GATEWAY COURSES
Financial Accounting: This course develops foundational knowledge and skills needed to
understand, develop and analyze financial reports. Topics include income statements,
cash flows, balance sheets and financial performance.
Biology I: This course is designed for non-science majors to help students understand the
process of scientific advances. It will begin by discussion of basic biological concepts, the
distinction between living and non -living things and the origin of life. Includes a detailed
study of cells (cellular structure, function, and processes), basic principles of genetics
(how genetic information is stored, reproduced, inherited, expressed and mutated), and
the relevance of these basic genetic principles to current social is sues such as human
genetic diseases, genetic cloning, biotechnology, drug development and cancer. Genes of
populations, natural selection, and microevolution will also be discussed.
Biology I lab: This course illustrates the processes, concepts, and princi ples discussed in
Introductory Biology I through hands -on activities that emphasize examples from
everyday life, keeping a lab notebook, the scientific method, and becoming familiar with
the use of computers. Lab exercises include phospholipids, enzymes, p hotosynthesis,
fermentation, bacteria and eukaryotic cells, bacteria, cell division, genetics, bacteria, and
field hikes to study local organisms. Co -requisite: Biol 1021.
Anatomy and Physiology I: This is the first course in a two -semester sequence designed to
provide in-depth examination of the structure and functions of the human body. This
course will cover the basic biochemistry and cell physiology upon which the study of
human physiology will be based. It also covers the structure and functions of hum an
tissues, and the Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, Special Sensory, and
Endocrine Systems. Includes a required laboratory. Does not count toward biology major.
General Chemistry I: This course is intended for students who expect to pursue furt her
coursework in science or engineering. It involves the study of chemical nomenclature,
stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, thermochemistry, periodic properties,
solution calculations, and the gas laws.
General Chemistry Laboratory I : Experimental work providing hands -on experience with
concepts in fundamental chemistry, including chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry,
thermochemistry, solution chemistry and related calculations, chemical bonding, and the
gas laws, to accompany the correspon ding lecture course CHEM1040. One laboratory
period each week. The first offering of a two -part course sequence.
Organic Chemistry I: This is the first semester of a two -semester introductory course
studying the fundamentals of Organic Chemistry. Topics in clude theories of structure and
bonding, stereochemistry, introduction to spectroscopy, as well as the nomenclature,
synthesis, reactions, and properties of classes of organic compounds such as alkanes,
alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols and ethers, utilizing a mechanistic approach.
Organic Chemistry Laboratory I : The first semester of organic Laboratory consists of
experiments that teach the fundamental techniques used in an organic lab. These include
recrystallization, thin layer and column chromat ography, distillation, taking melting
ranges and boiling points and liquid or gas chromatography. Infrared Spectroscopy is
usually introduced in this semester. Once these techniques are mastered, further
experiments are conducted illustrating concepts lear ned in lecture that utilize these
techniques.
Introduction to Effective Speaking : This course introduces the principles of and practice
in composition and presentation of speeches. Topics include speaker and audience
relationship, organization of speeches, active listening skills, use of appropriate
language, use of technology as an enhancement of speech, managing speech anxiety and
developing a natural verbal and nonverbal delivery style.
Introduction to Microeconomics: The course assists students to learn and comprehend (1)
economics as a social science that draws conclusions based on hypotheses, theories, and
data in order to understand human behavior, (2) basic microeconomics terms and
concepts, including scarcity and choice, equilibrium, efficiency and equity, positive and
normative economics, comparative advantage, and specialization, (3) the fundamental
economic question of allocating scarce resources, (4) opportunity cost and the production
possibility frontier, (5) supply and demand, the function of prices in markets, how markets
work and sometimes don't work, including market failure and externalities, (6) the effects
of government intervention in markets, (7) how consumers make choices, (8) production
theory, (9) the costs of production, (10) firm b ehavior in competitive markets, (11) firm
behavior in imperfect markets, (12) elasticity and its application, (13) markets for
resources, the determination of wage rates, interest, and rent, (14) the determination of
income distribution, including poverty and discrimination, (15) the determinants of
international trade flows.
Introduction to Macroeconomics: The course assists students to learn and comprehend
(1) economics as a social science that draws conclusions based on hypotheses, theories,
and data in order to understand human behavior, (2) basic macroeconomic terminology
and concepts, including the distinction between real and nominal magnitudes, (3) the
national income accounts, (4) the nature of the business cycle, (5) the determinates of
important macroeconomic variables, including the level of income, the level of
employment, the unemployment rate, the natural rate of unemployment, the price level,
the inflation rate, productivity and the rate of interest, (6) the supply and demand for
money, (7) the Federal Reserve System, (8) aggregate demand and aggregate supply, (9)
the effects of fiscal and monetary policies, (10) the basics of theories of macroeconomic
instability, (11) unemployment and inflation tradeoffs, (12) the effects of the federal
government's budget deficit, (13) long run growth and policies to affect growth, (14)
comparative advantage, (15) the determinants of foreign trade flows and exchange rates,
and their effects on the domestic economy, (16) to apply economic reasoning to better
understand the market.
English Composition: This course emphasizes critical reading, writing, and textual
analysis with particular focus on argument and research -based writing.
Intermediate Composition: This course emphasizes critical reading and writing, a dvanced
research and argument skills, and rhetorical understanding of language as it is used in
different discourse communities.
United States History I: This course explores the settlement and expansion of the
American colonies, the establishment and expa nsion of the United States during the first
half of the nineteenth century and the social, economic and political divisions that lead to
the outbreak of Civil War and continuing regional rifts following 1865.
Algebra for College Mathematics: A developmental mathematics course that uses
technology and individualized instruction to provide a review of basic, introductory, and
intermediate algebra. It provides students with the necessary background and skills to be
successful in entry-level college mathematics courses.
College Algebra: Study of linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic
functions, systems of linear equations, systems of inequalities and modeling with
functions.
Applied Calculus I: The first part of a two semester sequence (MATH1 044 and 1045) of
courses on calculus appropriate for students in business and life sciences. Topics covered
include functions, graphs, limits, continuity, properties of exponential and logarithmic
functions, differentiation, curve sketching, optimization a nd the definite integral.
Applied Calculus II: The second part of a two semester sequence (MATH1044 and 1045) on
calculus appropriate for students in business and life sciences. Topics covered include
antidifferentiation, the fundamental theorem of calculu s, functions of two variables,
partial derivatives, maxima and minima, Lagrange multipliers and applications to
probability and other areas.
Calculus I with Pre-Calculus Review: The course is an integrated review of functions,
equations and systems of equations, sequences and series, trigonometry, and vectors with
a comprehensive study of limits and continuity, differentiation, applications of the
derivative, optimization, antiderivatives, fundamental theorem of calculus, definite and
indefinite integrals.
Calculus I: The first part of a three semester sequence of courses on calculus (MATH 1061,
1062, 2063) for students in engineering and science. Topics covered include functions,
limits and continuity, differentiation, applications of the derivative, optimi zation,
antiderivatives, fundamental theorem of calculus, definite and indefinite integrals.
Calculus II: The second part of a three semester sequence of courses on calculus (MATH
1061, 1062, 2063) for students in engineering and science. Topics covered in clude
techniques of integration, applications of the integral, sequences and series, and vectors.
General Physics I (Algebra-based): This course covers topics in physics using methods of
algebra and trigonometry, including vector arithmetic. The course inc ludes the study of
motion in one and two dimensions, and the applications of the concepts of force, work,
energy, and momentum to linear and rotational motion. Simple harmonic motion, waves,
elementary thermodynamics, and properties of solids, fluids, and gases are also explored.
As designated by TAG: co- or pre-requisite is Pre-calculus (MATH 1026).
General Physics Lab I (Algebra -based): The lab includes the study of motion in one and
two dimensions, and the applications of the concepts of force, work, ene rgy, and
momentum to linear and rotational motion for students of PHYS 1051. Simple harmonic
motion, waves, elementary thermodynamics, and properties of solids, fluids, and gases
are also explored. A working knowledge of algebra will be needed. Pre - or Co-requisite:
General Physics I (PHYS 1051)
College Physics I (Calculus-based): This course covers topics in physics using methods of
calculus, algebra, and trigonometry, including vector arithmetic. The course includes the
study of motion in one and two dime nsions, and the applications of the concepts of force,
work, energy, and momentum to linear and rotational motion. Simple harmonic motion,
waves, elementary thermodynamics, and properties of solids, fluids, and gases are also
explored. As designated by TAG : co-or pre-requisite is Calculus I (MATH 1061).
College Physics Lab I (Calculus-based): The lab includes the study of motion in one and
two dimensions, and the applications of the concepts of force, work, energy, and
momentum to linear and rotational moti on for students of PHYS2001. Simple harmonic
motion, waves, elementary thermodynamics, and properties of solids, fluids, and gases
are also explored. A working knowledge of calculus will be needed. Pre - or Co-requisite:
College Physics I (PHYS 2001)
Introduction to Psychology: This course is designed to give an overview of the field of
Psychology and its major sub-fields: physiology (biology of behavior, consciousness, and
perception), cognition (learning, thought, language), social, organizational,
developmental, personality, and psychopathology and its treatment. Students will be
equipped to compare the advantages and disadvantages of the various research methods
used in the field. Students will be encouraged to analyze psychological theories and make
applications of research findings to their lives.
Introduction to Sociology: This course introduces the discipline of sociology. Sociology is
the systematic study of social interaction and social organization, particularly in
contemporary society. Included is an examination of major research findings and theories
related to the social causes and consequences of human behavior. Students are
introduced to research methods, social structure and institutions, culture, socialization,
social inequality, and social c hange.
Basic Spanish I: This is a first course in a two -course sequence of intensive basic Spanish
language and culture: emphasis in speaking, listening, reading, writing and the Spanish speaking cultures. Students learn through communicative activities in the classroom. This
course counts toward the foreign language requirement. Completion of the 1001 -1002
sequence fulfills various college language requirements. Students should confirm the
language requirement with their home college.
Elementary Statistics I: An introduction to statistics for students without a calculus
background. The course covers data analysis (numerical summaries and graphics for
describing and displaying the distributions of numerical and categorical data), the basic
principles of data collection from samples and experiments, elementary probability, the
application of the normal distribution to the study of random samples, statistical
estimation (construction and interpretation of one sample confidence intervals), and an
introduction to hypothesis testing (the structure of one sample hypothesis tests and the
logic of using them to make decisions). Pre -requisite: At least 420 on the MPT strongly
recommended.