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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (F = Classes offered in the Fall, S = Classes offered in the Spring, SU = Classes offered in the Summer, D = Classes offered upon Demand, O = Odd years, E = Even years)
Explanation of Course Numbers The course number indicates the degree of advancement. Generally, courses with the lowest numbers should be completed first. Lower-division courses (1000-2000) are generally considered freshman and sophomore courses. Upper-division courses (3000-4000) are generally considered junior and senior courses. Courses numbered in the 5000 series are graduate courses. Prerequisites and Recommended Courses Prerequisites are noted by bold print. Recommended courses are noted by italic print. General Education ART 1223 ART SURVEY This General Education course traces the history of art from prehistory to the present. Emphasis is on art of the western world from antiquity through the modern era. Among the topics covered are the art of Renaissance Europe, Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, as well as ways of seeing and the influence of non-Western cultures. F, S, SU ASTRO 1904 ASTRONOMY An introductory course stressing basic science and how we arrived at our present knowledge. Topics include: history of astronomy; planets; meteorites; comets; asteroids; birth, life, and death of stars; galaxies; quasars; black holes; and cosmology. Several night viewing sessions will be arranged. F, S, SU BIOL 1004 BIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS* An introduction to the concepts and methods of biology needed to understand biological issues faced by society. Upon completion of the course students will be able to apply the scientific method to problem solving and to explain natural phenomena. Students will also understand such concepts as the role of the cell in maintaining conditions essential for life. In addition, students will be able to describe the interactions between living organisms and the environment at the population, ecosystem, and biosphere levels and to identify potential impacts on society of biotechnology, world population growth, and human influences on global biogeochemical cycles. Credit for this course may not be applied to a Biological Sciences Major or Minor. F, S, SU BIOL 1013 CURRENT ISSUES IN BIOLOGY Students will be introduced to how basic knowledge of biological sciences can contribute to their growth as informed global citizens. The course focuses on biological principles that have immediate applications in our everyday lives. The course will also require that students use the knowledge they received to debate important issues, solve problems, and communicate complex issues to their peers. F, S BIOL 1054 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I Introduction to major molecular, cellular and genetic principles needed to understand the functioning of all organisms. Investigative laboratories introduce important techniques and methodologies used by modern biologists. Students will be introduced to scientific procedure, reasoning, problem solving, and reporting. Required for all biological sciences majors and minors and recommended for pre-professional and other science majors. Corequisite: BIOL 1054L. F, S
CHEM 1004 GENERAL CHEMISTRY** A survey course in general chemistry designed for students requiring a single chemistry course (of 4 hours or fewer) in their major or for students requiring a preparatory course for CHEM 1203 and CHEM 1252, General Chemistry I. Topics include measurements, atomic theory, bonding, naming /writing formulas of inorganic compounds, properties of solids/liquids/gases, energy (primarily light/heat), reactions (including balancing equations, stoichiometry, equilibrium), solutions/concentrations, and acids/bases. The laboratory is designed to fortify the understanding of the major topics of the course. No prerequisites although a minimal algebra background is helpful. F, S COMM 1263 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE Background, philosophy, and practices of theatre arts, the theory and practice of elementary principles of direction, acting, and stagecraft. All of the above will be applied to the study of American, British, and European plans representing major literary periods from classic to modern. F, S COMM 1313 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING This course provides students with an in-depth analysis of public speaking. It includes a thorough examination of the theoretical framework of public speaking and requires students to put those theories into practice. Students will build critical thinking skills by constructing their own messages and evaluating those of others. This course is designed to heighten student’s skills as well as increase their confidence as public speakers. F, S, SU COMSC 1023 COMPUTERS & INFORMATION ACCESS Introduction to computers, computer software, and the use of computers to access information for general education students. Includes an introduction to computer concepts and security, operating systems, and computer applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. F, S, SU NOTE: The course curriculum is based on the Windows operating system. Students who do not have access to a Windows computer should plan to use computers in the SWOSU computer labs whether taking this course online or face-face. COMM 2103 INTRO TO MASS COMMUNICATIONS Basic study of the nature and function of mass communication systems, their audiences, social impact, pressures, and regulations. F, S COMM 2113 WRITING FOR MASS MEDIA Introduction to writing for both print and broadcast media. Includes news, feature, editorial, and sports writing. F COMM 3573 INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION Students examine the ways that communication varies in different cultures. Kinds of differences studied include nationalities, languages, ethnicities, gender, age, and others. SE ECONO 2263 INTRODUCTION TO MACROECONOMICS Study of the economy as a whole. Topics include national income accounting, the determination of the levels of income, output, employment, and price; money and banking; stabilization policies; international economics. F, S ECONO 2363 INTRODUCTION TO MICROECONOMICS Fundamental microeconomic principles involving behavior of consumers, business firms, and resource owners as they relate to the allocation of resources; individual price and output determination. F, S
* Or a higher numbered biology course ** Or a higher numbered chemistry course
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