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ENGLISH COMPOSITION
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PUBLIC SPEAKING
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INFORMATION LITERACY
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ENG 101 English Composition I
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: use appropriate grammar and syntax in written compositions; ;describe the attributes of description, narration, illustration, classification, compare/contrast methods, and analyses as they pertain to effective writing; develop a logical argument to address a topic;develop a detailed outline in preparation for writing an essay; ;write a coherent, persuasive paper that effectively supports a chosen argument; utilize feedback to refine an argument and presentation;conform to accepted rules pertaining to attribution of sources, format, and other related policies in academic writing. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in English ENG 102 English Composition II
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: interpret literary texts, discussing themes and conflicts; express personal ideas and opinions about these texts; identify and assess any cultural, political, or philosophical intents of the author; write clearly and effectively through analysis of different modes and models of literature; write essays using various rhetorical modes and expository approaches such as comparison/contrast and argumentation; identify the theme of a literary piece as well as other literary elements; effectively read a piece of literature and analyze its components in order to write a thoughtful analytical essay of that particular piece; address opposing viewpoints using evidence from the text itself as supports; write and in-depth research paper on a piece of literature, stating a thesis and supporting it with evidence from the text itself as well as other written sources about that piece or author; recognize various forms of plagiarism and be able to use the MLA format and its specific requirements for citing references. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in English |
ENG 103 Information LIteracy
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: access, evaluate and use information in an academic or work environment; develop research questions and efficiently research and find relevant information by using library resources as well as other sources; access information electronically and be able to identify information gleaned from the World Wide Web; organize information in a manner that maximizes its utility for future reference and use; apply methods of organizing verbal and visual information and be able to select appropriate methods by which to evaluate and organize information; understand how privacy and security need to be protected and be familiar with the various intellectual property rights that protect information; and understand academic integrity and learn how to create appropriately formatted citations and bibliographies. Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in English. Fulfills the TESU requirement for students who applied to TESU before July 1, 2019. Fulfills the Excelsior College requirement for students who enrolled at Excelsior before Nov. 1, 2019. COM 101 PUBLIC SPEAKING
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: plan and prepare speeches that inform, persuade, or fulfill the needs of a special occasion; use presentation aids to enhance your speeches; outline speeches in a logical and thorough fashion; conduct meaningful research on a variety of topics; analyze the audience and design speeches to reflect analysis; evaluate speeches based on a variety of verbal and non-verbal criteria; listen effectively, regardless of individual interest in the subject matter; and explain and utilize the communication process. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in English |
MATHEMATICS
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SCIENCE
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MAT 201 College Algebra
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: model and solve real world situations with quadratic expressions; make use of arithmetic, algebraic, geometric, higher order thinking, or statistical methods; represent and evaluate basic algebraic information; develop mathematical arguments using mathematical reasoning skills and logic to solve algebraic problems; use appropriate technology to enhance their own mathematical thinking understanding and solve algebraic problems and judge the reasonableness of the results; interpret algebraic models, such as formulas, graphs, tables or schematics, and draw inferences from them; and recognize the limitations of algebraic models. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category OR in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business or Mathematics MAT 202 Mathematics for Business
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate skills in calculation and rounding of whole numbers and decimals; use percentages to make computations; compute base, rate and finance charges; compute cash discounts on merchandise sales and purchases, calculate trade discounts; compute markup and markdown percentages on merchandise and calculate sales commissions; determine pay for employees ; complete a payroll register and worksheet; compute tax deductions from gross pay; calculate payroll deductions for social security; compute depreciation and book value using straight line, sum of the year digits, declining balance and units of production; compute simple interest, ordinary interest and exact interest; determine bank discounts and compound interest; and determine present value of amounts and annuities. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category OR in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business or Mathematics MAT 203 Principles of Statistics
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain the usefulness of obtaining and analyzing data for making decisions and advancing knowledge; interpret the results of data collection and critique the quality of studies based upon issues of data collection; describe the prevalence of statistics in the advancement of knowledge and will be able to intelligently learn about reports about studies that involve statistical issues; apply basic data analytical techniques to uncover patterns and truths within data sets, and will understand the primary importance of data visualization; recognize that statistical inference is only meaningful within the context of a study; explain each step within a study, such as deciding how to collect data, clean data, build appropriate models, and assess and evaluate statistical models, in determining what conclusions can be drawn; apply the basic techniques of statistical inference to data, to interpret the results of a statistical analysis using the concepts of confidence intervals or tests of significance, and to assess when particular inferential procedures are appropriate; and communicate the results of statistical analyses or quantitative findings. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category OR in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Mathematics, Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management, or Marketing |
SCI 101 Introduction to Biology
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe how the basic units of matter interact to produce the complex macromolecules that imbue living systems with the many properties that constitute the living state; understand the scientific basis for declaring the cell as the basic unit of life; understand the scientific method and develop critical thinking in seeking to solve problems; analyze the nature of the different processes involved in cell metabolism, cellular respiration, fermentation and photosynthesis; develop an understanding of the cell cycle, genetics, meiosis, the chromosomal basis of inheritance, the molecular basis of inheritance from gene to protein, and the regulation of gene expression; describe the life processes carried out by plant and animal life forms as well as human biological processes; and understand different forms of ecology and ecosystems and how they apply to life on planet earth and be able to acquire information and skills that will enable them to successfully understand more advanced concepts of biological science that encompass biology. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Biology or General Sciences SCI 102 Principles of Earth Science
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe earth’s s interior and exterior structure; identify the composition of indigenous rocks and minerals; explain how weather and erosion affect the surface of the earth; explain how earthquakes and volcanoes affect the earth’s surface and the formation of islands and mountains; apply scientific method in order to conduct scientific inquiries and data gathering with respect to various aspects of earth science; interpret data relating to earthquakes such as Richter scale readings and meteorological data such as barometer readings; identify the characteristics of various types of climates; determine whether humans have the ability to affect weather and climate on the earth’s surface for both positive and negative result. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Anthropology, Meteorology, or Oceanography SCI 103 Meteorology
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe the earth’s climate system and physical mechanisms of climate change; explain potential climate change impacts, mitigation options, and adaptation strategies; identify and assess key issues at the intersection of climate and society; and analyze and present modeled and observed climate data. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Environmental Ecology or Oceanographic Sciences |
COMPUTERS
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POLITICAL SCIENCE
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CIS 101 Introduction to Computers
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe the purpose and function of computer hardware components; analyze the appropriateness of a system for a specific task; illustrate the purpose and function of important application software; choose the best software for a specific task; define the purpose and function of system software; construe and evaluate major operating systems; depict the major telecommunications alternatives, and evaluate their suitability for a given task; compare and contrast local area networks and wide area networks; propose and evaluate solutions to data communication problems; detail and assess the development of an information system; characterize application software development; chronicle and evaluate structured methods; delineate and distinguish among the important programming languages; choose the correct computer language for the specific job; and learn about computer security, ethics, and privacy; and evaluate risks and system security. Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Computer Literacy, Computer Information Systems, Computer Information Technology, Business Administration, or Information Technology (11/16). CIS 315 Management Information Systems
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Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: recognize basic information system concepts as applied to business operations and management; identify the major components of a computer system, including hardware, software, operating systems and operating environments as they apply to information systems; evaluate, select, and use computer-based information systems from a management perspective; comprehend the interdependence and functionality of the hardware and software components of information systems and work with the MIS staff to make technical decisions design and develop basic MIS applications such as spreadsheet, database, and web development; apply the understanding of how to utilize large-scale computer applications systems to assist with business management and operations; explain the nature and importance of information systems in business; analyze business processes and their relationship to information systems; assess the impact of information systems on the success of organizations; analyze the relationships among ethical, social, and political issues raised by information systems; and analyze the impact of e-commerce and internet technology on information integration and dispersal. Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Business, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology |
POS 101 American Government
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe the role of political culture in shaping the politics of the United States; describe how the constitution serves as the foundation for all aspects of American government; delineate the nature of federalism and how a federal form of government is distinct from other models; describe the origins, powers, structure and functioning of the three major branches of government; and identify constitutional liberties and rights and describe how controversies over such issues shape much of the content of American politics. Credit recommendation: In the associate/certificate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to American Government |
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Davar Academy
CIS-101 Introduction to Computers CIS-315 Management Information Systems ENG-101 English Comp I ENG-102 English Comp II ENG-103 Information Literacy COM-101 Principles of Public Speaking POS-101 American Government MAT-201 College Algebra MAT-202 Mathematics for Business MAT-203 Principles of Statistics SCI-101 Intro to Biology SCI-103 Meteorology SCI-102 Principles of Earth Science |
TESU Equivalent
COS-101 Introduction to Computers CIS-301 Management Information Systems ENC-101 English Comp I ENC-102 English Comp II ENG-106 Information Literacy COM-209 Public Speaking POS-110 American Government MAT-121 College Algebra BUS-161 Business Math STA-201 Principles of Statistics BIO-101 Introductory Biology EAS-131 Intro to Meteorology EAS-101 General Earth Science |
COSC Equivalent
ITE-102 Introduction to Computer Science ITE-101 Management Information Systems ENG-101 English Comp I ENG-102 English Comp II COM-101 Speech Communication POL-150 American Government MAT 100 Lower Level Business Elective MAT-105 Statistics BIO-110 Biology (no lab) BIO-105 ESC-111 Earth Science |
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Gen Ed Requirement
Humanities Social Sciences/History Natural Sciences and Math Written English Information Literacy |
Davar Courses
COM 101 PHI 370 ECO 301 ECO 302 POS 101 SCI 102 SCI 103 MAT 203 MAT 201 ENG 101 ENG 102 ENG 103 |
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