Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

Intro to Religions of the East 3
> REL-130
Introduces some of the religious traditions and
systems of belief found in the East. Both
historical and contemporary phenomena are
used to develop an understanding of the
diversity and complexity of the religious
dimension of human life. Various forms of
some of the following religions are included:
Buddhism, Shintoism, Hinduism, Taoism,
Jainism and Confucianism.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Religion in the United States 3
> REL-140
A historical survey of religion in the United
States from the colonial period to the present,
with emphasis upon the increasing diversity of
American religions. Religious developments
will be related to the broader cultural aspects of
the American experience.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Religions of China 3
> REL-160
Studies some of the main religious systems
and traditions of China, both pre-modern and
modern. The general rubric used will divide
Chinese religious systems into four main
categories: Confucian, Daoist, Buddhist and
Popular, although some attention will be give
to studying the reality that Chinese religion as
practiced tends to cross over such artificial
boundaries.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Honors Project 1
> REL-924
Allows a qualified honors student to pursue a
special concentration of study under the
guidance of a faculty member. Requires
completion of an honors project contract. May
be taken more than once.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Note: Requires approval of supervising professor
and dean
Independent Study 1
> REL-928
Provides readings, papers, study and research
under the guidance of a faculty member.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Note: Permission of instructor, dean
Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule . summer & Fall 2011 . COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SCI
SCIENCE
Forensic Science 3
> SCI-120
Explores forensic science and its impact on
science, society and the criminal justice
system. Focuses on basic concepts in selected
areas of chemistry, biochemistry, cell and
molecular biology, and anatomy and
physiology. This course is designed to educate
liberal arts students about basic sciences, and
the realities and limitations of scientific
methods when applied specifically to criminal
investigation.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Forensic Science Laboratory 1
> SCI-122
Focuses on laboratory procedures used in a
wide variety of forensic disciplines. Includes
the scientific method, identification of body
fluids, blood spatter analysis and forensic
entomology. Explores the theory of forensic
methods along with its limitations.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: A; Coreq: SCI-120
SDV
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
Study Strategies 2
> SDV-022
Provides instruction and practice in time
scheduling and management, effective use of
textbooks, effective study skills, note taking,
test-taking strategies and listening skills. Must
be enrolled in the College Prep Block.
(2/0/0/0); ASE Code: D
College Preparation: Study Skills 2
> SDV-027
Introduces college-level study skills. Focuses
on practical application of study skills
necessary for college success including
organization skills, effective goal setting,
determining the main idea, and developing
effective and efficient study skills.
(2/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Supported Education 1–3
> SDV-052
Provides academic support, accommodations
and strategies needed to successfully complete
the Kirkwood course of study. Develops an
individualized education plan and
accommodation plans designed to develop
effective study skills and self-advocacy skills.
Monitors students’ progress in Kirkwood
courses. Format is primarily individualized
instruction.
(0/2-6/0/0); ASE Code: D
Teacher Proficiency Test Prep 1
> SDV-057
Provide individualized instruction to prepare
student to pass the Teacher Preparation
Proficiency test.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Supported Education - VITAL 3
> SDV-077
Provides academic support, accommodations
and strategies VITAL students need to
successfully complete the Kirkwood course of
study. Develops an individualized education
plan and accommodations plan designed to
develop effective study skills and self-advocacy
skills. Monitors students’ progress in Kirkwood
courses. Format is primarily individualized
instruction.
(0/6/0/0); ASE Code: D
Note: Concurrent enrollment in VITAL.
Supported Education: Transition
> SDV-080
1
Provides instruction and hands-on skill
development to students enrolled in the Prairie
Wood Transition Program. Consists of
academic classroom instruction, life skills,
accommodations and strategies for success in
the Transition Program, including campus and
community experiences.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: D
College Prep Career Exploration 2
> SDV-082
Teaches students the career exploration
process by evaluating their unique combination
of personal characteristics, values, needs and
goals on the journey to creating an effective
and meaningful career and life plan.
(2/0/0/0); ASE Code: D; Coreq: ENG-059, RDG-200
Note: Part of the 12-credit College Prep block
offered Fall semester. Approval of Dean, Learning
Services, required.
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Course Descriptions