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EH 101: English Composition I | Credits: 3
Prepares students for diverse types of college writing. Covers the writing process, general criteria used to evaluate writing, collaborative writing, and rhetoric, especially audience analysis. Some sections require an ACT Reading score of 19 or higher or an SAT Critical Reading score of 26 of higher. Grading is "A", "B", "C", and "U". Core Course.

Pre-requisite: ACT English 19 or READING TEST SCORE 26 or SAT Critical Reading 450 or (ESL 015 Minimum Grade of C or IELTS Reading 5.5 or IBT TOEFL Reading 20 ) and (IBT TOEFL Writing 20 or IELTS Writing 5.5 or ESL 016 Minimum Grade of C).

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

EH 102: English Composition II | Credits: 3
EH 102 prepares students for college writing by focusing on argumentation, research, and the critical thinking required to argue effectively. Students must earn a C or higher in EH 102 to fulfill the University writing requirement for composition. Core course.

Pre-requisite: ACT English 27 or SAT Critical Reading 610 or READING TEST SCORE 33 or EH 101 Minimum Grade of C or EH 010 Minimum Grade of S or University - EH101 Exempt P.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

 

EH 225: American Literature before 1865 | Credits: 3

This course traces the development of American literature from its beginning through 1865 by studying the works of representative writers. Core course.

Pre-requisite: (EH 102 Minimum Grade of C or EH 105 Minimum Grade of C). EH 102 and EH 105 can be taken concurrently with this course.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

MA 110: Finite Mathematics | Credits: 3
This course is intended to give an overview of topics in finite mathematics together with their applications. The course includes logic, sets, counting, permutations, combinations, basic probability, descriptive statistics and their applications. Students are required to have a scientific calculator. Core Course. Note: May be offered for Honors credit NOTE: MA 110 is not a Pre-requisite for nor is it intended to be preparatory for any course listed below except MA 201 and MA 202.

MA 112: Pre-calculus Algebra | Credits: 3
The course covers algebraic, graphical and numerical properties of functions, focusing on linear, quadratic, general polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Topics also include equations, inequalities, and complex numbers. Applications of mathematics to modeling real world situations are emphasized. Credit for both MA 112 and MA 115 not allowed. Core Course.

Pre-requisite: ACT Math 22 or MTH 100 Minimum Grade of C or MyMathTest 070 or MTH 101 Minimum Grade of C or MA 105 Minimum Grade of C or SAT Mathematics 560 or MATH SECTION SCORE 580 or TRNFR Math Placement 2 . MTH 100 can be taken concurrently with this course.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

MA 113: Pre-calculus Trigonometry | Credits: 3
Continuation of MA 112. Topics include numerical, graphical and algebraic properties of trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, right angle trigonometry, parametric equations, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Development and application of mathematical models to real-world situations is emphasized. Credit for both MA 113 and MA 115 not allowed. Core Course.

Pre-requisite: ACT Math 24 or MyMathTest 080 or MA 112 Minimum Grade of C or SAT Mathematics 590 or MATH SECTION SCORE 610.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

MA 115: Pre-cal Algebra-Trigonometry | Credits: 4
This fast-paced course is designed as a review of the algebra and trigonometry needed in calculus. It covers the material of MA 112 and MA 113 in one semester. Topics include numerical, graphical and algebraic properties of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; inverse trigonometric functions; right angle trigonometry; parametric equations; polar coordinates and conic sections. Applications of mathematics to modeling real world situations are emphasized. Credit for both MA 112 and MA 115 not allowed; credit for both MA 113 and MA 115 not allowed. Core Course.

Pre-requisite: ACT Math 25 or MyMathTest 080 or SAT Mathematics 620 or MATH SECTION SCORE 640.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

MA 125: Calculus I | Credits: 4
The course provides an introduction to calculus with emphasis on differential calculus. Topics include limits of functions, derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions, application of the derivative to curve sketching, optimization problems, and examples in the natural sciences, engineering, and economics. The course concludes with an introduction to anti-derivatives, definite integrals, and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Credit for both MA 120 and MA 125 is not allowed. Core Course.

Pre-requisite: ACT Math 27 or MyMathTest 090 or MA 113 Minimum Grade of C or MA 115 Minimum Grade of C or SAT Mathematics 665 or MATH SECTION SCORE 695.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

ST 210: Stat Reason & Application | Credits: 4
An introduction to modern statistics designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in statistical concepts, reasoning and applications. Emphasis given to problem identification, methodology selection and interpretation of results. Analysis of data accomplished by extensive use of statistical computer software, thereby minimizing manual computation. Coverage includes descriptive statistics, probability models, estimation, and hypothesis testing. High School level algebra is recommended. Computer Lab fee. NOTE: ST 210 is intended for students in all disciplines except Engineering and Computer Science. Credit for both ST 210 and ST 315 not allowed. May be offered for Honors Credit.

 

BLY 101: Life Science I | Credits: 3
The first of a two-semester sequence designed for the non-major. The basic principles of biological phenomena are emphasized by examples relating to the human. Cell structure and function, energy and organ systems are studied. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L).

BLY 101L: Life Science I Lab | Credits: 1
Laboratory exercises associated with BLY 101. Together, BLY 101 and BLY 101L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L).

Pre-requisite: BLY 101 Minimum Grade of D. BLY 101 can be taken concurrently with this course.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

BLY 102: Life Science II | Credits: 3
A continuation of BLY 101. Organ systems, cell reproduction, plant and animal development, heredity, evolution, and ecology area studied. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L).

Pre-requisite: BLY 101 Minimum Grade of D. BLY 101 can be taken concurrently with this course.

BLY 102L: Life Science II Lab | Credits: 1

Laboratory exercises associated with BLY 102. Together, BLY 102 and 102L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L). Fee.

Pre-requisite: BLY 101 Minimum Grade of D and BLY 102 Minimum Grade of D. BLY 101 and BLY 102 can be taken concurrently with this course.

BLY 121: General Biology I | Credits: 3
A study of general biological principles, including the chemical basis of life; cellular biology, including cell structure and metabolism, genetics, microevolution; and a survey of simple organisms, including bacteria, protists and fungi.Core Course.Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L).

Co-requisite: BLY 121L
Pre-requisite: ACT Math 22 or SAT Mathematics 540 or CH 100 Minimum Grade of D or CH 131 Minimum Grade of D or BLY 101 Minimum Grade of C or MA 112 Minimum Grade of D. CH 131 and MA 112 can be taken concurrently with this course.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

BLY 121L: General Biology I Lab | Credits: 1
Laboratory exercises associated with BLY 121. Together, BLY 121 and BLY 121L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L). Fee.
NOTE: Check with department for teaching modality.

Co-requisite: BLY 121
Pre-requisite: (SAT Mathematics 540 or ACT Math 22 or CH 100 Minimum Grade of D or CH 131 Minimum Grade of D or BLY 101 Minimum Grade of C or MA 112 Minimum Grade of D). CH 131 and MA 112 can be taken concurrently with this course.

Pre-requisites may not apply for admitted StartSouth students. Please consult your academic counselor for details.

BLY 122: General Biology II | Credits: 3
A study of plants, major invertebrate phyla, vertebrate morphology, plant and animal physiology, animal behavior, macroevolution and ecology. Core course. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L).

Co-requisite: BLY 122L
Pre-requisite: BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D.

BLY 122L: General Biology II Lab | Credits: 1

Laboratory exercises associated with BLY 122. Together, BLY 122 and 122L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Credit will not be allowed for both the non-major sequence (BLY 101, BLY 101L and BLY 102 BLY 102L) and the major/minor sequence (BLY 121, BLY 121L and BLY 122, BLY 122L).Fee.

Co-requisite: BLY 122
Pre-requisite: BLY 121 Minimum Grade of D.

CH 131: General Chemistry I | Credits: 3
Three lecture hours and one recitation hour per week for one semester. First of a two-semester sequence for majors, minors, and others seeking quantitative treatment. Topics include the nuclear model, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, gas laws, thermochemistry, atomic structure, and molecular bonding. Together, CH 131 and CH 131L count as one laboratory science course partially fulfilling general education requirements. (Offered Fall and Spring Semesters). Core Course.

Pre-requisite: CH 100 Minimum Grade of D or CH 110 Minimum Grade of D or ACT Math 24 or SAT Mathematics 590 or MA 112 Minimum Grade of C or MA 113 Minimum Grade of C or MA 172 Minimum Grade of C or MA 115 Minimum Grade of C or MA 121 Minimum Grade of C or MA 120 Minimum Grade of C or MA 287 Minimum Grade of C or MA 125 Minimum Grade of C or MA 132 Minimum Grade of C or MA 126 Minimum Grade of C or MA 233 Minimum Grade of C or MyMathTest 080 or University test - Math 85 .

CH 131L: General Chemistry I Lab | Credits: 1

Laboratory exercises associated with CH 131. CH 131 and CH 131L must be taken concurrently. Together, CH 131 and CH 131L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Fee. Core course.

Pre-requisite: CH 100 Minimum Grade of D or CH 110 Minimum Grade of D or ACT Math 24 or SAT Mathematics 590 or MA 112 Minimum Grade of C or MA 113 Minimum Grade of C or MA 172 Minimum Grade of C or MA 115 Minimum Grade of C or MA 121 Minimum Grade of C or MA 120 Minimum Grade of C or MA 287 Minimum Grade of C or MA 125 Minimum Grade of C or MA 132 Minimum Grade of C or MA 126 Minimum Grade of C or MA 233 Minimum Grade of C or MyMathTest 080 or University test - Math 85 .

GEO 101: Environmental Geography | Credits: 3
Introduces students to the natural science branch of geography. Emphasizes Earth-Sun relationships, weather and climate. Core Course.

Co-requisite: GEO 101L

GEO 101: Environmental Geography Lab | Credits: 1
Laboratory exercises associated with GEO 101. GEO 101 must be taken concurrently. Together, GEO 101 and GEO 101L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Fee.

Co-requisite: GEO 101

GEO 102: Changing Earth | Credits: 3
Introduces students to the natural science branch of geography. Emphasizes spatial patterns and processes related to natural landscape regions and landforms. Core Course.

Co-requisite: GEO 102L

GEO 102L: Changing Earth Lab | Credits: 1

Laboratory exercises associated with GEO 102. GEO 102 must be taken concurrently. Together, GEO 102 and GEO 102L count as one laboratory science course, partially fulfilling general education requirements. Fee.

Co-requisite: GEO 102

GEO 114: Intro to Human Geography | Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the social sciences branch of geography. Emphasis is placed on the location, spatial arrangement, and spatial interaction of the human environment which includes: population, culture, geopolitics, economic activity, and settlements. Core Course.

GEO 115: World Regional Geography | Credits: 3
A survey of the major regions of the world, excluding North America, and the interrelationship of environmental, cultural, economic, and political factors that characterize each. Core Course.

PSC 130: Intro to U.S. Government | Credits: 3
Stresses formation and principles of the United States Constitution and roles of Congress, the President, and the Courts in the American system of government. Considers popular participation in politics, rights and responsibilities of citizens, and current public problems. Core Course. PSC and CJ majors must pass with a 'C' or better.

ECO 215: Principles of Microeconomics | Credits: 3
Functions of the price system in a market economy; role of households and business firms in mobilizing resources to meet human needs. The functional and personal distribution and use of income. Relevant problems are discussed.
 

 

LG 131: Introductory Spanish I | Credits: 3
The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory Spanish. The goal of the two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in communication in Spanish through the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Fee. Core Course.

LG 132: Introductory Spanish II | Credits: 3
The second semester of the introductory course. Fee. Core course.

Pre-requisite: LG 131 Minimum Grade of D.

ARH 100: Survey of Art | Credits: 3
A survey of major periods of artistic development from prehistoric times to the present. Note: this course cannot be counted toward fulfilling degree requirements for majors in Studio Art, Art, or Art History. Fee. Core course.

ARS 101: Art Appreciation | Credits: 3
A broad introduction to the nature, vocabulary, and media of the visual arts of drawing, painting, prints, the camera arts, graphic design, sculpture, crafts, and architecture.

CA 100: Intro to Communication | Credits: 3

Course examines various approaches people take to communicating. Focuses on developing an awareness of how and why we communicate and why we do not always communicate effectively. Includes consideration of variables related to interpersonal, group, public, and mass-communication contexts. Fee.

CJ 105: Intro to Criminal Justice | Credits: 3

An overview of crime in the U.S. and the three major criminal justice agencies: law enforcement, courts, and corrections. CJ majors must pass with a grade of "C" or better.

DRA 110: Intro to Theatre | Credits: 3
A basic survey of theatre practice. Fulfills the Fine Arts and Humanities requirement in general education

PHL 131: Introduction to Ethics | Credits: 3

Examines ideas about good and bad, right and wrong, and moral obligation through a survey of major ethical systems in western philosophy. The course includes consideration of how these ideas apply to moral problems and issues. Fulfills the General Education Requirement.

PSY 120: Introduction to Psychology | Credits: 3
A survey of the basic theories, concepts, principles, and research findings in the field of Psychology. Core course.

SY 109: Introductory Sociology | Credits: 3

Sociology is the scientific study of social behavior and social phenomena. This course is a survey intended to introduce students to the major concepts, issues, theory, methods and substantive findings of the discipline. Topics may include the impact of social structures on behavior and opportunity, inequalities, socialization, culture, religion, crime and deviance, the family, modernity, and globalization. Core Course.