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SM 164 Visual Mathematics
3 credits (AS)
This course familiarizes students with fundamental properties
of two and three dimensional geometric shapes and fosters an
appreciation for the usefulness of geometry, with an emphasis
on design through a projects based approach. Topics include:
problem solving; geometric shapes and measurement;
perimeter, area and volume; similarity; coordinate and
transformation geometry; and Escher tessellations.
SM 165 Pre-Calculus
3 credits (AS)
This course provides students with a thorough understanding
of the mathematical concepts and skills needed as prerequisite
for Calculus I. Emphasis is placed on developing
mathematical reasoning and graphical visualization skills, thus
helping students understand how the mathematical concepts
can be applied to solve real world problems. Topics studied
include graphs, functions, exponential and logarithmic
functions, trigonometric functions, and matrices. (Offered fall
and spring term) Prerequisite: Successful completion of mathematics
placement exam or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
SM 211 Investigating Biology
3 credits (AS)
Students are introduced to a variety of commonly used field
and laboratory techniques for investigating biological topics.
Emphasis is placed on hypothesis development, sample
methodology and data collection, and the basics of data
analysis, interpretation and presentation. Does not fulfill the
lab science requirement. (Offered spring term) Pre-requisite:
SM 117 or SM 118
SM 215 Equine Anatomy and Physiology
4 credits (CS/AS)
The course familiarizes students with the skeletal structure,
musculature and internal systems of the horse, including the
nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, integumentary,
special senses and reproductive systems. The course structure
includes three lectures and one laboratory session each week.
This course fulfills the lab science requirement in the general
education core. (Offered fall term) Prerequisite: SM 117 or SM
118.y.
SM 219 Aquatic Biology
4 credits (AS)
The physical and biological aspects of aquatic ecosystems are
investigated. Topics include the types of major freshwater
habitats (ponds, lakes, rivers, bogs and swamps) and the
physiological and behavioral adaptations of animals and
plants in each of these habitats. The laboratory portion
consists of field trips to various habitats, analysis of the
physical factors, and determination of species present.
(Offered irregularly). Prerequisite: SM 117 or SM 140.
SM 221 Organic Chemistry I
4 credits (AS)
This class focuses on a study of carbon-containing
compounds upon which living things are based. It deals with
the structure, bonding and reactivity of compounds that
contain mainly carbon and hydrogen. Emphasis is placed on
understanding relationships between molecular structure and
properties and on designing syntheses of organic compounds.
The use of spectroscopy in determining the molecular
structure will be included as well. The laboratory provides
hands-on experience with the tools and techniques of organic
chemistry. Fulfills the lab science requirement. (Offered fall
term, alternate years) Prerequisite: SM 121 General Chemistry I
and SM 122 General Chemistry II.
SM 222 Organic Chemistry II
4 credits (AS)
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I with
emphasis on monofunctional and polyfunctional organic
compounds and multi-step methods of synthesis. Fulfills the
lab science requirement. (Offered spring term, alternate years)
Prerequisite: SM 221 Organic Chemistry I
SM 224 General Zoology
4 credits (AS)
This course is a survey of the animal kingdom, covering
major invertebrate and vertebrate groups. Emphasis is placed
on structural and functional relationships related to evolution
and physiology. Lab exercises compare these relationships
among diverse taxonomic groups. Fulfills the lab science
requirement. (Offered alternate years)
SM 225/325 Plant Biology
4 credits (AS)
Students explore in more depth the morphology, anatomy,
development, metabolism, physiology and evolution of plants
and their traditionally linked allies, the bacteria and fungi.
Additionally topics emphasize plant domestication and
economic/ecological importance. Fulfills the lab science
requirement. (Offered spring term) Pre-requisite: SM 117 or SM
118
SM 231 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
4 credits (AS)
Students investigate the basic anatomy and histology of the
principle organ systems of vertebrates with a focus on
comparing the structural variation and adaptations with
respect to taxonomy, evolution and ecological relationships.
Lab is integrated with lectures. (Offered alternate years) Prerequisite:
SM 117 or SM 224
SM 243/343 BioTopics
3 credits (AS)
This course serves as a spring entry-level course for the
biology program. As such, the topics vary by instructor and
year. Example topics include, but are not limited to, forest
ecology, invasive species, oceans, seeds of change, and
biology of parasites. Those students taking the course for
300-level credit must cover and complete additional material
and assignments. Does not fulfill the lab science requirement.
(Offered spring term)
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