Academic Catalog 2023-2024

Academic Catalog 2023 - 2024

MAT 0031 Mathematic Strategies 3 credits Computational review and practice prepare students for the demands of college-level math through a focus on whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions, practical applications, and word problems. Students will learn to use a basic scientific calculator to facilitate learning and provide assistive technology. This course may be required as a prerequisite to MAT 1901. (This course does not satisfy a General Education requirement in Math or elective credit for the associate’s or bachelor’s degree). MAT 1901 General Education Mathematics 3 credits A general education course designed to provide a solid foundation in the basics of college mathematics. Real-life applications, conceptual understanding, problem-solving, using technology appropriately, and critical thinking are emphasized and integrated throughout the course. MAT 1906 Intermediate Algebra 3 credits An introduction to solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, radical and rational expressions and equations, and functions and graphs. Topics in exponential equations and sequences are also included. This course emphasizes contemporary application problems. Satisfactory completion of placement test is required. (This course does not satisfy a General Education requirement in Math; used only for general elective credit). MAT 1907 College Algebra 3 credits An in-depth treatment of solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, radical and rational expressions and equations, functions and graphs, exponentials and logarithms. Topics in combinatorics and probability are also included. This course emphasizes contemporary application problems. Satisfactory completion of placement test is required. MAT 3601 Statistical Methods Lab 1 credit This course provides students with the foundations of analysis and applications of statistics practiced in the natural sciences. Selected topics have been designed to prepare students for hypothesis testing in their research course and include descriptive statistics, probability, and distributions. (Co-requisite: ANZ 3600). MAT 1200/2200/3200/4200 Topics in Mathematics 3 credits Variable subject content.

MUSIC

MUL 2010 Music Appreciation 3 credits This course is intended for students with an interest in music who would like to develop a theoretical and practical understanding of how music works. Students will be introduced to different kinds of musical expression helping them develop an appreciation of a wide variety of musical styles and genres. A period of 400 years of musical creation and performance will be covered while students discover the joy of music, and develop a lifelong appreciation for it.

PSYCHOLOGY

PSY/HMS 1801 The Family 3 credits A cross-cultural approach to analyzing and understanding the individual, marriage, family, and society. Explores conflict and resolution of family issues and the changing family systems in society. PSY 2841 Positive Psychology 3 credits This course is a course on the scientific study of positive experience, specifically, the strengths & virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. The course will be based on the belief that individuals want to lead meaningful a& fulfilling lives, to cultivate what is best within themselves, and to enhance their experiences of love, work, and leisure. This course will include a review of a positive view of human functioning along with a review of the sub discipline’s contributions to traditional research and practice areas in psychology. Specific emphasis will be placed on science & its applications with regard to topics such as human strengths, happiness, gratitude, flow, optimism and

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