Liberal Arts

EN121

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MA 80 Fundamentals of Mathematics
MA 142 Geometry and the Art of Design
MA 300 The Mathematics of Financial Life Management
PL 211 Informal Logic: A Guide to Clear Thinking
SC 121 Introduction to Biological Science
SC 253 Ecology and Environmental Problems
SC 326 Human Nutrition
SP 111 Spanish I
SP 112 Spanish II
SS 151 Global Power and Politics
SS 171 Introductory Sociology
SS 201 Contemporary Issues in Economics
SS 237 Industrial Psychology

MA 80
Fundamentals of Mathematics
4.0 credits
In state $880.00 Out of state $2644.00

This is a basic mathematics course with an emphasis on applications. This course reviews such topics as fractions, percents, decimals, ratios and proportions, rounding and estimating, measurement systems, linear equations and inequalities, and systems of linear equations. It is designed to provide the necessary skills for credit-bearing mathematics and sciences courses. Prerequisite(s): SAT scores of 530 or above will not require this course. ACT scores of 23 and above will not require this course.

MA 142
Geometry and the Art of Design
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

A contemporary primer of geometric topics that expand the concepts of shape and space, this course presents some of the established and emerging ways geometry can provide tools and insights for artists and designers. Included are a variety of visual phenomena such as fractals, knots, mazes, symmetry, and the golden ratio. (G2: Mathematics) Prerequisite(s): mathematic proficiency (see beginning of mathematics section)

MA 300
The Mathematics of Financial Life Management
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

Uses advanced mathematical and statistical techniques to analyze select topics in personal finance. Includes exploration into annuity analysis, regression methods, and time series analysis. Application areas involve managing credit cards, paying back student loans, and choosing a stock. Uses computers to analyze and interpret financially based data. (G2: Mathematics) Prerequisite(s): mathematic proficiency (see beginning of Mathematics section).

PL 211
Informal Logic: A Guide to Clear Thinking
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Introduction to practical techniques for evaluating, criticizing, and defending arguments using ordinary English. Both deductive and inductive reasoning are considered, and how to recognize Fallacies is emphasized. Stresses techniques for producing good arguments of many types. (G7: Humanities)

 

Introduction to Biological Science
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Examines the fundamentals of biology with emphasis on molecular, cell, and organismal biology. Biotic diversity, evolution, and genetics are also presented. (G3: Natural Sciences) Prerequisite(s): mathematic proficiency (see beginning of Science section)

SC 253
Ecology and Environmental Problems
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Introduces principles and applications of ecosystem, community, and population ecology, with particular emphasis on the effects of human activities on the natural environment. Current problems in acidification, conservation biology, desertification, global climate change, habitat destruction, ozone depletion, waste management, and pollution are addressed. (G3: Natural Sciences) Prerequisite(s): mathematic proficiency (see beginning of Science section)

SC 326
Human Nutrition
3.0 credits
In state $897.00 Out of state $2712.00
Online: In state $942.00 Out of state $2757.00

Studies the basic principles of nutritional science, including the relationships between health, disease, and special nutritional requirements. History, fads, and Fallacies of nutrition are covered. (G3: Natural Sciences) Prerequisite(s): mathematic proficiency (see beginning of Science section)

SP 111
Spanish I
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This introductory course enables students with no background in Spanish to communicate with Spanish-speaking people. The basic skills of speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish are established and the cultures where Spanish is spoken are introduced. Teacher-instructed multimedia laboratory sessions reinforce skills learned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language)

SP 112
Spanish II
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Students expand upon the skills established in Spanish I and continue to study the cultures where Spanish is spoken. Teacher-instructed multimedia language laboratory sessions reinforce skills learned in the classroom. (G8: Foreign Language) Prerequisite(s): SP 111 or equivalent

SS 151
Global Power and Politics
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course is designed to give students an understanding of world politics by examining historical and current events and issues. It explores topics of international relations – origins of wars, conditions for peace, and conflicts over wealth and resources. Students will learn how international actors interact with each other. (G4: Social Sciences; G9: Other World Civilizations)

SS 171
Introductory Sociology
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Study of patterned social behavior and the interrelationships between individual life experience and the social structure that helps to shape it. (G4: Social Sciences)

SS 201
Contemporary Issues in Economics
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

This course covers leading contemporary economic problems, with specific topics chosen from current and recent policy debates such as immigration, health care reform, national debt and executive pay. The objective is to provide a critical economics perspective about these issues, utilizing economic reasoning, theory, and principles. (G4: Social Sciences). Prerequisite(s): SS 141

SS 237
Industrial Psychology
3.0 credits
In state $660.00 Out of state $1983.00
Online: In state $705.00 Out of state $2028.00

Applies psychological principles to issues in the workplace. Personnel selection, training, leadership, motivation, job satisfaction, performance appraisal, and stress are explored to provide future leaders, managers, and technical specialists with information and skills to enhance their interpersonal and organizational effectiveness. (G4: Social Sciences)