111 College Algebra-4 hours. Topics to be emphasized include: Polynomials, rational algebraic expressions, graphs, inequalities, theory of equations and matrices. Special attention is focused on functions and the utilization of appropriate technology. This course satisfies the A2 category of the University's Core curriculum but does not apply toward the major or minor in mathematics. Prerequisites: MATH 100 (grade of C or better) or satisfactory placement score.  NOTE: A TI-83,TI-83 Plus or TI-84 graphing calculator is required for this course. Course coordinator: Mrs. Judy Wells
F, Sp, Su

This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

Introduction to Public Speaking (3) Principles and practices of oral communications with selected experiences in their use. F, Sp, Su

ENG 101 Rhetoric and Composition I: Critical Thinking (3) A course in the critical arts of reading, writing, reflection, and discussion with an introduction to rhetoric and informal logic. Meets University Core Curriculum Goal A1: Composition/ Speech and A3 Critical Thinking. Prereq: A minimum grade of a "C" in ENG 100 or appropriate placement based on such factors as the RCPE score, high school GPA, high school class rank, and DRP. Basic keyboarding skills required. F, Sp, Su

For courses meeting this requirement, refer to section b3 of http://www.usi.edu/LIBARTS/uccore/courses.asp

PSY 201 Introduction to Psychology (3) A survey of basic concepts and methods of psychology as a behavioral science and seeks to develop an understanding of the individual and social forces that influence and direct behavior. Prereq for all other psychology courses. F, Sp, Su

141 Principles of Chemistry (4) Selected principles and applications of inorganic, physical, organic, and biochemistry with laboratory experiments illustrating the principles covered. Prerequisite: working knowledge of algebra. (3-1) F, Sp, Su

This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

For courses meeting this requirement, refer to section B2 of http://www.usi.edu/LIBARTS/uccore/courses.asp

ENG 201 Rhetoric and Composition II: Argumentation (3) A second course in the critical arts of reading, writing, reflection, and discussion emphasizing the responsibilities of written inquiry and structured reasoning. Meets University Core Curriculum Goal A1: Composition/Speech. Prereq: ENG 101 or approved equivalent. F, Sp, Su

For courses meeting this requirement, refer to section C4 of http://www.usi.edu/LIBARTS/uccore/courses.asp

SOC 121 Principles of Sociology (3) An examination of social dynamics and consequences of social life. The main topics are culture, social groups, socialization, deviance, social stratification, race relations, gender, and family. It is required of majors and minors. No prereq. F, Sp, Su

121 Human Anatomy and Physiology I  - 3 hours. An introduction to biological and chemical principles as they apply to the human body. Lectures and laboratory work will cover cellular anatomy and physiology, tissues, and the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine. (2-1) F, Sp, Su  Prereq: College Chemistry strongly recommended or concurrent.

This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

Health Professions (HP) 115*
Medical Terminology For The Health Professions – 2 credit hours
This course focuses on the study of the prefixes, suffixes, and root words commonly found in the field of medicine and health care.

This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

376 Principles and Applications in Nutrition (3) Principles and Applications in Nutrition emphasize the relationships among the nutrients and how homeostatic relationships are maintained in the healthy person. Students will learn more about themselves and their health in an effort to use this knowledge to improve their health. This knowledge of nutrition will allow the student to personalize information to fit their lifestyle. Special attention to nutrition for the developing human and lectures focusing on nutrition counseling will address the needs of the dental hygiene student and other health professionals seeking concepts in applied nutrition. Prereq: MATH 108 and CHEM 107 recommended. F, Sp, Su

This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

For courses meeting this requirement, refer to section C5 of http://www.usi.edu/LIBARTS/uccore/courses.asp

For courses meeting this requirement, refer to section C4 of http://www.usi.edu/LIBARTS/uccore/courses.asp

122 Human Anatomy and Physiology II - 3 hours. A continuation of Biology 121 consisting of lectures and laboratory work concerning the following systems: respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, excretory, and reproductive. (2-1) F, Sp, Su  Prereq: Biol 121 required.

272 Medical Microbiology - 3 hours. The structure, physiology, and general characteristics of medically important microorganisms. Included will be a study of host defense mechanisms, infections of human systems, control of infection, and development of microbiological techniques. Primarily for students in nursing, dental hygiene, and respiratory therapy. (2-1) F, Sp  Prereq: One college chemistry course and one college course in Human Anatomy and/or Physiology or BIOL152 or equivalent.
This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

302 Biostatistics (3) The course provides students with an introduction
to assessing the magnitude, reliability, validity, and precision of
associations (e.g., between exposures and disease) and making inferences
about target populations using data from samples in the health
professions. Topics include probability and sampling distribution,
research design and analysis of variance, regression and correlation, stochastic
processes, and frequency distributions. Prereq: MATH 111.

An introduction to modern therapeutic drugs. dosage forms, sources, prescriptions, and metabolism are covered first, then students study human physiological systems and the most important drugs used to affect these systems. Emergency and new drugs are included. Open to all health professions and biology students.
Prereq: BIOL 121 or consent of instructor. F, Sp

This course must be completed by the end of the spring semester in the year the student desires admission into the Program.

For courses meeting this requirement, refer to section C1 of http://www.usi.edu/LIBARTS/uccore/courses.asp