Consortium for International Studies
Overview
Consortium for International Studies (CIS), an NCCRS member since September 2018, offers high-quality, college-level self-study courses in Business, Psychology, Education, English, Math, and more. The courses consist of self-study, video lectures, instructor interaction, assignments, projects and proctored examinations through an online environment. Additional resources such as study guides are available online to enhance the learning experience and to assist post-secondary students in course completion and advancement. Through successful completion of CIS courses, students gain access to college credit recommendations set forth by NCCRS which help learners fulfill their goal to earn a college degree.
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Titles of all evaluated learning experiences
Accounting and Finance - Consortium for International Studies
Business and Communications - Consortium for International Studies
Computer Science - Consortium for International Studies
Culinary - Consortium for International Studies
Economics - Consortium for International Studies
Education - Consortium for International Studies
English and Literacy - Consortium for International Studies
Health Science - Consortium for International Studies
History, Government and Political Science - Consortium for International Studies
Math - Consortium for International Studies
Psychology and Sociology - Consortium for International Studies
Science - Consortium for International Studies
Course Categories
Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences
Accounting and Finance - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define and describe an accounting system; understand how business transactions can be recorded in terms of the resulting change in the elements of the accounting equation; describe and illustrate the journalizing and posting of transactions to accounts, prepare adjusting entries for accruals, deferrals, and depreciation; describe the flow of accounting information from the unadjusted trial balance into the adjusted trial balance and financial statements; distinguish between the activities and financial statements of service and merchandising businesses; and describe payroll accounting systems that use a payroll register, employee earnings records, and a general journal.
This self-study course includes 15 weekly lessons which provide a basic introduction to the standards underlying financial accounting systems. Topics include: creating and interpreting income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, as well as liabilities related to accounts payable, current portion of long-term debt, and notes payable, participants will have the opportunity to learn introductory accounting terms and their application in the business environment.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Accounting 1, Principles of Accounting, or Financial Accounting (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe and illustrate the characteristics of stock, classes of stock, and entries for issuing stock; describe and illustrate the reporting of long-term liabilities, including bonds and installment notes payable; describe and illustrate the use of free cash flow in evaluating a company’s cash flow; define and illustrate the following costs: direct and indirect costs; direct materials, direct labor, and factory overhead costs, and product and period costs; and describe the basic elements of the budget process, the two major types of budgeting, and the use of computers in budgeting.
Accounting II is a self-study course comprised of 15 weekly lessons and comprehensive exams. The course continues the study of accounting topics following completion of Accounting I. Prerequisite: Accounting I.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Accounting, Principles of Accounting, or Managerial Accounting (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: understand why individuals and corporations invest; review financial statements and understand what they reveal about an organization; understand value of money, estimate an organization’s cost of capital; define the difference between a primary and secondary capital market and how the two markets support each other; understand investment and budgeting opportunities; and explore the concept of risk and the trade-off between risk and return.
This course includes 15 weekly lessons. The course explores advanced financial concepts associated with corporate finance. Financial statement analysis, risk and return trade-off, the time value of money, cost of capital, and equity valuation are the key concepts explored. Additionally, students study hedge funds, capital markets, and how individual and corporate investments differ.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Advanced Finance, Financial Risk Analysis, or Securities Analysis (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the types of securities traded within financial markets; understand how financial institutions were exposed to the credit crisis; describe the role of financial institutions within financial markets; explain the theories behind the term structure of interest rates; understand the role of the Federal Reserve; understand the methods of measuring risk-adjusted stock performance; describe the different types of bonds and their characteristics,;identify the factors that affect stock prices, explain how stock index futures contracts are used to hedge based on anticipated stock price movements; explain the risks of interest rate swap and how they are priced; and explain how credit default swaps are used to reduce credit risk and how the swap markets have become globalized.
In this course, students explore key principles associated with financial markets and institutions around the world. Students learn about types of financial markets available and their functions, various financial institutions that facilitate the flow of funds, why speculators take positions in stock options and how the outcome is determined, in addition to how stock index options are used by institutional investors. Advanced topics include: potential problems with using excessive financial leverage that lead to leveraged buyouts, the role of the bond markets in facilitating corporate capital restructuring, characteristics of financial instruments, monetary policy, the banking industry, mortgages, and the role of the Federal Reserve.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Finance, Financial Markets and Institutions, or Money and Capital Markets (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: compare and contrast Multinational Corporation’s (MNC) decision-making process; differentiate between ethical and unethical behaviors for U.S. businesses operating in foreign markets; analyze foreign exchange markets and the factors and risks influencing exchange rates; demonstrate different methods of arbitrage and interest rate parity used by international governments; use forecasting exchange methods for business modeling, illustrate an MNC’s capital budget process; plan international cash management by optimizing cash flow and assessing the impact of liquidity requirements; and analyze the impact of long-term debt financing and match it to the inflow currency.
International Finance is an upper level course designed to provide students with an understanding of financial management issues in a global setting. Instruction focuses on analytical tools that incorporate key international considerations with fundamental financial decisions.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in International Finance (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: explain what finance entails and why everyone should understand basic financial concepts; explain financial markets in the United States and how they differ from financial markets in other parts of the world; describe how changes in interest rates (returns) affect the values of stocks and bonds; discuss the role of ethics in successful businesses; explain what it means to take risks when investing; describe the relevant cash flows that must be forecast to make informed capital budgeting decisions; and explain what working capital is and why proper management of working capital is critical to the survival of a firm.
This course includes 15 weekly lessons. The course introduces key concepts of finance and covers three general areas: financial markets and institutions, managerial finance, and investments. Topics include the time value of money, risk and return, investment analysis and strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and future considerations of the field of finance.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Finance, Principles of Finances, or Financial Management (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the background of investing, the function of securities markets and the purpose and types of investment companies; identify the role that macroeconomic factors have on securities analysis; discuss portfolio diversification; compare the different types of options and demonstrate their valuation and function; assess portfolio performance; describe the role that taxes, inflation and investor types play in investment management; analyze financial statements; illustrate the valuation of equity securities; and identify theoretical valuations of equity securities.
This self-study course includes 15 weekly lessons. The final grade is based on a final exam and two writing assignments. The course is designed to provide students with an understanding of tools and techniques for fundamental analysis, the concept of investment risk and investment management. Students learn how to examine security valuation and identify risk measurement strategies.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Finance, Introduction to Investments, Principles of Investments, or Securities Analysis (8/18).
Business and Communications - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define the communication process; explain the importance of effective business communication; explain how diversity in organizations affects business communications; identify techniques and strategies for improving interpersonal communications; describe social media tools; explain how they are changing the nature of business communications; explain how computer technologies are used for communicating in the business environment, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, email, and presentation software; evaluate business messages, reports, and proposals; and develop and deliver oral presentations.
Proper business communication is one of the most fundamentals tools necessary for the development of a business. In this course, students learn the ‘ins’ and ‘outs’ of the business environment and proper communication with peers, colleagues, and other business relationships. Course assessments include a comprehensive final exam and a final assignment.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business Communications (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: effectively apply writing skills to various business contexts, including professional emails, memos, letters, reports, employment application letters and resumes, presentations and speeches, plans, and sales and fund-raising letters and use technology for their writing as well as aspects of political correctness.
Business writing includes learning how to correspond and to communicate effectively and appropriately with internal or external audiences using memorandums, reports, proposals, emails, and other forms of writing used within professional business organizations. Assignments for the 15-week course include preparing writing samples for a variety of professional communications. Instruction also includes a textbook and study guide.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Professional Communication or Business Writing (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
August 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define a manager’s job and the challenges likely to come with the role; understand strategic planning and decision making in the business environment that has both short and long-term effects; understand ethical concerns a manager has to consider when working in diverse environments, with a variety of products, and with individuals of varying levels of experience; understand change and innovation both at the individual and organizational level; learn to support human resources initiatives to support a safe and fair work environment for all employees; provide and encourage clear and consistent feedback with and between employees and team members.
The course focuses on organizational goals, managers’ responsibilities and the management of individuals and teams. Students learn about the role of a manager in the modern business environment via a textbook and study guide, based on a 15-week schedule. Grading is based on a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business Management, Finance, Fundamentals of Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Principles of Management (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: explain and account for the growth in international business in recent years; understand the role that culture plays in business activity and practice; describe the main components of the business environment and explain how they affect business practices; compare different theories of international trade; understand how different governmental trade policies impact trade patterns; explain how economic integration occurs and describe its benefits; explain the concepts of ethics and social responsibility and discuss the strategies that businesses can use to act more responsibly; and discuss different strategic foci of international businesses.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts and theories associated with business in the international environment. The course is arranged in a 15-week schedule and includes a textbook, study guide, and other materials. The final examination determines the grade in the course.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business Management, International Business, Fundamentals of International Business, and Principles of International Business (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: understand what defines success in the world of business; examine different phases of the typical business cycle; discuss factors that affect the level of ethical behavior and social responsibility in organizations; understand methods by which firms can organize for and enter into international markets; describe advantages and disadvantages of operating a small business; explain employee and team motivation; understand the two major components of a marketing strategy - target market and marketing mix; and explain the business objectives for using social media and how businesses develop a social media plan.
This course covers current and important considerations of business. Topics include: management and organization design, marketing, social media and e-business, information systems, accounting, and core business practices. Additionally, ethics and social responsibility, forms of ownership, small business concerns and entrepreneurship, and international business are discussed in detail. Cutting-edge topics like social networking and competition in the global marketplace, as well as suggestions on how to manage a business in the midst of economic ‘ups and downs’ are introduced.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Business and Fundamentals of Business (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define marketing and the marketing environment; understand different variables of the marketing mix and implement marketing strategies; describe the development of a marketing plan; define the four dimensions of social responsibility and how they can be incorporated into strategic planning; define marketing research and its importance to decision makers; describe a segment, target, positioning (STP) analysis; explain how situational, psychological, and social influences may affect the consumer buying decision process; describe the buying center, stages of the business buying decision process, and the factors that affect this process; define international marketing and the differences in an international marketing approach; describe different types of digital media and how they can be used for marketing; explain the different types of pricing strategies; describe foundations and strategic issues in marketing channels, including leadership, cooperation, and conflict; define integrated marketing communications; describe the different tools of public relations and how public relations is used and evaluated; and describe personal selling and the seven basic steps in the process.
This 15-week course provides an overview of basic marketing concepts, including audience research and the variety of ways a product can be offered to the consumer. Strategic planning involving segmenting, targeting, and positioning of a product is introduced, along with the specific concepts and principles involved in the four key components of the marketing plan - product, price, distribution, and promotion strategies. Digital and international marketing concepts are also discussed.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Marketing, Communications, Business, or Media Arts (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: understand what is meant by the terms: ethics, sustainability, social responsibility, and the law; understand the fundamentals of how the United States legal system operates; understand how business entities and corporations are established, run, and are accountable legally and ethically; analyze business dealings in ethical terms; understand the impact of business decisions on stakeholders; understand the fundamentals of contract law from both a legal and ethical perspective; explain how firms sustain and renew resources, capabilities and core competencies to support international growth strategies; improve critical and strategic thinking, primarily through interpreting complex business contracts and contract law; and understand the principles of insurance law, corporate criminal law, and contract law.
This 15-week course provides students with the understanding of the legal, regulatory and ethical environment within which a business operates. The course includes a textbook and study guide, along with a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business Law, Legal Environment of Business, and Law and Society (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: define organizational behavior; describe culture, ethics and actions managers can take to help their employees value diversity; describe how attitudes are formed; discuss motivation and the needs for achievement, power, and affiliation at work; identify the social benefits of group and team membership; compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of group decision making; understand leadership and followership; identify the forms and types of conflict in the workplace; define differentiation and integration as organizational design processes; describe organizational culture; and identify the major external and internal forces for change in organizations.
Topics include: understanding organizational behavior in the context of culture and group dynamics, managing conflict and change, and organizational design processes and motivation. Students are graded based on a final examination.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Organizational Behavior, Fundamentals of Organizational Behavior, or Principles of Organizational Behavior (8/18).
Various; distance learning format
Varies; self-study.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: list the functions of management and discuss the functions supervisors are most likely to be responsible for; explain delegation and describe the benefits, barriers, and steps to effective delegation; explain why recruitment and retention are important to supervisors and describe the tangible and intangible costs of employee turnover; explain why it is important to initiate a training program; describe key components of goal-setting; and discuss strategies for scheduling employees.
This course covers the most effective strategies and techniques for becoming a highly effective supervisor. Major topics include: the vast responsibilities today's supervisors face and how to best approach these responsibilities, management of growing diverse and virtual teams, details of hiring, training, goal-setting, scheduling and other tactical supervisory techniques.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business, Human Resource Management, Management, or Marketing (8/18).
Various, distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: develop their communication skills; develop an understanding of the process of speechmaking; know terminology related to speaking; prepare speeches that are ethical and appropriate for your audience and purpose; sharpen critical thinking abilities through evaluation of evidence and reasoning; and understand the role of culture in public speaking.
Students are introduced to the principles of effective public speaking and provided with opportunities to develop public speaking skills. In addition, standards of evaluation for public communication are established for the use in evaluating their own and other’s public speaking performances. Students are graded based on speaking assignments.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Business or Communications (8/18).
Computer Science - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: analyze the asymptotic performance of algorithms; demonstrate a familiarity with major algorithms and data structures; apply important algorithmic design paradigms and methods of analysis; and synthesize efficient algorithms in common engineering design situations.
Major topics include computing, algorithms, and computer functions. Students are introduced to basic computer systems and design.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Computing and Algorithms (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: identify the organization of information systems in general and their roles in the modern organization in a web-based environment; describe how businesses generally use information systems; assist in the management of both data and knowledge in managing an organization; describe the infrastructure of the information technology system; discuss the roles of e-businesses and e-commerce in today’s business environment; determine the extent to which wireless and mobile computing must be taken into account when managing an organization’s delivery of information over the internet; explain the method by which information systems can be acquired and applied; and manage information systems in a manner that accounts for ethical and social issues, especially those unique to the information age.
Management Information Systems is an introduction to information technology and its applications to the business world. The course is designed to provide students with a strong understanding of information systems and the enormous importance they hold in today’s business world.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems (6/19).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: create worksheets and present them in different ways, showing various fonts, styles, sizes, colors, etc, use the power of Excel to automatically calculate mathematical data and apply it seamlessly to spreadsheets; copy cells and ranges of cells and perform other complex manipulations of spreadsheets, including adding charts, subtables, etc.; perform financial functions and data tables to produce amortization schedules; use Excel's formula checking function to minimize the possibility of error, create, sort, and query tables and the data within them; work with multiple worksheets and separate workbooks; and create templates by working with other features such as art, images, and screenshots to include these features in an Excel spreadsheet.
This self-study comprehensive course covers all the functions and features of Excel 2016 for students of any skill level. Major topics include: introduction to spreadsheet terminology, Excel's components, entering and editing text, values, formulas, charts and pictures, absolute and relative references, ranges, rows and columns, advanced formatting options, lookup functions, data validation, database functions, and using simple and complex formulas to assist with calculations.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Business, Information Systems, or Information Technology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: create and edit PowerPoint presentations with a variety of elements, enhance presentations with pictures, shapes, and clip art; add multimedia elements to improve the effectiveness of PowerPoint presentations; work information graphics into PowerPoint presentations; collaborate with others in preparing and delivering PowerPoint presentations; integrate PowerPoint presentations with elements linking them to other media by using hyperlinks and action buttons; and create self-running presentations containing animations.
This self-study course covers the most important functions and features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 for students of any skill level, beginning with an introduction to PowerPoint's components. Students learn how to create, save, and rearrange presentations. Major topics include: formatting slides, using graphics and multimedia, customizing Smart Art graphics and tables, modifying and distributing presentations, action buttons, custom slide shows and equations, and integrating Microsoft Office files.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Business, Information Systems, or Information Technology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: indicate the names and functions of the Microsoft Word interface components; create, edit, save, and print documents to include documents with lists and tables; format text and to use styles; add headers and footers to documents; add footnotes to documents; add graphics to document; use the spelling and grammar check as well as Microsoft Help; and manipulate documents using functions such as find, cut, copy, and replace.
This self-study course includes 15 weekly lessons and provides an introduction to the core ideas of Microsoft Office and the basics of MS Word.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Business, Information Systems, or Information Technology (8/18).
Culinary - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format
Version 1 and 2: Varies; self-study.
Version 1: September 2018 - January 2019. Version 2: February 2019 - Present.
Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe proper food safety and sanitation procedures; identify a variety of kitchen tools and procedures necessary to use them; distinguish various knives and discuss best practices for their maintenance; select proper flavorings to enhance dish, describe how heat alters food; select and describe various stocks, sauces, soups; distinguish between different cuts of beef, veal, and lamb; distinguish between types of poultry and describe their inspection and grading processes; identify a variety of fruits and vegetables and their proper storage; describe various potatoes, pastas and grains; and select the best greens and vegetables, garnishes and dressings for salads.
Version 1: Major topics include: various aspects of the culinary profession, including kitchen safety and sanitation, kitchen tools, procedures, and culinary techniques. Version 2: Same as Version 1 with an additional lab component.
Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Introduction to Culinary Arts, Culinary Arts Foundations, or Introductory Cooking (8/18). Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Culinary Arts, Culinary Arts Foundations, or Introductory Cooking (2/19 administrative review).
Economics - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: discuss reasons for differences in wealth from one nation to another and how economic freedom and a nation’s standard of living are related; explain the laws of demand and supply, surpluses and shortages; name and describe the three sectors of the economy that comprise the private sector and the single public sector; explain the business cycle, recession and depression; identify the classical and new classical models of economic theory; and identify tools, such as tariffs, quotas, and subsidies used to restrict the entry of foreign goods and promote the export of domestic goods.
This 15-week course based on a textbook and study guide, includes topics that focus on economic theory, goods, tariffs, quotas, subsidies, private and public sector, repression and depression. Students are evaluated by a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Accounting, Business Management, Economics, Finance, or Introduction to Macroeconomics (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: understand that markets have two sides - one side of a market is the demand side and the other is the supply side; evaluate how market adjustments eliminate shortages and surpluses; define the four major determinants of price elasticity of demand; review the basic concepts that can be used to build a specific theory of the demand for and supply of labor; explain the six factors that contribute to income inequality are innate abilities and attributes, work and leisure, education and other training, risk taking, luck, and wage discrimination; and evaluate the theories of public choice and assess how it helps explain the behavior of politicians, especially near or at election time.
Microeconomics is a 15-week course based on a textbook and study guide. Topics include: market supply and demand, income inequality, price elastic and labor. Students are evaluated by a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Principles of Economics, Introduction to Microeconomics, Finance, or Mathematics (8/18).
Education - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: explain the challenge of educating young children with special needs; summarize partnership with families; develop individualized intervention plans and programs and monitor progress; design instructional programs; explain considerations for teaching children with specific disabilities; understand emotional and social development; summarize how educators can nurture communication skills; describe the development of cognitive skills and literacy; and outline various teaming, collaboration, problem-solving, and consultation.
This self-study course consists of 15 weekly lessons. Topics include: various models, history, current issues and strategies in providing collaborative supports, accommodations, and differentiated curriculum to include students with disabilities and other special needs in general education classes.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe key concepts associated with adolescence and emerging adulthood; identify the importance of outside influences, such as friends and social media in adolescent; discuss the importance of family relationships; describe school and achievement measurement; identify adolescent work opportunities; explore content literacy assessments and teaching approaches for struggling readers; discuss how to use active reading in the classroom: and how to promote reading comprehension.
Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood is a self-study course of 15 weekly lessons. In this course, students explore the field of adolescent development. Students learn key theories, research and application. Topics include: biological foundations, cognitive foundations, cultural beliefs, the self, family relationships, friends and peers, school, work, and adolescence and emerging adulthood in the 21st century.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education or Psychology (6/19).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: explain the purpose, history and trends of assessment in early childhood; describe how standardized tests are used, designed, and selected for infants and young children; describe the purposes of classroom assessments and their role in developing effective classroom instruction; and discuss the importance of developing alternative reporting systems.
This course examines the use of assessment practices and strategies to improve student learning in early childhood. Special emphasis is placed on standardized tests and, more importantly, other types of assessments that are appropriate for young children, such as screening tools, observations, checklists, and rating scales.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Early Childhood Education or Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: discuss the development of play throughout the human life span from a variety of theoretical perspectives; identify types of play based on a variety of forms such as ritual, story-making, games and fairy tales; explore the role of play in human experience; discuss the relationship of play to other aspects of development, such as language, logical-mathematical thinking, social and moral development, spiritual development and creativity; critically reflect upon research and theory on play from the perspective of cultural bias; evaluate personal biases and evidence of collective bias and stereotyping in children’s toys, games, and television programming and commercials and demonstrate how these biases and stereotypes influence children’s play, plan and facilitate play-based learning activities; and construct an understanding of the role of play in counseling and therapy.
This self-study course consists of 15 weekly lessons. The course provides a broad study of the philosophical and social foundations of early childhood education in the United States. Topics include: review of recent research on play and development in the early childhood classroom; various instructional strategies and techniques designed to support a play-centered curriculum in the core curriculum areas; use of play as a form of assessment; and toys and technology that support a play-based curriculum.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Early Childhood Education or Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: discuss federal regulations related to children with exceptionalities; describe the characteristics of various types of exceptionalities, including those with health impairments and their special health care needs; practice various instructional approaches appropriate for exceptional children; utilize educational programming and resources, including assistive technologies and adaptive equipment appropriate for various types of exceptionalities; discuss the role of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Program (IEP) in the educational planning process for young children; use screening and assessment to support the learning and service needs of exceptional children; discuss the function of Child Find and teachers' roles in that process; and facilitate school, family, and community collaboration strategies to serve the needs of exceptional children.
Teaching Students with Disabilities and Special Healthcare provides thorough coverage of legislative issues on Special Education, especially the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The course examines topics related to children with disabilities and special needs, and allows students to be acquainted with children’s profiles and school performance, in the context of analyzing comprehensive details to identify and evaluate students with learning disabilities. Additional topics include: designing an appropriate Individualized Education Program (IEP), developing individualized instructions and using effective instructional strategies.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Education Psychology or Special Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: list and describe the three social settings named in this course; explain the term ‘parent’ and recognize different parenting styles; recognize the benefits and processes associated with placing children with disabilities in regular education classrooms; distinguish between signs of neglect, abuses and how to deal with them; outline and describe the various influences attributed to the three social settings, namely home, community, and school on the overall development of the child; and appraise and compare the different communication strategies for establishing and maintaining collaborative relationship and partnership among schools, communities, and families
Family, school, and community collaboration is the key to addressing the alarming rate of school dropout while also fostering higher educational aspirations. This fact holds true for students at both the elementary and secondary level and is regardless of the parents’ education, family income or background. In this course, students explore the effects of social settings on children’s lives, including home, school, and the community. Students examine the different roles of parents and how cultural patterns and outside influences differ among families, which are necessary components for teachers in fostering collaborative connections with the different family types. The roles of teachers as protectors against abuses such as bullying, federal laws behind inclusive practices for children with disabilities, and how teachers aid in supporting families will be explored. Students also analyse strategies in establishing both communicative and collaborative relationships among the three social settings (family, school, and community).
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: identify the causes of the increased professionalization of teaching in the United States today and the ramifications of this phenomenon; link educational philosophies to applied educational practices; describe the development of American education and the factors that have influenced it, from roots in classical Western civilization through the current times; compare and contrast different theories of education, curriculum and instruction, and apply them; apply principles of multicultural education to classroom instruction identify at-risk behaviors and proper responses to such behaviors; and identify methods that can decrease or remove racial, ethnic or gender gaps in education.
This course provides a broad study of the philosophical and social foundations of education in the United States. Students become proficient in terminologies, educational theories, practice and legislation relevant to the American educational system. Students link previously developed educational ideas to present practices and compare and contrast the benefits and deficiencies of the applications of these ideas.
In the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: facilitate students’ understanding of expository text material and content-specific vocabulary; plan for and provide a literate classroom environment to meet the diverse needs of all students; plan meaningful literacy experiences that integrate reading, writing, listening and communicating competencies in content area teaching; interact with students, colleagues, parents and community members to enhance literacy development; demonstrate a basic understanding of reading assessments for students and text; incorporate instructional technology into the preparation and teaching of lessons to enhance literacy development; and use critical and creative thinking skills relevant to course content and appropriate to student needs in planning lessons.
Literacy Instruction for Secondary Education is a self-study course with 15 weekly lessons. The primary purpose of this course is to provide preservice teachers with information and experiences that will help them develop and deliver effective instructional reading programs for students in secondary grades (7-12). The course focuses on study of theories and methods for integrating literacy instruction in content area classrooms.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education or Secondary Education (6/19).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: recognize models that explain challenging behavior; evaluate positive behavior interventions and supports; describe rules and procedures to prevent challenging behaviors; recommend effective use of scheduling, climate, and classroom planning and organization to prevent challenging behavior; explain high-quality instruction to prevent challenging behavior; describe behavioral monitoring to prevent challenging behavior; justify reasons to implement functional assessment; summarize how to effectively implement social skills instruction; and explain how to effectively prevent challenging behavior through reinforcement strategies.
Managing the Environment is designed to prepare Special Education educators to manage learning environments and student behaviors in the special education classroom, as well as the inclusive classroom setting. Instruction focuses on the theoretical foundations of classroom management by providing a physical, emotional, and social environment that is safe, supportive, and conducive to learning. This course emphasizes positive behavior interventions and supports, or Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), an umbrella term that refers to a wide array of individual and systemic strategies to teach and strengthen appropriate behavior and to reduce challenging behavior.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education (8/18).
Various; distance learning format
Varies; self-study
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define theories and principles of classroom management, including characteristics of effective and productive environments for learning; identify theories and principles of instructional methodologies, with emphasis on practices related to effective classrooms; discuss realities and structures of the teaching profession; learn how to design, plan and implement instruction that includes lesson planning, unit and course design and writing instructional objectives; design and implement classroom management plans that use effective classroom management strategies (maintaining a positive environment; motivating students and fostering student learning; model various methods of instruction; recognize individual differences of students and determining strategies to provide equitable instruction; and organize and manage use of time for instructional and non-instructional tasks.
This self-study course consists of 15 weekly lessons. Grading is based on writing assignments and a final examination. The primary purpose of this course is to provide pre-service teachers with information and experiences that will help learners develop and deliver effective instructional programs for students in secondary grades (7-12). Major areas of focus include: the nature of the teaching and learning process, including research-based models of instruction; planning, classroom management, learning environments and motivation. Pre-service teachers will become familiar with and demonstrate evidence of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions for effective beginning teaching.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education (8/18).
English and Literacy - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: understand words as a center of writing and communicating, what a dictionary and thesaurus offer, and the social reality of dialects; discriminate among informal and formal, and general and specific levels of diction and appropriate usage; demonstrate college-level writing produced through a process of pre-writing, drafting, revising and editing; apply skills learned in this course to workplace and other academic departments; write clear, precise, concise, expository prose in edited American English; read critically and respond to non-fiction selections; and use critical thinking in exposition.
English Composition 1 focuses on expository essays, writing skills, and language functions. Students are taught to brainstorm, develop ideas, and then share them in a well-developed and clear essay. With the use of the textbook 'Writing: A Guide for College and Beyond' by Lester Faigley, this 15-week course allows students to learn the correct form for writing in prose and essay form.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in English Composition (8/18).
Various, distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: complete writing assignments that have clear purposes and defined audiences, fostered by a writing process that includes brainstorming, prewriting, outlining/planning, drafting, peer review, final drafts, and revision; write persuasive and argumentative based documents that integrate and contextualize their ideas with others' ideas in an ethical and effective manner; support their ideas with a focus on valid reasoning; retrieve information and evaluate sources in an efficient and ethical manner; discuss, evaluate, critique, and write about others' arguments by focusing on writers' tone, assumptions, evidence, and their appeals to ethics, character, reason, and emotion.
This course continues the study of English Composition 1 ENG 101. Students focus on audience, clear argument structure, source evaluation, and critique the comments of others. As in English Composition 1 ENG 101, students are required to submit brainstorming activities as well as completed writing assignments during a 15-week session. Prerequisite: English Composition 1 ENG 101.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in English Composition (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: evaluate the depth and scope of research and information required to meet those needs; evaluate internet data driven research and research tools to support their research and evaluate ‘best of class’ research tools available; define data, information and knowledge; distinguish primary information from secondary information and explain the scholarly application of both; evaluate database qualities for their search needs, both free and proprietary, and evaluate returned articles in terms of relevance, purpose, scope, and depth; discuss the ethical use of information, the laws of copyright and the implication of plagiarism; and identify the information appropriate for academic application and distinguish authoritative sources from those of questionable authority.
Information Literacy includes the study of the transformation and progression of data to become information, the realiability and validity of resources, and general evaluation of primary sources. Students are also exposed to proper researching and ethical use of primary sources. A final examination determines students' grades in the course.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Communication, English, Information Literacy, Research Methods, or Study Skills (8/18).
Health Science - Consortium for International Studies
Various, distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the background for athletic training and its employment opportunities; discuss the components of the pre-participation physical exam and fitness testing procedures; relate nutritional health to performance; discuss the nutritional needs of active individuals; outline varying environmental conditions; describe how the illnesses they cause can be prevented; illustrate different forms of injury prevention and the liabilities inherent in sports training; describe how preexisting medical conditions affect the trainee; and recognize clinical injuries in all parts of the body.
This is a course for students with no prior background in the subject. The course begins with a background description of the field and continues with the history of the profession, then shifts to the actual role of the health education professional. Focus is placed on ethics, responsibilities, and required certifications in the field. Students also learn about theories and planning models of health promotion. Additionally, the course teaches the setting for health education and promotion, as well as the agencies involved.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Nutrition, Health and Wellness, Coaching, Personal Training, or Health Coach (8/18).
History, Government and Political Science - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self study.
August 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe the political, military, constitutional, and diplomatic aspects of the American Civil War and Reconstruction; explain the social impact of the American Civil War and Reconstruction; discuss the major events leading up to the Civil War and its aftermath; and explain why the period of the Civil War can be considered as a conflicting legacy.
This course examines the American Civil War in a realistic and unromantic light, discussing the challenging experiences of ordinary people and the uncertain decisions of military and political leaders. Emphasis is placed on both the years leading up to the Civil War and the war's aftermath in the North and the South. The course integrates political, social, military, and economic forces, and reframes the period of the Civil War as a conflicting legacy and insufficient cause for American self-congratulation for racial justice.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in U.S. History or as a Social Science elective (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self study.
August 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define what government is and relate it to its engagement in democracy; discuss the history of the U.S. Constitution and constitutional amendment process and necessity; identify the form of government practiced in the U.S. and the advantages and disadvantages; explain the purpose and function of Congress and the presidency; and define the basics of domestic and foreign policies.
In this course, students explore the definition of government and engagement in democracy, federalism as a form of government in the U.S. and examine the dissolution of power in this form of government. Students also learn about the history of the U.S.Constitution and relate it to the purpose and function of both the Presidency and Congress, and examine U.S. domestic and foreign policy.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in U.S. History or as a Social Science elective (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self study.
August 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: discuss the dynamics of power in the U.S between women and men; explain how relationships among women were determined by differences of race, ethnicity, class, age, region, or religion; recognize diversity as the central factor in the history of women and gender; and discuss the changing role of women from an historical perspective within the framework of U.S. History.
This course examines the dynamics of power in the U.S. between women and men and among women themselves. This history spans from the first cultural contact between indigenous peoples and Europeans in the 15th century to the new globalism of the 21st century. The overall purpose is to explore the frame in which relationships among women were determined by differences of race, ethnicity, class, age, region, or religion, keeping diversity as the central factor in the history of women and gender.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in U.S. History or as a Social Science elective (8/18)
Math - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: apply equations and inequalities, functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; use systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants, conic sections, sequences, induction, and probability
This 15-week course is comprised of study guides, required texts, quizzes and a final examination. Instruction includes a general introduction to algebra and includes topics such as equations, functions, graphs, exponential functions, and logarithms. Emphasis is placed equally on answering equations correctly and on applying various approaches and theories to solve equations.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Algebra, Mathematics, or as a general elective (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define, describe and apply the following fundamental mathematical concepts effectively, including: set of numbers, absolute value, exponential, radical, algebraic, linear, quadratic, and logarithmic expressions; cartesian coordinate system; percentage; simple and compound interest; present and future value; SI unit system; linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions; inequality; relation and function; domain and range; polynomial; complex number; mathematical set; mathematical logic; polygon; angle; statistics; data; mode, mean and, median; variance; standard deviation; normal distribution; probability; event; communicate equations and functions either in a verbal or algebraic way, using mathematical terms correctly; and recognize an equation, a relation and a function by their general characteristics.
College Mathematics is a mathematics course designed for non-mathematics majors. It includes introductions to basic precalculus math, including functions, sets, values and mathematical logic.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Mathematics or as a general elective (6/19).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self- study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: identify and quantify line and angle relationships, parallel lines, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, and locus and concurrence.
Introduction to Geometry is a 15-week course that uses a textbook and study guide to teach students college level geometry. There is also a practice exam available for student use. The final examination determines students' grades in the course.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Geometry, Mathematics, or as a general elective (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: apply descriptive statistics such as measures of central tendency, variability and association between two variables; compute the expected value and variance of any random variable; and use discrete and continuous probability distributions for business and economic problems.
This course introduces statistical analysis methods commonly used for managerial decision-making and is designed to equip managers with the skills to make effective use of data in the workplace, to develop expertise in a standard set of statistical and graphical techniques useful in analyzing data. These techniques are widely applied in a number of areas of management, including operations management, marketing, finance and economics. Topics include techniques used for collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Mathematics or Statistics (8/18).
Psychology and Sociology - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format
Varies; self-study.
August 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: discuss and interpret the definition of abnormal behavior; provide a historical overview of abnormal psychology; interpret and explain research methodologies used for describing and explaining abnormal psychology; define and discuss classification, diagnosis, and assessment of various disorders; and identify and discuss assessment techniques.
Major topics include disorders and abnormalities of the human body and mind. This course also explores different methods of treatment for disorders, as well as the various causes for these disorders.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Abnormal Psychology or Psychology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define the development of children: cognitively, socially and emotionally; discuss how to control a classroom for the purpose of optimal student learning; explore different ways to incorporate many cultures into the classroom; explore recent trends in the teaching profession; define the psychology behind learning; gain insight into how to teach students with special needs; and identify the benefits and pitfalls of different types of assessments and employ methodology for planning instruction and curriculum.
This self-study course includes 15 weekly lessons. This course explains the methodology behind classroom control, teaching to children with special needs and assessments. Additionally, the course explores different strategies, ideas, and incentives to help teachers gain better understanding of the classroom.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Educational Psychology, Education, or Psychology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define the origins of psychology; identify which ancient countries and cultures contributed to psychology; discuss the different contributors to psychology; discuss the systems that govern the field of psychology; and identify each of the five different branches of psychology, including the similarities and differences among them.
This course covers the history and systems of modern psychology, including the different schools of thought and understandings that align with modern day psychology. The course couples these various schools of thought together with their roots and foundations.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Psychology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self- study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe developmental theoretical perspectives and research methods; understand genetic and environmental influences on development; analyze research and theory regarding cognitive, emotional, and social childhood development; interpret research and theory regarding cognitive, emotional and social development in adolescence and early adulthood; and investigate research and theory regarding cognitive, emotional, and social development in middle and late adulthood.
Topics include: various aspects of human development, including social, emotional, biological, and cognitive human growth; and stages of human development from adolescence up to late adulthood. The final grade is based on a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: identify key concepts, models, and principles regarding psychological research methods, human biology, consciousness, development and human diversity, sensation and perception; apply the concepts of basic learning, memory, cognition, language, and intelligence concepts, structures, and processes; and explain key theories and research findings regarding emotions, stress, personality, and psychological disorders.
The course examines the human mind and the causes of behavior. Students learn the major areas of psychology as well as the history of psychology as a whole. Students also explore current theories of motivation, cognition, and behavior.
In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Psychology or Counseling (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: apply major sociological concepts to understand and explain the world within they live; identify patterns of social behavior and how social arrangements shape peoples’ behavior and choices; identify connections between various social issues (i.e. body image and gender inequality); cultivate critical thinking skills by asking questions, evaluating arguments, and exploring alternative points of view; and develop a more complex understanding of a position in the social world in relation to other individuals and other groups.
This course discusses human social behavior along with theories and concepts that cultivate a sociological perspective of the human race. The course is taught in 15 weekly lessons and includes a textbook, study guide, and a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Sociology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe key principles of physiological psychology, psychopharmacology, physiological research methods, and the critical role of the nervous system; analyze the physiology behind sensation, perception, sleeping, eating, and feeling; evaluate the physiology of learning, memory, and communication processes; and explain physiological factors involved in neurological, anxiety-related, schizophrenia-related, and addictive disorders.
The course explores physiological psychology, related to the biological influences on human and animal behavior. Topics include: structures and functions of the nervous system, psychopharmacology and research methods, the senses, movement, emotion, eating/digestion, learning, memory, and the neurology of psychological disorders.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Physiological Psychology or Psychology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe psychological research method goals, processes, descriptive techniques, and correlational techniques; explain the principles of experimentation, the role of variables, and the types of validity and reliability; apply knowledge of experimental design and small-n experimentation; investigate quasi-experimental design, results interpretation, and results presentation; and plan, conduct, interpret and disseminate original research.
This 15-week course investigates various forms of psychological research and includes topics such as research methods, processes, techniques and research design. Instructional methods include a textbook and study guide. Students are evaluated based on a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology, Introduction to Research Methods in Social Work, or Introduction to Research Methods in Sociology (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: discuss Jewish food practices from Biblical times through present day, inclusive of Ashkenazic and Sephardic customs as well as current American and Israeli foods; explain the religious and symbolic reasons for special festival foods, unique weekday foods, and food taboos; compare and contrast the differences between Jewish cultures and reasons for food variety; identify patterns in factors that affect Jewish food choices; and discuss various definitions and opinions of what is considered Jewish food.
This self-study course includes 15 weekly lessons. This course assesses students' knowledge of the social history of Jewish food, including Biblical and Talmudic concepts and rules of food and customs that have been adopted over the centuries in Jewish settlements in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and more recently in the United States and Israel.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Sociology, Jewish Studies, Anthropology, History, or Religion (8/18).
Science - Consortium for International Studies
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe Earth’s major spheres; identify the composition of various rocks and minerals; explain how weather and erosion affect the surface of the Earth; identify the water cycle and the processes involved within; explain how earthquakes and volcanoes affect the Earth’s surface and how they are measured; detail the various oceans and ocean life; identify the characteristics of various types of climates; and describe the solar system and the various bodies encompassed within.
Topics include the study of the composition of various rocks and minerals, the major spheres of the earth, weather and erosion, the water cycle and its process, volcanoes, ocean life and bodies of the solar system. The 15-week course uses textbooks, study guides, and is graded based on a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Earth Science, Meteorology, Oceanography, Astronomy or Architectural Engineering (8/18).
Various; distance learning format.
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: organize biological systems based on the canonical hierarchies; describe a variety of basic chemistry and organic chemistry concepts as they apply to the study of biology; identify sub-cellular structures and explain the function of each one; differentiate between animal cells and plant cells, as well as prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; explain various processes of membrane function in living systems; understand basic concepts of photosynthesis and cellular respiration; identify the stages of the cell cycle and explain the significance of each step; understand basic concepts of genetics and heredity; identify components of DNA structure; and define basic concepts of DNA replication, transcription, and translation.
The course includes weekly readings based on 15 weeks of self-study, review questions, assignments and a final examination. Topics include: biological systems, chemistry, cellular structures, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, genetics, heredity, and DNA.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Biology or Introduction to Biology (8/18).
