Gateway Courses
Liberal Arts & Sciences Courses
These courses can be offered both semesters
* 809-201 Macroeconomics
3.00 CR (Prerequisite - Course 838-105 or achieve the required placement test score - Must be completed prior to taking this course.) Macroeconomics is an introductory course. Basic social choices regarding economic systems, basic economic aggregates, fiscal policy, the banking system, monetary policy, and international trade are the principal topics discussed in the course. Balance is drawn between theory, analysis, and a critique of the institutions that characterize modern mixed-capitalist economies. Conflicting social goals, economic constraints, and environmental concerns provide the framework through which macroeconomy is analyzed.
* 809-172 Diversity Studies, Introduction to
3.00 CR (Prerequisite – None) Race, Ethnic, and Diversity Studies is a course that draws from several disciplines to reaffirm the basic American values of justice and equality by teaching a basic vocabulary, a basic history of immigration and conquest, principles of transcultural communication, legal liability, and the value of aesthetic production to increase the probability of respectful encounters among people. In addition to an analysis of majority/minority relations in a multicultural context, the topics of ageism, sexism, gender differences, sexual orientation, people with disabilities, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are explored. Ethnic relations are studied in global and comparative perspectives.
* 809-188 Developmental Psychology
3 CR (Prerequisite – None) Developmental Psychology is the study of human development throughout the lifespan. This course explores developmental theory and research with an emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individual from conception to death. Application activities and critical thinking skills will enable students to gain an increased knowledge and understanding of themselves and others.
* 809-196 Introduction to Sociology
3 CR (Prerequisite – None) This course examines interpersonal relationships of humans and groups and the consequent structure of society. It details the various social processes and concepts which shape human behavior, analyzing such phenomena as organizations, deviance, race and ethnic relations, population, urbanization, social change, and social movements. Religion, education, and the family are studied.
* 809-198 Introduction to Psychology
3 CR (Prerequisite – None) This course introduces students to some of the major theories and topics of psychology, including the physiological basis of behavior, personality and learning theories, memory, states of consciousness, stress, research methods, intelligence, human development, psychopathology, and social behavior.
Health-Related
501-101 Medical Terminology
3 CR (Prerequisite – None) This course focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Students practice formation, analysis, and reconstruction of terms, with an emphasis on spelling, definition, and pronunciation. They are introduced to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and symptomatic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology.
Note: Students taking this course will gain knowledge that is applicable to all healthcare fields; this course is required for many health professions programs and can be of benefit to students interested in pursuing any health-related profession.
Language Classes
Fall: 533-126 American Sign Language 1 – 2 CR (Prerequisite – None) This course is the first in a series of 4 courses. It is designed for students with no or minimal sign language experience. The course will help students develop the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL). The student will be introduced to the visual language used by the Deaf Community in North America. The student will be exposed to an introduction to receptive and expressive ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures, finger spelling, numbers, conversational behavior and Non-Manual Signals.
Fall: 533-127 American Sign Language 2 – 2 CR (Prerequisite – ASL 1) This course is the second in a series of 4. The student will develop the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL). This course is for students who have successfully completed ASL 1. The students will focus on the cultural behaviors and practices distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. Students will further explore receptive and expressive ASL vocabulary, grammatical structures, finger spelling, numbers, conversational behaviors and Non-Manual Signals.
Spring: 533-128 American Sign Language 3 - 2 CR (Prerequisite – ASL 2) This course is the third in a series of 4 courses designed to enhance the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL). This course is for students who have successfully completed ASL 2. The course focuses on the cultural behaviors and practices distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. The course begins to implement the skills acquired in ASL 1 & 2. It will cover more complex grammatical topics including temporal aspects, sequencing, conditionals, an introduction to conversational regulators, complex dialogue, storytelling and multiple meaning English terms with ASL equivalents.
Spring: 533-129 American Sign Language 4 – 2 CR (Prerequisite – ASL 3) This course is the last in a series of 4 courses designed to advance the skills and knowledge needed to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL). This course is for students who have successfully completed ASL 3. The course focuses on the cultural behaviors and practices distinct to those that approach the world from a visual perspective. This course will integrate the skills acquired in ASL 1, 2, & 3. It will expand the use of conversational regulators and include an introduction to English idioms with ASL equivalents. These additional skills will enable students to convey information and ideas about linguistic, cultural and social issues, in dialogues and narratives.
533-130 Deaf History – 2 CR (Prerequisite – None) This course will examine the common past, present debate, and promises for the future of this minority culture. This course is an overview of the cultural, educational, physical, and social implications of deaf people within the context of today's diverse society. Discussions will include identities, language, legislation, organizations, technology and values within the deaf community.