BUS 101 Introduction to Business

This course is a study of the nature of business activity in relation to the economic society, including how a business is owned, organized, managed, and controlled. Prerequisites with a grade of “C” or higher: ENG 155 or placement into ENG 101; MAT 155 or placement into MAT 101. This course is typically taught every semester.

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3

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0

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3

This course is designed to prepare students for careers in the education profession, including information literacy skills, PRAXIS preparation, academic and education career goals, recognition of appropriate resources for education majors, and preparation for professional program admission/success. Prerequisites with a grade of “C” or higher: ENG 101 and MAT 102.

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3

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0

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3

This course explores teaching as a data driven, reflective practice. Within the parameters of an approved articulation agreement, this course may transfer to an accredited Education program at a comprehensive four-year college or university. Prerequisite with a grade of “C” or higher: CPT 102 or placement into CPT 101.

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3

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0

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3

Provides students with a basic understanding of infant & toddler development and care from an ecological perspective. Assessment of children is emphasized. Students are required to participate in a practicum in infant & toddler development and care which includes service learning. Within the parameters of an approved articulation agreement, this course may transfer to an accredited Education program at a comprehensive four-year college or university. This course is typically taught only in the fall and spring semesters.

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3

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3

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4

This course provides students with a basic understanding social, political, and historical aspects of diverse educational institutions in American culture with an emphasis on families, schools, and communities. Within the parameters of an approved articulation agreement, this course may transfer to an accredited Education program at a comprehensive four-year college or university. Prerequisite with a grade of “C” or higher: ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment. 

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3

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3

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4

This course is a study of lifespan development and learning with an emphasis on individual & group diversity. The students are required to participate in a field experience. Within the parameters of an approved articulation agreement, this course may transfer to an accredited Education program at a comprehensive four-year college or university. Prerequisites with a grade of “C” or higher: ECD 203 and ENG 101 or concurrent enrollment. 

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3

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3

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4

This course provides an introduction to children’s literature in America through an examination of picture books & novels that depict Americans of various backgrounds and experiences. It focuses on defining quality in children’s book writing & illustration, and assessing concerns in the field. Prerequisite with a grade of “C” or higher: ENG 102.

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3

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0

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3

Topics in the history of technology with emphasis on how technology affects society and how society shapes technology.  Emphasis is on 19th and 20th century America, but some material from other periods of Western Civilization and other world regions may be discussed. Prerequisite with a grade of “C” or higher: ENG 155 or placement into ENG 101.

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3

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0

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3

This course examines the history of women and their roles in society from ancient to modern times, focusing on attitudes toward women and how gender has affected life opportunities. It follows the development of women’s roles in contemporary society. Prerequisite with a grade of “C” or higher: ENG 155 or placement into ENG 101.

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3

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0

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3

This course provides practical experience in all aspects of therapeutic massage application using advanced techniques & specialized modalities in the professional setting. Students will observe facility & business operations under supervision of licensed massage therapists or licensed medical staff. Prerequisites with a grade of “C” or higher: MTH 113,  MTH 121, MTH 132, and MTH 136. Corequisites: MTH 126, MTH 128, and MTH 138. This course is typically taught only in the spring semester.

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0

Lab

6

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2