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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Master Course List

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✽ - Applies to CMC AA/AS degree

◆ - Colorado State Guaranteed Transfer Course

For more information see About Our Degrees .

NOTE: Not all courses are offered at every campus each term. Not all programs/courses are available at every campus and may require travel to another campus or access via technology-enhanced modalities (web conference, hybrid, or online).
 

Outdoor Studies OUT
  

  • ✽ OUT 2087 - Internship: Outdoor Leadership

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides work experience for students to gain practical work experience related to their educational program.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-130A, OUT-287
    COOP 45 Contact hours per credit
  

  • ✽ OUT 2089 - Capstone: Integrating Outdoor Leadership

    4.0 Credits

    This capstone course emphasizes how outdoor recreation leadership can be integrated into future employment opportunities as well as future educational plans. Students will develop a professional portfolio including a summation of activities at CMC such as class notes, syllabi, exams and quizzes, research papers, earned certificates, handouts, and professional resume and will take a comprehensive academic exit exam and a comprehensive skills exit exam.

     
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-295, OUT-289
    LEC 30 Contact hours LAB 60 Contact hours

  

  • ✽ OUT 2095 - Human Dimensions in Outdoor Recreation

    3.0 Credits
    This course is a survey of the interaction between humans and the environment with emphasis placed upon the management, leadership, ethics, and facilitation of the human/natural resource and outdoor recreation experience interface.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-295
    LECLB 67.5 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2160 - Mountain Bike Leadership

    2.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: OUT 1160  or equivalent with a grade of C- or higher.
    Introduces students to the fundamentals of teaching and guiding beginning to intermediate mountain bikers. Leadership, group dynamics, and risk management themes are stressed as students improve their existing riding skills through a progression that will ready them to mentor novice and moderate riders. Bike styles, specifications, and components will be reviewed, and students will learn more advanced maintenance and repair skills required when teaching and guiding.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-226
    LECLB 45 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2315 - Whitewater Paddling Leadership

    4.0 Credits
    Develops the knowledge and skills necessary to instruct and safely lead a group on a whitewater paddling experience using either whitewater rafts or kayaks. You must be at least 17 years old on the first day of class to take this course.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-240, OUT-215
    LECLB 90 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2330 - River Orientation II

    2.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: OUT 1330  or OUT 1365  minimum grade C- or higher; or instructor permission. Minimum age 17.
    This course provides advanced-level experience in whitewater raft handling and water reading skills through direct experiences on selected rivers. Students will learn advanced rafting techniques, river trip planning, advanced river safety procedures, equipment, logistics, camp management, hazard evaluation, minimum impact techniques, and the natural history of river environments. Added emphasis will be placed on approaching material from the professional river guide’s perspective. Minimum age 17.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-218
    LAB 60 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2335 - Kayak Touring Leadership

    4.0 Credits
    Provides basic and intermediate sea kayaking skills. Students will learn boating skills, kayaking packing, safety evaluation and avoidance, navigation, terminology, basic paddle strokes, bracing, launching and landing in flat water, marine communication protocols, deep water wet exits and assisted/unassisted wet entries, safe and efficient kayak touring, leadership and judgment related to sea kayaking, rough water capsize procedures, towing, launching and landing in moderate surf, tides and currents, rough water assisted/unassisted entries, Eskimo rolls, Maritime Rules of the Road, teaching techniques, safety, group management on the water, rescue, transporting injured boaters, and ethics. You must be at least 17 years old on the first day of class to take this course.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-230, OUT-210
    LECLB 90 Contact hours
  

  •    OUT 2360 - Professional Fly Fish Guide II

    2.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: OUT 1360  with a grade of C- or higher.
    This course introduces the higher-level skill-set required for a successful fly fishing guided experience. Topics will include lake and river dynamics, fly tying, effects of weather on guided experiences, guiding clients to the best fishing locations via wading, floating, moving water, using a variety of both hard and inflatable boats. Other topics include the presentation of the fly, successfully striking the fish, catch and release techniques, risk management, etiquette, permitting, and type of related careers.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-217, OUT-123
    LECLB 45 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2510 - Rock Climbing II

    2.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Prior completion of OUT 1500  or OUT 1505  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Introduces lead climbing skills and techniques, problem-solving skills, and physical fitness.  Emphasizes the general principles of lead climbing, proper usage of equipment, development of lead climbing skills and techniques, climbing ethics and safety, and terminology. Students must be at least 18 years of age on the first day of class to take this course.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-151, OUT-132
    LAB 60 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2520 - Ice Climbing II

    1.0 Credits
    This course continues to develop proficiency in technical ice climbing, including equipment selection and safety, knots, belaying and climbing, rappelling and climbing safety. Safe, fast, and efficient ice climbing, leadership, ice climbing site management, and judgment development will be emphasized.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-130
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2630 - Telemark Skiing II

    1.0 Credits
    This course provides instruction in intermediate telemark skiing techniques. Topics include ski travel on intermediate terrain. Safe and efficient backcountry telemark skills, judgement, leadership, communication, group handling, and telemark ski technique will be emphasized.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-148
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2640 - Alpine Skiing II

    1.0 Credits
    Presents an advanced skiing course designed for students who are ready for advanced instruction in parallel skiing. The course will consist of a combination of on the snow classes at an established ski area and classroom instruction at the college. Students will be divided into small groups and assigned to instructors based on demonstrated skiing ability. All on snow instruction will be by certified ski instructors employed by the ski area.
    Prev. Course Codes: OUT-150
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ OUT 2650 - Snowboarding II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: OUT 1652  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Introduces advanced snowboarding designed for those with prior snowboarding experience and can link skidded turns with good speed and control on green and blue terrain. Covers a combination of on the snow classes at an established ski area and classroom instruction at the college. Students are assigned to small groups based on their present snowboarding ability. Snow instruction is taught by certified ski instructors.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-154, PAC-118, PAC-119C, PED-134, OUT-153
    LAB 30 Contact hours

Paralegal PAR
  

  •    PAR 1115 - Introduction to Law

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides an understanding of the role of paralegals, issues facing paralegals, the working of the legal system, and ethical questions. Legal terminology and an overview of the substantive areas of law will be discussed.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-115
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 1116 - Torts

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Focuses on tort law, including negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability, with an emphasis on personal injury litigation.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-116
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 1117 - Family Law

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Emphasizes domestic law, common property, dissolutions, adoptions, legal separation, and other family law issues.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-117
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 1118 - Contracts

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Examines the basic principles of contract law.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-118
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 1125 - Property Law

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Focuses on real estate law, ownership, sale, leasing, financing and government regulation of land.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-125
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 1127 - Legal Ethics

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Explores the parameters of professional responsibilities and value systems for paralegals and related occupations.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-127
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 2087 - Cooperative Education

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides students an opportunity to gain practical experience in applying their occupational skills and/or to develop specific skills in a practical work setting. The instructor will work with the student to select an appropriate work site, establish learning objectives, and to coordinate learning activities with the employer or work site supervisor.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-287
    COOP 135 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 2089 - Capstone

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Emphasizes a synthesis of the information and skills that students learned throughout their paralegal studies.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-289
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 2201 - Civil Litigation

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PAR 1115  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Focuses on an intensive study of the legal process including the Federal and Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-201
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 2206 - Business Organizations

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PAR 1115  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Focuses on the study of the major types of business organizations.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-206
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 2213 - Legal Research & Writing I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides an introduction to legal research and writing.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-213
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PAR 2214 - Legal Research & Writing II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Take PAR 2213  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Serves as an advanced course in legal research and writing.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAR-214
    LEC 45 Contact hours

Pharmacy Technician PHT
  

  •    PHT 1010 - Pharmacy Calculations

    1.0 Credits
    Provides the pharmacy technician student with a math preview necessary for pharmaceutical calculations and reviews necessary pharmaceutical terminology.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-113
    LEC 15 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1011 - Introduction to Pharmacy

    3.0 Credits
    Introduces the practice of pharmacy and the work that pharmacy technicians perform. The course provides an overview of careers within the field; educational, certification and accreditation requirements; ethical and legal responsibilities; pharmacology; as well as a variety of issues that touch on attitudes, values and beliefs of successful pharmacy technicians.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-111
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1012 - Pharmacy Law and Ethics

    2.0 Credits
    Introduces the laws, regulations and agencies that pertain to pharmacy practice and the role that technicians play to ensure compliance. Establishes a foundation of ethical behavior and decision making and discusses the consequences of violating laws and ethical principles.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-112
    LEC 30 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1013 - Communication & Professionalism for Pharmacy Technicians

    1.0 Credits
    Provides fundamental components of theoretical and applied aspects of personal and interpersonal communication related to pharmacy practice. Theoretical aspects include such topics as communication perceptions and barriers, listening, responding, assertiveness and non-verbal communication. Applied aspects include such techniques as role-playing, group discussion and interviewing. This course also examines the methods and practice of interviewing with respect to the roles and functions of both interviewee and interviewer.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-117
    LEC 15 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1014 - Computer Skills for Pharmacy Technicians

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces basic pharmacy and computer terminology and applications of a pharmacy management system. Focuses on the practice of pharmacy and the multiple operations that contribute to safe and effective patient care, and discusses the roles and responsibilities of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in computer-based systems. This course includes integration of an actual pharmacy operation application to allow hands-on technical experience.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-114
    LEC 15 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1015 - Pharmacology I

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1011  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Presents the fundamentals of pharmacology, the pharmacokinetic phases, and the basic concepts of normal body function. This course examines diseases which impact the various body systems and the drugs used to treat such diseases, emphasizing disease state management and drug therapy.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-115
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1016 - Pharmacology II

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1015  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Examines the disease states which impact the various body systems and the drugs used to treat such diseases. This course emphasizes disease state management and drug therapy. Serves as the second part of the two-part presentation of the basic concepts of pharmacology.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-118
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1017 - Drug Classification

    3.0 Credits
    Introduces the different ways drugs are classified. This course examines the drug development process, dosage forms, and routes of administration.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-207
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1035 - Pharmaceutical Calculations & Compounding Techniques

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1010 , PHT 1015 , and PHT 1016  with a grade of C- or higher; or permission of the instructor.
    Develops the skills necessary to perform calculations essential to the duties of pharmacy technicians in a variety of contemporary settings. This course also applies these skills in hands-on compounding of pharmaceutical products emphasizing the importance of accuracy, quality and infection control.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-235
    LEC 60 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 1070 - Clinical: Institutional

    1.0 - 12.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1010 , PHT 1015 , and PHT 1016  with a grade of C- or higher; or permission of the instructor.
    Provides an opportunity for the completion of practical work experience related to the educational program.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-170
    COOP 45 Contact hrs per credit
  

  •    PHT 1071 - Clinical: Community

    1.0 - 12.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1010 , PHT 1015 , and PHT 1016  with a grade of C- or higher; or permission of the instructor.
    Provides an opportunity for the completion of practical work experience related to the educational program.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-171
    COOP 45 Contact hrs per credit
  

  •    PHT 2005 - Certification Review

    0.5 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1010 , PHT 1015 , PHT 1016 , PHT 1070 , and PHT 1071  with a grade of C- or higher; or permission of the instructor.
    Reviews requirements for the national pharmacy technician certification exam.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-205
    LEC 7.5 Contact hours
  

  •    PHT 2050 - Sterile Compounding and Aseptic Technique

    2.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHT 1010 , PHT 1015 , and PHT 1016  with a grade of C- or higher; or permission of the instructor.
    Provides overview of methods and regulation of sterile products as well as instruction and training for the mastery of aseptic technique and the successful production of sterile preparations. This course prepares students for passing process validation checklists and provides comprehensive coverage of all procedures and techniques related to the skill sets necessary for sterile compounding.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHT-250
    LEC 30 Contact hours

Philosophy PHI
  

  • ◆ PHI 1011 - Introduction to Philosophy (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Introduces significant theoretical and practical questions and emphasizes understanding the meaning and methods of philosophy. Includes: the human condition, logic, reality, knowledge, freedom, history, ethics, and religion. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-151, PHI-111
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 1012 - Ethics (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Examines human life, experience, and thought in order to discover and develop the principles and values for pursuing a more fulfilled existence. Theories designed to justify ethical judgments are applied to a selection of contemporary personal and social issues. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-152, PHI-112
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 1013 - Logic (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Studies effective thinking using language-oriented logic. Provides tools and develops skills for creative and critical thinking and the formal analysis of arguments. Emphasizes the development of decision-making and problem-solving. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-153, PHI-113
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 1014 - Comparative Religions (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Introduces students to the similarities and differences among concepts predominant in the major world religions, comparing sociological, philosophical, and phenomenological similarities between major world faiths. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-115, PHI-114
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 1015 - World Religions - West (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Introduces the student to the common and different concepts predominant in the major world religions. Includes sociological, political, psychological, and philosophical aspects of a variety of belief systems. Focuses on the concept of religion as a cultural system, and a way that people make sense of a complex world. Particular emphasis is placed on how myths, legends, and folk tales reveal religious concerns. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-115
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 1016 - World Religions - East (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Emphasizes the diversity and richness of Eastern religions within a cross-cultural context. Concepts such as fate, reincarnation, enlightenment, and morality are analyzed. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-116
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PHI 1017 - Psychology of Religion

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Focuses on the application of psychological principles and theories to religious phenomena, including religious practices, beliefs, and rituals. Introduces an historical appreciation of psychologists’ attempts to understand religion, continues with an exploration of select theories, and concludes with an analysis of modern problems and future directions.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-117
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PHI 1075 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-270PE, PHI-175
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit
  

  • ◆ PHI 2014 - Philosophy of Religion (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Focuses on the critical examination of the fundamental concepts, ideas, and implications of religion. Includes the nature of God, the varieties of religious experience, argument concerning God’s existence, the Problem of Evil, faith and reason, religion and human destiny, and the connection between religion and ethics. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-145, PHI-214
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 2018 - Environmental Ethics (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Analyzes theories of the value of the natural world. Topics may include the relation between scientific and moral principles; theories of the moral worth of persons, animals, plants, and other natural objects; historical, religious, and cultural influences on conceptions of nature; alternative accounts of human relationships and responsibilities to nature; and the connection between moral and political values and economic policies. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-218
    LEC 45 Clock hours
  

  • ◆ PHI 2020 - Philosophy of Death & Dying (GT-AH3)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Explores the major philosophical questions surrounding death and dying, the metaphysical arguments for and against the existence of the soul, life after bodily death, the major ethical theories and their relation to issues of physician-assisted suicide, care for the dying, the grieving process, death as expressed in aesthetics and contemporary society, as well as the existential contributions concerning meaning of life and the meaning of death. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH3 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-220
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PHI 2050 - Eastern Wisdom

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Covers fundamental theories of Indian, Chinese, Japanese, and Muslim metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics focusing on the development of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shintoism as well as Islam’s development in the East.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-250
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    PHI 2075 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHI-275
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit

Physical Education PED
  

  • ✽ PED 1001 - Conditioning Lab

    1.0 Credits
    Offers an independent self-paced format of conditioning exercises to meet individual needs. Emphasizes the value of lifetime fitness and its contribution to achieving personal health and wellness. Students utilize cardio-respiratory, muscular strength, and endurance exercises to promote positive changes in health-related fitness components.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-112, PED-101
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1002 - Weight Training I

    1.0 Credits
    Offers basic instruction and practice in weight training. Students utilize weight training equipment in accordance with their abilities and goals. Emphasizes weight training equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, and basic program design for men and women.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-196A, PAC-196, PAC-151Q, PED-116, PED-102
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1003 - Weight Training II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 1002  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Offers guided instruction and independent practice in weight training for men and women. Students practice various weight training techniques in accordance with their abilities. Emphasizes physiological considerations, equipment orientation, correct lifting techniques, program design, and nutrition.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-197, PAC-152Q, PED-103
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1005 - Fitness Circuit Training

    1.0 Credits
    Examines a number of different circuit training programs. Emphasizes the development of cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and a healthy body composition to meet individual needs.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-105
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1020 - Aerobics I

    1.0 Credits
    This level of aerobic exercise increases the student’s aerobic endurance and further explains the components of aerobic conditioning. Charting and developing cardiovascular rates is stressed.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-167, PED-217, PED-120
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1022 - Step Aerobics

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces basic step aerobics and exercise techniques to improve physical fitness. Emphasizes the basic principles of step aerobics including the effects upon the cardio-respiratory system and skeletal muscles, various step patterns, and choreography.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-121, PED-122
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1025 - Ski Conditioning

    1.0 Credits
    This is an individual conditioning program that builds both aerobic and muscle strength and promotes flexibility for the student planning to participate in either alpine or nordic skiing.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-113, PAC-121, PAC-151, PED-206, PED-125
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1029 - Zumba

    1.0 Credits
    Zumba is a compilation of high energy, motivating music with unique moves and choreography combinations. Zumba fuses Latin and International music and dance themes to create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-233, PED-129
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1039 - Beginning Telemark Skiing

    1.0 Credits
    Provides instruction in the basic techniques of the telemark turn on gentle terrain using cross country skis.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-148, PAC-110, PAC-107, PAC-151CT, PED-139
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1041 - Pilates Matwork I

    1.0 Credits
    Focuses on Pilates matwork to increase core strength, overall muscle tone, and flexibility with focused and precise floor work techniques. A physical education class built upon the philosophies and exercises of Joseph Pilates.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-145, PED-141
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1042 - Pilates Matwork II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 1041  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Builds upon the philosophies and exercises of Joseph Pilates. Pilates Matwork is a prerequisite, as this course builds upon basic techniques learned therein. Core strength, flexibility, overall muscle tone and balance are the goals of the matwork.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-245, PED-142
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1043 - Yoga I

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces the history and philosophy of yoga, fundamental principles of alignment, breath work, and meditation through guided practice. Course focuses on demonstrating safety and stability within each pose.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-201, PAC-151R, PED-147, PED-143
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1044 - Yoga II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 1043  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Builds on the concepts of basic yoga. This course emphasizes cultivating discernment, awareness, self-regulation, and higher consciousness in the individual.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-202, PED-148, PED-144
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1050 - Fitness Walking

    1.0 Credits
    This class is designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen all major muscle groups. This low impact, aerobic walking will also build endurance.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-189, PED-226, PED-150
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1061 - Tai Chi I

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces Tai Chi as an expression of understanding of self-control, exercise, and self-defense. The primary emphasis is to gain an understanding of the history (origins and changes) of Tai Chi, the movements and their names, application of movements, and terminology.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAA-115, PED-143, PED-161
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1062 - Tai Chi II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 1061  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Emphasizes the instruction of Tai Chi from a practical and scientific approach with illustrations of applications for each of the movements in daily life. Cardiovascular training, strength and flexibility training, balance, and coordination are integral parts of the Tai Chi training. In addition, psycho-social skills such as meditation, relaxation, and self-efficiency are covered.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAA-116, PED-144, PED-162
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1063 - Martial Arts I

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces basic martial arts techniques and forms designed to improve the physical and mental capacity of an individual. Enables the student to gain an understanding of the basic philosophies and concepts around the martial arts and the approach to ethics.
    Prev. Course Codes: MAA-111A, MAR-111A, MAR-151A, PED-146, PED-163
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 1064 - Martial Arts II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 1063  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Presents an empty-hand form of self-defense using all parts of the body in various blocking, kicking, punching and striking techniques against one or more assailants. The style of Karate taught will be Tae Kwon Do. Based on the results of an initial skills test, each student will be assigned two additional kicks, one additional jump kick, and one pattern. Intermediate sparring and self-defense techniques will be taught. Each student will be assigned a goal that they will strive to achieve by the end of the course.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-164
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  •    PED 1075 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-175
    LAB 30 Contact hours per credit
  

  • ✽ PED 2000 - Swimming I

    1.0 Credits
    Teaches the fundamentals of swimming including the front crawl, elementary backstroke, back crawl, and the fundamentals of treading water. Students may also be introduced to the breaststroke and sidestroke and the basics of turning at a wall. This course is for the non-swimmer or novice swimmer looking to improve aquatic skills.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-165, PAC-141, PAC-151G, PED-108, PED-200
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2002 - Golf I

    1.0 Credits
    This course is a basic course in golf designed for those who have had little or no formal instruction or for those with some experience who are interested in improving some aspect of their game. Driving range, putting green, and on course play are included.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-164, PAC-136, PAC-151F, PED-100, PED-202
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2004 - Fencing I

    1.0 Credits
    Presents a beginning course in the art and skill of fencing.  Topical discussions and practical uses of appropriate equipment, rules, safety, footwork, and defensive/attack strategies will be covered.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-204
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2005 - Fencing II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 2004  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Continues the course in the art and skill of fencing.  Topical discussions and practical uses of appropriate equipment, rules, safety, footwork, and defensive/attack strategies will be covered.  The focus of this course will be on the tactical wheel and bouting.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-205
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2008 - Tennis I

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces tennis and focuses on improving the skill level of the student. Emphasizes the elements of tennis including the rules of the game, groundstrokes, serving, the various shots, and singles and doubles play and strategies.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-157, PAC-131, PAC-151E, PED-106, PED-208
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2009 - Tennis II

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 2008  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Introduces advanced instruction and practice for students who already have playing experience and skill in the basic strokes. Emphasizes learning the lob, smash, half-volley, serve variations and tennis strategy for singles and doubles.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-135, PED-209
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2011 - Bowling

    1.0 Credits
    Introduces bowling fundamentals to improve the student’s skill level. The primary emphasis is on teaching the student the elements of bowling, rules and regulations, footwork, courtesies, delivery, selection of ball, scoring, and team and individual competition.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-125, PED-211
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2016 - Physical Conditioning

    1.0 Credits
    This course is a fitness program combining movement/exercise with an understanding of how exercise contributes to health.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-171, PAC-151NA, PED-218, PED-216
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2019 - Dance Exercise

    1.0 Credits
    This class uses dance and stretch exercises from a variety of dance techniques (ballet, modern, jazz) to develop personal fitness.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-181, PAC-151NJ, PED-219
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2021 - Dynamic Workout

    1.0 Credits
    This course is designed for those who want to increase flexibility and improve muscle tone through proper exercise techniques using mat work. Body alignment, breathing, and work on the abdominals, hips, and thighs will be emphasized.
    Prev. Course Codes: PAC-191, PAC-151NV, PED-221
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2023 - Beginning Mountaineering

    1.0 Credits
    Covered in this course are basic skills required for non-technical mountaineering, which include the alpine environment, route finding, and hiking skills. Safety will be stressed.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-223
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2024 - Basic Mountaineering

    2.0 Credits
    Students will be familiarized with equipment selection and skills of snow climbing and rock climbing.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-224
    LAB 60 Contact hours
  

  •    PED 2037 - Varsity Sports: Beginning Ski Racing

    1.0 Credits
    Allows the student-athlete an opportunity to participate in a competitive varsity sports program. This course is designed to improve the skills of the Alpine Campus ski team members in training and competitive activities.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-137, PED-237
    LEC 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2043 - Advanced Telemark Skiing

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: OUT 2630  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Using nordic equipment specifically designed for telemark alpine skiing, techniques for telemark skiing in all terrains and a variety of conditions will be provided.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-150, PED-145, PED-243
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2046 - Advanced Pilates

    1.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PED 1042  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Sustaining core stability through breath, 3rd-level cueing for abdominal connection, spinal flexibility, and focus during class. Incorporates Pilates principles into everyday life and recreational activities. Builds endurance and finesse form.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-246
    LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PED 2060 - Advanced Ski Racing

    2.0 Credits
    Develops racing skills in Slalom and Giant Slalom, or Nordic skiing.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-242, PED-260
    LAB 60 Contact hours
  

  •    PED 2075 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue special topics of interest. The content of this course is designed on an as needed basis to provide current, up-to-date information.
    Prev. Course Codes: PED-270AF, PED-270MT, PED-270SN, PED-270AF, PED-270SN, PED-270MT, PED-275
    LAB 30 Contact hours per credit

Physics PHY
  

  • ◆ PHY 1105 - Conceptual Physics (GT-SC1)

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Focuses on mechanics, heat, properties of matter, electricity and magnetism, light and modern physics. Incorporates laboratory experience. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-105
    LEC 45 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHY 1107 - Energy Science & Technology (GT-SC1)

    4.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides an in-depth look at the science of energy and energy technologies, with a focus on renewable energy resources and clean technologies. The state of world energy use will provide a context to discuss the need for expansion of renewable energy technology. The course will provide a background in the physics of energy, non-renewable energy methods, the problems of energy transfer and loss, and look at the future utilization of these technologies. This lab-based course will provide the student with the opportunity to explore energy through hands-on activities. Student learning activities may include labs concerning conservation of energy; testing mechanical, electrical, heat and fluid power systems; energy transfer and loss; understanding energy audits; testing solar collectors and wind generators; and investigating hydrogen fuel cells.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-107
    LEC 45 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHY 1111 - Physics: Algebra-Based I with Lab (GT-SC1)

    5.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: MAT 1340  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Covers the physics of mechanics and requires application of classical physics to both mathematical and conceptual problems. Major topics include kinematics in one and two dimensions, Newton’s Laws, circular motion, work and energy, impulse and momentum, and rotational mechanics. This course may also include topics relating to simple harmonic motion and traveling and standing waves. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-111
    LEC 60 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHY 1112 - Physics: Algebra-Based II with Lab (GT-SC1)

    5.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: PHY 1111  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Covers the physics of electricity and magnetism and requires application of classical physics to both mathematical and conceptual problems. DC circuits involving resistors, capacitors, and batteries will be covered. Also covered are electromagnetic waves and geometric optics. This course may also include topics relating to simple harmonic motion, traveling and standing waves, and AC circuits. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-112
    LEC 60 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  •    PHY 2075 - Special Topics

    1.0 - 6.0 Credits
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-275
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit
  

  •    PHY 2085 - Independent Study

    1.0 - 12.0 Credits
    Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified instructor.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-285
    LECLB 22.5 Contact hrs per credit
  

  • ◆ PHY 2111 - Physics: Calculus-Based I With Lab (GT-SC1)

    5.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 2410  
    Prerequisites: MAT 1420  or MAT 1440  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Covers the physics of kinematics, dynamics, and conservation laws and requires application of classical physics to both mathematical and conceptual problems. Specific concepts covered include 1D and 2D kinematics, Newton’s Laws, rotational motion, energy and work, momentum and impulse, and simple harmonic motion. This course may also cover thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-211
    LEC 60 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ PHY 2112 - Physics: Calculus-Based II with Lab (GT-SC1)

    5.0 Credits
    Co-requisites MAT 2420  
    Prerequisites: PHY 2111  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Expands upon PHY 2111  and examines thermodynamics, electric fields, electric circuits, magnetic fields, light and optics, and modern physics. The concepts and theories presented in class are explored through demonstrations and hands-on experiments.
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-212
    LEC 60 Contact hours LAB 30 Contact hours
  

  • ✽ PHY 2113 - Physics III: Calculus Based Modern Physics

    3.0 Credits

    Prerequisites: PHY 2112  with a grade of C- or higher.
    Expands upon PHY 212 and explores twentieth century advances in physics.  Topics may include special and general relativity, quantum theory, atomic physics, solid state physics, semiconductor physics and cosmology.  

     
    Prev. Course Codes: PHY-213
    LEC 45 Contact hours


Political Science POS
  

  • ◆ POS 1011 - American Government (GT-SS1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Includes the background of the U.S. Constitution, the philosophy of American government, general principles of the Constitution, federalism, civil liberties, public opinion and citizen participation, political parties, interest groups and the electoral process, and the structure and functions of the national government. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: POS-111
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ POS 1025 - American State & Local Government (GT-SS1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Emphasizes the structure and function of state, county, and municipal governments including their relations with each other and with national government. Includes a study of Colorado government and politics. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: POS-125
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  • ◆ POS 1050 - Current Political Issues (GT-SS1)

    3.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Incorporates an in-depth analysis of the background and nature of political issues and themes. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SS1 category.
    Prev. Course Codes: POS-270IP, POS-025, POS-270IP, POS-215
    LEC 45 Contact hours
  

  •    POS 1075 - Special Topics

    0.5 - 6.0 Credits
    Prerequisites: Next Generation Accuplacer Writing scores 246-300; or equivalent ACT score 18 or SAT score 470; or passed any CCR course, ENG 0092 , or 1000-level ENG course with a grade of C- or higher. The college may also use previous academic history, including high school information, for placement.
    Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.
    Prev. Course Codes: POS-175
    LEC 15 Contact hours per credit
 

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