Course Descriptions
ABAC 0095 COLLEGE SURVIVAL SKILLS. 2 hours. Two hours of lecture each week. This course is designed for a student placed on academic probation or who is in two courses of Learning Support during their second term at ABAC. The purpose of the course is to provide the student with the information necessary to make a successful adjustment to college. This course offers group and individual study skills assistance and career guidance. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ABAC 0098 FRESHMAN SEMINAR. 2 hours. Three hours of lecture each week for the first 10 weeks of the semester. A course designed to provide orientation to the institution and to college services for incoming freshman enrolled in two or more Learning Support courses. ABAC 0098 or ABAC 1000 is required for each first-time entering student. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ABAC 1000 FRESHMAN SEMINAR. 1 hour. Two hours of lecture each week for first eight weeks. A course designed to provide orientation to the institution and to college living that will aid the student in transition to the college campus. ABAC 0098 or ABAC 1000 is required for each first-time entering freshman. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ACCT 2101 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I. 3 hours. A study of the underlying theory and application of financial accounting concepts. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ACCT 2102 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ACCT 2101 with a “C” or better. A study of the underlying theory and application of managerial accounting concepts. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ACCT 2150 INCOME TAX. 3 hours. Interpretation of federal and state income tax with practice materials requiring application of these laws to the return of individuals and companies. Spring.

AECO 1150 FARM ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. A study of farm management with major emphasis upon decision-making and efficient use of farm resources. Fall.

AECO 2258 AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS. 3 hours. A study of the economic principles of Agricultural Economics and the application of these principles to the solution of agricultural and farm business problems. Fall, Spring.

AECO 2260 AGRICULTURAL MARKETING. 3 hours. A technical course of marketing methods, practices and policies in agriculture. The course emphasizes the management applications of marketing techniques in an agricultural environment. Spring.

AENG 1109 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS. 3 hours. A course designed to teach the use of computer aided drafting for lettering, detailing, orthographic and pictorial methods of presentations; and the representation of geometrical magnitudes by means of points, lines, planes and solids and their application in the solution of problems is also covered. Fall.

AENG 1121 ENGINEERING MEASUREMENTS. 3 hours. A course teaching surveying methods, instruments and computations related to field problems in taping, leveling, directions, curves and land surveying. As needed.

AENG 2207 METAL TECHNOLOGY. 3 hours. A course designed to develop the basic understanding and skills in metal work; selection, care and use of materials, hand tools, and power equipment. Emphasis will be made in cold and hot metal work, gas and arc welding, plumbing, soldering, and surface finishing. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AENG 2210 SURVEYING. 3 hours. A course designed to teach surveying methods, instruments, and computations related to field problems in taping, leveling, directions, curves, and level surveying. Fall, Spring.

AENT 1110 FARM MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT. 3 hours. The study of basic farm machinery including the assembly, operation, repair and care of machinery used on the farm. Fall.

AENT 1113 POWER EQUIPMENT. 3 hours. A course designed to teach the operation and maintenance of various equipment used in agricultural and forest production. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AENT 1114 TURFGRASS EQUIPMENT. 3 hours. A study of the operation and maintenance of power equipment used in golf course and recreational park construction and maintenance. Topics include assembling, operating, servicing, welding, hydraulics, lapping and grinding, and small engine management. Fall.

AENT 1120 PRINCIPLES OF ENGINES. 3 hours. A course designed to teach the theory of engines along with practical application of power units and the associated components. Fall.

AENT 2200 AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT PROJECTS. 3 hours. A conference and practical experience course directed toward the Agricultural Equipment Technology student. A project selected by the student and his advisor will form the basis for the course. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AENT 2213 PRINCIPLES OF HYDRAULICS. 3 hours. A course designed to teach the hydraulic theory of transmission of power: Analysis of hydraulic systems by mathematical means and testing are covered. Spring.

AENT 2220 DRAINAGE, IRRIGATION AND EROSION CONTROL. 3 hours. This course includes many of the practical aspects and field techniques of soil and water conservation with emphasis in those aspects important to the Southeast. A study is made of the nature of the erosion processes and the need for conservation practices. The design and construction of terraces, waterways, drainage systems, irrigating systems and farm ponds are covered. Spring, Summer.

AENT 2269 INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. An internship for students in Agricultural Equipment Technology should have completed 27 semester hours prior to enrolling. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AENT 2280 FARM ELECTRIFICATION. 3 hours. A basic course in electrification designed to cover AC and DC electrical principles. Electrical wiring, load capacity, and current carrying capability will be stressed. Spring.

AGRI 2200 AGRICULTURAL PROJECTS. 3 hours. A conference and practical-experience course directed to the technology student. A project selected by the student and advisor will form the basis of this course. Individual and group problems related to projects will be discussed. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRI 2201 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN AGRICULTURE. 3 hours. The course will be conducted in an informal manner with no regularly scheduled classes. Assignments and work will depend upon project and staff member involved. A written report will be required. Objectives are to provide the student an opportunity to become acquainted with research and problem solving in all areas of agriculture. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRI 2202, 2203, 2204 INTERNSHIP. 3 hours each. An internship for students in Agriculture and Horticulture Technology desiring to enroll in multiple non-full time internship experiences. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRI 2205 INTERNSHIP. 6 hours. An internship for students in Agriculture and Horticulture Technology desiring to enroll for 6 credit hours in one semester. Fall, Spring.

AGRI 2206 INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. An internship for students in the Agricultural Management or Agricultural Marketing Options of the Agricultural Technology program. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRI 2207 INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. An internship for students in the Plant Sciences Option of the Agricultural Technology program. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRI 2208 INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. An internship for students in Animal Science Technology, Livestock Health Technology and Poultry Science Technology. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRI 2209 Agricultural Seminar. 1 hour. An industry-awareness and exploration course consisting of various topics associated with the agricultural industry. Fall, Spring.

AGRP 1125 FUNDAMENTALS OF PLANT PROTECTION. 3 hours. A combined lecture and laboratory course embracing the basic principles of insects, disease and weed control in field crops and turfgrass. Emphasis is given to widely applicable control principles and the practical application of control methods. Fall, Spring, Summer.

AGRY 1110 FORAGE CROPS AND PASTURES. 3 hours. A combined lecture and laboratory course designed to study in greater detail the crops pertaining to livestock farming. Emphasis is placed on the grasses, legumes and grain crops produced in the area. Topics include assessment, crop production, grazing schedules, pasture renovation and basic plaint biology. Fall.

AGRY 2020 SOILS AND FERTILIZERS. 4 hours. A lecture course with a laboratory component designed to complement and support course work in the division’s various agricultural programs. Emphasis is placed on the more important soil properties, the nutrient requirements of plants, and fertilizers. Fall, Spring.

AGRY 2030 FIELD CROP PRODUCTION. 3 hours. A lecture course with a laboratory component designed to familiarize students with the basic principles and theories for modern field crop production. Emphasis is placed on the major field crops of Georgia and the Southeast. All aspects of production are covered from initial planning to market. Spring.

ARTS 1010 DRAWING. 2 hours. A foundation course in which concepts of composition, figure/ground, line, and value plus the techniques of contour and gesture drawing and the conventions of linear and aerial perspective are studied using a variety of traditional and non-traditional drawing techniques. Fall.

ARTS 1020 TWO DIMENSIONAL DESIGN. 3 hours. An elementary course in formal elements of art and principles of two-dimensional design and an introduction to color theory. Fall.

ARTS 1030 THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN. 3 hours. A course in principles of three-dimensional design. Spring.

ARTS 2211 ART HISTORY I. 3 hours. A survey of world art from prehistoric through medieval times. The formal characteristics of the painting, sculpture, architecture, and some of the minor arts will be analyzed in their stylistic and symbolic development. Spring, even years.

ARTS 2212 ART HISTORY II. 3 hours. A survey of world art from the early Renaissance to the present. The formal characteristics of the painting, sculpture, architecture, and some of the minor arts will be analyzed. An introduction to the basic knowledge necessary for the understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. A study of outstanding examples of painting, sculpture, and the related arts. Spring, odd years.

ARTS 2213 ART APPRECIATION. 3 hours. An introduction to the basic knowledge necessary for the understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. A study of outstanding examples of painting, sculpture, and the related arts. Fall, Spring.

ARTS 2217 PAINTING. 1 hour. An introduction to water color, oil, and acrylic painting methods. Fall.

ARTS 2240 CERAMICS. 3 hours. An introduction to basic clay hand building techniques, including slab and coil construction models. Spring.

ARTS 2241 CERAMICS II. 3 hours. Advanced study in ceramics. A continuation of Art 2240. Spring.

ARTS 2242 CERAMICS III. 3 hours. Advanced study in ceramics. A continuation of Art 2241. Spring.

ASLH 1110 LIVESTOCK EVALUATION AND SELECTION. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115. Evaluation of livestock for carcass composition and selection for the breeding herd. Beef cattle, swine and sheep are emphasized. Fall.

ASLH 1115 LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION. 3 hours. Introductory course in animal husbandry designed to acquaint the student with livestock’s place in agriculture. Emphasis on breeds and breeding, management, feeding, processing and production systems. Fall.

ASLH 1120 HERD HEALTH. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 1115 or ASLH 2010. An introductory course of the more common infectious and non-infectious diseases affecting farm livestock. Emphasis is upon disease, disease prevention and development of herd health programs. Spring.

ASLH 1125 INTRODUCTION TO POULTRY SCIENCE. 3 hours. An introductory course designed to cover the basics of the poultry industry including breeds, basic nutrition, and the biology of the domestic fowl and the application of the factors to the poultry industry. Fall.

ASLH 2010 INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL SCIENCE. 3 hours. Co-requisite: ASLH 2010L. A study of basic principles of animal genetics, selection, nutrition, growth, reproduction and lactation. Economic importance of livestock and poultry are emphasized. Fall, Spring.

ASLH 2010L INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL SCIENCE LAB. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany ASLH 2010. Fall, Spring.

ASLH 2203 ELEMENTS OF DAIRYING. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115. An elementary course dealing with dairying and its relationship to agriculture. Includes the areas of breeding, nutrition, marketing of milk, facilities, and the management of the dairy herd. Spring.

ASLH 2205 BEEF PRODUCTION. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115. A study in breeding, feeding, and managing of beef cattle. Emphasis on the cow-calf segment of the industry. Spring.

ASLH 2210 SWINE PRODUCTION. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115. A study of the breeding, feeding and managing of swine. Course will cover farrowing to finishing of swine. Fall.

ASLH 2215 FEEDING FARM ANIMALS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115 and complete MATH 1002 or higher. General course in livestock feeding and management with emphasis on nutrients and feedstuffs. Fall, Spring.

ASLH 2220 HORSE PRODUCTION. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115. A general introductory course which covers the basics of the horse industry such as breeds, selection, form-to-function, care and management, soundness, health, feeding and facilities. Spring.

ASLH 2225 REPRODUCTION OF LIVESTOCK. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 2010 or ASLH 1115, “C” or better in ASLH 1120, and a “C” or better in one of the animal sciences species production courses. A study of the anatomy and physiology of reproduction, mating systems, and breeding techniques. Fall.

ASLH 2228 POULTRY PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in ASLH 1125. A study of the production and management practices used in the production of poultry meat and eggs. Spring.

BIOL 1003 INTRODUCTORY BIOLOGY I. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 1003L. Three hours of lecture each week. General topics to be covered include cell structure and function, cell division, plant and animal energy pathways, genetics and evolution. This course is intended for non-science majors only. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 1003L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 1003. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 1004 INTRODUCTORY BIOLOGY II. 3 hours. Pre-requisite: BIOL 1003/1003L. Three hours of lecture each week. General topics to be covered include diversity of viruses and bacteria, plant and animal classification, structure and function of major plant and animal systems and ecology. Human biology is emphasized during the latter part of the course. This class is intended for the non-science major interested in a general understanding of biological concepts. It is highly recommended that BIOL 1003 be taken prior to this class. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

BIOL 1004L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 1004. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 1010 NATIVE BIRDS. Pre-requisite: BIOL 1003/1003L. 3 hours. Three hours of lecture each week usually in a classroom with an occasional field outing. The class is designed as an introduction to the life skill of birding. The course will include use of the Peterson method of field identification of birds with attention being given to birds of the Southeastern United States. Students will study the characteristics of the various Orders of the Class Aves and be expected to identify specimen using photographs, portraits, and/or calls. This class is intended for the non-science major interested in birds and bird watching. Fall as needed

BIOL 1020 NATIVE PLANTS. Pre-requisite: BIOL 1003/1003L. 3 hours. Three hours of lecture each week usually in a classroom with an occasional field outing. The class is designed as an introduction to native plants of the Southeastern United States. Native plants will be studied with a focus on their habitat, identification, and ecology. Students will study the characteristics of the mosses, the ferns and fern allies, the naked seed plants, and the flowering plants and be expected to identify specimens using photographs, diagrams and/or fresh organisms. This class is intended for the non-science major interested in native plants. Spring as needed.

BIOL 2011 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 2011L. Three hours of lectures each week. A detailed, integrated study of the structure and function of the human body including basic chemistry of living systems, study of the cell; tissues; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 2011L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 2011. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 2012 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 2012L. Prerequisite: BIOL 2011 and 2011L. Three hours of lecture each week. A continuation of BIOL 2011 including study of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Spring, Summer as needed.

BIOL 2012L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 2012. Spring, Summer as needed.

BIOL 2026 VERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 2026L. Prerequisite: BIOL 2107 and 2107L and BIOL 2108 and 2108L or BIOL 2012 and 2012L and associated laboratory courses with a grade of C or better. Three hours of lecture each week. A study of the classification, life histories, development, behavior, structure and function of vertebrate animals. Spring.

BIOL 2026L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 2026. Spring.

BIOL 2050 PRINCIPLES OF MICROBIOLOGY. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 2050L. Prerequisite: BIOL 2107 and 2107L or BIOL 2011 and 2011L and associated laboratory courses. Three hours of lectures each week. A study of the basic microorganism including pathogens, culturing, methods of staining, disinfection and disease. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 2050L LABORATORY. 1 hour. Two one-hour laboratory periods each week to accompany BIOL 2050. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 2107 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 2107L. Three hours of lecture each week. An integrated introduction to modern biology from atomic particles to evolution. General topics to be considered include chemical, molecular and cellular basis of life, photosynthesis, cell metabolism, cell division, genetics and evolution. This course is intended for science related majors. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 2107L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 2107. Fall, Spring, Summer.

BIOL 2108 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY II. 3 hours. Co-requisite: BIOL 2108L. Prerequisite: BIOL 2107 and BIOL 2107L. Three hours of lecture each week. General topics to be considered include Kingdom diversity and classification, plant structure and physiology, plant and animal reproduction, animal homeostasis, responsiveness, coordination, and ecology. This course is intended for science related majors. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

BIOL 2108L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany BIOL 2108. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

BUSA 1101 BUSINESS SEMINAR. 1 hour. An industry awareness and exploration course consisting of various topics associated with Buxiness and Economics.

BUSA 1105 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS. 3 hours. An integrative survey of the functional areas of business (finance, operations, marketing, human resources, etc.). Fall.

BUSA 2105 COMMUNICATING IN THE BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C” or better. A course emphasizing both interpersonal and organizational communications; to include written and oral exercises appropriate to business practice. Fall, Spring.

BUSA 2106 THE ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS. 3 hours. An introduction to the legal, regulatory, political, social, ethical, cultural, environmental and technological issues which form the context for business; to include an overview of the impact of demographic diversity on organizations. Spring.

BUSA 2155 BUSINESS LAW. 3 hours. A general study of law and its relationship to business. Special emphasis is upon the Law of Contracts as related to sales, property, negotiable instruments, and business organization. Fall.

CHEM 1211 PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY I. 3 hours. Co-requisite: CHEM 1211L. Three hours of lecture each week. A general course in chemistry including dimensional analysis, atomic and molecular structures, chemical and physical properties, gas laws, and solutions. Fall, Spring, Summer.

CHEM 1211L PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I. 1 hour. One-two hour laboratory and one one-hour lab preparation/recitation period each week to accompany CHEM 1211. Fall, Spring, Summer.

CHEM 1212 PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY II. 3 hours. Co-requisite: CHEM 1212L. Prerequisite: CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L. Three hours of lectures each week. A continuation of CHEM 1211 including thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, and selected descriptive chemistry. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

CHEM 1212L PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II. 1 hour. One-two hour laboratory and one one-hour lab preparation/recitation period each week to accompany CHEM 1212. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

CHEM 2040 FUNDAMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I. 3 hours. Co-requisite: CHEM 2040L. Prerequisite: CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L with a grade of C or better. Three hours of lecture each week. This course covers basic topics of structure and function, transition state theory, and stereoisomerism. Aliphatic and cyclic compounds, including alkanes, alkenes, alkyl halides, alcohol, ethers, and alkynes, are studied. Emphasis is placed upon investigating the common types of reactions these compounds undergo. Fall.

CHEM 2040L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One-three hour laboratory period each week to accompany CHEM 2040. Fall.

CHEM 2041 FUNDAMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II. 3 hours. Co-requisite: CHEM 2041L. Prerequisite: CHEM 2040 and 2040L with a grade of C or better. Three hours of lecture each week. This course is a continuation of CHEM 2040. Selected topics include aromatic compounds, ketones and aldehydes, carboxylic acids, amines, and amides. The structure, function, and reactivity of these compounds are investigated. IR and NMR spectroscopies are utilized as an aid in determining the structure of simple organic compounds. Spring.

CHEM 2041L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One-three hour laboratory period each week to accompany CHEM 2041. Spring.

CISM 2201 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS. 3 hours. A course designed to assure a basic level of computer applications literacy; to include word processing, spreadsheet, data-base, LAN, e-mail and Internet utilization. Fall, Spring, Summer.

CISM 2255 INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: A basic knowledge of computer applications. This course is designed for the student who has a very basic knowledge of computer applications yet needs to develop a more thorough understanding of microcomputer operating systems and commands. IBM compatible computers will be used to provide instruction using various operating systems such as Windows and DOS. Fall.

CISM 2256 INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTER PROGRAMMING. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2201 or consent of instructor. A programming course using the BASIC language will be taught on the microcomputer. Emphasis will be on the logic of programming to include structured programming concepts and modular program design. BASIC language concepts included will be input/output operations, control statements, looping, decisions, functions, arrays, and file processing. Spring.

CISM 2258 NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2201 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor. This course is designed to develop the students’ understanding of network topologies and provides an introduction to basic network design and administration. Spring.

CISM 2259 NETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2258 with a grade of “C” or better. This course is designed to develop the students’ understanding of router configurations, routed and routing protocols, multiple protocol networks, and the integration of disparate networks. Fall, even years.

CISM 2260 ADVANCED NETWORKING PROJECTS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2258 with a grade of “C” or better. This course covers network design, installation, configuration, diagnostics, troubleshooting, network optimization, and disaster recovery. Spring, odd years.

CISM 2261 ADVANCED PROGRAMMING. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CSCI 1301 or CISM 2256 with a grade of “C” or better. A project-based course in which students develop further programming skills in JAVA, C++, OR Visual Basic. As needed.

CISM 2265 MICROCOMPUTER SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS. 4 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2201 with a “C” or better, or working knowledge of an electronic spreadsheet package. A “hands-on” microcomputer course covering the use of an electronic spreadsheet package. All basic commands will be covered to include graphics, data tables, data management, macros, labels, ranges, “if” statements, plus an introduction into spreadsheets in Windows. Spring.

CISM 2270 MICROCOMPUTER Systems support. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2255. This course is designed to prepare students to provide hardware support for personal computer systems. Topics include, but are not limited to, hard drive installation and maintenance, customization of peripherals, memory management, backup and recovery procedures, and troubleshooting fundamentals. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, students should consider taking the A+ certification test sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association. Summer, and as needed.

CISM 2285 ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING & DESKTOP PUBLISHING. 4 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2201 with a “C” or better, or working knowledge of WordPerfect. An intermediate to advanced class in WordPerfect covering the basic functions of creating, printing, and saving documents, advancing to merging documents, tables, macros, graphics, desktop publishing, advanced tab settings, plus an introduction to WordPerfect in Windows. Fall.

CISM 2286 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY. 3 hours. Prerequisite: CISM 2255. This course is designed to allow students to develop an expertise in a specific area of the technology. Students would select a topic from such topics as advanced multimedia applications including sound and video clips, advanced database projects, advanced JAVA programming projects, advanced networking issues, or other related computer-based projects. The instructor will work with the student to develop individualized assignments which target the chosen application. Summer and as needed.

CISM 2295 DATABASE MANAGEMENT. 4 hours. Data storage media, file organization and manipulation techniques using sequential, indexed, and direct files. Use of a query language. Fall.

COMM 1000 ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS. 2 hours. A course in the principles of effective oral communication. Students will gain experience in research, organization, and delivery of different types of speeches. This course meets the graduation requirement for speech and may be used as one of the courses required in Area B, Institutional Options. Fall, Summer, Spring

COMM 1100 HUMAN COMMUNICATION. 3 hours. Designed to develop techniques in research, organization and delivery of different types of speeches; to develop communication skills including the clear, concise, effective oral presentation of ideas; and to develop an acceptable speaking voice. Fall, Spring, Summer.

COMM 1110 PUBLIC SPEAKING. 3 hours. A study of various forms of public address, and practice in the preparation and delivery of several types of speeches. Designed for a student interested in performing advanced work in speech research and organization. Every other spring.

COMM 1211 FORENSICS WORKSHOP. 1 hour. A course designed to prepare students for competition in Individual Events (Public Address, Oral Interpretation, Limited Presentation). Students will be responsible for researching and analyzing material, organizing and writing speeches, and participating in practice speech rounds. They will also be responsible for attending and participating in forensic tournaments at the novice level. One hour lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Fall, Spring.

COMM 2211 FORENSICS WORKSHOP. 1 hour. Prerequisite: Two units of COMM 1211. A course designed for students with previous collegiate competitive public speaking experience. Students will continue to study/practice in Individual Events with competition at the varsity level. One hour lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Fall, Spring.

CRJU 1100 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE. 3 hours. An examination of the structure, functions, and decision processes of agencies that deal with the management and control of crime and criminal offenders—the police, courts, and corrections. Fall, Summer odd-numbered years.

CRJU 1110 POLICE ADMINISTRATION. 3 hours. An examination of the principles of organization, administration, and functions of police departments. An evaluation of police facilities and programs; survey of career opportunities. Spring.

CRJU 1125 POLICE PATROL AND SERVICES. 4 hours. A course designed to acquaint the student with the basic training that a police patrolman would need for routine patrol. Classroom presentation, a weekly field experience riding in a patrol car, and mock practicals will cover most basic patrolling techniques, procedures and tasks that the patrol officer on the street would be expected to know. Summer even-numbered years.

CRJU 1130 FIREARMS. 3 hours. An introduction to the rules of safety and operation of the handgun. A joining of classroom lecture and range firing to instruct the student in the fundamentals of basic marksmanship. Open to all students. Summer even-numbered years.

CRJU 1140 DEFENSE TECHNIQUES. 3 hours. Designed to acquaint the in-service and pre-service Criminal Justice student with the necessary defensive and offensive physical processes needed in self protection and fulfilling an arrest. Open to all students. Fall even-numbered years.

CRJU 1145 TRAFFIC CRASH INVESTIGATION. 3 hours. A study of the principles of traffic safety and design. It is also an in-depth study of traffic crash investigation techniques and methods, including reconstruction, witness interviewing, photography, obtaining evidence for prosecution, and follow-up enforcement. Spring odd-numbered years.

CRJU 1150 NARCOTICS AND DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES. 3 hours. An introduction into the characteristics, effects, and history of selected narcotics and drugs. This course will examine the drug abuse problem as well as drug identification and abuse prevention. Fall.

CRJU 1165 HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION. 3 hours. An examination of techniques and methods used in the medicolegal investigation of death due to specific causes. The course will explore such topics as death by asphyxiation, gunshot wounds, poisoning, and other causes. Spring even-numbered years.

CRJU 1170 CORRECTIONAL PROCESS. 3 hours. An introduction to the evolution of correctional facilities and systems in America; the theories and philosophical background of different punishments as well as the alternatives to incarceration such as probation, parole, restitution, and an evaluation of their effectiveness in crime control. The course will cover the different responsibilities and problems faced by jail detention officers, correctional officers, probation and parole supervisors, and others in the corrections and probation career fields. Fall.

CRJU 2155 CRIMINAL EVIDENCE AND PROCEDURES. 3 hours. The course will cover statutory procedural considerations affecting arrest, search and seizure, and post-conviction treatment. Topics will include the origin, development, philosophy, and constitutional basis of evidence; kinds of degrees of evidence; rules governing admissibility; judicial decisions and interpretations of individual rights and case studies. Spring.

CRJU 2200 CRIMINAL LAW. 3 hours. A study of the definition and classification of crimes. The course gives consideration to criminal intent, acts of omission and commission, offenses against the person and property. The elements of some of the more common offenses are studied in depth; defenses to criminal acts are considered. Fall, Summer odd-numbered years.

CRJU 2210 JUVENILE PROCEDURES. 3 hours. An examination of the development of the delinquent and criminal behavior, the sociological and physiological theories of delinquency; and the historical and philosophical background, organization, function and jurisdiction of juvenile justice and its associated agencies. The course will focus on the special problems faced by police, social workers, case officers and others associated with the juvenile justice system in modern society. Fall.

CRJU 2215 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW. 3 hours. A study of the origin of the Constitution and judicial review to include the infrastructure and the practices of the courts in interpreting the Constitution, and the development of laws as they relate to the rationales and impact of Supreme Court decisions. Spring.

CRJU 2220 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION. 3 hours. A study of fundamentals of criminal investigation, crime scene search and recording, collection and preservation of evidence, scientific aids, modus operandi, sources of information, interviews and interrogation, follow-up and case presentation. Fall.

CRJU 2230 POLICE ROLE IN DEVIANT BEHAVIOR. 3 hours. An examination of the different sociological and physiological theories of deviant and criminal behavior, a historical perspective of both in American society, and the police officer’s role in confronting both suspects and victims of violence, as well as the different theories of prevention. The course will also introduce the concepts behind criminal behavior profiling and examine several high-profile criminal cases in which it was used. Spring.

CRSS 2010K PLANT SCIENCE. 4 hours. A lecture and laboratory designed to provide students who are pursuing a 4-year degree with an in-depth understanding of the form and function of plants, and their use in agriculture. Typical agronomic and horticultural plants are used as examples. Some topics include cell division, growth, development, crop production, usage, genetics and metabolism. Fall, Spring.

CSCI 1301 COMPUTER SCIENCE I. 4 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1111 or exemption. Four hours of lecture/demonstration each week. This course includes an overview of computers and programming; problem-solving and algorithm; simple data types; arithmetic and logical operators; selection structures; repetition structures; text files; arrays (one- and two-dimensional); procedural abstractions and software design; modular programming (including subprograms or the equivalent). Fall.

CSCI 1302 COMPUTER SCIENCE II. 4 hours. Prerequisite: CSCI 1301. Four hours of lecture/demonstration each week. The course includes an overview of abstract data types (ADTs); arrays (multi-dimensional) and records; sets and strings; binary files; searching and sorting; introductory algorithm analysis (including Big-O); recursion; pointers and linked lists; software engineering concepts; dynamic data structures (stacks, queues, trees). Spring.

ECON 2105 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS. 3 hours. This principles of economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze economic aggregates and evaluate economic policies. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ECON 2106 PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS. 3 hours. This principles of economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze structure and performance of the market economy. Fall, Spring, Summer.

EDUC 2100 TEACHING EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN. 3 hours. A study of the identification, characteristics, and educational needs of exceptional individuals. Fall, Spring.

EDUC 2204 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 with a “C” or better, and at least eighteen semester hours of academic credit with a 2.0 GPA. A study of the development of American education and the teaching profession with emphasis on the current organization and its scope. The course investigates the various social, legal, political, and economic forces within society which influence the direction of education. Students complete a field experience in an approved school environment. Fall, Spring.

ENGL 0099 DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH. 4 hours. Four hours of lecture each week. A composition course required of students scoring below an established cut-off score of the writing placement exam. Instruction focuses on helping students develop proficiency and confidence in their writing processes and in reading and responding to the writing of others. Students will be introduced to basic research skills and to writing-appropriate technology. Students may exit Learning Support English by successfully completing ENGL 0099, passing the WPE, and making a satisfactory score on the COMPASS exam. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ENGL 1101 COMPOSITION I. 3 hours. A composition course focusing on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including introductory use of a variety of research skills. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ENGL 1102 COMPOSITION II. 3 hours. Prerequisite: “C” or better in ENGL 1101. A composition course that develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by English 1101, that emphasizes interpretation and evaluation, and that incorporates a variety of more advanced research methods. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ENGL 2111 WORLD LITERATURE I. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. A survey of important works of world literature from ancient times through the mid-seventeenth century. Designed to foster in the student some knowledge and appreciation of world literature through the seventeenth century. Lectures, discussions, and research are devoted to major literary works, figures, and movements in historical context, with attention to recurrent themes, archetypes, and techniques of literary analysis as well as to the influence of philosophical and religious views on literature. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ENGL 2112 WORLD LITERATURE II. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. A survey of important works of world literature from the mid-seventeenth century to the present. Designed to foster in the student some knowledge and appreciation of world literature from the late seventeenth century to modern times. Lectures, discussions and research are devoted to major literary works, figures, and movements in historical context, with attention to recurrent themes, archetypes, and techniques of literary analysis as well as to the influence of philosophical and religious views on the literature. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ENGL 2130 AMERICAN LITERATURE. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. A survey of important works of American literature. Designed to foster in the student some knowledge and appreciation of American literature from the sixteenth century to the present. Lectures, discussions, and research focus on major figures, works, and movements in historical context, with special attention to themes, to techniques of literary analysis, and to the influence of philosophical and religious views on the literature. Fall, Spring, Summer.

FACS 1100 CAREER EXPLORATION. 1 hour. A study of the various fields of Family and Consumer Sciences designed to orient freshman in the opportunities, preparation and personal qualities important for the various fields of Family and Consumer Sciences. Required for all Family and Consumer Sciences majors. Fall, Spring, Summer.

FACS 1101 FASHION FUNDAMENTALS. 3 hours. A study of fashions as a social, economic, and merchandising force; designers, markets, and fashion cycles. Spring even years.

FACS 1103 INTRODUCTION TO CHILD DEVELOPMENT. 3 hours. A study of the development and needs of the infant, through teen years and how these needs may be met by the various members of the family and educational institutions. Spring even years.

FACS 1120 CREATIVE CLOTHING. 3 hours. A course designed to teach the fundamentals of clothing based on wardrobe planning, purchase and use of fabrics as well as garment construction. Emphasis upon intellectual reasoning, problem-solving, managing, communicating and manual dexterity is used. Fall even years.

FACS 1151 WELLNESS NUTRITION. 3 hours. A study of the basic principles of nutrition and selection of foods to maintain health at various stages of the life cycle. Spring odd years.

FACS 1161 INTERIOR SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT. 3 hours. A study of the selection, care and efficient use of small household equipment and large appliances. The development and understanding of the different types of energy used in the operation of equipment and home heating is stressed. Spring even years.

FACS 2206 INTERNSHIP. 3 hours. An Internship for students in Family & Consumer Sciences Technology. Fall, Spring, Summer.

FACS 2211 CHILDREN’S CREATIVE ACTIVITIES. 3 hours. A study of children’s creative activities including out of class observation periods. Planning experiences appropriate to age, interest, and background of the young child; including responsibility for guiding groups of children in preschool situations. Fall odd years.

FACS 2212 NURSERY SCHOOL AND DAY CARE MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Instruction and observation in the basic principles of group management of infants and preschoolers guidance in selection of equipment and play materials, time and space management and business management with special emphasis on health and safety, licensing, staffing, program development and general organization. Spring odd years.

FACS 2214 CLOTHING AND CONSUMER BEHAVIOR. 3 hours. A study of the selection of clothing and accessories during various life stages based on aesthetic, economic, psychological, and sociological aspects. Including personal grooming, clothing care, repair and storage. Fall odd years.

FACS 2220 CONSUMER ECONOMICS. 3 hours. Management of personal income in relation to individual needs and desires, investigation of consumer information sources, current financial and consumer credit problems which the individual or family may have to face. Fall even years.

FACS 2224 TEXTILES FOR CONSUMERS. 3 hours. A study of textile fibers, yarns, and fabrics; their properties and identification. Selection and care of textiles including their use in home furnishings and wearing apparel. Spring odd years.

FACS 2225 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. 3 hours. A course designed to equip the student with contemporary etiquette appropriate for business and social situations. Fall odd years.

FACS 2275 HOUSING AND INTERIORS. 3 hours. A course designed for the planning, selection, and placing of household furnishings in the home from the artistic economic and practical viewpoints. Planning and evaluating electrical wiring systems in relation to the furnishing used in the home. Spring odd years.

FACS 2279 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN INTERIORS. 3 hours. Individualized projects in the construction of specific household furnishings, including draperies and slipcovers, furniture re-upholstery, and other household accessories. Spring even years.

FACS 2290 RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS AND FURNISHINGS. 3 hours. An in-depth study of the principles of design applied to different types of interior environments and the furnishings and accessories used in them. The course also includes the adaptation of period and modern furnishings to contemporary interiors. Fall odd years.

FACS 2293 INTRODUCTION TO MARRIAGE AND FAMILY. 3 hours. An introduction to the structure, processes, problems and adjustments of contemporary marriage and family life. Dual listed as SOCI 2293. Fall, Spring, Summer.

FRSC 1130 SOILS & HERBACEOUS VEGETATION. 3 hours. A study of basic soil properties and their effects on the growth of non-woody plants. Soil classification and use of soil surveys will be related to plant community composition, and wildlife habitat. An introduction to plant taxonomy and family characteristics will provide background for emphasis placed on plants important as wildlife foods, indicator species, and threatened or endangered species. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1135 NONGAME WILDLIFE. 2 hours. This course is designed to acquaint student with wildlife management directed at species whose value lies in nonconsumptive use. Emphasis will be placed on terrestrial and aquatic species important as indicators, or categorized as threatened or endangered. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1140 FOREST MEASUREMENTS & MAPPING I. 3 hours. An introduction to the methods of assessing information on forest resources and presenting relevant information in a map format. Basic instruction will include forest inventory techniques, measuring standing trees, log rules and scaling, growth measurement. Mapping will include basic drafting and plotting techniques, acreage determination, constructing cover maps of forest types and wildlife habitat, and map orientation and interpretation. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1155 MICROCOMPUTERS IN FOREST RESOURCES. 2 hours. An introduction to the use of microcomputers in forestry and wildlife management. Included are: basic computer concepts and terminology, use of DOS and Windows operating systems, electronic mail, word processing, computer spreadsheets, and the use of the Internet. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1160 FOREST SURVEYING. 3 hours. An introduction to surveying which includes a discussion of survey methods, units and methods of linear and area measurement, leveling, and major surveying systems. Equipment familiarization includes use of compasses, steel tapes, transits, and leveling instruments. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1170 DENDROLOGY. 3 hours. An introduction to plant taxonomy and identification. Specific diagnostic features of major forest species will be discussed, with an emphasis on field identification. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1190 NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION. 3 hours. An introductory course dealing with renewable natural resources and basic concepts of their management. Soil, water, range, forests, wildlife, and fisheries will be emphasized. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 1192 FOREST WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. An introduction to the basic ecological principles which govern the management of wild animal populations. Emphasis will be placed on those concepts which have given rise to present day management principles. The relationships between wildlife species and other natural forest resources will be presented. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 2225 FOREST MEASUREMENTS I. 2 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1002 with a “C” or better. Introduction to forest products measurements, log rules, volume/weight tables and equations, measurement of standing trees, timber stand inventory techniques, and measurement of growth. Fall.

FRSC 2230 FOREST ECOLOGY & SOILS. 4 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1190 and ENGL 1101 with a “C” or better. This course includes the basic concepts of soil science and forest ecology; soil and vegetation classification; tree variability and diversity; site and climatic influences on tree growth; and the relationship of trees to other organisms. Fall.

FRSC 2235 FOREST SURVEYING & MAPPING. 4 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1002 with a “C” or better. An introduction to land surveying, map preparation and map interpretation. Topics included are: surveying terminology, distance and area measurement, surveying methods and equipment use, leveling, basic map drafting and plotting techniques, and geographic coordinate systems for land referencing. Fall.

FRSC 2240 FOREST SAFETY. 1 hour. This course will provide the student with a general competency in basic first aid, with an understanding of safety guidelines for equipment use and field work, and provide information on the proper handling of hazardous chemicals. Fall, Summer.

FRSC 2245 AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY & MAPPING. 4 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1155 and FRSC 2235 with grades of “C” or better. Interpretation of aerial photographs and their uses in forestry, including applications to map construction by traditional methods and by use of computers and related equipment. Spring.

FRSC 2250 FOREST PROTECTION. 2 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 2230. This course encompasses identification and control of important forest inserts and diseases: fire behavior, weather, and suppression strategies will also be addressed. Spring.

FRSC 2255 FOREST MEASUREMENTS II. 5 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1155, FRSC 1170, FRSC 2225 and FRSC 2235 with a grade of “C” or better. Study and application of procedures for determining timber stand volumes, including use of electronic data recorders and computation of sampling statistics. Spring.

FRSC 2260 CONSERVATION LAW ENFORCEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1192. A summer program designed to acquaint the student with the modern techniques of game and fish law enforcement. Procedures concerned with the prosecution of game and fish law violations will be covered. Field techniques, gun safety, jurisdiction and legal authority will be included. Summer.

FRSC 2261 FOREST GAME MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1192. Classroom and field instruction in game management, to include life histories, diseases, and study of natural habitats and their management throughout Georgia. Summer.

FRSC 2262 AQUATIC RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1190. Classroom instruction plus field work under actual working conditions. This includes taking water temperature, dissolved oxygen samples, hardness readings, fish samples, working nets, seining, operating work boats, and fertilizing of ponds. Summer.

FRSC 2263 ADVANCED WILDLIFE TECHNOLOGY. 3 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1192, recommend BIOL 2107. Designed to give the student knowledge pertaining to the practical application of techniques necessary for the management of wildlife populations. Use of wildlife literature, basic physiology, necropsy, sex and age determination, etc. will be incorporated. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 2264 WILDLIFE SEMINAR. 1 hour. Prerequisite: FRSC 2262. A capstone course for second-year Wildlife Technology students emphasizing student-lead discussions and demonstrations pertaining to current wildlife management techniques, research, policy, etc. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 2265 SILVICULTURE. 4 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 2230 or FRSC 1130; FRSC 1170 recommended. An introduction to the basic concepts of silvicultural methods and systems that includes all phases of stand management from nursery work to harvest/regeneration systems. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 2266 AQUATIC HABITAT MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 1190. This course will focus primarily on the identification and management of aquatic vegetation. Instruction will include training in formulation and application of aquatic herbicides, water chemistry analysis, and manipulation of habitat to benefit desired fish species. Summer.

FRSC 2270 PRINCIPLES OF SUPERVISION. 2 hours. This course provides the student with instruction in the basic concepts of supervision and human relations: personal prejudices, work place diversity, motivation, interviewing skills, conflict management, and performance evaluation. Fall, Spring.

FRSC 2275 FOREST INDUSTRIES. 2 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 2255 with a grade of “C” or better. A survey of forest industries, including tours of woodlands operations and manufacturing facilities. Summer.

FRSC 2280 FOREST HARVESTING. 2 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 2255 with a grade of “C” or better. A study of timber harvesting techniques and equipment, including logging cost analysis. Summer.

FRSC 2285 FORESTRY SEMINAR. 1 hour. Current research, professional ethics, policy issues, and regional silviculture will be discussed. Summer.

FRSC 2290 TIMBER MANAGEMENT. 5 hours. Prerequisite: FRSC 2245, FRSC 2255 and FRSC 2265 with a grade of “C” or better. A course in forestry management principles and techniques, including measurement of site productivity, determination of timber stand growth and yield, valuation of forest land and premerchantable timber stands, and forest investment analysis. Summer.

GEOG 1101 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN GEOGRAPHY. 3 hours. A survey of global patterns of resources, population, culture, and economic systems. Emphasis is placed upon the factors contributing to these patterns and the distinctions between the technologically advanced and less advanced regions of the world. Fall, Spring.

GNDR 1101 INTRODUCTION TO GENDER STUDIES. 2 hours. A survey course designed to introduce students to the social, cultural, and intellectual concepts of an interdisciplinary field that views gender not only as a major topic of study, but as a tool to analyze modern life. Fall.

HIST 1111 WORLD HISTORY I. 3 hours. A survey of World History to early modern times. The course focuses on the progress of humankind, the ancient societies of the world, the impact of religion on intellectual thought, the formation of social institutions, key social movements, and the political, social, and economic forces which spawned the development of current global trends. Fall.

HIST 1112 WORLD HISTORY II. 3 hours. A survey of World History from early modern times to the present. Issues addressed include the emergence of democracy, totalitarianism, nationalism, and internationalism; analysis of the principal social institutions with the factors and forces influencing them; and the economic aspects of societies during these centuries. Spring.

HIST 2111 UNITED STATES HISTORY I. 3 hours. A survey of United States history to the post-Civil War period. This course covers the major social, economic, political, and cultural issues which accompanied the development of American life from pre-Columbian beginnings to Reconstruction. A particular emphasis will be placed on the role of Georgia in the development of the nation. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HIST 2112 UNITED STATES HISTORY II. 3 hours. A survey of United States history from the post-Civil War period to the present. This course covers the major social, economic, cultural, and political issues in American history since the Civil War. A particular emphasis will be placed on the role of Georgia in the development of the nation. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HIST 2201 AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY. 3 hours. An introduction to the history of African-Americans in the United States, emphasizing their African heritage and their unique historical evolution in American society. This study also includes an analysis of the institutions and personalities which influenced and shaped the social, economic, political, and cultural developments of the African-American community and American civilization. Spring even-numbered years.

HIST 2232 MINORITIES IN AMERICAN HISTORY. 3 hours. Ethnic, socio-cultural, and economic perspectives will be employed in considering the essential pluralism of American society from colonial times to the present. Patterns of inclusion and exclusion of minorities throughout American history will be analyzed to give students a clear understanding of the significance of ethnic and cultural diversity in the evolution of modern American society. Fall even-numbered years.

HIST 2255 INTRODUCTION TO GEORGIA AND LOCAL HISTORY. 3 hours. An examination of Georgia history from colonial times to the present. By concentrated study of selected issues in state development, the course attempts to develop critical thinking and deeper appreciation of the historical process at the state and local level. Spring odd-numbered years.

HMSR 2101 COOPERATIVE FIELDWORK EXPERIENCES IN HUMAN SERVICES I. 4 hours. Students placed in work situations approved by the Coordinator of Human Services will receive academic credit. This course is not recommended to students planning to transfer to a four-year college. The Coordinator will outline the educational objectives to be attained by students and have the co-op employers agree to provide the opportunity for students to meet these objectives. Final grades will be assigned by the Coordinator. Fall.

HMSR 2102 COOPERATIVE FIELDWORK EXPERIENCES IN HUMAN SERVICES II. 4 hours. Students placed in work situations approved by the Coordinator of Human Services will receive academic credit. This course is not recommended to students planning to transfer to a four-year college. The Coordinator will outline the educational objectives to be attained by students and have the co-op employers agree to provide the opportunity for students to meet these objectives. Final grades will be assigned by the Coordinator. Spring.

HNRS 1101 HONORS SEMINAR. 1 hour. Freshman level honors seminar built around the concepts of “self,” “society,” and “nature.” Basic questions of human existence are explored in an interdisciplinary manner. The seminars also serve as an orientation to college life and are taken in place of ABAC 1000 by honors program students. Fall.

HNRS 1102 HONORS SEMINAR. 1 hour. Freshman level honors seminar built around the concepts of “self,” “society,” and “nature.” Basic questions of human existence are explored in an interdisciplinary manner. These seminars also serve as an orientation to college life and are taken in place of ABAC 1000 by honors program students. Spring.

HNRS 2101 HONORS SEMINAR. 1 hour. Sophomore level honors seminar. Selected special topics are explored in an environment that fosters both collaborative and independent learning. As needed.

HNRS 2102 HONORS SEMINAR. 1 hour. Sophomore level honors seminar. Selected special topics are explored in an environment that fosters both collaborative and independent learning. As needed.

HORT 2201 PRINCIPLES OF HORTICULTURE. 3 hours. Discussions and labs outlining the principles of horticulture including basic botany, plant growth, plant responses to climatic and environmental factors and maintenance programs applicable to fruits, vegetables and ornamentals. Transfer credit to senior institutions. Fall.

HORT 2202 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the selection, operation, and maintenance of power equipment used in various grounds maintenance programs. Acquaint students with the various types of mechanized equipment used in maintenance, production and planting operations and to teach respect for power while the student learns how to operate and use the equipment safely. Cost analysis of equipment and equipment calibrations will be emphasized. Fall.

HORT 2206 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN PRODUCTION. 3 hours. A conference and practical experience course directed to the ornamental production student. Projects selected by the student and the advisor will form the basis for this course through individual and group assignments and critical thinking and problem solving activities. Fall, Spring.

HORT 2207 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN LANDSCAPING. 3 hours. A conference and practical experience course directed to the landscape design and grounds management student. Projects selected by the student and the advisor will form the basis for this course through individual and group assignments and critical thinking and problem solving activities. Fall, Spring.

HORT 2208 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN TURFGRASS. 3 hours. A conference and practical experience course directed to the turfgrass student. Projects selected by the student and the advisor will form the basis for this course through individual and group assignments and critical thinking and problem solving activities. Fall, Spring.

HORT 2215 LANDSCAPE DESIGN. 4 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the principles of landscape design as applied to residential and commercial properties. Emphasis is placed on theory and principles of landscape design and planning suing mechanical drafting and computer skills. Sketching and plan presentation will be stressed. Spring.

HORT 2218 INTERIOR PLANTSCAPES. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the principles and practices of interior planting design; and installation and maintenance of foliage and flowering plants in residential and commercial buildings. Interior planting plans will be developed showing the plants and their value to the decorating scheme. Identification and cultural requirements of the most commonly used foliage and flowering plants will be studied. Fall.

HORT 2220 PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. On-the-job training for the student in Ornamental Production. Diagnostic (critical thinking and problem solving), technical, and communication skills will be emphasized. Extensive written recording and reporting will be required on an established schedule. A seminar presentation with slides will be required of each student at the completion of the training to communicate work activities, training exercises, and learned information. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HORT 2221 GREENHOUSE OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the status of the flower-growing industry with emphasis on locations, plans, structures, and markets as applicable to the commercial flower producer. The economics and practices of greenhouse operations are discussed including the effects of light, temperature, moisture, humidity, and media on the growth and development of flower crops. Fall.

HORT 2222 FLORICULTURE. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the production of bedding plants (annuals and perennials) with special emphasis on seed orders, scheduling seeding dates, transplanting, and marketing dates. Programs will be studied for watering, fertilization, and pest control. Spring.

HORT 2230 TURF INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. On-the-job training for the student in Golf and Commercial Turf Management. Diagnostic (critical thinking and problem solving), technical, and communication skills will be emphasized. Extensive written recording and reporting will be required on an established schedule. A seminar presentation with slides will be required of each student at the completion of the training to communicate work activities, training exercises, and learned information. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HORT 2231 TURFGRASS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing turfgrass cultivar and seed identification, selection, and establishment. The primary and secondary cultural practices will be identified and studied. Fall.

HORT 2232 TURFPEST MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing turfgrass pests including weed, insect, disease, and nematode management programs and how they relate to best management practices. Spring.

HORT 2233 GOLF COURSE DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the principles and practices in design, development, and management of golf courses. Selection and utilization of turfgrass materials, development of specifications for their nutritional, chemical, and mechanical maintenance, equipment, labor management, and public relations will be discussed. Spring.

HORT 2234 COMMERCIAL TURF MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing site preparation and establishment in commercial sod/seed production, and sports turf facilities. Basic and applied management programs, pricing, customer relations, scheduling, and personnel management will be emphasized. Spring.

HORT 2235 COMPUTERIZED GROUNDS MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and labs familiarize students with computerized grounds and golf course management. The TRIMS Grounds Management and GCS for Windows software programs will be the basis of this course. Budgets and expenses, inventory and purchase orders, personnel and labor, equipment and maintenance, chemicals and calibrations, schedules, and events, irrigation management, and graphics will be discussed. Fall.

HORT 2236 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES. 3 hours. Discussions to familiarize students with environmental issues in golf course construction and management, the role and conservation of water resources, environmental impacts of turfgrass fertilization and pesticides, development of integrated management systems for turfgrasses, wildlife and golf courses, wetlands and golf courses, and aquatic and terrestrial toxicities. Fall.

HORT 2239 GROUNDS IRRIGATION SYSTEMS. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing turfgrass and landscape irrigation systems. Basic installation, repairs, and troubleshooting will be emphasized. Fall.

HORT 2240 GROUNDS INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. On-the-job training for the student in Landscape Design and Grounds Management. Diagnostic (critical thinking and problem solving), technical, and communication skills will be emphasized. Extensive written recording and reporting will be required on an established schedule. A seminar presentation with slides will be required of each student at the completion of the training to communicate work activities, training exercises, and learned information. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HORT 2241 GROUNDS MANAGEMENT. 4 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the principles in selection, establishment, and maintenance of ornamental trees, shrubs, groundcovers, lawns, and flower areas will be emphasized. Planting procedures, pruning, mulching, fertilization, bracing, cabling, and bark and cavity repair. Fall.

HORT 2243 URBAN TREE MAINTENANCE. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories to familiarize students with the planning practices involving tree maintenance in urban landscapes and grounds, and arboriculture. Topics in the urban environment include vegetation ordinances; planning, planting, and maintenance of street trees; urban greenscape management; urban tree maintenance and pest control; and commercial and utility arboriculture. Spring.

HORT 2244 ORNAMENTAL PEST MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing ornamental pests including weed, insect, disease, and nematode management programs. Fall, Spring.

HORT 2250 INTERNSHIP II. 12 hours. Advanced on-the-job training for the student in Environmental Horticulture needing further industry experience. Diagnostic (critical thinking and problem solving), technical, and communication skills will be emphasized. Extensive written recording and reporting will be required on an established schedule. A seminar presentation with slides will be required of each student at the completion of the training to communicate work activities, training exercises, and learned information. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HORT 2251 GARDEN CENTER/FLORAL MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions addressing planning, establishment, and operation of an retail horticulture business. Display arrangements; lighting control; organization of plant materials, supplies, and garden equipment; and common business practices will be discussed. Fall.

HORT 2261 NURSERY CROP PRODUCTION. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing production, labor and sales management, retail and wholesale nurseries, locations, layout culture, equipment, and facilities. Spring.

HORT 2270 WOODY ORNAMENTAL PLANT IDENTIFICATION. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the cultural practices and landscape values of woody ornamental plant materials. Laboratory practices will include identification of plants commonly used in landscape planting. Fall, Spring.

HORT 2271 HERBACEOUS ORNAMENTAL PLANT IDENTIFICATION. 3 hours. Discussions and laboratories addressing the identification of common and outstanding herbaceous ornamentals. Cultural practices and landscape values of herbaceous ornamentals will be discussed. Spring.

HORT 2280 GOLF & GROUNDS INTERNSHIP. 9 hours. On job training for students in Golf and Grounds Management. Orientation session must be completed prior to placement. Detailed worksheet and project assignment to be completed during placement. Critical and rational thinking skills and problem-solving abilities will be exercised. As Needed.

HORT 2281 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITY I IN GOLF AND GROUNDS MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. This course is designed to familiarize students with golf and grounds management including the employment of critical and rational thinking skills and problem-solving abilities and the demonstration of communication skills through written and oral assignments addressing such activities. Projects and topics will be discussed and assigned based on individual student interests and current job responsibilities. Each student will complete learning experiences and share these with the class in a seminar format throughout the term. Spring even years.

HORT 2282 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITY II IN GOLF AND GROUNDS MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. This course is designed to further familiarize students with golf and grounds management including the employment of critical and rational thinking skills and problem-solving abilities and the demonstration of communication skills thorough written and oral assignments addressing such activities. Projects and topics will be discussed and assigned based on individual student interests and current job responsibilities. Each student will complete learning experiences and share these with the class in a seminar format throughout the term. Summer.

HORT 2283 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ACTIVITY III IN GOLF AND GROUNDS MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. This course is designed to further familiarize students with golf and grounds management including the employment of critical and rational thinking skills and problem-solving abilities and the demonstration of communication skills through written and oral assignments addressing such activities. Projects and topics will be discussed and assigned based on individual student interests and current job responsibilities. Each student will complete learning experiences and share these with the class in a seminar format throughout the term. Summer.

HORT 2290 GOLF CLUB INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. On-the-job training for the student in Golf Club Management. Diagnostic (critical thinking and problem solving), technical, and communication skills will be emphasized. Extensive written recording and reporting will be required on an established schedule. A seminar presentation with slides will be required of each student at the completion of the training to communicate work activities, training exercises, and learned information. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HORT 2291 GOLF CLUB OPERATIONS. 3 hours. Discussions designed to familiarize students in golf club management with time, service, and personnel management including the training of new employees, avoiding overlapping functions, and balancing workloads. Also, cost controls, foods, beverages, labor, insurance, securities, taxes, regulations, computers, communication marketing, telephone courtesy, and customer service will be emphasized. Fall.

HORT 2292 GOLF CLUB MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Discussions designed to further familiarize students in golf club management with clubhouse planning, professional dining room management, swimming pool management, mobile refreshment management, and newsletter development and edition. Also, menu design merchandising and marketing, menu engineering (customer demand, menu mix analysis, and retaining managers, developing annual operational and capital budgets and forecasting the club industry), preventing internal theft, club by-laws and contracts, and responsible beverage service will be emphasized. Spring.

HORT 2293 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN GOLF CLUB MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. A conference and practical experience course directed to the golf club student. Projects selected by the student and the advisor will form the basis for this course through individual and group assignments and critical thinking and problem solving activities. Fall, Spring.

HRMT 2200 INTRODUCTION TO HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT. 2 hours. An introduction to the history operations, and opportunities of restaurants, hotels, and institutions. The various characteristics of hospitality enterprises are examined. Fall.

HRMT 2201 FUNDAMENTALS OF FOOD MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Introduction to the principles of quantity food production in commercial and institutional operations. Emphasis on culinary terminology, and techniques of Food preparation. Also studied are menu planning, recipe standardization and costing. Fall.

HRMT 2202 FOOD AND LABOR COST CONTROL. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ACCT 2101. Analysis of fundamentals and techniques of cost control in Restaurant and hotel management. Management procedures to control costs in all operations are studies. Emphasis is placed on strategic planning, labor management and production, and service. Computer applications will be utilized . Spring.

HRMT 2203 HOSPITALITY MARKETING. 3 hours. Analysis of the marketing perspective in the hospitality industry. Segmentation, consumer preference, distribution and marketing methods are examined. Identifies the marketing plan and the role of marketing and sales and determines marketing operations and research. Fall.

HRMT 2204 RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HRMT 2200. The study of the organization and management of food service operations. Emphasis is placed on viewing the operation from the perspective of the quest and as a total unified system of interrelated components. Fall.

HRMT 2205 CATERING AND BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HRMT 2201, 2202, 2203, 2204, and MGMT 2165. Advanced quantity food production laboratory where students plan, manage, prepare, and serve meals to the college community. Two lecture hours, six laboratory hours per week. Spring.

HRMT 2210 HOTEL MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: HRMT 2200. The study of organization, planning, decision-making, and administration of Hotels with emphasis on front desk operations. Investigation of all departments in successful hotel operations. Spring.

HRMT 2250 HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP. 12 hours. Relevant work experience for students in Hospitality Management. As needed.

HUMN 1100 TOPICS IN THE HUMANITIES. 1 hour. An exploration of issues and ideas related to the study and/or practice of the humanities in the contemporary world. Topics will vary. Fall, Spring.

HUMN 2221 WESTERN WORLD HUMANITIES I. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. Designed to foster in the student some knowledge and appreciation of literature, music, painting, sculpture, and architecture in the following art periods: Greek, Roman, early Christian, Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance. Fall, Spring, Summer.

HUMN 2222 WESTERN WORLD HUMANITIES II. 3 hours. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102. Designed to foster in the student some knowledge and appreciation of literature, music, painting, sculpture, and architecture in the following art periods: Baroque, Rococo, Classic, Romantic, and Twentieth Century. Fall, Spring, Summer.

JRNL 1100A,B,C JOURNALISM WORKSHOP. 1 hour. Practical application of journalistic techniques in (1) the operation of ABAC’s student publications or (2) the operation of WPLH-FM. (A) Pegasus (B) WPLH (C) Stallion. Fall, Spring.

JRNL 1101 INTRODUCTORY JOURNALISM. 3 hours. A survey of contemporary mass media focused on journalism history and current trends, particularly in the area of news gathering. A student is encouraged to gain practical experience by involvement in one or more of the student media on campus; off-campus media employment would also provide practical experience. Fall.

JRNL 2015 RADIO-TV ANNOUNCING. 3 hours. Non-dramatic performance before microphone and camera. Application of techniques of delivery in the interpretation of radio-television copy (news, feature scripts, continuity and commercials). A student will study ad-lib and interviewing techniques. Spring.

JRNL 2060 NEWS WRITING AND REPORTING. 3 hours. A study and practical application of basic news reporting, writing, and editing. Involvement in and contribution to one or more of various communications media on campus required. Spring.

MATH 0099 INTRODUCTORY ALGEBRA. 5 hours. Five hours of lecture each week. Emphasis will be placed on the study of the real number system, linear equations and inequalities, graphs of linear equations, systems of linear equations, operations with polynomials, factoring polynomials, arithmetic with radicals and rational exponents, complex numbers, an introduction to quadratic equations, absolute value, functional notation, concepts of geometry including the Pythagorean Theorem, and algebraic applications. Required of a student scoring below an established cut-off score on the algebra placement exam. Students may exit Developmental Algebra by successfully completing MATH 0099 and making a satisfactory score on the COMPASS Placement exam. Students not exiting Developmental Algebra will repeat MATH 0099. Fall, Spring.

MATH 1002 TECHNICAL MATHEMATICS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: Set by math placement test. Three hours of lectures each week. A study of basic mathematical processes and concepts, metric conversion, elementary descriptive geometry and trigonometry with applications, percent, ratio and proportion and simple algebraic operations. Fall, Spring, Summer.

MATH 1011 TRIGONOMETRY. 3 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1111 with a grade of C or better or exemption from MATH 1111. Three hours of lecture each week. A study of the trigonometric functions and their inverses, further study of complex numbers. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

MATH 1101 MATHEMATICAL MODELING. 3 hours. This course is an introduction to mathematical modeling using graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal techniques to describe and explore real-world data and phenomena. Emphasis is on the use of elementary functions to investigate and analyze applied problems and questions, supported by the use of appropriate technology, and on effective communication of quantitative concepts and results. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

MATH 1105 MATHEMATICAL INQUIRY FOR TEACHERS. 3 hours. A problem-centered treatment of mathematics including the general content areas of probability, statistics, geometry, and algebra. Designed for elementary education majors. Fall, Spring.

MATH 1111 COLLEGE ALGEBRA. 3 hours. Three hours of lecture each week. This course is a functional approach to algebra that incorporates the use of appropriate technology. Emphasis will be placed on the study of linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions, their graphs and applications. Fall, Spring, Summer.

MATH 1113 PRE-CALCULUS MATHEMATICS. 4 hours. Prerequisite: Exemption from Math 1111 College Algebra and high school Trigonometry. This course is taken in lieu MATH 1111 and MATH 1011. This course is designed to prepare students for calculus, physics, and related technical subjects. Topics include an intensive study of algebraic and transcendental functions and analytic geometry. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

MATH 1120 SEMINAR IN LINEAR ALGEBRA. 1 hour. One hour of lecture each week. General topics to be covered include an introduction to systems of linear equations, matrices and algebra of matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, and eigenvalues. Emphasis will be placed on computational development and applications. Spring.

MATH 2000 STATISTICS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1111 or exemption. Three hours of lecture each week. A basic course in elementary statistics dealing with frequency distributions, means, deviations, variances, analysis of variance, correlations and interpretations of statistical findings. Fall, Spring.

MATH 2003 APPLIED CALCULUS. 3 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1111 with a grade of C or better or exemption from college algebra. Three hours of lecture each week. An overview of analytical geometry and an introduction to calculus with application to problems in business, economics, and social science. Among topics included are analysis and applications of linear and polynomial functions, analysis and applications of differentiation, and analysis and applications of exponential and logarithmic functions. The course is designed for business majors and is not acceptable for science or mathematics majors. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

MATH 2053 CALCULUS I. 4 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1011 or MATH 1113 with a grade of C or better or exemption. Four hours of lecture/demonstration each week. A first course in the techniques and theory of the calculus. Topics include: limits, continuity, differentiation and integration, applications of the derivative and the integral. Fall, Spring, Summer.

MATH 2054 CALCULUS II. 4 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 2053 with a grade of C or better. Four hours of lecture/demonstration each week. Topics include further study of applications of derivative and integral, transcendental functions, polar coordinates, conic sections, infinite series. Fall, Spring.

MATH 2055 CALCULUS III. 4 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 2054 with a grade of C or better. Four hours of lecture/demonstration each week. Topics in real-valued functions of several variables, including vector calculus, three-dimensional analytic geometry, partial differentiation, elementary linear algebra, vector spaces, three dimensional geometry, multiple integration and applications. Spring.

MGMT 2165 FUNDAMENTALS OF MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. This course is designed to give a student the knowledge of the applied management techniques, practices, and principles that are universally accepted in contemporary business. Emphasis is placed on the decision-making process and to solve management problems of planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling. Fall.

MGMT 2166 SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. A study of various small business patterns designed to acquaint students with the problems and procedures of starting a business venture. Strong emphasis will be placed on entrepreneurial opportunities and new venture processes, as well as coverage of managerial activities needed for successful operation of small firms. Fall.

MGMT 2167 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT. 3 hours. Includes an introduction to the nature of employer/employee relationships, a study of contemporary human relations techniques employed by business managers, as well as a survey of the primary functions of personnel administration including recruiting, selection, interviewing, training, testing, and supervision. Spring.

MKTG 2175 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING. 3 hours. Principles and methods involved in the movement of goods and services from producer to consumer. Market institutions and functions are discussed. Special attention to problems encountered in managing the Marketing Mix. Spring, even years.

MKTG 2176 ADVERTISING AND SALES PROMOTION. 3 hours. Designed to acquaint the student with all phases of sales promotion, advertising, display, direct mail, radio, and TV. Actual practice in developing material in accordance with modern technique. Spring, odd years.

MKTG 2177 PERSONAL SELLING. 3 hours. Designed to develop persuasive oral communication skills and their practical application to the basic principles of selling. The study of product information and its presentation, determination of customer needs, buying motives, customer analysis, opportunities in selling and personality requirements of salespeople. Spring.

MUSC 1000 BEGINNING KEYBOARDS. 2 hours. Basic instruction in keyboard instruments. A student who plans to enroll in applied music and MUS 134 must pass the course with a C or better or must exempt MUSC 1100. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1000 BEGINNING KEYBOARDS, NON-MAJOR. 2 hours. Basic instruction in keyboarding instruments. Designed for a student not majoring in music and who may not take MUS 1000. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1080A CONCERT BAND. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1080B CONCERT BAND. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1090A CONCERT CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1090B CONCERT CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1100 MUSIC APPRECIATION. 3 hours. An introduction into the basics of music and a study of masterpieces of music literature, as well as a brief overview of the history of music. This course is designed for a non-music major who has little background or basic knowledge of music. Fall, Spring, Summer.

MUSC 1134 ELEMENTARY MUSIC THEORY. 2 hours. Part-writing of triads, sight-singing, dictation, and keyboard harmony. Some creative work. Fall.

MUSC 1135 ELEMENTARY MUSIC THEORY. 2 hours. Triads in inversions, dominant seventh chord, secondary seventh chords and invasions, sight-singing, dictation, and keyboard harmony. Continuation of creative work. Spring.

MUSC 1181A APPLIED MUSIC. 1 hour. One 30-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. Designed for a music major taking a second applied principal in a secondary applied. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1181B APPLIED MUSIC. 1 hour. One 30-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. Designed for a music major taking a second applied principal or a secondary applied. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1182A APPLIED MUSIC. 2 hours. One 50-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. For a music major only. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1182B APPLIED MUSIC. 2 hours. One 50-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. For a music major only. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1187A JAZZ CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who is a member of the chorus and who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1187B JAZZ CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who is member of the chorus and who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1190A JAZZ ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument. Gives a student the opportunity to experience all types of jazz musical styles (blues, swing, rock, and improvisation) through the actual playing of instruments in a small combo group. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1190B JAZZ ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument. Gives a student the opportunity to experience all types of jazz musical styles (blues, swing, rock, and improvisation) through the actual playing of instruments in a small combo group. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1191A SMALL GROUP ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument in the groups listed above or who have experience in corps marching. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 1191B SMALL GROUP ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument in the groups listed above or who have experience in corps marching. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2234 ADVANCED MUSIC THEORY. 2 hours. Secondary dominant, modulation, melodic and harmonic material, analysis of small forms (binary and ternary), eartraining, keyboard harmony, and analysis. Continuation of creative work. Fall

MUSC 2235 ADVANCED MUSIC THEORY. 2 hours. Neapolitan and augmented chords, chromatic chord forms (chromatic mediants, altered dominant, and borrowed chords), advanced modulation, advanced form (rondo and sonata-allegro), contemporary techniques, including extended chords, quartal and secondary harmony, twelve-tone rhythmic devices, sight-singing, eartraining, keyboard harmony, and analysis. Continuation of creative work. Spring.

MUSC 2281A APPLIED MUSIC. 1 hour. One 30-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. Designed for a music major taking a second applied principal or a secondary applied. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2281B APPLIED MUSIC. 1 hour. One 30-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. Designed for a music major taking a second applied principal or a secondary applied. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2282A APPLIED MUSIC. 2 hours. One 50-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. For a music major only. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2282B APPLIED MUSIC. 2 hours. One 50-minute lesson a week in piano, organ, other instrument or voice. For a music major only. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2287A JAZZ CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who is a member of the chorus and who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2287B JAZZ CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who is a member of the chorus and who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2090A CONCERT CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2090B CONCERT CHOIR. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2080A CONCERT BAND. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2080B CONCERT BAND. 1 hour. Open to any student who can qualify. A total of 4 hours may be earned. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2290A JAZZ ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument. Gives a student the opportunity to experience all types of jazz musical styles (blues, swing, rock, and improvisation) through the actual playing of instruments in a small combo group. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2290B JAZZ ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument. Gives a student the opportunity to experience all types of jazz musical styles (blues, swing, rock, and improvisation) through the actual playing of instruments in a small combo group. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2291A SMALL GROUP ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument in the groups listed above or who have experience in corps marching. Fall, Spring.

MUSC 2291B SMALL GROUP ENSEMBLE. 1 hour. A total of 4 hours credit may be earned. Open to any student who can suitably play a musical instrument in the groups listed above or who have experience in corps marching. Fall, Spring.

NURS 1108 NURSING I-FUNDAMENTALS. 5 hours. Three hours of lecture, three skills lab hours and three clinical lab hours each week. This course is a study of the concepts and psychomotor skills which provide the foundation for nursing theory and practice. A major focus is on the utilization of the nursing process to care for clients from young adulthood through later maturity who require assistance in meeting needs. Fall.

NURS 1109 NURSING II-ASSESSMENT & CRITICAL THINKING. 3 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 1108 with a C or better. Two hours of lecture and three hours of skills lab each week. This course is a study of the basic skills which provide the foundation for nursing assessment and critical thinking. The major focus of this course is on physical assessment of all body systems. Nutritional, psychosocial, and community assessment will be included. Concepts, principles and skills of critical thinking and management will be introduced. Fall.

NURS 1110 NURSING III- MEDICAL/SURGICAL ONE. 5 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 1109 with a C or better. Three hours of lecture and six of clinical lab each week. This course is a study of the perioperactive client and clients with dysfunctions of the gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and sensory systems. The major focus of this course is on utilization of the nursing process to care for clients experiencing these dysfunctions. Spring.

NURS 1114 NURSING IV- MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS. 4 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 1110 with a C or better. Three hours of lecture and three hours of clinical lab each week. This course is a study of clients with mental dysfunctions. The major focus of the course is on utilization of the nursing process to care for clients experiencing these dysfunctions. Spring.

NURS 1115 TRANSITION TO ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING. 3 hours. Three hours of lecture each week. This course is designed to assist the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to matriculate into the second year of the Associate in Science in Nursing program, thereby conferring credit for previously acquired nursing knowledge. The major focus of the course is on role transition and selected concepts from nursing courses offered during the first year of nursing. Summer.

NURS 2207 NURSING V- MEDICAL/SURGICAL TWO. 5 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 1114 or NURS 1115 with a C or better. Three hours of lecture and six hours of clinical each week. This course is a study of clients with dysfunctions of the cardiovascular, endocrine, genitourinary, immunological, neurological, and respiratory systems. The major focus of this course is on utilization of the nursing process to care for clients experiencing these dysfunctions. Fall.

NURS 2208 NURSING VI- MATERNAL-CHILD & WOMEN'S HEALTH. 4 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 2207 with a C or better. Three hours of lecture and three hours of clinical each week. This course is a study of female clients from adolescence through later maturity and newborn infants. The major focus of this course is on utilization of the nursing process to care for maternity clients, newborn infants and clients experiencing dysfunctions specific to females. Fall.

NURS 2209 NURSING VII- PEDIATRICS. 4 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 2208 with a C or better. Three hours of lecture and three hours of clinical lab each week. This course is a study of pediatric clients from infancy through adolescence. The major focus of the course is on utilization of the nursing process to care for pediatric clients experiencing these dysfunctions. Spring

NURS 2210 NURSING VIII- MEDICAL/SURGICAL THREE. 5 hours. Prerequisite: NURS 2209 with a C or better. Three hours of lecture and six hours of clinical lab each week. This course is a study of clients with dysfunctions of the cardiovascular, endocrine, genitourinary, immunological, neurological, integumentary, musculoskeletal, sensory and respiratory systems. The major focus of this course is on utilization of the nursing process to care for clients experiencing complex and/or multiple dysfunctions. Spring.

PHED 1000C ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION I. 1 hour. Medical release and physician’s verification of physical limitations are required. The course includes screening and assessment to provide individualized programming. The needs of the student will be used to establish a personalized training program. Fall.

PHED 1001C ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION II. 1 hour. Medical release and physician’s verification of physical limitations are required. This course is a continuation of Adaptive Physical Education I. Spring.

PHED 1100C HEALTH & WELLNESS. 2 hours. Two class meetings per week. Designed to provide the student with knowledge of current health problems including physical fitness, nutrition, pollution and major diseases, and to encourage application of this knowledge for healthful living. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring, and Summer.

PHED 1101C ARCHERY. 1 hour. The purpose of this course is to give basic knowledge and skill of archery as a sport to the student for personal use. This course may be used by the participant to advance techniques and skill in recreational archery. It may also be used by a student interested in the sport of bow-hunting. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1103C BEGINNING SWIMMING. 1 hour. Limited to the non-swimmer, course provides instruction in basic swimming skill and water safety. Included are breathing, floating, gliding, front crawl and elementary water safety. Fall(bi-termed), Summer

PHED 1104C RACQUET SPORTS. 1 hour. A beginning course which is designed to teach the basic fundamentals and techniques in badminton and tennis. Rules and strategy will be emphasized. Students will be required to furnish their own racquets. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1106C VOLLEYBALL. 1 hour. Designed to teach the basic skills, strategy and rules. Skills include the different volleys, serving, spiking and blocking. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1121C TENNIS II. 1 hour. Prerequisite: PHED 1104C with a grade of B or better. A continuation of PHED 1104C. Offering the advanced player more practice in skills, strategy and techniques. The student will be required to furnish his/her own racquet. MEN and WOMEN. Spring, Summer.

PHED 1123C WEIGHT TRAINING. 1 hour. A course designed for a student interested in improving strength, power, and physical fitness by the use of the weight machines. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PHED 1125C FITNESS WALKING/CONDITIONING. 1 hour. A class designed to provide instruction in power walking and calisthenics. Skills will be directed at the improvement of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1132W AQUATICISE/FITNESS. 1 hour. A class designed to improve cardiorespiratory fitness, endurance, strength and flexibility through exercises on land and in water. Fall.

PHED 1137C INTERMEDIATE SWIMMING. 1 hour. This class encompasses instruction in the crawls, side strokes, elementary back stroke, breast stroke, and basic safety and rescue skills. This course is not for the non-swimmer. Fall(bi-termed), Summer.

PHED 1138C VOLLEYBALL II. 1 hour. Prerequisites: PHED 1106C with a grade of B or better and permission of instructor. A continuation of PHED 1106C in which a skill player acquires the fundamentals of competitive team strategy through the game of power volley. Spring.

PHED 1139C GOLF II. 1 hour. Intermediate Golf. Prerequisite: PHED 1141C with a grade of B or better of a 15 or less handicap. A course designed to help a student apply the basic skills learned in PHED 1141C for successful scoring and employment of the game. Further concentration in understanding rules and etiquette will be emphasized. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PHED 1140C BADMINTON II. 1 hour. Prerequisite: PHED 1104 with a grade B or better. A course designed to apply the basic fundamentals learned in PHED 1104. This class will include advanced strategies in singles and doubles competition. MEN and WOMEN. Spring.

PHED 1141C GOLF I. 1 hour. A course which covers basic fundamental skills in golf. Its purpose is to provide each student with a working knowledge of the game. Lecture classes will cover terminology, rules and etiquette. Practical classes will include driving, chipping and putting. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PHED 1150C COUNTRY/WESTERN LINE DANCE I. 1 hour. Designed to impart knowledge and skill in country/western line dancing. Classes cover terminology and movements used in various line dances. MEN and WOMEN. Fall.

PHED 1151C COUNTRY/WESTERN LINE DANCE II. 1 hour. Classes cover terminology and movements used in various line dances. MEN and WOMEN. Spring.

PHED 1160C BOWLING I. 1 hour. A course designed for student interested in developing the basic fundamentals of bowling. Skill instruction will cover approach and delivery, strikes, and spares. Classroom instruction will cover scoring and rules. Additional fee required. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1161C BOWLING II. 1 hour. Prerequisite: PHED 1160C with a grade of B or better. An advanced skills and strategy class with tournament play. Additional fee required. MEN and WOMEN. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1170 FIELD EXPERIENCE. 1 hour. Practical experience in public or private schools, the City Parks and Recreation Department, on campus with intramurals/athletics, or other experiences as assigned. Students will present a final written summary of their experiences. Fall, Spring.

PHED 1210 INTRODUCTION TO RECREATION: 3 hours. This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic concepts of recreation. The course will include the history of the recreation movement, theories of play and leisure, and philosophies of recreation. Emphasis will be placed on the economic importance of recreation and the social institutions providing recreation. Fall.

PHSC 1011 SURVEY OF PHYSICS. 3 hours. Co-requisite: PHSC 1011L. Prerequisite: MATH 1111 or exemption. Three hours of lecture each week. A survey course dealing with elementary fundamentals of physical science, especially physics, with some study of the simpler applications. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

PHSC 1011L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One two-hour laboratory period each week to accompany PHSC 1011. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PHSC 1012 SURVEY OF CHEMISTRY. 3 hours. Co-requisite: PHSC 1012L. Three hours of lecture each week. Chemistry is used to investigate selected topics of current interest, including global warming, ozone depletion, and air and water pollution. The chemistry is introduced on a need to know basis. Emphasis will be placed upon how chemistry impacts everyday life. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

PHSC 1012L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One three-hour laboratory period each week to accompany PHSC 1012. Fall, Spring, Summer as needed.

PHYS 1111 INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS I. 3 hours. Co-requisite: PHYS 1111L. Prerequisite: MATH 1011 or MATH 1113. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation each week. An introductory course which will include material from mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. Elementary algebra and trigonometry will be used. Fall, Spring and Summer as needed.

PHYS 1111L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One three-hour laboratory period each week to accompany PHYS 1111. Fall, Spring and Summer as needed.

PHYS 1112 INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS II. 3 hours. Co-requisite: PHYS 1112L. Prerequisite: PHYS 1111 AND PHYS 1111L. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation each week. An introductory course which will include material from electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. Elementary algebra and trigonometry will be used. Spring, Summer as needed.

PHYS 1112L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One three-hour laboratory period each week to accompany PHYS 1112. Spring, Summer as needed.

PHYS 2211 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS I. 3 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 2053. Co-requisite: PHYS 2211L. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation each week. An introductory course which will include material from mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves. Elementary differential calculus will be used. Fall.

PHYS 2211L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One three-hour laboratory period each week to accompany PHYS 2211. Fall

PHYS 2212 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS II. 3 hours. Co-requisite: PHYS 2212L. Prerequisite: PHYS 2211 and PHYS 2211L. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation each week. An introductory course which will include material from electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. Elementary differential and integral calculus will be used. Spring.

PHYS 2212L LABORATORY. 1 hour. One three-hour laboratory period each week to accompany PHYS 2212. Spring.

POLS 1101 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT. 3 hours. An introductory course covering the essential facts of federal, state, and local governments in the United States. The origin, development, organization, and practices of national and state governments will be examined. This course satisfies state law requiring examination on Georgia and United States Constitutions. Fall, Spring, Summer.

POLS 2201 STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT. 3 hours. An examination of the organization and functions of the state and its political subdivisions. Emphasis is given to the state and local governments of Georgia. Spring.

POLS 2401 GLOBAL ISSUES. 3 hours. An examination of current global issues. Topics will include environmental, demographic, economic, and security concerns at the international level. An emphasis will be placed on the relevance of these global issues to the citizens of the state of Georgia. Fall.

PSYC 1101 INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY. 3 hours. A broad survey of the major topics in psychology including, but not limited to, research methodology, biological and social factors influencing behavior, development, learning, memory, personality, and abnormal behavior/therapy. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSYC 2101 INTRODUCTION TO THE PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT. 3 hours. An introductory examination of the applied psychological theory and research concerning mental health and well being. Personal application is stressed. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 2103 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN DEVELOPMENT. 3 hours. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a “C” or better. An introductory, non-laboratory based examination of human development across the life span with an emphasis on normal patterns of physical, cognitive, and social development. Fall, Spring, Summer.

PSYC 2201 INTRODUCTION TO ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR. 3 hours. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a “C” or better. An introduction to clinical procedures involved with assessing, diagnosing, treating and anticipating treatment outcomes for persons with identifiable mental disorders. While the course is text-oriented and based in the vocabulary of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a student will also be expected to apply theoretical constructs to pseudopatients found in novels, docu-novels and case studies. Fall, Spring.

READ 0098 DEVELOPMENTAL READING I. 4 hours. Four hours of lecture each week. This course is designed to teach reading skills necessary for success in comprehending college level courses. Topics include context clues, literal comprehension, inferential skills, and vocabulary development. This course requires reading lab work. Required of a student scoring below an established cut-off score on the reading placement exam. Students may exit Developmental Reading by successfully completing READ 0098 and making satisfactory score on the COMPASS exam. Students not exiting Developmental Reading will repeat READ 0098 or progress to READ 0099. Fall, Spring, Summer.

READ 0099 DEVELOPMENTAL READING II. 3 hours. Three hours of lecture each week. This course is designed to teach reading skill necessary for success in comprehending college level courses. Topics include vocabulary development, literal and inferential comprehension, and analytical reading skills. This course requires reading lab work. Required of a student scoring below an established cut-off score on the reading placement exam. Students may exit Developmental Reading by successfully completing READ 0099 and making a satisfactory score on the COMPASS exam. Fall, Spring, Summer.

RELG 1100 INTRODUCTION TO WORLD RELIGIONS. 3 hours. A survey and comparison of the beliefs, practices, traditions, history, and modern developments of the basic world religions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Fall.

REMM 0090 REMEDIAL MATH. 5 hours. Five hours of lecture each week. This course is designed to help the student with an understanding of the fundamental processes with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and signed numbers. The course will increase the students’ knowledge and competency in geometry concepts and in solving linear equations. Required of a student scoring below an established cut-off score on the pre-algebra placement exam. REMM 0090 is the course that prepares a student for MATH 1002. Fall, Spring.

RGTE 0199 REGENTS’ ESSAY REMEDIATION. 2 hours. This course is required of a student who fails to meet the essay requirements of the University System Regents’ Test. This course includes intensive classroom instruction and individual conferences in English composition skills. Fall, Spring, Summer.

RGTR 0198 REGENTS’ READING REMEDIATION. 2 hours. This course is required of a student who fails the reading portion of the University System Regents’ Test. The course consists of intensive individualized instruction in vocabulary building and reading composition. Fall, Spring, Summer.

ROTC 0499 LEADERSHIP LABORATORY. The ROTC 1000 and 2000 Leadership Laboratory (LAB) courses included a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill ceremonies, military commands and Air Force opportunities. ROTC 3000 and 4000 courses provide advanced leadership experiences that involve planning, organizing and executing cadet training activities, as well as, preparing and presenting briefings and other oral written communications. Fall, Spring.

ROTC 1001 INTRODUCTION TO THE AIR FORCE TODAY I. 1 hour. A survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: mission and organization of the United States Air Force, officership, and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force opportunities and benefits, and written communications. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory (ROTC 0499) complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. Fall.

ROTC 1002 INTRODUCTION TO THE AIR FORCE TODAY II. 1 hour. A survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: mission and organization of the United States Air Force, a macro history of the United States military, Air Force opportunities and benefits, group leadership projects and oral communication. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory (ROTC 0499) complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. Spring.

ROTC 2001 THE AIR FORCE WAY I. 1 hour. A survey course designed to facilitate the transition form ROTC cadet to Air Force ROTC officer candidate. Featured topics include: Air Force heritage and leaders, development of airpower doctrine from the invention of the airplane through the present, and written communications. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory (ROTC 0499) complements this course by providing cadets with their first opportunity to apply leadership experiences discussed in class. Fall.

ROTC 2002 THE AIR FORCE WAY II. 1 hour. A survey course designed to facilitate the transformation from ROTC cadet to Air Force ROTC officer candidate. Featured topics include: Introduction to leadership, quality Air Force management tools, ethics and values, oral communication group leadership projects. A mandatory Leadership Laboratory (ROTC 0499) complements this course by providing cadets with their first opportunity to apply leadership experiences discussed in class. Spring.

SCIE 1003 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY. 1 hour. One hour each week. Designed to teach the meaning of 300 Latin and Greek roots, suffixes, and prefixes. With the knowledge of these 300 elements, a student is able to interpret and understand more than 10,000 complex medical terms. Fall and Spring.

SCIE 1005 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. 3 hours. Pre-requisite: PHSC 1011/1011L or PHSC 1012/1012L. Three hours of lecture each week. A study of ecological concepts that form the basis for understanding environmental issues confronting us; ecology, populations, diversity, resources, pollution and global climate changes. Interrelationships of physical, chemical and biological components of the environment and the impact of human activities on the biosphere are explored. Fall, Spring.

SCIE 1005L LABORATORY. 1 hour. Pre-requisite: PHSC 1011/1011L or PHSC 1012/1012L. One-two hour laboratory experience each week. Experiences will include environmental science activities in the laboratory as well as field trips to local areas of environmental interest. Designed to accompany SCIE 1005 but may be taken independently. Fall, Spring.

SCIE 1006 MARINE SCIENCE. 3 hours. Pre-requisite: PHSC 1011/1011L or PHSC 1012/1012L. Three hours of lecture each week usually in a classroom with an occasional field outing. The course will include a general overview of the fundamentals of Marine Science including marine geology, physics, chemistry, and biology. The course addresses geological features of the marine environment, physical and chemical features and actions of the marine environment, marine organisms and their ecological interactions, as well as human interactions and conservation of marine resources. A capstone field experience is provided at the end of the semester. This class is designed for non-science majors with an interest in oceans and marine science. Fall as needed.

SCIE 1007 INTRODUCTORY GEOLOGY. 3 hours. Pre-requisite: PHSC 1011/1011L or PHSC 1012/1012L. Three hours of lecture each week usually in a classroom with an occasional field outing. The course topics introduced will include physical geological features and processes that shape our Earth. Topics will include Rocks and minerals, resources (water, soil, minerals, and energy)_and processes such as plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, streams, flooding and coastal erosion. Topics extend to include waste disposal, pollution, environmental law, and land use planning. A capstone field experience is provided at the end of the semester. This class is designed for non-science majors with an interest in geological concepts. Spring as needed.

SOCI 1101 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY. 3 hours. A survey of the discipline of sociology. Topics will include sociological theory, methods, and selected substantive areas, such as sex, age, gender, social class, and race/ethnicity. Fall, Spring, Summer.

SOCI 1160 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL PROBLEMS. 3 hours. A theoretical and empirical analysis of selected major social problems confronting American society. Fall, Spring, Summer.

SOCI 2110 HUMAN SERVICES AND SOCIAL POLICY. 3 hours. Prerequisite: SOCI 1101 with a “C” or better. An introduction to the problems of social policy and human services professions. The course will include a study of various settings which offer social services; development of knowledge, values, and skills relevant to human services; and examination of the problems encountered in social delivery systems. Students will explore the diversity of jobs in the current market that await two- and four-year degree holders. Spring.

SOCI 2293 INTRODUCTION TO MARRIAGE AND FAMILY. 3 hours. An introduction to the structure, processes, problems and adjustments of contemporary marriage and family life. Fall, Spring, Summer.

SOCI 2400 HUMAN SERVICES LABORATORY IN FIELD WORK. 3 hours. Prerequisite: SOCI 2110 with a “C” or better. Field experience supervised by faculty in a community setting which provides an opportunity for the student to integrate and apply knowledge, theory, and understanding derived from classroom learning. This experience aids in the further development of the techniques and skills common to practice in the social welfare field, such as observation, data collecting and organizing, interviewing, and reporting and evaluating impressions. Summer, Fall.

SOSC 1100 VALUES, ISSUES, & PERSPECTIVES IN SOCIAL SCIENCES. 1 hour. An interdisciplinary seminar designed to introduce the student to some of the fundamental concepts and issues of the social sciences and to develop the student’s critical thinking skills. Topics, which will vary from term to term, will include such themes as American values, gender issues, and current political or social issues. Fall, Spring.

SPAN 1001 ELEMENTARY SPANISH I. 3 hours. Introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish and to the culture of Spanish-speaking regions. Non-credit for students presenting two or more high school units in Spanish earned within the past three years. Work includes drill in fundamentals of grammar. Fall, Spring, Summer.

SPAN 1002 ELEMENTARY SPANISH II. 3 hours. Continued listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish with further study of the culture of Spanish-speaking regions. A continuation of SPAN 1001. Fall, Spring, Summer.

SPAN 2001 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH. 3 hours. A continuation of SPAN 1001 and SPAN 1002. Spring.

SPAN 2002 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH. 3 hours. A continuation of SPAN 1001, SPAN 1002, and SPAN 2001. Spring.

THEA 1100 THEATRE APPRECIATION. 3 hours. Introduction to the art of the theatre emphasizing its historical development. Survey of the basic elements and theories of theatrical production with special consideration of theatre as an artistic experience. Fall.

THEA 1101 DRAMA WORKSHOP. 1 hour. Practical application of techniques of acting and scene design and construction in the preparation of the Baldwin Players’ dramatic productions. Fall, Spring.

THEA 1103 STAGECRAFT. 3 hours. A broad study of technical theatre, with emphasis on scene construction and painting, lighting methods, set design and sound system. Spring.