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BIOL 091 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 3

Study of the human body, its structure and functions, with an introduction to its relationship to disease. Not for College credit. Pass/No Pass (Fall, Spring)

BIOL 101 Anatomy and Physiology I 4

High school or college chemistry taken prior to enrolling in this course, or a minimum ACT standard composite score of 19, or permission from the department chair. This is the first trimester of a two-trimester course. Study of the typical structure and function of the human body. Includes a study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems, along with their cytology, histology, and chemistry. Three hours of lecture and two hours of lab each week. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

BIOL 101L Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 0

Corequistes: BIOL 101

BIOL 102 Anatomy and Physiology II 4

Prerequistes: BIOL 101
with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) Further study of the typical structure and function of the human body. Covers endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Three hours of lecture and two hours of lab each week. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

BIOL 102L Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 0

Prerequistes: BIOL 101

BIOL 103 Biological Concepts 4

A study of the characteristics of the five kingdoms of living organisms. Unifying concepts, such as cells, growth, metabolism, morphology, and other fundamental life processes, will be investigated. Three hours of lecture and two hours of lab each week. This course is designed for non-science majors and does not meet the requirement for a major or minor in biology. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring)

BIOL 103L Biological Concepts Lab 0

Corequistes: BIOL 103

BIOL 125 Concepts of Pathophysiology 3

Prerequistes: BIOL 102
or with permission from the department chair Introduction to a study of the abnormalities of the physiologic functions of the human body and the accompanying biologic and physical manifestations of disease, including the immunological and genetic aspects. The relevance to diagnosis and treatment will also be discussed. (Fall, Summer)

BIOL 144 Sectional Anatomy 3

Prerequistes: BIOL 102
Study of human anatomy, primarily emphasizing axial planes, but also including sagittal, coronal, and oblique planes. Designed to aid imaging modality students in recognizing, locating, and identifying normal anatomy on various computer images. Two hours of lecture and two hours of lab each week. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

BIOL 144L Sectional Anatomy Lab 0

Prerequistes: BIOL 101; BIOL 102
Corequistes: BIOL 144

BIOL 151 General Biology I 4

A minimum score of 19 in science and reasoning on the ACT or permission from the department chair. This is the first trimester of a two-trimester course. Surveys methods and concepts in biology, cellular biology, including biomolecular functions, metabolic pathways, principles of inheritance, along with evolution and diversity of microbiota and macrobiota. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in biology. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall)

BIOL 151L General Biology Lab 0

BIOL 152 General Biology II 4

Prerequistes: BIOL 151
with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) Surveys plant structure and function with an in-depth study of animal structure and function, including ecology and behavior. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in biology. A lab fee will be assessed. (Spring)

BIOL 152L General Biology II Lab 0

Prerequistes: BIOL 151
Corequistes: BIOL 152

BIOL 159 Directed Study in Biology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

BIOL 225 Principles of Microbiology 4

Prerequistes: BIOL 102
Corequistes: BIOL 225L
or with permission from the Department Chair Study of the principles of microbiology, disinfection, sterilization, elementary immunology and microorganisms, emphasizing their relationship to health and disease. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab each week. This course does not satisfy the requirement for a major or minor in biology. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

BIOL 225L Principles of Microbiology Lab 0

Prerequistes: BIOL 101; BIOL 102
Corequistes: BIOL 225

BIOL 255 Topics in Biology 1

Permission of the department chair. Various topics in the areas of science will be offered as needs and interests arise.

BIOL 328 Principles of Pathophysiology 4

Prerequistes: BIOL 101; BIOL 102; ENGL 102
Corequistes: CHEM 101
Declared BSHS major Explores the principles of human physiology and the pathologic processes that alter normal physiological functioning. This course will provide the student with an understanding of structural and functional response of cells, tissues, organs and systems to pathological dysfunctions. The student will develop the ability to relate clinical manifestations to pathophysiologic changes. (Spring)

BIOL 330 General Microbiology 4

Prerequistes: BIOL 152; ENGL 102
(BIOL 152 or permission from the instructor) Study of the morphology, physiology, genetics, symbiotic relationships, and methods of control of bacteria, yeasts, molds, viruses, and some protozoa. Topics will also include host immune responses, environmental applications of microorganisms, and genetic engineering technology. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in biology. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall)

BIOL 330L General Microbiology Lab 0

BIOL 345 Genetics 4

Prerequistes: BIOL 152; CHEM 312; ENGL 102
or permission from the Department Chair A study of the principles of inheritance in all living organisms and an investigation of gene structure and function. Topics will include classical (Mendelian), molecular, and non-Mendelian genetics. Basic principles of genetic engineering will be addressed. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in biology. A lab fee will be assessed. (Spring)

BIOL 345L Genetics Lab 0

Prerequistes: BIOL 152; ENGL 102
Corequistes: BIOL 345

BIOL 375 Issues in Science and Religion 3

Prerequistes: BIOL 101; ENGL 102
or permission from the Department Chair (Note: BIOL 102 or 152) This course is designed to help the student develop an understanding of the issues raised by the interaction between modern science and present-day Christian thought. A brief historical overview of the conflict between science and religion is followed by an assessment of the contemporary state of the dialogue in such areas as cosmology and the origins of the universe, origins of life, the theory of Darwinian evolution, and the design argument. (Spring)

BIOL 459 Topics in Biology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Various topics in the areas of biological sciences will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

BUSN 220 Principles of Accounting 3

Introduces students to the generally accepted concepts, principles, and practices of accounting. Topics include debit and credit transaction analysis, preparation of financial statements, analysis of balance sheet accounts, and concepts of the management of accounts. (Fall)

BUSN 221 Principles of Accounting II 3

Prerequistes: BUSN 220
A continuation of BUSN 220. Introduces the concepts of accounting for partnership; corporate accounting, which covers stock transactions and issuance of dividends; cash flow statements; managerial and cost accounting; and budgetary planning. (Spring)

CHEM 101 Principles of Chemistry 3

An introduction to the fundamental principles of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry. Topics covered will include atomic and molecular structure; chemical bonding; stoichiometry; states of matter; chemical kinetics; acid-base equilibria; hydrocarbons; carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins; and biochemical processes with emphasis on the application of chemistry to everyday life. This course is designed for non-science majors, does not satisfy the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry, and cannot be used as a prerequisite for any other chemistry course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

CHEM 101L Principles of Chemistry Lab 1

Corequistes: CHEM 101
or permission from the Department Chair Laboratory material designed to illustrate the concepts of lectures in CHEM 101. Three hours of lab per week. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

CHEM 151 General Chemistry I 4

Prerequisite: One year of high school chemistry with a minimum grade of "B" (3.00), and college algebra (MATH 120 or equivalent) with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00), or by permission from the department chair. This is the first trimester of a two-trimester course. Topics include nature of matter, electronic structure, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, chemical bonding, molecular structures, and chemical equilibrium. Three hours of lecture and four hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall)

CHEM 151L General Chemistry I Lab 0

Corequistes: CHEM 151

CHEM 152 General Chemistry II 4

Prerequistes: CHEM 151
A continuation of CHEM 151. Topics include solutions and colloids, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, kinetics, chemical families, and nuclear chemistry. Three hours of lecture and four hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry. A lab fee will be assessed. (Spring)

CHEM 152L General Chemistry II Lab 0

Prerequistes: CHEM 151
Corequistes: CHEM 152

CHEM 159 Directed Study in Chemistry 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

CHEM 210 Analytical Chemistry and Lab 4

Prerequistes: CHEM 152
The fundamental principles of quantitative analysis with emphasis on statistics, chemical equilibrium, volumetric analysis, volumetric procedures, gravimetric procedures, electrochemistry, and basic instrumental analysis. Three hours of lecture and four hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry. A lab fee will be assessed. (Spring)

CHEM 311 Organic Chemistry I 4

Prerequistes: CHEM 152
This is the first trimester of a two-trimester course. A study of the structure and reactions of organic compounds with emphasis on nomenclature, molecular structure, reaction mechanisms, stereochemical properties, electronic effects, and spectra-structure relationships. Three hours of lecture and four hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall)

CHEM 311L Organic Chemistry I Lab 0

CHEM 312 Organic Chemistry II 4

Prerequistes: CHEM 311
A continuation of CHEM 311. Three hours of lecture and four hours of lab each week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry. A lab fee will be assessed. (Spring)

CHEM 312L Organic Chemistry II Lab 0

Prerequistes: CHEM 311; CHEM 311L
Corequistes: CHEM 312

CHEM 411 Biochemistry I 4

Prerequistes: CHEM 312; ENGL 102
A study of the fundamental principles of the chemistry of living organisms. Enzymatic catalysis and mechanisms, enzyme kinetics and the structures and properties of biomolecules including amino acids, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleotides, nucleic acids, and biological membranes will be studied. (Fall)

CHEM 412 Biochemistry II 3

Prerequistes: CHEM 411; ENGL 102
A continued study of the fundamental principles of the chemistry of living organisms. Bioenergetics and metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids, regulation of gene expression and signal transduction pathways, hormones and the study of neurotransmitters, acetylcholine, catecholamines, serotonin and gamma-aminobutyric acid. (Spring)

CHEM 413L Biochemistry Lab 1

Prerequistes: CHEM 411; ENGL 102
Corequistes: CHEM 412
An introduction to the qualitative and quantitative methods of isolation, purification and identification of biological materials including organelle separation, electrophoresis, and the effects of hormones on macromolecular synthesis. (Spring)

CHEM 459 Topics in Chemistry 1

Prerequistes: CHEM 312; ENGL 102
Credit of one to three hours is available Various topics in the area of chemistry will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

CPTR 103 Introduction to Microcomputer Basic Applications 2

Computer applications using IBM-compatible microcomputers. This course includes an introduction to hardware, software, the Internet and word-processing applications. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

CPTR 105 Introduction to Microcomputers 3

Credit of one to three hours is available. Online students will receive credit by validation if they complete the entire nursing program online. Computer applications using IBM-compatible microcomputers. This course combines the content of CPTR 103 as well as spreadsheet and presentation applications. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

CPTR 159 Directed Study in Microcomputers 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

CPTR 205 Web Page Development 3

Prerequistes: CPTR 103; CPTR 105
Designed to teach the skills required to develop multiple web pages through the use of HTML coding, cascading style sheets, and scripting. Topics covered in this course will include the use of images, sound, animation, and other media. A variety of development tools including editors and design packages will be utilized. Techniques in setting up a web server and uploading to a server will be included. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

DBIO 144 Sectional Anatomy 3

Prerequistes: BIOL 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Study of human anatomy, primarily emphasizing axial planes, but also including sagittal, coronal, and oblique planes. Designed to aid imaging modality students in recognizing, locating, and identifying normal anatomy on various computer images.

DBSA 343 Legal Aspects of Healthcare 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. An introduction to general law and its interpretation, including various aspects of personnel law, contract law, and those laws regulating the relationship of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations with governmental and non-governmental agencies.

DBSA 354 Leadership and Organizational Behavior 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. An exploration of the nature of individual and group behavior as it relates to the workplace. Attention will be given to motivation, performance, and morale, as well as the supervision and leadership of employees.

DBSA 385 Marketing and Healthcare 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. A study of the nature and function of marketing within the healthcare setting. Topics include strategic planning, competitive analysis, conservative behavior, marketing communication, and public relations.

DBSA 388 Components of Healthcare Financial Management 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Explores the concepts of managerial accounting including an understanding of the accounting cycle and the presentation and interpretation of financial statements.

DCHE 101 Principles of Chemistry 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. An introduction to the fundamental principles of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry. Topics covered will include atomic and molecular structure; chemical bonding; stoichiometry; states of matter; chemical kinetics; acid-base equilibria; hydrocarbons; carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins; and biochemical processes with emphasis on the application of chemistry to everyday life. This course is designed for non-science majors, does not satisfy the requirement for a major or minor in chemistry, and cannot be used as a prerequisite for any other chemistry course.

DENG 101 English Composition I 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisite: A minimum English ACT score of 19, or a passing score on the English Composition Placement Test, or ENGL 091 with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). Focuses on writing as a means for authentic expression and exploration. Emphasis is on the writing process, especially revision. Students write several expository essays organized according to prescribed modes and learn specific writing skills and principles which readily apply to most writing tasks. This course meets the requirement for a written communication course.

DENG 102 English Composition II 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 101
with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Applies the writing skills developed in ENGL 101 while focusing on rhetorical and reasoning skills necessary for various persuasive and research writing activities. Students write several persuasive papers and a major research paper. This course meets the requirement for a written communication course.

DENG 315 Technical Writing 3

Prerequistes: DENG 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Techniques of written communication within a professional setting. Includes writing reports, proposals, case notes, and charts. This course meets the requirement for a written communication course.

DENG 325 Healing Words: The Literature of Healthcare 3

Prerequistes: DENG 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. A study of literature that encourages examination of the healthcare profession from the perspective of the healthcare provider and the patient. This course is an exploration of literature medical, ethical, and spiritual issues within cultural and social contexts. Reading and writing assignments and projects include the examination of contemporary issues such as patient care, the prolonging of life, euthanasia, AIDS, and the relationship between the mind and healing.

DHIS 174 World Civilization I 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Study of the development of Western and non-Western civilization with an emphasis on Europe and its interaction with non-European civilizations. Covers the time periods from pre-history to the beginning of the Middle Ages.

DHMN 325 Healing Words: The Literature of Healthcare 3

Prerequistes: DENG 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. A study of literature that encourages examination of the healthcare profession from the perspective of the healthcare provider and the patient. This course is an exploration of literature medical, ethical, and spiritual issues within cultural and social contexts. Reading and writing assignments and projects include the examination of contemporary issues such as patient care, the prolonging of life, euthanasia, AIDS, and the relationship between the mind and healing.

DHPE 125 Health and Wellbeing 2

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Topics include the fundamental elements of physical fitness, nutrition, weight control, and stress management. Emphasis will also be given to the practice of personal vision, management, and leadership which contribute to a holistic paradigm of individual health. Covers both theoretical and experiential components.

DMAT 120 College Algebra 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisites: Two years of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00), and one of the following: a minimum score of 19 on the math portion of the ACT, or successful completion of MATH 101 with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00), or a passing grade on the Mathematics Placement Test. A study of the concept of function, as well as other advanced algebra concepts. Following a brief review of algebra topics covered in previous courses, the topics covered in this course will include an extension of intermediate or high school algebra topics; number systems including complex numbers; equations and inequalities involving linear and quadratic models; polynomials; absolute values; radicals and rational expressions; matrices and determinants; solutions of systems of equations and inequalities; sequences; series; limits and logarithms. Emphasis is placed on pertinent applications of these topics as well as the use of appropriate support technologies, such as graphing calculators.

DMAT 205 Introduction to Applied Statistics 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisite: Two semesters of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "B" (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of "C"(2.00). An introduction to statistics and its applications, this course is designed to prepare students to interpret and evaluate statistics and statistical methods used in published research papers and to make decisions about the appropriateness of specific statistical methods in a variety of settings. Areas of emphasis will include descriptive statistics; analysis of graphs; sampling methods; binomial, z, t, and chi-square; confidence intervals; and hypothesis testing. This course will not fulfill the math requirement for the Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences.

DPSY 124 General Psychology 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Survey of psychology, including human development, sensation and perception, learning and thinking, emotions, motivation, personality, and stress, as well as psychological disorders and their treatment.

DREL 368 World Religions 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisite Note: DENG 102 may replace ENGL 102. A study of the major world religions, including their history and development. This course will also familiarize the student with the major tenets and practices of these religions. Available as a Baccalaureate degree course.

DREL 379 Lessons on Living: Biblical Perspectives 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisite Note: ENGL 102 may replace DENG 102 Attention to the wisdom books of the Old Testament, the Sermon on the Mount, and the Parables of Jesus

DSOC 349 Aging and Society 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisite Note: DENG 102 may replace ENGL 102. Explores the relationship between attitudes within society and the elderly. It examines the increasing influence of senior citizens upon the norms, politics, economics, and demographics of society.

DSTA 205 Introduction to Applied Statistics 3

Online course available only for the students enrolled in online degrees. Prerequisite: Two semesters of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "B" (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of "C"(2.00). An introduction to statistics and its applications, this course is designed to prepare students to interpret and evaluate statistics and statistical methods used in published research papers and to make decisions about the appropriateness of specific statistical methods in a variety of settings. Areas of emphasis will include descriptive statistics; analysis of graphs; sampling methods; binomial, z, t, and chi-square; confidence intervals; and hypothesis testing. This course will not fulfill the math requirement for the Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences.

ENGL 091 English Review 3

Designed for those students whose English ACT score is below 19 or who do not pass the English Composition Placement Test. This course focuses on the basic steps in the writing process. Emphasis is on developing the writing and grammar skills necessary for successful entry into ENGL 101. Students must earn a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) to progress into ENGL 101. Not for College credit. (Pass/No Pass) (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ENGL 101 English Composition I 3

Prerequisite: A minimum English ACT score of 19, or a passing score on English Composition Placement Test, or ENGL 091 with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). Focuses on writing as a means for authentic expression and exploration. Emphasis is on the writing process, especially revision. Students write several expository essays organized according to prescribed modes and learn specific writing skills and principles which readily apply to most writing tasks. This course meets the requirement for a written communication course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ENGL 102 English Composition II 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 101
with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). Applies the writing skills developed in ENGL 101 while focusing on rhetorical and reasoning skills necessary for various persuasive and research writing activities. Students write several persuasive papers and a major research paper. This course meets the requirement for a written communication course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ENGL 144 Medical Terminology 2

Development of a medical vocabulary, including spelling, abbreviations, and the general use of medical terms. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

ENGL 159 Directed Study 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area.

ENGL 214 Survey of American Literature 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
A study of representative selections from major American writers with an emphasis on ideas, trends, and attitudes having universal interest and value. Genres include poetry, short stories, drama, the novel, and the essay. (Fall)

ENGL 215 Survey of British Literature 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
A survey of representative selections of British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the 20th century. Various genres, authors, and works will be covered, including Chaucer, Shakespeare, Donne, Milton, and Wordsworth. (Spring)

ENGL 255 Topics in English 1

Credit of one to three hours is available. Various topics in the areas of language arts will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

ENGL 315 Technical Writing 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
Techniques of written communication within a professional setting. Includes writing reports, proposals, case notes, and charts. This course meets the requirement for a written communications course. (Spring)

ENGL 459 Topics in English 1

Credit of one to three hours is available. Various topics in the areas of language arts will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

FNCE 101 Principles of Money Management 1

Introduces students to the keys to financial management. Practical everyday applications are utilized to reinforce concepts of budgeting, checkbook management, cash management, savings, and debt management, as well as investment concepts, tax management, and retirement planning. (Pass/No pass). (Fall, Spring, Summer)

Free* Free Elective 3

HBSA 475 Health Care Management 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
A study of management theory: planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and budgetary controls. Topics will include theories of department productivity and work simplification, preparation of resumes; interviewing skills; professional attitudes; group theory; and group dynamics. Coursework will include special projects designed and supervised by the instructor. (Fall, Spring)

HIST 159 Directed Study in History 1

Credit of one to three hours is available. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

HIST 174 World Civilization I 3

Study of the development of Western and non-Western civilization with an emphasis on Europe and its interaction with non-European civilizations. Covers the time periods from pre-history to the beginning of the Middle Ages. (Fall, Spring)

HIST 175 World Civilization II 3

Study of the development of Western and non-Western civilization with an emphasis on Europe and its interaction with non-European civilizations. Covers the time periods from the Middle Ages to the present. (Fall, Spring)

HIST 211 U.S. History I 3

A survey of United States political, diplomatic, social, and cultural history from the period just before European settlement to the Civil War. The course will examine ideas, institutions, movements, and events that shaped United States history. Students will focus on topics such as Colonial America, the American Revolution, Jeffersonian Democracy, Slavery, and the Civil War. (Fall)

HIST 212 U.S. History II 3

A survey of United States political, diplomatic, social, and cultural history from the Civil War until the present. The course will examine ideas, institutions, movements, and events that shaped United States history. Students will focus on major events such as Reconstruction, industrialization, world wars and conflicts, the Great Depression, and the Civil Rights Movement. Special attention will be placed on the following themes: race, ethnicity, gender, big business, politics, and technological innovation. (Spring)

HMNT 159 Directed Study in Humanities 1

Credit of one to three hours is available. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

HMNT 210 Literature and Fine Arts 3

An interdisciplinary course that surveys literature, painting, and sculpture of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The historical, aesthetic, and philosophical influences of literature and art will be explored through reading and discussing literature, as well as studying art in Orlando art museums. (Fall, Summer)

HMNT 325 Healing Words: The Literature of Healthcare 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
A study of literature that encourages examination of the healthcare profession from the perspective of the healthcare provider and the patient. This course is an exploration of literature of medical, ethical, and spiritual issues within cultural and social contexts. Reading and writing assignments and projects include the examination of contemporary issues such as patient care, the prolonging of life, euthanasia, AIDS, and the relationship between the mind and healing. (Fall)

HPER 123 Fitness 1

Basic fitness training and the development of a lifelong personal conditioning program. The didactic component includes basic information on preparing for and maximizing an exercise program. The activity portion of the course monitors a student's implementation of that program. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

HPER 125 Health and Wellbeing 2

Covers both theoretical and experiential components. Topics include the fundamental elements of physical fitness, nutrition, weight control, and stress management. Emphasis will also be given to the practice of personal vision, management, and leadership which contribute to a holistic paradigm of individual health. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

HPER 127 Women's Fitness 1

Basic fitness training for women, exploring the unique concerns related to self-image, ideal weight, pregnancy, premenstrual syndrome, and menopause. (Fall, Spring)

HPER 159 Directed Study in Physical Education 1

Credit of one to three house is available. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

HPER 223 Advanced Fitness 2

Prerequistes: HPER 125
Advanced Fitness is designed for the student who desires to attain peak fitness for conditioning and health. The course will emphasize cardiovascular fitness training, muscular strength, and endurance exercises. Students will establish personal fitness goals and select between competing in a 5K or 10K run by the end of the trimester. Sports nutrition will be an important component of this course. (Fall, Spring)

HTSC 101 Introduction to Allied Health Careers 1

Designed to acquaint students with a range of opportunities and careers in allied health and nursing. (Pass, No Pass) (Fall, Spring)

HTSC 343 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
An introduction to general law and its interpretation including various aspects of personnel law, contract law, and those laws regulating the relationship of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations with governmental and non-governmental agencies. (Fall)

HTSC 355 AIDS/HIV and the Healthcare Provider 1

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
A study of the historical, epidemiological, and public health aspects of HIV/AIDS. Topics will include issues related to the socio-economic and health management impact of the disease, health education regarding prevention, and the impact on the healthcare worker. (Fall, Spring)

HTSC 360 U.S. Healthcare System 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
An overview of the organization, delivery, and financing of health services in the United States. Topics will include healthcare facilities, the role of health professionals, financing of health services, managed care operations, and current health policy issues. (Spring, Summer)

HTSC 440 Introduction to Epidemiology 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102; MATH 215
A study of the distribution of health events in human populations and the assessment of the influence of environmental conditions, lifestyle, and other circumstances on disease. Topics will include a study of the measurements of occurrence and frequencies of disease and their effects on healthcare. (Fall, Spring)

HTSC 459 Topics in Health Sciences 1

Credit of one to three hours is available. Various topics in the areas of health sciences and healthcare will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

HTSC 480 Undergraduate Seminar 1

Prerequistes: ENGL 102; MATH 215
or permission from the department chair Oral and written presentations of current scientific research. Presentations will include topics of interest from referenced journals or original research. Attendance is required. May be repeated for up to four credits. (Pass/No Pass) (Fall, Spring, Summer)

HTSC 490 Undergraduate Research/Practicum I 2

Prerequistes: ENGL 102; MATH 215
or permission of the department chair Directed individual research or independent study will be conducted following consultation with a faculty member who will aid the student in designing a research protocol. A written report and oral presentation will determine the course grade. A cumulative GPA of 2.50 and approval by the department chair are required. Course open only to students with Senior status. Students who have completed an Associate degree with clinical/research component may be exempt from this course. (Pass/No Pass)

HTSC 491 Undergraduate Research/Practicum II 2

Prerequistes: ENGL 102; MATH 215
or permission of the department chair Directed individual research or independent study will be conducted following consultation with a faculty member who will aid the student in designing a research protocol. A written report and oral presentation will determine the course grade. A cumulative GPA of 2.50 and approval by the department chair are required. Course open only to students with Senior status. Students who have completed an Associate degree with clinical/research component may be exempt from this course. (Pass/No Pass)

MATH 091 Introduction to Algebra 3

Designed for those students whose math ACT score is below 16 or who desire to strengthen their math skills before entry into a college-level math course. This course is a study of number systems and their properties; polynomials; rational expressions; exponents and radicals; linear equations and inequalities with applications and graphing. Designed to prepare students for MATH 101 Intermediate Algebra. Not for College credit. Pass/No Pass (Fall, Spring, Summer)

MATH 101 Intermediate Algebra 3

Prerequisite: Passing grade in Math091 or one year of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00); and a Math ACT score above 16. Emphasizes basic algebraic skills and prepares students to take college algebra. Topics included are a review of basic algebra; the concepts of relation and function; solutions and graphing of linear, rational, and quadratic functions; matrices and determinants; and exponential relations and functions. Serves as a prerequisite for MATH 120 College Algebra. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

MATH 103 Survey of Mathematics 3

Basic concepts from the following topics: sets, mathematical logic, numeration, systems, number theory, probability, statistics, algebra, geometry, metric system, and consumer mathematics. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

MATH 120 College Algebra 3

Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00), and one of the following: a minimum score of 19 on the math portion of the ACT, or successful completion of MATH 101 with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00), or a passing grade on the Mathematics Placement Test. A study of the concept of function, as well as other advanced algebra concepts. Following a brief review of algebra topics covered in previous courses, the topics covered in this course will include an extension of intermediate or high school algebra topics; number systems including complex numbers; equations and inequalities involving linear and quadratic models; polynomials; absolute values; radicals and rational expressions; matrices and determinants; solutions of systems of equations and inequalities; sequences; series; and limits and logarithms. Emphasis is placed on pertinent applications of these topics as well as the use of appropriate support technologies, such as graphing calculators. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

MATH 122 Introduction to Statistics 1

Designed for the student whose program requires college algebra with statistics and has already completed the Math 120 College Algebra portion of this requirement. The statistics topics covered in this course are distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal curve, correlation and regression, and hypothesis testing. The use of appropriate technologies and the relevance of statistics to the work environment will be emphasized. (Fall, Spring)

MATH 130 Pre-Calculus 3

Pre-requisite: MATH 120 with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) or a minimum grade of "B" (3.00) in high school Algebra II This course in trigonometry, algebraic functions, and analytic geometry is designed to prepare the student for Calculus. Algebraic and analytic geometry topics include a brief review of college algebra; graphs of a variety of algebraic functions incorporating the concepts of roots; limits and the behavior of graphs; and vectors and analysis of a number of geometric figures and their properties from an algebraic point of view. Trigonometric topics include the trigonometry of the unit circle and the right triangle, trigonometric identities including inverse functions, double, multiple and half-angle identities, trigonometric proof, graphs of trigonometric functions and the relationships between complex numbers, polar coordinates, and trigonometry. Parametric equations are also covered as a link between algebra and trigonometry. Modeling is incorporated in all topics as is the use of a graphing calculator. (Fall)

MATH 159 Directed Study 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area.

MATH 181 Calculus I with Analytical Geometry 4

Prerequistes: MATH 130
or high school Advanced Algebra or Pre-Calculus with a minimum grade of "B" (3.00) Study of the mathematics of motion and change. Topics include limits, continuity, analytic geometry, and the differential and integral calculus of elementary trigonometric and transcendental functions. Application of the above topics to science, business, engineering, and other branches of mathematics is explored. (Spring)

MATH 182 Calculus II with Analytical Geometry 4

Prerequistes: MATH 181
Topics of study include a further study of the calculus of trigonometric functions, especially hyperbolic and inverse functions; applications of integration including areas, volume, arc length, moments, centers of mass; integration techniques; improper integrals; sequences and series including Taylor series; conics; parametric equations; and polar coordinates. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

MATH 205 Introduction to Applied Statistics 3

Prerequisite: Two semesters of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "B" (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). An introduction to statistics and its applications, this course is designed to prepare students to interpret and evaluate statistics and statistical methods used in published research papers and to make decisions about the appropriateness of specific statistical methods in a variety of settings. Areas of emphasis will include descriptive statistics; analysis of graphs; sampling methods; binomial, z, t, and chi-square; confidence intervals; and hypothesis testing. This course will not fulfill the math requirement for the Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences. (Fall, Spring)

MATH 215 Statistics 3

Prerequisite: A minimum ACT score of 22 in mathematics or two years of high school algebra with a minimum GPA of "B" (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including elementary probability; probability distributions; hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. (Fall, Summer)

MATH 255 Topics in Mathematics 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of Department Chair required Various topics in the areas of mathematics will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

NUTR 122 Nutrition 3

A study of the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of those nutrients essential for human life, with emphasis on the therapeutic nutrition and dietary changes required for managing certain disease conditions. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

PHYS 121 Survey of Physics 4

Prerequistes: MATH 120
College Algebra (MATH 120 or equivalent) with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) Series of lectures and demonstrations aimed at an understanding of the physical principles of mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity, and modern physics. This course satisfies the requirement for various imaging programs but does not satisfy the requirements for science majors. Lab required. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

PHYS 151 General Physics I 4

Prerequistes: MATH 120
with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00) This is the first trimester of a two-trimester course. A study of the fundamental concepts of classical and modern physics to include an algebraic study of mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in physics. A lab fee will be assessed. (Fall)

PHYS 151L General Physics I Lab 0

PHYS 152 General Physics II 4

Prerequistes: PHYS 151
The second trimester of fundamental concepts of classical and modern physics. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. This course satisfies the requirement for a major or minor in physics. A lab fee will be assessed. (Spring)

PHYS 152L General Physics II Lab 0

PHYS 159 Directed Study in Physics 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

PSYC 124 General Psychology 3

Survey of psychology, including human development, sensation and perception, learning and thinking, emotions, motivation, personality, and stress, as well as psychological disorders and their treatment. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

PSYC 128 Developmental Psychology 3

A study of human life from conception through death. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cognitive, social, and psychological development of the individual. Issues are discussed regarding the continuity of development throughout the life span, how early experiences may affect later development, and the influence of genetics, familial factors, and the environment. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

PSYC 159 Directed Study in Psychology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

PSYC 245 Social Psychology 3

An exploration, understanding, and development of critical thinking about intimate relationships, marriages, and families. Issues include intimate relationships, family backgrounds and how they affect us; gender identity and roles; being single; attraction and dating; love and mate selection; qualities of a successful marriage; intimacy and marital relationships; parent-child relationships; conflict, crisis management, divorce, remarriage, and step-parenting. (Fall, Spring)

PSYC 255 Topics in Psychology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Various topics in the areas of behavioral sciences will be offered as needs and interests arise.

PSYC 320 Health Psychology 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102; PSYC 124
A study of the behavioral aspects of physical health. Topics will include the function of the brain as it affects physical health and wellness. (Fall)

PSYC 420 Abnormal Psychology 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102; PSYC 124
The varieties of disordered experiences and conduct are studied for their contribution to the understanding of more effective personal and social adjustment. Specific topics include the psychosis as well as psychosomatic and conduct disturbances. (Spring)

PSYC 459 Topics in Psychology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Various topics in the areas of behavioral sciences will be offered as needs and interests arise.

RELB 105 Introduction to the Bible 3

A survey of the Bible combined with approaches to the literature in it. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

RELB 125 Jesus and Contemporary Society 3

An exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, with special attention given to their application to personal, social, and religious issues encountered in contemporary society. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

RELB 159 Directed Study 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area.

RELB 215 Women of the Bible 2

A study of the women of the Bible in light of their culture and times with attention to their achievement, character, and relevance for today. (Spring)

RELB 225 Topics in Religion 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Various topics in the areas of religion and ethics will be offered as needs and interests arise.

RELB 305 Wisdom of the Bible 2

Prerequisite: A 100 or 200 Religion course and ENGL 102 Drawing on the Old Testament books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes, this course examines biblical principles relevant to living a spiritual life. (Fall, Spring)

RELB 459 Topics in Religion 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Various topics in the areas of religion, theology, and ethics will be offered as needs and interests arise. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.

RELE 205 Christian Ethics 2

Helps the student lay a foundation in moral decision making in the fields of personal, moral, and biomedical ethics. Topics and discussions are explored from a biblical perspective. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

RELE 405 Christian Ethics And Healthcare 3

Prerequistes: BIOL 102; BIOL 152; ENGL 102; RELE 205
BIOL 102 or BIOL 152, ENGL 102, and RELE 205 Advanced analysis of ethical issues and options in healthcare including cloning, euthanasia, and abortion. Topics selected in part by student priorities. A discussion of the unique role of Christian ethical beliefs in the mission of Florida Hospital will be examined. (Spring)

RELP 142 Issues in Grieving and Loss 2

Examination of the grief process from the perspectives of the patient, the family, and the healthcare provider. Students will also explore the meaning of grief and death in various cultures and religions. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

RELP 245 Introduction to Spiritual Disciplines 1

An exploration and experiential application of the spiritual growth of the student. Models for care of the spiritual life are examined, and the potential for deepening one's relationship with God is addressed. Topics include meditation, silence, solitude, spiritual gifts, study of scripture, and prayer. (Spring, Summer)

RELP 374 Spiritual Dimensions of Healthcare 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
An interdisciplinary course which explores the interrelationship between spirituality and healthcare delivery. Topics include identification and assessment of spirituality; the relationship between spirituality and the mind and body; spiritual development across the life span; spiritual caregiving; spiritual interventions; and diverse religious/spiritual perspectives on wellness and illness. (Spring).

RELT 150 Seventh-Day Adventist Belief and Practice 1

This course conveys the basic commitments, beliefs, and practices of Seventh-day Adventists. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

RELT 250 Foundations of Religious Thought 2

This course involves a critical-thinking approach to the study of religion. It explores the interplay between philosophy, psychology, science, and various aspects of the religious phenomenon. The evidence for religion as an integral part of human experience will be studied. (Fall, Spring)

RELT 368 World Religions 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
A study of the major world religions, including their history and development. This course will also familiarize the student with the major tenets and practices of these religions. Available as a Baccalaureate degree course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

REPH 375 Issues in Science and Religion 3

Prerequistes: BIOL 102; ENGL 102
BIOL 152 may replace BIOL 102 or permission of the department chair This course is designed to help the student develop an understanding of the issues raised by the interaction between modern science and present-day Christian thought. A brief historical overview of the conflict between science and religion is followed by an assessment of the contemporary state of this dialogue in such areas as cosmology and the origins of the universe, origins of life, the theory of Darwinian evolution, and the design argument. (Spring)

SKLS 101 Student Success 3

A survey of study skills, time management, test-taking skills, and strategies for dealing with test anxiety. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

SOCI 125 Introduction to Sociology 3

Survey of the basic processes of human association and interaction including the dynamics of groups, social roles, communication, and mass behavior. (Fall, Spring, Summer)

SOCI 159 Directed Study in Sociology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission of the department chair is required for admission. Provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area.

SOCI 201 Multicultural Applications for the Health Sciences 3

Prerequistes: PSYC 124; SOCI 125
Enables students to develop an understanding of socio-cultural and linguistic factors within the health facility and the wider community. Topics will include issues relating to multiculturalism, such as language, race, ethnicity, social class, religion, age, gender, and other issues of diversity as they impact the relationship and effectiveness of the healthcare professional and the patient/client. (Spring)

SOCI 245 Social Psychology 3

An exploration, understanding, and development of critical thinking about intimate relationships, marriages, and families. Issues include intimate relationships, family backgrounds and how they affect us; gender identity and roles; being single; attraction and dating; love and mate selection; qualities of a successful marriage; intimacy and marital relationships; parent-child relationships; conflict, crisis management, divorce, remarriage, and step-parenting. (Fall, Spring)

SOCI 349 Aging and Society 3

Prerequistes: ENGL 102
Explores the relationship between attitudes within society and the elderly. It examines the increasing influence of senior citizens upon the norms, politics, economics, and demographics of society. (Spring, Summer)

SOCI 459 Topics in Sociology 1

Credit of one to three hours is available Permission from the Department Chair Various topics in the area of sociology will be offered as needs and interests arise.

SPAN 101 Spanish for the Healthcare Worker 3

Teaches basic communication skills for conversing with Spanish-speaking patients in the healthcare setting. The student learns basic grammatical structure and vocabulary as well as specific medical terminology. (Summer)

SPCH 145 Introduction to Public Speaking 3

Emphasizes the preparation and presentation of informative and persuasive speeches including methods of securing interest, persuasion, and delivery. This course meets the requirement for an oral communication course. (Fall, Spring)

STAT 122 Introduction to Statistics 1

Prerequistes: MATH 120
Designed for the student whose program requires college algebra with statistics and has already completed the Math 120 College Algebra portion of this requirement. The statistics topics covered in this course are distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, normal curve, correlation and regression, and hypothesis testing. The use of appropriate technologies and the relevance of statistics to the work environment will be emphasized. (Fall, Spring)

STAT 205 Introduction to Applied Statistics 3

Prerequisite: Two semesters of high school algebra with a minimum grade of "B" (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). An introduction to statistics and its applications, this course is designed to prepare students to interpret and evaluate statistics and statistical methods used in published research papers and to make decisions about the appropriateness of specific statistical methods in a variety of settings. Areas of emphasis will include descriptive statistics; analysis of graphs; sampling methods; binomial, z, t, and chi-square; confidence intervals; and hypothesis testing. This course will not fulfill the math requirement for the Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences. (Fall, Spring)

STAT 215 Statistics 3

Prerequisite: A minimum ACT score of 22 in mathematics or two years of high school algebra with a minimum GPA of "B" (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of "C" (2.00). Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including elementary probability; probability distributions; hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. (Fall, Summer)