Math & Science

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the livestock and poultry industries, emphasizing the application of biological science in contemporary livestock practices, with particular attention to production, marketing, and distribution.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of plant science and crop technology, emphasizing plant form and function, structural development, nutrition, soil and water management, mineral management, and plant reproduction.

This course is designed for homeowners, gardeners, and landscapers. Students will explore an interest in gardening and landscaping as a hobby, for professional growth, or to broaden their knowledge of horticulture. Students will gain expertise in gardening and landscaping principles tailored for desert and semi-arid environments, encompassing both conventional and organic practices. Completing this course fulfills the training requirements for the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program.

This course explores essential economic concepts and highlights important Arizona laws that shape the world of plant nurseries, landscaping companies, and agribusinesses.

This course is a survey of modern astronomy introducing cycles of the sky, astronomical observations, history of astronomy, gravitation, light, optical instruments, stellar evolution and classification, galaxies, cosmological theories, survey of the solar system, and life in the universe. 

Introduction to Astronomy Research introduces students to research. This course is designed to assist undergraduate research teams complete modest scientific research projects. Teams meet with their instructor to conduct research. Each student team makes observations, analyzes original data, writes and edits a team paper, has their paper reviewed by an external reviewer, and submits their paper for publication. Introduction to Astronomy Research purposely limits the difficulty of research projects. The goal of this course is to not only introduce students to research techniques and tools, but to guide them through the process of writing and editing a scientific paper. Contact is primarily with other students and instructors. Completion of this course prepares students for the much more demanding workshop, Advanced Astronomy Research, AST 231.

The Advanced Astronomy Research class is a continuation of Introduction to Astronomy Research. This course is designed to assist undergraduate research teams complete modest scientific research projects. Each team meets via video conferencing to conduct research and meets with their research supervisor and other teams in weekly staff meetings. Each student team manages their own research, obtains and reduces observations made by a remote robotic telescope, analyzes original data, writes and rewrites a team paper, obtains an external review for their paper, and submits their paper for publication.

Students learn how to prepare and present team research results as a talk or poster at a scientific conference. This course is geared towards assisting students in presenting completed research at a specific conference. Students learn how to develop a presentation that meets the expectations of the conference organizers, lay out the presentation in a logical manner, and follow the guides for creating a powerful presentation. Guidance and support for giving the presentation is provided. This course helps students emerge themselves in the rich experience of a scientific conference, meet other researchers, visit booths, and form new friendships and collaborations. A final written report on their experience helps congeal their experience into a meaningful whole.

This hands-on course explores the biology of both plants and animals within the context of their environment, spanning levels of organization from molecules to the biosphere. Designed for non-science majors, it fulfills liberal studies requirements and emphasizes current, real-world issues in biology and ecology.

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 100L is required. 

This course is an introductory survey of human anatomy and physiology. It is designed for non-science majors. The course provides a broad overview of all major body systems—including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems, with emphasis on structure and function.

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 160L is required. 

An introduction to the structural and functional organization of living organisms at a cellular level. Prior completion of one year of high school/college-level chemistry and/or a previous biology course is recommended for success in this course.

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 181L is required.

A continuation of BIO 181. This course provides an overview of biological diversity, covering the structure and function of microorganisms, plants, and animals—including both invertebrates and vertebrates. Students will also explore foundational concepts in human anatomy and physiology. Additional topics include population ecology, community dynamics, and the characteristics of major ecosystems and biomes.

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 182L is required.

This course provides in-depth examination of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems. Students will explore these systems through an integrated approach that includes lecture-based content and hands-on laboratory experiences. Designed for students pursuing health science or nursing pathways.

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 201L is required.

This course explores the structure and function of the cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, urinary, reproductive, lymphatic and endocrine systems. Through a combination of lectures and laboratory sessions, students will investigate key principles of homeostasis and organ system integration. 

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 202L is required.

This course provides a foundational introduction to microbiology, with emphasis on the structure and function of microorganisms, microbial diversity, mechanisms of pathogenicity, and host immune responses. Laboratory exercises reinforce theoretical concepts through microscopy, aseptic technique, culturing methods, and diagnostic procedures. Designed for students majoring in life sciences or preparing for careers in the health professions.

Concurrent enrollment in BIO 205L is required.

This course introduces the fundamental principles of chemistry. It is designed for students with no background in chemistry. The course focuses on relating chemistry concepts to real life. Laboratory activities are designed to reinforce chemistry concepts while actively engaging the student in the learning process. Topics covered in the course include measurement, problem solving, matter and energy, atomic and molecular theory, chemical bonding, the mole concept and basic stoichiometry, states of matter, solutions, acid-base chemistry, redox chemistry, and nuclear chemistry.

Concurrent enrollment in CHM 130L is required.

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of chemistry as a foundation for allied health fields including Nursing and Allied Health programs. It is an introduction to general principles of inorganic chemistry including measurements, atomic structure, bonding, nomenclature, states of matter, solutions, and nuclear chemistry. The course also includes topics in organic and biochemistry including hydrocarbons, organic functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, and nucleic acids.

Concurrent enrollment in CHM 138L is required.

General Chemistry is a two-semester sequence. General Chemistry I explores the fundamental principles of chemistry including the nature of matter, measurement, atomic structure and the periodic table, chemical bonding, the mole concept and stoichiometry, and properties of gases. Critical thinking strategies are applied through inquiry-based laboratory activities. At least one year of high school algebra is recommended prior to taking this course.

Concurrent enrollment in CHM 151L is required.

This course continues the study of fundamental principles and laws of chemistry covering the topics of chemical kinetics, equilibria, ionic and redox reactions, acids-base chemistry, thermodynamics, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to organic chemistry. Critical thinking strategies are applied through inquiry-based laboratory activities.

Concurrent enrollment in CHM 152L is required.

This introductory course applies fundamental mathematical principles to real-world contexts. Topics covered include numerical operations, metric and English measurement systems, introductory algebra, and the practical use of formulas. The course also addresses the applications of ratios and proportions, graphing, geometry, and right-triangle trigonometry.

This course offers a foundational introduction to algebraic concepts. Students will explore topics such as simplifying and evaluating algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing on the coordinate plane, working with exponents and polynomials, factoring techniques, and solving systems of equations.

This course builds on concepts introduced in Elementary Algebra, providing a deeper exploration of algebraic principles. Topics include functions, advanced equations and inequalities, systems of equations, polynomial operations, and the manipulation of rational and radical expressions and functions.

This course covers quantitative methods, including ratios and proportions, exponential functions, statistics and probability, finance, discrete mathematics, graphical representations, and additional selected topics. Emphasis is placed on applying foundational college-level mathematical concepts to real-world problems.

This course serves as a foundational step toward calculus, focusing on the analysis of functions and their applications. Topics include equations, graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic expressions, matrices, and conic sections. Optional topics may cover sequences, series, and other precalculus concepts. This course is designed to prepare students for more advanced study in mathematics and related fields.

This course explores the foundational concepts and structures that support effective mathematics instruction in grades K–8. Topics include the base-ten number system, operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, as well as problem-solving strategies, ratios, proportions, and key ideas from number theory. Emphasis is placed on developing a deep conceptual understanding to support classroom teaching and student learning.

This course continues the exploration of foundational mathematical concepts for effective instruction in grades K–8. Emphasis is placed on algebraic thinking, measurement, and geometry, including perimeter, area, volume, surface area, symmetry, transformations, constructions, and scale. Students also study data analysis, statistics, and introductory probability, with a focus on reasoning, representation, and communication appropriate for the elementary and middle school classroom.

This course introduces the fundamental principles and techniques of statistics as applied to the collection, organization, analysis, and interpretation of data. Topics include frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and variability, probability theory, sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression and correlation. Designed for students in business, behavioral sciences, social sciences, and other fields requiring data-informed decision making. This course is equivalent to PSY 220.

This course focuses on the study and application of trigonometric functions and identities. Topics include angle measurement, right and oblique triangle solutions, the unit circle, graphing trigonometric functions, inverse trigonometric functions, and analytic techniques such as verifying identities and solving trigonometric equations. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinates, and complex numbers, including powers and roots using De Moivre’s Theorem. This course is designed for students intending to pursue Calculus and STEM-related fields.

This course introduces differential and integral calculus with a focus on elementary functions and applications in business, economics, and the social sciences. Emphasis is placed on practical modeling and problem-solving rather than theoretical depth. 

This course is an introduction to integral calculus and applications of the integral. It will cover real numbers, limits and continuity for functions of a single real variable, and differentiability and applications of the derivative. 

This course is designed for students with no background in physics. Students are introduced to the key concepts of physics as they relate to the world around us. Topics include forces and motion, heat, waves, electricity and magnetism, and sound and light.

This active learning style class will introduce students through the process of working with a community group. With mentoring, students will observe and support the design, research, and completion of a service project that advances a community priority or addresses a community challenge related to natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement as well as global futures. Students will be in a mentee relationship within a team. Students will be in a team that learns how to build relationships, understand community priorities, design projects that advance those priorities, and connect the work to personal and career goals. The class has four elements: 1) online materials that introduce key ideas and skills, 2) in-person workshops students work in teams, and individual homework, including 3) working on the project and 4) reflecting on the project. 

Students will take a leadership role in working with a community group to design, carry out, and complete a project that advances a community priority or addresses a community challenge related to natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement as well as global futures.  Students build relationships, understand community priorities, design projects that advance those priorities, organize and carry out project work, share the results broadly, and connect the work to personal and career goals. The class has four elements: 1) online materials that introduce key ideas and skills, 2) in-person workshops students work in teams, and individual homework, including 3) working on the project and 4) reflecting on the project.