WVU offers hundreds of courses to Whitmore School students. Here is a small example of some of the courses. To access the full course catalog, click on the Request Outside Course Approval link on your Student Desk.
ACCT 201. PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING 1
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
This course introduces basic concepts of financial and managerial accounting with emphasis on how accounting reports are used by internal and external users.
ADV 201. ADVERTISING AND SOCIETY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER
As a social institution, advertising plays a critical role in our daily lives. This course examines the social, economic, and legal aspects of advertising.
A&VS 276 SERVICE DOG TRAINING
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Current principles, theory, and practices for training service dogs.
ARHS 101 LANDMARKS OF WORLD ART
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introduction to the study of art history from prehistory to the present, in which major landmarks of world art and architecture are considered as aesthetic objects, cultural documents, and within their socio-historical contexts
BIOL 101 GENERAL BIOLOGY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introductory course in biology: cellular, organismal, and population genetics, including reproduction, growth and development, and evolution.
BIOL 101L GENERAL BIOLOGY LAB
PREREQUISITE: CONC BIOL 101
CREDIT HOURS: 1
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Experiments in biology: genetics and evolution; reproduction, growth, and development of cells, organisms, and populations.
CDFS 112 INTRODUCTION TO FAMILY PROCESSES AND DYNAMICS
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Students will explore family processes and dynamics. Attention will be given to how family forms, functions, and expectations have changed across generations. Thus, students will study contemporary families in relation to how the concept of family has evolved over time.
COMM 104 FUNDAMENTALS OF PUBLIC COMMUNICATION
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Explores the context of public communication through the rhetorical canons of invention, arrangement, style, delivery, and memory. Emphasizes the listening, critical thinking, logical reasoning, and ethical skills necessary for the creation, delivery, and interpretation of appropriate and effective persuasive appeals.
COMM 205 APPRECIATION OF THE MOTION PICTURE
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introduces students to motion picture analysis so they can appreciate how film, television, and motion pictures on social media engage audiences and communicate meaning. Draws from historical, film studies, critical, cultural, and psychological perspectives to provide a basic but holistic understanding of how motion pictures are produced, and how their production both reflects and influences society.
CS 101. INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 4 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introduction to spreadsheets and databases for problem-solving in disciplines such as behavioral sciences and environment: using computer applications to create technical reports and presentations.
ECON 201 PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introductory microeconomics analysis. Competitive behavior of firms, price determination, efficiency in production, and equity in distribution. Pre-requisite(s) and/or co-requisite(s) may differ on regional campuses.
ECON 202 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
PREREQUISITE: ECON 201
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introductory macroeconomics analysis, prerequisites are not enforced at WVUIT and Potomac State campuses. Aggregate demand and supply, saving, investment, the level of employment and national income determination, monetary and fiscal policy.
ESPT 101 INTRODUCTION TO ESPORTS
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
Course is designed to introduce learners to the esports ecosystem. Starting with the humble beginnings of gaming, participants will navigate through decades of gaming culture to determine the origins of competitive gaming and esports. After developing a thorough understanding of past events, learners will extensively review the current esports landscape and compare the nuances of esports to other, pre-existing industries.
FIS 201 INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr
SEMESTER – FALL
A survey course in forensic science including overview of the various scientific disciplines that handle crime scene evidence and the systematic method of evidence analysis. Students learn about the collection, preservation, and methods of analysis of biological, chemical, and physical evidence.
FIS 202 CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION OVERVIEW
PREREQUISITE: FIS 201
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr
SEMESTER – FALL
An overview of the crime scene investigation process for the non-examiner. Course topics include: safety, evidence collection, processing, and documentation. Virtual scenarios will serve as teaching aids.
FNRS 100 FOREST RESOURCES IN UNITED STATES HISTORY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr
SEMESTER – FALL
Examines human use of forest resources in America from pre-Colombian times to present. Exploration of factors that impact the use of wood products.
HIST 180 WORLD HISTORY SINCE 1500
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Comparative history of Africa, Asia, and Europe 1500 to the present. Political, economic, and social developments with emphasis on patterns of authority, the individual, nature, society, and the impact of the West.
HIST 210 MODERN MILITARY HISTORY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
Military history from the American Revolution to the present, stressing the evolution of warfare with particular attention to strategy, tactics, weaponry and the consequences of war
HN &F 171 INTRODUCTION TO NUTRITION
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Nutrient structure, metabolism, integrated function and their importance to human well-being during all stages of the life cycle. Current concerns and those of special interest to college students in meeting nutrient needs.
LDR 201 PRINCIPLES OF LEADERSHIP
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
This course serves as an introduction to leadership theory and practice. The course will examine various aspects of the literature on leadership; provide practice for developing leadership skills; and offer personal experiences for self-reflection.
MATH 126 COLLEGE ALGEBRA
PREREQUISITE:
ACT MATH – 22
SAT MATH – 540
ALEKS PLACEMENT SCORE – 45
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introduces the foundations of analysis designed to precede the calculus sequence with emphasis on functions and graphs. Topics include properties of absolute value, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, and techniques for solving equations and inequalities.
MDIA 101 MEDIA AND SOCIETY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Examines the relationship between media, culture and society, with emphasis on the history, structure, and organization of the mass media.
MDS 110 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, ETHICS AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
Explores the societal and ethical implications of artificial intelligence. Students examine topics including bias in algorithms, machine learning, environmental impact, cognitive rights, and AI in education and the workplace. Students question whether technology is neutral and learn to engage thoughtfully with AI’s growing role in our lives.
MUSC 100 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC THEORY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
An online course designed to prepare students to enter MUSC 162 (Written Theory 1). The course focuses on basic musical concepts including notation of pitch and rhythm, intervals, scales and modes, and keys and key signatures.
MUSC 113 AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
Introduction of history and development of American popular music.
NSG 100 INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION AND DISCIPLINE OF NURSING
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 2 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introduces students to the profession and discipline of nursing through the lens of history, its distinct body of knowledge, scientific principles, and foundational theories that shape nursing practice. Evidence-based practice and concepts of safe, compassionate, patient-centered care of diverse populations are emphasized throughout the course.
PHIL 170 INTRODUCTION TO CRITICAL REASONING
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
An elementary study of critical thinking and reasoning. For students who want to improve their skills in recognizing fallacious patterns of reasoning, constructing acceptable arguments, and criticizing faulty lines of reasoning.
POLS 102 INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER
General survey of American national government and politics.
PSYCH 101 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Survey of general psychology.
RELG 102 INTRODUCTION TO WORLD RELIGIONS
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
This course explores five of the most widely practiced world religions; Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Students are introduced to the history and basic tenets of each faith.
SOC 101 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Basic course intended to develop a perspective about the nature of social processes and the structure of society.
STAT 111 UNDERSTANDING STATISTICS
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Introduction to basic concepts and ideas of statistics. Methodologies and case studies to prepare students to understand the use of statistics in the mass media and professional publications in their major field of study.
WMAN 200 RESTORATION ECOLOGY
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – FALL
Principles and practice of restoring natural ecosystem function, structure, and integrity.
WGST 150 WOMEN IN MOVIES
PREREQUISITE: NONE
CREDIT HOURS: 3 Hr.
SEMESTER – SUMMER, FALL
Through viewing popular Hollywood films, we will analyze femininity across the life span. Critical thinking and cultural analysis will be practiced as we study heroines, working girls, motherhood, brides, cheerleaders, and old women on screen.
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