Arkport Central School
ACE courses offered 2020-2021
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An introduction to the visual arts emphasizing the understanding and appreciation
of art through a review of the elements and principles of art and design, as well
as an examination of two- and three-dimensional art forms, methods and media. (3 cr.
hrs.) Meets General Education requirement in Humanities.
Emphasizes the modern aspects of biology and its techniques. Includes biochemistry,
cell structure and physiology, genetic mechanisms, a survey of the three domains of
organisms, and plant structure and physiology. For math/science students (4 cr. hrs.)
Lecture/laboratory. Meets General Education requirement in Natural Sciences. Maximum
of 18 total students in a single LAB section. If more than 18 students are in the
course, they must be broken up into at least 2 sections.
Emphasizes the modern aspects of biology and its techniques. Includes evolution,
animal diversity, human and animal anatomy/physiology, animal behavior, reproduction
and development, and ecology. For math/science students. Laboratory involves dissection
of a preserved fetal pig and various vertebrate organs, as well as the use of living
invertebrates. (4 cr. hrs.) Lecture/laboratory. Meets General Education requirement
in Natural Sciences. Maximum of 18 total students in a single LAB section. If more
than 18 students are in the course, they must be broken up into at least 2 sections.
Essay writing designed to sharpen the student's perceptions of the world through
the study and use of non-fiction writings and to facilitate communications with correctness,
clarity, unity, organization, and depth. Assignments include expository writing, argumentation,
and research techniques. (3 cr. hrs.) Meets General Education requirement in Basic
Communication.
Essay writing course designed to advance critical, analytical, and writing abilities
begun in ENGL 1010. Literary analysis and interpretation on works of fiction, poetry,
and drama. (3 cr. hrs.) Meets General Education requirement in Humanities and Basic
Communication.
Theories and practices of American Federal Government with emphasis on the national
level. Changing relationships between the branches of the national government, policy
formulation, political parties, pressure groups, and the growth of presidential powers.
(3 cr. hrs.) Meets General Education requirement in Western Civilization.