COURSE LISTINGS

AC 101           Principles of Accounting I (3)

This course is designed for students to develop an understanding and appreciation of the principles and concepts of financial accounting and their application to business situations. The major units in this course are the nature and scope of the financial accounting cycle; the conceptual framework of accounting; recording changes in assets, liabilities, capital, expenses, and income; and internal control systems used to protect the assets of an organization.

AC 102           Principles of Accounting II (3)

 This course will enable students to understand and appreciate the role of financial accounting as an information system, which can be used as an aid in decision-making in changing economic and social environments. This course will focus on the forms of business organizations, accounting for changes in ownership structure, and preparation of the income statement and balance sheet.  Pre-requisite for AC 102: AC 101 with a grade of “C” or higher.

AC 103           Intermediate Accounting I (3)

This course is designed for students to develop an understanding and appreciation of the existence and use of selected accounting standards and rules and conventions for the preparation, analysis and reporting of financial information. The focus of this course includes disclosure requirements, preparation of cash-flow statements, ratio analysis and its limitations, and liquidation and receivership.

AC 201           Intermediate Accounting II (3)

This costing principle course is designed for students to understand the principles and methods of cost and management accounting and develop the ability to select, order, analyze, and present information in an appropriate accounting form to practical business situations.  This course will focus on the importance and role of costing and management accounting, flow of cost for manufacturing enterprises, and elements of cost.  Pre-requisite for AC 201:  AC 103 with a grade of “C” or higher.

AC 202           Cost Accounting (3)

This costing systems course is designed to enable students to evaluate economic, legal, social, and technological factors and present reasonable explanations and understandable implications, and to effectively communicate them in a logical and clear manner for proper decision-making.  It will focus on job costing, process costing, comparing, contrasting, and computing activity based costing, applying traditional costing methods to service sector costing, and comparing marginal and absorption costing.  Pre-requisite for AC 202: AC 201 with a grade of “C” or higher.

AC 203           Managerial Accounting (3)

This course is designed for students to understand and appreciate the importance of qualitative characteristics and techniques developed in cost and management accounting for planning activities and controlling operations that are necessary in the decision making process.  It will focus on objectives and roles of budgeting, concepts of standard costing and the process of establishing standards and short-term and long-term decision-making.

BY 101           Cell and Molecular Biology (3)

This course exposes students to the following: the chemical structure of water, carbohydrates, lipids and proteins and their roles in living organisms; that cells are the basic units of living organisms, grouped into tissues and organs; the fluid mosaic model of membrane structure and the movement of substances into and out of cells; and the mode of action of enzymes.

BY 101L        Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory (1)

BY 102           Reproductive Biology (3)

In this course, students should demonstrate an understanding of asexual reproduction and vegetative propagation; sexual reproduction in the flowering plant; and sexual reproduction in humans.  Pre-requisite for BY 102: BY 101 and BY 101L with a grade of “C” or higher.

BY 102L        Reproductive Biology Laboratory (1)

BY 103           Genetics, Variation, and Natural Selection

In this course, students should demonstrate an understanding of the structure of nucleic acids and their roles in protein synthesis and nuclear division; the behaviour of chromosomes, nucleus and cytoplasm in mitotic and meiotic cell division and their importance for stability and variation in a species; the importance of mitosis and meiosis for stability and variation in a species; the patterns of inheritance; selected aspects of genetic engineering and its medical, agricultural, environmental, ethical and social implications; and the genetic basis of variation and its importance in natural selection.  Pre-requisite for BY 103: BY 101 and BY 101L with a grade of “C” or higher.

BY 201           Bioenergetics (3)

This course deals with the process of photosynthesis and its role in transforming light energy into

chemical energy in the form of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP); the process of cellular respiration and its role in producing ATP; energy flow and nutrient cycling in ecosystems and their role in maintaining the stability of these ecosystems; the ecosystem as a dynamic system involving interaction of biotic and abiotic components; and biodiversity and conservation.  Pre-requisite for BY 201:  BY 101 and BY 101L with a grade of “C” or higher.

BY 201L        Bioenergetics Laboratory (1)

BY 202           Biosystems Maintenance (3)

This course deals with the mechanism by which plants absorb minerals and water through the roots and transport them throughout the xylem; translocation in the phloem; the organization, structure and transport function of the mammalian circulatory system; the concept of homeostasis and hormonal action; the role of the kidneys as excretory and regulatory organs; and the role of the nervous system in systems maintenance.  Pre-requisite for BY 202:  BY 101 and BY 101L with a grade of “C” or higher.

BY 202L        Biosystems Maintenance Laboratory (1)

BY 203           Applications of Biology (3)

In this course, students gain an understanding of the meaning of the terms health and disease; the principles of immunology; the principles underlying social and preventive medicine; drug abuse and its implications.  Pre-requisite for BY 203:  BY 101 and BY 101L with a grade of “C” or higher.

CRS 101        Caribbean Society and Culture (3)

This course introduces students to the role played by geography in shaping the society and culture of the Caribbean region as well as the historical evolution of Caribbean society, the cultural characteristics of the Caribbean people, and the ways in which Caribbean society and cultural influence and are influenced by societies and cultures outside the region.

CRS 102        Caribbean Development (3)

This course introduces students to different conditions which satisfy the definition of development; to interrelationships among social, cultural, political and economic factors in the development of the Caribbean region; and to key individuals and institutions which have shaped the region’s development.  After being introduced to some of the major concepts and skills which should be mastered in conducting research, students will have the opportunity, through the research process, to deepen their understanding of a defined area of Caribbean experience which they have selected.

CS 101           College English I (3)

This course enhances the student’s ability to gather and process information using a variety of modes and strategies.  It develops skills of analysis and encourages critical evaluation of a wide range of oral and written material, focusing on the effect of source, context, and medium on the reliability and validity of information.

CS 102           Language and Community (3)

This course combines speaking and writing in English with an awareness and appreciation of Caribbean influenced vernacular.  It develops an understanding of the salient features of the interactive relationship among communication technologies, language and society, focusing on the social, political, ethical and psychological roles of language in the Caribbean.

CS 103           College English II (3)

This course is designed to develop and strengthen students' abilities to use the structures of English correctly and appropriately so that they are prepared to communicate ideas to a specific audience in an organized, fluent, accurate, precise, clear and confident manner. While the course
offers an understanding and appreciation for the English language as an instrument for educational, social, personal and vocational growth, it also focuses on developing the necessary communication skills needed to enter the community, the workplace and higher levels of education as an informed and engaged citizen, employee and student.  Pre-requisite for CS 103:  CS 101 with a grade of “C” or higher.

CS 201           Critical Thinking and Writing (3)

This course will use various artefacts such as critical essays, advertisements, movies, poetry, short stories, music, pop culture and novels to facilitate students in identifying the rhetorical and literary devices used to create these works.  It is designed to facilitate students in the development of their critical reading, writing, and thinking skills.  As critical thinkers and writers, students will display organized critical thinking skills that will be used to research, comprehend, analyze, synthesize, critique and argue ideas in literature, current events, culture,
technology and other topics.  Pre-requisite for CS 201: CS 103 with a grade of “C” or higher.

CSC 101        Components of Computer Systems (3)

This course is designed for students to understand the components of computer-based and related systems. This course will allow students to acquire knowledge and skills to evaluate and recommend suitable components for specific user requirements. It will focus on hardware, systems software, networks and the appropriateness of a computer-based system.

CSC 102        Applications of Computers (3)

In this course, students will appreciate the scope, role, benefits and limitations of computers through a study of a broad range of applications.  Students will understand the legal, ethical, social and economical implications of a computer-based system for the individual, organization and society as a whole.  The main focus of the course will be on computer applications, the role of computers within an organization, communication and information needs, data security and implications of computer applications.

CSC 103        Computer-Based Problem Solving (3)

This course enables students to appreciate the importance of information in the solution of many problems.  Students will use computer-based tools to source, analyze and present information to solve real-life problems, including the use of specific tools such as a word processor, a spreadsheet, or a database management application, as well as access to the World Wide Web. Students will use information intelligently and critically and will apply problem-solving skills using the computer and computer-related technologies as a tool.  Pre-requisite for CSC 103: IT 103 with a grade of “C” or higher.

CSC 201        Software and Systems Development (3)

This course is designed for students to understand the software and system process and to allow them to develop skills in using a variety of tools, techniques, models and diagrams that may be used in the software and system development process. The main topics include software development, analysis phase and the design phase.

CSC 202        Programming Languages (3)

Upon completion of this course students should appreciate the range of programming paradigms, understand the need for different programming languages, and understand the stages in the execution of a program written in a high-level language. The main focus of the course will be algorithms, programming languages, structured programming concepts, object-oriented paradigm and procedural paradigm.  Pre-requisite for CSC 202: CSC 103 with a grade of “C” or higher.

CSC 203        Program Development (3)

This course is designed for students to be able to implement solutions to a programming problem using an event-driven object-orientated programming language. The main content covered in this course will be the Event Driven Programming, Abstract Data Types, Object-oriented Approach, Programming Environment Tools and the Program Implementation of a specific programming language.  Pre-requisite for CSC 203: CSC 202 with a grade of “C” or higher.

EC 101           Introduction to Economics (3)

This one semester course allows individuals to develop a thorough understanding of the general nature of economics as it relates to scarcity, choice, opportunity cost and decision making. It addresses the central economic problem of limited resources and its allocation via different market mechanisms. It focuses on the study of consumer demand and supply, elasticity and the different tools that can be used to represent and analyze economic data.

EC 102           Principles of Microeconomics (3)

This one semester course allows individuals to develop an in depth understanding of market structures and their operations in the economy.  It equips students with conceptual knowledge that readily allows them to identify characteristics, strengths, weaknesses, and examples of each. This course further acquaints students with the concept of economic efficiency, market failure and its causes, and various measures that can be adopted to help eliminate market failure.  Pre-requisite for EC 102: EC 101 with a grade of “C” or higher.

EC 103           Intermediate Microeconomics (3)

This one semester microeconomics course focuses on the theory of income distribution.  It looks closely at the costs and rewards accrued to the owners by the factors of production, the impact of labour mobility on the labour market, the role of government and other economic agents on income distribution and poverty alleviation.  It further acquaints students with the concept of social welfare and decision making with incomplete information.

EC 201           Principles of Macroeconomics (3)

This course exposes students to the nature of macroeconomics and focuses on topics such as national income, classical models of the macro economy, the consumption function, the basic Keynesian models, and investment.

EC 202           Intermediate Macroeconomics (3)

This course allows the student to understand the underlying principles of money demand and supply, to appreciate the role of the Central Bank in the economy, to understand monetary and fiscal policy and their applications, and to understand the nature and burden of the national debt.  Pre-requisite for EC 202: EC 201 with a grade of “C” or higher.

EC 203           International Economics (3)

This course focuses on growth, development, and international economic relations.  Topics covered include international trade, economic integration, balance of payments, exchange rates, international institutions, foreign direct investment, and globalization.

EN 101           Fundamentals of College English (3)

This is a course required of beginning students whose ATLIB Examination results and high school transcript indicate the need for additional preparation in English Language skills expected at college level.  As a preparatory course, it does not count towards any associate degree program at Muffles Junior College.

ES 101          Fundamental Ecological Principles (3)

This course covers basic ecological concepts such as community ecology, population ecology as well as the scientific processes that go along with the interactions between organisms and their environments.

ES 102           People and the Environment (3)

This course looks at human interaction with the environment and human use of natural resources.  It provides an understanding of population dynamics and its effects on the environment, and tries to present an appreciation for the need for sustainable development of our natural resources.  In this light, it covers concepts dealing with conservation methods and population/environmental management.

ES 103           Sustainable Use of Natural Resources (3)

This course gives an overall view of the major natural resources available to us in the Caribbean as well as all the factors that affect their use.  It focuses not only on the environmental factors like pollution, soil degradation, coastal erosion, and habitat disruption and destruction that impact negatively on the use of these natural resources, but, more importantly, it looks at the tools available for sustainable use and conservation of our natural resources.

ES 201          Sustainable Agriculture (3)

This course covers the various types and roles of agriculture in the Caribbean, the historical development of these agricultural types, and the economic and the socio-environmental issues relating to these agricultural systems.  It looks at the principles of sustainable agriculture including environmentally sustainable practices such as terracing, crop rotation, agro-forestry and integrated pest management.  This course also looks at the role of the above principles and how the region applies them to deal with problems of water demands, chemical contamination and waste management.

ES 202           Sustainable Energy Use (3)

This course covers concepts that lead to an understanding of the nature of energy and its uses. It looks at the importance of energy to society, and the various energy sources and their impacts on the environment.  It covers new and alternative energy sources, it evaluates the use of renewable energy, and it also evaluates the impact of energy extraction, transport and use.

ES 203           Pollution of the Environment (3)

This course looks at the major types and sources of pollution.  It focuses on environmental types of pollution including atmospheric, land and water pollution.  It gives the students an understanding of the impact of these pollutants, both on the economy and on society as a whole, and addresses the mitigating measures used to combat the sources of pollutants.

HIS 101          Studies in Belizean History (3)

Socrates exhorted, “Know thyself.”  Knowing oneself includes knowing the environment and the country.  Where have we come from?  Where are we as a nation at this time?  How have we gotten here?  This course will attempt to answer these questions for us.  It will journey from 15th century Europe (The Age of Discovery) to Belize on September 21, 1981.

IT 101             Information Systems (3)

This is a required course for all students entering junior college.  It is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of information systems.  Secondly, it is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the power and potential pitfalls of information technology.  Specifically, the course addresses information processing, automated information processing systems, telecommunications, appropriateness of information technology systems, and the impact of information technology.

IT 102             Information Processing and Presentation (3)

This is a required course for all students.  This course is designed to develop competence and confidence in the selection and use of productivity tools like word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems to solve real-life problems.  Secondly, it is designed to demonstrate the application of a variety of general purpose software tools so as to develop competence in interpreting information to assist in informed decision making and to present information in an appropriate manner.

IT 103             Information and Communication Skills (3)

This is a required course for all students.  This course is designed to develop an understanding of the nature and sources of information and the tools and techniques needed to communicate information intelligently and critically.  Secondly, it will demonstrate the design and development of web pages and illustrate the use of the worldwide web to retrieve and communicate information.  Pre-requisite for IT 103:  IT 101 and IT 102 with grades of “C” or higher.

LW 101          Caribbean Legal Systems (3)

This course enables students to understand the varying ideas and thoughts about the nature and sources of law, appreciate the complex nature of law, understand the dynamic roles and functions of courts in changing societies, and develop skills in applying legal principles to a given set of facts.

LW 102          Principles of Public Law (3)

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to understand the overall concept of public law, comprehend the principles of public law and develop skills in applying legal principles to real-life situations.  Major topics include the Constitution, the Ultra Vires Doctrine, and the Principle of Judicial Review.

LW 103          Criminal Law (3)

This course allows students to understand and appreciate the basic principles of criminal law, to develop skills in applying knowledge of criminal law to solve problems in a logical and analytical way using case material and statute where relevant, to develop skills in evaluating the reform and development of criminal law especially as it relates to certain offences including juvenile offenders, and to recognize the importance of criminal law in society.

LW 201          Tort (3)

This course focuses on the concepts of civil liability for wrongful conduct, the ability to evaluate alternative schemes for compensating victims of wrongful conduct, and the ability to apply skills of analysis and critical evaluation to a wide variety of material such as law reports, statutes, legal journals and the reports and working papers of law revision committees impacting on the Law of Tort.

LW 202          Law of Contract (3)

This course enables students to understand and analyze the theories and concepts which shape the formation and development of the law of contract; to appreciate the process of legal reasoning; to appreciate how the law operates and is applied to protect individual rights and to enhance commercial dealings; and to develop skills in applying law to facts in order to solve problems through the appropriate use of precedents, analogy and other analytical methods.

LW 203          Real Property (3)

This course will allow students to understand how interests in property are acquired, to understand the rights and obligations of owners of real property, and to develop skills in applying the principles of the Law of Real Property in the context of the issues arising in real life.  Major topics include interests in land, types of tenure, transfer of interests, and remedies to affirm title.

MA 101          Basic Algebra and Functions (3)

This course is designed to prepare students for the study of calculus by understanding the concept of numbers, developing the ability to construct simple proofs of mathematical assertions, understanding the concept of functions and by being confident in the manipulation of algebraic expressions, and by solving equations.  The topics to be covered include a revision of algebraic operations, indices, functions, and equations.  In addition, it introduces new topics such as the real number system, the modulus, surds, and inequalities.   

MA 102          Plane Geometry (3)

This course is designed to help students develop the ability to represent and deal with objects in the plane through the use of coordinate geometry, to develop the ability to manipulate, to describe the behaviour of trigonometric functions, to establish trigonometric identities, and to solve trigonometric equations.  The topics to be covered include coordinate geometry, trigonometric functions, identities and equations, complex numbers, and vectors.  Pre-requisite for MA 102: MA 101 with a grade of “C” or higher.   

MA 103          Calculus I (3)

This course provides an understanding of the concepts of continuity of a function, develops the ability to find the limit and derivative of functions, provides an understanding of the fundamental notions of differential and integral calculus and enables the student to apply both integration and differentiation to the solution of real problems. The topics covered include limits, Differentiation I, and Integration I.  Pre-requisites for MA 103:  MA 101 and MA 102 with grades of “C” or higher.

MA 201          Calculus II (3)

This course is designed as a continuation of Calculus I.  It provides an understanding of transcendental functions such as exponential and logarithmic functions.  It helps students build confidence in using the techniques of differentiation and integration and develop the skills to model real world phenomena by means of differential equations.  The topics covered include exponential, trigonometric and logarithmic functions, Differentiation II, and Integration II.  Pre-requisite for MA 201:  MA 103 with a grade of “C” or higher.

MA 202          Sequences, Series, and Approximations (3)

This course enables the student to understand the concept of a sequence as a function from the natural numbers to the real numbers, understand the difference between sequence and series, distinguish between convergence and divergence of some standard series or sequence, and apply successive approximations to roots of equations and deal with some of the errors involved.  The topics covered include sequences, series, Binomial Theorem for positive integral index, errors, and roots of equations.  Pre-requisite for MA 202:  MA 101 with a grade of “C” or higher.

MA 203          Counting, Matrices, and Modelling (3)

This course enables students to develop the ability to analyse and solve simple problems dealing with choices and arrangements, understand the algebra of matrices, develop the ability to analyse and solve system of linear equations, and understand the significance of mathematics as a modelling tool.  The topics covered include counting, matrices and system of linear equations and mathematical modelling.

MB 101          Business Management (3)

This course provides an understanding of the nature and scope of business and its role in society. It acquaints students with the functions of different business organizations and its interaction with factors of the environment in which it operates. It focuses on decision making and the factors that affect its process as well as the tools used to make decisions.

MB 102          Human Resource Management (3)

This course exposes students to the importance of management theories in the operation of business organizations. It focuses on the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees within an organization and provides an awareness of the effects of human motivation on organizational effectiveness. This course also allows students to develop an appreciation of the broad framework of labour management relations.

MB 103          Business Finance (3)

This course deals with the roles and functions of finance and accounting in the management of business in a global environment. It focuses on the impact of changes in trade, finance and accounting procedures on the overall operations of business. It also allows students to develop skills to analyze cases related to problems in finance and accounting.

MB 201          Productions and Operations Management (3)

This course aims to provide an understanding of the operations involved in the production of goods and services in manufacturing and service-oriented organizations. It helps students develop an awareness of the importance of productivity and quality in production. It also acquaints students with the use of tools and techniques required for production and operations management and the impact of the external environment on the production and operations functions.

MB 202          Principles of Marketing (3)

This course focuses on the concept of marketing and its role in society. It allows students to appreciate the role of marketing as a management function and provides exposure to the principles of marketing management. It also enables students to develop an awareness of the impact of the environment on marketing.

MB 203          Small Business Management (3)

This course acquaints students with the entrepreneurship process. It allows students to develop an awareness of the characteristics of small business management, successful entrepreneurs and the environment in which they function. It focuses on the major challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurs and the skills needed for successfully managing a business.

MT 101          Fundamentals of College Mathematics (3)

This is a course required of beginning students whose ATLIB Examination results and high school transcript indicate the need for additional preparation in Mathematics skills expected at college level.  As a preparatory course, it does not count towards any associate degree program at Muffles Junior College.

SA 101           Collecting and Describing Data (3)

This course will employ mathematical models to collect, describe and interpret data from real-world situations and communicate mathematical results. The main topics covered include the concept of randomness, sources of data, sampling theory, data collection methods, graphical data representation, and numerical data representation using measures of central tendency and variability for ungrouped and grouped data.

SA 102           Managing Uncertainty (3)

This course covers probability theory, random variables, and probability distributions (discrete and continuous). Students will construct and use probability distribution tables and obtain cumulative distribution functions. They will identify and solve problems involving probabilities of the binomial and normal distributions.  Pre-requisite for SA 102:  SA 101 with a grade of “C” or higher.

SA 103           Analysing and Interpreting Data (3)

This course covers sampling distributions and applications of the Central Limit Theorem. Students will calculate confidence intervals for large samples of known population variance, construct hypothesis tests (one-tailed and two-tailed) for testing population mean or proportion for large and small samples (z-test and t-test), evaluate the Chi-square test statistic and apply a -test for independence, and calculate and interpret correlation and linear regression for bivariate data.  Pre-requisite for SA 103:  SA 102 with a grade of “C” or higher.

SK 101           Study Skills for College (3)

This course provides skills in learning, retaining, and applying knowledge gained in other courses. Topics include motivational skills, taking classroom notes, time control and concentration, methods for reading a textbook, building a powerful memory, doing research, taking examinations, word skills, and reading comprehension skills.  It is required of all students who have been placed on academic probation, but students may also enrol in it for enrichment purposes.  It does not count towards any associate degree program at Muffles Junior College.

SY 101           Sociology, Culture and Identity (3)

This preliminary course will allow students to have a clear understanding of the importance of sociology as a discipline.  Topics dealing with culture, diversity, identity, social change and socialization will allow students to analyze and appreciate the relationship between the individual and society in particular the Caribbean.

SY 102           Social Institutions: Family, Religion, Education (3)

Human beings make a society and in turn are made by it. This course will entail topics dealing with family types, religion and educational systems, placing particular emphasis in the Caribbean.  It is through these social institutions that human beings function in a society.

SY 103           Social Stratification and Social Mobility (3)

This course examines the evolution of stratification in the Caribbean. Based on different theories and historical perspectives, a comparison is made in areas such as class, race, ethnicity, education and gender.

SY 201           Population Studies (3)

In this course students are able to understand population issues with specific reference to the Caribbean and are also able to apply sociological concepts and simple statistical procedures to illustrate population issues.  Students learn to explain the terms used in population studies, use quantitative measures to explain population trends, compare population statistics in developed and developing countries, explain the main theories of population, assess the implications of population growth rates, evaluate population policies in selected countries, and explain the relationship between population and development.

SY 202           Social Order, Social Control, and Deviance (3)

In this course students are able to understand how order is maintained in society; to appreciate the roles and functions of the institutions of social control, with particular reference to the Caribbean; and to be familiar with alternative explanations of deviance and crime.  Students learn to evaluate the different theoretical perspectives on social order and deviance, analyze the role and functions of institutions of social control, assess alternative explanations of the social distribution of crime, and evaluate issues that arise in an analysis of crime and deviance in the Caribbean.

SY 203           Social Development and Poverty (3)

In this course students are able to understand the sociological issues of development and appreciate the issue of poverty from a sociological perspective.  Students learn to explain the concepts of development and the indicators used to measure development, evaluate the theories of development and underdevelopment, analyze the issues associated with Caribbean development, explain the problems involved in defining and measuring poverty, examine the different theoretical perspectives on the causes and persistence of poverty, assess the vulnerability of various categories of the poor in Caribbean societies, and assess the contribution of Sociology to the analysis of poverty.

TH 101           Introduction to Scriptures (3)

This course introduces students to the Bible.  It helps the students realize that the Bible is given to us to help us know and love God.  The Bible tells us the history of God’s relationship with man.

TH 102           Spirituality, Morality and Ethics (3)

This course introduces students to theological terminologies.  Students become exposed to different viewpoints in the area of spirituality, morality, and ethics.  Principles of morality are studied linking their origin to Scripture, tradition, and culture.