Practical logic is the study of critical thinking in everyday contexts. This class is foundational to all aspects of life, including our professional and personal lives. Without critical thinking people may not be able to differentiate between mere opinion and knowledge, which makes them susceptible to holding false beliefs without the means to make corrections. Critical thinking skills teach us how to identify mistakes in reasoning and how to correct these mistakes. This course teaches students the basic concepts of informal logic required for critical thinking. These concepts include the components of arguments, how to analyze logical inferences, and how to evaluate persuasive language as it is often presented in politics, news, social media, business, and even around the dinner table. In addition, students will learn how to identify logical fallacies, how to recognize good evidence (scientific or otherwise), and how to have fruitful discussions with others about even the most contentious topics.

This is an introduction to the classical problems of philosophy through study and critical discussion of selected philosophical classics and contemporary works. Emphasis will be placed on questions of the nature and extent of human knowledge and classic problems about the nature of reality and our place in it.

This is an introduction to the classical problems of philosophy through study and critical discussion of selected philosophical classics and contemporary works. Emphasis will be placed on questions of moral and other values and on the nature of society and justice.

This course is a continuation of PC1240 for students in life and medical sciences. Fluid statics and dynamics, gases, kinetic interpretation; electrostatics; currents and circuits; magnetic field; electromagnetic induction; nuclear radiation, its interaction with matter and application.

Algebra based course primarily for students in life, environmental, and medical sciences. It guides the student through two distinct types of motion: motion of matter (particles) and wave motion. Vectors, forces, bodies of equilibrium, review of kinematics and basic dynamics; conservation of momentum and energy; circular motion; vibrations; elastic waves in matter; sound; wave optics; black body radiation, photons; de Broglie waves. Examples relevant in environmental, life and medical sciences will be emphasized.

The major concepts to be covered in this course include: momentum and impulse; electric forces and fields; current electricity; magnetic forces and fields; electromagnetic radiation (light); and atomic physics. Problem solving is highly emphasized throughout the course.

The topics include: linear and two dimensional velocity, acceleration, forces; vector versus scalar quantities from mathematical and graphical perspectives; Newton's three laws of motion; equilibrium forces, incline planes; centripetal force and acceleration, Kepler's three laws of planetary motion, Newton's law of gravity; work, power kinetic, gravitational potential and conservation of energy; transverse and longitudinal waves and interference of waves, resonance and Doppler effect.

Utilizing yoga poses and principles, we will explore holistic perspectives, including body alignment, mind-body connection, body awareness, and breathing and apply these concepts to other fitness and lifestyle settings.

A concentrated clinical practice experience for consolidation of practical nurse theory and practice. Focus is on Entry-Level Competencies for LPNs and transition to graduate practice.

Introduction into career planning and preparation for graduate practice. Focus is on resume writing, job interview preparation, registration requirements, and developing a study plan for the licensure examination.