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2023-2024 Catalog
Course Descriptions
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IDH 2911 - Interdisciplinary Honors Capstone 3 credits Prerequisites: IDH 2910 with a grade of “B” or better This course constitutes a culminating experience in the Honors curriculum focused on integrative and applied learning. This course provides in-depth engagement with a specific topic through individual or group research, service learning, community-engaged education, and/or experiential learning. This capstone course provides an opportunity to synthesize prior disciplinary training and implement the active learning habits necessary to design and execute a significant project.
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IDS 2141 - Exploring Emerging Technologies 3 credits This is a course that provides a theoretical examination of new and emerging technologies and how they impact our politics, social lives, and culture. Students will be expected to create projects in several forms including: digital photography, writing, video, and web. This course looks at the state of technology and examines how it is impacting the lives of all humans. Students will track how culture has shifted because of the rapid changes in technology. They will also envision future uses of technology and how those might impact the culture and society of the future. Technologies covered in the class may include: Social Media, Climate Change, Emerging Media Art, Social Justice, and Technological Isolation
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IDS 2891 - CREATIVE Capstone 3 credits Prerequisites: Successful completion of 30 credits towards the A.A. degree, including (ENC 1101 and ENC 1102 ) OR (ENC 1101 and SPC 1017 ) OR (ENC 1101 and SPC 2608 ). This course constitutes a culminating General Education experience focused on applied transdisciplinary learning. Assisted by classmates, professors, and librarians, students will design and execute a significant project that addresses complex real-world issues. By engaging in the research process from topic selection to presentation of results, students will demonstrate accumulated General Education skills, competencies, and knowledge. To successfully complete this course, a minimum grade of “C” is required.
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IDS 2930 - Special Topics in Arts and Sciences - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level communication. This course examines selected problems or issues from multiple perspectives in the Arts and Sciences. Selected topics will range from addressing the great questions of human existence such as good and evil, religion, the meaning of life, and the place of human beings in the universe, to contemporary issues such as climate change, sustainability, cultural pluralism, the use of technology, and terrorism. 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. This course will be taught by two faculty members including at least one faculty member from the Department of Humanities and Fine Arts.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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INP 2390 - Human Relations in Business and Industry (see 2023-2024 Catalog Addendum for update) 3 credits This course focuses on the 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 environment as it affects human services and productivity.
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INR 2002 - International Relations - (I) 3 credits 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 cooperation in the pursuit of national interests; and international political systems and their functions.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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INR 2500 - Model United Nations - (I) 3 credits This course is designed to provide an understanding of international political, economic, and social systems. The course integrates the basic concepts of International Relations with an orientation to the functions and processes of the United Nations. This course will include current events, pressing international issues, the basics of international law and some of the protocol and procedures of diplomacy. All of this will assist students in preparing for their role as a diplomat at the National Model United Nations conference at Harvard University.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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ISC 1001C - Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science I 3 credits Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level computation and communication. Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science is designed to provide a broad foundation in science for non-science 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.
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ISC 3120 - Scientific Process (FGCU course) 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 and historical science; hypothesis generation and testing; experimental design; construction of a research proposal; composition of a scientific paper; oral presentation; and critical review.
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ISM 2200C - Applied Business Analytics 3 credits Prerequisites: CGS 1100 with a grade of ”C” or better This course provides a foundation for students to understand and apply the core principles and tools of a relational database. This combination of knowledge and skills will allow students to create tables, manage data within those tables, and create customized reports derived from data stored in relational databases.
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ISM 3004 - Information Resources Management for Business 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean 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.
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ISM 3113 - Systems Analysis and Design 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course introduces the analysis, design, implementation and operation of information systems. The course contrasts different approaches to analyzing information systems’ needs and the steps required to design and implement the system. User interface design, databases, reporting and interaction with internal, external and legacy systems are analyzed. Topics on cost/benefit analysis, outsourcing, security, training, case tools and life cycle of new or replacement systems are covered.
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ISM 4153 - Enterprise Information Systems 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , and three semester hours of college level mathematics (all completed with a grade of “C” or better); or permission from the appropriate academic dean 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 focuses on case studies, projects, and group interactions 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.
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ISM 4323 - Information Security Policy Administration 3 credits Prerequisites: MAN 2021 Information security policy administration examines the managerial aspects of information security policy and risk mitigation. Policy development includes security management planning, risk management, disaster recovery, data security, virus management, and personnel issues. Risk mitigation includes the ability to analyze risk, evaluate costs, and determine appropriate action. Examples for information security management issues, practices and applications are presented.
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ISM 4480 - Principles of Electronic Commerce 3 credits This course is designed to familiarize students with management approaches to effectively define and implement e-commerce systems. The course addresses the digital economy, e-commerce strategy, marketing, e-commerce models, and management and regulatory issues.
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ISS 2153 - Introduction to Popular Culture 3 credits This course is intended to encourage students to think crucially and analytically about various aspects of popular culture. Popular culture consumption is major American pastime, and popular culture industries rely on cultural context to stimulate consumption. Students will examine popular culture trends and tropes with reference to the cultural context in which they were produced to understand the manner in which issues of race, gender, class, and other social identities were and are refracted through these products.
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ISS 2230 - Politics of Indigenous Identity in Latin America - (I) 3 credits This course is intended as an introduction to the indigenous people of Latin America, to their political movements and to the evolution of indigenous political identity in the region. In this course, students will examine the enormous diversity in culture, language, religion, and politics of Latin America’s native people.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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ITA 1120 - Elementary Italian I - (I) 4 credits Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level communication, or permission from the instructor. This course is for beginners or for those with one year of high school Italian. This course is a study of the language and the culture with emphasis on communication in the target language.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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ITA 1121 - Elementary Italian II - (I) 4 credits Prerequisites: ITA 1120 This course is for beginners or those with one year of high school Italian. This course is a study of he language and the culture with emphasis on communication in the target language.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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JOU 1100 - Basic Reporting 3 credits This course introduces the journalism profession with emphasis on the practical techniques and ethics of writing news for the modern mass media environment.
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JOU 1103 - News-writing, Reporting, Editing 3 credits Prerequisites: JOU 1100 - Basic Reporting with a grade of “C” or better News-writing and reporting skills for newspapers. Additional topics in this course will include feature writing and editing.
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JOU 1312 - Sports Reporting 3 credits Prerequisites: JOU 1100 - Basic Reporting with a grade of “C” or better Instruction and practice in reporting sports with special emphasis on game coverage and interviewing techniques. Includes sidebar advances and press conference coverage, as well as instruction and practice in live blogging and tweeting of sports. Instruction and practice writing game and team features, as well as reported features about off-the-field sports issues.
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JOU 1949 - Journalism Internship I 3 credits Prerequisites: 6 credit hours of discipline specific coursework (course in the 1000 or 2000 levels with prefixes JOU, MMC, or SPC), each completed with a grade of “C” or better; 15 completed program hours (in AA General Education) or permission of Dean This course offers a cooperative program between Florida SouthWestern State College, students, and local employers. This course requires verified work hours and a written summary report at the end of the work experience.
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LAE 3314 - Teaching Language Arts in Elementary School 3 credits Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education; ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , 3 credits of college-level mathematics, EDG 3620 , EDG 3410 , and EDG 4004 all with a grade of “C” or better Through this course the teacher candidate will examine the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching Languague Arts to the elementary student. The course will focus on developmentally appropriate effective instructional strategies for the elementary learner. Multiple methods of instruction will be explored including inquiry, scientific process, content area literacy, and cooperative learning experiences. The course will be inclusive of state standards, subject matter competencies, appropriate pedagogy, and assessment procedures. 15 hours of field experience is required with this course.
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LAE 3332 - Applied Linguistics for Teachers 3 credits Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates with contemporary approaches to English linguistics as taught in Florida public secondary schools. In this course teacher candidates will examine English language grammar, usage, dialectology, diction, vocabulary development, semantics and lexicography. The linguistic content will be related to contemporary theories of teaching and learning in addition to theories of language acquisition.
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LAE 3333 - Teaching Composition 3 credits Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach writing to middle grades learners. This course will explore the connections between the form and content of compositions. Teacher candidates will engage in writing workshop seminars to develop their own writing as well as prepare writing workshop lessons for middle grades learners. Teacher candidates will integrate instruction in writing with literature and grammar.
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LAE 4416 - Children’s Literature 3 credits Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education; RED 4012 with a grade of “C” or better: prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of College Level Mathematics; or permission fro the appropriate Dean. This course covers the principles, strategies, and methods for creating an effective learning environment that encourages positive social interaction and communication among members of the learning community. The course emphasizes attitudes, language patterns, values, and behaviors for eliciting and maintaining student learning as well as on-task
behaviors. The course also includes methods and strategies for consulting with other school professionals and parents. The teacher candidates will also learn classroom management skills specifically for English Language Learners (ELL) and students with exceptionalities (ESE). Teacher candidates will complete 15 hours of foundation level field experience during
this course.
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LAE 4464 - Adolescent Literature 3 credits Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the School of Education; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course is designed to expose teacher candidates to a survey of literature appealing to adolescents including Young Adult (YA) literature. Teacher candidates will survey classics and contemporary works used in language arts classes (grades 5-9). Topics may include Mythology, Classical Literature, World Masterpieces, Contemporary Literature, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, and Graphic Novels. Teacher candidates will design instruction with YA literature as a centerpiece for developing the five strands of the language arts. Issues of censorship will be addressed.
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LAE 4940 - Internship in Middle Grades Language Arts 12 credits Prerequisites: Successful completion of all other coursework in the B.S. in Middle Grades Education program of studies; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean Required: This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area 5-9 language arts classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. The internship requires 15 weeks in a 5-9 classroom for the duration of the mentor teacher’s contracted day.
This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area 5-9 language arts classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. Guided by the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, ESOL Performance Standards, ESOL K-12 Competencies and Skills, and Reading competencies, 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 5-9 school settings and continually revise their classroom instruction and management through a cycle of reflective practice. Teacher candidates will participate in a series of required mandatory seminars at Florida SouthWestern State College.
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LAS 2140 - Arts & Cultures of Latin America & the Caribbean - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level communication. This course is intended as a multidisciplinary introduction to the various peoples, cultures and countries that make up Latin America, the Caribbean, and their boundary transcending diasporic communities. Through analyses of various modes of creative expression that have emerged from the region, students will get an overview of the significant cultural production of these societies. A broad range of subjects gives students a solid foundation grounded in identifying and understanding the comparative complexities from among the predominant cultural traditions in the regions. As a result of completing this course students will also demonstrate their grasp of concepts such as creolization, mestizaje, assimilation, issues surrounding identity and migration patterns over the centuries. This writing-intensive course requires a minimum of 4,000 words across multiple college-level, faculty-evaluated written assignments. If completed with a “C” or better, this course will be counted toward partial fulfillment of the Writing Intensive course requirements.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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LIN 1670 - Basic English Grammar 1 credit Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level communication. A course 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 writing intensive courses who could benefit from more concentrated grammar review. The course also provides transfer students with a one-hour course that would help them meet the composition requirement for Florida SouthWestern State College’s general education program. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.
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LIS 2004 - Internet for College Research 1 credit 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.
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LIT 2000 - Introduction to Literature - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 Composition I with a grade of “C” or better A survey of literature across a variety of genres, historical periods, and cultures. This course examines the important role literary works have played in shaping individuals’ lives as well as their cultural and ideological influences on society. This course also provides students with a foundation for reading critically and writing about literature as well as for planning, researching, and organizing critical essays. This is a writing intensive course that requires a minimum of 4,000 words and must be passed with at least a “C”.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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LIT 2090 - Contemporary Literature- (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better 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 the end of World War II.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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LIT 2110 - World Literature I - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better 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
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LIT 2120 - World Literature II - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better 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
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LIT 2201 - Special Topics in Literature - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better This course offers a focused exploration of a significant genre of literature, such as Southern Literature, Science Fiction, Religious Texts, Apocalyptic Literature, Gothic Literature, Detective Fiction, or Children’s Literature. The course may be repeated for credit each time the topic is changed (up to a maximum of 6 credit hours).
This writing-intensive course requires a minimum of 4,000 words across multiple college-level, faculty-evaluated written assignments. If completed with a “C” or better, this course will be counted toward partial fulfillment of the Writing Intensive course requirements.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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LIT 2380 - Introduction to Women in Literature - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better This course surveys the development of the tradition of literature by women in English from the medieval period to the present. Students will read works from various genres which both portray women and are written by women; students will think critically and examine images of women and their roles in society from historical and cross-national perspectives within those works, and students will analyze selected works in women’s literature itself to communicate and articulate a better understanding of that literary tradition. This course also provides students with a foundation for reading critically through the analysis of and writing about the literature of women as well by researching and organizing critical essays.
This writing-intensive course requires a minimum of 4,000 words across multiple college-level, faculty-evaluated written assignments. If completed with a “C” or better, this course will be counted toward partial fulfillment of the Writing Intensive course requirements.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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LIT 2930 - Special Topics in Literature - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 with a grade of “C” or better This course offers a focused exploration of a significant genre of literature, such as Southern Literature, Science Fiction, Religious Texts, Apocalyptic Literature, Gothic Literature, Detective Fiction, or Children’s Literature. The course may be repeated for Credit each time the topic is changed (up to a maximum of 6 credit hours). This Course is writing intensive and counts as a humanities general education course.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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MAC 1105 - College Algebra 3 credits Prerequisites: Testing, or (MAT 0057 with a grade of “A”), or (MAT 1033 with a grade of “C” or better), or (MGF 1106 with a grade of “B” or better), or (MGF 1107 with a grade of “B” or better). Topics include linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphing and applications are emphasized. Credit is not given for both MAC 1105 and MAC 1106 . If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 1106 - Combined College Algebra/Pre-Calculus 4 credits Prerequisites: Testing, or (MAT 1033 with a grade of a “B” or better). Major topics of this course include: functions and relations including domain and range, operations on functions, inverse functions, polynomial, rational, and other algebraic functions, their properties and graphs; polynomials, absolute value, rational equations and inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions, their properties and graphs; solving systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, determinants, 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 applications. Credit is not given for both MAC 1106 and MAC 1105 , or for both MAC 1106 and MAC 1140 . If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 1114 - Trigonometry 4 credits Prerequisites: Testing, or (MAC 1105 or MAC 1106 ) with a grade of “C” or better. 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. (May be taken concurrently with MAC 1140 .) Credit is not given for both MAC 1114 and MAC 1147 . If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 1140 - Pre-Calculus Algebra 3 credits Prerequisites: 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. Credit is not given for both MAC 1140 and MAC 1106 , or for both MAC 1140 and MAC 1147 . If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 1147 - Pre-Calculus Algebra/Trigonometry 5 credits Prerequisites: MAC 1105 with a minimum grade of “B”, or appropriate CLM score and high school trigonometry 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 1114 , or for both MAC 1147 and MAC 1140 .
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MAC 2233 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences I 4 credits Prerequisites: (MAC 1105 or MAC 1106 or MAC 1140 ) 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, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Major topics include the mathematics of finance, limits and continuity, differentiation and integration, and applications of these. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 2311 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I 4 credits Prerequisites: (MAC 1106 & MAC 1114 with minimum grade of “C” in each course) or (MAC 1140 & MAC 1114 with a minimum of “C” in each course) or MAC 1147 with a minimum grade of “C” or appropriate CLM & Trigonometry bypass score This course is designed for students majoring in science, mathematics, or engineering. Topics include: limits, differentiation, and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic andexponential functions and applications. This course is sequential with MAC 2312 and MAC 2313 . If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 2312 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II 4 credits Prerequisites: MAC 2311 with minimum grade of “C” or permission of instructor This course presents differentiation and integration of trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, special techniques of integration, improper integrals, sequences, infinite series, and analytic geometry in three-dimensional space. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAC 2313 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry III 4 credits Prerequisites: MAC 2312 with a minimum grade of “C” or permission of instructor This course includes study of linear systems, matrices, partial derivatives, multiple integration, line integrals, polar coordinates, and vectors in the plane. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAE 4310 - Teaching Math in Elementary School 3 credits Prerequisites: Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Dean of the school of Education; ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , 3 credits of college-level mathematics, EDG 3620 , EDG 3410 , EDG 4004 all with a grade of “C” or better Through this course the teacher candidate will examine the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching mathematics to the elementary student. The course will focus on developmentally appropriate effective instructional strategies for the elementary learner. Multiple methods of instruction will be explored including manipulatives, technology, problem solving activities, and cooperative learning experiences. The course will be inclusive of state standards, subject matter competencies, appropriate pedagogy, and assessment procedures. 20 hours of field experience is required with this course.
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MAE 4940 - Internship in Middle and Secondary Education with Mathematics Emphasis 12 credits Prerequisites: Successful completion of all other coursework in the B.S. in Secondary Education Mathematics program of studies and/or permission from the Dean of the School of Education; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean Required: The internship requires a minimum of 15 weeks in a 5-9 or 6-12 setting.
This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area 5-9 or 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 Competencies 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 students in 5-9 or 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 Florida SouthWestern State College.
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MAN 1023 - Management for Non-Profit Organizations 3 credits This course provides a foundation in the management of non-profit organizations. Topics include an overview of the activities of the non-profit sector and the unique management challenges they present. Additionally, the course covers an exploration of the similarities to for-profit ventures, including financial and personnel management, planning for new revenue sources, and adapting to changes in the macro environment.
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MAN 1949 - Management Internship I 3 credits Prerequisites: GEB 1011 and (ACG 2011 or ACG 2021 ) both with a grade of “B” or better, successful completion of 24 credit hours of program specific coursework, minimum GPA of 2.5, Internship Application, and permission of the Dean Recommended: It is recommended that students take this course near the end of their degree program. In order to register for this course, students must complete an Internship Application with the School of Business and Technology. This course is designed to provide students with basic management work experience and is a cooperative program among the college, students, and local employers. Students are responsible for locating a suitable organization in which to obtain this work experience. Students will complete 75 hours of supervised work with an approved internship sponsor. Students are required to submit verification of hours worked and provide a written summary report to the professor at the end of the internship.
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MAN 2021 - Management Principles 3 credits 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. Leadership and motivational techniques plus organizational structure are also covered.
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MAN 2582 - Principles of Project Management 3 credits This course covers the skills to complete projects on time and within budget and the entire project life cycle from initiation and planning through execution, acceptance, support and closure. This is an introductory course in project management concepts, designed to prepare students to utilize project management techniques in the workplace. The course will prepare the student for further study in project management and related areas. The course will pay particular attention to the nine functional areas of project: scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communication, risk, procurement, and integration and their relationship to initiation, planning, execution, controlling, and closing. Students should have computer literacy.
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MAN 3046 - Leadership and Team Development 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course is an in-depth study of self-directed work teams and the team processes in the work setting. The course focuses on the leadership of teams for effective performance and member satisfaction. The course also addresses the attitudes, behaviors, and idiosyncrasies of team members.
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MAN 3081 - Introduction to E-Business 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , and 3 semester hours of college level mathematics This course is a survey of the various types of e-business and their economic, financial, accounting, ethical, legal and regulatory implications. The course will examine the impact of e-businesses on major traditional industries and examine how to build models leading to profitable businesses.
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MAN 3120 - Organizational Behavior and Leadership 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean 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; organizational change; and teambuilding.
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MAN 3301 - Human Resources Management 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course analyzes modern methods and theories in human resources management personnel administration. Topics include: recruitment, promotion, performance evaluation, dismissal, and training. Staffing strategy, benefits and relevant regulation are also covered.
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MAN 3303 - Leadership and Management Practices 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course consists of a comprehensive study of the contrasting theories 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 the development of the student’s leadership and management competencies.
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MAN 3641 - Organizational Research 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course introduces students to basic research paradigms to enable them use and evaluate appropriate research tools, approaches, and methods in data collection and analysis. In addition, students use critical thinking to aid in drawing conclusions from data collected and in interpreting research outcomes in a given organizational scenario. Ethical concepts relating to the research process are emphasized.
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MAN 3864 - Managing a Family Business 3 credits Prerequisites: ENT 3003 Entrepreneurship I with a grade of “C” or better; and 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; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean AND ENT 3003 Entrepreneurship I This course addresses the special issues facing family owned and managed firms. It further provides an appreciation for the dynamics in such firms and examines how to cultivate appropriate professional managers in such organizations.
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MAN 3949 - Management Internship II 3 credits Prerequisites: (GEB 1949 or MAN 1949 ) and MAN 2021 , both with a grade of “B” or better, 12 credit hours of upper-level ACG, ENT, FIN, ISM, MAN, MAR, MNA, AND/OR PAD coursework, minimum GPA of 2.5, Internship Application, and permission of the Dean. Students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics, or permission from the appropriate academic Dean. Recommended: It is recommended that students take this course near the end of their degree program. In order to register for this course, students must complete an internship application with the School of Business and Technology. This course builds upon the experience learned in MAN 1949 ; it is designed to provide students with advanced management work experience and is a cooperative program among the college, students, and local employers. Students are responsible for locating a suitable organization in which to obtain this work experience. Students will complete 75 hours of supervised work with an approved internship sponsor. Students are required to submit verification of hours worked and provide a written summary report to the professor at the end of the internship.
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MAN 4113 - Understanding and Managing Diversity - (I) 3 credits Prerequisites: ENC 1101 , ENC 1102 , and 3 semester hours of college level mathematics This course examines, from a management perspective, mining the value in the vast similarities and dissimilarities that accrue to today’s workforce as a result of differences in individual backgrounds, abilities, socio-economic standing, gender, educational attainment, culture, religion, age, and other differentiating factors. Emerging styles of leadership among people of diverse backgrounds are explored as solutions, not as problems.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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MAN 4402 - Employment Laws and Regulations for Human Resources 3 credits Prerequisites: Restricted to students with majors in Public Safety Administration or Supervision and Management; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This course analyzes the federal and state regulation of the employment relationship, including wage and hour laws; EEO; and Affirmative Action programs. Students will address human resource issues such as: employee benefits, insurance, workers’ compensation, safety, health, employees’ personal rights and collective bargaining legislation.
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MAN 4570 - Retail Logistics Management 3 credits Prerequisites: 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; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean. This course focuses on managing the retail organization’s logistics and the supply chain relationships that provide a competitive advantage in the retail environment. Competencies are built around retail inventory and logistics management processes and methods used to keep track of inventory. Topics include methods for forecasting needs, ordering, buying, shipping, receiving, tracking inventory, retail turnover, product performance, reducing shrinkage, and inventory storage.
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MAN 4701 - Business Ethics and Society 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean 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.
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MAN 4720 - Strategic Management and Organizational Policy 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean 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, determination and development of organizational direction, development of organizational strategy, strategic evaluation and control, and ethical strategies.
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MAN 4723 - Strategic Management Capstone 3 credts Prerequisites: 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; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean. Course must be taken in the last term and must be taken at FSW. This course examines strategic management from three different perspectives of analyzing an existing strategy, formulating a new strategy based on changes internally and externally in the market and third in implementing that new strategy. The course also provides a capstone experience by examining and finding alternative solutions for an existing business issue or for capturing a business opportunity with the use of concepts and knowledge gained in the prior courses taken in this degree program. The course will also include a business simulation, with teams leading a global business enterprise as a group member of the leadership team making over fifty business decisions in all functions weekly.
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MAN 4915 - Management Capstone 3 credits Prerequisites: This course is intended to be for the last term. Students must be eligible to graduate the term they enroll in MAN 4915 ; and 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean This capstone course will provide the opportunity for students to demonstrate they have learned the concepts from the program and can apply them in the real world. It provides the student the opportunity to develop a plan to solve a problem dealing with management and organizational leadership issues of today. 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 preceding courses in this degree program.
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MAP 2302 - Differential Equations I 4 credits Prerequisites: MAC 2312 with a minimum grade of “C” This course presents methods for finding solutions of first-order equations and some higher-order equations, the use of Laplace transforms, and finding non-linear solutions. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MAR 2011 - Marketing 3 credits 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. The consumer purchase decision process, product life cycle, and ethical behavior in marketing are also key elements.
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MAR 2644 - Data Based Marketing 3 credits This course provides a foundation for students to understand the core principles and tool of digital analytics and methods to improve business performance through digital measurement of sales, marketing or other business data.
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MAR 3231 - Retailing Management I 3 credits Prerequisites: 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; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean. This course examines retail management fundamentals which provide an overview of key retail strategies, supervision and management responsibilities. Topics include retailing principles, Global retailing concepts, e-tailing, retail theories, decision-making, team development, motivation and reward strategies, driving sales and enhancing the customer experience, and career opportunities in retail.
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MAR 3232 - Retailing Management II 3 credits Prerequisites: 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; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean. This course examines both retail management fundamentals and applied leadership activities that focus on maximizing store profits by developing and maintaining an effective retail value chain. Experiential learning, case studies, and individual projects will focus on strategic planning, forecasting staffing needs, utilizing Key Performance Indicators, controlling costs, managing inventory and in-stocks, loss prevention and shrinkage, store layout and design, location, organizational culture, and facility management.
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MAR 3802 - Marketing for Managers 3 credits Prerequisites: 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 - Composition I , ENC 1102 - Composition II , and three semester hours of college level mathematics; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean 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.
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MAR 3860 - Salesmanship and Customer Relationship Management 3 credits Prerequisites: 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; or permission from the appropriate academic Dean. This course is focused on the retail customer experience via understanding buyer behavior, the buying process, and various selling models through Omnichannel approaches. Topics include the concepts of both market and customer segmentation, identifying the target market customer, the examination of service and selling models in various retail industry types, building and maintaining customer relationships, store branding, and designing and using customer surveys to identify needs and gaps in the CRM strategy.
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MAT 1033 - Intermediate Algebra 4 credits Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level computation, or MAT 0057 with a grade of “C” or better. 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 foundation for higher level math.
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MAT 1100 - Mathematical Literacy for College Students 4 credits Prerequisites: Demonstration of readiness for college-level computation, or MAT 0057 with a grade of “C” or better. This course reinforces elementary algebra and quantitative reasoning skills and introduces basic statistical concepts through data analysis in preparation for college-level statistics and liberal arts mathematics. Topics include, but are not limited to, ratios, proportions, scaling, dimensional analysis, modeling with equations and inequalities, tables, graphs, linear functions, and exponential functions. Written and verbal communication skills will be emphasized along with critical thinking. Students who complete this course will be prepared to enroll in STA 2023 , MGF 1106 and/or MGF 1107 . However, students who have completed this course are not eligible to enroll in MAC 1105 without meeting other prerequisites.
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MCB 2010C - Microbiology 4 credits Prerequisites: Minimum grade of “C” in (BSC 1010 and BSC 1010L ) or minimum grade of “C” in BSC 1085C or BSC 1093C This combined lecture and laboratory course is an introduction to Microbiology. It expands upon general biological concepts including: inorganic and organic chemistry, biochemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, and genetic mechanisms. These concepts are applied to the morphology, physiology, biochemistry, and genetic mechanisms of microorganisms. The course includes a survey of the representative types of microorganisms and the role of pathogenic microorganisms in causing diseases and infections.
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MGF 1106 - Mathematics for Liberal Arts I 3 credits Prerequisites: MAT 0057 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1100 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1033 (or higher) with a “C” or better, or demonstration of readiness for college-level computation. This course is intended to introduce the beauty and utility of mathematics to the general student population. Topics include systematic counting, probability, statistics, geometry, sets, and logic. This course is designed for those students whose majors do not require the technical mathematics sequence. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement. The geometry component of this course should meet the requirements of 6a-5.066(3)1, Florida Administrative Rules, for Education majors. It will enable the teacher to support the instruction of geometry and measurement as listed by the Sunshine State Standards. Credit is not given for both MGF 1106 and MGF 1113.
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MGF 1107 - Mathematics for Liberal Arts II 3 credits Prerequisites: MAT 0057 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1100 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1033 (or higher) with a “C” or better, or demonstration of readiness for college-level computation. This course is intended to present topics which demonstrate the beauty and utility of mathematics to the general student population. Topics include management science, linear and exponential growth, numbers and number systems, history of mathematics, elementary number theory, voting techniques and graph theory. This course is designed for those students whose majors do not require the technical mathematics sequence. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
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MGF 1108 - Honors Mathematical Ideas & Explorations 3 credits Prerequisites: MAT 0057 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1100 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1033 (or higher) with a “C” or better, or demonstration of readiness for college-level computation, AND (acceptance into the Honors Scholar Program or Dean Approval). This course is intended to introduce the beauty and utility of mathematics to students in the Honors Scholar Program. The course will involve problem-based learning about topics that cross disciplines. These topics include probability, statistics, modeling, and mathematical connections with music, art, architecture, nature and/or the business world. Critical thinking , problem solving strategies and appropriate use of technology will be used throughout the course
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MGF 1113 - Mathematics for Teachers 3 credits Prerequisites: MAT 0057 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1100 with a “C” or better, or MAT 1033 (or higher) with a “C” or better, or demonstration of readiness for college-level computation. This course will help students to achieve the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum standards for grades K-5. Mathematical reasoning, problem solving, geometrical concepts, and connections are a central focus in this course. This course provides an introduction to problem-solving, sets and numeration, whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, geometric shapes, and measurement and geometry. Credit is not given for both MGF 1113 and MGF 1106.
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MHF 2191 - Mathematical Foundations 3 credits Prerequisites: MAC 2312 with minimum grade of “C” This course is an introduction to axiomatic systems and techniques of proof, in preparation for study of upper-level mathematics. Emphasis is on preparing the student to read and write mathematical proofs, and to work with abstract definitions and axioms. It is a core requirement for the Secondary Education in Mathematics Degree. It is intended to provide the future mathematics teacher with in-depth background knowledge.
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MKA 1161 - Introduction to Customer Service 3 credits This course provides the student with the basic concepts and current trends in the customer service industry. Through actual case studies, the students analyze customer service strategies.
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MKA 2701 - Visual Infomatics 3 credits Prerequisites: CGS 2511 - Advanced Spreadsheet Computing with a grade of “C” or better This course is designed to allow students to implement the important concepts and techniques used to move from simple to complex visualizations of business data. This is a course in applied data collection and presentation.
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MMC 1000 - Survey of Mass Communication 3 credits This is a course in developing media literacy skills. This introduction to mass communication is designed to provide an overview of American mass media, including historical, social, cultural, economic, political, and ethical perspectives. Discussions cover the structure and organization of the major media–print, television, film, music, radio, and Internet–and include an examination of how industries and institutions of mass media affect our daily lives. Students are encouraged to think critically about mass media, their effects, the forces that shape them, and the consumer’s vulnerability to and power over media.
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MTB 1103 - Business Mathematics 3 credits This basic business mathematics course involves the study of fractions, decimals, and percents, and their business applications related to discounting, retail mathematics, and business statistics. Emphasis is also placed on simple interest and the time value of money using compound interest, annuities, and amortization.
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MTB 1308 - TI Graphing Calculators 1 credit This is an introductory course in using the Texas Instrument graphing calculators currently approved by the Mathematics Department. No previous knowledge of the calculator is expected or required. This course is especially appropriate for those who wish to take advantage of the advanced features of the TI Series calculators. This course may be offered as a workshop or in a distance learning format.
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MTG 2206 - College Geometry 3 credits Prerequisites: MAC 2311 with minimum grade of “C” This is a college geometry course emphasizing Euclidean Geometry and its relationship to logic, trigonometry from a right triangle perspective, and coordinate geometry. This course is intended to prepare students for upper level mathematics courses needed to meet the requirements for middle grades and secondary mathematics education degrees and for baccalaureate mathematics degrees.
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MUC 2601 - Introduction to Songwriting 2 credits Prerequisites: MUT 1111 or MUT 1001 with a grade of “C” or better or by Theory Assessment on a case-by-case basis. The craft and techniques of commercial songwriting. Through song analysis and construction, students will take a step-by-step approach in organizing the creative elements for song building, performing and demo recording. The discipline and business procedures of the profession of songwriting will also be explored.
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MUE 1440 - String Techniques 1 credit This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone production, literature, reading and transposition applicable to string instruments.
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MUE 1450 - Woodwind Techniques 1 credit This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone production, literature, reading and transposition applicable to woodwind instruments.
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MUE 1460 - Brass Techniques 1 credit This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone production, literature, reading and transposition applicable to brass instruments.
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MUE 1470 - Percussion Techniques 1 credit This course presents basic principles and techniques of tone production, literature, reading and transposition applicable to percussion instruments.
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MUH 2018 - Jazz History and Appreciation 3 credits This course introduces jazz styles from a historical perspective. Lectures highlight the general characteristics of various jazz styles and artists and focus on listening skills which aid in an appreciation of jazz.
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MUH 2513 - Introduction to World Music - (I) 3 credits This course explores a variety of non-western musical styles found in cultural, social and/or political context. Students will be introduced to specific music traditions and will learn to write critically about music as it relates to society and culture. The course will examine music traditions from various parts of the world including Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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MUL 1010 - Music Appreciation - (I) 3 credits This course covers the materials, literature and practices of music, and consideration of its aesthetic purposes and social function. Development of listening skills and criteria of judgment are also presented.
(I) International or Diversity Focus
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