| Life Skills - Self Development |
| LSK 105 - College Study Skills |
LSK 105 (Formerly EN 101) - College Study Skills
This course is designed to help students develop the academic skills necessary for success at the college level. The course includes such study skills as listening, note taking, time management, textbook reading, the SQ3R study method and test taking. It also includes a review of the theories of memory and forgetting, stress management, career development. This course may be used for matriculation (3 Credits).
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LSK 118 - Critical Thinking |
LSK 118 (Formerly SD 112) - Critical Thinking and Communication
This course is designed to develop and refine students’ logic. Through class dialogue, difficult and controversial issues are explored from the perspective of clarity, organization, factual support, arguments pro and con, and emotional impact. Negotiation techniques and group dynamics are also analyzed (1 Credit).
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LSK 119 - Information Gathering Skills |
This course will help students become more skilled in using print and non-print resources for academic and business needs. Basic and advanced sources will be introduced along with computerized information gathering. The creation of appropriate search strategies will be emphasized (1 Credit).
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LSK 125 - Drug and Alcohol Use |
LSK 125 (Formerly SD 101) - Drug and Alcohol Use
The objective of this course is to survey the major drugs used in society today. Concentration is on the effects of the various street and prescription drugs on human health and behavior (1 Credit).
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LSK 127 - Stress Management |
LSK 127 (Formerly SD 105) - Stress Management
This course provides information on the nature and physiology of the stress response and training in specific stress management techniques. Topics include the physical, cognitive and emotional origins and manifestations of stress, the connection between stress and illness, and techniques for management of the stress response (1 Credit).
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LSK 128 - Assertiveness Training |
LSK 128 (Formerly SD 111) - Assertiveness Training
This course is designed to provide information on and training in personal and work-related communication skills. Topics include differences among assertive, nonassertive and aggressive behavior; identification of personal communication styles and areas in need of improvement; and techniques for developing assertiveness (1 Credit).
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LSK 129 - Basics of Nutrition |
LSK 129 (Formerly SD 107) - Basics of Nutrition
This course introduces students to the principles of good nutrition. In addition to the personal health benefits LSK 129 may bring, the course aids those students pursuing careers working with children or older citizens (1 Credit).
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LSK 131 - Human Sexuality |
LSK 131 (Formerly SD 109) - Human Sexuality This course reviews perspectives on sexuality, gender issues, male and female reproductive systems, conception, prenatal development, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual dysfunctions and healthy relationships (1 Credit).
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LSK 135 - Career Decision Making |
LSK 135 (Formerly SD 102) - Career Decision-Making
This course is ideal for individuals who are uncertain or confused about their career direction. Participants explore career alternatives based on a thorough assessment of their interests, abilities and personality traits (1 Credit).
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LSK 136 - Career Success Skills |
LSK 136 (Formerly SD 110) - Career Success Skills This course focuses on the personal and interpersonal skills that are important to career success. Topics include personal work style, appearance, communication, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, confrontation and leadership styles (1 Credit).
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LSK 137 - Job Finding Skills |
LSK 137 (Formerly SD 103) - Job Finding Skills
In LSK 137 students assess their employability, develop strategies to remove employment barriers and prepare a resume, cover letter and job interview video tape (1 Credit).
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LSK 155 - The Internet |
LSK 155 (Formerly SD 116) - The Internet
This course is designed as an introduction to using the Internet. The student learns the basics of researching information, sending and receiving e-mail, and down-loading files. The student will also learn how to create a web page (1 Credit)
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LSK 157 - Microcomp In Accounting |
LSK 157 (Formerly SD 119) – Microcomputer Accounting Applications
This course provides extensive coverage of accounting topics and offers a balance between theory and hands-on activities using an accounting software package. Simulations involve a proprietorship. Topics include system basics, file setup, general ledgers, accounts receivable and payable (1 Credit).
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LSK 180 - Honors Seminar |
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