Radiologic Technology Program

An introduction to human structure and function. Topics include the scientific method, cell structure and function, and human inheritance, as well as other selected systems. Three lectures. Read more »

A study of the structure of the human body at the four structural levels (cells, tissues, organs and systems) and the relationship of its parts. Three lectures, one lab per week. Read more »

A study of the functions of the cells and organ systems of the human body. Three lectures, one lab per week. Read more »

A study of the principles of general chemistry with emphasis on those topics of interest to students of the health sciences. The course includes a lab component with experiments that complement topics covered in lecture. This course is not a preparation for higher level courses in chemistry, other than CHEM 110. Read more »

CORE 100 introduces incoming students to the cultural and historical foundations of Briar Cliff University through an exploration of the Franciscan tradition. The course will also serve to familiarize students with the academic infrastructure of the University and to acculturate them to the expectations, skills, and demands of life as a university student. Read more »

This course will serve to familiarize students with the academic infrastructure of the University; to acculturate them to the expectations, skills, and demands of life as a university student; and to begin establishing basic skills in communication, time-management, and an array of proven learning strategies. Read more »

An introduction to common computer applications. All sessions will be held in one of the university's computer labs. Students will become proficient with Windows, Word for Windows (word processor), Excel for Windows (spreadsheet), and use of the Internet. Read more »

An interdisciplinary study of contemporary global realities focusing on the increasingly interdependent economic, ecological, political, social, technological, religious, cultural and peace relationships that are developing within the human community. Read more »

Functions and graphs, mathematical modeling, linear functions, average rate of change, exponential functions, relative rate of change, exponential growth and decay, logarithmic functions, quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions, systems of linear equations, matrices. Prerequisite: Recommendation of the department chairperson based on mathematics assessment. Read more »

Looks at several ethical theories that shape how people think ethically. Then examines various human behaviors, individual and social, from a moral viewpoint. Focuses on arguments for moral positions. Prerequisite: Sophomore status Read more »

An introductory physics course for students of moderate mathematical ability. Topics include vectors, motion, force, energy, momentum, mechanical waves, oscillations, fluids and thermal physics. Recommended for pre-medics, pre-dental, biology majors, psychology majors, medical technologists and liberal arts students interested in science. An elementary understanding of algebra and trigonometry is required. Three lectures, one lab. Read more »

A continuation of PHYS 121. Topics include electricity, magnetism, circuits, optics, relativity, quantum physics, atomic physics and nuclear physics. Three lectures, one lab. Prerequisite: PHYS 121 Read more »

This course is an introduction to fundamental psychological concepts which are derived from applying the scientific method to the study of behavior. Examples of selected topics include: personality development, abnormal behavior and therapy, physiology, motivation and emotions, human development, learning and memory, and social behavior. This course emphasizes theories and theorists as well as relevant applications to everyday living. An introduction to APA style of writing is included. Read more »