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ARTH 105 - History of Western Art I Credits: 3
The visual arts from Paleolithic times to the Renaissance.
Note: Carolina Core: AIU
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ARTH 106 - History of Western Art II Credits: 3
The visual arts from the Renaissance to the present.
Note: Carolina Core: AIU
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ARTH 399 - Independent Study Credits: 3-9
Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chair
Note: Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
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BIOL 101 - Biological Principles I Credits: 3
Introductory survey of macromolecules, cell structure and function, genetics, and molecular biology.
Corequisite: BIOL 101L
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 101L - Biological Principles I Laboratory Credits: 1
(Recommended concurrent with BIOL 101). Experimental examination of basic principles of cell biology, genetics and metabolism.
Note: Three hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 102 - Biological Principles II Credits: 3
Introductory survey of plant and animal development, physiology, ecology, and evolution.
Corequisite: BIOL 102L
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in BIOL 101
BIOL 102L
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
Restricted to students who have credit for BIOL 102L but lack the lecture.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 102L - Biological Principles II Laboratory Credits: 1
Experimental examination of structure and function of plant and animal systems, biodiversity, ecology.
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in BIOL 101 and BIOL 101L; recommended concurrent with BIOL 102.
Note: Three hours per week.
BIOL 101, 102, 101L and 102L must be completed prior to enrolling in 300-level or above Biology courses
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 110 - General Biology Credits: 4
Basic biological concepts and issues for non-biology majors. Credit may not be given for both this course and BIOL 120.
Note: Three lecture, two laboratory hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 110A - General Biology (Audio-Tutorial) Credits: 1
Addendum to BIOL 110
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BIOL 200 - Plant Science Credits: 3
An introduction to plant science for the non-major. This course does not carry major credit, and is not designed as a prerequisite for other biology courses. Plant development, physiology, genetics, evolution, and ecology will be considered.
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
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BIOL 200L - Plant Science Laboratory Credits: 1
Laboratory exercises, demonstrations, and audio-visual supplements to BIOL 200. Not for major credit.
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 200
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 200
Note: Two hours per week.
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BIOL 206 - Genetics and Society Credits: 3
(Designed for non-major students.) Genetic principles, emphasizing human heredity. Relevance of recent advances in genetics.
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 220 - Selected Topics in Biology Credits: 1-8
A series of courses each lasting one-third of a semester. Course content varies and will be announced in the schedule of classes by suffix and title.
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
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BIOL 243 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 3
Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Not available for biology major credit.
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 243L - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory Credits: 1
The principles of anatomy and physiology as demonstrated by microscopic studies, animal dissection, and physiological experiments.
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 243
Note: One three-hour laboratory per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 244 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: 3
Functional anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the cardiovascular, endocrine, excretory, reproductive, digestive, and respiratory systems. Not available for biology major credit.
Prerequisites: BIOL 243
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 244L - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory Credits: 1
A continuation of BIOL 243L.
Corequisite: BIOL 244
Note: One three-hour laboratory per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 250 - Microbiology Credits: 3
An introduction to bacteria and viruses, emphasizing structure, metabolism, and pathogenesis. Discussion of infectious diseases, antigen-antibody relationships, and anti-microbial agents in chemotherapy. Not available for biology major credit
Corequisite: BIOL 250L
Prerequisites: college-level biology and chemistry
Note: Three lecture hours per week.
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BIOL 250L - Microbiology Laboratory Credits: 1
Not available for biology major credit.
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 250
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 250
Note: Three hours per week.
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BIOL 270 - Introduction to Environmental Biology Credits: 3
Basic ecological principles and the impacts of human population growth and technology. Not for major credit.
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 270L - Introduction to Environmental Biology Laboratory Credits: 1
Demonstrations, data analyses, discussions, and films relating to human ecology, resource use, and environmental impact. Not for major credit
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 270
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: BIOL 270
Note: Two hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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BIOL 399 - Independent Study Credits: 1-6
Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department head is required for undergraduate students.
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CHEM 101 - Fundamental Chemistry I Credits: 4
A science elective surveying inorganic and solution chemistry. First of a terminal two-semester sequence.
Note: Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week.
Carolina Core: SCI
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CHEM 102 - Fundamental Chemistry II Credits: 4
An introductory survey of organic and biochemistry.
Prerequisites: 1 year high-school chemistry, CHEM 101, 111, or equivalent
Note: Three lecture, one recitation, and two laboratory hours per week.
Carolina Core: SCI
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CHEM 111 - General Chemistry I Credits: 3
Survey of the principles that underlie all chemistry with applications illustrating these principles.
Prerequisites: MATH 111 or 115 (or higher)
Note: Three lecture and one recitation hours per week.
Carolina Core SCI
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CHEM 112 - General Chemistry II Credits: 3
Continuation of CHEM 111. Special emphasis on chemical equilibrium.
Prerequisites: MATH 111 or 115 (or higher) and a grade of C or better in CHEM 111 or CHEM 141
Note: Three lecture and one recitation hours per week.
Carolina Core: SCI
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CHEM 333 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 3
Contemporary theories, nomenclature, reactions, mechanisms, and syntheses of carbon compounds. Required for chemistry majors.
Prerequisites: CHEM 112 or CHEM 142
Note: Three lecture and one recitation hours per week.
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CHEM 333L - Comprehensive Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credits: 2
Laboratory safety, synthesis, separation, and purification of carbon compounds. Required for chemistry majors.
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: CHEM 331 or CHEM 333
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: CHEM 331 or CHEM 333
Note: Six laboratory hours per week.
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CHEM 334 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 3
Continuation of CHEM 333. Required for chemistry majors.
Prerequisites: CHEM 333
Note: Three lecture and one recitation hours per week.
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CHEM 334L - Comprehensive Organic Chemistry Laboratory II Credits: 2
Continuation of CHEM 333L. Spectroscopic identification of carbon compounds. Required for chemistry majors.
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: CHEM 334
Prerequisites: CHEM 332L or 333L;
Prereq or coreq: CHEM 334
Note: Six laboratory hours per week.
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CHEM 399 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3
Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair or dean is required.
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CSCE 101 - Introduction to Computer Concepts Credits: 3
History, application, and social impact of computers; problem-solving, algorithm development, applications software, and programming in a procedural language.
Note: Carolina Core ARP
Open to all majors.
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CSCE 102 - General Applications Programming Credits: 3
Introduction to systematic computer problem-solving and programming for a variety of applications.
Note: Carolina Core ARP
Open to all majors.
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ENGL 101 - Critical Reading and Composition Credits: 3
Instruction in strategies for critically reading and analyzing literature and non-literary texts; structured, sustained practice in composing expository and analytical essays.
Note: Carolina Core CMW
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ENGL 102 - Rhetoric and Composition Credits: 3
Instruction and intensive practice in researching, analyzing, and composing written arguments about academic and public issues.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent credit
Note: Overlay Course
Carolina Core: CMW
Carolina Core: INF (Note: INF credit only if taken at USC Columbia
or regional campus Spring 2013 or later.)
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ENGL 282 - Fiction Credits: 3
Fiction from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and 102 or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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ENGL 284 - Drama Credits: 3
Drama from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and 102 or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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ENGL 285 - Themes in American Writing Credits: 3
Reading a variety of American texts that exemplify persistent themes of American culture.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and 102 or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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ENGL 286 - Poetry Credits: 3
Poetry from several countries and historical periods, illustrating the nature of the genre.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and 102 or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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ENGL 287 - American Literature Credits: 3
An introduction to American literary history, emphasizing the analysis of literary texts, the development of literary traditions over time, the emergence of new genres and forms, and the writing of successful essays about literature. Designed for English majors.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and 102 or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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ENGL 288 - English Literature Credits: 3
An introduction to English literary history, emphasizing the analysis of literary texts, the development of literary traditions over time, the emergence of new genres and forms, and the writing of successful essays about literature. Designed for English majors.
Prerequisites: ENGL 101 and 102 or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core AIU
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ENGL 390 - Great Books of the Western World I Credits: 3
European masterpieces from antiquity to the beginning of the Renaissance.
Cross-listed Course: CPLT 301
Note: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.
Carolina Core Integrative Course, English, BA
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ENGL 391 - Great Books of the Western World II Credits: 3
European masterpieces from the Renaissance to the present.
Cross-listed Course: CPLT 302
Note: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.
Carolina Core Integrative Course, English, BA
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ENGL 399 - Independent Study Credits: 3-9
Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
Note: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.
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ENGL 405 - Shakespeare’s Tragedies Credits: 3
Note: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.
Carolina Core Integrative Course, English, BA
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ENGL 406 - Shakespeare’s Comedies and Histories Credits: 3
Note: All Literature Courses 300 and above require ENGL 101, 102, and one course between ENGL 270-292.
Carolina Core Integrative Course, English, BA
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HIST 101 - European Civilization from Ancient Times to the Mid-17th Century Credits: 3
The rise and development of European civilization from its Mediterranean origins through the Renaissance and Reformation.
Note: Carolina Core GHS
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HIST 102 - European Civilization from the Mid-17th Century Credits: 3
European development and expansion from the mid-17th century to the present.
Note: Carolina Core GHS
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HIST 109 - Introduction to Latin American Civilization Credits: 3
A discussion of the political, cultural, and economic forces which have conditioned the development of institutions and ideas in Spanish and Portuguese America.
Note: Carolina Core GHS
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HIST 111 - United States History to 1865 Credits: 3
A general survey of the United States from the era of discovery to 1865, emphasizing major political, economic, social, and intellectual developments.
Note: Carolina Core GHS
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HIST 112 - United States History since 1865 Credits: 3
A general survey of the United States from 1865 to the present, emphasizing major political, economic, social, and intellectual developments. Honors sections are available for students in the honors program.
Note: Carolina Core GHS
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HIST 311 - The Age of Absolutism, 1648-1789 Credits: 3
A survey of European political, economic, and intellectual development from the age of Louis XIV to the eve of the French Revolution.
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HIST 312 - French Revolution and Napoleon Credits: 3
The changes in France and Europe during the revolutionary decade, the rise of Napoleon, and the establishment of French hegemony over the Continent.
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HIST 316 - Nineteenth-Century Europe Credits: 3
Political, social, economic, and intellectual developments from 1815-1900, which brought European culture to its zenith and contributed to Europe’s global domination.
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HIST 317 - Contemporary Europe from World War I to World War II Credits: 3
The Great War, revolution, and reconstruction; the rise of authoritarian and totalitarian regimes and the coming of World War II.
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HIST 318 - Europe from World War II to the Present Credits: 3
The Second World War and its origins; the Cold War; European recovery; a divided continent and Europe in the Global Era.
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HIST 320 - The History of Great Britain Credits: 3
A survey of the political, social, economic, and cultural development of the British Isles from Anglo-Saxon times to the present. First semester: to the Restoration of 1660; second semester: since 1660.
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HIST 321 - The History of Great Britain Credits: 3
A survey of the political, social, economic, and cultural development of the British Isles from Anglo-Saxon times to the present. First semester: to the Restoration of 1660; second semester: since 1660.
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HIST 399 - Independent Study Credits: 1-6
Contract approved by instructor, advisor, and department chair is required for undergraduate students.
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HPEB 321 - Personal and Community Health Credits: 3
Psychosocial health, stress management, leading infectious and noninfectious diseases, nutrition, physical fitness, sexuality, consumer health and health care access, environmental health, aging, and death.
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HPEB 399 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3
Open to sophomores and above. Enrollment and topic to be approved in advance by advisor and instructor.
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MATH 111 - Basic College Mathematics Credits: 3
Basic college algebra; linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, functions and graphs of functions, exponential and logarithm functions, systems of equations. Credit may not be received for both MATH 111 and 115.
Prerequisites: placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
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MATH 112 - Trigonometry Credits: 2
Topics in trigonometry specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241. Circular functions, analytic trigonometry, applications of trigonometry. Credit may not be received for both MATH 112 and 115.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111 or 111I, or placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
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MATH 115 - Precalculus Mathematics Credits: 4
Topics in algebra and trigonometry specifically needed for MATH 141, 142, 241. Subsets of the real line, absolute value; polynomial, rational, inverse, logarithmic, exponential functions; circular functions; analytic trigonometry. Credit may not be received for both MATH 111 and 115 or both MATH 112 and 115.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111 or 111I, or by Precalculus Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
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MATH 122 - Calculus for Business Administration and Social Sciences Credits: 3
Derivatives and integrals of elementary algebraic, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Maxima, minima, rate of change, motion, work, area under a curve, and volume.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111/111I, or by placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
Note: Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 141 - Calculus I Credits: 4
Functions, limits, derivatives, introduction to integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, applications of derivatives and integrals.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 112, 115, 116, or by Precalculus Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
Note: Four classroom hours and one laboratory hour per week.
Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 142 - Calculus II Credits: 4
Methods of integration, sequences and series, approximations.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 141
Note: Four classroom hours and one laboratory hour per week.
Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 170 - Finite Mathematics Credits: 3
Elementary matrix theory; systems of linear equations; permutations and combinations; probability and Markov chains; linear programming and game theory.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111 or 111I or 112, or by placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
Note: Carolina Core ARP
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MATH 174 - Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science Credits: 3
Induction, complexity, elementary counting, combinations and permutations, recursion and recurrence relations, graphs and trees; discussion of the design and analysis of algorithms—with emphasis on sorting and searching.
Prerequisites: C or better in any 100-level MATH course or placement through either version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/
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MATH 221 - Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics I Credits: 3
The meaning of number, fundamental operations of arithmetic, the structure of the real number system and its subsystems, elementary number theory. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 111/111I, or by placement through Algebra version of the Mathematics Placement Test: http://assess.math.sc.edu/, or consent of the department
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MATH 222 - Basic Concepts of Elementary Mathematics II Credits: 3
Informal geometry and basic concepts of algebra. Open only to students in elementary or early childhood teacher certification.
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in MATH 221, or consent of the department
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MATH 241 - Vector Calculus Credits: 3
Vector algebra, geometry of three-dimensional space; lines, planes, and curves in space; polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems; partial differentiation, max-min theory; multiple and iterated integration, line integrals, and Green’s theorem in the plane.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 142, or consent of the department
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MATH 242 - Elementary Differential Equations Credits: 3
Ordinary differential equations of first order, higher order linear equations, Laplace transform methods, series methods; numerical solution of differential equations. Applications to physical sciences and engineering.
Prerequisites: C or better in MATH 142, or consent of the department
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PEDU 103 - Jogging. Credits: 1
• Exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation for weight control and fitness improvement.
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PEDU 104 - Personal Fitness and Weight Control Credits: 1
Advanced techniques for controlling weight and improving fitness through exercise, lectures, and self-evaluation.
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PEDU 105 - Weight Training Credits: 1
Fundamentals of progressive resistance exercise training.
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PEDU 106 - Advanced Weight Training Credits: 1
Advanced techniques.
Prerequisites: PEDU 105 or consent of instructor
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PEDU 107 - Aerobic Dance Credits: 1
Cardio-respiratory fitness, flexibility, and coordination through continuous rhythmical movements.
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PEDU 110 - Orientation to Physical Education Credits: 1
Experiences in a variety of physical-activity areas.
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PEDU 111 - Badminton Credits: 1
Basic strokes and introduction to the history, rules, and strategy of the game.
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PEDU 112 - Basketball Credits: 1
Fundamental skills of game performance. Strategy, rules, and basic offenses and defenses.
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PEDU 120 - Softball Credits: 1
Fundamental skills for game performance; history, rules, and game strategy.
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PEDU 121 - Beginning Tennis Credits: 1
Basic strokes, history, rules, and strategy of the game
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PEDU 122 - Volleyball Credits: 1
Recreational and competitive volleyball skills.
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PEDU 123 - Pilates Credits: 1
Focus is placed on mind-body exercises which help strengthen and condition the muscles. Each exercise will focus on building core strength, lengthening muscles, and improving flexibility. Proper breathing will also be demonstrated for each exercise in order to achieve the maximum benefits.
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PEDU 153 - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Credits: 1
Knowledge and skills in providing artificial respiration, first aid for foreign body obstruction, one and two rescuer CPR for adults, infants, and children.
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PEDU 232 - Philosophy and Principles of Physical Education Credits: 3
Historical background, current problems, and publications.
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PHYS 201 - General Physics I Credits: 3
First part of an introductory course sequence. Topics include mechanics, wave motion, sound, and heat. No previous background in physics is assumed.
Prerequisites: MATH 115, or MATH 122, or equivalent
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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PHYS 201L - General Physics Laboratory I Credits: 1
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 201
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 201
Note: Carolina Core SCI
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PHYS 202 - General Physics II Credits: 3
Continuation of PHYS 201; includes electromagnetism, relativity, quantum physics, atomic and nuclear physics.
Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in PHYS 201
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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PHYS 202L - General Physics Laboratory II Credits: 1
Corequisite: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 202
Prerequisites: Prereq or coreq: PHYS 202
Note: Carolina Core: SCI
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POLI 105 - Introduction to Politics Credits: 3
Concepts and problems involved in human relationship with governments, the nation-state, and political change.
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POLI 109 - Controversies in Public Policy Credits: 3
An introduction to the analysis of contentious public policy questions in contemporary American society, such as welfare, gun control, health care financing, immigration, affirmative action, and/or abortion.
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POLI 201 - American National Government Credits: 3
The formation and development of the national government, its organization and powers.
Note: Overlay Course
Carolina Core GSS
Carolina Core VSR
(VSR credit only if taken at USC Columbia or Palmetto College Campus Fall 2013 or later.)
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PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
An introduction to and survey of the basic concepts and findings within the field of psychology
Note: Carolina Core: GSS
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PSYC 103 - Psychology of Adjustment Credits: 3
Introduction to theories and processes underlying and facilitating human adjustment in the community, family, and workplace.
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PSYC 226 - Research Methods in Psychology Credits: 3
Basic principles and methodology
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or SCHC 130
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PSYC 227 - Psychological Statistics Credits: 3
Introduction to statistical methods essential for psychological research.
Prerequisites: PSYC 226 and MATH 111 or placement out of MATH 111
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PSYC 300 - Human Sexual Behavior Credits: 3
Psychological, physiological, and sociological factors of human sexual behavior and attitudes
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PSYC 399 - Independent Study Credits: 1-6
Closely supervised project or research experience in psychology. Approved contract required. May be repeated for up to six credits. Not for psychology major credit.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and consent of instructor
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