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Courses

The State of Texas has developed a common course numbering system for all college courses. These numbers are used in identifying courses that transfer freely among public community colleges and universities.

Courses are designated by an abbreviated name and number along with a descriptive title. The name used designates the instructional area in which the course is offered. The course number is a four-digit number in which the first digit designates the academic level of the course. A first digit of 1 designates an introductory-level credit course, and a first digit of 2 designates an intermediate or advanced-level credit course. A first digit of 0 designates a developmental (compensatory) course which cannot be applied toward either the required or elective hours for an associate degree or certificate.

All courses taught at South Plains College are listed in this section. In the course description, certain information is placed in parenthesis following the course title. The first figure in the parentheses indicates the semester hours of credit for the course; the second figure indicated the number of lecture hours per week attended by a student enrolled in the course; and the third figure indicates the number of hours per week during which the student is in laboratory, practice session or other instructional activity related to the course. For example, (4:3:3) following the listing for Biology 1411 General Botany means that the course carries 4 semester hours of credit, that 3 hours per week are spent in lecture, and 3 hours per week are spent in laboratory.

Some courses will also have a designation indicating the semester in which the course is offered. “F” indicates Fall, “S” indicates Spring, “S1” indicates First Summer Session, “S2” indicates Second Summer Session, and “Su” indicates either Summer Session.
 
  

  • MUSI 1303 - Fundamentals of Music

    (3:3:0) Introduction to the basic elements of music theory, including scales, intervals, keys, triads, elementary ear training, notation, meter, and rhythm. Course does not apply to a music major degree. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSI 1306 - Music Appreciation

    (3:3:0) Understanding music through the study of cultural periods, major composers, and musical elements.  Illustrated with audio recordings and live performances.  (Does not apply to a music degree.) Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Note: This course satisfies a 050 Creative Arts Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • MUSI 1307 - Music Literature

    (3:3:0)  A survey of the styles and forms of music as it developed from the middle ages to the present. This course will familiarize the student with cultural context, terminology, genres, and notation. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSI 1310 - American Music

    (3:3:0) General survey of various styles of music in America.  Topics may include jazz, ragtime, folk, rock, and contemporary art music.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSI 1311 - Music Theory I

    (3:3:0)  The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including fundamental music concepts, scales, intervals, chords, 7th chords, and early four-part writing. Analysis of small compositional forms. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • MUSI 1312 - Music Theory II

    (3:3:0)  The study of analysis and writing of tonal melody and diatonic harmony, including all diatonic chords and seventh chords in root position and inversions, non-chord tones, and functional harmony. Introduction to more complex topics, such as modulation, may occur. Optional correlated study at the keyboard Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSI 1311
  

  • MUSI 2116 - Sight Singing and Ear Training III

    (1:1:0)  Singing more difficult tonal music including modal, ethnic, and 20th century materials.  Aural study, including dictation of more complex rhythm, melody, chromatic harmony, and extended tertian structures.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSI 1216 and MUSI 1217.
  

  • MUSI 2117 - Sight Singing & Ear Training IV

    (1:1:0) Singing advanced tonal music and introduction of the modal and post-tonal melodies.  Aural study including dictation of advanced rhythm, melody, and harmony. 

     

      Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSI 2116

  

  • MUSI 2181 - Piano Class III

    (1:0:3) Prerequisite: MUSI 1182 or approval of instructor.  Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano

    students Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3

  

  • MUSI 2182 - Piano Class IV

    (1:0:3) Prerequisite: MUSI 2181 or approval of instructor.  Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • MUSI 2311 - Music Theory III

    (3:3:0) Advanced harmony voice leading, score analysis and writing of more advanced tonal harmony including chromaticism and extended-tertian structures. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSI 1211 and MUSI 1212.
  

  • MUSI 2312 - Music Theory IV

    (3:3:0) Continuation of advanced chromaticism and survey of analytical and compositional procedures in post-tonal music. Optional correlated study at the keyboard. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: MUSI 2311
  

  • MUSP 1103 - Applied Commercial Music: Acoustic Bass

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in acoustic bass with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1104 - Applied Commercial Music: Bass Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in bass guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1105 - Applied Commercial Music: Commercial Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in commercial guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1106 - Applied Commercial Music: Dobro Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in Dobro guitar goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1110 - Applied Commercial Music: Piano

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in piano with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1111 - Applied Commercial Music: Fiddle

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in fiddle with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1113 - Introductory Group Piano I

    (1:1:1) This course covers the fundamentals of playing various accompaniment patterns with chords.  Includes reading standard notation, basic scales, and learning introductory improvisational skills. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSP 1115 - Applied Commercial Music: Mandolin

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in mandolin with goals related to commercial music. Descriptions Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1117 - Applied Commercial Music: Percussion

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in percussion with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1121 - Applied Commercial Music: Steel Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in steel guitar goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1123 - Applied Commercial Music: Synthesizer

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in synthesizer with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1127 - Applied Commercial Music: Voice

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in voice with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1128 - Applied Commercial Music: Banjo

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in banjo with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1200 - Introductory Guitar Ensemble

    (2:0:4) This course is designed for guitar students to rehearse and perform in an ensemble group consisting of other guitar students. Students will learn music repertoire appropriate for an acoustic guitar setting. Students will improve their ability to read standard notation and to correctly read various rhythm patterns. Listening skills will improve as students work on blending together musically and learn how to react to one another’s musical decisions. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Pre-requisite: MUSP 1212 or consent of instructor.
  

  • MUSP 1201 - Applied Commercial Music: Arranging and Composition

    (2:0:4) This course represents private instruction in arranging and composition with goals related to commercial music. This course may be repeated for credit.

      Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4

  

  • MUSP 1202 - Introductory Group Voice

    (2:2:1) This is an introduction to Speech Level Singing philosophy and technique with goals related to commercial voice. It emphasizes sight singing and harmony singing applicable to commercial background singing. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSP 1203 - Applied Commercial Music: Acoustic Bass

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in acoustic bass with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1204 - Applied Commercial Music: Bass Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in bass guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1205 - Applied Commercial Music: Commercial Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in commercial guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1206 - Applied Commercial Music: Dobro Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in Dobro guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1209 - Small Commercial Music Ensemble: Bluegrass

    (2:0:4) Participation in the bluegrass ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1210 - Applied Commercial Music: Piano

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in piano with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1211 - Applied Commercial Music: Fiddle

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in fiddle with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1212 - Introductory Group Guitar

    (2:2:1) This course is an introduction to guitar. Students will learn the fundamentals of playing various accompaniment patterns with open-string chords, reading tablature, reading standard notation, and learning introductory improvisational skills. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSP 1213 - Introductory Group Bass Guitar

    (2:2:1) This course is an introduction to bass guitar. Students will learn the fundamentals of playing various styles of music for the bass guitar. Activities will include reading tablature, reading standard notation, and learning introductory improvisational skills. Proper technique will be studied with emphasis on finger dexterity. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • MUSP 1215 - Applied Commercial Music: Mandolin

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in mandolin with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1217 - Applied Commercial Music: Percussion

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in percussion with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1221 - Applied Commercial Music: Steel Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in steel guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1223 - Applied Commercial Music: Synthesizer

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in synthesizer with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1227 - Applied Commercial Music: Voice

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in voice with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1228 - Applied Commercial Music: Banjo

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in banjo with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1240 - Large Commercial Music Ensemble: Band

    (2:1:4) This course involves participation in a large band concentrating on commercial music performance styles. for credit. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated.
  

  • MUSP 1246 - Small Commercial Music Ensemble: Country

    (2:0:4) Participation in a country ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1250 - Small Commercial Ensemble: Jazz

    (2:0:4) Participation in a jazz ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1251 - Small Commercial Music Ensemble: Recording

    (2:0:4) Participation in a small recording ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1253 - Small Commercial Ensemble: Rock

    (2:0:4) Participation in a rock ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 1270 - Large Commercial Music Ensemble: Advanced Performance

    (2:0:8) This course assists students in attaining and perfecting the skills necessary for proficient, professional quality musical performances. Objectives are realized through practice of technique, application of techniques to musical styles being rehearsed, combined with careful and strategically planned staging of public performances. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 8 Pre-requisite: Audition and instructor approval. Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2130 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Voice

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in voice with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2131 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Acoustic Bass

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in acoustic bass with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2132 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Banjo

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in banjo with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2133 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Bass Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in bass guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2135 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Piano

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in piano with goals related to commercial music. DESCRIPTIONS Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2137 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Commercial Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in commercial guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2143 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Fiddle

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in fiddle with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2147 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Mandolin

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in mandolin with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2149 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Percussion

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in percussion with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2152 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Steel Guitar

    (1:0:2) Private instruction in steel guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2202 - Intermediate Group Guitar

    (2:2:1) This course is an extension of Introductory Group Guitar. Students will further their knowledge of accompaniment techniques while learning and playing power chords, barre chords, and chords over bass notes. Students will continue playing tablature, standard notation, and will learn more advanced improvisational skills. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: MUSP 1212 or consent of instructor.
  

  • MUSP 2230 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Voice

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in voice with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2231 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Acoustic Bass

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in acoustic bass with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2232 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Banjo

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in banjo with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2233 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Bass Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in bass guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2235 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Piano

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in piano with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2237 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Commercial Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in commercial guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2243 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Fiddle

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in fiddle with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2247 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Mandolin

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in mandolin with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • MUSP 2249 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Percussion

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in percussion with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit
  

  • MUSP 2252 - Advanced Applied Commercial Music: Steel Guitar

    (2:0:4) Private instruction in steel guitar with goals related to commercial music. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 4 Note: This course may be repeated for credit.
  

  • NCBI 0100 - Non-Course Based Integrated Reading and Writing

    (1:0:3) This non-course based option is designed for students who have tested at an ABE level below 4 on the TSI reading and/or writing test. This option provides instruction and practice in reading for a variety of purposes, in correct sentence structure, and in the basics of correct grammar and usage. Successful completion of this course will allow a student to enroll in the corequisite ENGL 1301 + INRW 0300 or the stand-alone INRW 0300 the following semester.    Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • NCBM 0105 - Developmental Mathematics (BASE NCBM)

    (1:0:3) Topics in mathematics, such as arithmetic operations, basic algebraic concepts and notation, geometry, and real and complex number systems are taught to prepare students for Beginning Algebra, MATH 0315.  This course is designed for students who have tested at an ABE level of 4 or lower.  This course will not satisfy graduation requirements.
  

  • NCBM 0114 - Non-Course Based Mathematics (Intermediate Level)

    (1:1:0) This course includes topics in developmental mathematics and is taken concurrently with a core-curriculum mathematics course.  This course will not satisfy graduation requirements.
  

  • NCBR BASE NCBR 0300 - BASE Developmental Reading

    (0:3:2)  This intervention is designed specifically for students assessed at BASE levels 3-4 and must be part of a student’s co-enrollment (co-requisite) enrollment. 

    • as a mainstreamed intensifier providing contact hours for additional, just in-time instructional support for the student’s success in the developmental reading course, or
    • as a contextualized and/or integrated basic skills instructional support for a Career/Technical Education course. 
    Semester Hours: 0 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2
  

  • NCBR 0100 - Non-Course Based Developmental Reading

    (0:1:0)

    This intervention is designed to be part of a student’s co-enrollment or co-requisite in a  mainstreamed intensifier providing contact hours for additional, just-in-time
    instructional support for the student’s success in the developmental reading course, or as a contextualized integrated basic skills instructional support for a
    Career/Technical Education course. Semester Hours: 0 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: Special approval of the Instuctor or Dean. Note: This course does not satisfy graduation requirements.
  

  • NCBR 0200 - Introduction: Reading Skills for College

    (2:1:2)  Introduction to integrated reading and writing with a focus on developing reading skills in preparation for college-level studies.  

     

  

  • NCBR 0300 - BASE Developmental Reading

    (0:3:2)  This intervention is designed specifically for students assessed at BASE levels 3-4 and must be part of a student’s co-enrollment (co-requisite) enrollment. 

    • as a mainstreamed intensifier providing contact hours for additional, just in-time instructional support for the student’s success in the developmental reading course, or
    • as a contextualized and/or integrated basic skills instructional support for a Career/Technical Education course. 

      Semester Hours: 0 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2

  

  • ORNT 0110 - Orientation

    (1:1:0) Recommended for entering freshmen and transfers who made unsatisfactory progress at last college attended. This course is designed to assist the entering student to make adequate personal and social adjustments to college life; to recognize and develop aptitudes, interests and skills necessary for college success; to select attainable goals for life; and to become acquainted with college policies, regulations, and curricula. Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • OSHT 1320 - Energy Industrial Safety

    (3:3:0)  This course is an overview for industrial workers of state/federal regulations and guidelines which require industrial safety training. Topics include the 29 C.F.R. 1910, 1926 and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E standards such as confined space entry, emergency action, lock out/tag out, arc flash, and other work related subjects
  

  • PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy

    (3:3:0) This course presents a study of major issues in philosophy and/or the work of major philosophical figures in philosophy. Topics in philosophy may include theories of reality, theories of  knowledge, theories of value, and their practical applications. No pre-requisites but ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302 are highly recommended.

      Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301 AND ENGL 1302 Note: This course satisfies a 040 Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions

    (3:3:0)  This course presents a comparative study of world religions, including but not limited to Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism.  Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • PHIL 2303 - Introduction to Formal Logic

    (3:3:0)  The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to symbolic logic, including syllogisms, propositional and predicate logic, and logical proofs in a system of rules. Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301
  

  • PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics

    (3:3:0)  This course presents a systematic evaluation of classical and/or contemporary ethical theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, morals, and standards of value. Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Pre-requisite: ENGL 1301
  

  • PHTC 1345 - Illustrative Photography I

    (3:2:3) This course provides instruction in the technical aspects involved in commercial photography. Topics include lighting equipment, techniques of production photography, reproduction principles, illustrative techniques, and advertising. Semester Hours: 2 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • PHTC 2345 - Illustrative Photography II

    (3:2:3) This course is a continuation of the study of commercial photographic principles with an emphasis on enhancing technical and creative quality. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3
  

  • PHYS 1315 - Introduction to Basic Science

    (3:3:0) This is a basic non-laboratory survey course serving to introduce and integrate the fundamental concepts of chemistry, physics, geology, and biology. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • PHYS 1401 - General Physics I

    (4:3:3)  Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of classical mechanics and thermodynamics, including harmonic motion, mechanical waves and sound, physical systems, Newton’s Laws of Motion, and gravitation and other fundamental forces; with emphasis on problem solving.  Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: MATH 1316 or consent of instructor. Note: This course satisfies a 030 Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • PHYS 1402 - General Physics II

    (4:3:3) Fundamental principles of physics, using algebra and trigonometry; the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electrostatics, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, optics, and modern physics topics; with emphasis on problem solving.   Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: PHYS 1401. Note: This course satisfies a 030 Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • PHYS 1410 - Elementary Physics

    (4:3:3) Conceptual level survey of topics in physics intended to acquaint liberal arts and other non-science majors with the basic laws and vocabulary of physics. A minimum level of mathematics is used. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Note: This course satisfies a 030 Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • PHYS 2425 - Principles of Physics I

    (4:3:3) Fundamental principles of physics, using calculus, for science, computer science, and engineering majors; the principles and applications of classical mechanics, including harmonic motion, physical systems and thermodynamics; experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports; with emphasis on problem solving.    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: MATH 2413. Note: This course satisfies a 030 Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • PHYS 2426 - Principles of Physics II

    (4:3:3)  Fundamental principles of physics, using calculus, for science, computer science, and engineering majors; the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism, including circuits, electromagnetism, waves, sound, light, and optics; experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports; with emphasis on problem solving. Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Pre-requisite: PHYS 2425 MATH 2414. Note: This course satisfies a 030 Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum requirement.
  

  • POFI 1104 - Computer Fundamentals

    (1:1:0) This course addresses computer application specific software (Microsoft Office Outlook), and emphasizes the concurrent development of office skills and computer knowledge. Course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • POFI 2301 - Word Processing

    (3:3:1) Word processing software focusing on business applications. This course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • POFI 2340 - Advanced Word Processing

    (3:3:1) Advanced word processing techniques using merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. This course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • POFT 1127 - Introduction to Keyboarding

    (1:1:1) This course is designed to provide skill development in keyboarding with emphasis on alphabet, number, and symbol keys by touch with acceptable speed and accuracy.  Semester Hours: 1 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 1
  

  • POFT 1301 - Business English

    (3:3:0) This course provides an Introduction to a practical application of basic language usage skills with emphasis on fundamentals of writing and editing for business Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • POFT 1309 - Administrative Office Procedures I

    (3:3:1) This course is a study of current office procedures, duties, and responsibilities applicable to an office environment. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 Pre-requisite: Keyboarding proficiency.
  

  • POFT 1313 - Professional Workforce Preparation

     (3:3:0) Preparation for career success including ethics, interpersonal relations, professional attire, and advancement. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • POFT 1325 - Business Math Using Technology

    (3:3:0) This course provides skill development in business math problem-solving using electronic technology. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
  

  • POFT 1328 - Business Presentations

    (3:3:1) Skill development in planning and conducting business presentations, including communication and media skills. Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
 

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