College Algebra

MATH 111 – College Algebra

Pre-requisites:
Math 90s or Placement in Credit Math

Builds on the fundamentals of algebra developed in basic and intermediate courses.  It extends students’ knowledge and skills in algebra through practical applications related to real world situations.

Survey of Mathematics

MATH 102 – Survey of Mathematics

Pre-requisites:
Math 90s (Intermediate Algebra) or Placement in Credit Math

Introduces students to a broad variety of mathematical applications. Emphasizes topics that are applicable to students lives. Develops students understanding of topics such as problem solving, sets, geometry and measurements, personal finance, counting techniques, probability and statistics.

Intermediate Algebra

MATH 098 – Intermediate Algebra

Pre-requisites:
Math 088 Introductory Algebra or Placement

Strengthens students’ understanding of algebraic concepts and problem solving. Topics include systems of linear equations, rational expressions and equations, rational exponents and radicals, and quadratic equations.

Introductory Algebra

MATH 088 – Elementary Algebra

Establishes a foundation in algebraic concepts with a focus on simplifying expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations in two variables, exponents, introduction to planar geometry, polynomial operations, factoring and solving quadratic equations by factoring.

Basic Mathematics

MATH 089 – Basic Mathematics

Provides a comprehensive study of foundational mathematical skills which should provide a strong mathematical underpinning for further study. Topics include principles and applications of decimals, fractions, the number line, ratio, signed operations, properties of operations, order of operations, numerical factoring, perimeter, and area.

Spreadsheets

ICS 104 – Spreadsheets

Prerequisite:
C or better in ICS 101

Expands students’ understanding of spreadsheet programs.  Examines extensive uses of spreadsheets that are commonly used in today’s business world. Provides a project-driven approach to creating spreadsheets to meet today’s diverse business demands.

Introduction to Microsoft Office

ICS 101 – Introduction to Microsoft Office

Prerequisite:
ENG 80s or English Credit Placement

Introduces the basic principles and techniques of data processing through hands-on experience with Microsoft Office. Provides an introduction to computer applications focusing on a hands-on approach to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Communicable Diseases

NURS 204 – Communicable Diseases

Prerequisite:
C or better in NURS 122

Examines communicable diseases in depth. Explores the theories and best practices in disease prevention. Discussion of issues and influences of the health care system in disease process and prevention.

Pharmacology

NURS 113 – Pharmacology

Prerequisite:
Math 90s or Placement in Credit, Math, SCI 210, SCI 230

Introduction to pharmacological agents, their sources, actions, uses, side effects, and metabolism within the body. Reviews system of measurement and dosage calculation. Includes nursing actions relative to safe drug administration and control.

Medical Terminology and Abbreviations

NURS 102 – Medical Terminology and Abbreviations

Prerequisite:
ENG 90s or placement in Credit English

Introduces medical terms used in nursing and allied health fields. Origin of root words will be explored. Root word, prefixes, and suffixes of medical terms will be identified.