations, absolute value equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations, related applications, and math learning strategies. This course prepares students for College Algebra and Finite Math (STEM courses) Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer EA 60-79 or MAT 050 with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite(s): Students with EA 45-59 who enroll in MAT 055 are required to co-enroll in MAT 025.
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MAT 091 - Applied Quantitative Lab Credits: 1 (0-1)
Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 103, MAT 107, MAT 108, MAT 109 or MAT 112. Topics covered in the course include those defined in MAT 103/107/108/109/112 and/or any pre-requisite skills needed by the student. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer scores EA < 60 or AR ≥ 40 Co-requisite(s): Students with Accuplacer scores EA < 60 or AR ≥ 40 who enroll in one of the following courses: MAT 103/107/108/109/112 (non-stem majors), are required to co-enroll in this course.
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MAT 092 - Quantitative Lab Credits: 1 (0-1)
Supports skill development for student registered in MAT 120, MAT 135, MAT 155 or MAT 156. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT 120/135/155/156 and/or any pre-requisite skills need by the student. Co-requisite(s): Students with Accuplacer scores EA 55-60 who are enrolled in MAT 120, are required to co-enroll in this course.
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MAT 093 - Algebra Lab Credits: 1 (0-1)
Supports skill development for students registered in MAT 121 or MAT 123. Topics covered in this course include those defined in MAT 121/123 and/or any pre-requisite skills needed by the student. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer scores EA 80-84 Co-requisite(s): Students with Accuplacer scores EA 80-84 who are enrolled in MAT 121 or MAT 123, are required to co-enroll in this course.
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Music |
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MUS 120 - Music Appreciation: GT-AH1 Credits: 3(3-0)
Covers the basic materials of music, musical forms, media, genres, and musical periods. Emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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MUS 121 - Music History: Medieval through Classical Period GT-AH1 Credits: 3(3-0)
Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, aesthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the Middle Ages through the Classical period. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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MUS 122 - Music History: Early Romantic Period to the Present GT-AH1 Credits: 3(3-0)
Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, aesthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the early Romantic period to the present. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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Nursing |
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NUA 101 - Nurse Aide Health Care Skills Credits: 4(3-1)
Prepares the student to perform the fundamental skills of the nurse aide. Basic nursing skills, communication skills, restorative services, personal care skills, safety and emergency care issues are covered. Includes knowledge and/or principles of asepsis, OSHA and HIPAA regulations. Ethical behaviors, cultural sensitivity and principles of mental health will be addressed, as well as patient/resident rights. Prerequisite(s): None.
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NUA 170 - Nurse Aide Clinical Experience Credits: 1(0-1)
Applies knowledge and skill gained in NUA 101 to patient care. Prerequisite(s): NUA 101 (grade of C or better).
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NUA 171 - Advanced Nurse Aide Clinical Credits: 1(0-1)
Prepares the student to move toward more independent functioning within the nurse aide scope of practice, in applying knowledge and skills gained in NUA 101 and NUA 170. The student will learn skills that enhance communication, cultural competency, end of life care, critical thinking, and organizational skills. Prerequisite(s): NUA 170 (grade of C or better).
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NUR 106 - Medical and Surgical Nursing Concepts Credits: 7(3.4-.3-3.3)
NUR 106 is the first medical/surgical nursing course. Building on NUR 109, this course provides for the acquisition of basic medical/surgical nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered care to a developmentally and culturally diverse adult patient population expereincing various medical/surgical interventions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings. 7 Credits (3.4 credits theory = 51 contact hours, .3 credits lab = 13.5 contact hours, 3.3 credits clinical = 148.5 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 109 and NUR 112
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NUR 109 - Fundamentals of Nursing Credits: 6(2-2-2)
Introduces the fundamental concepts necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to a diverse patient population while integrating legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Introduces caring, critical thinking, the nursing process, quality improvement, and communication used when interacting with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team, and relates evidence-based nursing practice. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and a variety of clinical settings providing care to stable patients with common health alterations. 6 Credits (2 credits theory = 30 contact hours, 2 credits lab = 90 contact hours, 2 credits clinical = 90 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): Admission to Nursing Program.
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NUR 112 - Basic Concepts of Pharmacology Credits: 2(2-0)
Overview of the basic principles of pharmacology including major drug classifications and prototypes of commonly used medications. Principles of medication administration include aspects of best practice for safe, quality, patient-centered care. Central points include safety, quality improvement factors in the administration of medications, patient teaching, and variations encountered when administering medications to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. 2 Credits (2 credits theory = 30 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): Admission to Nursing Program.
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NUR 150 - Obstetric and Pediatric Nursing Credits: 6(3.3-0.7-2)
Provides for the acquisition of maternal/child nursing theory, as well as application of mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, family-centered nursing care to childbearing families and children that is developmentally and culturally appropriate. Incorporates evidence-based practice, standards of practice, quality improvement, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and in a variety of maternal/child and pediatric clinical settings. 6 Credits (3.3 credits theory = 49.5 contact hours; .7 credit lab = 31.5 contact hours; 2 credits clinical = 90 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 109 and NUR 112 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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NUR 169 - Transition into Practical Nursing Credits: 4(2-2)
Provides the student with a transition into the role of the practical nurse. Emphasis will be placed on distinguishing the practical nurses defined scope of practice related to clinical practice, communication, nursing process, ethical/legal issues and leadership skills. The student practices in the role of the practical nurse in the associated clinical experience. 5 Credits (2 credits theory = 30 contact hours, 2 credits clinical = 90 contact hours).
This course will be necessary only if the student decides to apply for the NCLEX-PN Licensure Examination. Prerequisite(s): NUR 106, 109, 112, and 150.
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NUR 189 - Transition from LPN to ADN Credits: 4 (2-2)
Focuses on assisting the LPN to transition into a new role as an Associate Degree Nursing Student. Emphasis will be placed on roles and responsibilities of the ADN, nursing process, critical thinking, legal and ethical issues and nursing practice issues related to specialized skills and the care of special populations. The clinical focus will be care of the pediatric and obstetric client. 4 credits (2 credits theory = 30 contact hours; 2 credits clinical = 60 contact hours. All students who exited a PN program without completing NUR 150 or equivalent course will be required to complete this course prior to entry into the third semester of the program.
**Course availability will be summer semester – first year dependent on enrollment (must have 8 or more students). This course is offered at CCCS sister colleges and can be transferred to Lamar Community College. Assistance in locating this course offering will be provided, in the event that it is not being offered at LCC.
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NUR 206 - Advanced Concepts of Medical Surgical Nursing II Credits: 6.5(3-.5-3)
Builds on NUR 106 focusing on advanced concepts of nursing applied to care of patients with high acuity medical/surgical conditions. Builds on medical/surgical nursing theory, mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clincal reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to developmentally and culturally diverse adult patients. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse as applied in a variety of healthcare settings. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the nursing skills laboratory and in a variety of clinical settings. 6.5 Credits (3 credits theory = 45 contact hours, .5 credits lab = 22.5 contact hours and 3 credits clinical = 135 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 106, 109, 112, and 150
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NUR 211 - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Credits: 4(2.7-1.3)
Develops concepts of psychosocial integrity and emphasizes the function and responsibility of nursing in promoting and maintaining mental health of individuals and families. This course emphasizes communication and caring through the application of the therapeutic relationship and nursing process in the care and treatment of common psychiatric clinical conditions/disorders. 4 Credits (2.7 credit theory-40.5 contact hours, and 1.3 credits clinical = 60 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 106, 109, 112, 150, 206 and 212.
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NUR 212 - Pharmacology II Credits: 2(2-0)
Builds on previously introduced pharmacological concepts and applies that learning to pharmacologic therapy to provide safe, quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients with complex healthcare needs. Focuses on safety and quality improvement factors in the administration of medications within a variety of healthcare systems. Advanced dosage calculations included. (2 credits theory-30 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 106, 109, 112, and 150.
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NUR 216 - Adv. Concepts of Medical Surgical Nursing II Credits: 5(2.3-2.7)
A continuation of NUR 206, focuses on complex medical/surgical conditions of the high acuity patient. Builds on medical/surgical nursing theory, mental health concepts, communication, collaboration, caring, and critical thinking/clinical reasoning necessary for safe, patient-centered nursing care to developmentally and culturally diverse adult patients experiencing high acuity medical/surgical conditions. Incorporates evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the professional nurse as applied in the acute care and high acuity settings. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in a variety of clinical settings. 5 Credits (2.3 credits theory = 34.5 contact hours and 2.7credits clinical = 121.5 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 206, and 212.
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NUR 230 - Transition to Professional Nursing Credits: 4(1.6-2.4)
A seminar and practice capstone course that provides an integrative experience applying all dimensions of the professional nurse in the care of diverse patient populations across a variety of healthcare settings. All major concepts of the nursing program are addressed. Leadership and the management of multiple patients are emphasized. Application of knowledge and skills occurs in the clinical setting to facilitate an effective transition from student to registered professional nurse. 4 credits (1.6 credits theory = 24 contact hours; 2.4 credits clinical = 108 contact hours). Prerequisite(s): NUR 206, and 212 and successful completion of or co-enrollment in NUR 211 and NUR 216.
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Philosophy |
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PHI 111 - Introduction to Philosophy: AH3 Credits: 3(3-0)
Introduces significant human questions and emphasizes understanding the meaning and methods of philosophy. Includes human condition, knowledge, freedom, history, ethics, the future, and religion. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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PHI 112 - Ethics: AH3 Credits: 3(3-0)
Examines human life, experience, and thought in order to discover and develop the principles and values for pursuing a more fulfilled existence. Theories designed to justify ethical judgments are applied to a selection of contemporary personal and social issues. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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PHI 113 - Logic: AH3 Credits: 3(3-0)
Studies effective thinking using language-oriented logic. Provides tools and develops skills for creative and critical thinking. Emphasizes the development of decision-making and problem-solving. Prerequisite: recommend college level reading and writing skills. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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Physical Education |
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PED 100 - Fitness Concepts Credits: 1(0-1)
Focuses on providing information and guidelines for moving toward a more healthy lifestyle. Includes classroom instruction, an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program utilizing the equipment and exercise options available at the Fitness Center. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 102 - Weight Training I Credits: 1(0-1)
Offers basic instruction and practice in weight training. Students utilize weight training equipment in accordance to their abilities and goals. Emphasizes weight training equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, and basic program design for men and women. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 103 - Weight Training II Credits: 2(0-2)
Offers guided instruction and independent practice in weight training for men and women. Students practice various weight training techniques in accordance with their abilities. Emphasizes physiological considerations, equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, program design, and nutrition. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 104 - Cross Training Credits: 1(0-1)
Introduces basic cross-training techniques designed to improve physical work capacity of an individual. Enables the student to gain an understanding of the basic principles of cross training, the effects cross training has upon the body’s energy systems and muscles, program design and terminology. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 110 - Fitness Center Activity I Credits: 1(0-1)
Focuses on improving total fitness via an aerobic circuit training program. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Covers the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. Weight machines, stationary bicycles and computerized cardiovascular equipment are incorporated to elicit improvements in fitness. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 111 - Fitness Center Activity II Credits: 1(0-1)
Serves as an advanced course for individuals interested in reaching a higher level of total fitness via an aerobic circuit training program. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Focuses on the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. Weight machines, stationary bicycles, and computerized cardiovascular equipment are used to elicit improvements in fitness. Prerequisite(s): PED 110.
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PED 112 - Fitness Center Activity III Credits: 1(0-1)
Serves as an advanced exercise course designed for individuals interested in attaining a high level of total fitness. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Focuses on the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. The primary mode of training is Aerobic Circuit Training. The circuit training is supplemented with additional work on the specialized weight machines, dumbbells, treadmills, rowers, stair climbers, cross trainers, Nordic track, versa climbers, and running track available in the Fitness Center. Prerequisite(s): PED 111.
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PED 113 - Fitness Center Activity IV Credits: 1(0-1)
Focuses on advanced instruction designed for individuals interested in attaining a high level of total fitness. Includes an individual fitness evaluation, computerized analysis of results, and a prescribed exercise program. Focuses on the basic components of fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, and body composition. The primary mode of training is Aerobic Circuit Training. The circuit training is supplemented with additional work on the specialized weight machines, dumbbells, treadmills, rowers, stair climbers, cross trainers, Nordic track, versa climbers, and running track found in the Fitness Center. Prerequisite(s): PED 112.
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PED 143 - Yoga I Credits: 1(0-1)
Offers a guided instruction in yoga. Students practice yoga according to their individual fitness levels and abilities. Emphasizes enhancing general health and well being through the performance of yoga strength, flexibility, balance and relaxation techniques and exercises. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 144 - Yoga II Credits: 1(0-1)
Continues to build on the concepts of basic yoga. Increases awareness of yoga including physical and mental benefits. Prerequisite(s): PED 143 or instructor permission.
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PED 151 - Walking and Jogging Credits: 1(0-1)
Enables the student to understand the values in walking and jogging. Safety precautions and emphasis on personal programs are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 163 - Martial Arts I Credits: 1(0-1)
Introduces basic martial arts techniques and forms designed to improve the physical and mental capacity of an individual. Enables the student to gain an understanding of the basic philosophies and concepts around the martial arts and the approach to ethics. Provides a clear-cut guide for developing a powerful sense of character and will. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 200 - Swimming I Credits: 1
Teaches the fundamentals of swimming including the front crawl, elementary backstroke, backcrawl, and the fundamentals of treading water. Students may also be introduced to the breaststroke and side stroke and the basics of turning at a wall. This course is for the non-swimmer or novice swimmer looking to improve aquatic skill. Prerequisite(s): None
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PED 201 - Swimming II Credits: 1
Builds on PED 200 and enables the student to coordinate and refine the major swimming strokes. Examines the butterfly stroke, open turns and surface dives. Students develop endurance swimming using the primary swimming strokes. Prerequisite(s): PED 200.
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PED 202 - Golf I Credits: 1 (0-1)
Introduces a basic course in golf designed for those who have had little or no formal instruction or for those with some experience who are interested in improving some aspect of their game. Includes driving range, putting green, and on-course play. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 203 - Golf II Credits: 1 (0-1)
Covers skills designed for individuals with an advanced level of golfing skills who are interested in improving their game. Driving range, putting green, and on course instruction and play will be included. Use of woods, irons, wedges and putting will be stressed. All instruction will be by certified golf instructors. Prerequisite(s): PED 202
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PED 208 - Tennis I Credits: 1(0-1)
Introduces tennis and focuses on improving the skill level of the student. Emphasizes the elements of tennis including the rules of the game, ground strokes, serving, the various shots, and singles and doubles play and strategies. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 211 - Bowling Credits: 1(0-1)
Introduces bowling fundamentals to improve the student’s skill level. The primary emphasis is on teaching the student the elements of bowling, rules and regulations, footwork, courtesies, delivery, selection of ball, scoring, and team and individual competition. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 212 - Ultimate Frisbee Credits: 1(0-1)
Introduces and develops the basic techniques and strategies for Ultimate Frisbee. The class will use a tactical approach to teaching the basic of invasion game strategies, and develops basic forehand and backhand techniques for throwing and catching. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 230 - Volleyball I Credits: 1 (0-1)
Introduces and improves student skill level in volleyball. The primary emphasis is on teaching the student the elements of volleyball including rules, offensive and defensive play, passing, serving, setting, attacking, team play and game strategies. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 231 - Volleyball II Credits: 1 (0-1)
Introduces and improves student’s advanced skills in volleyball. The primary emphasis is on teaching students quick offensives and advanced defensive systems in order to play volleyball at a competitive level. Prerequisite(s): PED 230
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PED 232 - Baseball Credits: 1 (0-1)
Assesses the student’s skill level in baseball. Emphasizes skill testing and game participation. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 233 - Softball Credits: 1 (0-1)
Introduces and improves skill level in softball. Emphasizes the elements of softball including rules of play, variations of play, equipment, skill technique, and offensive and defensive play and strategies. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 234 - Basketball Credits: 1 (1-0)
Introduces basketball and focuses on improving student skill level. Emphasizes teaching the student the elements of basketball rules, offensive and defensive footwork, shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, team play, and game strategies. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 235 - Soccer Credits: 1 (0-1)
Gives the student the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in the subject of soccer, including history, governing organizations, laws of the game, skills techniques, offensive and defensive tactics and conditioning. Prerequisite(s): None.
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PED 237 - Varsity Sports Credits: 1(0-1)
Allows the student-athletes an opportunity to participate in a competitive varsity sports program. Prerequisite(s): None.
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Physics |
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PHY 105 - Conceptual Physics: GT-SC1 Credits: 4(2-2)
Focuses on mechanics, heat, properties of matter, electricity and magnetism, light and modern physics. Incorporates laboratory experience. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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PHY 107 - Energy Science and Technology with Lab: GT-SC1 Credits: 4(3-1)
Explores the science of energy and energy technologies, with a focus on renewable energy resources and clean technologies. It provides a background in the physics of energy, energy transfer, and the current state of technology. Students will evaluate the future utilization of renewable technologies. Activities may include investigating conservation of energy, mechanical, electrical, heat and fluid power systems; energy transfer and loss; understanding energy audits; testing solar collectors and wind generators; investigating hydrogen fuel cells. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher.
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PHY 111 - Physics: Algebra-Based I with Lab: GT-SC1 Credits: 5(3-2)
Enables the student to explore the truth about physical reality through reasoning, mathematics and experimentation. Examines kinematics, force, circular motion, energy, momentum, torque, rotational dynamics, simple harmonic motion, temperature, heat and thermodynamics. The concepts and theories presented are explored through demonstrations and hands-on experiments. It is a general physics course that is recommended for all of the health sciences and all other interested students. Students entering engineering or one of the advanced sciences should register for PHY 211. Prerequisite(s): Accuplacer RC 80 or higher or SS 95 or higher, or ACT English 18 or ACT Reading 17, or SAT Evidenced Based Read/Write 470, or successful completion of CCR 092 with grade of SC or higher. Pre/co-requisite(s): MAT 121.
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PHY 112 - Physics: Algebra-Based II with Lab: GT-SC1 Credits: 5(3-2)
Expands upon PHY 111 and covers sound waves, electric fields, electric circuits, magnetic fields, optics, and modern physics. Explores the concepts and theories presented in class through demonstrations and hands-on experiments. Prerequisite(s): PHY 111.
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