Courses
This is an introductory course emphasizing the appreciation of the visual arts through the study of the art and architecture of various geographical areas and cultures throughout history from antiquity through contemporary artists. A select number of significant artists, artistic movements, and cultures are covered. The course examines how art reflects and influences cultures throughout history. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111.
Corequisites: None
This is an introductory course providing studio instruction in drawing. Students work in graphite, charcoal, pastels, and other drawing media. Composition, subject matter, rendering, proportion, and perspective are explored. The documentation of work in digital media and development of a portfolio are covered. The student is responsible for materials required for
Credits:
2
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course is a survey of the basic concepts of life science with emphasis on the human cell, tissues, and organ system functions and the relationship between humans and the environment. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
This general education course utilizes scientific inquiry to evaluate bioethical and environmental issues. The relationship between living beings and the physical environment is explored through studies in cell biology, genetics, evolution, plant and animal classification, and ecology. Lecture 4 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 6 hours per week.
Credits:
5
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111 and MATH 02 or placement of MATH 153/Math 161 or higher
Corequisites: None
This course examines the relationship between man and the environment through studies of ecological principles, human overpopulation, resource depletion, and pollution. The course is recommended for non-science majors to fulfill the General Education requirement for a laboratory science or may be used to fulfill the valuing component of the General Education requirement. Lecture 4 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 6 hours per week.
Credits:
5
Semester(s):
Fall
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
This course emphasizes cell, tissue, and organ system function. Discussions focus on a system approach to human health and disease throughout the world. Students explore how biological processes, interacting with psychological and social factors, contribute to human health and disease. This course is designed for non-science majors. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
A course designed for biology majors and pre-professionals covering cell structure and function, the molecular basis of genetics, cellular energy systems, taxonomy, evolution, ecosystems, and ecology. Laboratories will include group projects, case studies, and laboratories related to current topics in biology. Lecture 4 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 6 hours per week.
Credits:
5
Semester(s):
Spring
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or CHEM 111 and ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
