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ART Introduction to the Visual Arts (IAI: F2 900) 3 Credit $330 Introduces an approach to the appreciation and study of art. Presents an overview of many art forms and a framework for describing and understanding art. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) ART-130-NP1 08:30--10:10AM MTWTH 05/21-06/28 N3 0118 Section NP1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus BIOLOGY Fundamentals of Biological Science (IAI: L1 900L) 4 Credit $470 Covers a broad overview of life science with lab experience. The course is designed for students with minimal scientific background to introduce scientific terminology and methods of investigation, as well as introduce basic principles of the cell, reproduction, genetics, ecology, evolution, and biological diversity. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) BIOL-130-NR6 05:30--07:45PM TTH 06/12-08/02 N3 0133 and 07:55--10:10PM TTH 06/12-08/02 N3 0133 Section NR6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Biology of Nutrition (IAI: L1 904) 3 Credit $330 Examines nutrition of the major food categories, and its effects on human physiology and development from early childhood through advanced years. This course involves the study of the various classes of nutrients including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water, and their roles in health and disease. Cultural, social, and psychological influences on food selection and health are also studied. Physiological processes related to the digestion and absorption of nutrients are emphasized. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) BIOL-161-NR1 10:30--01:00PM TTH 06/12-08/02 N3 0118 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Human Inheritance (IAI: L1 906) 3 Credit $330 Examines genes through exploring concepts of cell and molecular biology, genetics and heredity, evolution and biotechnology. Genes and their role in protein synthesis, syndromes, human behavior, biotechnology, society, and cancer will be studied. Genetic issues and scientific literacy will be emphasized. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) BIOL-162-NR1 01:00--03:30PM TTH 06/12-08/02 N3 0133 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus CHEMISTRY Fund of Gen, Organic & Biochemistry (IAI: P1 903L) 4 Credit $467 Presents the basic concepts of chemistry including methods and units of measurement, atomic theory, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, solutions, acids and bases, organic chemistry, and biologically important compounds and processes. Designed for students who are preparing for various allied health programs and others requiring an understanding of general, organic, and biochemistry. Not a replacement for CHEM 131. Prerequisite: MATH 112 or MATH 12B or MATH 124 or placement by exam into MATH 116. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) CHEM-130-NR1 01:00--03:30PM MW 06/18-08/08 N4 0110 and 03:40--06:10PM MW 06/18-08/08 N4 0120 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Introduction to Chemistry I (IAI: P1 902L) 4 Credit $467

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Examines chemical and physical properties of elements and compounds as they are related to atomic structure, bonding and periodic chart; solutions, stoichiometry and acid-base theory. Prerequisite: MATH 116 or MATH 16B or placement by exam into MATH 131 or above. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) CHEM-131-NR1 08:00--10:30AM TTH 06/12-08/02 N4 0110 and 10:40--01:10PM TTH 06/12-08/02 N4 0120 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Computer Literacy 3 Credit $350 Acquaints students with, and trains them in the use of, business computer packages, including word processing, database management, spreadsheet, presentation software and Internet access methods. Operating systems are reviewed. Information presented covers the concepts of computer information management systems. (Keyboarding recommended.) (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab) CIS-135-NR1 12:30--03:30PM TTH 06/12-08/09 N3 0102 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus CIS-135-NT6 05:30--10:00PM T 05/22-08/07 N3 0102 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus COMPUTER NETWORK AND SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY Computer Technology I 4 Credit $452 Prepares students for computer usage in advanced technology classes. Operating systems and common software applications used in technology disciplines are covered. Emphasis is placed on preparing the student to use the computer in the work setting. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours: 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) CNET-131-NR6 05:30--09:05PM MW 06/11-08/01 N3 0104 Section NR6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Network Technology I 3 Credit $330 Provides students with an introduction to networking technologies. Network infrastructure, hardware, protocols, and operating systems are introduced. Prerequisite: CNET 131. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) CNET-148-NR6 05:30--08:00PM TTH 06/12-08/02 N3 0104 Section NR6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus ECONOMICS Principles of Macroeconomics (IAI: S3 901) 3 Credit $330 Explores the evolution of economic systems, modern economic theory including fiscal and monetary theory and institutions, international trade, current economic problems, and comparative economic systems. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) ECON-151-NT6 06:30--09:50PM T 05/22-08/07 N8 0102 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus ENGLISH First-Year English I (IAI: C1 900) 3 Credit $333 Focuses on practicing, through the writing process, skills in creating clear, concise, and carefully edited expository essays and summaries. Essentials of grammar, mechanics, and punctuation are stressed. The course also introduces/ reviews MLA format, writing with sources, and critical thinking - the bases for analytical writing.

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Prerequisite: Placement by exam or grade of C or better in ENGL 125. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) ENGL-131-NT6 06:00--09:20PM TH 05/24-08/09 N3 0110 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus ENGL-131-NT7 06:00--09:20PM W 05/23-08/08 N3 0110 Section NT7 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus First-Year English II (IAI: C1 901R) 3 Credit $333 Offers continued practice in improving writing style and processes, utilizing analytical reading techniques applied to three literary genres. Students learn to use MLA format and to understand plagiarism and its consequences. Finally, students learn the mechanics of library research and research paper writing. Prerequisite: C or better in ENGL 131. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) ENGL-132-NT1 10:30--12:10PM TTH 05/22-08/09 N3 0110 Section NT1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus ENGL-132-NT6 06:00--09:20PM T 05/22-08/07 N3 0110 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Food Service Sanitation 1 Credit $110 Studies sanitation in relation to food preparation and service; including: sanitation chemicals, equipment, materials, regulations, and inspection standards necessary to ensure sanitary dispensing of food. The student prepares for and takes the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate examination. Please note: textbook is required on the first day of class. (PCS 1.6, 1 credit hour: 1 hour lecture) HIM-140-N1 09:00--05:30PM FS 07/13-07/14 N3 0123 Section N1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Food Service Sanitation Review .5 Credit $55 Reviews the importance of sanitation in relation to food preparation. Topics emphasized are safe food environments, pest control, and local, state and federal codes. Please note: textbook is required on the first day of class. Prerequisite: Food Service Certificate. (PCS 1.6, 0.5 credit hour: 0.5 hour lecture) HIM-149-N1 09:00--05:30PM F 07/13-07/13 N3 0123 Section N1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus MATHEMATICS Prealgebra 4 Credit $454 Develops the arithmetic of real numbers; uses ratios, proportions, and percents to solve real-life problems; reviews measurement and practical geometry emphasizing applications to perimeter, area and volume of common geometric figures; integrates the use of graphing calculator technology. Prerequisite: Placement by exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.4, 4 credit hours: 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) MATH-111-NR1 08:50--10:20AM MTWTH 06/11-08/09 N7 0101 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Elementary Algebra 4 Credit $454 Presents a review of real numbers and teaches basic operations on algebraic expressions. Students will solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable including applications; work with linear equations in two variables and graph their equations; construct equations of a straight line; and solve systems of linear equations in two variables including applications. Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 111 or MATH 11B or placement by exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.4, 4 credit hours: 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) MATH-112-NR1 08:50--10:20AM MTWTH 06/11-08/09 N3 0114

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Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Technical Math for Allied Health 1 Credit $124 Provides practical background in mathematics required for technical curricula associated with careers in health care. Reviews computational fundamentals and emphasizes problem solving that requires unit analysis, measurement systems conversions, terminology, and abbreviations. Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 111 or MATH 11B or placement by exam. A calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.2, 1 credit hour, 1 hour lecture, 0 hours lab) MATH-114-NR1 01:00--02:30PM W 06/13-08/08 N3 0118 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus MATH-114-NR2 01:00--02:30PM M 06/11-08/06 N3 0118 Section NR2 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Intermediate Algebra 4 Credit $454 Presents rules of exponents including scientific notation; all operations of polynomials; factoring, solving quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and use of the quadratic formula; simplification of rational exponents, roots, and radicals; operations on rational algebraic expressions; solving rational, absolute value, and radical equations, and their respective applications; and solving equations graphically. Prerequisite: C or better in MATH 112 or MATH 12B or placement by exam. A graphing calculator is required for this course. Check with the College Bookstore or the Mathematics Department for recommended models. (PCS 1.4, 4 credit hours: 4 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) MATH-116-NR1 10:30--12:00PM MTWTH 06/11-08/09 N3 0114 Section NR1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus PARALEGAL STUDIES Paralegal Cooperative 3 Credit $330 Combines class work with on-the-job experience in a legal office environment. Prerequisite: C or better in all first through third semester courses required by the paralegal degree program, and PLGL 160, and permission of coordinator. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours: 1 hour lecture, 160 hours must be worked.) PLGL-260-NT6 - TBA TBA 05/21-08/10 TBA Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus PHILOSOPHY Fundamentals of Logical Reasoning (IAI: H4 906) 3 Credit $330 Introduces the criteria of good reasoning, especially deductive argumentation, and develops skills in logical analysis, logical demonstration, and the avoidance of common patterns of fallacy. The course covers basic symbolic logic, including categorical logic and truth functional logic, and analyzes in detail basic logical concepts such as argument, inference, validity, implication, categorical relations, deductive vs. inductive reasoning, and informal fallacies. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PHIL-231-NP1 08:30--10:10AM MTWTH 05/21-06/28 N3 0112 Section NP1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus PHYSICAL SCIENCE Introduction to Astronomy (IAI: P1 906) 3 Credit $345 Examines the universe: the solar system, stars, and galaxies. Studies the importance of atoms and radiation as the primary source of the observational evidence that leads to the formation of the theories of the origin and evolution of the universe. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PHSC-141-NP1 01:00--02:40PM MTWTH 05/21-06/28 N3 0114 Section NP1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus

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PHYSICS Applied Physics I 4 Credit $465 Explores laws of motion, statics, dynamics, simple machines and heat, with special emphasis on the application of principles related to modern technology. Prerequisite: C or better in either MATH 125 or MATH 116 or MATH 16B. (PCS 1.2, 4 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab) PHYS-125-NR6 04:45--07:00PM TTH 06/12-08/09 N4 0110 and 07:10--09:25PM TTH 06/12-08/09 N4 0120 Section NR6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Applied Mechanics - Dynamics 3 Credit $330 Continues PHYS 241, with emphasis on systems which are not in equilibrium. Topics include torques, forces, velocities and accelerations in both translational and rotational motion. Prerequisite: C or better in PHYS 241. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PHYS-242-NT6 04:30--08:10PM W 05/23-08/08 N3 0112 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus POLITICAL SCIENCE American Government (IAI: S5 900) 3 Credit $330 Introduces the organization and function of the U.S. government. Includes the U.S. Constitution; the Federal and State systems; political behavior; executive, legislative, and judicial powers; and public policies. Critically examines political parties, role of the media, presidential leadership, and policy issues. Successful completion of this course satisfies the U.S. and Illinois State Constitution mandate included in the Associate Degree Graduation Requirements. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) POLS-131-NT6 06:00--09:20PM W 05/23-08/08 N3 0114 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus PROCESS OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY Process Technology Equipment I 2 Credit $237 Introduces basic operating principles of equipment such as valves, piping, pumps, compressors, generators, motors, and lubrication systems. The mechanical characteristics and the interactions of the plant equipment will be explored. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours, 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PRCS-133-NT6 05:30--08:10PM M 05/21-08/06 N7 0102 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Safety, Health and Environment 3 Credit $330 Introduces the field of safety, health, and environment within the process industry. Within this course, students will explore various types of process hazards, safety and environmental systems, and equipment and regulations under which plants are governed. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours; 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PRCS-135-NC6 05:30--08:25PM TTH 05/22-07/05 N7 0101 Section NC6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Process Technology Systems 2 Credit $220 Introduces the various process systems used within the process technology industry. Students study specific process systems, factors affecting process systems and how they are controlled during normal operations, and how to recognize abnormal operations of process systems. Also introduces plant economics. Prerequisite: C or better in PRCS 134 and either CHEM 130 or CHEM 131. (PCS 1.2, 2 credit hours; 2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PRCS-255-NT1 02:30--05:00PM M 05/21-08/06 N7 0101 Section NT1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus

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PRCS-255-NT7 05:30--08:00PM Section NT7 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus M 05/21-08/06 N7 0101 Process Technology Internship 1 Credit $110 Applies knowledge and skills in process operations technology in a planned and supervised paid or unpaid work experience. Students will gain practical work experience and apply what has been learned in the classroom to actual work situations. This course is a variable credit course. Prerequisite: C or better in the following: either PHYS 125 or CHEM 132; PRCS 134, PRCS 135, PRCS 231, and PRCS 255; and permission of program coordinator. (PCS 1.2, 1-4 hours credit: 0 hours lecture, 80 hours must be worked for each credit hour granted.) PRCS-271-NT1 - TBA TBA 05/21-08/10 TBA Section NT1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus PSYCHOLOGY General Psychology (IAI: S6 900) 3 Credit $330 Introduces the concepts, principles, and research methods of psychological investigation. Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. The interaction of biological, sociocultural, and cognitive forces that shape personality, emotions, motivation, and social interaction over the life span is emphasized. Other topics include memory, intelligence, states of consciousness, stress, and psychological disorders. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PSYC-131-NT6 06:00--09:20PM Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus T 05/22-08/07 N3 0118

Personality Psychology 3 Credit $330 Explores classic and modern approaches to the study of personality. Introduces mechanisms of psychopathology and psychotherapeutic intervention. Prerequisite: PSYC 131. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) PSYC-235-NT6 06:00--09:40PM W 05/23-08/08 N3 0118 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus REAL ESTATE Real Estate Brokerage 3 Credit $330 Examines the nature of real estate brokerage and how it applies to ownership, titles, legal descriptions, uses, contracts, leases, taxation, and values. Successful completion of this course helps prepare students to qualify for the Illinois Real Estate Brokers Examination. (Note: the State of Illinois also requires individuals to be 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.) Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.2, 3 credit hours; 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) REAL-135-NT1 01:00--04:00PM T 05/22-08/07 N3 0112 Section NT1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus SOCIOLOGY Introduction to Sociology (IAI: S7 900) 3 Credit $330 Explores behavior of individuals as they interact with one another, of individuals with groups, and of groups with one another. Investigates culture, social classes, ethnic and racial groups, prejudice and discrimination, population, social development, religion, and major trends in social life. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) SOCI-131-NT6 06:00--09:40PM W 05/23-08/08 N8 0204 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus SPEECH

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Public Speaking (IAI: C2 900) 3 Credit $330 Covers theory and practice of platform and discussion techniques and development of speech standards through evaluating speeches. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) SPCH-131-NT6 06:00--09:20PM TH 05/24-08/09 N3 0114 Section NT6 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus Public and Private Communication (IAI: C2 900) 3 Credit $330 Covers theory and practice of platform, discussion, and interpersonal techniques to promote sensitive, reasoned communication. Prerequisite: None. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours: 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab) SPCH-145-NS1 10:30--12:10PM MTWTH 07/02-08/09 N3 0112 Section NS1 meets at N.O. Nelson Campus