General Education by Goal Areas
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Fulfill one of the goal areas that meets your needs within the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC), which was designed to help students at all of the two- and four-year public colleges and universities in Minnesota easily transfer lower-division general education courses.
Don't know what to register for: If you are a current or returning student and are not sure what summer courses you should register for, access to your Degree Audit (DARS) Information and contact an Academic Advisor to help you.
Goal 1a Written Communication
Effective writing is the hallmark of an effective communicator. Composing clear, logical, audience-centered documents is a skill that will apply to every course and every career.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
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ENG 101 - Foundations of Writing & Rhetoric |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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ENG 101 - Foundations of Writing & Rhetoric |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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ENG 101 - Foundations of Writing & Rhetoric |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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ENG 101 - Foundations of Writing & Rhetoric |
In Person |
In Person |
Goal 1b Speech & Oral Reasoning
Effective oral communication is part of being a responsible student and citizen. Presenting your ideas to individuals and groups is how you make a difference in the world around you.
(+) Available Courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
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CDIS 201 - Observation of Human Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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CDIS 201 - Observation of Human Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
Goal 2 Critical Thinking
Gathering factual information, identifying creative and rational solutions, and evaluating the assumptions upon which decisions are based are essential skills for information consumers and creators.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
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HLTH 212 - Consumer Health |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
PSYC 103W - Psychology Today |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
CHEM 111 - Chemistry of Life Process Part II (Organic & Biochemistry) |
09 - Blended/Hybrid |
Blended/Hybrid |
|
CHEM 191 - Chemistry Applications |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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CHEM 111 - Chemistry of Life Process Part II (Organic & Biochemistry) |
09 - Blended/Hybrid |
Blended/Hybrid |
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PHYS 211 - Principles of Physics I |
In Person |
In Person |
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PHYS 221 - General Physics I |
In Person |
In Person |
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ECON 207 - Business Statistics |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
ECON 207 - Business Statistics |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
ECON 207 - Business Statistics |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
ECON 207 - Business Statistics |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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PHIL 110 - Logic and Critical Thinking |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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PHIL 110 - Logic & Critical Thinking |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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PHIL 112W - Scientific Reasoning |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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PHIL 110 - Logic and Critical Thinking |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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STAT 154 - Elementary Statistics |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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STAT 154 - Elementary Statistics |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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GERO 200 - Family Dynamics of Aging |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
ENG 271W - Technical Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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ENG 271W - Technical Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
|
ENG 271W - Technical Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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ENG 271W - Technical Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
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ENG 271W - Technical Communication |
12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
Goal 3 Natural Sciences
Learn more about how the world works through the study of natural science principles and methods of scientific inquiry.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
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FCS 140 - Intro to Nutrition |
FCS |
140 |
Online |
|
PHYS 101 - Introductory Physics (Lab Course) |
PHYS |
101 |
Online |
|
CHEM 191 - Chemistry Applications |
CHEM |
191 |
Online |
|
CHEM 134 - Mind Altering Substances |
CHEM |
134 |
Online |
|
EET 112 - Elem Electricity & Elec (Lab Course) |
EET |
112 |
Online |
|
PHYS 221 - General Physics I (Lab Course) |
PHYS |
221 |
Online |
|
CHEM 104 - Intro to Chemistry |
CHEM |
104 |
Online |
|
PHYS 211 - Principles of Physics I (Lab Course) |
PHYS |
211 |
Online |
|
BIOL 102 - Biology of Women |
BIOL |
102 |
Online |
|
CHEM 131 - Forensic Science |
CHEM |
131 |
Online |
|
CHEM 104 - Intro to Chemistry |
CHEM |
104 |
Online |
|
GEOL 100 - Our Geologic Environment (Lab Course) |
GEOL |
100 |
Online |
|
FCS 140 - Intro to Nutrition |
FCS |
140 |
Online |
|
CHEM 106 - Chem Life Proc Part I |
CHEM |
106 |
Online |
|
GEOG 101 - Intro Physical Geography (Lab Course) |
GEOG |
101 |
Online |
|
GEOL 108 - Oceans of the World |
GEOL |
108 |
Online |
Goal 4 Mathematical Logical Reasoning
Mathematics is about more than numbers. It helps us understand and evaluate data and relationships, logical arguments, detect false reasoning, and make decisions in our lives and careers.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
| ECON 207 - Business Statistics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ECON 207 - Business Statistics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ECON 207 - Business Statistics | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous | Online |
| ECON 207 - Business Statistics | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous | Online |
| PHIL 110 - Logic and Critical Thinking | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 110 - Logic and Critical Thinking | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 112W - Scientific Reasoning | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 110 - Logic and Critical Thinking | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| STAT 154 - Elementary Statistics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| STAT 154 - Elementary Statistics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MATH 121 - Calculus I | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 113 - Trigonometry | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 112 - College Algebra | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 110 - Perspectives in Mathematics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 110 - Perspectives in Mathematics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 130 - Finite Mathematics and Introductory Calculus | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 112 - College Algebra | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| MATH 115 - Precalculus Mathematics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MATH 121 - Calculus I | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MATH 112 - College Algebra | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MATH 112 - College Algebra | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 202 - Introductory Social Statistics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 202 - Introductory Social Statistics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
Goal 5 History & The Social and Behavioral Sciences
What is your role in the issues facing humanity? Understanding social institutions, historical events and interactions among individuals, groups and institutions helps us understand the world around us and how we can make it better.
(+) Available Courses (-) CloseAvailable Courses
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ECON 202 - Prin of Microeconomics |
ECON |
202 |
Online |
|
PSYC 101 - Intro to Psych Science |
PSYC |
101 |
Online |
|
SOC 101 - Intro to Sociology |
SOC |
101 |
Online |
|
ETHN 203W - Perspec Asian Americans |
ETHN |
203W |
Online |
|
HIST 190 - United States to 1877 |
HIST |
190 |
Online |
|
ANTH 101 - Intro to Anthro |
ANTH |
101 |
Online |
|
ETHN 100 - American Racial Minority |
ETHN |
100 |
Online |
|
ETHN 101 - Intro Multicul/Eth Studie |
ETHN |
101 |
Online |
|
ETHN 101 - Intro Multicul/Eth Studie |
ETHN |
101 |
Online |
|
PSYC 206 - Intro to Cog Science |
PSYC |
206 |
Online |
|
ECON 201 - Prin of Macroeconomics |
ECON |
201 |
Online |
|
RPLS 260 - Planes, Trains, & Autos |
RPLS |
260 |
Online |
|
HLTH 225 - Intro Alcohol/Drug Studie |
HLTH |
225 |
Online |
|
HIST 171W - World Civil, 1500-Present |
HIST |
171W |
Online |
|
HIST 170W - Ancient World Civil-1500 |
HIST |
170W |
Online |
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HLTH 240 - Drug Education |
HLTH |
240 |
Online |
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SOWK 215 - Social Welfare Services |
SOWK |
215 |
Online |
|
GWS 110 - Intro to Gender |
GWS |
110 |
Online |
|
AIS 211 - Native America to 1900 |
AIS |
211 |
Online |
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SOC 255 - Juvenile Delinquency |
SOC |
255 |
Online |
|
CORR 255 - Juvenile Delinquency |
CORR |
255 |
Online |
|
SOC 209 - Soc Human Sexualities |
SOC |
209 |
Online |
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POL 111 - United States Government |
POL |
111 |
Online |
|
SOC 101 - Intro to Sociology |
SOC |
101 |
Online |
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FCS 100 - Personal & Family Living |
FCS |
100 |
Online |
|
SOC 150 - Social Problems |
SOC |
150 |
Online |
|
GEOG 103 - Intro Cultural Geography |
GEOG |
103 |
Online |
|
MRKT 100 - Fnd of Business Concepts |
MRKT |
100 |
Online |
|
CORR 106 - Intro Criminl Justic Sys |
CORR |
106 |
Online |
|
URBS 150 - Sustainable Communities |
URBS |
150 |
Online |
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ANTH 240 - Language & Culture |
ANTH |
240 |
Online |
|
PSYC 101 - Intro to Psych Science |
PSYC |
101 |
Online |
Goal 6 Humanities & The Arts
Expand your knowledge of the human condition and human cultures. Studying literature, philosophy, and the fine arts will help you understand behavior, ideas and values; form aesthetic judgments; and develop an appreciation of the arts and humanities as fundamental to the health and survival of any society.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable Courses
| ART 231 - Mixed Media | In Person | In Person |
| ENG 110 - Introduction to Literature | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ENG 215 - African American Lit | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| FILM 114 - Introduction to Film | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| FILM 110 - Film Appreciation | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HUM 250 - Perspectives in Humanities | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HUM 250W - Perspectives in Humanities | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous | Online |
| MUSC 101 - Introduction to Music | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 101W - Philosophical Problem: The Mind-Body Problem | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 100W - Introduction to Philosophy | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 100W - Introduction to Philosophy | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| URBS 110 - The City: Design and Architecture | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| CIS 113 - Health Humanities and Health Informatics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MUSC 103 - Pop Music USA: R & B to MTV | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ART 160 - Introduction to Visual Culture | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ART 260 - Art History Survey I | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ART 265W - Art As Politics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HUM 101W - Introduction to Humanities and the Search for Meaning | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MUSC 307 - Music of the World | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MUSC 307 - Music of the World | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 222W - Medical Ethics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 224W - Business Ethics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 120W - Introduction to Ethics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 120W - Introduction to Ethics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| PHIL 120W - Introduction to Ethics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
Goal 7 Human Diversity
Understanding individual and group differences is more important than ever. Develop your appreciation for differences by studying the dynamics of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, class, and/ or disabilities; the contributions of pluralism to United States society and culture; and the economic, political, social, cultural, artistic, humanistic and education traditions that surround such diversity.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
| GERO 200 - Family Dynamics of Aging | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ETHN 101 - Introduction to Multicultural & Ethnic Studies | In Person | In Person |
| GWS 110 - Introduction to Gender | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HIST 190 - United States to 1877 | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HIST 191 - United States Since 1877 | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 150 - Social Problems | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 209 - Sociology of Human Sexualities | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 150 - Social Problems | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| CIS 113 - Health Humanities and Health Informatics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MUSC 103 - Pop Music USA: R & B to MTV | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| CDIS 290 - Introduction to Communication Disorders | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ETHN 150 - Multi-Cultural/Ethnic Experience | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HLTH 211 - Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ELE 222W - Human Relations in a Multicultural Society | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
Goal 8 Global Perspectives
Being a part of a global society requires an understanding of the growing interdependence of nations, traditions and peoples. Develop your ability to apply a comparative perspective to cross-cultural social, economic and political experiences.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
| GWS 220W - Sex and Gender Worldwide | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| BIOL 100 - Our Natural World | In Person | In Person |
| ANTH 101 - Introduction to Anthropology | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| GEOG 103 - Introductory Cultural Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| GEOG 103 - Introductory Cultural Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| GEOG 103 - Introductory Cultural Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| GEOG 103 - Introductory Cultural Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ART 160 - Introduction to Visual Culture | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ART 260 - Art History Survey I | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| ART 265W - Art As Politics | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HUM 101W - Introduction to Humanities and the Search for Meaning | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MUSC 307 - Music of the World | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| MUSC 307 - Music of the World | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| CDIS 306 - Intermediate American Sign Language - Level II | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous | Online |
| ENVR 101 - Perspectives in Environmental Science | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| GEOG 100 - Elements of Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| GEOG 100 - Elements of Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
Goal 9 Ethical and Civic Responsibility
Responsible citizenship requires you to understand your own and others' positions on specific issues, be part of the free exchange of ideas, and function as public minded citizens. Develop your capacity to identify, discuss, and reflect upon the ethical dimensions of political, social, and personal life and how to exercise your rights and protect the rights of others.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
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GWS 120 - Violence & Gender |
GWS |
120 |
Online |
|
CS 201W - AI & SciFi |
CS |
201W |
Online |
|
IT 202W - Computers in Society |
IT |
202W |
Online |
|
IT 100 - Intro to Comp & Applic |
IT |
100 |
Online |
|
IT 100 - Intro to Comp & Applic |
IT |
100 |
Online |
|
CHEM 131 - Forensic Science |
CHEM |
131 |
Online |
|
MASS 280 - Social Media and Society |
MASS |
280 |
Online |
|
SOWK 215 - Social Welfare Services |
SOWK |
215 |
Online |
|
SOC 255 - Juvenile Delinquency |
SOC |
255 |
Online |
|
CORR 255 - Juvenile Delinquency |
CORR |
255 |
Online |
|
IT 202W - Computers in Society |
IT |
202W |
Online |
|
NPL 273 - Intro NonProfit Sector |
NPL |
273 |
Online |
|
POL 111 - United States Government |
POL |
111 |
Online |
|
URBS 230W - Community Leadership |
URBS |
230W |
Online |
|
PHIL 120W - Introduction to Ethics |
PHIL |
120W |
Online |
|
PHIL 224W - Business Ethics |
PHIL |
224W |
Online |
|
MASS 110 - Intro Mass Media |
MASS |
110 |
Online |
|
PHIL 222W - Medical Ethics |
PHIL |
222W |
Online |
|
CORR 106 - Intro Criminl Justic Sys |
CORR |
106 |
Online |
|
CMST 330 - Ethics & Free Speech |
CMST |
330 |
Online |
|
RPLS 272 - Intro to Rec Parks & Leis |
RPLS |
272 |
Online |
Goal 10 People & The Environment
We are connected to the environment as well as other people. Learn about today's complex environmental challenges by examining the interrelatedness of human society and the natural environment.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
| GEOG 101 - Introductory Physical Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| GEOG 101 - Introductory Physical Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| GEOG 105 - Introduction to Geospatial Technologies | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| GEOG 101 - Introductory Physical Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| GEOG 101 - Introductory Physical Geography | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| GEOL 100 - Our Geologic Environment | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| GEOL 108 - Oceans of the World | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| HLTH 101 - Health and the Environment | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HLTH 101 - Health and the Environment | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HLTH 101 - Health and the Environment | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| HLTH 101 - Health and the Environment | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
Goal 11 Performance & Participation
It's not enough to understand your role in the world around you. You must also be able to take action when needed. Learn how to participate cooperatively in a variety of artistic, cultural, education, political, recreational, health, public service and social service settings.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
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THEA 107 - Theatre Activity: Costume |
THEA |
107 |
Online |
|
THEA 108 - Theatre Act: Lighting |
THEA |
108 |
Online |
|
THEA 105 - Theatre Act: Stagecraft |
THEA |
105 |
Online |
|
THEA 103 - Theatre Activity: Mgmt |
THEA |
103 |
Online |
|
THEA 102 - Theatre Activity: Acting |
THEA |
102 |
Online |
|
THEA 109 - Theatre Activity: Sound |
THEA |
109 |
Online |
|
HP 291 - Concepts of Fitness |
HP |
291 |
Online |
|
RPLS 278 - Leisure and Lifestyle |
RPLS |
278 |
Online |
|
HP 291 - Concepts of Fitness |
HP |
291 |
Online |
|
CDIS 205 - Beginning Sign Language |
CDIS |
205 |
Online |
|
HP 117 - Aerobic Conditioning |
HP |
117 |
Online |
|
HP 103 - Fitness for Living |
HP |
103 |
Online |
|
URBS 230W - Community Leadership |
URBS |
230W |
Online |
|
HP 175 - Fitness Activities |
HP |
175 |
Online |
|
NURS 101W - Courage/Caring/Team Bldg |
NURS |
101W |
Online |
|
HP 190 - Yoga |
HP |
190 |
Online |
|
ENG 242W - Intro Creative Writing |
ENG |
242W |
Online |
|
CMST 310 - Performance of Literature |
CMST |
310 |
Online |
Goal 13 Information Technology
You use technology every day, but are you doing so ethically and responsibly? Learn how to select, create, manage, organize, and communicate information using technology.
(+) Available courses (-) CloseAvailable courses
| ENG 271W - Technical Communication | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous |
Online |
| ENG 271W - Technical Communication | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous |
Online |
| ENG 271W - Technical Communication | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| ENG 271W - Technical Communication | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous |
Online |
| ENG 271W - Technical Communication | 13 - Completely Online - Synchronous |
Online |
| CIS 100 - Introduction to Computing and Applications | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
| CIS 202W - Computers in Society | 12 - Completely Online-Asynchronous | Online |
