BIOLOGY

BIOL-101    General Biology I       4 credits

Following successful completion of Biology 101, the student will be able to describe the characteristics of living things at all levels of organization?from the atomic through the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels.  The study of human genetics, development, and anatomy and physiology will enable the student to relate the chemical activities of the cell to the overall function of man.

PRQ: ENGL-096 or ENGL-086

FAST TRACK

(10 Weekends) - Feb 8-9, 15-16, 22-23; Mar 8-9, 15-16, 22-23; Apr 12-13, 19-20, 26-27; May 3-4.

Fees: $43.00.

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE

FYEX-100    First Year Experience   4 credits

First Year Experience 100 engages students in a highly interactive, critical thinking experience and in a meta-cognitive pursuit to understand themselves as intentional learners and as civic and global citizens. Through self-assessment, reading, writing, and reflection, students develop habits of mind necessary to engage in academic inquiry, creative and critical thinking, and scholarly discourse with integrity and civility; develop their ability to articulate their long-term goals as related to their own beliefs and values; and strengthen their capacity to appreciate diversity and effective intercultural and interpersonal communication.

FAST TRACK

Earn 2 credits in 3 weekends. Class meets Fri, Sat, and Sun on Feb 1-3, 8-10, and 15-17. Students must purchase textbook prior to first class meeting.

Fees: $25.00.

NUTRITION

NUTR-211    Nutrition   4 credits

This course will provide students with a general understanding of nutrition and health. The functions and importance of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals, and the relationship between nutrition and exercise in weight management are included.

FAST TRACK

Earn 3 credits in 4 weekends. Class meets Fri., Sat., and Sun. on Feb 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, March 2-4, 2012. Please purchase textbook prior to first class meeting.

Fees: $10.00.

SPEECH

SPCH-105    Fundamentals of Public Speaking     4 credits

The focus of this course is speaking skills for various situations with emphasis on one-to-group presentations. Effective communication in content, physical and vocal delivery as well as language use are stressed.

PRQ: Eligible to enroll in ENGL-121.

FAST TRACK

Earn 3 credits in 3 weekends. Class meets Fri, Sat, and Sun on March 1-3, 8-10, 15-17.