Courses

Continues the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, blood and lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.

This course is a study of the anatomical structures and physiology of speech production, hearing, swallowing, and neurological systems. Information related to respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation, swallowing, hearing, and neurology in normal children and adults are emphasized.

This course introduces the structure and function of the human body including medical terminology. Topics covered include information which will provide the medical office assistant with the knowledge needed to communicate with office staff physicians and patients and to assist in completion of medical reports generated in the medical office. Topics include: body structures, body functions, and medical terminology.

A critical reading of selected works by major ancient and medieval western political thinkers, e.g., Sophocles, Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas, and Machiavelli.

The development of ancient Near Eastern, Greek and Roman civilizations and their impact on the development of western civilization.

This course examines major ancient figures and schools focusing largely on the question of what makes for a good life. Plato and Aristotle are typically central; but other moments may include major Asian or African intellectual traditions; writings from the Presocratic, Hellenistic, or Roman era; or Jewish or early Christian era texts.

This course explores the general themes and important questions in animal behavior. We will cover subjects that examine how and why animals interact with each other and their environment. Topics include: animal communication, habitat selection, foraging, predator-prey dynamics, sexual selection, mating systems, behavioral development, and learning, among others.

This course provides a basic understanding of the fundamentals of vertebrate nutrition and builds from what biology majors already know about physiology, biochemistry and general biology. Emphases are placed on digestion, absorption, and functions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nucleic acids, vitamins, minerals, and water to provide students with the ability to apply the logic of science in understanding diet and make decisions regarding health and nutrition of domestic animals.

The relationship between humans and animals is complex, multidimensional and historically derived. This course will examine primary theories related to ecology and symbolism and identify the historical and contemporary role of animals in human society.

This course is designed to introduce students to fundamental principles and techniques in animation. It will build upon students' existing analog and digital skills in 2-D and 3-D production while further incorporating the use of temporal visual and aural techniques to create animations.