CSC 100 |
Computer Literacy |
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1 |
An introductory course in the history, characteristics, and significance of computers, including basic hardware and software components and a survey of applications. For persons with little or no background in computers who desire a general knowledge of computers or a foundations course on which to build a strong background in computing. Some "hand-on" experience. |
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(none) |
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ENG 102 |
Rhetoric and Composition II |
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3 |
A continuation of ENG 101; provides further practice in writing at the college level for a variety of purposes and audiences, using both fixed and open or developing forms. Research paper required. IAI: C1 901. |
Prerequisites: |
completion of ENG 101 with a grade of "C" or above |
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Various |
Humanities |
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3 |
AA degree-seeking students choose 9 credits (three courses) with at least one course from each list. AFA degree-seeking students must select at least one course from the humanities area. AS degree-seeking students choose 6 credits (two courses) with at least one course from each list. AAS degree-seeking students desiring a humanities or fine arts course may choose any course from either list. |
CHN 101 |
Elementary Chinese I |
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4 |
This course provides an introduction to beginning Mandarin Chinese. The goal of this course is to develop communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing with emphasis on speaking skills. This course will introduce selected topics on traditional Chinese culture, current trends in China and Taiwan, as well as U.S. Interaction with China. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
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(none) |
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CHN 102 |
Elementary Chinese II |
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4 |
This course is a continuation course designed for students who already have basic knowledge and language skills of Mandarin Chinese. The goal of this course is to continue helping students build competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing with emphasis on daily oral Chinese. This course will also introduce selected topics on traditional Chinese culture, religion, and philosophy, and current trends. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
Prerequisites: |
CHN 101 |
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ENG 114 |
Fiction |
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3 |
A study of fiction, including short stories and novels. IAI: H3 901. |
Prerequisites: |
ENG 101 |
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ENG 130 |
Introduction to Film |
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3 |
This course introduces the basics of film production and analysis in order to help students understand and enjoy film as an art form. Students will be introduced to the formal elements of film production as well as fundamental principles of genre and narrative in order to understand how directors' decisions regarding these elements and principles create meaning. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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ENG 231 |
American Literature I |
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3 |
Major American writers,1620-1865. IAI: H3 914. |
Prerequisites: |
ENG 101 or consent of department |
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ENG 232 |
American Literature II |
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3 |
Major American writers, 1865 to present. IAI: H3 915. |
Prerequisites: |
ENG 101 or consent of department |
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ENG 241 |
English Literature I |
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3 |
British masters up to the nineteenth century. IAI: H3 912. |
Prerequisites: |
ENG 101 or consent of department |
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ENG 242 |
English Literature II |
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3 |
British masters, nineteenth and twentieth centuries. IAI: H3 913. |
Prerequisites: |
ENG 101 or consent of department |
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ENG 251 |
World Literature |
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3 |
A survey of the literature of Africa, Continental Europe, the Far East, Great Britain, Latin America, Mediterranean, and North America. A variety of literary genres, including poetry, short fiction and drama, will be discussed. IAI: H3 906. |
Prerequisites: |
ENG 101 or consent of department |
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GER 101 |
German I |
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4 |
An introduction to basic German grammatical structures, pronunciation and vocabulary. The course emphasizes development of communicative competence in German; hence the focus on listening comprehension, reading, speaking and writing skills. The course also addresses various cultural aspects of the German-speaking countries and thus develops students' cultural awareness. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
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(none) |
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GER 102 |
German II |
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4 |
This course is a continuation of German I, building on the skills acquired during German I - basic grammatical structures, pronunciation and vocabulary. Focus of the course will be the further development of communicative competence in German. The emphasis will be on listening comprehension, reading, speaking and writing skills. The course also addresses various cultural aspects of the German-speaking countries and continues to develop students' cultural awareness. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
Prerequisites: |
GER 101 with a grade of "C" or above |
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HUM 101 |
Introduction to Humanities |
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3 |
Study of human values, self-perceptions, and aspirations expressed in drama, film, music, literature, painting, sculpture, and architecture with an emphasis on history, techniques, meaning, and evaluation of individual works. IAI: HF 900. |
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(none) |
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HUM 121 |
Sex and Gender in the Humanities |
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3 |
Interdisciplinary study of art, music, literature, history, and philosophy reflecting the cultural identity of sex, gender, and sexuality. IAI: HF907D |
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(none) |
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HUM 200 |
The Art of Being Human |
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3 |
An interdisciplinary course that incorporates aspects of Western European, Far Eastern and Third World art, music, philosophy, religion, drama, and literature. The humanities are treated as a process leading to the enrichment of human experience. IAI: HF 901. |
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(none) |
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PHL 101 |
Introduction to Philosophy |
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3 |
Introduction to basic problems, procedures, and systems of philosophy and the development of powers over independent analysis on the student with a constructive attitude toward knowledge. IAI: H4 900. |
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(none) |
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PHL 111 |
Introduction to Critical Thinking |
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3 |
This course covers inductive and deductive methods in logic. It is designed to assist students in methods of logical analysis and reasoning. IAI: H4 906. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PHL 121 |
Ethics |
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3 |
A study of values. This course is designed to assist students in the development of a philosophic understanding of human nature, moral philosophy, and principles of ethics that will help them assume individualized responsibility in a democratic society. IAI: H4 904. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PHL 201 |
Major World Religions |
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3 |
A study of the great religions of the world today. IAI: H5 904N. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PHL 211 |
Philosophy of Religion |
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3 |
A philosophical approach to a study of one's religious experience. IAI: H4 905. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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RST 101 |
Introduction to the Bible |
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3 |
A study of Jewish and Christian scriptures from a historical viewpoint with emphasis on literary genres in the Bible and the relationship to Western culture. Students enrolled in this course may not enroll in RST 111 or RST 112. IAI: H5 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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RST 111 |
Introduction to the Old Testament |
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3 |
Jewish scriptures from a historical viewpoint with emphasis on literary genres in the Bible and the relationship to Western culture. Students enrolled in this course may not enroll in RST 101. IAI: H5 901 |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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RST 112 |
Introduction to the New Testament |
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3 |
A study of Christian scriptures from a historical viewpoint with emphasis on literary genres in the Bible and the relationship to Western culture. Students enrolled in this course may not enroll in RST 101. IAI: H5 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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RST 175 |
Foundational Religious Texts |
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3 |
The humanistic study of the foundational documents of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Course looks at the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament, and the Qur'an, as well as secondary sacred texts that are used by each tradition to explain the meaning of these primary texts. IAI: H5 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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SPN 101 |
Elementary Spanish I |
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4 |
Fundamentals of grammar and pronunciation, with emphasis on reading, writing, and conversation. Also incorporates geography, customs, and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
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(none) |
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SPN 102 |
Elementary Spanish II |
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4 |
Continuation of Elementary Spanish I, continuing to emphasize development of proficiency in the language in five areas: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. In class, students will be actively engaged in communicating in Spanish and learning about the Spanish-speaking world. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
Prerequisites: |
SPN 101 with a grade of "C" or better |
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ART 115 |
Art Appreciation |
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3 |
Designed to expose/cultivate an awareness of art in our culture with some emphasis on contemporary times. IAI: F2 900 |
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(none) |
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ART 120 |
Art Survey and Appreciation II |
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3 |
A course designed to provide an understanding of the history of the visual arts and the role it plays in serving humankind. Using visuals from books, Web sources, some video clips, and museum trips (virtual or real), students will explore why art is created, its function in society, how it affects us, and how it can enrich our lives. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
Class Setting Options: |
Available via Internet only. |
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DRA 103 |
Introduction to Theater |
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3 |
The broad concepts of the aesthetics and form of drama as evidenced in the living theater. Includes reading of plays and the study of dramaturgy with general discussion of elements of the play and theater. IAI: F1 907. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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DRA 125 |
Acting I: Movement and Voice |
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3 |
Intensive training of the physical instrument, utilizing a variety of traditional and non-traditional techniques. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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MUS 102 |
Music Appreciation |
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3 |
A non technical course designed for the non music major, to develop within the listener an appreciation for music. Includes brief historical background of music and the leading composers of various periods. IAI: F1 900. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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MUS 121 |
Introduction to Music Literature |
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3 |
A study of the terminology, vocabulary and structure of music literature and style through the history and examination of selected composers and materials. IAI: F1 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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Various |
Life / Physical Science |
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4 |
AA, AS, and AFA degree-seeking students must choose one course from the list below of courses in the life sciences and one course from the list of courses in the physical sciences; at least one course must include a laboratory. AS degree-seeking students must take one additional life/physical science course. AAS students desiring a natural science course may choose any course on either list as an elective. |
Various |
Life Science |
Details |
3 |
All courses that fall under Life Science. |
AGR 202 |
Introduction to Animal Science |
Details |
4 |
A basic course in the principles of livestock production and management, including breed identification, evaluation and selection, feeding, reproduction, sanitation, disease control, and physiology of beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep and poultry. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: AG 902 |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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AGR 204 |
Principles of Crop Science |
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4 |
Introductory study of various plant species of economic importance. Particular emphasis is placed on an understanding of the basic principles of plant growth, development, and reproduction. Cultural practices to maximize production are emphasized. This course also studies weeds, insect and disease identification and control. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: AG 903 |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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BIO 101 |
General Biology |
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4 |
An introductory biology course that covers a breadth of biological concepts including biochemical pathways, molecular and cellular biology, the structure and function of organisms, genetics and heredity, evolution, ecology, and the importance of life science to society. In the laboratory setting, emphasis will be placed on utilizing the scientific process to arrive at evidence-based conclusions. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: L1 900L. |
Prerequisites: |
MAT 010 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, or appropriate placement test score, or consent of department. Consent of JWCC Natural Sciences Department Chair is dependent upon the requesting student successfully passing an assessment (placement) exam for the particular prerequisite course. A passing BIO 101 placement exam score is 78 percent or above to opt out of the BIO 101 requirement. Otherwise, the student requesting acceptance into a course without completion of prerequisites must provide substantiated documentation of equivalent transfer credit to enroll in the course. |
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BIO 103 |
Environmental Conservation |
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3 |
A look at the conservation of biodiversity, including the study of ecology (interactions of plants and animals with their environment), the study of natural ecosystems and human disturbances placed on them, and the ethical and practical issues involved in conserving biodiversity. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
Class Setting Options: |
Available via Internet only. |
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BIO 105 |
Human Biology |
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3 |
This is an introductory course emphasizing the biology of human beings, including human organization from the atomic level to the biosphere, basic anatomy and physiology, genetics, evolution, and human interactions with the environment. Selected topics of discussion will include how science works and its impact on the human condition, biotechnological advances and ethical considerations, human wellness and disease, and the impact humans have on the environment. IAI: L1 904 |
Prerequisites: |
MAT 010 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, or appropriate placement score, or consent of department. Consent of JWCC Natural Sciences Department Chair is dependent upon the requesting student successfully passing an assessment (placement) exam for the particular prerequisite course. A passing BIO 101 placement exam score is 78 percent or above to opt out of the BIO 101 requirement. Otherwise, the student requesting acceptance into a course without completion of prerequisites must provide substantiated documentation of equivalent transfer credit to enroll in the course. |
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BIO 111 |
General Botany |
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4 |
A study of plant structure, growth, physiology, reproduction, evolution, classification, and distribution. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: L1 901L. |
Prerequisites: |
BIO 101 with a grade of "C" or above or consent of department |
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BIO 221 |
General Zoology |
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4 |
A comparative study of the animal kingdom focusing on the study of animal structure, growth, physiology, reproduction, classification, and distribution. This course is designed for students planning to pursue additional study in the natural sciences. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours |
Prerequisites: |
BIO 101 with a grade of "C" or above and MAT 010 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, or appropriate placement test score, or consent of department. Consent of JWCC Natural Sciences Department Chair is dependent upon the requesting student successfully passing an assessment (placement) exam for the particular prerequisite course. A passing BIO 101 placement exam score is 78 percent or above to opt out of the BIO 101 requirement. Otherwise, the student requesting acceptance into a course without completion of prerequisites must provide substantiated documentation of equivalent transfer credit to enroll in the course. |
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BIO 275 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
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4 |
A study of the structures and functions of the human body; an integrated study of the systems of the human body including gross and microscopic structures and their physiology. Course covers cells, tissues, chemistry of life, metabolism and the systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, digestive and urinary. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
Prerequisites: |
BIO 101 with a grade of "C" or above or ACT science score of 25 or higher or consent of department via a minimum BIO 101 placement exam score. Prerequisite must be met within 10 years prior to enrolling in BIO 275. Consent of JWCC Natural Sciences Department Chair is dependent upon the requesting student successfully passing an assessment (placement) exam for the particular prerequisite course. A passing BIO 101 placement exam score is 78 percent or above to opt out of the BIO 101 requirement. Otherwise, the student requesting acceptance into a course without completion of prerequisites must provide substantiated documentation of equivalent transfer credit to enroll in the course. |
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BIO 293 |
Microbiology |
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4 |
Introduces characteristics, actions and control of microorganisms with emphasis on their relation to health and disease. The application of the principles of microbial control and laboratory techniques will be stressed. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
Prerequisites: |
BIO 101 with a grade of "C" or above or ACT science score of 25 or higher or consent of department via a minimum BIO 101 placement exam score. Consent of JWCC Natural Sciences Department Chair is dependent upon the requesting student successfully passing an assessment (placement) exam for the particular prerequisite course. A passing BIO 101 placement exam score is 78 percent or above to opt out of the BIO 101 requirement. Otherwise, the student requesting acceptance into a course without completion of prerequisites must provide substantiated documentation of equivalent transfer credit to enroll in the course. |
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Various |
Physical Science |
Details |
3 |
All courses that fall under Physical Science. |
AGR 200 |
Introduction to Soil Science |
Details |
4 |
Introduction to the origin and development of our soils. Study will be primarily on the biological, chemical and physical aspects of soil and how they are influenced by environmental and cultural production practices. Soil testing and interpretation will be studied. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: AG 904 |
Prerequisites: |
One course in chemistry recommended |
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AST 101 |
Elementary Astronomy |
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3 |
An elementary survey of the nature and behavior of the solar system and the regions beyond and of basic physical processes occurring throughout the universe. IAI: P1 906 |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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AST 102 |
Elementary Astronomy Lab |
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1 |
A laboratory course than examines astronomical phenomena and concepts, including the solar system, stars and galaxies, planetary motions, atoms and radiation and the origin and evolution of the universe through the use of hands-on experiments and observation and analysis of astronomical data. Supplement to Elementary Astronomy 101. 0 lecture hours, 2 lab hours |
Prerequisites: |
Intended to be taken concurrently with AST 101 or with previous completion of AST 101 |
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CHM 100 |
General Chemistry |
Details |
4 |
Fundamentals of chemistry for the non-science major. One semester may be taken by science majors who have not passed the placement test for regular beginning college chemistry for science majors. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: P1 902L. |
Prerequisites: |
MAT 020 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, or appropriate placement test score, or consent of department. |
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CHM 103 |
Principles of Chemistry I |
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4 |
Comprehensive coverage of the basic principles of chemistry including bonding, nomenclature, reactions, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, kinetics and equilibrium. Designed for pre-med, pre-pharmacy, engineering and science majors with above-average mathematical and scientific backgrounds. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: P1 902L, CHM 911. |
Prerequisites: |
MAT 113 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, or appropriate placement test score, or consent of department; Students who have taken high school chemistry will have an advantage |
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CHM 104 |
Principles of Chemistry II |
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4 |
Continued comprehensive coverage of the basic principles of chemistry including atomic structure, covalent bonding, molecular structure, properties of gases, liquids, solids, and solutions, acid-base chemistry, oxidation-reduction reactions, and electrochemistry. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: CHM 912. |
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CHM 103 |
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PHY 103 |
Fundamentals of Physics I |
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4 |
General survey of various aspects of mechanics, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism, modern physics optics, and relativity. (Will not transfer for engineering or physics major.) 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours; IAI: P1 900L. |
Prerequisites: |
MAT 113; MAT 114 is highly recommended and may be taken concurrently; high school physics |
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SCI 100 |
Environmental Geology |
Details |
4 |
An introductory study of forces that continually shape the surface of the earth, including examination of geological formation processes and our impact on the environment. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. IAI: P1 905L. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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SCI 105 |
Weather and Climate |
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4 |
An elementary survey of the properties of the atmosphere and the principles that govern weather and climate change. Real-time weather data will be used to predict weather and historical data archives to study climate. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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Various |
Social / Behavioral Science |
Details |
3 |
AA degree-seeking students choose 9 credits (three courses) from at least two different subject areas. AS degree-seeking students choose 6 credits (two courses) from two different subject areas. AAS degree-seeking students desiring a social and behavioral science course may choose any course from this list. AFA degree-seeking students in music performance select from the general education core list. |
PSY 101 |
Introduction to Psychology |
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3 |
Basic introduction to the major areas of psychology--the study of behavior and the mind. Areas of emphasis include human development, personality theory, learning, thinking, stress and motivation, mental illnesses, and biological and social aspects of behavior. Course will combine research with real life application throughout. IAI: S6 900. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PSY 145 |
Human Relations in the Workplace |
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3 |
Introduction to the application of guidelines for the field of human relationships in the workplace. The course will examine the information and guidelines to promote effective functioning in the workplace. Topics covered will include diversity in the workplace, groups and organizations, ethics, productivity, teamwork communication, and motivation. Also emphasized will be workplace attitudes for job satisfaction, interpersonal relations, dealing with stress and discrimination, and career choice planning. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PSY 205 |
Psychology of Adulthood and Aging |
Details |
3 |
Introduction to the changes that occur from early adulthood through the end of the lifespan. Topics include: physical and neurological changes that occur throughout adulthood; career choice and development; mate selection and marriage; conventional and nonconventional families; theories of adult personality development; mid- and late-life transitions; mental health in adulthood; and dying, death and bereavement. |
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PSY 101 |
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PSY 221 |
Social Psychology |
Details |
3 |
A study of the impact of social factors on individual and group behavior, including attitudes, behavior, and motivation. (Same as SOC 221.) IAI: S8 900. |
Prerequisites: |
PSY 101 or SOC 101 |
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PSY 202 |
Child Psychology |
Details |
3 |
A psychological examination of human development from conception through adolescence. Topics include interaction of diverse influences of biological factors, individual characteristics, and the environment in relation to human growth and development. IAI: S6 903. |
Prerequisites: |
PSY 101 |
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PSY 203 |
Adolescent Psychology |
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3 |
This course provides a detailed examination of the developmental period of adolescence, including cognitive, social, personality and psychosocial developmental milestones. Physical maturation and the emergence of new social references are discussed. IAI: S6 904. |
Prerequisites: |
PSY 101 |
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PSY 233 |
Developmental Psychology |
Details |
3 |
A study of human development from conception across the life span to death. Attention will be given to physical, cognitive, emotional and social aspects of development. IAI: S6 902. |
Prerequisites: |
PSY 101 |
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PSY 250 |
Psychology of Personality |
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3 |
A study of the major theories, schools, and systems of psychology relating to the growth and structure of individual human personality. |
Prerequisites: |
PSY 101 |
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SOC 101 |
Introduction to Sociology |
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3 |
This course is an introduction to sociology as a way of understanding the world and how it applies to everyday life. Major theoretical perspectives and concepts are presented including socialization, culture, the social construction of knowledge, social control and deviance, inequality, race and ethnic relations, poverty, and the sociological imagination. IAI: S7 900. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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SOC 111 |
Social Problems |
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3 |
This course describes social problems facing the United States today and identifies how these problems impact and are impacted by our institutions and culture. Students will learn how to interpret social problems by looking at them through the lens of sociological theory. The course examines the causes of various social problems, the effects of these problems on society and possible remedies or policies. IAI: S7 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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SOC 222 |
Sociology of Diversity |
Details |
3 |
This course will focus on the social construction of race and its impact on racial identities and relations. The historical structural foundations of racial inequality in contemporary society will be addressed as well as group relations of other minority groups, including religious and sexual minorities. Students will explore the social implications of difference with particular reference to issues of race, ethnicity, religion, class and gender. Key components of cross-cultural theories, methods and research as they relate to living and working in a multicultural society will also be examined. IAI: S7 903D. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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SOC 224 |
Marriage and the Family |
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3 |
The social context of marriage and family patterns in the current American society; nature, purpose and obligations of marriage and family. IAI: S7 902. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 101 |
Western Civilization I |
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3 |
A survey of political, social and economic history of the Western world, including the origins and development of its peoples and cultures beginning with a study of the early Middle Eastern civilizations of Mesopotamia and progressing through the civilizations of Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Europe of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformation. IAI: S2 902. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 102 |
Western Civilization II |
Details |
3 |
A continuation of History of Western Civilization I. A survey of the political, social and economic history of the Western world, including the origins and development of its peoples and cultures beginning with the Renaissance and Reformation and progressing to the present. IAI: S2 903. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 111 |
World History I |
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3 |
Cultural, economic, and political developments throughout the world from ancient times through the 16th century. IAI: S2 912N. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 112 |
World History II |
Details |
3 |
Cultural, economic and political developments throughout the world from the 17th century to the present. IAI: S2 913N. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 121 |
U.S. History I |
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3 |
History of the United States from the early foundation of the republic to 1877. IAI: S2 900. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 122 |
U.S. History II |
Details |
3 |
Continuation of HIS 121 to the present. IAI: S2 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 131 |
African American History |
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3 |
This course is a survey of African American history from the African background to the present. The course explores dimensions of the African American experience, and in doing so, highlights the multifaceted ways they made their own history while simultaneously shaping and contributing to the history of the United States. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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HIS 222 |
U.S. History Since 1945 |
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3 |
This course surveys the social, political, and cultural history of the United States from 1945 to the present. Using traditional secondary sources and cultural artifacts, the course encourages students to think critically about the relationship between political developments and the broader strains of a dynamic and contested American culture. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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AGR 203 |
Agriculture Economics for Consumers |
Details |
3 |
Introduction to the economic forces which have stimulated development of American agriculture. Includes study of finance, taxation, legal descriptions, input allocation and marketing programs, and governmental policies as they relate to agriculture. IAI: AG 901 |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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ECO 101 |
Principles of Macroeconomics |
Details |
3 |
Introduction to the major areas of modern economic theory and public policy, including fiscal policy, international trade and finance, economic growth and development, and contemporary macro-economic problems. IAI: S3 901. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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ECO 102 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
Details |
3 |
Market structures, distribution of income, allocation of resources through the market, and contemporary micro-economic problems. IAI: S3 902. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PSC 101 |
American Government |
Details |
3 |
Fundamentals of federal, state and local governments with emphasis on national government, including the Constitution of the United States. IAI: S5 900. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PSC 110 |
Introduction to Political Science |
Details |
3 |
Survey of major concepts and approaches employed in political science. IAI: S5 903. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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PSC 131 |
State and Local Government |
Details |
3 |
Comparative analysis of state political systems with emphasis on the executive, the bureaucracy under the executive, state legislatures and county boards. IAI: S5 902. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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Various |
Supply Chain Management – Area of Concentration |
Details |
3 |
Students must take a minimum of 12 credit hours from the list below throughout their program of study at JWCC. Students should meet with an advisor to determine when the following courses under their Area of Concentration should be taken or if taking an elective during this semester would be best. |
ACC 100 |
Financial Accounting |
Details |
3 |
An introduction to financial accounting within the context of business and business decisions. Students learn the accounting cycle and the operating, investing, and financing activities of the business. Students explore financial accounting information's role in the decision-making process and learn how to use various types of accounting information found in financial statements and annual reports. |
Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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ACC 200 |
Managerial Accounting |
Details |
3 |
Introduction to cost management concepts, including identification and analysis of accounting data for management decision-making, planning and controlling, capital budgeting, variance analysis, job-order costing, process costing, and activity-based costing. IAI: BUS 904 |
Prerequisites: |
ACC 100 or consent of department |
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BUS 211 |
Supply Chain Management |
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3 |
Students will study the various functions involved in supply chain management, including storage, warehousing, transportation, materials handling, inventory control, purchasing, plant location, and information flow. Students will demonstrate the ability to understand the fundamentals of the field and to stretch this understanding to comprehend the intricate processes needed by logistical and transportation managers. |
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MAT 109 |
Elementary Statistics |
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3 |
A study of the collection and interpretation of statistical data. Specific topics include description of sample data, probability, probability distributions, sampling, estimation, testing hypotheses, correlation, and regression. IAI: M1 902. |
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MAT 020 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, appropriate placement score, or consent of department |
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LOM 101 |
Transportation |
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3 |
This course presents an overview of transportation, the transportation environment, the basic modes of transportation, the regulatory and public policy frameworks, and emerging transportation management issues. |
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(none) |
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