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  • ESL 070: Integrated Reading and Writing for English Language Learners

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Integrates English reading and writing skills for academic purposes. This course focuses on active reading strategies, the writing process, and rhetorical skills for academic writing in English. Prerequisites: Completion of ESL 035 and 045 with grades of C or higher or placement through the ESL portion of the College's Testing and Placement program. Prerequisite:    ( ESL 035 & ESL 045 )
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  • EXSC 102: Introduction to the Exercise Sciences

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces students to the academic study of the exercise sciences. The course emphasizes exploring the specific theories, skills, and abilities required of practicing professionals in the fields of physical education, exercise science, sports medicine, and other related fields. Prerequisite: Eligibility for enrollment into ENGL 003 as a result of the College Placement and Testing Program. Prerequisite:    ENGL 002 or ENGL 003 or ESL 070 or ENGL 101 or ENGL 102 or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106
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  • EXSC 202: Functional Anatomy and Exercise Physiology

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces the fundamentals of biomechanics and exercise physiology. The course emphasizes the anatomical and mechanical fundamentals of human movement and the physiological concepts related to acute and chronic exercise adaptations. Prerequisite: EXSC 102 & BIOL 121 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    EXSC 102 & BIOL 121
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  • EXSC 203: Exercise Testing and Measurement

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Teaches the student how to conduct and interpret exercise testing protocols. The course emphasizes how to evaluate the health related components of physical fitness: cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. In addition, liability and safety issues are also covered. Prerequisite: PE 201 & MATH 022 or higher with grades of C or higher; Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101; or, approval from the Discipline Lead. Prerequisite:    (PE 201 AND (MATH 022, 033, 044, 045, 051, 055, 101, 102, 119, or 121) AND (((ENGL 003 or 007) AND ENGL 051) OR (ENGL 057, ESL 070, ENGL 101/101H, ENGL 102/102H, 104, or 106))) Corequisite:    ENGL 003, ENGL 101, ENGL 101H, ENGL 102, ENGL 102H, ENGL 104, ENGL 106
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  • EXSC 204: Exercise Physiology

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    A comprehensive study of the extent and nature of body variations as a result of physical exertion. The student receives laboratory experience dealing with the oxidation processes of the body in terms of the utilization of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. The course includes an in-depth survey of neuromuscular, metabolic cardiorespiratory, and hormonal responses to acute exercise as well as the physiological adaptations to chronic exercise. Topics include thermoregulation, ergogenic aids, body composition, sport training, growth and development, and aging. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Exercise Science AS program. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: EXSC 202 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    EXSC 202
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  • FIN 201: Principles of Finance

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers accounting and economic topics and how they apply to decisions made by financial professionals in contemporary businesses. This course discusses how managing short and long-term assests, selecting financing options and determing the cost of capital influences these decisions. The tools used to make these decisions teach students how to minimize costs and efficiently allocate resources in their role as a financial manager. In addition, the role of financial intermediaries and financial markets are examined as they relate to important financial decisions. Prerequisite: ACCT 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    ACCT 160 or ACCT 101
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  • FIRE 101: Principles of Emergency Services

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services. This course covers the culture and history of emergency service; the organization and function of public and private fire protection services; fire departments as part of local government; laws and regulations affecting fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; introduction to fire protection systems, strategies, and tactics; fire loss analysis; basic fire chemistry and physics; and life safety initiatives. Students are also introduced to career opportunities in fire protection and related fields. Prerequisite: Eligibility for enrollment into ENGL 051. Prerequisite:    ENGL 050 or ENGL 029 or ENGL 051 or ENGL 057 or ESL 070 or ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 102H or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106 Corequisite:    ENGL 051, ENGL 057, ESL 070, ENGL 101, ENGL 101H, ENGL 102, ENGL 102H, ENGL 104, ENGL 106
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  • FIRE 102: Fire Prevention

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. This course covers the history and philosophy of fire prevention, the organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, and the use and application of codes and standards. Plan reviews, fire inspections, fire and life safety education, and fire investigation are also discussed. Prerequisite: Eligibility for enrollment into ENGL 051. Prerequisite:    ENGL 050 or ENGL 029 or ENGL 051 or ENGL 057 or ESL 070 or ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 102H or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106 Corequisite:    ENGL 051, ENGL 057, ESL 070, ENGL 101, ENGL 101H, ENGL 102, ENGL 102H, ENGL 104, ENGL 106
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  • FIRE 103: Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces the basic principles related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives. This course covers the history and culture of fire service with specific focus on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Fire Science Technology AAS. Prerequisite: FIRE 101 with a grade of C or higher; Eligibility for enrollment into ENGL 051; Recommended: GP 202. Prerequisite:    FIRE 101 & (( ENGL 050 or ENGL 029 or ENGL 057 or ESL 070 or ENGL 051 or ENGL 050 or ENGL 029 or ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H or ENGL 102 or ENGL 102H or ENGL 104 or ENGL 106 ) ) Corequisite:    FIRE 101, ENGL 057, ESL 070, ENGL 051, ENGL 101, ENGL 101H, ENGL 102, ENGL 102H, ENGL 104, ENGL 106
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