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Department of
Mathematics and Science
Dr. Percy Jordan, Department Chair, Process Technology Bldg., Rm. 133
The Department of Mathematics and Science provides instruction in a variety of business, mathematics, social
science and laboratory science courses leading to Associate of Arts and Associate of Arts in Teaching. Courses are
designed to meet the requirements of the college’s Core Curriculum and to provide students with the background
necessary to enable them to succeed in a baccalaureate program.
Department of Mathematics and Science Course Descriptions
Accounting Courses (ACCT):
Credit:Lec:Lab
2301 Principles of Accounting I ..................................................................................................................................... 3:3:0
Concepts and procedures of financial accounting. First, the information gathering, analysis, recording and reporting
functions inherent in the complete accounting cycle. Second, the balance sheet areas of asset measurement, liability
accounting and corporate owner’s equity accounting.
Prerequisite: Basic skills competency in reading, writing and math.
2302 Principles of Accounting II .................................................................................................................................... 3:3:0
A continuation of ACCT 2301 with additional financial accounting and concepts, procedures and uses of managerial
accounting. First, a review and elaboration of accounting principles and specialized accounting topics. Second, cost
and managerial accounting with basic cost systems, budgeting and special analysis for management.
Prerequisite: ACCT 2301 with grade of C.
Anthropology Courses (ANTH):
Credit:Lec:Lab
2346 Introduction to Anthropology ................................................................................................................................ 3:3:0
A general survey of the three main fields of anthropology-physical anthropology, cultural anthropology and
archaeology. Emphasis is on the holistic approach or anthropology to the study of mankind in all times and places.
Prerequisite: Basic skills competency in reading.
2351 Cultural Anthropology .......................................................................................................................................... 3:3:0
Key concepts, methods and theory in the study of cultural diversity, social institutions, linguistics and culture change
among world peoples.
Prerequisite: Basic skills competency in reading.
Biology Courses (BIOL):
Credit:Lec:Lab
1322 Nutrition & Diet Therapy ..................................................................................................................................... 3:3:0
Study of the chemical, physical, and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet
applications. (Cross-listed as HECO 1322)
Prerequisite: Basic skills competency in reading and math required.
1406 Biology for Science Majors I .................................................................................................................................. 4:3:2
Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function,
evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are
included.
Prerequisite: Basic skills competency in reading and writing.
1407 Biology for Science Majors II ................................................................................................................................ 4:3:2
Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function,
evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, ecology, and the scientific method are
included.
Prerequisite: BIOL 1406, basic skills competency in reading and writing.