ASL110M - American Sign Language I American Sign Language I is an introductory course that provides non-native signers with the opportunity to study American Sign Language. Emphasis will be on the development of visual receptive and expressive skills necessary for effective communication with the deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Through a variety of classroom experiences, students will learn to recognize and produce both manual and non-manual behaviors that reflect an understanding of the language’s grammatical, semantic, spatial and cultural frameworks. (Fulfills Foreign Language requirement.)

TCHE230M - Teaching Learning and Assessment This course will provide students with an in-depth study of the application of educational practices and pedagogical theory necessary to succeed as classroom teachers. Students will explore various instructional strategies, learning theories, and assessment methods that are essential for fostering academic growth and meeting the diverse needs of students. Focus will be on understanding the context in which teaching and learning occurs, assessment methods, and data driven decision making for curriculum planning and effective teaching strategies. The concepts presented will enhance and build upon material from prior courses. Students will incorporate current research and instructional strategies into their teaching repertoire. Students will complete a service-learning project, incorporating at least 10 hours of service in a school setting. Prerequisites: C- or better in TCHE215M and TCHE225M

WELD112M - Gas and Arc Welding Theory This course will allow students to explore how metals are produced, as well as the advantages of different steel making processes. Chemical, physical and mechanical properties of common metals, the operating principles of gas and arc welding and cutting equipment will be presented. An explanation of how electrodes are made, their uses, differences and numbering system will be explained. Gas and arc welding processes are identified and methods of controlling are explained. Basic joints and processes are explained.

BIOL210M - General Microbiology This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of medical microbiology. Topics covered include: the nature and behavior of microorganisms; principles of growth and reproduction of microorganisms; identification of microorganisms using staining, pure culture, biochemical and antigenic techniques; and the epidemiology, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, and appropriate control measures for microbial diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and helminthes. Prerequisite: successful completion (grade “C” or better) of BIOL110M or BIOL108M, and ENGL110M

MATH145XM - Quantitative Reasoning - Corequisite

GDES210M - History of Graphic Design Will focus on the many accomplishments of notable contributors to the development of graphic design throughout history. Major innovations and trends of visual communication will be explored through the centuries, into the present with an eye on the future. Readings, research, videos and projects, will lead students to know and appreciate notable designers and their importance to visual communication. From the birth of visual messages and early bookmaking to the printed word and multi-media/web design, the phases of visual communication history will connect the past to the present. Prerequisites: None

ENGL110XM - College Composition I - Corequisite College Composition I introduces students to the practice of academic writing and research. A review of critical reading and thinking skills is included as an essential foundation to academic understanding and inquiry. Students conduct intensive research on a contemporary problem, grounding themselves in its context, causes, and possible solutions to produce a documented Central Course Essay. Research methods covered include locating, integrating, and citing source materials as well as appropriate use of quotes, paraphrases, and summaries. Basic information literacy skills such as evaluating sources for credibility and identifying mis/dis/mal-information, particularly in online materials, are emphasized. Writing is approached as an iterative process that engages various stages and employs a variety of rhetorical approaches to produce a polished final essay. Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 110XM or completion of ENGL 095M with a grade of C or better. College Composition I – Corequisite provides additional support to students who need to build stronger foundational skills through mandatory additional class time. Corequisite support may be any combination of additional instruction; application of reading, writing, and research skills; and one-on-one support from the instructor.

BUS110M - Introduction to Business This is an introductory course designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the structures and operations of business and an awareness of social and ethical responsibility as it relates to the environment, consumers, employees, and investors. An appreciation of the global economy will also be explored.

MATH170M - Discrete Mathematics This course provides a mathematical foundation for the understanding of set theory, abstraction, and formal proofs. Topics include sets, subsets and its operations, logic, counting, Boolean algebras, induction, groups, discrete functions, recursion, graphs, trees, and the study of algorithms. Prerequisite: MATH155M (previous MATH141M) with C or better, placement score, or permission of instructor. Offered spring semester only.

ENGL213M - Creative Writing In this course, students will learn and practice the techniques of creative writing using a combination of lecture, writing exercises, and workshops. Through the use of the writing process, students will produce finished works of fiction and poetry exploring and incorporating elements such as point of view, dialog, characterization, setting, imagery, and poetic form and structure. Course readings will be used for discussion, inspiration, and idea development. Peer review and instructor feedback constitute a significant component of the course. Prerequisites: ENGL 109M or ENGL110M. (Fulfills English or Humanities requirement.)