Sustainability Science – Science Transfer A.S. Degree

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry I - Lecture

Course Code : CHM-121

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A theoretical treatment of principles and laws underlying atomic structure, chemical reactions, enthalpy changes, bonding and states of matter integrated with descriptive material and quantitative calculations.

Prerequisites :

Two years of high school algebra and geometry or MAT-014 and one year of high school chemistry or CHM-020

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry I - Lab

Course Code : CHM-125

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

Introduction to the general chemistry laboratory: includes the conduct of inorganic reactions and general laboratory techniques. An appreciation and understanding of safety and environmental aspects of the general chemistry laboratory is developed. General chemistry laboratory techniques such as separation and titration and inorganic multistep synthesis are carried out. A variety of chemical reactions are performed, redox reactions and titrations are carried out, a stock solution and a series of dilute solutions are prepared from the stock, the enthalpy of reaction using Hess’ Law is determined, and the MW of a volatile liquid is determined using the Ideal Gas Law.

Prerequisites :

Two years of high school algebra and geometry or MAT-014 and one year of high school chemistry or CHM-020

Co requisites :

CHM 121

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Introduction to Sustainability

Course Code : SCI-120

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

This course is designed to introduce students to the topic of global sustainability. It will provide students with an awareness and understanding of global, environmental, sustainability concerns. The need for a course in sustainability has grown evident in recent years. This course will bring together the natural and social sciences to create a framework to provide the knowledge and strategies needed for a sustainable future.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry II - Lecture

Course Code : CHM-122

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A continuation of CHM 121, concentrating on properties of liquids, solids and solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, properties of acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.

Prerequisites :

CHM-121 with a grade of “C” or better

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry II - Lab

Course Code : CHM-126

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

The laboratory course associated with CHM 122, General Chemistry II. The labs are related to the lecture topics and are meant to reinforce them. Computers are used for data acquisition and data handling using Microsoft EXCEL.

Prerequisites :

CHM-121, CHM-125 with a grade of “C” or better

Co requisites :

CHM 122

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intermediate PC Applications with Programming

Course Code : CSC-106

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course emphasizes problem solving with programming using the Python programming language and problem solving with applications using Microsoft Excel.  In addition to problem solving skills the course presents current technologies and their impacts on society.  The course is designed for students who already possess familiarity with computer applications.  It is recommended for students planning to transfer to an upper division college that has a computer programming requirement in its computer literacy course.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Biology I

Course Code : BIO-123

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A study of the basic principles and origins of life; the chemistry of living things; cell structure, function and reproduction; cell metabolic process including cellular respiration and photosynthesis; Mendelian genetics and modern genetics principles. Required for science transfer students in the biology option and biology pre-professional option and biotechnology.

Prerequisites :

One year of high school laboratory biology or BIO-010 and one year of high school laboratory chemistry or CHM-020 passed with a “C” or higher. Also, appropriate score on the College placement test or MAT-013.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Global Environmental Issues

Course Code : SCI-219

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

Focuses on solid and hazardous wastes, toxicology, food, soils, energy and radiation. Includes laboratory and field trips. SCI 218 and SCI 219 are not sequential and may be taken in either order.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test and one year of high school laboratory science

• Credit : 4

Short Title : General Biology II

Course Code : BIO-124

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A survey of plant and animal taxonomy, anatomy and physiology; evolutionary theory and principles of ecology. Laboratory sessions include dissections.

Prerequisites :

BIO-123 with a grade of "C" or higher.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Climatology

Course Code : SCI-258

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

This course provides an introduction to the study of climate. Processes that have an effect on the earth's climate are considered along with solar radiation. The interactions between the atmosphere and hydrosphere as determinants of climate are considered. Climate and feedback processes are included.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Critical Issues in Air and Water Pollution

Course Code : SCI-218

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

Basic topics include the values, attitudes and concepts necessary to understand and appreciate the interrelationships among people, their culture and their biophysical environment. Emphasis is on the air and water environment. Includes laboratory and field trips. SCI 218 and SCI 219 are not sequential and may be taken in either order.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test and one year of high school laboratory science

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry I - Lecture

Course Code : CHM-121

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A theoretical treatment of principles and laws underlying atomic structure, chemical reactions, enthalpy changes, bonding and states of matter integrated with descriptive material and quantitative calculations.

Prerequisites :

Two years of high school algebra and geometry or MAT-014 and one year of high school chemistry or CHM-020

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry I - Lab

Course Code : CHM-125

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

Introduction to the general chemistry laboratory: includes the conduct of inorganic reactions and general laboratory techniques. An appreciation and understanding of safety and environmental aspects of the general chemistry laboratory is developed. General chemistry laboratory techniques such as separation and titration and inorganic multistep synthesis are carried out. A variety of chemical reactions are performed, redox reactions and titrations are carried out, a stock solution and a series of dilute solutions are prepared from the stock, the enthalpy of reaction using Hess’ Law is determined, and the MW of a volatile liquid is determined using the Ideal Gas Law.

Prerequisites :

Two years of high school algebra and geometry or MAT-014 and one year of high school chemistry or CHM-020

Co requisites :

CHM 121

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Introduction to Sustainability

Course Code : SCI-120

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

This course is designed to introduce students to the topic of global sustainability. It will provide students with an awareness and understanding of global, environmental, sustainability concerns. The need for a course in sustainability has grown evident in recent years. This course will bring together the natural and social sciences to create a framework to provide the knowledge and strategies needed for a sustainable future.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry II - Lecture

Course Code : CHM-122

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A continuation of CHM 121, concentrating on properties of liquids, solids and solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, properties of acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.

Prerequisites :

CHM-121 with a grade of “C” or better

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry II - Lab

Course Code : CHM-126

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

The laboratory course associated with CHM 122, General Chemistry II. The labs are related to the lecture topics and are meant to reinforce them. Computers are used for data acquisition and data handling using Microsoft EXCEL.

Prerequisites :

CHM-121, CHM-125 with a grade of “C” or better

Co requisites :

CHM 122

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intermediate PC Applications with Programming

Course Code : CSC-106

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course introduces students to a problem solving approach to computer applications through the use of spreadsheets, database, presentation manager, a programming language and Internet skills. It emphasizes Visual Basic and Microsoft Excel, in addition to surveying fundamental computer concepts and is designed for students who already possess a familiarity with computer applications. It is recommended for students planning to transfer to an upper division college that has a computer programming requirement in its computer literacy course. This course is suitable for liberal arts, science transfer and business transfer students who wish to transfer to a university and complete their bachelor,s degree.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-107 or IDC-102 and MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Biology I

Course Code : BIO-123

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description : A study of the basic principles and origins of life; the chemistry of living things; cell structure, function and reproduction; cell metabolic process including cellular respiration and photosynthesis; Mendelian genetics and modern genetics principles. Required for science transfer students in the biology option and biology pre-professional option and biotechnology.

Prerequisites :

One year of high school laboratory biology or BIO-010 and one year of high school laboratory chemistry or CHM-020 passed with a “C” or higher. Also, appropriate score on the College placement test or MAT-013.

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Global Environmental Issues

Course Code : SCI-219

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

Focuses on solid and hazardous wastes, toxicology, food, soils, energy and radiation. Includes laboratory and field trips. SCI 218 and SCI 219 are not sequential and may be taken in either order.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test and one year of high school laboratory science

• Credit : 4

Short Title : General Biology II

Course Code : BIO-124

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

A survey of plant and animal taxonomy, anatomy and physiology; evolutionary theory and principles of ecology. Laboratory sessions include dissections.

Prerequisites :

BIO-123 with a grade of "C" or higher.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Climatology

Course Code : SCI-258

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

This course provides an introduction to the study of climate. Processes that have an effect on the earth's climate are considered along with solar radiation. The interactions between the atmosphere and hydrosphere as determinants of climate are considered. Climate and feedback processes are included.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Critical Issues in Air and Water Pollution

Course Code : SCI-218

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description :

Basic topics include the values, attitudes and concepts necessary to understand and appreciate the interrelationships among people, their culture and their biophysical environment. Emphasis is on the air and water environment. Includes laboratory and field trips. SCI 218 and SCI 219 are not sequential and may be taken in either order.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test and one year of high school laboratory science

• Credit : 4

Short Title : General Chemistry I - Lecture

Course Code : CHM-121

Course Description :

A theoretical treatment of principles and laws underlying atomic structure, chemical reactions, enthalpy changes, bonding and states of matter integrated with descriptive material and quantitative calculations.

Prerequisites :

Two years of high school algebra and geometry or MAT-014 and one year of high school chemistry or CHM-020

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry I - Lab

Course Code : CHM-125

Course Description :

Introduction to the general chemistry laboratory: includes the conduct of inorganic reactions and general laboratory techniques. An appreciation and understanding of safety and environmental aspects of the general chemistry laboratory is developed. General chemistry laboratory techniques such as separation and titration and inorganic multistep synthesis are carried out. A variety of chemical reactions are performed, redox reactions and titrations are carried out, a stock solution and a series of dilute solutions are prepared from the stock, the enthalpy of reaction using Hess’ Law is determined, and the MW of a volatile liquid is determined using the Ideal Gas Law.

Prerequisites :

Two years of high school algebra and geometry or MAT-014 and one year of high school chemistry or CHM-020

Co requisites :

CHM 121

• Credit : 1

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and  ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Physical Educ Elective

Course Code : PED-EL1

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Introduction to Sustainability

Course Code : SCI-120

Department Description : Natural Sciences

Course Description : This course is designed to introduce students to the topic of global sustainability. It will provide students with an awareness and understanding of global, environmental, sustainability concerns. The need for a course in sustainability has grown evident in recent years. This course will bring together the natural and social sciences to create a framework to provide the knowledge and strategies needed for a sustainable future.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry II - Lecture

Course Code : CHM-122

Course Description :

A continuation of CHM 121, concentrating on properties of liquids, solids and solutions, kinetics, equilibrium, properties of acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.

Prerequisites :

CHM-121 with a grade of “C” or better

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Chemistry II - Lab

Course Code : CHM-126

Course Description :

The laboratory course associated with CHM 122, General Chemistry II. The labs are related to the lecture topics and are meant to reinforce them. Computers are used for data acquisition and data handling using Microsoft EXCEL.

Prerequisites :

CHM-121, CHM-125 with a grade of “C” or better

Co requisites :

CHM 122

• Credit : 1

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intermediate PC Applications with Programming

Course Code : CSC-106

Course Description :

This course introduces students to a problem solving approach to computer applications through the use of spreadsheets, database, presentation manager, a programming language and Internet skills. It emphasizes Visual Basic and Microsoft Excel, in addition to surveying fundamental computer concepts and is designed for students who already possess a familiarity with computer applications. It is recommended for students planning to transfer to an upper division college that has a computer programming requirement in its computer literacy course. This course is suitable for liberal arts, science transfer and business transfer students who wish to transfer to a university and complete their bachelor,s degree.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-107 or IDC-102 and MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 3

Short Title : General Biology I

Course Code : BIO-123

Course Description :

A study of the basic principles and origins of life; the chemistry of living things; cell structure, function and reproduction; cell metabolic process including cellular respiration and photosynthesis; Mendelian genetics and modern genetics principles. Required for science transfer students in the biology option and biology pre-professional option and biotechnology.

Prerequisites :

One year of high school laboratory biology or BIO-010 and one year of high school laboratory chemistry or CHM-020 passed with a “C” or higher. Also, appropriate score on the College placement test or MAT-013.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Global Environmental Issues

Course Code : SCI-219

Course Description :

Focuses on solid and hazardous wastes, toxicology, food, soils, energy and radiation. Includes laboratory and field trips. SCI 218 and SCI 219 are not sequential and may be taken in either order.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test and one year of high school laboratory science

• Credit : 4

Short Title : General Biology II

Course Code : BIO-124

Course Description :

A survey of plant and animal taxonomy, anatomy and physiology; evolutionary theory and principles of ecology. Laboratory sessions include dissections.

Prerequisites :

BIO-123

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Critical Issues in Air and Water Pollution

Course Code : SCI-218

Course Description :

Basic topics include the values, attitudes and concepts necessary to understand and appreciate the interrelationships among people, their culture and their biophysical environment. Emphasis is on the air and water environment. Includes laboratory and field trips. SCI 218 and SCI 219 are not sequential and may be taken in either order.

Prerequisites :

MAT-013 or appropriate score on the College placement test and one year of high school laboratory science

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

• Credit : 3