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2009-2010 Catalog 
    
2009-2010 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • GEB 1011 - Introduction to Business-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course provides a general outline of the nature of business, including ownership, management, and organization. Business operations, such as finance and decision-making controls are emphasized. The legal and regulatory environment in which business operates is examined.
  
  • GEB 1033 - Career Exploration and Development –AA


    1 class hour 1 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission required
    Students will be introduced to the Strong Interest Inventory as an information gathering process to find out and understand how their interests can relate to careers. Topics will include exploration of work related interests, basic academic abilities and life goals. The course offers a high engagement level with the instructor and qualified career professionals and will focus on outside assignments to facilitate the decision-making and critical thinking skills needed for career decisions and long term career planning.
  
  • GEB 1949 - Internship Work Experience I-AA


    3 Credit(s)
    This course offers a work experience in a cooperative program between Edison State College, students and local employers. This course requires verified work hours and a final summary report at the end of the work experience.
  
  • GEB 2030 - Effective Career and Education Management-AA


    2 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission to register from counseling staff, advising staff, or course instructor.
    A self-paced information gathering process designed for students at different levels of decidedness about their educational and career aspirations. Topics will include exploration of work related interests, basic academics abilities, and life goals. Students will be encouraged to focus on a program to help achieve these goals and all aspects of getting from college to career. The focus will be on integrative teaching, learning, decision-making and critical thinking skills.
  
  • GEB 2949 - Internship Work Experience II-AA


    3 Credit(s)
    A continuation of the work experience program designed to further enhance personal and work communication skills. The major focus of the course is goal setting as a tool to formulate and clarify problems associated with the workplace.
  
  • GEB 4375 - Foundations of International Business


    3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    Foundations of International Business 3 Credit Hours This course will provide a basic, integrated understanding of the complexity of the international business environment and the challenges it poses for businesses which are engaged in cross border activities. The course introduces concepts and processes of global trade and foreign direct investment, international monetary system, regional economic integration and foreign exchange markets. In a global economy it is especially important to study differences between countries and understand how these differences are linked to the various strategic choices businesses adopt, in order to compete internationally. Therefore, this course puts a special emphasis on national differences.
  
  • GER 1120 - Elementary German I-AA (**) (I)


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing with a minimum score of 83 of the FCLEPT Sentence Skills and Reading, or 440 on the SAT (Verbal), or ACT scores of 17 on the ACT English and 18 on the ACT Reading.
    This course is for beginners or those with one year of high school German. Training in communication skills is presented through typical conversation, contemporary readings, visual aids and laboratory exercises.
    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • GER 1121 - Elementary German II-AA (**) (I)


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): GER 1120
    This course is for beginners or those with one year of high school German. Training in communication skills is presented through typical conversation, contemporary readings, visual aids and laboratory exercises.
    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • GER 2200 - Intermediate German I-AA (**) (I)


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): GER 1120-1121 or two years of high school German, or permission of instructor.
    This course presents continued training in linguistic skills and an introduction to contemporary German life and culture.
    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • GER 2201 - Intermediate German II-AA (**) (I)


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): GER 2200
    This course continues to present training in linguistic skills and an introduction to contemporary German life and culture.
    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • GIS 1040 - Geographic Information Systems (GIS)-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320 or CGS 1100
    This course is an introduction to the use of GIS and the commands necessary to integrate databases with mapping applications. ArcView-GIS software will be used.
  
  • GIS 1045 - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Customization-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ETD 1320 or CGS 1100
    ArcView-GIS Software is used to study commands and procedures used in mapping, and developing charts and tables. Avenue, ArcView’s object-oriented programming language is used to customize the ArcView graphical user interface. The basics of developing customized extensions are also covered. It is not necessary to have taken CGS 1363 first.
  
  • GLY 1010 - Physical Geology-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    For both science and non-science majors. This course includes the study of the earth’s structure, three major rock classifications, minerals, and the erosion factors of waters and soils.
  
  • GLY 1010L - Physical Geology Laboratory-AA


    3 laboratory hours 3 Credit(s)
    In this course students develop skills in mineral and rock classifications and erosion factors, develop proficiency with aerial and surface map-reading skills, as well as development of the scientific method and paradigms to analyze written, verbal and visual communication.
  
  • GLY 1100 - Historical Geology-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This is a study of the earth’s history through the study of rock layers, the interpretation of fossils, environmental conditions in which fossils existed, the dynamic interactions which brought about changes in earth structure. The interpretation of the historical record and the evolutionary changes occurring among certain marine life and land flora and fauna is discussed.
  
  • GLY 1100L - Historical Geology Laboratory-AA


    3 laboratory hours 3 Credit(s)
    In this laboratory course the students study topographic and geological maps, fossils, and mineral materials that support the historical development of the planet Earth.
  
  • HAS 1100 - Orientation to Healthcare


    Description of the health care industry, its historical background, functions, inter-relations.
  
  • HFT 1000 - Introduction to Hospitality Management-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course traces the growth and development of the hospitality industry. Emphasis on operational units of a hospitality organization such as food and beverage, personnel, accounting, and sales. Various hospitality organizations will be discussed with regard to career opportunities, including hotels/motels, restaurants, clubs, travel agencies, cruise ships, institutional services, and recreational parks. Current and new management concepts and practices are presented.
  
  • HFT 1050 - Tourism and the Hospitality Industry-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course takes a cross-disciplinary approach to examining tourism. The social science perspective provides students with the kind of practical knowledge that can be effectively applied to the hospitality industry.
  
  • HFT 2410 - Front Office Procedures-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course traces the flow of activities and functions performed in today’s lodging operations with a comparison of manual, machine assisted, and computer based methods for each front office function.
  
  • HFT 2501 - Hospitality Sales Promotion-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course presents a practical understanding of the operating statement and precisely where, how, and why the sales effort fits into the total earnings and profit picture of a hospitality operation. Emphasis is on producing business profits.
  
  • HFT 2600 - Hospitality Law-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course provides an awareness of the rights and responsibilities that the law grants to or imposes upon employees of the hospitality industry, and illustrates the possible consequences of failure to satisfy legal obligations.
  
  • HIM 0 - Basic CPT Coding


    The following courses were not found in the supplied content but, were listed in program requirements. Please review and provide us, if possible, with the correct information.
  
  • HIM 1000 - Intro to Health Info Mgmt


    An overview of health information statistics, medical informatics, healthcare registries, database design, healthcare research, analysis of health data, design formats for presentation of health data and health information management department operations.
  
  • HIM 1110 - Classification Systems, Indices


    A laboratory/practical course for health information statistics, medical informatics, healthcare registries, database design, healthcare research, analysis of health data, design formats for presentation of health data and health information management department operations. Students will use computer applications
  
  • HIM 1211 - Health Information Technologies


    This course is an introduction to theory and practical methodology utilized in a health information (medical record) department. Computer and information systems in health care are discussed with emphasis on systems encountered by health information managers. Includes review of new technologies in relation to the evolving paperless electronic medical record.
  
  • HIM 1430 - Principles of Disease


    Introductory study of the nature, cause and treatment of disease processes. This course focuses on general principles, etiology and pathophysiology of human diseases on homeostatic mechanisms. A living body systems approach is utilized which includes basic anatomy, physiology, manifestations of disease states
  
  • HIM 2012 - Healthcare Law


    This course addresses rates and percentages for basic healthcare statistics with introduction to vital statistics, data display, and report generation.
  
  • HIM 2214C - Healthcare Statistics and Research


    This course addresses rates and percentages for basic healthcare statistics with introduction to vital statistics, data display, and report generation.
  
  • HIM 2222 - Basic ICD Coding


    Principles of coding diseases, conditions, and procedures with the International Classification of Disease System. Laboratory practice in the assignment of codes using both computerized and manual methods.
  
  • HIM 2253 - Basic CPT Coding


    Principles of coding with the CPT classification system. Laboratory practice in the assignment of codes using both computerized and manual methods.
  
  • HIM 2283 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement


    This is an advanced course in the use of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding systems.  The course is designed to increase the quality and accuracy of code selection by applying the decision-making process using well defined medical record review methodologies and official coding guidelines.  The course will also provide methodologies to conduct validation studies of coded data, evaluate the content of medical record documentation, and verify the accuracy of Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) and/or Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) assignments.
  
  • HIM 2500 - Organization and Supervision Management


    This course is an introduction to supervisory management, human resources, personnel and financial management. Included are employment skills, budgeting, human relations, and methods for analyzing.
  
  • HIM 2510 - Quality Performance Improvement


    Study of the concepts and procedures utilized in the performance of the quality assurance function in the health care setting. Emphasis on the role of the medical record practitioner in the management and control of the utilization review function of the facility. In the laboratory, the student will participate in utilization review and medical care evaluation activities
  
  • HIM 2810 - Professional Intership I


    This clinical practice allows the student to experience and practice health information (medical record) department functions in the either a simulated or actual health information environment. Topics addressed include typical workflow patterns; admission/registration processes; record assembly and analysis activities; management of standard health record documents and incomplete records; record filing and numbering systems; and retention and retrieval procedures. The student will become familiar with and/or utilize various types of equipment used in health information departments.
  
  • HIM 2811 - Professional Internship II


    This clinical practice allows the student to experience and practice health information (medical record) department functions in the either a simulated or actual health information environment. Topics addressed include typical workflow patterns; admission/registration processes; record assembly and analysis activities; management of standard health record documents and incomplete records; record filing and numbering systems; and retention and retrieval procedures. The student will become familiar with and/or utilize various types of equipment used in health information departments.
  
  • HIM 2820 - Professional Internship III


    This clinical practice allows the Health Information student to participate in health information (medical record) management functions in either an acute care or other health record setting. Topics addressed include various organization and supervision activities. The student will become familiar with and utilize various types of equipment, systems and processes used in health information departments.
  
  • HIM 2930 - HIM Review


    This is a required course for certification preparation. Test review and review of program material are included in the course.
  
  • HSC 1421 - Health, Safety and Nutrition for the Young Child-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    In this course students will learn the most current recommendations of health professionals for keeping young children healthy, safe and well nourished. Methods in which adults can help children develop healthy attitudes and practices will be explored.
  
  • HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): none
    This course is designed to provide a basis for understanding, utilizing, and pronouncing the vocabulary used by health care professionals. The language of medicine becomes understandable through the study of word roots, combining forms, prefixes and suffixes. Major disease processes and pathological conditions of specific body systems will be discussed, along with diagnostic and surgical terms. This course has no accompanying laboratory and therefore cannot be used to meet the science requirement at Edison State College. Note: It is recommended that all college preparatory classes be completed prior to enrollment in ANY Science Course.
  
  • HUM 1950 - Humanities Study Tour-AA (**) (I)


    3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    This course is an Edison State College-sponsored study tour abroad with lectures before departure and en route. Journal required. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements. The course HUM 1950 may be repeated as HUM 2950 once if the itinerary of the second tour is significantly different from the first. Students will be escorted by an Edison State professor.

    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • HUM 2211 - Studies in Humanities: The Ancient World Through the Medieval Period-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture from the prehistoric age through the end of the medieval period, as well as the cultures of Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is termed a writing intensive course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence in written communications.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • HUM 2235 - Studies in Humanities: The Renaissance Through the Age of Reason-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture from Renaissance through the Enlightenment, as well as the cultures of Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is termed a writing intensive course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence in written communications.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • HUM 2250 - Studies in Humanities: The Romantic Era Through the Present-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture from Romanticism to the present, as well as the cultures of Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is termed a writing intensive course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence in written communications.
  
  • HUM 2510 - Humanities Through the Arts-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This is a course which explores human values and our sense of selves as individuals in community through the arts. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • HUM 2930 - Studies in Humanities: Great Human Questions-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Central humanities themes presented through the study of selected works and performances (in philosophy, literature, art, music, architecture, drama, or film), representing many periods and cultures and serving as a basis for discussion of issues-social and historical as well as aesthetic and philosophical-facing the individual and society. The course utilizes multiple perspectives, guest lecturers, and media presentations. It is recommended that students complete at least one composition course before enrolling. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • HUM 2931 - Introduction to Asian Humanities-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course examines dominant ideas and arts in south and eastern Asian cultures expressed in philosophy, literature, art, architecture, and music. Content focuses on India, China, and Japan, and covers the period from earliest civilization to the present.
  
  • HUM 2950 - Humanities Study Tour-AA (**) (I)


    3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    This course is an Edison State College-sponsored study tour abroad with lectures before departure and en route. Journal required. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements. The course HUM 1950 may be repeated as HUM 2950 once if the itinerary of the second tour is significantly different from the first. Students will be escorted by an Edison State professor.

    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • HUN 1201 - Nutrition-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This is an introductory course to the scientific principles of nutrition, covering the role of specific nutrients, their digestion, absorption, and metabolism, sources of the nutrients and requirements of the various age groups. This course cannot be used to meet the AA Science requirement since it has no accompanying laboratory.
  
  • HUS 1001 - Introduction to Human Services-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course explores the field of human services, including health, mental health, public administration, education, social welfare, recreation, criminal justice, youth services, and rehabilitation.
  
  • HUS 1400 - Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This is an introductory course that takes an analytical approach to identification, intervention, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programming. Appropriate legislation and regulations governing rights of clients are examined. The community resources available for dealing with alcoholics and other drug abusers are identified, along with appropriate methods for the utilization of these resources.
  
  • HUS 2111 - Basic Counseling Skills-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HUS 1001 or permission of instructor.
    In this course emphasis is placed on the encouragement of personal growth and the development of fundamental interpersonal helping skills, as well as the promotion of knowledge of styles of helping fostered in a variety of human service settings.
  
  • HUS 2404 - Working With Alcoholics and Other Drug Abusers-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course provides both theoretical information and practical application of counseling techniques which have been effective in working with alcoholics and other drug abusing clients. Through role playing, readings, structured class exercises, class discussions, and lectures students become familiar with a variety of counseling theories, techniques and modalities.
  
  • IDS 1350 - Critical Thinking-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course is designed to develop higher level reasoning and problem-solving skills which can be effectively transferred to other subject areas. Emphasis includes specialized vocabulary development and verbal and quantitative reasoning skills. Students will apply creative and critical reasoning skills to brainstorming, patterns of thinking, questioning and effective problem-solving strategies. Fundamentals of logic, analogies, perceptions and learning styles are also explored.
  
  • INP 2390 - Human Relations in Business and Industry-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course is a study and analysis of personal and personnel relationships in occupations. It covers the techniques and dynamics underlying harmonious relationships in work organizations, and the importance of the working environ-ment as it affects human services and productivity.
  
  • INR 2002 - International Relations-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course presents the interactions of nation states in terms of political, economic, psychological, and cultural factors; power, morality and law among states. Conflict and coopera-tion in the pursuit of national interests, and international political systems and their functions is covered.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • ISC 1001C - Foundation of Interdisciplinary Science I-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science is designed to provide a broad foundation in science for nonscience majors. The two-course sequence emphasizes scientific and laboratory activities in a hands-on learning environment. ISC 1001C addresses the scientific method, geologic processes and the structure of the Earth, the solar system and star formation, electricity and magnetism and wave energy. The relationships of science to other fields of knowledge and to society are emphasized. This course is recommended as a general education course for non-science majors.
  
  • ISC 1002C - Foundation of Interdisciplinary Science II-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science is designed to provide a broad foundation in science for nonscience majors. The two-course sequence emphasizes scientific and laboratory activities in a hands-on learning environment. ISC 1002 covers the topics of energy, nuclear reactions and nuclear energy, chemistry and environmental biology. The relationships of science to other fields of knowledge and to society are emphasized. This course is recommended as a general education course for nonscience majors.
  
  • ISC 3120 - Scientific Process (FGCU course)


    3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): OCE 3008C with a minimum grade of C or BSC 1051C with a minimum grade of C or PCB 3063C with a minimum grade of C or PCB 3023C with a minimum grade of C or CHM 2211C with a minimum grade of C or (CHM 2211 with a minimum grade of C and CHM 2211L with a minimum grade of C) and (STA 2023 with a minimum grade of C or STA 2037 with a minimum grade of C)
    Introduction to the philosophy, methodology and ethics of scientific practice via classroom discussion and literature review. Focus on philosophical and practical differences between physical & historical science; hypothesis generation and testing; experimental design; construction of a research proposal; composition of a scientific paper; oral presentation; and critical review.
  
  • ISM 3004 - Information Resources Management for Business BAS


    3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course provides coverage of information management principles in business including information systems concepts, integration of information technology in a business environment and information technology infrastructure.  The importance of end-user computing is stressed and tools used to achieve this are explored.  This course will focus on case studies, projects and group interaction to learn how technology can best be utilized in a business environment.  As part of this process, computer hardware, software, networking, security and the ethical use of information resources are covered.
  
  • ISM 3112 - Information Resources Management for Business-BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics. In addition, CGS 1100 or equivalent competency is a prerequisite for this course.
    This course provides coverage of information management principles in business including information systems concepts, integration of information, technology in a business environment and information technology infrastructure. The importance of end-user computing is stressed and tools used to achieve this are explored. This course will focus on case studies, projects and group interaction to assist students in learning how technology can best be utilized in a business environment. As part of this process, computer hardware, software, networking, security and the ethical use of information resources are covered.
  
  • JOU 1100 - Basic Reporting-AA (**)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course presents an introduction to the profession. Emphasis is placed on theory and practice of writing news.
  
  • LAE 4416 - Children’s Literature (FGCU)


    The following courses were not found in the supplied content but, were listed in program requirements. Please review and provide us, if possible, with the correct information.
  
  • LIN 1670 - Basic English Grammar


    1 class hour 1 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or ENC 9021 with a “C” or better and/or REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better.
    This basic grammar course is designed for those students desiring more intensive work in grammar and syntax. It includes the study of grammatical principles and theory and application of those principles in exams and brief writing assignments. This course is particularly suitable for students enrolled in writingintensive courses who could benefit from more concentrated grammar review.
  
  • LIS 2004 - Internet for College Research-AA


    1 class hour 1 Credit(s)
    This course is designed to help students become familiar with the Internet and information resources of value in college research. Through the use of finding tools and informational resources on the Internet, students develop increased skills in identifying, using and evaluating electronic information resources. Classroom activities and practical experience in using the Internet will provide students with the basic research skills necessary for information literacy in today’s world.
  
  • LIT 2090 - Contemporary Literature-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    The focus of this course is an examination of themes and ideas reflected in the writings of contemporary American authors who have won major awards for works of fiction and poetry since 1985.
  
  • LIT 2110 - World Literature I-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    This course presents a study of great works of literature and recurrent themes and ideas, including literature of the Greeks, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • LIT 2120 - World Literature II-AA (I)


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    This course presents a study of great works of literature and recurrent themes and ideas from the late 17th century through the modern period.
    (I) International or diversity focus
  
  • MAC 1105 - College Algebra-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 1033 with a minimum grade of “C”, or Testing
    Topics include linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphing and applications are emphasized. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1106 - Combined College Algebra Precalculus-AA


    5 class hours 5 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 1033 with a minimum grade of a “B” or Testing
    This course covers major topics to include: functions and relations including domain and range, operations on functions, and inverse functions’ polynomial, rational and other equations and inequalities; exponential and logarithm functions, their properties and piecewise-defined functions’ conic sections; sequences and series; applications such as curve fitting, modeling, optimization, and exponential and logarithmic growth and decay; mathematical induction; binomial theorem and application. Graphing and applications are emphasized. A graphing calculator is required. Credit is not given for both MAC 1106 and either MAC 1105 or 1140. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1114 - Trigonometry-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 or MAC 1106 with a minimum grade of “C,” or appropriate CLM score
    Topics in this class include the real number system, circular functions, trigonometric functions, inverse relations and functions, trigonometric graphs, solutions of triangles, and trigonometric equations, polar coordinates, and complex numbers. This course contains all of the features of trigonometry found in MAC 1147, with additional emphasis on applications. A graphing calculator is required. (This course may be taken concurrently with MAC 1140.) If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1140 - Pre-Calculus Algebra –AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 with a minimum grade of “C” or appropriate CLM score
    This is an algebra class designed to prepare students to enter either engineering or calculus courses. Topics covered include exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomials, rational functions, conic sections, sequences and series, mathematical induction, the binomial theorem, and matrices. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1147 - Precalculus Algebra Trigonometry-AA


    5 class hours 5 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 with a minimum grade of “B” or appropriate CLM score.
    This course is designed for students with strong mathematical backgrounds who need a refresher course before beginning the Calculus sequence. Topics covered are a combination of topics from MAC 1140 and MAC 1114. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement. Credit is not given for both MAC 1147 and MAC 1140 or MAC 1114.
  
  • MAC 2233 - Calculus for Business, Social and Life Sciences-AA


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 or MAC 1106 or MAC1140 with a minimum grade of “C,” or appropriate CLM score
    This course is designed for students in business and related studies that need calculus but not trigonometry. Included is a review of equations and inequalities and their applications, functions and graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions. Major topics include mathematics of finance, limits and continuity, differentiation and integration and applications of these. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 2311 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I-AA


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1140 and MAC 1114 with a minimum grade of “C” in each course or MAC 1147 with a minimum grade of “C” or appropriate CLM score.
    This course is designed for students majoring in science, mathematics or engineering. Topics covered include limits, differentiation, integration of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions and applications. This course is sequential with MAC 2312 and MAC 2313. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 2312 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II-AA


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2311 with minimum grade of “C”
    This course presents differentiation and integration’s of trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, special techniques of integration, improper integrals, sequences, infinite series, and analytic geometry in three-dimensional space. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 2313 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry III-AA


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2312 with a minimum grade of “C”
    This course includes study of linear systems and matrices, partial derivatives, multiple integration, line integrals, polar coordinates, and vectors in the plane. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAE 3320C - Teaching Methods in Middle School Mathematics with Practicum-BS


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science Program in Education or special permission from the Associate Dean of Baccalaureate programs
    This course is required in the undergraduate Mathematics Education program and should be taken as a prerequisite for MAE 4330C. Its major goal is to provide prospective middle school teacher candidates the opportunity to develop concepts, skills, and pedagogical procedures for the effective teaching of mathematics in grades 6-9. To this end, the course will provide for an integration of mathematics content and the middle school philosophy while examining learning and teaching at this level. Such a course is recommended by the National Council Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).
  
  • MAE 4330C - Teaching Methods in Secondary School Mathematics with Practicum-BS


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science Program in Education or special permission from the Associate Dean of Baccalaureate Programs
    This course is required for teacher candidates who are majoring in Mathematics Education. It is designed to prepare the teacher candidate for a successful internship experience by bridging the perceived gap between theory and practice. This course addresses the required instructional methods, techniques, strategies, resources and assessment considerations for effective teaching of secondary mathematics including pedagogy of early algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus; through the use of problem solving, cooperative learning and appropriate technology.
  
  • MAE 4930 - Special Topics in Secondary Education I-BS


    1 Credit(s)
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach in Secondary Mathematics Programs or a combination of the biological and physical subject matter areas. This course allows the teacher candidate opportunities to begin their teacher candidate portfolio, demonstrate writing skills and assess student disposition records to be kept throughout the remainder of their coursework. This course also presents teacher candidates with qualitative and quantitative research skills as well as current library and technology resources available.
  
  • MAE 4940 - Internship in Secondary Education with Mathematics Emphasis-BS


    12 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all other coursework in the B.S. in Secondary Education Mathematics program of studies and/or permission from the Associate Dean of Education
    Required: participation in a series of seminars at Edison State College
    Contact hours: A minimum of 35 hours per week for 15 weeks
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area 6-12 mathematics classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. Guided by the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, ESOL Performance Standards, and ESOL K-12 Cofmpetencies and Skills, teacher candidates will write lesson plans, choose materials, conduct lessons, and manage student behavior during one semester of full day internship. Over the course of the internship, teacher candidates will conduct systematic inquiry about their work with children in 6-12 school settings and continually revise their classroom instruction and management through a cycle of reflective practice. The teacher candidates will also participate in a series of required mandatory seminars at Edison State College.


  
  • MAN 2021 - Management Principles-AA


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course presents basic management principles and theory, including the history, progress and functions of management. The relation of management principles to operations and the management process in business are emphasized.
  
  • MAN 2043 - Management Solutions for Improvement-AS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course provides managerial students with the theoretical and hands-on training in the process of continuous leadership improvement through identifying, analyzing, and solving problems that will positively impact on customer satisfaction. Management quality is presented in a manner that emphasizes principles and practices, including excellence, efficiency, and effectiveness.
  
  • MAN 2241 - Organizational Behavior-AS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 2021 or equivalent recommended.
    This course provides students with an understanding of the human processes in formal organizations, utilizing individual and group exercises which simulate behavioral dynamics of organizations. Content areas include conflict resolution, communication, leadership, planning and control, as well as other organizational processes.
  
  • MAN 3046 - Team Management - BS


    3 Credit(s)
  
  • MAN 3120 - Organizational Behavior and Leadership-BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This is an applied leadership course with a focus on case studies, projects and group interaction, including theoretical background on group dynamics, small group behavior and motivation, power, types of groups, verbal and non-verbal communication skills, and teambuilding.
  
  • MAN 3301 - Human Resources Management-BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course analyzes modern methods and theories in human resources management, personal administration. Topics include recruitment, promotion, performance evaluation, dismissal, and training.
  
  • MAN 3303 - Leadership and Management Practices- BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course consists of a comprehensive study of contrasting philosophies of leadership, current theories of leadership, management and supervision, as well as current trends and issues for business managers. In addition, this course focuses on applications and cases for development of competencies.
  
  • MAN 3641 - Organizational Research


    3 Credit(s)
    The following courses were not found in the supplied content but, were listed in program requirements. Please review and provide us, if possible, with the correct information.
  
  • MAN 4701 - Business Ethics and Society-BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course explores roles of personal, organizational, and societal values and ethics in society. Topics include exploration of individual ethics, values, and goals; the study of ethical behavior within organizations as it influences people, products, and the work environment; and the exploration of the appropriate roles of individuals, organizations, and government in society.
  
  • MAN 4720 - Strategic Management and Organizational Policy - BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course examines strategic planning and work organization as well as the development of organizational policies and procedures. Topics include corporate planning, organizational analysis and design, change implementation, design and oversight of policies, determining organizational direction, developing organizational direction, developing organizational strategy, and evaluation and control and its application within an organization.
  
  • MAN 4915 - Management Capstone Project


    3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): All requirements for the Baccalaureate Degree must be completed, except those courses being taken concurrently with the Capstone Course.
    The student will complete a business simulation in which teams of students make decisions weekly and compete against other teams for the best organizational results based on strategies chosen using case analysis and course knowledge from many of the former studies of this degree program. Successful completion of the course requires demonstrating learning outcomes from core courses by passing a post test at the course end, preceded by a pre test at the course start and additional individual instruction tailored to student needs. In addition readings from current and classic business texts and articles will be used for in class discussion.
  
  • MAP 2302 - Differential Equations-AA


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2312 with a minimum grade of “C”
    This course presents methods of solutions for first order equations. Selected applications also covered are Linear equations, Laplace transforms, and series solutions. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAR 2011 - Marketing-AS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course is a study of marketing principles and their relationship to product, price, promotion and distribution. The interrelationship between marketing and other business operations of the firm is included.
  
  • MAR 2141 - International Marketing and Business Practices-AS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    This course introduces students to the concepts of marketing which are unique to international business. Students investigate product development, channel systems, organizational alternatives, business practices and customs, and legal issues, as they relate to the world market.
  
  • MAR 3802 - Marketing for Managers-BAS


    3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 2021 Management Principles OR permission of Associate Dean of Baccalaureate Programs. Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course helps develop marketing knowledge and skills necessary for a successful general manager to interact with and problem solve in a functional team environment. Students will add to their understanding of marketing concepts including the development and implementation of a marketing plan. The course focuses on business to business marketing, marketing of services and global marketing.
  
  • MAS 3105 - Linear Algebra(FGCU course)


    The following courses were not found in the supplied content, but were listed in program requirements. Please review and provide us, if possible, with the correct information.
  
  • MAS 4301 - Intro Abstract Algebra (FGCU course)


    The following courses were not found in the supplied content but, were listed in program requirements. Please review and provide us, if possible, with the correct information.
  
  • MAT 1033 - Intermediate Algebra-AA


    4 class hours 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 9020 with a minimum grade of “C” or MAT 9024 with a minimum grade of “C” or Testing
    This course is intended to prepare students for college level algebra courses needed to meet the State requirements for math competencies. This course should adequately prepare the student for MAC 1105 and provide a strong algebra foundations for higher level math.
  
  • MAT 9002 - Basic Mathematics (*)


    4 class hours, 1 open laboratory hour 4 Credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing or permission of the Dean of Academic Success Programs
    This course prepares students for algebra by covering basic mathematical skills. The student learns to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and apply those skills to the real number system. The student also learns to solve problems with percents. All of the aforementioned topics will incorporate word problems. Successful completion of this course requires a grade of “C” or better.

    (*) Preparatory credit only, does not count toward a degree or certificate
 

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