Math 100: Algebra Enrichment
Credits 2 | Gen Eds: None
This course offers three different levels of courses; MATH 100A, MATH 100B, and MATH 100C. Reserved for EOP students in BEP. The descriptions for these courses are as follows:
MATH 100A: Algebra Enrichment I:
Beginning Algebra. Students at this level cover the following topics: Fractions, decimals, and percents; Order of operations; Solving basic (linear) equations and inequalities; Using algebraic expressions to represent basic real-world scenarios to help solve word problems. Exponents, polynomial operations, factoring, and rational expressions as time allows. Reserved for EOP students in BEP.
MATH 100B: Algebra Enrichment II:
Intermediate Algebra. Students at this level cover the following topics: Exponents; Polynomial operations; Factoring; Linear equations; Systems of linear equations and inequalities; Solving quadratic equations; Rational expressions/complex fractions. Functions and graphing. Reserved for EOP students in BEP.
MATH 100C: Algebra Enrichment III:
Advanced Algebra/Pre-Calculus. Students at this level cover as many of the following topics as possible: Solving higher-order polynomial, rational, radical, and absolute value equations; Solving polynomial, rational, and absolute value inequalities; The study of various types of functions (linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric), their properties, and operations. Reserved for EOP students in BEP.
WRIT 101: Bridging Academic Writing
Credits 2 | Gen Eds: W
WRIT 101, "Bridging Academic Writing," is a course designed to help students bridge the gap between high school and college. Drawing from theories informed by the latest research in composition studies, WRIT 101 aims to provide students the necessary tools to be successful participants in a college-going culture. Reserved for EOP students in BEP.
GEOG 233: Urban Geography: Race and Place
Credits 4 | Gen Eds: D, G, N, USD
America’s urban realm has evolved within the context of European influences and unique processes related to American geography, technology, policy and institutions – economic, political, legal, and social. These forces – combined with America’s racial/ethnic populations – have produced unique American urban landscapes and racial problems in various periods of American history, as well as in the contemporary times. This course examines specific technologies, institutions, policies, and ideologies that played a pivotal role in the evolution of America’s racial/ethnic groups and their geography. Native American, Hispanic American (Mexican, Cuban, and Puerto Rican), African American, Asian American (Japanese and Chinese), and White ethnic (Jewish and Italian) cultures are examined to identify their place (both spatial and hierarchical) in the progression of American society. Reserved in the summer for EOP students in BEP.
CHEM 100: Basic Chemistry
Credits 4 | Gen Eds: None
Chemistry 100 is a one-semester course designed for students with a weak or no high school science background. It is designed to prepare students for Chemistry 107-108 or Chemistry 111. Chemistry 100 does not fulfill the Harpur all-college requirement in math and science.
CHEM 197: Foundations for Success in General Chemistry (Listed as Ind Study: General Chemistry)
Credits 2 | Gen Eds: None
CHEM 197 is designed to complement CHEM 100 (Basic Chemistry) and support student success in introductory chemistry and beyond. In this hands-on, collaborative environment, students will work together to solve problems, explore key concepts, and develop essential skills for succeeding in General Chemistry. Activities will reinforce foundational topics such as unit conversions, dimensional analysis, and significant figures, with connections to laboratory practices. Reserved for EOP students in BEP.
DIDA 120: Interactive Fiction
Credits 4 | Gen Eds: H
In this course students will plan, craft and publish interactive fiction (IF) stories their audience will navigate by making choices based on given prompts. Students will create stories using Twine, a free and open source tool while learning basic coding skills to create countdowns, trackers, puzzles and add images and effects to their stories. Students will also engage with and present to each other about a variety of forms of interactive fiction including tabletop RPGs, video games, and choose your own adventure books exploring the various genres and theories of interactive fiction each form engages with. Reserved for EOP students in BEP.