GCC AZ: Honors Program: Honors Courses

Spring 2008

A Reminder:

Presidents' Scholarship students must enroll in and complete 12 or more credits in courses numbered 100 or higher (P/Z credits excluded) including at least one 3-credit honors course each semester. Honors Fee Waiver students must have a completed application and enroll in at least one 3-credit honors course by January 18, 2008.

Course Codes

Code Note

1 Permission of Instructor/Department Required

2 Prerequisite Recommended

3 Prerequisite/Corequisite Required

4 Majors Only

5 Assessment Score Required

6 Honors Program Only

7 Lab Section Required

8 Concurrent Registration Required

9 Special Fee

+E On Campus Examination Required

+O Orientation Required

Registration Available Online

Courses Available

ARH102 Renaissance Through Contemporary Art 3

History of art from around the world from the Renaissance through contemporary period. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2091 FA 105 TR 11:30- 12:45P P Hall

CFS176 Child Development 3

Study of the science of human development from conception through adolescence. Includes observation skills, parent and adult roles in the lives of children, and contemporary issues. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 3178 FA 105 TR 11:30- 12:45P P Hall

Section 3178 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes programming and use of the Internet. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 3237 HT2 157 MWF 8:00- 8:50A S Murry

6,9 3255 GCCN 103 MW 11:30- 12:45P D Ulm

Section 3178 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

COM100 Introduction to Human Communication 3

Theory and practice of communication skills in public, small group, and interpersonal settings. Includes study of the speech communication process. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 1132 HTA 7 MWF 8:00- 8:50A R Christian

COM225 Public Speaking 3

Designed to enhance the student's ability to present public speeches confidently and competently. Also designed to improve information literacy and critical thinking skills. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107, or equivalent.

3,6,9 1169 LA 101 TR 8:30- 9:45A Joraanstad

COM230 Small Group Communication 3

Principles and processes of small groups and development of skills for participation and leadership in small group settings. Practice in problem solving, decision making, and information sharing. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107, or equivalent.

3,6,9 1173 HTA 4 MWF 9:00- 9:50A Joraanstad

COM263 Elements of Intercultural Communication 3

Basic concepts, principles, and skills for improving oral communication between persons from different minority, racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Prerequisities: None.

6,9 5069 GCCN 109 W 7:10 - 9:50p J Reed

Section 3178 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

ECN211 Macroeconomic Principles 3

A descriptive analysis of the structure and functioning of the American economy. Emphasis on basic economic institutions and factors that determine national income and employment levels. Consideration given to the macroeconomic topics of national income, unemployment, inflation and monetary and fiscal policies. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2901 CL 15 MWF 9:00- 9:50A H Kvaran

ECN212 Microeconomic Principles 3

Microeconomic analysis including the theory of consumer choice, price determination, resource allocation and income distribution. Includes non-competitive market structures such as monopoly and oligopoly; and the effects of government regulation. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2918 CL 13 TR 1:00- 2:15P P Depippo

EDU222 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3

Overview of the exceptional learner, one who differs from the average or normal, with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mildly disabled, severely disabled, emotionally and behaviorally disordered, mentally retarded, and gifted students. Includes school-based practicum. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2931 HYBRID F ARR Oreshack

CL 10 MW 8:00- 8:50A Section 2931 is a hybrid. Students must register by the first day of class indicated in the class schedule. For information on how to get started, go to www.gccaz.edu/eCourses and link to the course of your choice. See the description of Hybrid beneath the department heading. It is a blend of face to face instruction with online learning. Suggested for students who need a flexible schedule, but have strong time management skills. Students should be able to learn concepts by reading about them and be proficient with a Web browser l ike Internet Explorer.

EDU230 Cultural Diversity in Education 3

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of self-concept and learning styles. Examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on teacher preparation (preservice and/or inservice) to offer an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural groups. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2938 GCCN 101 MW 11:30- 12:45P Staff

Section 2938 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

6,9 2941 HTA 5 TR 10:00- 11:15A H Merrill

6,9 6173 CL 10 M 7:10- 9:55P Staff

EDU292 The Art Of Storytelling-HUM292 3

Explore the art and origin of storytelling. Provide a variety of storytelling techniques, styles and exercises to enhance the delivery of telling stories. Assist in the integration and application of storytelling to the learning environment in the classroom. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 6175 CL 10 T 7:10- 9:55P C Gordon

ENG102 First-Year Composition 3

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: ENG101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Through three or more research-based writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words (final drafts), the student will further demonstrate an understanding of writing as a process per the course competencies.

ASSET score of 51-54 or written permission of Honors Program Coordinator.

3,6,9 1666 GCCN 104 MW 8:30- 9:45A Staff

Section 1666 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

3,6,9 1669 HU 103 MWF 9:00- 9:50A Leskovsky

3,6,9 9991 HU 102 MWF 10:00- 10:50A R Callahan

Enrollment in PHI243 9993 or REL243 9994 or HIS243 9992 is also required. See Learning Communities, page 64.

3,6,9 1701 HT2 153 TR 8:30- 9:45A C Arnoldt

Section 1701 uses Windows XP

3,6,9 1707 HYBRID ARR ARR J Lane HT2 155 R 10:00- 11:15A

Section 1707 is a Hybrid. Students must register by the first day of class indicated in the class schedule. For information on how to get started, go to www.gccaz.edu/eCourses and link to the course of your choice. See the description of Hybrid beneath the department heading. Section 1707 uses Windows XP.

ENH202 World Literature After the Renaissance 3

Includes a selection of the world's literary masterpieces from the Renaissance to modern times. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 1744 LA 104 MWF 11:00- 11:50A M Schiedat

ENH251 Mythology 3

Deals with the myths and legends of civilizations with the greatest influence upon the development of the literature and culture of the English speaking people, and compares those myths with myths from other cultures. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 1750 GCCN 105 MW 1:00- 2:15P R Callahan

Section 1750 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

6,9 1752 LA 108 TR 10:00- 11:15A R Callahan

ENH295 Banned Books and Censorship 3

History, motivations, and effects of censorship in a democratic society. Censorship and book banning as a method of silencing diverse voices. Critical analysis of banned or challenged literature for children and adults. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 1758 LA 105 TR 11:30- 12:45P Leskovsky

FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition 3

Scienfific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on health promotion and concepts for conveying accurate nutrition information in a professional setting. Addresses therapeutic nutrition principles for treatment of common health conditions. Includes exploration of food sources of nutrients, basic metabolism of nutrients in the human body, relationship between diet and other lifestyle factors, use of supplements, current recommendations for food selection throughout the life cycle, and use of nutrition tools for planning food intake or assessment of nutritional status. Prerequisites: None. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2397 T1 134 TR 8:30- 9:45A Staff

GLG101 Introduction to Geology I - Physical Lecture 3

A study of the kind and arrangement of materials composing the earth's crust and the geological processes at work on and within the earth's surface. Prerequisites: None.

Counts as General Studies Credit (SQ & SG) Global Awareness Credit at ASU.

Students are EXPECTED to attend lecture the 1st week of classes and should have their textbooks.

6,9 1918 PS 167 MWF 10:00- 10:50A P Nelson

GLG102 Introduction to Geology II - Historical Lecture 3

Outlines the origin and history of the earth with emphasis on North America—its dynamic, geographic, and climatic changes; animals and plants of the past; the evolution of life. Prerequisites: None.

Students are EXPECTED to attend lecture the 1st week of classes and should have their textbooks.

6,9 1924 PS 173 TR 10:00- 11:15A P Nelson

GCU221 Arizona Geography 3

The historical to modern development of Arizona. The interplay between the physical, cultural and economic factors affecting Arizona today. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2954 HU 112 MW 11:00- 12:15P S Emrick

Students enrolled in section 2959 MUST also enroll in section 2961.

GPH111 Introduction to Physical Geography 4

Spatial and functional relationships among climates, landforms, soils, water, and plants. Prerequisites: None.

6,8 2959 HU 112 TR 8:30- 9:45A S Emrick

GPH111 Laboratory for GPH111 0

6,8 2961 HU 112 T 12:00- 2:45P S Emrick

Students enrolled in section 6185 MUST also enroll in section 6187.

GPH212 Introduction to Meteorology I 3

Atmospheric processes and elements. General and local circulation, heat exchange and atmospheric moisture. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 6185 HU 112 MW 5:45- 7:00P L Newman

GPH214 Introduction to Meteorology Laboratory I 1

Basic meteorological and climatological measurements. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 6187 HU 112 MW 7:10- 8:30P L Newman

HIS104 United States History 1870 to Present 3

The political, economic, and social development of United States from Reconstruction period up to present time. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2985 CL 12 MWF 9:00- 9:50A M Rayball

HIS243 World Religions-PHI/REL243 3

The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.

6,8,9 Cleworth Enrollment in PHI243 9993 or REL243 9994 and ENG102 9991 is also required. See Learning Communities, page 64.

6,9 3008 HU 105 TR 11:30- 12:45P Saint-Amour

6,9 3010 GCCN 105 TR 1:00- 2:15P J Carleton

Section 3010 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

6,9 6203 HU 106 TR 5:45- 7:00P B Cleworth

HUM190AA Honors Forum 1

Interdisciplinary studies of selected issues confronting the individual and society. Formal lectures followed by informal discussions with outstanding scholars and social leaders. Supplemented by readings and pre- and post-forum discussion and critique. Varied content from module to module due to changing forum themes and issues. Prerequisites: Admission to the College Honors Program or Permission of the Instructor.

6,8 3026 B 107 M 10:00- 10:50A J Lane

Students must co-enroll in HUM190AA, HUM190AB, and HUM190AC.

HUM190AB Honors Forum 1

6,8 3027 B 107 W 10:00- 10:50A J Lane

Students must co-enroll in HUM190AA, HUM190AB, and HUM190AC.

HUM190AC Honors Forum 1

6,8 3028 B 107 F 10:00- 10:50A J Lane

Students must co-enroll in HUM190AA, HUM190AB, and HUM190AC.

HUM205 Introduction to Cinema-THE205 3

Survey of the history and development of the art of motion pictures, including criticism of aesthetic and technical elements. Prerequisites: None.

6 3031 GCCN 105 MW 2:30- 3:45P A Berg

Section 3031 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

HUM210 Contemporary Cinema-THE210 3

A study of contemporary films, directors and critics with emphasis on evaluating film as an art form. Prerequisites: None.

6 3035 LA 141 TR 11:30- 12:45P D Seitz

6 6215 GCCN 103 TR 5:00- 6:15P A Berg

Section 6215 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

HUM292 The Art Of Storytelling-EDU292 3

6,9 6218 CL 10 T 7:10- 9:55P C Gordon

MAT212 Brief Calculus 3

Introduction to the theory, techniques and applications of the differential and integral calculus of functions with problems related to business, life, and the social sciences. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in MAT150, or MAT151, or MAT152, or MAT187 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on District placement exam.

3,6,9 1413 MA 101 MWF 11:00- 11:50A T Foley

MAT225 Elementary Linear Algebra 3

Introduction to matrices, systems of linear equations, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations and eigenvalues. Emphasizes the development of computational skills. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in MAT212 or MAT220, or MAT221, or equivalent.

3,6,9 1425 MA 126 TR 11:30- 12:45P L Watkins

MAT230 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II 5

Techniques of integration for both proper and improper integrals with applications to the physical and social sciences, elements of analytic geometry, and the analysis of sequences and series. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in MAT220 or MAT221 or equivalent.

3,6,9 1428 MA 104 MTWRF 10:00- 10:50A A Dudley

MHL140 Survey of Music History 3

Study of composers, compositions, styles, and periods in music history. Prerequisites: None.

3,6,9 2138 MU2 151 MWF 8:00- 8:50A Langsford

MHL145 American Jazz and Popular Music 3

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

3,6,9 2141 MU2 151 TR 8:30- 9:45A D Smith

MHL242 Music History and Literature 1750 to Present 3

In-depth study of music history from the Classical period through the Contemporary period. Prerequisites: MHL241 or permission of instructor.

3,6 2148 MU2 151 MWF 9:00- 9:50A D Smith

PHI101 Introduction to Philosophy 3

General consideration of human nature and the nature of the universe. Knowledge, perception, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God. Prerequisites: None.

3,6 1001 B 207 MWF 9:00- 9:50A R Hubbard

PHI216 Environmental Ethics 3

Philosophical consideration of diverse theories and perspectives on the environment, and application of these theories to global moral issues such as animal rights, preservation of wilderness and species, population, world hunger and poverty, and air and water pollution. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107, or equivalent.

3,6,9 1026 HU 105 MWF 11:00- 11:50A Saint-Amour

PHI218 Philosophy of Sexuality 3

Philosophical examination of sexuality in human life. Historical and critical survey of philosophical and theological views. Comparison and evaluation of contemporary theories about the nature of sexual desire and sexual acts. Implications of theories for contemporary moral problems. Prerequisites: None.

3,6,9 3436 HTA 3 MW 12:00- 2:40P J Waskow

Section 3436 meets 8 weeks 01/14 - 03/04.

PHI243 World Religions-HIS/REL243 3

6,8,9 9993 LA 141 MWF 11:00- 11:50A B Cleworth

Enrollment in HIS243 9992 or REL243 9994 and ENG102 9991 is also required. See Learning Communities, page 64. ,br>

6,9 1050 HU 105 TR 11:30- 12:45P Saint-Amour,br>

6,9 1052 GCCN 105 TR 1:00- 2:15P J Carleton

Section 1052 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

6,9 5009 HU 106 TR 5:45- 7:00P B Cleworth

POS120 World Politics 3

Introduction to the principles and issues relating to the study of international relations. Evaluation of the political, economic, national, and transnational rationale for international interactions. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 3046 HTA 6 MWF 11:00- 11:50A W Lamkin

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3

To acquaint the student with basic principles, methods and fields of psychology such as learning, memory, emotion, perception, physiological, developmental, intelligence, social and abnormal. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2262 GCCN 104 TR 10:00- 11:15A Brandt-Williams

Section 2262 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

6,9 2267 LS 142 TR 11:30- 12:45P Diaz-Lefebvre

6,9 5601 HTA 6 MW 5:45- 7:00P S Wise

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts and nations. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. Emphasis on applications of behavioral and cognitive principles to enhance interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 2279 HTA 9 MWF 12:00- 12:50P P Laubach

6,9 2282 GCCN 104 TR 11:30- 12:45P Brandt-Williams

Section 2282 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

PSY240 Developmental Psychology 3

Human development from conception through adulthood. Includes: physical, cognitive, emotional and social capacities that develop at various ages. Recommended for students majoring in nursing, education, pre-med, and psychology. Prerequisites: PSY101 with a grade of "C" or better or permission of the instructor.

3,6,9 2298 FW 52 MWF 10:00- 10:50A Van Marche

REL243 World Religions-HIS/PHI243 3

6,8,9 9994 LA 141 MWF 11:00- 11:50A B Cleworth

Enrollment in PHI243 9993 or HIS243 9992 and ENG102 9991 is also required. See Learning Communities, page 64.

6,9 1096 HU 105 TR 11:30- 12:45P Saint-Amour

6,9 1098 GCCN 105 TR 1:00- 2:15P J Carleton

Section 1098 is held off-campus at GCC North, 5727 W. Happy Valley Road.

6,9 5025 HU 106 TR 5:45- 7:00P B Cleworth

REL290 Women and Religion-WST290 3

The role of women in several organized religions and/or religious sects, including a study of myth and symbols as they are used to establish, maintain, and enforce sex-roles within specific religions. Prerequisites: None.

World Religions recommended as a precursor to this class.

6,9 1108 HTA 3 TR 8:30- 9:45A J Waskow

SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 3

Fundamental concepts of social organization, culture, socialization, social institutions and social change. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 3085 CL 12 TR 1:00- 2:15P G Sims

SOC140 Racial and Ethnic Minorities 3

Contemporary/Historical racial and ethnic intergroup relations emphasizing cultural origins, developments, and problems of minority groups in the United States. Prerequisites: None.

6,9 6347 HTA 3 TR 5:45- 7:00P Staff

SPA102 Elementary Spanish II 4

Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: SPA101 or departmental approval.

3,6,9 1250 HU 111 MTWR 8:00- 8:50A G Borras

THE205 Introduction to Cinema-HUM205 3