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ITECH1101OL - Computer Applications for Liberal Arts

This course introduces students to fundamental hardware concepts in the use of microcomputers and to some practical applications of software. The course focuses primarily on word processing, spreadsheets and business charts and presentation software using the Microsoft Office products on both the Windows and Macintosh platforms. The course examines the use of computers for communication and collaboration including e-mail, conferencing software and the Internet for exploring the resources of the World Wide Web. Students participate in group discussions using Blackboard Vista groupware, work with computerized library databases and make decisions about the purchase of hardware, software and service providers. Assignment to ITECH1101 is based on performance on the Computer Literacy Test.  4 credits
For GPP students, counts as MGMT6109 - Intro to Computers

Session: Summer 1
Faculty: Rodica Neamtu

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RELIG1111OL - Introduction to the Bible (R)

The Christian Bible consists of two parts: the first Testament contains those sacred texts that comprise the Jewish Bible, and the second Testament adds the early Christian writings held sacred by the Church. This course explores the meaning of these texts to believing communities today by examining the cultural, theological and historical influences that shaped them. Students become acquainted with the basic plot, characters, literary forms, religious institutions, theology and ethical teachings of the Bible. 4 credits
For GPP students, fills the one religious studies course requirement or one of the three required humanities courses.

Session: Summer 1
Faculty: Jaime Vidaurrazaga

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POLSCI1401OL - Introduction to International Relations (SA)

The course introduces students to the dynamics of the interrelationships in the international arena. It examines the interactions of states and international organizations as well as sub-national actors such as guerrilla groups. The course explores the theoretical concepts used to explain the international system and applies them to international politics today in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Latin America. 4 credits
For GPP students, counts as a General Elective.

Session: Summer 1
Faculty: Petros Vamvakas

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PSYCH1501OL - General Psychology (SA)

This course introduces the broad field of psychology by surveying a wide range of topics, including personality, development, motivation, emotion, adjustment, cognition, consciousness, the nature of psychological research, social problems and behavioral disorders. The objective is for students to gain a base of knowledge, which they will broaden and deepen in other psychology courses. 4 credits
For GPP students, counts as a General Elective.

Session: Summer 1
Faculty: Jonna Kwiatkowski

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ART1202OL - Survey of Western Art II (A)

This course is a chronological survey of the major periods of Western art from the Renaissance to the present. Works of architecture, painting and sculpture are studied within the context of the particular historical environments in which they were produced. Students analyze and interpret their technical, formal, and expressive characteristics and assess their values as evidence of cultural attitudes. 4 credits
For GPP students, fills one of the three required humanities courses.

Session: Summer 2
Faculty: Cynthia Fowler

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MATH1117OL - Introduction to Statistics (QA)

This is an introductory course in statistics. It presents the concepts, techniques, and methods used in the description and analysis of data, and in statistical inference. The fundamental ideas of probability theory as required for the study of statistical methods are presented, as well as many applications. Fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: Completion of college computer literacy requirement and satisfactory score on foundation skills assessment of MATH 1101.   4 credits
For GPP students, counts as MATH6117 - Intro to Statistics.

Session: Summer 2
Faculty: Matthew Tom

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PHIL2101OL - Problems of Philosophy (M)

This course discusses fundamental problems in philosophy, problems which recur with each generation: the nature of reality, the existence of God, the nature of the self, life after death, the nature and foundations of society, right and wrong, good and evil, the meaning of life and the nature of knowledge. Major philosophers from various historical periods are discussed but the emphasis is on how answers to their questions affect the basic beliefs and world view of students.  4 credits
For GPP students, fills one of the three required humanities courses.

Session: Summer 2
Faculty: Michelle Maiese

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