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10-809-166 INTRO TO ETHICS : THEORY & APP ... basic understanding of theoretical foundations of ethical thought ; analyze / compare relevant issues using diverse ethical perspectives ; critically evaluate individual , social / professional standards of behavior--applying a systematic decision-making process . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better )
10-480-101 ENERGY-INTRO RENEW & SUSTAIN ... an overview of various renewable energy technologies and sustainable design practices and their current applications . Emphasis will be placed on policies , renewable energy production , green products and jobs .
10-806-112 PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY ... prepares the student to develop sustainable literacy , analyze the interconnections among the physical and biological sciences and environmental systems , summarize the effects of sustainability on health and well-being , analyze connections among social , economic , and environmental systems , employ energy conservation strategies to reduce the use of fossil fuels , investigate alternative energy options , evaluate options to current waste disposal and recycling in the U . S ., and analyze approaches used by your community to promote and implement sustainability . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 )
10-806-154 GENERAL PHYSICS 1 ... applications / theory of basic physics principles : problem-solving , laboratory investigation , and applications including unit conversion and analysis , vectors , translational and rotational kinematics / dynamics , heat / temperature , and harmonic motion and waves . ( Prereq : 2.6 GPA & Alg 2 or equiv w / C or better ; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 263 , Arith greater / equal to 250 , & QRAS greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Reading greater / equal to 17 & Math greater / equal to 21 ; OR Coll Tech Math 1A OR Int Alg w / C or better )
10-806-134 GENERAL CHEMISTRY ... covers chemistry fundamentals . Topics : metric system , problem-solving , periodic relationships , chemical reactions , chemical equilibrium , properties of water ; acids , bases , and salts ; and gas laws . ( Prereq : A 2.6 GPA AND Algebra 2 or equivalent w / C or better ; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Next Gen Arithmetic score greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Math score greater / equal to 21 ; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 )
10-806-189 BASIC ANATOMY ... examines concepts of anatomy and physiology as they relate to health careers . Learners correlate anatomical and physiological terminology to all body systems . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 )
10-806-114 GENERAL BIOLOGY ... introduces general biological concepts / principles . Emphasis is on cell structure / function , genetics , evolution , and taxonomical relationships . Consideration is also given to diversity among the various kingdoms . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 263 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 17 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 )
10-809-198 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY ... survey of theoretical foundations of human behavior such as sensation and perception , motivation , emotions , learning , personality , psychological disorders , therapy , stress , and human diversity in personal , social and vocational settings . ( Prerequisite : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing 1 with “ B ” or better OR Corequisite : 10-831-102 , English Comp Prep )
10-809-196 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY ... the nature and variety of groups ; inequality , race and ethnicity ; family , population , social integration , and change ; collective behavior ; politics , economics , religion , education , and the effects of technology . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better )
10-809-122 INTRO TO AMER GOVERNMENT ... introduces American political processes and institutions : focusing on rights / responsibilities of citizens and the process of participatory democracy . Examines separation of powers and checks / balances & the roles of different groups . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better )
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