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Term: Spring 2024

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ANT 101 - Humankind Emerging: Introduces human evolution, primates, fossil hominids, race, population genetics, and the development of culture. Letter grade only.
ANT 250 - Doing Archaeology: Method, theory, goals, and history of archaeology as a sub-discipline of anthropology. Letter grade only.
ANT 271 - Human Biological Variation: Evolutionary trends in modern humans, biology of contemporary population, population genetics. Letter grade only.
ANT 377 - Anthropology Of Race: Human Physical Variation And Its Cultural Interpretation: Explores the topics of race and worldwide human physical variation from the viewpoints of anthropology. Critically evaluates typological vs. population approaches to understanding the full range of worldwide human variation. Letter grade only.
AST 180 - Introduction To Astronomy: Diurnal motion, motion of solar system objects on the background of stars, light rays and spectra, the planets, Kepler's laws, space travel, coordinates and time, the moon and eclipses, meteors, comets and the sun, stars, stellar distances and stellar evolution, galactic structure, galaxies, quasars, and the big bang universe. Letter grade only.
AST 180H - Introduction To Astronomy - Honors: Diurnal motion, motion of solar system objects on the background of stars, light rays and spectra, the planets, Kepler's laws, space travel, coordinates and time, the moon and eclipses, meteors, comets and the sun, stars, stellar distances and stellar evolution, galactic structure, galaxies, quasars, and the big bang universe. Letter grade only.
AST 183 - Life In The Universe: Course will survey the scientific topics that comprise the key elements of "Astrobiology." These include the philosophical foundations of astrobiology as a science, astronomical sources of life's chemical building blocks and habitable environments, extremophilic organisms, the history of life on earth, the role of asteroid/comet impacts and micro-meteoritic dust, feasibility of space travel, and the search for life in the solar system and beyond. Letter grade only.
AST 190 - Exploring The Planets: In this course, we discuss the Solar System, as it exists today. As part of this discussion, we learn not only about the planetary bodies in the Solar System, but also about the technology and laws of physics used to access that information. We also practice critical thinking in the form of using observations and data of the Solar System as it exists today to extrapolate back in time to think about how it formed. This course provides students with knowledge about the natural world and the impact of technology on exploring the natural world under the Science and Applied Science Distribution Block of the liberal studies program, and helps students develop the essential skill of critical thinking and hypothesis testing through various in-class active learning and homework assignments. Cross-listed with GLG 190. Letter grade only.
BBA 293 - Information And Technology Literacy: Study of the pervasive influence of information and technology systems in organizations and society. Acquire and enhance skills to organize and apply information using databases, spreadsheets, word and information processing, and presentation graphics; evaluate the effectiveness and reliability of various information sources for their appropriate use. Critical evaluation of public policy issues relating to computers and information technology. Letter grade only.
BIO 100 - Principles Of Biology: Introduces basic principles and concepts of biology. Methods of scientific inquiry and behavior of matter and energy in biological systems are explored. Not available for credit in the major or minor. Letter grade only.
BIO 154 - The Art And Science Of Human Movement: Introduces the study of human exercise and provides a broad-based understanding of applications of human movement to health and science. Letter grade only.
BIO 181 - Unity Of Life I: Life Of The Cell: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying molecular and cellular principles of all life on earth. Letter grade only. Required course materials and ebook access will be billed to each student's LOUIE account after the add/drop deadline. Recommended: high school algebra, biology, and chemistry.
BIO 181H - Unity Of Life I: Life Of The Cell - Honors: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying molecular and cellular principles of all life on earth. Letter grade only. Required course materials and ebook access will be billed to each student's LOUIE account after the add/drop deadline. Recommended: high school algebra, biology, and chemistry.
BIO 182 - Unity Of Life II: Lives Of Multicellular Organisms: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying organismal principles of life on earth. Letter grade only.
BIO 182H - Unity Of Life II: Lives Of Multicellular Organisms - Honors: Introductory course for biology majors. Emphasizes the unifying organismal principles of life on earth. Letter grade only.
BIO 204 - Germs: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly: This course will cover how microbes affect human health through disease, symbiotic relationships, and with the foods we eat. This will be done using case studies from real-life microbiology and infectious diseases examples to illustrate basic concepts. The case studies will include for example: COVID-19, plague, anthrax, the human microbiome, and food microbiology. These case studies will be used to teach the relevant basic biological tenets of genetics, molecular genetics, cell biology, the immune system, ecology, epidemiology, and clinical medicine. Core concepts presented early in the lecture series will be reenforced in later case studies. Students will learn the fundamental principles of scientific inquiry and apply the concepts and analytical skills they acquire in the class to address questions about infectious disease and how microbes affect our lives. Letter grade only.
BIO 205 - Microbiology: Fundamental microbiology emphasizing structure and function of organisms, aspects of microbial diversity, pathogenic microorganisms, disease mechanisms and immune response. For students majoring in microbiology and those in the health professions. Recommended: CHM 130 or CHM 151. Letter grade only.
BIO 205H - Microbiology - Honors: Fundamental microbiology emphasizing structure and function of organisms, aspects of microbial diversity, pathogenic microorganisms, disease mechanisms and immune response. For students majoring in microbiology and those in the health professions. Recommended: CHM 130 or CHM 151. Letter grade only.
BIO 300 - Human Biology: Series of independent mini courses dealing with aspects of biology and human conditions. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 units. Each repeat must be a different topic than previously taken.
BIO 300H - Human Biology - Honors: Series of independent mini courses dealing with aspects of biology and human conditions. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 units. Each repeat must be a different topic than previously taken
BIO 301 - Science, Religion And Reality: Important topics in today's world showing significant differences of opinion or beliefs contrasting with scientific evidence or contemporary practice, such as life's origin, beginning of an individual, sexual orientation, death. Letter grade only.
BIO 302 - Relevance Of Science: Crucial challenges, problems, or situations in today's world for which science gives us insight into meeting, solving or understanding, such as global warming, using reclaimed water, energy crisis, epidemics, obesity. Letter grade only.
BIO 310 - Scientific Concepts In Human Biology: Systems and processes of the human body integrated with an understanding of health and disease. Letter grade only. Recommended: high school biology or chemistry. Not available for credit in the major or minor.
BIO 366 - Behavior Of Animals: Surveys the theories and reasons that explain the behavior of animals. Letter grade only.
BIO 366H - Behavior Of Animals - Honors: Surveys the theories and reasons that explain the behavior of animals. Letter grade only.
BSC 301 - Science, Religion, And Reality: Important topics in today's world showing significant differences of opinion or beliefs contrasting with scientific evidence or contemporary practice, such as life's origin, beginning of an individual, sexual orientation, and death. Letter grade only.
BSC 302 - Relevance Of Science: Crucial challenges, problems, or situations in today's world for which science gives us insight into meeting, solving or understanding, such as global warming, using reclaimed water, energy crisis, epidemics, obesity, etc. Letter grade only.
BSC 303 - Biology Beyond Earth: Can life as we know it be found beyond Earth? To address this question this course will explore the origin, evolution, distribution, and future of life in the universe. Fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, astronomy, and other relevant sciences will be utilized to understand both the necessary components of life and the habitable environments on exoplanetary bodies.
BSC 429 - Mammology: This course introduces the classification, distribution, life history, evolution, and ecology of mammals with an emphasis on mammals in the desert southwest. 2 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry: Principles of chemistry course for students requiring only one semester of chemistry and those proceeding to a one-semester organic (CHM 230) course. Letter grade only.
CHM 151 - General Chemistry I: Fundamental chemistry principles presented at a level appropriate for preprofessional, science, and engineering majors, including students proceeding to CHM 235 and 238. Prerequisites: high school chemistry or CHM 100 plus intermediate algebra; recommended: CHM 151L. Letter grade only.
CHM 151H - General Chemistry I - Honors: Fundamental chemistry principles presented at a level appropriate for preprofessional, science, and engineering majors, including students proceeding to CHM 235 and 238. Letter grade only Prerequisites: high school chemistry or CHM 100 plus intermediate algebra. Recommended: CHM 151L. .
CHM 152 - General Chemistry II: Continuation of CHM 151. Letter grade only. Recommended: CHM 152L.
CHM 152H - General Chemistry II - Honors: Continuation of CHM 151. Letter grade only. Recommended: CHM 152L.
CHM 230 - Fundamental Organic Chemistry: Introduces the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and bio-organic compounds. For students needing only one semester of organic chemistry. Letter grade only.
CS 110 - Computer Science Principles: Introduction to algorithmic thinking and object-oriented programming for students with little or no prior programming experience. Emphasis on graphical programming, object-oriented problem solving, and basic Java concepts. Letter grade only.
CS 112 - Computer And Internet Literacy: Provides a broad introduction to World Wide Web and Internet-related software, including email, HTML, telnet, and FTP. Includes discovery of ethical and privacy issues in e-commerce. Letter grade only.
CS 122 - Programming For Engineering And Science: Introduces computer programming for engineers, scientists, and math majors. Emphasizes problem solving, algorithms, and structured programming. Letter grade only.
CS 212 - Web Programming I: Introduces web programming while emphasizing the creation of interactive and dynamic websites. Topics include HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and client-server website programming. Letter grade only.
CSD 191 - Communication Disorders In Society: Explores communication disorders as they are portrayed in the media and in society. Each major communication disorder is also explored relative to etiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Letter grade only.
ENV 101 - Environmental Challenges And Solutions: Studies the relations between humans and the environment, such as life (e.g., animals, plants) and ecosystems, natural resources, and climate change. Students will gain a scientific understanding of the natural world around them; examine effects of current events, policies, and personal lifestyle on the environment; and explore solutions to current environmental problems. (Note: This liberal studies course does not meet any requirements for a major or minor in environmental sciences.) Letter grade only.
ENV 101H - Environmental Challenges And Solutions - Honors: Studies the relations between humans and the environment, such as life (e.g., animals, plants) and ecosystems, natural resources, and climate change. Students will gain a scientific understanding of the natural world around them; examine effects of current events, policies, and personal lifestyle on the environment; and explore solutions to current environmental problems. (Note: This liberal studies course does not meet any requirements for a major or minor in environmental sciences.) Letter grade only.
ENV 110 - Extreme Weather: Explores basic physical and chemical atmospheric processes and how humans affect, and are affected by, atmospheric conditions. Includes study of thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, air pollution, ozone depletion, and global warming. Letter grade only.
ENV 115 - Climate Change: Evolution of the Earth's climate and the causes of climate change, including global warming. Letter grade only.
ENV 115H - Climate Change - Honors: Evolution of the Earth's climate and the causes of climate change, including global warming. Letter grade only.
ENV 181 - Environmental Sustainability: An introduction to the ways in which we perceive the environment: how our environment is structured and functions, how we relate to the environment and environmental sustainability from humanistic, cultural and political perspectives, and how we resolve major issues focusing on the sustainability of our natural and cultural systems. Letter grade only.
ENV 373 - Southwest Environments Through Time: An environmental and cultural history of the Southwest, from the time of the last glacial to the present. This class will cover aspects of both temporal scales and spatial scales. This class will cover many aspects of natural environmental history, placing the human societies in the context of environmental change. We will examine several types of scientific proxies that allow us to determine environmental history. Letter grade only.
ENV 373H - Southwest Environments Through Time - Honors: An environmental and cultural history of the Southwest, from the time of the last glacial to the present. This class will cover aspects of both temporal scales and spatial scales. This class will cover many aspects of natural environmental history, placing the human societies in the context of environmental change. We will examine several types of scientific proxies that allow us to determine environmental history. Letter grade only.
ENV 377 - Humans And The Hydrosphere: ENV 377 is an exploration of global water sustainability. Through readings, discussions/thought pieces, we will explore the current status of global water use. We will explore how nature filters and cycles water, as well as how society accesses, distributes, and manages water with an eye toward how management can work toward sustainability and clean and safe water for all. Letter grade only.
FOR 240 - Introduction To Conservation Biology: Explores the practical issues related to people and society in maintaining the earth's biological diversity. Discusses the social environment and how to implement successful conservation of biodiversity. Letter grade only.
FOR 240H - Introduction To Conservation Biology - Honors: Explores the practical issues related to people and society in maintaining the earth's biological diversity. Discusses the social environment and how to implement successful conservation of biodiversity. Letter grade only.
FOR 250 - Arizona Forests And Wildlife: Overview of fundamental ecology and management of major forest types and wildlife of Arizona. Relationship of Arizona's forests and wildlife to North America. Letter grade only.
FOR 250H - Arizona Forests And Wildlife - Honors: Overview of fundamental ecology and management of major forest types and wildlife of Arizona. Relationship of Arizona's forests and wildlife to North America. Letter grade only.
FOR 255 - International Wildlife Issues: Current international issues in wildlife conservation and management. Topics include regulation of global wildlife, threats to biodiversity, and issues of sustainable management and protection. Case studies focus on perspectives of ethnic minorities. Letter grade only.
FOR 340 - Environmental Hydrology: An introduction into environmental implications of extreme hydrological processes, the effects of natural and human activities on the hydrology and water resources of an area, and related problems and solutions. Letter grade only.
FOR 382 - Ecological Restoration: Principles and applications of ecology related to restoring natural structure, function, and composition of ecosystems. Co-convened with FOR 582. Letter grade only.
FOR 382H - Ecological Restoration - Honors: Principles and applications of ecology related to restoring natural structure, function, and composition of ecosystems. Letter grade only.
FYS 111 - Science First Year Seminar: Students learn the logic and techniques of scientific inquiry to understand the basis and limits of contemporary scientific knowledge. Students develop practical skills to understand scientific issues relevant to society. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 6 units of credit. Each repeat must be a different topic.
GLG 100 - Introductory Geology: Fundamental physical and historical concepts in geology, including dynamics of the earth. You may take either GLG 100 and 100L or GLG 101 and 103 or GLG 110 and 110L or GLG 112 and 112L for credit. Letter grade only.
GLG 101 - Physical Geology: Fundamental physical aspects of the earth's crust; rocks and minerals, structures, landforms and their origin. The course is intended for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) majors; non-STEM majors should take GLG 112. Letter grade only.
GLG 101H - Physical Geology - Honors: Fundamental physical aspects of the earth's crust; rocks and minerals, structures, landforms and their origin. The course is intended for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) majors; non-STEM majors should take GLG 112. Letter grade only.
GLG 102 - Historical Geology: Chronological sequence of events in the history of the earth and its inhabitants. Letter grade only.
GLG 107 - Oceanography: Geologic, chemical, physical, and biologic properties of the marine environment and the description and origin of ocean basins. Letter grade only.
GLG 112 - Geologic Disasters: Geologic processes and hazards affecting humans. Topics include earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, landslides, floods, subsidence, meteorite impacts, and climate changes. You may take either GLG 100 and GLG100L or GLG 101 and 103 or GLG 110 and 110L or GLG 112 and 112L for credit. Letter grade only.
GLG 190 - Exploring The Planets: In this course, we discuss the Solar System, as it exists today. As part of this discussion, we learn not only about the planetary bodies in the Solar System, but also about the technology and laws of physics used to access that information. We also practice critical thinking in the form of using observations and data of the Solar System as it exists today to extrapolate back in time to think about how it formed. This course provides students with knowledge about the natural world and the impact of technology on exploring the natural world under the Science and Applied Science Distribution Block of the liberal studies program, and helps students develop the essential skill of critical thinking and hypothesis testing through various in-class active learning and homework assignments. Cross listed with AST 190. Letter grade only.
GLG 190H - Exploring The Planets - Honors: In this course, we discuss the Solar System, as it exists today. As part of this discussion, we learn not only about the planetary bodies in the Solar System, but also about the technology and laws of physics used to access that information. We also practice critical thinking in the form of using observations and data of the Solar System as it exists today to extrapolate back in time to think about how it formed. This course provides students with knowledge about the natural world and the impact of technology on exploring the natural world under the Science and Applied Science Distribution Block of the liberal studies program, and helps students develop the essential skill of critical thinking and hypothesis testing through various in-class active learning and homework assignments. Letter grade only.
GLG 202 - Dinosaurs: A review of dinosaur evolution, their taxonomy, ecology, and physiology, and how basic scientific techniques are used to understand them. Letter grade only.
GLG 265 - Earthquakes: Introductory survey of the development of thought about earthquakes. Includes early ideas as well as modern scientific techniques applied to study earthquakes. Letter grade only.
GSP 130 - Mapping The World: Engages students with the earth through map interpretation and emerging mapping technologies for applications in geography, location-based services, community planning, environmental management, and land development. Letter grade only.
GSP 239 - Introduction To Geographic Information Systems: Basic concepts, theory, and multidisciplinary applications in GIS. 3 hrs. lecture, 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only.
HON 243 - Honors Seminar: Science Applied Science: Honors seminar that carries Science/Applied Science Liberal Studies credit. Topics will vary by semester. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 6 units of credit.
HON 293 - Topics In Science And Applied Science: Scientific Awareness: Introduction to topics in science/applied science through scientific inquiry and the application of scientific knowledge. Students investigate a variety of physical and biological phenomena by applying the scientific method. Partially fulfills the liberal studies requirement for English Foundation. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 9 units of credit
HON 393 - Advanced Honors Seminar (Sas): Seminar employing a multidisciplinary approach towards understanding problems and issues that address the needs of the 21st century in order to discover the integrative nature of problem-based scientific research. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 9 units of credit.
HS 310 - Medical And Scientific Terminology: Introductions and analysis of basic Greek and Latin related words; terms used in the medical and biological sciences. Letter grade only.
INF 110 - Discovering Informatics: This course provides learning opportunities in the foundations of informatics, an interdisciplinary area fusing computer science, programming, and data analysis skills used to solve problems in any field, particularly the natural sciences, business, and the arts. This course will particularly focus on problems drawn from areas that provide significant benefits to human and environmental health. The course does not require any prior experience in programming and is intended for students of any background and major. This course also provides an opportunity for students to explore their interest in topics that are central to the Bachelor of Science in Informatics, Computer Science, and Applied Computer Science programs, and therefore be more informed in considering further study in one of these programs. Letter grade only.
ISM 120 - Intro To Computer Information Systems: Introduces computer and information systems, including the development and hands-on use of applications designed for communications, decision support, and database management. Letter grade only.
ISM 120H - Introduction To Computer Information Systems - Honors: Introduces computer and information systems, including the development and hands-on use of applications designed for communications, decision support, and database management. Letter grade only.
MAT 131 - Topics In Calculus: Introductory topics in differential and integral calculus with applications. This course will fulfill either the Mathematics foundation requirement or a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. If you have already fulfilled your Mathematics foundation requirement, this course will fulfill a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. Letter grade only.
MAT 136 - Calculus I: Calculus of one variable; basic concepts, interpretations, techniques, and applications of differentiation and integration. This course will fulfill either the Mathematics foundation requirement or a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. If you have already fulfilled your Mathematics foundation requirement, this course will fulfill a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. Letter grade only.
MAT 136H - Calculus I - Honors: Calculus of one variable; basic concepts, interpretations, techniques, and applications of differentiation and integration. This course will fulfill either the Mathematics foundation requirement or a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. If you have already fulfilled your Mathematics foundation requirement, this course will fulfill a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. Letter grade only.
MAT 226 - Discrete Mathematics: Elementary discrete mathematics including topics from graph theory and combinatorics with emphasis on problem solving. This course will fulfill either the Mathematics foundation requirement or a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. If you have already fulfilled your Mathematics foundation requirement, this course will fulfill a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. Letter grade only.
NTS 135 - Human Nutrition: Introduces the study of human nutrition, nutrients in food, dietary guidelines, macro- and micro-nutrient digestion and absorption as well as diet and disease throughout the life cycle. Letter grade only.
PE 210 - Movement In Action: Students in the course will gain understanding, knowledge, appreciation and experiences in interdisciplinary education that utilize movement activities as learning tools. Deliberate motor tasks, incorporation of quality instruction, behavior management strategies and movement activities to address growth and development of children will be a major focus of this engaging and active course. Letter grade only.
PHI 103 - Introduction To Logic: A rigorous introduction to the basic concepts of deductive and inductive logic. Letter grade only.
PHI 103H - Introduction To Logic - Honors: A rigorous introduction to the basic concepts of deductive and inductive logic. Letter grade only.
PHI 303 - Decision Theory: Theory of rational decision-making, applications of the theory to ethics and economics, and discussion of philosophical problems arising from the constructs employed by the theory (e.g., probability and utility). Letter grade only.
PHI 303H - Decision Theory - Honors: Theory of rational decision-making, applications of the theory to ethics and economics, and discussion of philosophical problems arising from the constructs employed by the theory (e.g., probability and utility). Letter grade only.
PHY 262 - University Physics II: Second course in the three-semester, calculus-based, introductory physics sequence. Electricity, magnetism, and thermodynamics. Letter grade only.
PLD 311 - Human Biological Perspectives: Have you ever wondered why humans behave the way that they do? In this course we will explore the biological basis of human behavior; we will learn about how the human brain and body processes the world, discover how input from the world shapes our innate behaviors, and discuss how individual differences in our biology form the basis for our human experience (i.e. emotion, stress, learning). The aim of this course is to develop a foundational understanding of human biology and be able to appreciate how subtle individual differences in biological processing can lead to different perspectives and experiences. In addition to exploring the "why" and "how" we, as humans, are shaped by our physiology, we will also touch on the scientific process, where and how to find credible scientific information, and how to apply scientific research to any field that deals with aspects of human behavior (e.g. advertising, management, education, etc.). To these ends, this General Studies course applies Quantitative Reasoning as an essential skill, to promote Scientific Literacy in the Social Sciences, a core knowledge area. Letter grade only.
SA 204 - Topics In Study Abroad - S/As: Only available to Study Abroad students while participating in a Study Abroad program. Content includes introductory social, cultural, historical, political, artistic and/or economic developments related to the Study Abroad student's host culture/country. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit.
SA 214 - Topics In Study Abroad - S/As-gd: Only available to Study Abroad students while participating in a Study Abroad program. Content includes courses that enhance understanding of different cultures of the world through the study of language, literature, religion, and artistic creations or other disciplines. In addition, course must cover perspectives (e.g. theoretical; historical; social; political; economic; cultural; religious; geographic or sense of place; environment; or intellectual traditions and/or ways of knowing) of non-Western peoples. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit.
SA 304 - Special Topics In Study Abroad - S/As: Topics include intermediate and advanced studies in social, cultural, historical, political, artistic, and/or economic topics related to your host country. Must be currently participating in a Study Abroad program. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit.
SA 314 - Topics In Study Abroad -S/As-gd: Only available to Study Abroad students while participating in a Study Abroad program. Content includes courses that enhance understanding of different cultures of the world through the study of language, literature, religion, and artistic creations or other disciplines. In addition, course must cover perspectives (e.g. theoretical; historical; social; political; economic; cultural; religious; geographic or sense of place; environment; or intellectual traditions and/or ways of knowing) of non-Western peoples. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit.
SCIN 281 - Astronomy (Solar System): Introduction to Astronomy as a science, focusing on history and development of Astronomy, understanding the local sky, contributions by Copernicus, Tycho, Kepler, Galileo and Newton, Solar System formation theories, properties of the planets, and properties of the Sun. Letter grade only.
STA 270 - Applied Statistics: Graphical and quantitative description of data; binomial, normal, and t distributions; one- and two-sample hypothesis tests and confidence intervals; simple linear regression and correlation. This course will fulfill either the Mathematics foundation requirement or a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. If you have already fulfilled your Mathematics foundation requirement, this course will fulfill a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. Credit cannot be earned in both STA 270 and STA 275. Letter grade only.
STA 270H - Applied Statistics - Honors: Graphical and quantitative description of data; binomial, normal, and t distributions; one- and two-sample hypothesis tests and confidence intervals; simple linear regression and correlation. This course will fulfill either the Mathematics foundation requirement or a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. If you have already fulfilled your Mathematics foundation requirement, this course will fulfill a Science Applied Science liberal studies distribution block requirement. Credit cannot be earned in both STA 270 and STA 275. Letter grade only.
STAT 271 - Introduction To Statistics: This course examines the use of statistical analysis in everyday life. Students will learn information related to graphical and quantitative description of data, distributions, linear regression and correlations, and development and testing of hypotheses. This course focuses on the development of the essential skills of critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and scientific reasoning. Letter grade only.
SYS 211 - Science And Sustainable Systems: Through the methods of scientific inquiry, this Second Year Seminar will explore topics in sustainable human and natural systems. Topics vary. Letter grade only. May be repeated for up to 6 units of credit with different topics.