SGCEP Course Descriptions

BIOLOGY

BIOL 1107. Principles of Biology I. The first in a two-semester sequence addressing biological principles. This course covers topics which are primarily molecular. Areas studied include the chemistry of life, the cell, respiration, photosynthesis, mitosis, meiosis, genetics, protein synthesis, and recombinant DNA technology. Some knowledge of chemistry is helpful. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3-0-3.

BIOL 1107L. Laboratory for BIOL 1107. Laboratory exercises to supplement the lecture material in BIOL 1107. 0-2-1.

BIOL 1108. Principles of Biology II. The second in a two-course sequence addressing biological principles. Areas covered are organismic in nature and include topics in the kingdoms of life, plant structure and function, systems of the body, evolution, and ecology. Prerequisite BIOL 1107. 3-0-3.

BIOL 1108L. Laboratory for BIOL 1108. Laboratory exercises to supplement the lecture material in BIOL 1108. 0-2-1.

COMMUNICATIONS

COMM 1110. Public Speaking. Concentrates on one‑to‑group communication, stressing organization, content, and delivery. Prerequisite: Exemption of or completion of English and Reading LS requirements. 3-0-3.

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

CISY 1105. Information Systems Technology. This course uses an introductory, hands-on approach to provide students with basic awareness, understanding, and skills in the educational and business utilization of microcomputers. Topics include introductions to word processing, databases, graphics, spreadsheets, communications, presentation software, and the Internet and electronic mail. A student with credit for CISY 1105 will not receive credit toward graduation for either CISY 1100 or 1101. 3-0-3.

ECONOMICS

ECON 2105. Principles of Macroeconomics. A principles of economics course intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze economic aggregates and evaluate economic policies. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3‑0‑3.

ENGLISH

ENGL 0099. Grammar Review and Basic Composition. A course providing review of standard English usage and instruction and practice in writing sentences, paragraphs, and essays. 4‑0‑4. (Institutional Credit.)

ENGL 1101. Composition I. A composition course focusing on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including introductory use of a variety of research skills. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting ENGL 0099 and READ 0099. Minimum grade of “C” is required for graduation. 3-0-3.

ENGL 1102. Composition II. A composition course that develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by ENGL 1101, that emphasizes interpretation and evaluation of works of various literary genres, and that incorporates a variety of more advanced research methods. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 with a minimum grade of “C”. Minimum grade of “C” in ENGL 1102 is required for graduation. 3-0-3.

ENGL 2111. World Literature I. A survey of important works of world literature from ancient times through the mid-seventeenth century. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101. 3-0-3.

ENGL 2112. World Literature II. A survey of important works of world literature from the mid-seventeenth century to the present. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101. 3-0-3.

HISTORY

HIST 2111. Survey of U.S. History. A survey of U.S. History to the post-Civil War period. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3‑0‑3.

HIST 2112. Survey of U.S. History. A survey of U.S. History from the post-Civil War period to the present. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3‑0‑3.

MATHEMATICS

MATH 0097. Fundamentals of Algebra. A study of the real number system and its properties. A review of basic arithmetic concepts with special attention to fractions and decimals. Special emphasis on exploring the language of algebra, linear equations and inequalities, quadratic and literal equations, polynomial operations, factorization, rational expressions and word problems. 4‑0‑4. (Institutional Credit)

MATH 0099. Intermediate Algebra. A study of the real and complex number systems. Special emphasis on rational expressions, rational exponents, quadratic equations, radicals, graphing, compound inequalities, complete factorization and word problems. Topics will be investigated through the use of a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: MATH 0097, or appropriate score on the Collegiate Placement Exam or COMPASS. 4‑0‑4. (Institutional Credit)

MATH 1101. Introduction to 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 (supported by appropriate technology) of elementary functions to investigate and analyze applied problems and questions and on effective communication of quantitative concepts and results. Credit for this course may not be used toward graduation if it is taken in addition to MATH 1111. Prerequisites: Exemption from or successful completion of MATH 0099. 3-0-3.

MATH 1111. College Algebra. This course is a functional approach to algebra 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: Passing or exempting MATH 0099. 3-0-3.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

POLS 1101. American Government. Designed to give the student a general knowledge of the structure and functions of the government of the United States and Georgia with some time devoted to the study of current events and problems. Successful completion of the Georgia and U.S. History component of this course satisfies Georgia General Assembly's requirements for proficiency in United States‑Georgia history and government. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3‑0‑3.

PSYCHOLOGY

PSYC 1101. Introduction to General Psychology. A broad survey of the major topics in psychology including, but not limited to, research methodology, biological and social factors influencing behavior, development, learning, memory, personality, and abnormal behavior/therapy. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3-0-3.

READING

READ 0099. Developmental Reading. A course providing instruction for the improvement of reading skills. Emphasizes the building of vocabulary, the improvement of rate, and the acquisition of analytical skills necessary for efficient reading of college‑level materials. 4‑0‑4. (Institutional Credit.)

SOCIOLOGY

SOCI 1101. Introductory Sociology. A study of the discipline of sociology. Topics will include sociological theory, methods and selected substantive areas. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting READ 0099. 3‑0‑3.

SPANISH

SPAN 1001. Elementary Spanish I. Grammar, reading, writing, simple listening and speaking skills. Prerequisite: Passing or exempting ENGL 0099 and READ 0099. 3-0-3.