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ACC131 – Income Tax

Credits: 3 Studies of basic concepts of federal income taxation, including gross income, deductions, accounting periods and methods, and property transactions, with emphasis on taxation of individuals and sole proprietorships.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

AST101 – Planetary Astronomy w/Lab: SC1

Credits: 4 Focuses on the history of astronomy, the tools of the astronomer and the contents of the solar system including the planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteroids. Incorporates laboratory experience.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1

Published in Astronomy, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

AST102 – Stellar Astronomy w/Lab: SC1

Credits: 4 Emphasizes the structure and life cycle of the stars, the sun, galaxies, and the universe as a whole, including cosmology and relativity. Incorporates laboratory experience.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1

Published in Astronomy, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO105 – Science of Biology w/Lab: SC1

Credits: 4 Examines the basis of biology in the modern world and surveys the current knowledge and conceptual framework of the discipline. Explores biology as a science – a process of gaining new knowledge – as is the impact of biological science on society. Includes laboratory experiences. Designed for non-science majors.~~This course is one of

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO106 – Basic Anatomy and Physiology

Credits: 4 Focuses on basic knowledge of body structures and function, and provides a foundation for understanding deviations from normal and disease conditions. This course is designed for individuals interested in health care and is directly applicable to the Practical Nursing Program, Paramedic Program and the Medical Office Technology program.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO111 – Gen College Biology I/Lab: SC1

Credits: 5 Examines the fundamental molecular, cellular and genetic principles characterizing plants and animals. Includes cell structure and function, and the metabolic processes of respiration, and photosynthesis, as well as cell reproduction and basic concepts of heredity. The course includes laboratory experience.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO112 – Gen College Biology II/Lab: SC1

Credits: 5 Continues Biology I. Includes ecology, evolution, classification, structure, and function in plants and animals. This course includes laboratory experience.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses)

BIO201 – Human Anatomy&Phys I w/Lab: SC1

Credits: 4 Focuses on an integrated study of the human body including the histology, anatomy, and physiology of each system. Examines molecular, cellular, and tissue levels of organization plus integuments, skeletal, articulations, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Includes a mandatory hands-on laboratory experience covering experimentation, microscopy, observations, and dissection. This is the first semester of

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO202 – Human Anatomy&Phys II w/Lab: SC1

Credits: 4 Focuses on the integrated study of the human body and the histology, anatomy, and physiology of the following systems and topics: cardiovascular, hematology, lymphatic and immune, urinary, fluid and electrolyte control, digestive, nutrition, respiratory, reproductive, and development. Includes a mandatory hands-on laboratory experience involving experimentation, microscopy, observations, and dissection. This is the second

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO204 – Microbiology w/Lab: SC1

Credits: 4 Designed for health science majors. Examines microorganisms with an emphasis on their structure, development, physiology, classification, and identification. The laboratory experience includes culturing, identifying, and controlling microorganisms with an emphasis on their role in infectious disease.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SC1

Published in Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BIO216 – Pathophysiology

Credits: 4 Focuses on the alterations in physiological, cellular, and biochemical processes, the associated homeostatic responses, and the manifestations of disease. Prior knowledge of cellular biology, anatomy, and physiology is essential for the study of pathophysiology.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ART112 – Art Hist Renaiss/1900: GT-AH1

Credits: 3 Provides the knowledge base to understand the visual arts, especially as related to Western culture. Surveys the visual arts from the Renaissance to 1900. ~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-AH1

Published in Art, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ART111 – Art Hist Ancient/Medieval: GT-AH1

Credits: 3 Provides the knowledge base to understand the visual arts, especially as related to Western culture. Surveys the visual arts from the Ancient through the Medieval periods.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-AH1

Published in Art, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ART110 – Art Appreciation: AH1

Credits: 3 Introduces the cultural significance of the visual arts, including media, processes, techniques, traditions, and terminology.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-AH1

Published in Art, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses, Spring - FastTrack 1, Spring - FastTrack 2, Summer - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 2

ACC132 – Tax Help Colorado

Credits: 2 Prepares the students for preparation of federal and state income tax returns for individuals. Emphasis is placed on form preparation with the use of tax software.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Accounting, All Course Listing, Fall - Late Start Courses

ACC135 – Spreadsheet Applications for Accounting

Credits: 3 Introduces spreadsheets as an accounting tool. Using an accounting perspective, the student applies fundamental spreadsheet concepts. The spreadsheet is used as a problem solving and decision making tool.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

ACC211 – Intermediate Accounting I

Credits: 4 Focuses on comprehensive analysis of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), accounting theory, concepts and financial reporting principles for public corporations. It is the first of a two-course sequence in financial accounting and is designed primarily for accounting and finance majors. Focuses on the preparation and analysis of business information relevant and useful to

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

ACC212 – Intermediate Accounting II

Credits: 4 Focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of accounting for long-term liabilities, stockholders` equity, investments, pensions and leases. Includes income tax allocation, financial statement analysis, cash flow statements and accounting methods changes.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing

ACC216 – Government & Not-for-profit Accounting

Credits: 3 Addresses concepts of budgetary control as a matter of law and public administration theory. Accounting principles and procedures necessary to implement budgetary controls for governmental units and other not-for-profit institutions and organizations are presented.

Published in Accounting, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing

ACC226 – Cost Accounting

Credits: 3 Studies cost accumulation methods and reports. Focuses on the concepts and procedures of job order, process, standard, and direct cost systems, budgeting, planning, and control of costs.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

ANT101 – Cultural Anthropology: SS3

Credits: 3 Studies human cultural patterns and learned behavior including linguistics, social and political organization, religion, culture and personality, culture change, and applied anthropology.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SS3.

Published in Anthropology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses, Spring - FastTrack 1, Summer - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 1

ANT111 – Biological Anthropology with Laboratory: GT-SC1

Credits: 4 Studies human biology and its effects on behavior including principles of genetics and evolution, vertebrates and primates, human origins, human variation, and ecology.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses. GT-SS3

Published in Anthropology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ANT225 – Anthropology of Religion: GT-SS3

Credits: 3 Explores the culturally universal phenomenon of religion including cross-cultural varieties of beliefs in the supernatural and the religious rituals people employ to interpret and control their worlds.

Published in Anthropology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BUS115 – Introduction to Business

Credits: 3 Focuses on the operation of the American business system. Covers fundamentals of the economy, careers and opportunities, marketing, management, production, governmental regulations, tools of business and social responsibilities.

Published in Quality Matters Courses, Business, Popular Courses, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses, Spring - FastTrack 1, Spring - FastTrack 2, Summer - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 2

CCR094 – Studio 121

Credits: 3 Integrates and contextualizes reading and writing strategies tailored to co-requisite ENG 121 coursework. Students will read and understand complex materials, and respond to ideas and information through writing informative and/or persuasive texts. This course is a required co-requisite with ENG-121-C12 English Composition I.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, College Composition & Reading, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

CCR092 – College Composition & Reading

Credits: 5 Integrates and contextualizes college level reading and writing. Students will read and understand complex materials and respond to ideas and information through writing informative and/or persuasive texts.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, College Composition & Reading, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

COM220 – Intercultural Communication: GT-SS3

Credits: 3 Explores the link between culture and communication and will develop and/or enhance communication skills and the abilities appropriate to a multicultural society. Emphasis will be on understanding diversity within and across cultures. Relevant concepts include perception, worldview, context, ethics, language, and nonverbal communication.~~This course is a part of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer courses.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Communication, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses)

BIO116 – Intro to Human Disease: SC2

Credits: 3 Focused analysis of the causes and mechanics of human illness and death will be presented for each of the major human body systems. Selected diseases will be studied in greater detail including etiology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, sociology, and therapy. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-SC2 category.

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Biology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses

CNG120 – A+ Certification Preparation

Prepares students for the CompTIA A+ certification examination. PC hardware and operating system installation, configuration and troubleshooting are practiced and reviewed using A+ techniques.

Published in Computer & Networking Tech, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

SCI105 – Science in Society: GT-SC2

Examines issues relating to the way science affects society. Students will investigate issues in information technology, the environment, physics and astronomy, biology, medicine and the interaction of science with politics. The class will focus on gathering accurate scientific information and applying critical thinking skills and the scientific method to analyze how science plays both positive

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses, Science

WST200 – Intro Women’s Studies: GT-SS3

Examines the nature and function of women in society from an interdisciplinary perspective, focusing on the similarity and diversity of women`s experience over time and across cultures. The course will examine topics such as sex role, socialization, political, and philosophical perspectives on women`s issues, and women`s accomplishments in history, art, literature, science, health issues and

Published in OER - Open Educational Resources, Women's Studies, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses)

AAA099 – Active Learning Skills

Credits: 1 Allows students a variety of experiences in tutorial and enhanced learning activities in reading, writing, math, and ESL. Topics include academic support, learning styles, and contextualized learning. Students will acquire reading, English composition, English as a Second Language and/or mathematics skills through the use of course tutorial software and individualized instruction.

Published in Advancing Academic Achievement, Popular Courses, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ACC101 – Fundamentals of Accounting

Credits: 3 Presents the basic elements and concepts of accounting, with emphasis on the procedures used for maintaining journals, ledgers, and other related records, and for the completion of end-of-period reports for small service and merchandising businesses.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ACC115 – Payroll Accounting

Credits: 3 Studies federal and state employment laws and their effects on personnel and payroll records. The course is non-technical and is intended to give students a practical working knowledge of the current payroll laws and actual experience in applying regulations. Students are exposed to computerized payroll procedures.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ACC121 – Accounting Principles I

Credits: 4 Introduces the study of accounting principles for understanding of the theory and logic that underlie procedures and practices. Major topics include the accounting cycle for service and merchandising companies, special journals and subsidiary ledgers, internal control principles and practices, notes and interest, inventory systems and costing, plant assets and intangible asset accounting, and

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

MAN243 – Project Management in Action

Introduces major activities and tools in Project Management related to resources, risk and quality. There is a heavy focus to provide how to manage the human element of project management. Specific Project Management tools and methodologies are introduced and used

Published in Management, All Course Listing, Spring - FastTrack 2, Fall - FastTrack 2

CNG260 – CISCO Network Associate I

Introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Includes IP addressing and fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media and operations.

Published in Computer & Networking Tech, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

CNG132 – Network Security Fundamentals

Delivers a comprehensive overview of network security, including general security concepts. Communication Security is studied, including remote access, e-mail, the Web, directory and file transfer, and wireless data. Common network attacks are introduced. Cryptography basics are incorporated, and operational/organizational security is discussed as it relates to physical security, disaster recovery, and business continuity. Computer forensics

Published in Computer & Networking Tech, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

BUS217 – Bus Communication/Report Writing

Credits: 3 Emphasizes effective business writing and covers letters, memoranda, reports, application letters, and resumes. Includes the fundamentals of business communication and an introduction to international communication.

Published in Business, Popular Courses, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BUS216 – Legal Environment of Business

Credits: 3 Emphasizes public law, regulation of business, ethical considerations, and various relationships existing within society, government, and business. Specific attention is devoted to economic regulation, social regulation, regulation and laws impacting labor-management issues, and environmental concerns. Students develop an understanding of the role of law in social, political, and economic change.

Published in Business, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BUS120 – Introduction to E-Commerce

Credits: 3 Provides an introduction to electronic commerce; the business trend of the future. Covers definition of e-commerce, technology and software requirements, security issues, electronic payment and marketing strategies. Focuses on what to expect when creating a dot com as well as the business-to-business use of e-commerce.

Published in Business, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses, Spring - FastTrack 1, Summer - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 1

CHE101 – Intro to Chemistry I/Lab: SC1

Credits: 5 Includes the study of measurements, atomic theory, chemical bonding, nomenclature, stoichiometry, solutions, acid and base, gas laws, and condensed states. Laboratory experiments demonstrate the above concepts qualitatively and quantitatively. Designed for non-science majors, students in occupational and health programs, or students with no chemistry background.~~This course is one of the Statewide Guaranteed Transfer

Published in Chemistry, Fall - Full Semester, Popular Courses, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

AAA109 – Advanced Academic Achievement

Credits: 3 Examines theories and practices associated with successful learning to enhance college success. Techniques covered include academic proficiency, personal management, effective collegiate communication, critical and creative thinking, development of community, awareness of diverse identities, and educational and career planning.

Published in Advancing Academic Achievement, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

ANT107 – Introduction to Archaeology: GT-SS3

Credits: 3 Introduces the science of recovering the human prehistoric and historic past through excavation, analysis, and interpretation of material remains. The course provides a survey of the archaeology of different areas of the Old and New Worlds and the works of selected archaeologists, and discusses major archaeological theories.~~This course is one of the Statewide

Published in Anthropology, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, GT Pathways (Guaranteed Transfer Courses), Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses, Spring - FastTrack 2, Summer - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 2

MAN241 – Project Management in Organizations

Investigates the concepts and applicability of project management within organizations. It examines the unique nature of the project management structure including its emphasis on integrated decision making throughout a lifecycle of a product from the planning, implementing, monitoring, and controlling phases. Emphasis is on the processes of initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing activities of

Published in Management, All Course Listing, Spring - FastTrack 1, Summer - FastTrack 1, Fall - FastTrack 1

CNG131 – Principles of Information Assurance

Provides skills and knowledge required to survey key issues associated with protecting information assets, determine the levels of protection and response to security incidents, and design a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features. Students learn to inspect and protect information assets, detect and react to threats to information assets,

Published in Computer & Networking Tech, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

CNG133 – Network Security: Fire Walls and Intrusion Detection and Network Security

Teaches students the basics of network firewall security. It covers basic installation techniques, discusses how to make an intelligent choice of firewall technology, and presents basic firewall troubleshooting.

Published in Computer & Networking Tech, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

BUS226 – Business Statistics

Credits: 3 Focuses on statistical study, descriptive statistics, probability, binomial distribution, index numbers, time series, decision theory, confidence intervals, linear regression, and correlation. Intended for the business major.

Published in Business, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses

CNG124 – Networking I: Network +

Provides students with the knowledge necessary to understand, identify and perform necessary tasks involved in supporting a network. Covers the vendor-independent networking skills and concepts that affect all aspects of networking, such as installing and configuring the TCP/IP. This course also prepares students for the Networking II: Network + course.

Published in Computer & Networking Tech, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester

ACC122 – Accounting Principles II

Credits: 4 Continues the study of accounting principles as they apply to partnerships and corporations. Major topics include stocks and bonds, investments, cash flow statements, financial analysis, budgeting, and cost and managerial accounting.

Published in Accounting, Fall - Full Semester, Spring - Full Semester, All Course Listing, Summer - Summer Semester, Spring - Late Start Courses, Fall - Late Start Courses