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The following online courses are available to PSEO and dual enrollment students. Be sure to check with your high school counselor to determine whether a specific course meets your high school requirements. 

If you have questions related to registration, transcripts, or your academic plan contact an early college advisor.

Courses

Spring 2024

  • Survey of Art History - Acadeum (ARH222)

    Survey of history from prehistoric painting to the contemporary period, examining major developments, artists, aesthetic concepts, stylistic practices, and use of materials. Compares the way material use and thematic ideas are addressed in different historical and geographic regions around the globe. Typically Offered- Spring.

    4 credits - 01/02/2024 to 01/13/2024

  • Community Engagement (BEL058)

    Learn about a diverse group of people and broaden perspectives of co-laboring with people beyond one's immediate community. Build goal setting, planning, and collaboration skills while involved in an integrated community service-learning opportunity. Structured prepration and reflection assist in challenging personal and social values and beliefs. Typically Offered- Fall, Interim, Spring, Summer. Special Notes- Course can be repeated three times for credit. Credit is earned based on successful completion of the course including 37.5 hours of service learning per credit; Fee of $25.00 per .5 credit attached to this course. Graded on an S/U basis.

    2 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Medical Terminology (BIO105)

    Study of medical terms. Students study material independently and take proctored examination to demonstrate knowledge of medical language. Prerequisites- Consent of instructor. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    2 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology (BIO120)

    An introduction to cellular and subcellular aspects of living organisms. Includes a study of basic chemistry, biological molecules, cells, enzymes, metabolism, classical genetics, and molecular genetics. Concurrent registration in BIO120D is required. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring. Special Notes- This course is intended for nursing and other science related majors.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Business Calculus (BUS100M)

    A non-trigonometric-based introduction to the concepts of the derivative and the integral with a focus on applications in business and economics. Prerequisites- At least two years of high school algebra. Typically Offered- Fall, January.

    3 credits - 01/03/2024 to 01/25/2024

  • Business Problem Solving (BUS130)

    A foundation for understanding and solving business and economic problems. Introduction to business and economic concepts, terminology, and problems along with the mathematical skills needed to solve problems. Emphasis on understanding problems, solutions, and decision making, as well as developing critical-thinking skills needed for success in business and economics. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 01/08/2024 to 02/23/2024

  • Personal Financial Literacy (BUS213)

    Exploration of fundamental personal financial management topics. Learners make values-based financial decisions. Using a variety of tools to evaluate risk and make choices regarding debt management, savings, budgeting, investing, and long-range personal financial planning. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024

  • Managing Orgs and People (BUS230)

    Fundamentals of managerial activities- planning, organizing, leading, and controlling organizational activity. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    4 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Introduction to Chemistry (CHE101)

    Overview of atoms–their composition, ability to form bonds, and to interact as molecules. Open to all students but tailored for nursing and allied health fields. Concurrent registration in CHE101D is required. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Laboratory Safety and Chemical Hygiene (CHE200)

    High standards of safety and chemical hygiene make the science laboratory a safe, comfortable, interesting place to work. Standards and federal/state guidelines pertaining to safety and hygiene in the laboratory are reviewed. Prerequisites- One year of High school chemistry and One semester of college-level science. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    1 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Introduction to Healthcare (CHL110)

    An introduction to various health professions and the healthcare system in the United States. Emphasis on understanding the healthcare system, current issues in healthcare, and healthcare career paths. Development of healthcare literacy and navigating healthcare culture. Students examine education, training, and licensure and/or certification requirements for potential careers. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Public and Community Health (CHL112)

    An overview of the major concepts and principles of public and community health including population health, trends, and policy. Introduces strategic planning and evidence-based interventions aimed at improving and promoting the public's health. Examines the community and public health policy progress at organizational and governmental levels. Typically Offered- Spring.

    4 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Conflict Management and the Social Scientific Perspective (COM122)

    Applies samples of social scientific reasoning and research in psychology, sociology and social work to the challenges of conflict management, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Students reflect on the relevance of social scientific models as they relate to their own lives and consider applications in their workplaces, families, and social spheres. Typically Offered- Annually.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024

  • Basic Communication Skills (COM164)

    An examination of the fundamentals of the human communication process. Emphasis on communication in these areas- interpersonal, small group, public speaking, and computer mediated. Concentration on how meaning is created, communicated, and transformed within personal, professional, and global contexts. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024 or 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Principles of Microeconomics (ECO202)

    An introductory course in microeconomics that helps students understand how economic decisions are made by individuals and firms and how these decisions affect the overall functioning of the economy. Topics include- supply and demand, elasticity, government policies, production and cost, market structures, and market failure. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring. Special Notes- It is expected that students take ECO202 and ECO203 in the same term.

    2 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024

  • Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO203)

    An introductory course in macroeconomics that helps students understand how the economy as a whole functions and how government policies can affect economic outcomes. Topics include- measures of economic aggregates likes GDP, inflation, and unemployment, the study of concepts like aggregate demand and supply, and monetary and fiscal policy. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring. Special Notes- It is expected that students take ECO202 and ECO203 in the same term.

    2 credits - 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • How Stories Change the World - How to Read and Why (ENJ100)

    Introductory exploration of great stories (both poetry and prose) and their power to illumintate the human experience, connect with readers' minds and hearts, and portray great ideas, hopes, joys, and sorrows. Students gain experience interpreting literature with greater comprehension and pleasure. Typically Offered- Fall or Spring.

    4 credits - 01/08/2024 to 02/23/2024 or 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024 or 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • How Stories Change the World - How to Read & Why (ENJ100)

    Introductory exploration of great stories (both poetry and prose) and their power to illumintate the human experience, connect with readers' minds and hearts, and portray great ideas, hopes, joys, and sorrows. Students gain experience interpreting literature with greater comprehension and pleasure. Typically Offered- Fall or Spring.

    4 credits - 01/08/2024 to 02/23/2024 or 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024 or 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Environmental Studies (ENS100)

    Examination of how science, engineering, and economics work together to address and solve environmental problems. Exploration of the importance of the scientific method as it relates to the environment, conservation of resources, and energy. Evaluation of case studies will develop a deeper sense of stewardship to our planet. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024

  • Physical Wellbeing (GES141)

    Synthesis of current evidence-based knowledge empowering healthy decisions around nutrition, fitness, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Identification of patterns of stress reduction through spiritual and physical health. Explanation of biological processes in the body. Analysis of the influence of culture, media, technology, and other factors on health. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024 or 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Responding to the Arts (GES150)

    Cultivation of critical reading and writing skills through examination of artistic “texts” from a variety of genres- literature, drama, cinema, music, or the visual arts. Discernment of rich dimensions of the texts--technique, genre, social-historical context—and reflect on their spiritual signification. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/02/2024 to 04/26/2024 or 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024

  • Academic Research and Writing (GES163)

    Development of core academic skills in research and writing. Critical evaluation of rhetorical persuasion, forming and answering research questions, testing theses through consultation of scholarly sources, and formal documentation of research sources. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/02/2024 to 04/26/2024 or 01/29/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • History of the United States (HIS200L)

    An exploration of United States history from early Native American communities to the present. Particular attention paid to primary sources that allow for an examination of the interaction of social, cultural, economic, political, and religious movements. Prerequisites- GES130 and GES160 (may be taken concurrently) or GES244 (may be taken concurrently). Typically Offered- Fall.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024 or 01/29/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • History of China, Japan, and Korea (HIS205U)

    History and cultures of East Asia. Religion; economic development and trade; and family, social, and political organization. Primary focus on China, Korea, and Japan. Prerequisites- GES130 (may be taken concurrently) or GES244 (may be taken concurrently). Typically Offered- Fall.

    3 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • History of Islam (HIS212U)

    Islam from its inception and development to Islam as it is practiced today. Students interact with members of the Islamic community in Minnesota in an attempt to understand Islam from the personal experiences of Muslims. Contemporary issues and controversies are examined through the lens of the Muslim experience throughout history. Prerequisites- GES130 (may be taken concurrently) or GES244 (may be taken concurrently). Typically Offered- Spring. Special Notes- This course carries cross-credit in religious studies.

    3 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Emerging Leaders (LEA100)

    An introduction to leadership with a focus on effective characteristics and practices of leadership theories, leadership styles, core leadership competencies, individual self-discovery, management, followership, and integration of faith and leadership. Opportunities given for students to identify, clarify, and develop individual leadership skills and abilities. Typically Offered- Summer.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Personal Mission and Leadership Development (LEA101)

    Development of an understanding of personal mission and a study of the application of that mission to leadership. Emphasis on identifying personal talents and gifts, and developing leadership goals for future roles.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024

  • Mathematics for the 21st Century (MAT101M)

    Mathematical ideas that a liberally educated person should be familiar with in order to function well in a technological society. Prerequisites- Two years of high school algebra, including logarithms and exponential functions. Special Notes- This course carries cross-credit with MATH180. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Statistical Analysis (MAT207M)

    Descriptive and inferential statistics. Specific topics include discrete probability spaces, random variables, distributions, normal distribution, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear regression, correlation analysis. Possible additional topics include- analysis of variance, goodness-of-fit, and contingency tables. Applications to business, economics, and science. Special Notes- Students may not receive credit for both MAT207M and PSY230M. MAT207M will not count toward the psychology minor elective credit requirement. Typically Offered- Fall, January, Spring.

    3 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Contemporary Moral Issues (PHI110)

    A moral analysis of abortion, euthanasia, capital punishment, sexual morality, and self-interest. Ethical approaches of Aristotle, Bentham, Butler, Hobbes, Kant, Mill, Rawls, and Ross. Develop­ment of principles of love and justice, and the role of Christians in society. Emphasis on moral decision making. Typically Offered- Fall, January, Spring.

    3 credits - 01/03/2024 to 01/25/2024

  • Introduction to Logic (PHI125M)

    A study of standard forms of deductive and inductive logical reasoning, critical thinking, and informal fallacies. Rules for evaluating arguments and ways to distinguish good arguments from bad ones, with the goal of problem solving and making reasonable decisions about beliefs and actions. Typically Offered- Spring

    3 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Medieval Islamic Philosophy (PHI230U)

    From 800-1200 A.D., Arabic civilization was the world’s center of intellectual, cultural, and economic developments. A study of the philosophical and theological thought developed in the Arabic world during the medieval period, and its influence on later intellectual traditions, including the Western Christian tradition. Prerequisites- GES130 (may be taken concurrently) or GES244 (may be taken concurrently). Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 01/03/2024 to 01/25/2024

  • American Politics and Government (POS100)

    Structure and workings of major parts of the United States national government, such as the Constitution, the presidency, Congress, the courts, the electoral process, and others. How these institutions help Americans deal with significant current issues. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 01/29/2024 to 03/22/2024 or 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Introduction to Psychology (PSY100)

    Methods, theories, and principal findings of psychological investigation. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 01/08/2024 to 02/23/2024 or 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Lifespan Development (PSY203)

    Physical, cognitive, emotional, social, moral, and spiritual development from conception to death. Includes a consistent focus on individual differences. Prerequisites- PSY100. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring. Special Notes- Students may not receive credit for PSY203 and PSY206.

    3 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Social Psychology (PSY215)

    Behavior and experience of individuals and groups in relation to other individuals and groups. Theory, method, and findings in areas such as conformity, persuasion, social cognition, attraction, altruism, aggression, prejudice, group behavior, and applied topics. Prerequisites- PSY100. Typically Offered- Fall, Spring.

    3 credits - 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • History of Islam (REL212U)

    Islam from its inception and development to Islam as it is practiced today. Interaction with members of the Islamic community in Minnesota in an attempt to understand Islam from the personal experiences of Muslims. Contemporary issues and controversies are examined through the lens of the Muslim experience throughout history. Prerequisites- GES130 (may be taken concurrently) or GES149 (may be taken concurrently). Typically Offered- Spring. Special Notes- This course carries cross-credit in history.

    3 credits - 02/01/2024 to 05/24/2024

  • Introduction to American Cultures (SOC255)

    Exploration of various diversity issues within the United States, particularly as they impact personal experience, identity, relationships, and opportunity. Examination of personal values, assumptions, and perspectives as they relate to diversity and strategies for approaching diverse or conflicted settings with a biblical, peacemaking stance. Typically Offered- Occasionally.

    3 credits - 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

  • Introductory Spanish II (SPA102S)

    Continuation of functional, practical understanding and communicative use of the Spanish language and cultures. Prerequisites- SPA101 or Placement exam. Typically Offered- Fall, January, Spring.

    4 credits - 01/03/2024 to 01/25/2024

  • Introduction to Academic and Behavior Management for the Exceptional Learner (SPD208)

    Introduction to how special education and general education academic systems work together. Identification of functional behavioral assessments, processes, and principles of individual and school-wide systems of support. Demonstration of how evidence-based instruction can be adapted. Identification of how required curricular components direct instruction. Analysis of positive instructional environments. Prerequisites- EDU200 and EDU201. Typically Offered- See your advisor for course rotation.

    3 credits - 02/12/2024 to 03/17/2024