Natural Sciences and Mathematics Courses

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Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Pre-Allied Health
Courses of Instructions

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: BIOLOGY

Students who complete this program are prepared to pursue the bachelor's degree in biology or a related field at a senior college or university. Biologists deal with living organisms and the relationship between organisms and their environment. Most careers in biology require graduate study in a life science area. Many doctors, veterinarians, and ophthalmologists major in biology. Other career opportunities include work in botany, agronomy, animal science, ecology, toxicology, pathology, and biological oceanography. Academic advisement for this program is provided by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

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Students who complete this program are prepared to pursue the bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field at a senior college or university. Chemists search for and put into practical use new knowledge about substances. They work in manufacturing production by preparing instructions for each stage in a manufacturing process and testing samples for quality control. Some chemists work as marketing or sales representatives for chemical industries. Other careers for chemists include research and teaching. As with biology, many doctors, veterinarians, and pharmacists major in chemistry. Academic advisement for this program is provided by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: COMPUTER SCIENCE

Students who complete this program are prepared to pursue the bachelor's degree in computer or information science or a related field at a senior college or university. Computers can process vast quantities of information rapidly and accurately, but only if they are given step by step instructions to follow. Computer scientists function as programmers and systems analysts. The computer programmer must write detailed instructions that list in a logical order the steps the machine must follow to organize data, solve a problem, or do some other task. Analysts use various techniques, such as cost accounting, sampling, and mathematical model building to analyze problems and devise new systems. Academic advisement for this program is provided by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

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Students who complete this program are prepared to pursue the bachelor's degree in mathematics or mathematics education. Theoretical mathematicians develop new principles and relationships. Applied mathematicians develop mathematical approaches to solve practical problems in business, government, engineering, and the various sciences. Many mathematicians work in colleges, teaching and doing research. Others work in private industry or government as actuaries, statisticians, or economists. Academic advisement for this program is provided by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: PHYSICS 

Students who complete this program are prepared to pursue the bachelor's degree in physics or engineering. Through systematic observation and experimentation, physicists describe in mathematical terms the structure of the universe and the interaction of matter and energy. Physicists develop theories that describe the fundamental forces of nature. Most physicists work in research and development. Some do basic research to increase scientific knowledge while others do applied research and help develop new products. Academic advisement for this program is provided by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: PRE ALLIED HEALTH ?

This program prepares students to pursue a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene, medical records administration, medical technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or sonography. Dental hygienists remove deposits and stains from teeth, instruct patients in self care, take and develop x rays, and make impressions of teeth. Medical records administrators manage systems to document, store, and retrieve medical information. Medical technologists analyze blood and other body fluids and tissues. Nurses practice nursing skills in clinics, hospitals, doctors' offices, and other areas. Occupational therapists work to enhance human functions through education, vocational and recreational activities. Physical therapists help rehabilitate handicapped individuals through activities designed to improve strength and mobility. Sonographers utilize diagnostic sound waves to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injury. Academic advisement for this program is provided by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

Students enrolled in this program are cautioned to correlate their SGC work with that required by the senior college or university to which they will transfer.

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 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION

This section of the catalog contains the course title and course description for each of the courses listed in the curriculum guides. At the end of each course description are printed three numbers, such as 3-2-4. The first number indicates the number of regular classroom sessions for the course each week; the second number indicates the number of laboratory hours per week; and the third number indicates the semester hours of credit awarded for the successful completion of the course. Those courses which carry institutional credit and thus are not counted for graduation from SGC are appropriately marked. Students are herein notified that institutional credit courses do not transfer to other postsecondary institutions.

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BIOLOGY

BIO 1107K. Principles of Biology I.  The first in a two-semester sequence of biology for science majors.  Areas emphasized include structure, physiology, bioenergetics, development, genetics, evolution, behavior and ecology of organisms.  Laboratory exercises supplement the lecture material.  Prerequisite: CHEM 1211K or SCIE 1111. 3-2-4.

BIO 1108K. Principles of Biology II. A continuation of BIOL 1107K for science majors with laboratory exercises that supplement the lecture material.  Prerequisite: BIOL 1107K. 3-2-4.

BIO 2210K. Anatomy and Physiology I. An introduction to biological processes and anatomic terminology, followed by an integrated study of the structure and function of the human body. Includes study of tissues, organs, and the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous. Prerequisite: BIO 1107K or divisional approval. 3-2-4.

BIO 2211K. Anatomy and Physiology II. A continuation of the study of the anatomy and physiology of the organ systems of man. Animal dissection included in laboratory work. Prerequisite: BIO 2210K or divisional approval. 3-2-4.

BIO 2215K. Microbiology.  A study of microscopic forms of life. Emphasis is placed on infectious diseases highlighting the nature of the organisms, the interrelationship of microorganisms and human hosts, and the prevention and control of infectious diseases of humans. Laboratory work includes studies of microscopy, aseptic technique, culturing, staining methods, disinfection, and disease. Prerequisite: BIOL 1107K or BIOL 2210K. 3-3-4.

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CHEM 1211K. Principles of Chemistry I. First in a two-semester sequence covering the fundamental principles and applications of chemistry.  Topics to be covered include composition of matter, stoichiometry, periodic relations, and nomenclature.  Laboratory exercises supplement the lecture material. 3-2-4.

CHEM 1212K. Principles of Chemistry II. Second course in a two-semester sequence covering the fundamental principles and applications of chemistry.  Laboratory exercises supplement the lecture material. Prerequisite: CHEM 1211K. 3-2-4

CHE 2240K. Organic Chemistry I. The chemistry of carbon compounds. Topics include bonding, isomerism, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy.  Prerequisite: CHEM 1211K. 3-2-4.

CHE 2241K. Organic Chemistry II. A continuation of the chemistry of carbon compounds.  This course uses the principles of bonding, isomerism, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy to explain the reactions of organic compounds containing specific functional groups.  Prerequisite: CHEM 2240K. 3-2-4.

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CSCI 1301. Computer Science I.  This course includes an overview of computers and programming; problem-solving and algorithm development; simple data types; arithmetic and logical operators; selection structures; repetition structures; text files; arrays (one- and two-dimensional); procedural abstraction and software design; modular programming (including subproograms or the equivalent). 4-0-4.

CSCI 1302. Computer Science II.  This course includes an overview of abstract data types (ADTs); arrays (multi-dimensional) and records; sets and strings; binary files; searching and sorting; introductory algorithm analysis (including Big-O); recursion; pointers and linked lists; software engineering concepts; dynamic data structures (stacks, queues, trees). Prerequisite: CSCI 1301. 4-0-4.

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MATH 1101.  Mathematical Modeling.  This course is an introduction to mathematical modeling using graphical, numerical, symbolic, and verbal techniques to describe and explore real-world data and phenomena.  Emphasis is on the use of elementary functions to investigate and analyze applied problems and questions, supported by the use of appropriate technology, and on effective communication of quatitative concepts and results.  Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra II in high school or MATH 0099. 3-0-3.

MATH 1111. College Algebra. This course is a fundamental approach to algrebra that incorporates the use of appropriate technology.  Emphasis will be placed on the study of functions, and their graphs, inequalities, and linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions.  Appropriate applications will be included.  Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra II in high school or MATH 0099. 3-0-3.

MATH 1113. Precalculus.  This course is designed to to prepare students for calculus, physics, and related technical subjects.  Topics include an intensive study of algebraic and transcendental functions accompanied by analytic geometry. Prerequisite: MATH 1111 or departmental permission. 3-0-3.

MATH 2253.  Calculus I. A course intergrating basic ideas from analytic geometry with the introductory concepts of differential and integral calculus.  Topics include limits, continuity, slope, tangent, rate of change, optimization, derivatives, and integrals.  The Fundamental Theorem of calculus is studied in detail.  Applications are drawn from physics, engineering, business, and economics.  A thorough knowledge of algebraic and trigonometric identities is necessary for success in this course. Prerequisite: MATH 1113. 4-0-4

MATH 2254. Calculus II. A continuation of Calculus I.  Transcendental, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions are defined and their differential and integral properties are studied in detail.  Techniques of integration, such as trigonometric substitution integration by parts, and partial fractions are developed.  Other topics studied include the theory of plane analytic geometry, the relationship between Cartesian and polar coordinates, conic sections, indeterminate forms, L'Hopital's rule, improper integrals, Taylor's formula, the theory of sequences and infinite series, tests for convergence, the power series representation of elementary functions.  Prerequisites: MATH 2253. 4-0-4.

MATH 2280. Introduction to Statistics. An introductory course in statistical decision making methods including sampling, measures of central tendency, frequency distributions, and hypothesis testing.  Prerequisite: MATH 0099. 3-0-3.

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

PHSC 1011. Foundations of Physical Science. A survey of basic principles underlying physical phenomena.  Topics studied include motion, energy, work, wave phenomena, and meteorology.  Perequisites: MATH 1101 or 1111.  3-0-3.

PHSC 1011L. Laboratory for Foundations of Physical Science.  A laboratory course to augment and support PHSC 1011. Corequisite: PHSC 1011. 0-2-1.

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PHYSICS

PHYS 1111K. Introductory Physics I. An introductory course which will include material from mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves.  Elementary algebra and trigonometry will be used.  Prerequisites: MATH 1113.  3-2-4.
 

PHYS 1112K. Introductory Physics II. An introductory course which will include material from electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics.  Elementary algebra and trigonometry will be used.  Prerequisites: PHYS 1111K.  3-2-4.
 

PHYS 2211K. Principles of Physics I. An introductory course which will include material from mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves.  Elementary differential calculus will be used.  Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2253.  3-2-4
 

PHYS 2212K. Principles of Physics II. An introductory course which will include material from electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics.  Elementary differential and integral calculus will be used.  Prerequisite: PHYS 2211K and Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 2254.  3-2-4.

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