2009-2010 Undergraduate Bulletin (pdf) - LaGrange College

CORE 1120 Problem Solving. (3)
Individual and small-group problem solving geared toward real-life
situations and nontraditional problems. The course will focus on a number
of problem solving strategies, such as: draw a diagram, eliminate
possibilities, make a systematic list, look for a pattern, guess and check,
solve an easier related problem and sub-problems, use manipulatives, work
backward, act it out, unit analysis, use algebra and finite differences, and
others. Divergent thinking and technical communication skills of writing
and oral presentation will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: MATH 1101 or higher
CORE 1140 Computer Applications . (1)
Mathematical techniques and computer methods with spreadsheets will be
used in the development of quantitative reasoning skills. These techniques
will be 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 I. (3)
This course is the first of a two-course sequence focusing 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 to gain
an historical consciousness.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 and 1102
CORE 2002 Humanities II. (3)
This course is the second of a two-course sequence focusing 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 to gain an historical
consciousness.
Prerequisite: CORE 2001
CORE 3001 The American Experience. (3)
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 and CORE 2002.
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