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  • ASL 201: American Sign Language III

    3.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    This course builds upon ASL 102. It expands the use of ASL grammar, syntax, vocabulary and spatial references. Use of classifiers is heavily emphasized. Pre-requisite: C or better in ASL 102 or appropriate score on ASL Competency Exam
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  • ASL 202: American Sign Language IV

    3.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    This course is a continuation of ASL 201. Continued refinement of receptive and expressive skills will be emphasized. Skills in conversations and storytelling are stressed and are more complex. Pre-requisite: C or better in ASL 201 or appropriate score on ASL Competency Exam
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  • ASL 250: Topics in Advanced American Sign Language

    3.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    Provides students who are working ASL/English interpreters with in-depth work and study of a particular area of American Sign Language (e.g. classifiers, non-manual markers/signals, use of space, idioms, ASL discourse). The specific topic to be studied may change each time the course is offered. Pre-requisite: Certification from the registry of interpreters for the deaf (RID), National Association of the Deaf (NAD) and/or Massachusetts State Screening Certification. (Additional prerequisites or a specific course or permission of the Deaf Studies Chair may be specified, depending upon the topic to be studied.)
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  • ASL 291: American Sign Language V

    3.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    This course builds upon ASL 202. Informal narrative skills as well as daily conversational skills are further developed and refined. Appropriate use of advanced grammatical elements will be stressed during interactive activities. The ability to express and comprehend ideas or concepts is emphasized. Students are expected to develop proficiency in giving non-manual conversational strategies. Pre-requisite: C or better in ASL 202 or appropriate score on ASL Competency Exam
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  • ASL 292: American Sign Language VI

    3.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    A continuation of American Sign Language V, this course provides students with the opportunity to further increase their ASL competence and fluency, as well as using ASL in a variety of discourse and narrative settings. Skills to be refined include: non-manual behaviors, use of space, formal and informal register and use of classifiers. Pre-requisite: C or better in ASL 291 or appropriate score on ASL Competency Exam
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  • AST 110: Introduction to Astronomy

    4.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    A survey of the universe. The physical properties and motions of the earth, moon, sun, and other planets of the solar system are discussed in detail together with a qualitative description and historical development of the observations and physical theories upon which our understanding of the universe is based. Stellar structure and stellar evolution, galaxies, quasars, black holes, and the expanding universe are discussed in a general way, leading to a discussion of intergalactic travel and communication. The methods and tools of astronomical research are introduced. Experiments from the laboratory manual are conducted. During scheduled night observations, students will acquire experience with the college telescope and equipment. Some limited use of college academic computing facilities will be made. 3 class hours and 3 laboratory hours
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  • AST 116: Astrobiology: Creation, Evolution, and Life

    4.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    Bring your willingness to ponder some big questions as we explore the rich and awe-inspiring story of the origin and evolution of energy, matter, and life as it is unfolding. What is the fascinating connection between life and the stars Is there other life in the universe How is the universe changing, and what will the fate of the earth be This course looks at new findings about the 15 billion year history of the cosmos from the diverse perspectives of astronomy and biology in classroom and laboratory settings to answer these questions and more. Prerequisites: None 3 class hours and 3 laboratory hours
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  • AST 140: Modern Astronomy

    4.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    A more detailed treatment of topics in modern astronomy, including Stellar structure and evolution; special and general relativity; black holes; quasars and the quasar controversy; radio galaxies; the expansion of the universe; the Big Bang and alternate model cosmologies; the 3 degree Kelvin microwave background; open, closed, or static universe and the search for the missing mass; and observational attempts to establish the curvature of space. A laboratory is included to support the theory. Knowledge of high school algebra is required. Prerequisite: AST 110 and MTH 097 or MTH 095 3 class hours and 3 laboratory hours
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  • BIO 100: Introduction to Cell Functions

    4.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    This course provides an introduction to the living processes within cells by exploring the molecular basis of life. Emphasis is placed on the important types of biochemical reactions, which occur during growth, development, maintenance, and reproduction in human cells. Particular detail is given to the study of important biomolecules including water, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids. Laboratory exercises supplement the lecture emphasizing the scientific method and inquiry based learning. 3 class hours and 3 laboratory hours Note: credit cannot be received for more than one of these: BIO 100, BIO 103.
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  • BIO 104: Biology Today II

    4.00 Credits
    Holyoke Community College

    Applies the biological principles explored in BIO 103 to a survey of the viruses and the three domains of biological organisms. BIO 104 focuses on contemporary biological topics, environmental issues, scientific controversies and health concerns. Laboratories supplement lecture by allowing the students to explore the process of science, emphasizing enquiry based, student implemented investigations. Familiarity with biological principles and their application is intended to provide the students with knowledge necessary to critically evaluate important biological developments in today’ s world. 3 class hours and 3 lab hours. (Class and lab hours combined into two 2-1/2 hour meetings.) Prerequisite: BIO 103 or 100 or 107
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