Courses

Examines the roles of experiment in physics, using historical examples. Experiments provide a basis for scientific knowledge, test theories, call for new theories, give hints toward the mathematical form of theories, and provide evidence for the existence of entities involved in theories. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: natural science.

Interdisciplinary course that focuses on medieval and modern history of the Middle East (A.D. 600 to the present). Introduces the Islamic civilization of the Middle East and the historical evolution of the region from the traditional into the modern eras. Covers social patterns, economic life, and intellectual trends, as well as political development. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: historical context.

Calculus, probability, statistics, and discrete and continuous modeling are central to understanding the behavior of complex systems, ranging from gene networks and cells to brains and ecosystems. This course is similar to MATH 1300, but a greater emphasis is placed on relevance and applications to complex systems. Especially recommended for biology majors. Prereq., 2 years high school algebra, 1 year geometry, and 1/2 year trigonometry, or MATH 1150. Credit not granted for this course and MATH 1080, 1081, 1090, 1100, 1300, APPM 1350, or ECON 1088. Approved for GT-MA1. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: quantitative reasoning and mathematical skills.

Studies selected topics in analytical geometry and calculus: rates of change of functions, limits, derivatives and their applications. APPM 1340-1345 together are equivalent to APPM 1350. The sequence APPM 1340-1345 is specifically designed for students whose manipulative skills in the techniques of high school algebra and precalculus may be inadequate for APPM 1350. Prereqs., 2 years high school algebra, 1 year geometry, 1 semester trigonometry. Credit not granted for this course and MATH 1150.

Continuation of APPM 1340. Studies selected topics in calculus: derivatives and their applications, integration, differentiation and integration of transcendental functions. Algebraic and trigonometric topics are studied throughout, as needed. Prereq., APPM 1340. Credit not granted for this course and APPM 1350 or MATH 1300.

Topics in analytical geometry and calculus including limits, rates of change of functions, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions, applications of differentiations and integration. Prereqs., 2 years high school algebra, 1 year geometry, and 1/2 year trigonometry; or approval by faculty advisor. Credit not granted for this course and MATH 1080, 1081, 1090, 1100, 1300, 1310, APPM 1345, or ECON 1088. Approved for GT-MA1. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: quantitative reasoning and mathematical skills.

Lect. and lab. Principles of chemistry and their applications are covered in a comprehensive manner (honors level) in this low-enrollment freshman course. Lectures include topics not covered in CHEM 1113/1114-1133/1134. The laboratory experience is more extensive; therefore, the CHEM 1351-371 sequence is highly recommended for well-prepared students who intend to major in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, molecular biology, or related areas.Prereqs., one year high school chemistry; four years of high school math and/or a high score on the SAT or ACT math exam and one year of high school physics. Credit not granted for this course and CHEM 1113/1114, 1221, 1251, and CHEN 1211. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: natural science.

Continuation of APPM 1350. Focuses on applications of the definite integral, methods of integration, improper integrals, Taylor's theorem, and infinite series. Prereqs., APPM 1350 or MATH 1300 (min. grade C-). Credit not granted for this course and MATH 2300.

Lect. and lab. Continuation of CHEM 1351. Prereq., CHEM 1351 (min grade C-). Credit not granted for this course and CHEM 1131, 1133/1134 or 1271. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: natural science. Prerequisites: Requires pre-requisite course of CHEM 1351 (minimum grade C-).

Supplements and strengthens student experiences in chemistry. Allows particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subject and to explore possible careers in science. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Surveys major art styles from about 1600 to the present, including Europe, Asia, the Islamic world, the Americas, and tribal arts. Emphasizes comparison of Western and non-Western visual expressions as evidence of differing cultural orientations. Credit not granted for this course and FINE 1409. Approved for GT-AH1. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.

Introduces major literature through close readings of women's writings in their historical context. Offers a general introduction to women's status and roles in Italy and France. Taught in English. Same as ITAL 1400. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: human diversity.

Introduces major literature through close readings of women's writings in their historical context. Offers a general introduction to women's status and roles in Italy and France. Taught in English. Same as FREN 1400. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: human diversity.

Considers philosophical topics and concepts related to the natural sciences, such as science and pseudo-science; scientific method; the nature of explanation, theory, confirmation, and falsification; the effect of science on basic concepts like mind, freedom, time, and causality; ethics of experimentation; and the relation of science tosociety. Approved for GT-AH3. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: natural science.

Provides instruction and practice to improve academic speaking and writing skills for effective participation in U.S. universities. Speaking includes accent reduction and effective communication through oral activities and recordings. Writing addresses development of paragraphs and full-length papers, including organization, grammar, vocabulary, incorporating ideas of others, and citing sources appropriately. Instructor feedback helps students improve fluency in both speaking and writing. Restricted to non-native speakers of English. Credit not granted for this course and ESLG 1130 or ESLG 1210.

Assists students in meeting state mathematics certification requirements. Topics include problem solving, number systems, geometry and measurement, probability and statistics. Enrollment is restricted to students already admitted to or intending to apply for admission to the secondary teacher education program. Prereqs., one year high school algebra, one year geometry. Approved for GT-MA1. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: quantitative reasoning and mathematical skills. Prerequisites: Restricted to PRED, EDEL, EDEN, EDSS, EDSC, EDMU, EDSP, EDFR, EDGR, EDIT, EDJP or EDLT Students only.

Designed to supplement and strengthen student experiences in EBIO 1210 and 1220. Allows particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subject and possible careers in science. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Designed to supplement and strengthen student experiences in microeconomics. Allows particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subject and to explore possible careers in social science. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Offers an unusual and essential opportunity for students to receive small-group enrichment and reinforcement. Supplements and strengthens student experiences in mathematics, allowing particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subject in a supportive environment, and to explore possible careers inscience. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Introductory study of definition, informal fallacies, and the principles and standards of correct reasoning. Provides practice in analyzing, evaluating, and constructing frequently encountered types of arguments. Does not fulfill major requirement in logic.

Supplements and strengthens student experiences in MCDB 1150 and 2150. Allows particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subject and to explore possible careers in science. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Fosters an appreciation of the humanities and social sciences. Readings, discussions, cooperative learning exercises, and outside activities illustrate the interconnections between different bodies of knowledge. Emphasizes relationships between the humanities/social sciences and the real world. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Building on ARSC 1480, enhances students' knowledge and appreciation of the humanities and social sciences. Readings, discussions, cooperative learning exercises, workshopping papers and presentation, guest speakers, and outside activities are designed to enhance both students' appreciation of the subject matter and their performance in their regular courses. Emphasis is on actively using knowledge of humanities and social sciences in a variety of ways. Prereq., ARSC 1480. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Building on ARSP 1490, this course seeks to enhance students' knowledge and appreciation of the humanities and social sciences. Readings, discussions, cooperative learning exercises, workshopping papers and presentations, guest speakers, and outside activities are designed to enhance both students' appreciation of the subject matter and their performance in their regular courses. Emphasisis placed on actively using knowledge of humanities and social science in a variety of ways. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours.

Studies the Colorado environment from multiple aspects of history and ecology. Presents historical events in their environmental context and examines lingering environmental consequences. Presents major habitats within Colorado and relates their historical and present uses. Lecture and field trips. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: United States context.