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MATH 141 - Calculus I Credits: 4
Functions, limits, derivatives, introduction to integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, applications of derivatives and integrals.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 112, 115, 116, or by Precalculus Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
Note: Four classroom hours and one laboratory hour per week.
Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 142 - Calculus II Credits: 4
Methods of integration, sequences and series, approximations.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 141
Note: Four classroom hours and one laboratory hour per week.
Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 151 - Calculus Workshop I Credits: 2
Small study group practice in applications of calculus. For elective credit only.
Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in MATH 141
Note: Two 2-hour sessions per week.
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MATH 152 - Calculus Workshop II Credits: 2
Small study group practice in applications of calculus. For elective credit only.
Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in MATH 142
Note: Two 2-hour sessions per week.
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MATH 170 - Finite Mathematics Credits: 3
Elementary matrix theory; systems of linear equations; permutations and combinations; probability and Markov chains; linear programming and game theory.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111 or 111I or 112, or by placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
Note: Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 172 - Mathematical Modeling for the Life Sciences Credits: 3
Biological modeling with differential and difference equations; techniques of model modifications; analytic, numerical, and graphical solution methods; equilibria, stability, and long-term system behavior; geometric series; vectors, matrices, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors. Applications principally to population dynamics and compartment models.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 122 or MATH 141
Note: Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 174 - Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science Credits: 3
Induction, complexity, elementary counting, combinations and permutations, recursion and recurrence relations, graphs and trees; discussion of the design and analysis of algorithms—with emphasis on sorting and searching.
Prerequisites: C or better in any 100-level MATH course or placement through either version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
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MATH 198 - Introduction to Careers and Research in the Mathematical Sciences. Credits: 1
An overview of different areas of mathematical research and career opportunities for mathematics majors.
Pass/fail only.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 141
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MATH 221 - Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I Credits: 3
The meaning of number, fundamental operations of arithmetic, the structure of the real number system and its subsystems, elementary number theory. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111/111I, or by placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/, or consent of the department
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MATH 222 - Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II Credits: 3
Informal geometry and basic concepts of algebra. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification.
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in MATH 221, or consent of the department
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MATH 241 - Vector Calculus Credits: 3
Vector algebra, geometry of three-dimensional space; lines, planes, and curves in space; polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems; partial differentiation, max-min theory; multiple and iterated integration, line integrals, and Green’s theorem in the plane.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 142, or consent of the department
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MATH 242 - Elementary Differential Equations Credits: 3
Ordinary differential equations of first order, higher order linear equations, Laplace transform methods, series methods; numerical solution of differential equations. Applications to physical sciences and engineering.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 142, or consent of the department
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MATH 374 - Discrete Structures Credits: 3
Propositional and predicate logic; proof techniques; recursion and recurrence relations; sets, combinatorics, and probability; functions, relations, and matrices; algebraic structures.
Prerequisites: C or better in both MATH 142 and CSCE 146
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MATH 399 - Independent Study Credits: 3-9
Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
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MSCI 101 - The Ocean Environment Credits: 4
Origin and evolution of the oceans, plate tectonics, ocean circulation, waves and tides, seawater and sediment composition, and influences on biology. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Scheduled field trips required.
Prerequisites: science, engineering, or education major or consent of instructor
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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MSCI 102 - The Living Ocean Credits: 4
Origin, evolution, and diversity of marine life, biological production, trophic dynamics, nutrient cycles, marine resources, and environmental concerns. Three lecture and three laboratory hours per week. Scheduled field trips required.
Prerequisites: science, engineering, or education major or consent of instructor
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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MSCI 210 - Oceans and Society Credits: 3
A nontechnical introduction to human interactions with the marine environment: marine organisms, marine systems, and the physical and chemical characteristics of oceans and estuaries. Not available for marine science major credit.
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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MSCI 210L - Oceans and Society Laboratory Credits: 1
Experiments and exercises which illustrate how specific components of marine environments are structured, function, and can be measured. Two laboratory hours per week. Not available for marine science major credit. Attendance on designated field trips may be required.
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: MSCI 210
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: MSCI 210
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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MSCI 215 - Coastal Environments of the Southeastern U.S Credits: 3
Coastal zones of South Carolina and neighboring states, including geologic history, geomorphology, stratigraphy, hydrogeology, shoreline processes, environmental issues, and effect of man. Three lecture hours each week plus optional field trips. Not available for marine science major credit.
Cross-listed Course: GEOL 215
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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MSCI 215L - Coastal Environments of the Southeastern U.S. (Laboratory) Credits: 1
Exercises examining coastal ecology, geomorphology, hydrogeology, shoreline processes, environmental issues, and human impact. Two laboratory hours per week. Scheduled field trips required. Not available for marine science major credit.
Cross-listed Course: GEOL 215L
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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PEDU 104 - Personal Fitness and Weight Control Credits: 1
Advanced techniques for controlling weight and improving fitness through exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation.
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PEDU 105 - Weight Training Credits: 1
Fundamentals of progressive resistance exercise training.
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PEDU 106 - Advanced Weight Training Credits: 1
Advanced techniques.
Prerequisites: PEDU 105 or consent of instructor
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PEDU 107 - Aerobic Dance Credits: 1
Cardio-respiratory fitness, flexibility, and coordination through continuous rhythmical movements.
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PEDU 108 - Fitness Swimming Credits: 1
Individualized physical conditioning through lap swimming and aquatic calisthenics, games, and activities.
Prerequisites: PEDU 140 or consent of instructor
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PEDU 110 - Orientation to Physical Education Credits: 1
Experiences in a variety of physical-activity areas.
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PEDU 112 - Basketball Credits: 1
Fundamental skills of game performance. Strategy, rules, and basic offenses and defenses.
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PEDU 113 - Bowling Credits: 1
Fundamental skills and techniques of bowling
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PEDU 114 - Golf Credits: 1
Basic strokes, rules, and strategy of golf
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PEDU 116 - Handball Credits: 1
Fundamentals, strategy, and rules of handball
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PEDU 117 - Karate Credits: 1
Fundamentals
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PEDU 119 - Soccer Credits: 1
Fundamental skills for game performance; history, rules, and game strategy.
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PEDU 120 - Softball Credits: 1
Fundamental skills for game performance; history, rules, and game strategy.
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PEDU 121 - Beginning Tennis Credits: 1
Basic strokes, history, rules, and strategy of the game
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PEDU 122 - Volleyball Credits: 1
Recreational and competitive volleyball skills.
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PEDU 129 - Racquetball Credits: 1
Fundamental skills, rules, and terminology
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PEDU 132 - Intermediate Tennis. Credits: 1
Intermediate skills and strategies.
Prerequisites: PEDU 121 or consent of instructor
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PEDU 136 - Yoga Credits: 1
Fundamental skills and terminology
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PEDU 140 - Beginning Swimming Credits: 1
Skills for safety and recreation
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PEDU 141 - Intermediate Swimming Credits: 1
Prerequisites: PEDU 140 or consent of instructor
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PEDU 142 - Lifeguard Training Credits: 1
Skills of lifesaving
Prerequisites: 500 yards, tread water for one minute, and swim 20 feet underwater
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PEDU 143 - Water Safety Instructor Certification Credits: 1
Skills, methods, and techniques to teach Red Cross Swimming and Life Saving.
Prerequisites: 17 years of age; sound physical condition; possession of the Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving Certificate, a Red Cross Swimmer Certificate, or the ability to perform the Swimmer Course
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PEDU 148 - Team Water Sports Credits: 1
Fundamental skills, rules, and strategies for participation in team water sports.
Prerequisites: intermediate swimming skills
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PEDU 149 - Survival Swimming Credits: 1
Skills and techniques for survival under adverse conditions
Prerequisites: swim 100 yards, tread water for one minute, and swim 20 feet underwater
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PEDU 170 - Beginning Latin Dance Credits: 1
Introductory course to multiple styles of social Latin dancing including Salsa, Merengue and Bachatta. Designed to develop the skills and techniques necessary for social level Latin dancing. Emphasis will be placed on basic social elements of dance, patterns, music, and leading and following.
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PEDU 181 - Equestrian Credits: 1
English hunter-style riding for intermediate students.
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PEDU 182 - Backpacking Credits: 1
Living in the out-of-doors; gear selection, map and compass reading, backpacking, hiking, and camping
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PEDU 183 - Canoeing Credits: 1
Fundamentals of lake, river, and whitewater canoeing.
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PEDU 184 - Snow Skiing Credits: 1
Fundamental skills and techniques
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PHIL 101 - Special Topics in Philosophy Credits: 3
Topics selected by the instructor for specialized study. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title.
Note: May be repeated with different suffix.
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PHIL 102 - Introduction to Philosophy Credits: 3
An introduction to the main problems of philosophy and its methods of inquiry, analysis, and criticism. Works of important philosophers will be read.
Note: Honors section offered.
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PHIL 110 - Introduction to Logic I Credits: 3
The nature of arguments; fallacies, criteria, and techniques of valid deductive inference; applications.
Note: Honors section offered.
Carolina Core ARP
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PHIL 111 - Introduction to Logic II Credits: 3
Inductive and decision-making arguments, and criteria of acceptability for them.
Note: Honors section offered.
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PHIL 210 - Philosophical Themes in Literature Credits: 3
Selected philosophical problems as they are presented in imaginative and theoretical literature. Works of fiction and philosophical treatments of issues involved in them will be read and discussed.
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PHIL 211 - Contemporary Moral Issues Credits: 3
Moral issues confronting men and women in contemporary society. Topics will vary but may include discussion of problems related to abortion, drugs, euthanasia, war, social engineering, and punishment of criminals.
Note: Carolina Core VSR
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PHIL 301 - Ancient Philosophy Credits: 3
An introduction to the work of ancient philosophers, with special emphasis on Plato and Aristotle.
Cross-listed Course: CLAS 301
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PHIL 302 - Greek and Roman Philosophy after Aristotle Credits: 3
Problems such as hedonism, providence, belief and evidence, and mysticism, as they appear in the writings of the Epicureans, Stoics, Sceptics, and Plotinus.
Cross-listed Course: CLAS 302
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PHIL 303 - History of Medieval Philosophy Credits: 3
Major philosophical traditions in the Middle Ages.
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PHIL 304 - Seventeenth and Eighteenth-Century Philosophy Credits: 3
An introduction to Continental and British philosophy running roughly from Descartes through Kant.
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PHIL 305 - Nineteenth- and 20th-Century Philosophy Credits: 3
An introduction to Continental and British philosophy since Kant through study of the works of representative philosophers. Particular emphasis is placed on the development of Idealism, Marxism, Existentialism and Phenomenology, and analytic philosophy.
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PHIL 310 - American Philosophy Credits: 3
The principal movements of philosophical thought from Colonial times to the present, with special emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries.
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PHIL 311 - Existentialism Credits: 3
An introduction to existentialist themes in contemporary philosophy, literature, psychology, and religion. The writings of existentialists such as Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Camus, Sartre, Buber, May, and Binswanger will be read and discussed.
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PHIL 320 - Ethics Credits: 3
A study of the moral principles of conduct and the basic concepts underlying these principles, such as good, evil, right, wrong, justice, value, duty, and obligation. The ethical works of influential philosophers are analyzed in terms of these concepts.
Note: Carolina Core VSR
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PHIL 324 - Business Ethics Credits: 3
Ethical problems in business; application to business situations of philosophical theories of individual, corporate, and governmental rights and responsibilities.
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PHIL 330 - Social and Political Philosophy Credits: 3
An overview of major themes in political philosophy such as the nature of politics, obligation, community, representation, freedom, equality, and justice.
Cross-listed Course: POLI 300
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PHIL 341 - Philosophy and Film Credits: 3
Selected philosophical problems as they are presented in feature and documentary films.
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PHYS 201 - General Physics I Credits: 3
First part of an introductory course sequence. Topics include mechanics, wave motion, sound, and heat. No previous background in physics is assumed.
Prerequisites: MATH 115, or MATH 122, or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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PHYS 201L - General Physics Laboratory I Credits: 1
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 201
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 201
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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PHYS 202 - General Physics II Credits: 3
Continuation of PHYS 201; includes electromagnetism, relativity, quantum physics, atomic and nuclear physics.
Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in PHYS 201
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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PHYS 202L - General Physics Laboratory II Credits: 1
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 202
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 202
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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PHYS 211 - Essentials of Physics I Credits: 3
Classical mechanics and wave motion. Calculus-level course for students of science and engineering.
Corequisite: PHYS 211L
Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in MATH 141
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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PHYS 211L - Essentials of Physics I Lab Credits: 1
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 206 or 211
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 206 or 211
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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PHYS 212 - Essentials of Physics II Credits: 3
Classical electromagnetism and optics
Corequisite: PHYS 212L
Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in PHYS 211 and MATH 142
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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PHYS 212L - Essentials of Physics II Lab Credits: 2
Corequisite: PHYS 207 or 212
Prerequisites: PHYS 207 or 212
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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POLI 101 - Introduction to Global Politics Credits: 3
Introduction to theories about global politics. Issues and controversies central to global politics.
Note: Carolina Core GSS
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POLI 105 - Introduction to Politics Credits: 3
Concepts and problems involved in human relationship with governments, the nation-state, and political change.
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POLI 201 - American National Government Credits: 3
The formation and development of the national government, its organization and powers.
Note: Overlay Course
Carolina Core GSS
Carolina Core VSR
(VSR credit only if taken at USC Columbia or Palmetto College Campus Fall 2013 or later.)
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POLI 341 - Contemporary United States Foreign Policy Credits: 3
A critical analysis of selected problems of United States foreign policy.
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POLI 357 - Film, Politics, and Social Change Credits: 3
Critical analysis of film as expression and agent of political cultural, ideology, and change.
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POLI 362 - Politics and the Mass Media Credits: 3
Survey of the role in American politics of mass communications media, including the press and electronic news reporting; influence of mass media on the conduct of political campaigns, political leadership style, and public opinion.
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POLI 365 - State Government Credits: 3
A study of state-federal relations, relations among states, state constitutions, and the structure and functions of the three branches of government. Emphasis is given to South Carolina.
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POLI 368 - Interest Groups and Social Movements Credits: 3
The mobilization, organization, tactics, and results of group-based politics, including latent interests and the suppression of interests.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
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POLI 370 - Introduction to Public Administration Credits: 3
A study of the basic principles and theory of administrative structure, responsibility, and control in relation to policy making in the modern state.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Political Science, BA
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POLI 406 - The State of American Politics Credits: 3
Major factors that affect the state of contemporary American politics, including the Constitution, the Congress, the courts, the presidency, the states, federalism, political parties, special-interest groups, and the electoral process.
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PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
An introduction to and survey of the basic concepts and findings within the field of psychology
Note: Carolina Core: GSS
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PSYC 103 - Psychology of Adjustment Credits: 3
Introduction to theories and processes underlying and facilitating human adjustment in the community, family, and workplace.
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PSYC 226 - Research Methods in Psychology Credits: 3
Basic principles and methodology
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or SCHC 130
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PSYC 227 - Psychological Statistics Credits: 3
Introduction to statistical methods essential for psychological research.
Prerequisites: PSYC 226 and MATH 111 or placement out of MATH 111
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PSYC 228 - Laboratory in Psychology Credits: 2
Laboratory in psychology in which research methods and statistical methods are integrated. One lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week.
Prerequisites: PSYC 226 and 227
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PSYC 301 - Psychology of Marriage Credits: 3
The psychological, physiological, and social characteristics of marriage.
Cross-listed Course: WGST 301
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PSYC 400 - Survey of Learning and Memory Credits: 3
Research and applications concerning the acquisition of new behavior and knowledge, including accounts based on classical and instrumental conditioning and on information-processing models.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or SCHC 130
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Psychology, BA, BS
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PSYC 405 - Cognitive Psychology Credits: 3
Research and theories on sensory memory, attention, short-term and working memory, human learning and forgetting, imagery, long-term memory, speech perception, reading, language, thinking and problem solving, and decision making.
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Psychology, BA, BS
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PSYC 410 - Survey of Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3
Covers the classification, diagnosis, etiological theories, and treatments of the major mental and emotional disorders.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or SCHC 130
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Psychology, BA, BS
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PSYC 420 - Survey of Developmental Psychology Credits: 3
Psychological development from conception to late adulthood. Topics include physical, cognitive, and social processes associated with development at each stage of the life cycle.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or EDPY 335 or SCHC 130
Note: Carolina Core Integrative Course, Psychology, BA, BS
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RCAM 104 - Foundations of Composition Credits: 3
A course in writing skills with practice in composing essays, including intensive review of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
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RCAM 105 - Contemporary College Mathematics Credits: 3
Linear and quadratic equations and models, functions, exponential models, logarithms, systems of equations, fundamentals of probability and statistics.
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RCAM 106 - Foundations of College Algebra Credits: 3
Operations on real numbers, linear equations and inequalities, quadratic equations, factoring, absolute value equations, exponential and radical expressions, graphs, and functions. Additional topics may include math study skills, logarithms, exponential functions, probability, statistics, systems of equations, polynomial division, and mathematical modeling.
Note: In order to receive a grade of C or better in RCAM 106 students must pass the math placement test (MPT) with a minimum score of MB1 or MA2.
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RCAM 141 - Introduction to Computer Keyboarding Credits: 3
Keyboarding using the touch method, inputting, editing, and printing. Designed for students without keyboarding skills.
Note: Elective credit only. This course might not apply toward associate’s degrees or Columbia baccalaureate degrees.
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RCAM 151 - Computer Literacy and Application Credits: 3
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to describe the general components of computers and what they do, effectively use the Internet to locate and/or publish information, effectively use a computer operating system and utility applications (e.g. Windows and virus protection to manage and protect the files) and four, demonstrate the effective use of contemporary application software - Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
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RCAM 205 - Foundations of Leadership Credits: 3
This course combines leadership theory with practical application, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to work more effectively with people, become better leaders, and reach their professional goals.
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