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GST 101 First Year Student Seminar (3-0) 2 hrs.
First Year Student Seminar is designed to acquaint the student with the nature and purpose of a college education and provide them with knowledge of the resources for helping the student acquire the skills and techniques necessary to achieve his/her academic goals. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 102 College Composition (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course approaches writing as a process and is designed to aid students in developing and refining writing ability. Emphasis is placed on prewriting, writing, revising stages of paragraph and essay writing. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 106 Grammar and Sentence Basics (1-0) 1 hr.
The focus of this five week course is to provide students with instruction in basic grammar and sentence construction. This course is graded S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). B . View Course Syllabus
GST 107 Paragraph Basics (1-0) 1 hr.
The focus of this five week course is paragraph development and the use of organizational patterns. This course is graded S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). B . View Course Syllabus
GST 108 Essay Basics (1-0) 1 hr.
The focus of this five week course is the development of multiple paragraph essays and includes prewriting, drafting, revising and editing. This course is graded S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). B . View Course Syllabus
GST 116 College Study Strategies (3-0) 3 hrs.
An examination of learning theories and strategies necessary for college success. Topics include note taking, memory development, textbook reading, test taking, current research techniques, goal setting, and time and stress management. Students will also complete a community project. The course objective is for students to become independent learners who will succeed in college. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 117 College Success Strategies (1-0) 1 hr.
This five week course will address goal setting, motivation, time and stress management, note-taking and test taking strategies. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 118 College Reading Strategies (1-0) 1 hr.
This course will focus on college reading strategies, reading comprehension, and read/study systems. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 119 College Writing Strategies (1-0) 1 hr.
In this course, students will be guided through the steps of the writing process. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 121 Effective Reading (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is designed to improve a student’s understanding of written materials in college. Emphasis is placed upon the development of vocabulary skills and literal and critical comprehension skills. Specific instruction is based upon an assessment of the student’s current level of performance. Class size is limited to provide opportunities for individualization and/or small group instruction. B . View Course Syllabus
GST 126 Speed Reading (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course will utilize modern methods for increasing the reading speed while emphasizing the retention and comprehension of written material. An excellent course, not only for college students, but also for those whose work or interests demand a great deal of reading. Course is graded on a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory basis. B
GST 131 Critical & Analytical Thinking (3-0) 3 hrs.
The emphasis in this course is on critical thinking strategies as they apply to reading, writing, listening and problem solving. Concepts such as problem solving, perceiving, language, and inferring are addressed. B
GST 141 Basic Mathematical Concepts for Nursing Students (1-0) 1 hr.
Provides incoming nursing students help in mathematics skills essential to the safe administration of medications. The emphasis will be on (1) complete understanding of fractions, decimals and percentages and how they work, (2) dimensional analysis, (3) conversion from one standard of measure to another, (4) basic equational relationship, and (5) how to solve problems. Students will be informed by the Nursing Department of the need to take this course. This course will be offered inlate August and Jan Planand will be open only to nursing students. Course is graded on a Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory basis. B
GST 142 Fundamental Mathematics and Algebraic Skills (3-0) 3 hrs.
A beginning course in mathematics designed to prepare the student for further pursuits in algebra or statistics. This is an introductory course in algebra for the student who has had no algebra or minimal algebra skills. Topics include integers, algebraic expressions, exponents, first-degree equations and inequalities, verbal problems, polynomials, factoring and graphing. (Used for general elective credit only.) B . View Course Syllabus
GST 182 General Floriculture (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is designed for students not majoring in horticulture. Topics to be studied are: identification, propagation and cultural requirements for common house plants, terrariums, ornamental plant propagation, fresh flower and dried arrangements, artificial lighting, and hobby greenhouses. Extensive use of the college greenhouse will be made. A $10 flower fee is required. B
GST 183 Woodlot Management (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course will provide a practical guide to optimum utilization of several acres of privately owned woodlots. Topics covered will include woodland values, tree identification, forest ecology, measurement and evaluation of forest products, forest management alternatives, and wood space heating. Field instruction will emphasize chainsaw use and maintenance and preparation of fuel wood including felling, backing, transportation, splitting, and seasoning. (Also listed as CON 228.) F
GST 192 Personal Growth and Development (3-0) 3 hrs.
A group experiential course involving discussion and some written materials. Emphasis will be placed on the process and encouragement of change and maturation as they pertain to each individual. B
GST 201 Teacher Assistant I (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is designed to prepare paraprofessionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students will develop the instructional techniques necessary to function as a teacher assistant, gain an understanding of the functioning of a school system, and explore current trends in education. F . View Course Syllabus
GST 202 Teacher Assistant II (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is also designed to help prepare paraprofessionals to assist certified teachers in the education of children. Students in the course will develop the skills necessary to effectively manage student's behavior and environment, develop an understanding of the various levels of child growth and development, and learn to communicate and cooperate effectively with students and co-workers. S . View Course Syllabus
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