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Drug & Alcohol Rehab. (DAR*)

DAR*101, Public Health Issues: Abuse & Addiction (3 credits)
Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena
Key issues of the alcohol and drug abuse treatment field from the standpoint of the unique sociological and public health aspects involved. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E, or ENG*101. (Updated November 2014)

DAR*114, Introduction to Family Systems (3 credits)
Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena
Presents an overview of family systems with special emphasis toward families afflicted with substance abuse. The particular areas discussed include the structure and function of the family, role structure, development stages,communications systems and functional and dysfunctional families. Prerequisite: HSE*202. (Updated November 2014)

DAR*158, Biology of Addiction (3 credits)
Study of drug abuse in current times, including the pharmacology and pathology of chronic drug abuse with respect to the individual as well as society and the law. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101.(Updated November 2014)

AST*111, Introduction to Astronomy (4 credits) An introduction to the study of the solar system, the stars, galaxies, nebulae, and newly discovered celestial bodies. Laboratory activities and field trips included. Prerequisites: MAT*137 and eligible for ENG*101. (New course, Fall 2020)

CJS*141, Fingerprinting (1 credit) This hands-on workshop will expose students to the fundamental skills necessary for documenting, identifying, and developing latent fingerprints. Students will utilize both chemical and physical visualization techniques to include: fingerprint powders, magnetic powders, SPR, Cyanoacrylate fuming, iodine, crystal, and crystal violet. Prerequisites: None

ENG*101E, Composition Embedded (3 credits/4 contact hrs.) $$ Supplemental Course Fee Gen Ed Competency: Written Communication in English Composition focuses on the study and practice of effective written communication across a variety of rhetorical situations. The course develops skills in applying language conventions, engaging with and using authoritative sources, and crafting logical arguments. Composition with Embedded support meets the same outcomes as ENG*101, but offers students additional support through supplemental instruction, increased time on task, focused workshops, and/or tutoring. Reading Prerequisite: ENG* 073 or ESL *173 with a grade of “C” or better, or placement, or SAT/ACT scores; Writing Prerequisites: ENG*063 with a grade of “C-” or better; or placement; or SAT/ACT scores; or ENG*096 with a grade of “C” or better. (Updated Fall 2017) (Fulfills an “L” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)

ENG*101 • ENG*101-ALP, Composition (3 credits) Fall • Spring • Summer Gen Ed Competencies: Written Communication in English Students will develop written texts of varying lengths and styles for different audiences and purposes. They will respond to rhetorical situations, use sources, craft logical arguments, apply language conventions, and formulate effective writing strategies. Reading Prerequisite: ENG*073 or ESL*173 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement, or SAT/ACT scores; Writing Prerequisites: ENG*063 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement; or SAT/ACT scores; or ENG*096 with a grade of “C” or better. (Updated Fall 2017) (Fulfills an “L” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)

HSE*202, Introduction to Counseling/ Interviewing (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Oral Communication in English A systematic study of the basic theories, methods, and techniques utilized in interviewing and counseling. Each student will learn through theory and application. The integration of new techniques into the individual’s unique style is anticipated. Prerequisite: PSY*111. (Updated November 2014)