2010-11 Course Catalog - Century College

7 Course Descriptionsplacement in RDNG 1000, or completion ofRDNG 0090 with a grade of “C” or higher.Recommendation: An assessment scoreplacement in ENGL 1021, or completion ofENGL 0090 with a grade of “C” or higher.Introduction to LogicPHIL 1041 3 CreditsMnTC: Goal 04This course introduces students to the formalstudy of reasoning using the concepts andtechniques of symbolic logic. Topics coveredinclude representing the underlying logicalstructure of English sentences and arguments,testing whether arguments have goodform, identifying valid and invalid argumentforms, and recognizing common examplesof bad reasoning. While it can be abstractand challenging, learning symbolic logicdoes have its practical side: it may lead to adeeper appreciation of the uses and abusesof language, more careful and critical readingskills, and a better understanding of how tocraft well-reasoned writing.World ReligionsPHIL 1051 3 CreditsMnTC: Goals 06 & 08This course is an introduction to the majorworld religions. The course will focus onthe historical formation of the religions andthose who founded them. It will also focus ontheir scriptures, practices and the ways eachreligion answers the fundamental questionsconcerning the nature of reality, purpose inlife, ethics and death.Recommendation: An assessment scoreplacement in RDNG 1000, or completion ofRDNG 0090 with a grade of “C” or higher;assessment score placement in ENGL 1021, orcompletion of ENGL 0090 with a grade of “C”or higher.Physical EducationMission Statement: To providecontemporary and applicable healthylifestyle information and skills thatstudents can adopt and utilize throughouttheir lifespan. Students are encouraged totake both a fitness course and a lifetimesports activity class that provides anew experience. Please note that some180 Century College 2010-2011classes are held off campus and mayinvolve additional fees.ArcheryPE 1000 1 CreditBeginning fundamentals of archery includingselection, care and knowledge of equipment.Shooting technique, safety practices, andetiquette are all included.BowlingPE 1005 1 CreditThis course introduces the basic strategiesof bowling. Topics will include the historyof bowling, scoring, selection and care ofequipment, etiquette, fundamental techniques,and rules. Students will be responsible forshoe rental, lane fees and transportation tothe bowling facility.BadmintonPE 1010 1 CreditThis course introduces students to basicbadminton skills, techniques, and rules forsingles and doubles play. Emphasis will beplaced on the development of strokes, serves,offensive and defensive strategies, as well asan appreciation for badminton as a lifetimeactivity.TennisPE 1013 1 CreditCourse intended for novice throughintermediate tennis player. Emphasis willbe on skills development for recreationalpurposes. Stroke development, rules, andstrategies for singles and doubles are covered.GolfPE 1015 1 CreditStudents will actively participate in learningthe basic fundamentals of golf, includingselection and care of equipment, etiquette,scoring, and actual play on a local golf course.Intended for beginners and students who havenot had formal golf instruction. Students areresponsible for green fees. Offered F, S.Social DancePE 1016 1 CreditIn this course students will participate in thefollowing types of dance: folk, square, line,country, salsa, swing, hip-hop, and ballroom.Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentalsof dance and various dance styles. This classis intended for beginning dancers of all ageswho have not had formal instruction.SnowboardingPE 1020 1 CreditSnowboarding course intended to introducestudents to alpine snowboarding and/ordevelop current skill level. Using the AmericanTeaching System (ATS), classes are split into9 skill levels, beginning through advanced.Offered S.Downhill SkiingPE 1023 1 CreditAlpine ski course intended to introducestudents to alpine skiing and/or developcurrent skill level. Using the AmericanTeaching System (ATS), classes are split into9 skill levels, beginning through advanced.Offered S.Recreational VolleyballPE 1030 1 CreditThis course introduces students to thesocial as well as the competitive aspectsof the game of volleyball. The courseincludes instruction in fundamental skills,techniques, rules, and strategies of team play.Emphasis will be on skill development for therecreational player. Sand volleyball is alsooffered as weather permits. Offered F,S.Recreational SoftballPE 1035 1 CreditThis course introduces students to therecreational aspects of the game of softball.The course includes instruction in fundamentalskills, techniques, rules, and strategies ofslow-pitch softball. Emphasis will be on skilldevelopment for the recreational player.Rock ClimbingPE 1040 2 CreditsRock climbing course that includes selectedreading, classroom work, and artificial andnatural climbing. Techniques, safety, etiquetteand equipment care and selection are covered.Culminates in a climbing field trip at localclimbing areas. Offered F, S, SS.Note: Students are required to provide someequipment at a cost of $80-$100. A list will beprovided.