| BIO 101 |
General Biology |
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| An introductory biology course covering the chemistry of living organisms, cellular biology, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, genetics, and topics in evolution. Current issues related to the aforementioned topics are discussed. 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 275 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
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| 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. 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 276 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
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| A continuation of BIO 275. Emphasis is on more depth in the physiology of various body systems including the central and peripheral nervous systems, sensory organs, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, male and female reproductive and human development. 3 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. |
| Prerequisites: |
BIO 275 with a grade of "C" or above or consent of department |
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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 |
CMN 101 / ENG 101 |
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| Choose CMN 101 or ENG 101 |
| CMN 101 |
Introduction to Speech I |
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| An introduction to the basic principles of oral communication as applied to public speaking. The course emphasizes the mastery of oral communication skills through a variety of exercises in which the student speaks before the group. Involves analysis of such topics as preparation, organization, and delivery. IAI: C2 900. |
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(none) |
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| ENG 101 |
Rhetoric and Composition I |
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| An introductory course in writing at the college level with attention to skills needed at each stage of the writing process. Placement in ENG 101 presupposes competence in English grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and spelling. IAI: C1 900. |
| Prerequisites: |
ENG 099 with a grade of "C" or above or appropriate placement score |
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| Various |
CMN 101 / CMN 104 |
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| Choose CMN 101 or CMN 104. |
| CMN 101 |
Introduction to Speech I |
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3 |
| An introduction to the basic principles of oral communication as applied to public speaking. The course emphasizes the mastery of oral communication skills through a variety of exercises in which the student speaks before the group. Involves analysis of such topics as preparation, organization, and delivery. IAI: C2 900. |
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(none) |
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| CMN 104 |
Interpersonal Communication |
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3 |
| An introduction to the basic theories and concepts relevant to face-to-face interaction. Emphasis is placed on the role of communication in the creation, maintenance, and termination of social, romantic, familial and professional relationships. IAI: MC 901. |
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(none) |
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| CSC 106 |
Introduction to Computers |
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3 |
| An introductory course in which students learn basic terminology, equipment, history, various software including operating system and application software, and the impact of the computer in society. Includes "hands-on" experience. Satisfies JWCC computer literacy requirement. (Same as AGR 175) |
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(none) |
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| FYE 101 |
Blazing Your Trail |
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| Directed to new students, this course provides a supportive transition to the culture of higher education. Course objectives aim at preparing students for the college experience by acquiring effective learning techniques and by becoming aware of available college resources for academic and personal growth. This course also develops students' abilities, which will assist them with the complexities of college life. |
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(none) |
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| Various |
MAT Gen. Ed. Requirements (AAS) |
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| AAS degree-seeking students must select at least one course from the listed classes. |
| MAT 100 |
Technical Mathematics |
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| A course designed to cover mathematical processes and problems that relate to career, technical and workforce applications. Specific topics include fractions; decimals, ratio, proportion and percentage; measurements; and area and volume. |
| Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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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. |
| Prerequisites: |
MAT 020 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, appropriate placement score, or consent of department |
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| MAT 113 |
College Algebra |
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| This course is intended for students who plan to continue their college mathematics education or to meet college transfer requirements. Topics include advanced factoring of higher order polynomials; solving quadratic inequalities; advanced topics in relations, functions and their graphs; zeroes and graphs of polynomial and rational functions; and exponential and logarithmic functions. |
| Prerequisites: |
MAT 020 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, appropriate placement score, or consent of department |
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| MAT 114 |
Trigonometry |
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| This course is intended for students who plan to continue their college mathematics education or to meet college transfer requirements. It is the study and analysis of the sine, cosine, tangent, secant, cosecant, and cotangent function; show these functions are used to solve many types of problems involving the sides and angles of triangles; and how these functions are used to solve many types of problems involving cyclic patterns, some that vary with time. Topics include definitions, properties and manipulation of trigonometric functions; applications of trigonometric functions; analytic trigonometry; trigonometric form of complex numbers; and polar coordinates, equations and graphs. |
| Prerequisites: |
MAT 020 with a grade of "C" or above within two semesters, appropriate placement score, or consent of department |
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| MAT 220 |
Analytic Geometry and Calculus I |
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| A course designed to introduce the concepts of derivative and integral to the student interested in pursuing degrees related to engineering, science or mathematics. Specific topics include functions and graphs; slopes and rates of change; limit theory and continuous functions; formal differentiation; application of differentiation; integration; and applications of integration. IAI: M1 900-1, MTH 901. |
| Prerequisites: |
MAT 113 and MAT 114 with grades of "C" or above within one academic year, appropriate placement score, or consent of department |
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| MAT 234 |
Calculus for Social Scientists |
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| A course designed to introduce the business and social science student to the concepts of derivative and integral. Applications of these concepts stress the use of calculus to solve business and social science problems. Specific topics include relations and functions; algebraic functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; derivatives; applications of derivatives; advanced derivative techniques; integrals; advanced integration techniques. IAI: M1 900B. |
| Prerequisites: |
MAT 113 with a grade of "C" or above within one academic year, appropriate placement score, or consent of department |
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| OFT 281 |
Medical Terminology |
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| Teaches medical language of prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms. Students will learn to pronounce and spell medical terms and also learn how to combine prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms to describe a medical term. Course utilizes a body system approach focusing upon specific body systems and providing a brief overview of anatomy and physiology, pathology, word roots, related terms, and special procedures with emphasis on building a working medical vocabulary based on body systems. |
| Prerequisites: |
(none) |
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| Various |
PHL 111 / PHL 121 |
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| Choose PHL 111 or PHL 121 |
| PHL 111 |
Logic/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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| 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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| 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. |
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(none) |
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| Various |
Electives |
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| Any credit-based course may be taken to fulfill this requirement. Students should always discuss with their advisor which electives would be best for them to take to best achieve his or her particular goals. |
| Prerequisites: |
Varies by course |
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