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CORE 1140 Computer Applications. (1) Fall and Spring
Mathematical techniques and computer methods with spreadsheets are used in the development
of quantitative reasoning skills. These techniques are examined in the contexts of business and
economics and of sustainability through managing one‘s personal finances.
Prerequisite: MATH 1101 or higher
CORE 2001 Humanities: Ancient through Medieval Age. (3) Fall and Spring
This course focuses on our cultural heritage with an emphasis on the impact of the Judeo-
Christian tradition as it relates to all knowledge. The course balances the instructor‘s selected
academic theme with a common set of assignments and academic skill sets. The period from the
emergence of human history to 1660 is covered in this course. Students confront primary and
secondary source materials in order to gain a historical consciousness.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
CORE 2002 Humanities: Renaissance to the Present. (3) Fall and Spring
This course focuses on our cultural heritage with an emphasis on the impact of the Judeo-
Christian tradition as it relates to all knowledge. The course balances the instructor‘s selected
academic theme with a common set of assignments and academic skill sets. The period from
1660 to the present is covered in this course. Students confront primary and secondary source
materials in order to gain a historical consciousness.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102
CORE 3001 The American Experience. (3) Fall and Spring
This course focuses on the social structure, economics, politics, and culture of the United
States. It examines many of the common assumptions about American society, especially
meritocracy, freedom, and ―justice for all.‖ In addition, the course considers issues of
sustainability and how they have shaped America‘s past and present and will continue to shape
its future.
Prerequisites: CORE 2001 or CORE 2002.
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