May 06, 2024  
Catalog/Handbook 2017-18 
    
Catalog/Handbook 2017-18 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • HSA 3160 - Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): HSA 3110
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides an examination of the role and function of marketing and public relations in healthcare organizations. Marketing concepts including market research, segmentation, branding, and advertising are reviewed. The fundamentals of public relations are considered, including defining, writing, and presenting information for healthcare organizations, as well as marketing to the public. The course focuses on processes within the healthcare system from an administrative perspective.



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  • HSA 3170 - Healthcare Accounting and Finance


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): HSA 3110
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides general information regarding the principle financial mechanisms in the U.S. healthcare industry and the critical financial issues the industry currently faces. The course provides students with a foundation in the use of financial tools, and the application of healthcare finances and analyses within the healthcare system.



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  • HSA 4192 - Health Informatics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): HSA 3110
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course focuses on the fundamentals of Health Management Information Systems (HMIS); the roles and responsibilities of management; the origin, storage, and uses of health information; data stewardship; the legal and regulatory environment of HMIS; and the basics of coding and reimbursement. Students engage in critical-thinking exercises to practice management and decision-support systems derived from health data accumulation.



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  • HSA 4502 - Healthcare Risk Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): HSA 3110
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course focuses on theories, concepts, and principles of healthcare risk management. Current trends and issues in using, designing, and managing healthcare risk management systems are examined. Students apply evidence-based information to analyze the design and implementation of healthcare risk management systems.



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  • HSA 4553 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): HSA 3110
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a survey of legal and ethical issues pertaining to healthcare administration. Topics include government regulation, medical liability, the professional-patient relationship, allocation of scarce resources, and end-of-life decisions.



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  • HSA 4922 - Capstone Experience: Healthcare Administration


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director. Permission is contingent upon successful completion of all program core courses except GEB 4891, and completion of all required specialization courses.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course integrates the information, skills, and abilities acquired throughout the Healthcare Administration Program in a capstone project. Utilizing case study methodology, the student completes a project that demonstrates excellence by applying skills and information gained from the core courses and materials studied throughout the program. Successful completion of the course requires demonstration of the achievement of program objectives and learning outcomes.



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  • HSC 1101 - Wellness: Nutrition, Personal Growth, and Fitness


    3 hours Lecture and Assessment, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides students with the information necessary to design, implement, and to adopt positive behavioral lifestyle changes concerning their personal growth in health and well-being. Topics include assessment of health behaviors, nutrition, and physical and mental well-being; stress management; alcohol and drug education; exercise; sexuality; and a variety of other components that relate to personal understanding of well-being. Students utilize assessment of current physical condition in the development of a personal fitness program. The course involves lecture and assessment, as well as some participation activities. Students cannot take both Wellness: Nutrition, Personal Growth, and Fitness (HSC 1101) and Wellness Concepts (HLP 1081) because of the duplicative nature of the course content.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a survey of the use of medical and anatomical terminology including word roots, suffixes, prefixes, and combining forms, as well as the definitions of terms, symptoms and pathologies, diagnostic and treatment procedures, laboratory tests, and abbreviations used in healthcare settings and reflected in medical documentation. This course emphasizes the proper usage of terms, as well as an analysis of how terms are connected (e.g., how symptoms, diagnostic tools, treatments, laboratory tests, and abbreviations are connected to particular pathological conditions). This course is recommended for students interested in entering careers in healthcare.



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  • HSC 2100 - Personal and Community Health


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course studies approaches to healthful living. Special emphasis is placed on the problems faced by college students regarding alcohol, drugs, and tobacco, as well as AIDS and other communicable diseases.



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  • HSC 2149 - Pharmacology for Health-Related Majors


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course involves the study of general pharmacology for health-related professionals, including the general principles of drug actions and reactions, major drug classes, representative drugs in each major drug class, side effects and contraindications of the most commonly prescribed drugs, and laboratory tests and values utilized in medicine. In addition, therapeutic and pharmacological classes of drugs, associated indications and contraindications of drug therapy, and related disease processes are described. This course covers drugs used in the treatment of the neurologic, respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, urinary, endocrine, reproductive, and immune systems, as well as other select body systems. This course is designed for AA students interested in health-related professions such as medicine and pharmacy.



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  • HSC 2400 - First Aid and Injuries


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of preventative and remedial principles of first aid and CPR, and includes lecture and laboratory practice in all phases of the program. This course is designed to award national certifications in Adult CPR, AED, Infant and Child CPR, and Standard First Aid.



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  • HSC 2554 - Basic Principles of Disease


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 1084C or BSC 2086C
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides an integrated approach to the understanding of specific human diseases. The course includes a survey of disease descriptions, etiologies, signs, symptoms, and diagnoses, as well as treatments, prognoses, and preventions of various diseases involving different systems.



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  • HSC 3624 - Foundations of Global Health


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): HSA 3110
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides general information regarding healthcare and healthcare delivery systems internationally. The course provides a comparison between healthcare delivery and health statues between the United States and other countries. The curriculum provides students with assessment tools to compare and contrast the benefits and deficiencies of the U.S. healthcare system as compared to other countries’ healthcare systems. The course prepares students to address the growing impetus to reform healthcare in the United States.



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  • HUM 2020 - Introduction to Humanities


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course, students study the humanities through interaction with creative achievements from the past in music, art, architecture, dramatic arts, literature, and philosophy. Students study the fundamental elements of each art form to participate, using both creativity and critical evaluation. Though this course emphasizes Western heritage, material within the curriculum represents diverse cultures from around the world and provides a global perspective.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • HUM 2250 - Contemporary Humanities


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course examines the role and effect of creativity for both the individual and society. Students study current examples of the creative process and the sources of influence for these pieces from the nineteenth century. Course studies include humanistic areas outside the Fine Arts.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • HUM 2310 - World Mythology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This is a lecture, discussion, and active-participation course that explores myth in ancient literature, drama, art, and music. The curriculum focuses on the universality, importance, and meaning of myth as seen in sociology, theology, anthropology, and psychology. Course content includes the hero, deities from around the world, creation stories, and mythical creatures.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • HUM 2322 - Women in Humanities


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a cultural and chronological approach to the contributions and influences of women throughout history, particularly those evidenced in art and culture. Additionally, this course emphasizes female luminaries such as the Classical poet Sappho, Byzantine empress Theodora, realist painter Rosa Bonheur, and modern dance innovator Martha Graham. This course may function as a second Humanities course, an elective, or as part of the Women’s Studies curriculum.



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  • HUM 2454 - Introduction to African-American Studies


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces the history, politics, arts, and culture of African Americans since the seventeenth century. This course surveys the beginnings of slavery, the rise of abolitionism, the social and economic causes of the Civil War, the development of Jim Crow, and the modern Civil Rights Movement, emphasizing influential African-American leaders in America. The course also surveys African-American cultural influences in the twentieth century including dance, theatre, film, literature, and music.



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  • HUM 2740 - Humanities Travel Study: Europe


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a cultural learning experience in the field of Humanities through a combination of travel to selected sites and academic seminars and lectures. The curriculum conforms with the guidelines established by the Florida Department of Education. Typically, participants engage in intensive seminars prior to the tour and attend on-site lectures by experienced guides during travel. Travelers seeking college credit are evaluated on the basis of participation and academic evidence such as projects, journals, and reports. The number of credit hours assigned (three or six) is determined by the length and intensity of the travel-study experience.



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  • HUM 2930 - Special Topics in Humanities


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces an area of Humanities studies that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

     



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  • HUN 1201 - Principles of Nutrition


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course presents a study of basic human nutrition. Topics include the study of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water, and electrolytes; the role of digestion, absorption, and metabolism in governing dietary needs; and the changes in nutritional needs throughout life. This course also discusses current nutritional issues, such as the guidelines for dietary planning, weight management, and eating disorders, as well as the nutritional care process and changes in diet that are associated with disease.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • IDH 2903 - Honors Program Directed Study


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Honors Program, completion of 9 credits of Honors Program courses, and permission of the Honors Program Coordinator.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides students in the Honors Program with the opportunity to work on an independent study project on a topic of interest under the direction of Honors Program faculty. The student must present a design of the study (prospectus) to the faculty member directing the coursework. Permission from the Honors Program Coordinator and the primary Directed Study faculty member is required for the project prior to registration for this course.



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  • INP 1390 - Human Relations in Business and Industry


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of problems in human relations as they apply to business and industry. This includes an analysis of how human behavior relates to activities with supervisors, peers, and subordinates. Role play, case studies, and outside reading for oral and written reports are elements of this course.



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  • ISC 1910 - STEM-Based Undergraduate Research


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least one 1000-level (or higher) majors-level course in a STEM-based subject adjacent to the field of research, and permission of the mentoring instructor.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides an opportunity to research extensively a topic of interest in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). The student gains experience with the scientific process through the development of an independent research project under the direction of a mentor with experience in the field. The student researches a topic individually, generates a hypothesis, develops an experimental design, collects data, writes a research paper, articulates analysis of the results of the research experience, and presents this information formally to the community for evaluation and critique. A final paper that incorporates discussion of the study or experiences is critiqued and revised for inclusion in the College archives. This course develops research and presentation skills used in upper-level education and within the competitive global market.

    Note: The STEM-based prerequisite should be a lab-based science course, or College Algebra (MAC 1105), or a higher-level math. This course may be repeated for credit with the approval of the Academic Dean and the mentoring instructor.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • ISM 2000 - Introduction to Management Information Systems


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): CGS 1100
    AA Elective: No
    This introductory course provides a fundamental overview of management information systems. The curriculum emphasizes the use of information systems for management decision making and the impact of information systems on business operations. Topics covered include the role of information systems in business, ethical considerations, communications, electronic commerce, database management, systems integration, and the software development life cycle.



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  • ISM 4011 - Management Information Systems


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the language, concepts, structures, and processes involved in management of information systems, including the fundamentals of computer-based technology and the use of business-based software for support of managerial decisions.



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  • JOU 1100 - Journalistic Writing I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course, students gain direct experience in journalism by writing and preparing both newspaper and magazine articles. Students apply classroom experience to actual publications in the laboratory portion of the course. This course is desirable for those who plan to work on college publications, as well as for students who wish to develop marketable manuscripts.



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  • LAE 3414 - Children’s Literature


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): EDF 3115 and EEX 3294
    AA Elective: No
    This course develops instructional strategies for teaching reading through the use of children’s literature. Identifying high-quality literature and infusing research-based instructional methods enables the teacher candidate to scaffold student learning and integrate reading components within comprehensive lesson plans. In addition to class meetings, field experience in a K-6 setting is required. This course is a Florida (2010) ESOL Endorsement competency-infused class.



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  • LIS 1002 - Information Research and Library Skills


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This is an introductory research course that focuses on the organization of the academic library and introduces skills needed to use print and electronic collections available to students at Polk State College libraries, and at Florida’s community colleges and public universities. Students study the typical organization of academic libraries and the nature of the services they provide; use the online catalogs to locate materials in library collections; and access and retrieve full-text articles available via electronic databases. This course includes research skills such as how to select and focus topics, how to formulate search strategies to retrieve relevant materials, and how to evaluate resources. Course skills are applicable to research performed in any public or private higher educational institution, or for lifelong learning.



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  • LIS 2004 - Research Strategies for College Students


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course develops the skills needed to use the Internet as a research tool, and focuses on methods of accessing relevant Internet-based resources including books, journals, newspapers, government documents, deep Web media, and other materials using online library catalogs and databases. Students explore effective search strategies and retrieve, evaluate, and cite Internet resources.

    This class is offered via the Internet. It is not a self-paced class; regular assignments are required. This class requires in-person testing in the TLCC or at another approved testing center with proctoring. 



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  • LIT 1000 - Introduction to Literature


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1102
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is an introduction to literature. Students read short stories, novels, poems, and plays by noted writers from America and other world cultures. Through lectures, class discussions, and films, students acquire an historical perspective of literature, gain knowledge of literary terms, participate in class discussions about selected works, and write original compositions about literary topics. This course enables students to interpret literature, find new resources for personal enrichment, and develop skills in writing about abstract themes and ideas.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • LIT 1201 - Current Interest Themes in Literature


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1102 or Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a survey of literary forms dealing with a specific theme. Themes of interest such as “Science Fiction Literature,” “Detective Literature,” or “American Western Literature” serve as a basis for this course. Students read, analyze, discuss, and prepare written assignments based on poetry, short story, novel, and drama selections that deal with the theme indicated. Themes are selected and announced on an annual basis. This course may be repeated for credit each time the theme topic is changed. (This course is offered periodically as student interest suggests a need.)

     



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  • LIT 2110 - World Literature through the Renaissance


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a survey of selected world literature before 1610 including excerpts from the Old Testament and New Testament, and authors such as Ovid, Sophocles, Sappho, Dante, Boccaccio, Homer, and Shakespeare. Through readings, discussions, films, and papers, students study major works and their authors in relation to historical and literary trends. This course begins with the ancient times and ends with the Renaissance. The student may take this course in sequence with World Literature: Renaissance to Present (LIT 2120) or individually.



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  • LIT 2120 - World Literature: Renaissance to Present


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a survey of selected masterpieces of world literature since 1610 including such authors as Rousseau, Moliere, Coleridge, Lord Byron, Flaubert, etc. Through readings, discussions, films, and papers, students study major works and their authors in relation to historical and literary trends. This course begins with The Age of Reason and continues to the modern period. The student may take this course in sequence with World Literature through the Renaissance (LIT 2110) or individually.



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  • LIT 2174 - Literature of the Holocaust


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1102 or Permission of Instructor
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of literary responses to the moral catastrophe of the Holocaust through various works including fiction, autobiographies, poetry, and essays by European and American writers. Emphasis is on analysis and interpretation of various prose and poetic forms, as well as students’ critical responses to them. The course explores the historical context of the Holocaust as well as shocking and uplifting non-fiction literature about those who survived within, perished in, or saved innocent people from the Nazi death camps.
     



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  • LIT 2380 - Women in Literature


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1102
    AA Elective: Yes
    This is an introductory course to literature written about women, as well as literature written by female writers. The course offers a contextual and analytical perspective on the portrayal of women and the female stereotypes generated through the ages. Readings include dramas, short stories, novels, and poetry from the classical to contemporary periods.



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  • LIT 2510 - Male and Female Images in Literature


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1102
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course explores the ways literature has depicted and perpetuated gender roles and stereotypes. Readings include dramas, short stories, novels, and poetry from the classical to contemporary periods.



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  • LIT 2930 - Special Topics in Literature


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of an area in literature that is not given in-depth coverage in other courses. The specialized topics and course content vary by semester, instructor, and section. The class schedule specifies the content each semester. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.

     



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  • MAC 1105 - College Algebra


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 1033, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is intended for students whose programs of study require a strong background in college algebra, or those who need preparation for more advanced mathematics courses. Topics include general properties of functions; the graphs of linear, absolute value, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions; equations and inequalities associated with these functions; graphs and equations of circles; and systems of equations and inequalities. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or equivalent) is required.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • MAC 1114 - Trigonometry


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAC 1105, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is intended for those students whose programs of study require trigonometry, or those who are preparing for higher mathematics. Topics include properties and graphs of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations and trigonometric identities, solutions of triangles, as well as applications of trigonometry to vectors, complex numbers, and polar graphs. A graphing calculator (e.g., TI-83, TI-84, or an equivalent) is highly recommended.



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  • MAC 1140 - Precalculus Algebra


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAC 1105, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is intended for students whose programs of study require advanced algebra, or those who need preparation for Calculus I (MAC 2311). Topics include properties of functions and relations; the study of polynomial, rational, piecewise-defined, exponential, and logarithmic functions; systems of equations; matrices; mathematical induction; sequences and series; the binomial theorem; and conic sections. A graphing calculator (e.g., TI-83, TI-84, or an equivalent) is highly recommended.



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  • MAC 1147 - Precalculus Algebra/Trigonometry


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of B or better in MAC 1105, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course satisfies the dual requirements of Precalculus Algebra (MAC 1140) and Trigonometry (MAC 1114), and thus prepares the student for Calculus I (MAC 2311). Precalculus topics include the study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and piecewise-defined functions; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; mathematical induction; conic sections; and sequences and series. Trigonometry topics include the study of the trigonometric functions and inverse trigonometric functions and their graphs, as well as identities, applications of trigonometry, vectors, complex numbers, polar graphs, and solutions of triangles and parametric equations. This course requires that students devote time to an intensive study of these topics. A graphing calculator (e.g., TI-83, TI-84, or an equivalent) is highly recommended.



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  • MAC 2233 - Applied Calculus I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAC 1105, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides the calculus needed by students in business, technologies, social sciences, and other areas that do not require a complete, detailed study of calculus. It is not intended as the first course in a complete series or as a substitute for a complete course in calculus. Topics include a study of limits and rate of change, as well as differentiation and integration of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions with particular emphasis on applications. This course is not designed to satisfy the calculus requirement for students majoring in mathematics, science, or engineering. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or equivalent) is required.



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  • MAC 2311 - Calculus I


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A student may place into this course via an appropriate score on the placement exam, earn a grade of C or better in both MAC 1114 and MAC 1140, or earn a C or better in MAC 1147.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of limits, differentiation and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions; and applications involving the analysis of graphs, optimization, approximation, and rates of change. This course is essential to students majoring in mathematics, science, or engineering programs. Success in this course depends on a strong foundation in algebra, plane geometry, and trigonometry, and a willingness to devote ample time to studying and working problems.



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  • MAC 2312 - Calculus II


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2311
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a continuation of Calculus I (MAC 2311) and provides a study of differentiation and integration of transcendental functions, calculus in polar coordinates, applications of integration in geometry and physics, various integration techniques, and infinite series.



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  • MAC 2313 - Calculus III


    5 hours Lecture, 5 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2312
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a continuation of Calculus II (MAC 2312) and provides a study of vector and multiple-variable calculus. The curriculum includes topics such as vectors and geometry of curves and surfaces, vector analysis, partial differentiation, multiple integration, and applications.



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  • MAE 3310 - Elementary Mathematics: Grades K-6


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to BS in Elementary Education Program
    AA Elective: No
    This course prepares teacher candidates for mathematics content applicable to K-6 Florida Standards and Mathematical Practices. With a focus on problem-solving strategies, manipulative processes, inquiry-based mathematics, number theory, and systems of operations, the teacher candidates investigate the following areas of mathematics: cardinality and counting, numbers and operations in base 10, fractional operations and representations, algebraic thinking, geometry and measurements, and proportional reasoning (including statistics and probability). Practical application includes creating and teaching mini-lessons using mathematics content.



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  • MAN 1942 - Supply Chain Management Internship


    1 hour Lecture, 6 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101; MTB 1103 or MAT 1033; TRA 1154; and the approval of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a supervised, selected, and planned work-based experience that provides an opportunity to enhance workplace skills related to career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. Depending upon course credit, a minimum of 75-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the internship. In addition to on-site work, the student meets with the Internship Instructor during the internship period and completes all requirements indicated by the program.



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  • MAN 2021 - Principles of Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course surveys the principles of management as a creative profession and focuses on aspects of management that underlie problem solving relating to planning, organization, staffing, leading, directing, and controlling. The characteristics of a sound management philosophy are identified in the course.

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • MAN 2043 - Principles of Quality Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the principles, techniques, and basic tools of quality and business process improvement used by organizations. Topics include continuous process improvement, performance measures, Statistical Process Control, and benchmarking, as well as the use of various management tools to achieve continuous process improvement and customer satisfaction. This course explores how various tools are implemented to aid in quality and process improvement in the supply chain.



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  • MAN 2300 - Introduction to Human Resource Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course examines the Human Resource department’s role in a business organization as it relates to the staffing function of management. Attention is given to the Human Resource department’s responsibilities relating to recruiting, hiring and orientation, as well as employee development, appraisal, training, compensation, and career development.



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  • MAN 2440 - Negotiation Skills


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces the principles, techniques, and tactics of effective business negotiations. The curriculum emphasizes the study of negotiation variables and the negotiation process, as well as the strategies and tactics used in conflict resolution and transactional differences. Students develop and utilize effective negotiation skills that can be used in a variety of situations.



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  • MAN 2500 - Operations Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: No
    This course introduces students to operations management techniques including their application to functional areas of the business enterprise and operations control. Topics include the design and management of production operations including productivity, strategy, capacity planning, location, layout, resource management, just-in-time systems, materials requirement planning, and project management. Students apply information to demonstrate decision-making skills and problem-solving abilities in an operations management environment.



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  • MAN 2930 - Special Topics in Supply Chain Management


    1-3 hours Lecture, 1-3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): TRA 1154
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an in-depth analysis of current issues, problems, and systems in logistics and supply chain management, with an emphasis on new theoretical and methodological developments. Specific topics vary depending upon current industry developments. This course, in different content areas, may be repeated for credit.



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  • MAN 2941 - Management Practicum


    1 hour Lecture, 2 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Business Administration (Management) Program; completion of ENC 1101; completion of MGF 1106 or MAC 1105; and approval of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a selected and planned, work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. Depending upon course credit, a minimum of 75-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of the course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course should be completed during the last term before graduation. This course is designed for students in the Business Administration (Management) AS degree program (AS-25031) and the Business Administration and Management AAS degree program (AAS-A5041).



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  • MAN 2942 - Management Practicum


    3 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101; MGF 1106 or MAC 1105; and permission of Program Director.
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a selected and planned, work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. A minimum of 75-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of the course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course should be completed during the last term before graduation and is only for students in the AS-25031 Business Administration (Management) Program.

     



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  • MAN 3063 - Ethical Issues in Organizations


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of ethical behavior within organizations and its influences regarding people, products, services, and the work environment. Students examine and explore the appropriate roles of individuals, organizations, and government as these entities relate to society. A case study approach is used to focus on the significant ethical and social responsibility issues facing today’s organizational leaders.



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  • MAN 3240 - Organizational Behavior


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of individual and group behavior in organizations. Students develop skills and methods relating to effective organization management. Course content includes the importance of group motivation and group dynamics, conflict resolution, goal setting and rewards, effective job design, and factors related to work stress, power, and politics. Discussion also explores organizational change and development for managing a successful organization.



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  • MAN 3303 - Leadership and Management Practices


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course incorporates leadership skill development as it relates to the core aspects of management practice. Emphasis is on developing a solid leadership foundation while focusing on the demands and opportunities in a dynamic workplace. Discussion and application of leadership theories allow for skill formation and development of leadership abilities.



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  • MAN 4162 - Customer Relations in Business


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course examines relationship building for all customers of an organization. The impact of culture and diversity on business relationships is discussed, as well as strategies for successful negotiation and promotion of the organization through media relations.



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  • MAN 4301 - Human Resource Management


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 3303
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a study of all aspects of human resource management including recruitment, selection, retention, turnover, benefits and compensation, performance, training and development, policies, and procedures. The curriculum provides a study of employment law, labor relations, and employee relations. Discussion includes the importance of strategies for future planning, networking, and partnering through professional certifications.



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  • MAN 4504 - Operational Decision Making


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): QMB 3600
    AA Elective: No
    This course focuses on the application of management systems, project management, and quantitative principles and techniques for the effective planning and utilization of resources within an organization. Emphasis is placed on managerial decision making for the improvement of operational processes and productivity.
     



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  • MAN 4900 - Capstone Experience: Business Administration


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director. Permission is contingent upon successful completion of all program core courses except GEB 4891, and completion of all required specialization courses.
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides an opportunity for the student to complete a professional project and apply information and skills studied in core and concentration program courses under the direction of the professor. Successful completion of the course requires demonstration of achievement of the program’s learning outcomes. This course should be completed in the last term before graduation.



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  • MAN 4940 - Management Internship


    1 hour Lecture, 15 hours Practicum, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to a BAS Supervision and Management Program; and completion of GEB 3213, MAN 3303, and MAN 3240.
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides the student with a supervised, practical learning experience within a workplace setting that is relevant to his or her field of study. Through class assignments and supervised projects, the student gains insight into the operations of an organization. The internship enables the student to apply classroom learning to the workplace and to expand his or her professional skills. This course consists of integrated classroom study along with practical work experience. Internships are provided on an “as available” basis.



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  • MAP 2302 - Differential Equations


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2312
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course emphasizes analytical, graphical, and numerical methods of studying and solving ordinary differential equations. Topics include: first and second order differential equations, systems of differential equations, methods of Laplace transform and power series, and the application of differential equations to physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. The material is appropriate for students majoring in mathematics, engineering, or science.



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  • MAR 2011 - Principles of Marketing


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a study of the functions, institutions, and methods of marketing goods and services. The curriculum relates marketing to the total economic structure and emphasizes the importance of the consumer as the center of focus. This course constitutes a broad overview of the research, planning, development, organization, and implementation of marketing functions associated with meeting the needs of manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, industrial and governmental entities, and final consumers.



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  • MAR 2941 - Marketing Practicum


    1 hour Lecture, 6 hours Lab, 2 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101 and MTB 1103, and approval of the Program Director.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a selected and planned work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through a supervised practical experience related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. Depending upon course credit, a minimum of 75-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of the course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course should be completed during the last term before graduation.



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  • MAR 2942 - Marketing Practicum


    3 hours Practicum, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENC 1101; completion of MGF 1106 or MGF 1105; and permission of Program Director.
    AA Elective: No
    This course is a selected and planned, work-based experience that provides students with an opportunity to enhance workplace skills through supervised practical experiences related to their career objectives. Work site, supervision, and objectives are to be approved by the Program Director. A minimum of 50-clock hours of work-site training and supervision are required to complete the practicum. The Program Director (and/or instructor) evaluates student performance based upon completion of the course objectives and feedback provided by the work-site supervisor. This course should be completed during the last term before graduation and is only for students in the AS-25032 Business Administration (Marketing) Program.



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  • MAR 4802 - Managerial Marketing


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Upper-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the marketing information and skills necessary for the successful management of an organization. Students research and discuss marketing concepts, including the development and execution of marketing strategies. The course focuses on formulating a marketing strategy for a variety of enterprises including business-to-business, business-to-government, and public service organizations.



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  • MAT 0018 - Developmental Mathematics I


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    AA Elective: No
    This course provides a study of the arithmetic skills necessary for algebra. Students practice and apply basic algebraic skills to solve linear equations, proportions, geometry problems, and applications involving percent. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 0028 - Developmental Mathematics II


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 0018, an appropriate placement examination score, or developmental education exemption.
    AA Elective: No
    This course is for students who possess basic arithmetic skills but need to refresh skills in algebra to enable success in college-level mathematics. The algebra topics include linear equations and inequalities, operations on polynomials, factoring, exponents, radicals, rational expressions, graphing, and applications. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 0055 - Developmental Mathematics Module (1 credit)


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement examination score
    AA Elective: No
    This course is designed to satisfy the requirements of upper-level developmental mathematics in modular format. A student scoring in a specific range on the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.) is administered a diagnostic test to identify skills for an individualized learning plan such that he or she works only on skills not yet mastered. Possible topics in the learning plan include linear equations and inequalities, operations on polynomials, factoring, exponents, radicals, rational expressions, graphing, and applications. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 0056 - Developmental Mathematics Module (2 credits)


    2 hours Lecture, 2 credits
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement examination score
    AA Elective: No
    This course is designed to satisfy the requirements of upper-level developmental mathematics in modular format. A student scoring in a specific range on the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (P.E.R.T.) is administered a diagnostic test to identify skills for an individualized learning plan such that he or she works only on skills not yet mastered. Possible topics in the learning plan include linear equations and inequalities, operations on polynomials, factoring, exponents, radicals, rational expressions, graphing, and applications. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 0057-1 - Essential Math 1


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Developmental Education
    AA Elective: No
    This is the first of three one-credit courses comprising Essential Math (MAT 0057). Using a modular format, this course provides a study of the arithmetic and algebra skills that enable success in college-level mathematics. The student takes a diagnostic test before beginning each module to identify skills for an individualized learning plan, such thathe or she works only on skills not yet mastered before continuing to the next module. Possible topics in the learning plan include whole number and integer operations, linear equations, and fractions. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 0057-2 - Essential Math 2


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 0057-1
    AA Elective: No
    This is the second of three one-credit courses comprising Essential Math (MAT 0057). Using a modular format, this course provides a study of the arithmetic and algebra skills that enable success in college-level mathematics. The student takes a diagnostic test before beginning each module to identify skills for an individualized learning plan, such that he or she works only on skills not yet mastered before continuing to the next module. Possible topics in the learning plan include decimals, proportions, percent, geometry, linear equations, inequalities, exponents, and polynomials. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 0057-T - Essential Math 3


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Developmental Education
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 0057-2
    AA Elective: No
    This is the third and last of three one-credit courses comprising Essential Math (MAT 0057). Using a modular format, this course provides a study of the arithmetic and algebra skills that enable success in college-level mathematics. The student takes a diagnostic test before beginning each module to identify skills for an individualized learning plan, such that he or she works only on skills not yet mastered before continuing to the next module. Possible topics in the learning plan include factoring, rational expressions, graphing, and radicals. Credit in this course does not count toward graduation.



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  • MAT 1033 - Intermediate Algebra


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 0028, MAT 0056, or MAT 0057-T; an appropriate placement examination score; or developmental education exemption.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides the foundation for higher-level courses in algebra through the development of algebraic skills, as well as examination of the basic mathematical principles underlying those skills. The course topics include factoring, rational expressions, linear and quadratic equations, rational exponents, radical expressions, graphing, systems of equations and inequalities, complex numbers, rational equations, functions, proportion and variation, and applications.



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  • MAT 1100 - Introduction to College Mathematics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 0028 or MAT 0057-T, an appropriate placement examination score, or developmental education exemption.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a foundation for students preparing to take Topics in Mathematics (MGF 1106) or Explorations in Mathematics (MGF 1107). Emphasis is placed on the application of linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, and systems of linear equations. Topics also include real numbers and their properties, products and factoring, and graphs and functions, as well as an introduction to probability, statistics, and financial mathematics. Students who have obtained credit for Intermediate Algebra (MAT 1033) need not take this course. Students who complete this course are not eligible to enroll in College Algebra (MAC 1105) without meeting other prerequisites.



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  • MCB 2010C - Microbiology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 hours Lab, 4 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): BSC 1005C, BSC 1010C, or BSC 2085C
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is designed to provide a background in basic microbiology for students in allied health fields. Within each microbial group, pathogenic microorganisms are studied, including their effect on the human body, as well as their spread and control. The curriculum also includes microbial genetics, virology, and immunology. Laboratory exercises reinforce principles discussed in lecture and teach basic microbiological procedures such as aseptic technique and media preparation, as well as isolation, cultivation, and staining of selected microbes. Biochemical characteristics of microbes are also studied with regard to their importance in identification of disease.



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  • MET 1010 - Introduction to Meteorology


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading, writing, and mathematics.
    AA Elective: Yes
    Students apply techniques in scientific investigation through observation, measurement, analysis, and prediction as applied in the study of the physical laws governing the dynamics of the atmosphere, weather processes, and climate systems. Topics include, but are not limited to, developments of weather fronts, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes, as well as socio-environmental issues such as air pollution, global warming, and the ozone hole.



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  • MGF 1106 - Topics in Mathematics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 1033 or MAT 1100, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces students to non-algebraic principles, probability, descriptive statistics, geometry, numeration systems (including the metric system), and deductive and inductive reasoning. A scientific calculator is required (graphing calculators are allowed).

    This course is also offered in Honors format. For Honors Program sections, Honors Program permission is required.



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  • MGF 1107 - Explorations in Mathematics


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 1033 or MAT 1100, or appropriate placement examination score.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is designed for students who do not intend to take other mathematics courses, except perhaps Topics in Mathematics (MGF 1106). The course introduces students to several engaging areas in applied mathematics such as financial mathematics, numbers and number systems, the history of mathematics, elementary number theory, graph theory, apportionment, and voting methods.



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  • MKA 2021 - Principles of Selling


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    In this course, students investigate the principles and problems inherent in personal selling including prospecting, pre-approach, approach, and demonstration, as well as handling objections, and managing the closing and follow-up skills. Students study the proper attitudes and personal characteristics needed for dealing successfully with the public on a business, personal, and professional basis.



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  • MKA 2041 - Principles of Retailing


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides an analysis of the development, present status, and trends of retailing. The course focuses on the major functions of retailing including store organization, policies, planning, personnel, layout, buying, merchandising, pricing, promotion, and control, as well as the special challenges associated with the field of retailing.



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  • MKA 2511 - Advertising


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides a comprehensive study of the use of promotional strategies and marketing communications to achieve marketing objectives. Emphasis is placed on promotional objectives, product positioning, media selection, budgeting, and measurement of promotional effectiveness. Students develop their own coordinated promotional programs in this course.



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  • MMC 1000 - Communications and the Mass Media


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course studies communication processes of the mass media including historical issues, controls, ethics, and responsibilities. The curriculum covers the current effects of communications technology on education and society.



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  • MSL 1001 - Leadership and Personal Development


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): Cadets contracted in the ROTC Program must also take the Leadership Lab (one credit hour) in conjunction with this course.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students relate life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. The course focuses on Army leadership dimensions while gaining a big-picture understanding of ROTC, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.



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  • MSL 1001L - Leadership Lab I


    2 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite courses. Students perform exercises structured to produce success in military operations such as rapid decision making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, and concern for others, as well as first aid skills, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions.



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  • MSL 1002 - Introduction to Tactical Leadership


    1 hour Lecture, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): Cadets contracted in the ROTC Program must also take the Leadership Lab (one credit hour) in conjunction with this course.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course discusses leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, solving problems, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Students explore the dimensions of leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. This course emphasizes recruitment and retention of students. Additionally, activities focus on the use of Cadre role models and the building of stronger relationships among the students through common experience and practical interaction.



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  • MSL 1002L - Leadership Lab II


    2 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite courses. Students perform exercises structured to produce success in military operations such as rapid decision making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, and concern for others, as well as first aid skills, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions.



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  • MSL 2101 - Innovative Team Leadership


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): Cadets contracted in the ROTC Program must also take the Leadership Lab (one credit hour) in conjunction with this course.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles through examination of team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework (trait and behavior theories). Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building as they plan, execute, and assess team exercises and participate in Leadership Labs. Students develop leadership values and attributes through study of Army rank, structure, and duties, as well as basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies provide tangible context for learning the Soldier’s Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE).



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  • MSL 2101L - Leadership Lab III


    2 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite courses. Students perform exercises structured to produce success in military operations such as rapid decision making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, and concern for others, as well as first aid skills, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions.



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  • MSL 2102 - Fundamentals of Tactical Leadership


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Corequisite(s): Cadets contracted in the ROTC Program must also take the Leadership Lab (one credit hour) in conjunction with this course.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex Contemporary Operating Environment (COE). The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. This course provides a smooth transition into upper-level military science courses. Students demonstrate greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies provide insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.



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  • MSL 2102L - Leadership Lab IV


    2 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite courses. Students perform exercises structured to produce success in military operations such as rapid decision making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, and concern for others, as well as first aid skills, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions.



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  • MSL 2401 - U.S. Military History


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course discusses the development and operations of the American military system from the Colonial period to the present. The curriculum focuses on the evolution of professionalism in the American military and the place of the American military in society.



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  • MUC 1101 - Introduction to Music Composition and Arranging


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing; and completion of MUT 1111 or MUS 1360.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course provides foundational studies in sound manipulation as it applies to the creation of music and to techniques for composing and arranging music. Special emphasis is placed on techniques for music composition and formatting software.



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  • MUH 2110 - Music History and Literature


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): MUT 1111 and MUT 1241
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is a survey of music history and literature from the Middle Ages to the present. Emphasis is placed on musical forms and performing mediums from Western heritage and the development of these elements through the ages.



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  • MUL 1010 - Music Appreciation


    3 hours Lecture, 3 credits
    Lower-Division College Credit
    Prerequisite(s): Requires placement at the college level or satisfaction of developmental education requirements in reading and writing.
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course discusses the historical development of music and involves the analysis of form and style, as well as a survey of the lives of some of the great composers and their works. The course provides students with a basis for intelligent listening and a more thorough understanding of music.

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  • MUN 1140 - Symphonic Band


    3 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is designed for students who play band instruments and wish to continue their experiences in instrumental music. Students grow in musicianship, practice reading skills, and perform a wide range of selected instrumental literature. Registration is open to all students, and is especially recommended for music majors. This course may be repeated for credit.



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  • MUN 1310 - Concert Choir


    3 hours Lab, 1 credit
    Lower-Division College Credit
    AA Elective: Yes
    This course is open to all students of the College. Students perform representative literature from various choral periods, both sacred and secular. These performances are both accompanied and a cappella. Students in this course provide several public performances throughout the year. This course may be repeated for credit.



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