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BIO — Biology
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BIO 105 Science of Biology: GT-SC1
4 credits
Examines the basis of biology in the modern world and surveys the current
knowledge and conceptual framework of the discipline. BIO 105 explores biology
as a science - a process of gaining new knowledge - and the impact of
biological science on society. This course includes laboratory experiences and
is designed for non-science majors.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 and MAT 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent
assessment scores.
BIO 106 Basic Anatomy and Physiology
4 credits
Focuses on basic knowledge of body structures and function, and provides a
foundation for understanding deviations from normal and disease conditions.
This course is designed for individuals interested in health care and is
directly applicable to the Medical Office Technology Program.
BIO 111 General College Biology: GT-SC1
5 credits
Examines the fundamental molecular, cellular, and genetic principles
characterizing plants and animals. This course includes cell structure and
function and the metabolic processes of cellular respiration, photosynthesis,
cell reproduction, and basic concepts of heredity. This course includes
laboratory experience.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 and MAT 090 (grade C or higher) or equivalent
assessment scores.
BIO 112 General College Biology II: GT-SC1
5 credits
A continuation of General College Biology I. This course includes ecology,
evolution, classification, structure, and function in plants and animals. This
course includes laboratory experience.
Prerequisites: MAT 090 or equivalent, BIO 111.
BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I: GT-SC1
4 credits
Focuses on an integrated study of the human body, including the histology,
anatomy, and physiology of each system. This course examines molecular,
cellular, and tissue levels of organization plus integumentary, skeletal,
articulational, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems.
Prerequisites: MAT 090 or equivalent, BIO 111.
BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II: GT-SC1
4 credits
A continuation of BIO 201. BIO 202 focuses on the integrated study of the human
body and the histology, anatomy, and physiology of the following systems and
topics: cardiovascular, hematology, lymphatic and immune, urinary, fluid and
electrolyte control, digestive, nutrition, respiratory, reproductive, and
development.
Prerequisites: MAT 090 or equivalent, BIO 201.
BIO 204 Microbiology Lab: GT-SC1
4 credits
Designed for health science majors. This course examines microorganisms with an
emphasis on their structure, development, physiology, classification, and
identification. The laboratory experience includes culturing, identifying, and
controlling microorganisms with an emphasis on their role in infectious
disease.
Prerequisites: MAT 090 or equivalent, BIO 111.
BIO 220 General Zoology: GT-SC1
5 credits
Designed for biology majors. This course focuses on the study of invertebrate
and vertebrate animals and examines structure, evolutionary development,
ecology, classification, physiology, reproduction, and zoogeography. A survey
of zoological diversity emphasizes the characteristics, zoological
contributions, and classification of animal phyla and major classes. This
course requires hands-on laboratory and field experience.
Prerequisites: MAT 090 or equivalent, BIO 111.
BIO 221 Botany: GT-SC1
5 credits
Designed for biology majors. This course is a study of nonvascular and vascular
plants. It emphasizes photosynthetic pathways, form and function, reproduction,
physiology, genetics, diversity, evolution, and ecology. This course requires
mandatory hands-on laboratory and field experience.
Prerequisites: MAT 090 or equivalent, BIO 111.
BIO 228 Field Biology III
4 credits
Involves in-depth field study of natural environments within and outside of the
United States. This course varies from seven to twenty-one days in length,
focuses on the identification of organisms, as well as an examination of
ecological concepts and principles. This course requires hands-on laboratory
and field experience, including extensive hiking.
BTE — Business Technology
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BTE 100 Computer Keyboarding
1 credit
Designed for students who have minimal or no keyboarding skills. This course
introduces the touch method of keyboarding, as well as the basic operation and
functions of the equipment. It emphasizes learning the alphanumeric keyboard,
proper technique, and speed control.
BTE 102 Keyboarding Applications
2 credits
Designed for students with minimal keyboarding skills. Letters, tables, memos
and manuscripts are introduced. Keyboarding speed and accuracy are also
emphasized.
Prerequisite: BTE 100 or minimum typing speed of 20 wpm.
BTE 108 Ten-Key by Touch
1 credit
Introduces touch control of the PC ten-key pad. This class emphasizes the
development of speed and accuracy using proper techniques.
BTE 111 Keyboarding Speedbuilding I
2 credits
Designed to increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding on the PC
through the use of correct techniques and concentrated effort.
Prerequisite: BTE 102 or minimum typing speed of 20 wpm.
BTE 112 Keyboarding Speedbuilding II
2 credits
Designed to increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding on the PC
through the use of correct techniques and concentrated effort.
Prerequisite: BTE 111.
BTE 125 Records Management
3 credits
Offers instruction on how records are created, stored, and retrieved. It covers
the basic filing rules, classifying, indexing, coding,
storing, and retrieving as applied to the basic
methods-alphabetic, chronological, subject, numeric, and
geographic. The student does "hands-on" records
management through the use of simulations, which include manual and/or computer
software.
Prerequisite: Acceptable keyboarding proficiency.
BTE 166 Business Editing Skills
3 Credits
Provides instruction in proofreading techniques and reviews spelling,
punctuation, grammar and formatting of various business documents and
worksheets.
Corequisite: BTE 102.
BTE 202 Office Simulation I
3 Credits
Provides experience using in-basket exercises typical of those occurring in an
office environment. It focuses on procedures and computer skills needed for
successful performance in the workplace.
Prerequisite: CIS 118 or permission of instructor.
BTE 203 Office Simulation II
3 Credits
Provides the student the opportunity to demonstrate and perfect the computer,
organizational, and communication skills required to secure employment and/or
advancement in the workplace.
Prerequisite: BTE 202 or experience with advanced word processing and
electronic spreadsheet applications; minimum keyboarding skill 35
BTE 225 Administrative Office Management
3 Credits
Presents new developments, technology, procedures, organization, and
contemporary terminology used in effective office management. The course
emphasizes decision-making and application of administrative skills.
BTE 280 Internship
3 Credits
Provides the student with the opportunity to supplement coursework with
practical work experience related to his/her educational program. The student
will work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the
business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
BUS — Business
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BUS 102 Entrepreneurial
Operations
3 credits
Covers the major aspects of small business management to enable the
entrepreneur to successfully begin his own business. This course provides the
basic concepts of marketing, principles of management, and finance needed to
manage a small business. Further, students develop a business plan and explore
methods of obtaining the financing required to launch the business.
BUS 115 Introduction to Business
3 credits
Focuses on the operation of the American business system. The course covers
fundamentals of the economy, careers and opportunities, marketing, management,
production, governmental regulations, tools of business, and social
responsibilities.
BUS 116 Personal Finance
3 credits
Surveys the basic personal financial needs of most individuals. The course
emphasizes the basics of budgeting and buying, saving and borrowing money, the
intricacies of home ownership, income tax and investments, and the wise use of
insurance, wills and trusts.
BUS 118 Business Survival Skills
3 credits
Provides an overall perspective for the student to understand the current
domestic and world business environment and how the student as an employee fits
into that environment. Roles and responsibilities of the business and the
employees will be studied especially as they relate to alternatives for
increasing positive impact in the workplace. The focus will be on practical
skills application.
BUS 120 Introduction to E- Commerce
3 credits
Provides an introduction to electronic commerce—the business
trend of the future. It covers definition of e-commerce, technology and
software requirements, security issues, electronic payment and marketing
strategies. It focuses on what to expect when creating a dot com as well as the
business-to-business use of e-commerce.
Prerequisite: BUS 115 suggested.
BUS 215 Global E-Commerce
3 credits
The World Wide Web levels the business playing field and eliminates geographic
barriers. The Internet provides global business potential for even the smallest
business. BUS 215 teaches how to approach and maximize this business
opportunity. This course includes global e-marketing and promotion, import and
export management, legal issues, and language and cultural issues.
Prerequisite: BUS 115 suggested.
BUS 216 Legal Environment of Business
3 credits
Emphasizes public law, regulation of business, ethical considerations, and
various relationships existing within society, government, and business.
Specific attention is devoted to economic regulation, social regulation,
regulation and laws impacting labor-management issues, and environmental
concerns. You will develop an understanding of the role of law in social,
political, and, economic change.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or higher in REA 090 and ENG 090 or appropriate
SAT, ACT or Accuplacer score that indicates college reading and writing
readiness, or permission of instructor.
BUS 217 Business Communication and Report Writing
3 credits
Emphasizes effective business writing, and covers letters, memoranda, reports,
application letters, and resumes. The course includes the fundamentals of
business communication and an introduction to international
communication.
Prerequisite: ENG 090 or appropriate SAT, ACT or Accuplacer score that
indicates college writing readiness, or permission of instructor.
BUS 226 Business Statistics
3 credits
Focuses on statistical study, descriptive statistics, probability, the binomial
distribution, index numbers, time series, decision theory, confidence
intervals, linear regression, and correlation. It is intended for business
majors.
Prerequisite: MAT 099 (Intermediate Algebra) or equivalent.
BUS 275 Special Topics
1-3 credits
Provides you with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest in business.
The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide
current, up-to-date information.
BUS 281 Internship
1-3 credits
Provides continued instruction and the opportunity for you to supplement
coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program.
You will work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the
business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
BUS 285 Independent Study
1-3 credits
Meets the individual needs of students. You will engage in intensive study or
research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.