ASTR 1514 – General Astronomy with Lab

This course will fulfill the general education requirement for Physical Science (with laboratory). The student will be introduced to modern astronomy. Concepts to be studied include the solar system, the sun and stars, galaxies (including the Milky Way Galaxy), and current theories of the origin, evolution, and fate of the universe. Laboratory exercises will explore basic physical principles related to Astronomy as well as activities with specific astronomical applications. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement.

Prerequisites: Math 0203 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 4

BIO 1114 – General Biology (Non Majors)

An introductory lab-based course that is designed to provide non-biological science major with the necessary background needed to effectively understand scientific information. Students investigate the properties of life to include: organization, energy use, evolution, maintenance of homeostasis, reproduction, growth, and development. Ecological concepts are discussed which enables students to have a better understanding regarding the impact that humans have on the natural world. Laboratory work is an integral and required part of this course.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 0103 or adequate math placement.

Credits: 4

CHEM 1115 – General Chemistry I

This course is designed for science and engineering majors. The course covers nomenclature, atomic and molecular structure, stoichiometry, acid/base and other aqueous reactions, states of matter, phase changes, gas laws, and an introduction to thermochemistry. Laboratory experience is an integral part of the course.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 1483 or MATH 1533, or both MATH 0313 and High School Chemistry or CHEM 1123.

Credits: 5

COM 2213 – Intro to Public Speaking

Given the principles of effective listening and speaking, the student will assimilate those skills into his or her physical and psychological worlds. After being exposed to public, business and professional speaking, the student will apply the principles of invention, organization, style, and delivery through practical exercises and will use the principles of rhetorical criticism in discussing speeches delivered in class.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate placement score

Credits: 3

HUM – Humanities Elective

Humanities elective

Credits: 3

PREED ELEC – Pre-Education Electives

Students should choose 15-16 hours from the Pre-Education electives to be chosen based on university student plans to transfer to; students need to meet with advisor regarding selection of electives: MATH 2023; MATH 2213; GEOL 1064; PHYS 1114; CHEM 1115; ASTR 1514; HIST 1483/1493; SPAN 1115; SPAN 1225; FREN 1115; FREN 1225; GRMN 1115; GRMN 1225; PSY 2403; PSY 1113; SOC 1113; BIO 1023

Credits: 15-16

ENGL 1113 – English Composition I

The student will write well-developed compositions which demonstrate the principles of unity, coherence, and organization and which contain specific details and vivid language. The students will locate library material and incorporate researched materials into compositions.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

ENGL 1213 – English Composition II

In this advanced writing course, students will create essays that explore and evaluate a variety of issues and perspectives suggested by fiction, poetry, drama, essays, and other types of cultural texts. Students will refine and augment the writing techniques they learned in ENGL 1113 or ENGL 1103 to develop well- reasoned, well-structured arguments in a clear, fluid, and engaging prose style.

Prerequisites: ENGL 1103 or ENGL 1113 taken within the last year, with strong encouragement for immediate continuation.

Credits: 3

ENGL 2123 – Introduction to Literature

This course is a study of literary forms and genres, including short story, poetry, drama, and novels. Students will be introduced to literary terminology, critical theories, and a diversity of authors and literary styles. Through various assignments, written and/or oral, students will demonstrate their ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret literary forms.

Prerequisites: Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 1213

Credits: 3

GEOG 2603 – World Regional Geography

The student will examine the world’s major cultural regions and determine the relationship between the physical environment and economic, social and political conditions.

Prerequisites: None

Credits: 3

GEOL 1064 – Earth Science

Students will demonstrate their understanding of an overview of the earth sciences. The student will study the areas of astronomy, meteorology, climatology and oceanography, with the major concentration on the study of geologic principles.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures and MATH 0203 or adequate math placement.

Credits: 4

HIST 1483 – U.S. History to 1877

After analyzing events in American history from 1400 to 1877 in such areas as revolution, geographic and social mobility, political reform, government precedents and war, students will be able to identify patterns of present day mobility, describe governmental operations in their society and help resolve conflict in society based on the student’s search for change, precedents, and conflict in the American past. A general education requirement.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

HIST 1493 – U.S. History 1877 to Present

After analyzing events in American history from 1877 to the present in such areas as geographic and social mobility, political reform, government precedents and war, students will be able to identify patterns of present day mobility, describe governmental operations in their society and help resolve conflict in society based on the student’s search for change, precedents, and conflict in the American past. A general education requirement.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

MATH 1483 – Functions and Modeling

The student will demonstrate: an understanding of the general concepts of relation and function and
specifically of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; the ability to solve systems of
equations by utilizing matrices and determinants; and, the ability to solve practical problems using
algebraic and digital techniques.

Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

MATH 1503 – Contemporary Mathematics

A study of the mathematics needed for critical evaluation of quantitative information and arguments (including logic, critical appraisal of graphs and tables); use of simple mathematical models, and an introduction to elementary statistics.

Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement. Pre or Co-requisite ENGL 0203

Credits: 3

MATH 2013 – Introduction to Statistics

The student will solve problems applying the concepts of random sampling, elementary probability, testing hypotheses, descriptive measures, chi-square, regression and correlation, and analysis of variance.

Prerequisites: MATH 0313 or adequate math placement; ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

PHYS 1014 – Physical Science

Students will develop an appreciation for concepts, methods, and applications of the natural sciences in their everyday lives. Students will be able to demonstrate their familiarity with some of the basic principles of chemistry, physics, geology, astronomy, and other physical sciences by (1) indicating how disciplines can work together in the solution of common problems (2) utilizing physical science methods in their daily lives, describing physical phenomena and predicting the results of common occurrences, and (3) demonstrating the ability to utilize scientific methodologies in a laboratory setting.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures and MATH 0203 or adequate math placement.

Credits: 4

POLSC 1113 – American Federal Government

A study of the principles, structure, processes and functions of the United States federal government.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

PSY 1113 – General Psychology

A survey of the major areas of study in psychology such as motivation, learning, physiology, personality, social psychology, abnormal behavior, perception, memory, cognition/thought, and treatment.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

SOC 1113 – Introduction to Sociology

The student will identify the sociological dimensions of human behavior by analyzing the concepts of society, culture, socialization, institutions, social stratification and social change.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures

Credits: 3

SCL 1001 – Success in College and Life

Students will learn best practices for academic, career, and personal success. Students will discover their individual strengths, interests, and values to create a personalized plan; select and utilize resources that are applicable to their growth and success; and engage as active and responsible members of the academic community. This course should be taken during a student’s first semester of college work at Oklahoma City Community College and is a required course in degree plans to satisfy the Life Skills requirement.

Prerequisites: ENGL 0106 or adequate reading/writing assessment scores

Credits: 1