Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, Room T102, (847) 543-2044
ESC 120 Earth Science (3-2) 4 Hours
This course is designed for students of non-science or science major who are interested in physical features related to our dynamic earth.
Topics of the course include some fundamental concepts and features in geology, meteorology and astronomy, such as earthquakes, volcanic activities weathering process, surface water, atmosphere components, weather, the universe, the solar system, etc. Course materials are organized to enable students to understand how different components of our dynamic earth are related to one another.
Most topics are assisted with hands-on lab exercises.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
Course fee IAI: P1 905L
ESC 121 Physical Geology (3-2) 4 Hours For those who wish to explore an interest in geology, major in geology, or satisfy lab science requirements. Topics include igneous rocks and volcanism, sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy,
metamorphic rocks and metamorphism, weathering, mass wasting, streams, deserts and glaciers. Lab studies concentrate on minerals, rocks and topographic maps.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
Course fee IAI: P1 907L
ESC 122 Historical Geology (3-2) 4 Hours Primarily for those majoring in geology or those who wish to understand the geologic evolution of North America. Combines a regional and topical approach to continental development, crustal structure, and mountain building. Regional stratigraphy is integrated with the origin and evolution of plants and animals. Lab topics include structural geology, geologic maps, fossils, and a mapping project.
Prerequisite: ESC 121 Course fee
ESC 123 Introduction to Meteorology (3-0) 3 Hours For the non-science major or those who wish to gain a
comprehensive overview of the science of meteorology without a laboratory component. The primary goal of this course is to help students become better educated consumers of the massive amount of weather information now available to them. Topics will include high and low pressure systems, fronts, clouds, the jet stream, winter precipitation, thunderstorms and severe weather, hurricanes, air-ocean interactions (El Nino and La Nina), weather analysis, an introduction to weather forecasting, and human impacts on weather and climate. The student should be comfortable with interpreting maps, charts, and diagrams.
Note: students may not receive credit toward a degree for both ESC 123 and ESC 127.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
IAI: P1 905
ESC 124 Oceanography (3-0) 3 Hours
For the non-science major or those who wish to gain a
comprehensive overview of the science of oceanography. Topics include a history of oceanographic investigations; topography, structure, and evolution of the ocean basin; chemical and physical properties of ocean water and water masses; waves; tides; oceanic circulation; shoreline processes; estuaries; marine sediments;
hurricanes; resources; fisheries; and ecology.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
IAI: P1 905
ESC 125 Geology of the National Parks (3-0) 3 Hours This introductory course is designed for students and community members who are interested in learning basic geologic features of national parks. No previous Geology or Earth Science knowledge is necessary. Topics include basic geologic principles and concepts, such as the Earth’s materials (minerals and rocks), plate tectonics and various dynamic features related to the plate interactions, and a brief history of the Earth. Various unique geologic features in
national parks are introduced and discussed.
Note: This course is for students who are pursuing either non-science or science degrees and should help students prepare for a field travel/study course (ESC226, Field Geology, 3 credits) to various national parks offered in summers.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness OR concurrent enrollment in ENG 109 or ELI 109 or ENG 100
ESC 126 Geology of Illinois (2-0) 2 Hours A survey of the principle aspects of Illinois geology, with emphasis on the landforms, rocks, soil, structure and glacial history of Illinois and parts of adjacent states. Also active geologic processes today, resource development, land and water use and management.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
ESC 127 Introduction to Meteorology with Lab (3-2) 4 Hours This course is intended for the non-science major or those who wish to gain a comprehensive overview of the science of meteorology with a laboratory component. The primary goal of this course is to help students become better educated consumers of the massive amount of weather information now available to them. Topics will include high and low pressure systems, fronts, clouds, the jet stream, winter precipitation, thunderstorms and severe weather, hurricanes, air-ocean interactions (El Nino and La Nina), weather analysis, an introduction to weather forecasting, and human impacts on weather and climate. The student should be comfortable with interpreting maps, charts, and diagrams.
Note: students may not receive credit toward a degree for both ESC 123 and ESC 127.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
IAI: P1 905L
ESC 128 Great Mysteries of the Earth (3-0) 3 Hours This course is for the non-science major or those pursuing an interest in the geosciences. This course will examine selected mysteries, myths, and pseudoscience of our world from the content areas of earthquake myths, volcano myths, flood myths, landform myths, and mass extinctions through the application of the scientific method.
Major topic examples may include Atlantis, Piltdown Man, and Noah’s Flood.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
IAI: P1 905
ESC 129 Severe and Hazardous Weather (3-0) 3 Hours This course is designed for students who wish to gain a better understanding of the causes and impacts of various types of extreme weather. Meteorological concepts and processes that cause severe and hazardous weather will be presented in a non-technical manner during the first part of the course. Subsequently, specific types of severe and hazardous weather will be examined as well as an investigation of their historical, economic, and human consequences.
Severe weather topics may include lightning, hail, tornadoes, floods, drought, cold and heat waves, blizzards, ice storms, wind storms, hurricanes, and El Nino/La Nina. Students should be comfortable interpreting maps, charts, and diagrams.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness OR concurrent enrollment in ENG 109 or ELI 109 or ENG 100
IAI: P1 905
ESC 140 Introduction to Astronomy with Lab (3-2) 4 Hours This course is for the non-science major or those who wish to gain a comprehensive overview of the science of astronomy. This
descriptive treatment of astronomy will include topics such as the history of astronomy, the solar system, stellar evolution, the Milky Way, and beyond. Students may not receive credit toward a degree for both ESC 140 and ESC 141.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
Course fee IAI: P1 906L
ESC 141 Introduction to Astronomy (3-0) 3 Hours This course is for the non-science major or those who wish to gain a comprehensive overview of the science of astronomy. This
descriptive treatment of astronomy will include topics such as the history of astronomy, the solar system, stellar evolution, the Milky Way, and beyond. Students may not receive credit toward a degree for both ESC 140 and ESC 141.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness or concurrent enrollment in ENG 109 or ELI 109 AND Basic Algebra Readiness IAI: P1 906
ESC 221 Rocks and Minerals (1-2) 2 Hours Introduction to crystallography, occurrence and economic uses of minerals and rocks, natural resources. Emphasis on hand specimen identification of minerals and rocks.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
ESC 224 Environmental Geology (3-0) 3 Hours For the non-science major or as a foundation course for those wishing to major in environmental sciences. A critical and objective approach is utilized to evaluate the human interrelationship with geological hazards and problems. Volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides and subsidence, surface and groundwater hydrology, waste disposal, mineral resources, and the energy situation are all included.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
IAI: P1 908
ESC 226 Field Geology (2-2) 3 Hours
Introduction to basic geological field methods and application of geological concepts through field studies of selected regions. May include camping, backpacking, canoeing, and/or hiking, occasionally under rigorous conditions. Travel expenses are paid by the student.
Should be considered a general education elective; will NOT meet CLC laboratory science requirement.
Course fee
May be taken twice, but any topic only once
ESC 299 Special Topics in Earth Science (Variable) 1-4 Hours This course is designed to provide students with information about specialized areas in Earth Science including areas such as geology, meteorology, oceanography, astronomy or climatology. Topics will be identified by course section: see course schedule for specific information. Course may be taken four times, but any topic only once for credit toward degree.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND Basic Algebra Readiness
May be taken four times, but any topic only once
Economics (ECO)
Social Sciences Division, Room A244, (847) 543-2047
ECO 110 Economics for Business and Industry (3-0) 3 Hours This course is a brief survey of both microeconomic and
macroeconomic principles to provide the student with the basic tools to understand current economic problems and policies. It is intended for students pursuing an AAS degree.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness OR concurrent enrollment in ENG 109 or ELI 109 or ENG 100 AND Department Consent
Recommended: Basic Algebra Ready
ECO 221 Principles of Macroeconomics (3-0) 3 Hours The course surveys basic economic concepts with an emphasis on macroeconomic analysis and fiscal and monetary policies. Current economic problems such as inflation, unemployment, and stagflation are explored and discussed from diverse economic models (e.g.:
Classical, Neo-Keynesian, Neo-Classical, Monetarist, and Rational Expectations Models). The discussions also include an analysis and critique of macroeconomic policies.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND MTH 102 (C or better) OR higher level math course (C or better) OR AOS 122 (C or better) OR appropriate score on Math Placement Test OR Math ACT score of 22 or higher
IAI: S3 901
ECO 222 Principles of Microeconomics (3-0) 3 Hours This course deals with economic decision making at the level of the individual household, the individual firm, and individual markets.
The course covers basic microeconomic concepts such as competitive markets, supply and demand, elasticity, consumer theory, theory of the firm, competitive firms, monopoly, oligopoly, and monopolistic competition, resource pricing and select current economic problems.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness AND MTH 102 (C or better) OR higher level math course (C or better) OR AOS 122 (C or better) OR appropriate score on Math Placement Test OR Math ACT score of 22 or higher
IAI: S3 902
ECO 223 Money, Banking, and
Financial Markets (3-0) 3 Hours The course emphasizes the economic and monetary history and theory of money and banking in the United States. Primary focus is given to the role that banks and financial institutions serve in economic development. Also discussed are the impacts of Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions on the aggregate economy using macroeconomic analysis. The relative effectiveness of monetary policy on financial markets is also evaluated.
Prerequisite: ECO 221 (C or better)
ECO 224 Public Finance (3-0) 3 Hours This course explains the economic functions of government in a capitalistic economic system. It focuses on government operations in two distinct areas: government expenditure and government revenue.
First, government expenditure programs are examined with primary emphasis on the provision of public goods and on welfare
distribution functions. The second aspect of the course examines how the government collects revenue. Topics such as cost-benefit analysis and ability to pay and benefit principles of taxation are explained as well as the relationship between fiscal policy and debt and deficit management.
Prerequisite: ECO 221 or ECO 222 (either C or better)
ECO 225 Comparative Economic Systems (3-0) 3 Hours This course analyzes the role of economic institutions, policies, and producers in economic growth and macroeconomic stabilization in different countries across the world. It will use theory and application in case studies to analyze the varying approaches to using a market economy or other economic systems in the countries studied. This course fulfills the CLC international/multicultural requirement.
Prerequisite: ECO 221 (C or better)
Fulfills the CLC I/M Education Requirement.
Education (EDU)
Social Sciences Division, Room A244, (847) 543-2047
EDU 121 Introduction to Teaching (2-2) 3 Hours This course provides the prospective teacher with an introduction to teaching in United States school systems. Other topics included are history and philosophy of education, school organization and governance, ethical and legal issues, the nature of teaching,
curriculum, the social context, diversity, professional leadership, and current issues.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
EDU 124 Child Development for Educators (3-0) 3 Hours This course provides an overview of the theory and principles of human growth and development from conception through adolescence. Content includes an in-depth study of the inter-relatedness of physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of development. Development is studied in the context of family, gender, culture, language, ability, socioeconomics, diversity, and society. Special emphasis will be on the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, and Gardner with implications for applied classroom practice.
Four field observations are required.
ECE 124 and EDU 124 are cross-listed.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness
EDU 222 The Exceptional Child (3-0) 3 Hours This course is an overview of children and adolescents with
exceptional cognitive, physical, social, and emotional characteristics, including learning disabilities. It includes assessment, screening, educational needs, family communication, community resources, and legal aspects.
Prerequisite: EDU 124 (C or better) or PSY 226 (C or better)
EDU 223 Technology in the Classroom (3-0) 3 Hours This course focuses on the uses of basic technology for management and instruction in PreK-12 classrooms. Students will develop the knowledge and skills they need to appropriately and responsibly use technology tools, resources, processes, and systems; to access, retrieve and evaluate information from various media; and to successfully integrate computers into the curriculum.
Note: Basic computer skills recommended.
Prerequisite: ECE 121 or EDU 121 (both C or better) Course fee
EDU 224 Diversity in Schools and Society (3-0) 3 Hours This course will survey the personal, social, political, legal, cultural, and educational factors involved in diversity and human relations, and how these factors impact teaching, learning, and other human interactions. The course will cover the major diversity theories, as well as use an experiential model for making theoretical knowledge relevant in the individual teacher’s life. Topics include racial, ethnic, social class, linguistic, religious, cultural, and sexual diversity.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness Recommended: EDU 121
Fulfills the CLC I/M Education Requirement.
EDU 225 Educational Psychology (3-0) 3 Hours This course addresses psychological principles underlying
educational practice. Theories concerning cognitive and psychological development, human learning, and motivation are studied with emphasis on application for instruction, including assessment. Emphasis will also be placed on learner-centered instruction and diversity.
Prerequisite: ECE 121 or EDU 121 (both C or better) AND ECE 124 or EDU 124 (both C or better) OR PSY 121 (C or better)
EDU 226 Introduction to the Foundations
of Reading (3-0) 3 Hours
This course is an introduction to theory and practice in teaching reading and related language arts areas. It includes information on basic components of reading and language arts instruction and on the importance of literacy learning. It introduces Illinois Learning Standards in the areas of reading and language arts.
Prerequisite: EDU 121 and EDU 124 (both C or better) EDU 242 Observational/Clinical Experience
in Education (0-2) 1 Hour
This course is a pre-student teaching practicum. It allows students who are considering the field of education an opportunity to observe and interact with certified teachers and children in a classroom setting. Required participation includes a minimum of 30 clock hours in the public/private school classroom. A weekly 30 minute seminar is provided for students to focus on classroom issues including classroom management, effective teaching methods, and learning styles. Students will discuss positive/negative classroom situations as they gain experience through this practicum. Supervision will be provided by a cooperating teacher and the college instructor.
Note: (ECE 121 or EDU 121) AND (ECE 124 or EDU 124) are recommended but not required before taking this course.
Corequisites may also be taken as prerequisites. A criminal background check is required for this course. Please wait for instructions on the first day of class.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness Corequisite: ECE 121 or EDU 121 or EDU 222 or EDU 225 May be taken three times for credit toward degree
EDU 299 Special Topics in Education (Variable) 1-3 Hours Special topics in the field of education will be developed. Topics will focus on a specific current issue in the areas of early childhood, elementary, secondary, or special education. A maximum of 6 credit hours of EDU 299 or ECE 299 may be used as elective credit toward an AA or AAS degree in education.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness May be taken four times, but any topic only once EDU 999 Preparing for the TAP or
ACT+Writing (Variable) 1-3 Hours This course is designed to prepare prospective teachers to take and pass the Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP) by refreshing or improving skills and abilities in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.
This course is repeatable up to three times, any topic only once, for a maximum of 3 hours toward degree completion. This course will also prepare students who wish to take the ACT plus writing test, as an alternative to the TAP.
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness and Basic Algebra Readiness OR Consent of Department
Recommended: ENG 121 and MTH 121 (both C or better) May be taken three times, but any topic only once