The following is a list of all courses currently available through ACP:

Art

Biology

Humans and the Biological World (5 credit hours)
This two-semester course is a lecture and laboratory course designed to offer the non-major an opportunity to examine the fundamental principles of biology. L100 introduces biological organization from molecules through cells and organisms to populations. The emphasis is on processes common to all organisms with special reference to humans. The course also prepares the student for more advanced courses should the decision be made to continue in biology. L100 does not fulfill any requirements for the biology major. It does fulfill distribution requirements for most majors. It is a required course for the Social Work major.
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Chemistry

Quantitative Chemistry (3 credit hours)
The second of a two-semester sequence. The curriculum includes chemical equilibrium, kinetics, and acid base equilibrium, solubility, complexation, electronchemistry, and descriptive inorganic chemistry.
Hide Description Principles of Chemistry (3 credit hours)
The first of a two-semester course sequence. The curriculum includes topics such as energy and the nucleus, nuclear chemistry, atomic and molecular bonding, gases, solids, acids and bases, and thermodynamics. The two courses are concurrent, C125 being the laboratory component. Prerequisites on the Bloomington campus are two years of high school algebra and one year of high school chemistry. Students requesting C105/C125 should have an SAT math score of 570 or above to ensure success in the course.
Hide Description Experimental Chemistry I (2 credit hours)
(C105/C125 are scheduled concurrently as lecture and lab sessions)
The first of a two-semester course sequence. The curriculum includes topics such as energy and the nucleus, nuclear chemistry, atomic and molecular bonding, gases, solids, acids and bases, and thermodynamics. The two courses are concurrent, C125 being the laboratory component. Prerequisites on the Bloomington campus are two years of high school algebra and one year of high school chemistry. Students requesting C105/C125 should have an SAT math score of 570 or above to ensure success in the course.
Hide Description Experimental Chemistry II (2 credit hours)
(C106/C126 are scheduled concurrently as lecture and lab sessions)
The second of a two-semester sequence. The curriculum includes chemical equilibrium, kinetics, and acid base equilibrium, solubility, complexation, electronchemistry, and descriptive inorganic chemistry.
Hide Description Elementary Chemistry I (3 credit hours)
Taught concurrently with C121 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory I (2 credit hours), but it is possible for a student to enroll in only the lecture course, C101. The course is an examination of the fundamental aspects of inorganic and physical chemistry with an introduction to organic chemistry. Among the topics covered are theories of atomic and molecular structure; reactions of acids, bases, and ionic solutes; chemistry of hydrogen, oxygen, sulfur, nitrogen, halogens, and metals; radiation; and the structure and reactions of hydrocarbons. The lab is an introduction to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry. C101/C121 are available for credit second semester, so students who are in an ACP C105/C125 or an advanced chemistry section taught by an ACP teacher but who elected not to take the class for college credit first semester, have the option to enroll in C101/C121 second semester. As with C105/C125, prerequisites include two years of high school algebra and a strong performance in one year of high school chemistry. ACP strongly recommends that prospective students have a math SAT of at least 500.
Hide Description Elementary Chemistry Lab (2 credit hours)
(C101/C121 are scheduled concurrently as lecture and lab sessions)
Taught concurrently with C101 Elemntary Chemistry (2 credit hours), but it is possible for a student to enroll in only the lecture course, C101. The course is an examination of the fundamental aspects of inorganic and physical chemistry with an introduction to organic chemistry. Among the topics covered are theories of atomic and molecular structure; reactions of acids, bases, and ionic solutes; chemistry of hydrogen, oxygen, sulfur, nitrogen, halogens, and metals; radiation; and the structure and reactions of hydrocarbons. The lab is an introduction to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry. C101/C121 are available for credit second semester, so students who are in an ACP C105/C125 or an advanced chemistry section taught by an ACP teacher but who elected not to take the class for college credit first semester, have the option to enroll in C101/C121 second semester. As with C105/C125, prerequisites include two years of high school algebra and a strong performance in one year of high school chemistry. ACP strongly recommends that prospective students have a math SAT of at least 500.
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Economics

Introduction to Microeconomics (3 credit hours)
The course focuses on microeconomics only. The syllabus covers societal applications of core analytical concepts such as: scarcity, opportunity cost, competitive and noncompetitive market pricing, and interdependence. Students then apply these concepts to a number of current economic policy problems, such as: poverty, pollution, excise taxes, rent controls, and farm subsidies. This is economics on a high academic level.
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Education

Examining Self as Teacher (3 credit hours)
Designed to help a student make a career decision, better conceptualize the kind of teacher the student wishes to become, and reconcile any preliminary concerns that may be hampering a personal examination of self as teacher. Students will design a major portion of their work.
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English

Elementary Composition I (3 credit hours)
The course prepares students for writing in a variety of college courses. The focus of the course is on writing from multiple sources to analyze an issue and argue a position. Skills include evaluating sources of information, summarizing sources, adopting a thoughtful position, advancing a clear thesis, and supporting one's views with evidence. Prerequisites are three years of high school English. Students requesting W131 should have an SAT verbal score of 500 or above. NOTE: Students who scored 670 or better on the SAT or 22 or better on the ACT qualify for an exemption from basic composition at IU Bloomington. For more details, visit the Exemption from English W131 page under Student Guide.
Hide Description Literary Interpretation (3 credit hours)
Development of critical skills essential to participation in the interpretive process. Through class discussion and focused writing assignments, introduces the premises and motives of literary analysis and critical methods associated with historical, generic, and/or cultural concerns.
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Foreign Language

Second-Year French I (3 credit hours)
P: F102 or equivalent. Continued development of proficiency in oral and written communication in French through listening, reading, and use of French in realistic situations. FREN F203 must be taken before FREN F204.
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F203 or equivalent. Continued development of proficiency in oral and written communication in French through listening, reading, and use of French in realistic situations.
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Geology

Earth Science Materials & Processes (3 credit hours)

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History

American History I (3 credit hours)
This two-semester course covers the evolution of American society: political, economic, social structure, racial and ethnic groups, world diplomacy of the United States, territorial expansion, industrialization, urbanization, international events and their impact on American history. H105 covers from English colonization through the Civil War. H106 covers 1865 to the present. A school may offer one or both semesters. Further, these semester-long courses can be offered within the required American history course in either the junior or senior year if the high school section being offered for college credit is designated as advanced or honors. Prerequisites include two years of high school history and/or social studies.
Hide Description American History II (3 credit hours)
This two-semester course covers the evolution of American society: political, economic, social structure, racial and ethnic groups, world diplomacy of the United States, territorial expansion, industrialization, urbanization, international events and their impact on American history. H105 covers from English colonization through the Civil War. H106 covers 1865 to the present. A school may offer one or both semesters. Further, these semester-long courses can be offered within the required American history course in either the junior or senior year if the high school section being offered for college credit is designated as advanced or honors. Prerequisites include two years of high school history and/or social studies.
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International Studies

Introduction to International Studies (3 credit hours)
This course introduces students to the principal issues, perspectives, and modes of study in International Studies. Students will become familiar with interdisciplinary approaches to the study of culture, the environment, politics, economics, communication, and the arts globally. Students will gain an international perspective and understanding of current thinking about and possible solutions to critical global issues. We also will explore the resources available to students at I.U. and beyond in relation to educational and career opportunities. Class materials will consist of a textbook, articles available through e-reserves, and multi-media resources. The final grade will be based on a combination of short written assignments, exams, and class preparation/participation. Written guidelines for assignments will be discussed in class. Students with interests in particular topics will find opportunities to pursue them in short research assignments.
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Mathematics

Calculus I (4 credit hours)
(available at IU Bloomington and IU Kokomo only)
The course prerequisites for M211, M212, M215, and M216 include a strong performance in three years of high school mathematics, such as: algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, or trigonometry. Further, students need to have a high interest in mathematics generally. NOTE: All ACP mathematics courses include a diagnostic test given prior to the due date for student applications. This is the same test given at IU Bloomington for counseling students into the appropriate mathematics course. Based on the results of the diagnostic test, students are advised to apply or not for college credit in the ACP course.
Hide Description Finite Mathematics (3 credit hours)
This course discusses set theory, techniques of counting, probability, linear systems, matrices, and linear programming. M118 also includes applications to business and the social sciences. Prerequisites: Two years of high school algebra; skill with solving word problems is required; students should also be able to work accurately with fractions and decimals, to graph linear equations, and to solve two linear equations in two unknowns.
Hide Description Brief Survey of Calculus I (3 credit hours)
The course presents an overview of basic concepts in calculus. M119 is an introduction to calculus designed primarily for students in business and the social sciences. Prerequisites include a strong background in high school geometry and algebra.
Hide Description Calculus II (4 credit hours)
(available at IU Bloomington and IU Kokomo only)
The course prerequisites for M211, M212, M215, and M216 include a strong performance in three years of high school mathematics, such as: algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, or trigonometry. Further, students need to have a high interest in mathematics generally. NOTE: All ACP mathematics courses include a diagnostic test given prior to the due date for student applications. This is the same test given at IU Bloomington for counseling students into the appropriate mathematics course. Based on the results of the diagnostic test, students are advised to apply or not for college credit in the ACP course.
Hide Description Calculus I (5 credit hours)
(available at IU East, IU Northwest, and IU South Bend)
The course prerequisites for M211, M212, M215, and M216 include a strong performance in three years of high school mathematics, such as: algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, or trigonometry. Further, students need to have a high interest in mathematics generally. NOTE: All ACP mathematics courses include a diagnostic test given prior to the due date for student applications. This is the same test given at IU Bloomington for counseling students into the appropriate mathematics course. Based on the results of the diagnostic test, students are advised to apply or not for college credit in the ACP course.
Hide Description Calculus II (5 credit hours)
The course prerequisites for M211, M212, M215, and M216 include a strong performance in three years of high school mathematics, such as: algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, or trigonometry. Further, students need to have a high interest in mathematics generally. NOTE: All ACP mathematics courses include a diagnostic test given prior to the due date for student applications. This is the same test given at IU Bloomington for counseling students into the appropriate mathematics course. Based on the results of the diagnostic test, students are advised to apply or not for college credit in the ACP course.
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Physics

Physics I (5 credit hours)
This two-semester course covers topics such as mechanics, wave motion, thermodynamics, and sound. The grade is based on lecture, exams, and a laboratory component. The course prerequisites are one year of high school Physics. In addition, the student must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in ACP M211 or an equivalent high school calculus course.
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Political Science

Introduction to American Politics (3 credit hours)
This one-semester course is an introduction to the principles, institutions and dynamics of American government and politics. Topics include the origin and development of the United States constitution, federalism, separation of powers, major institutions of national government and its political power base. Included are discussions of the nature and problems of democracy. This course may be applied to the major in political science. It fulfills distributional requirements for most majors. It is a required course in Social Work and some SPEA majors.
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Psychology

Introduction to Psychology I (3 credit hours)
(Psychology P101 is a prerequisite for P102)
The courses are an introduction to psychology: its methods, data, and theoretical interpretations in the areas of learning, sensory psychology, and psychophysiology. P101 covers experimental methods, data, and the interpretation of theories. The emphasis is on the nervous system, the sense organs, and sensation and perception. P102 covers developmental, social, personality, and abnormal psychology. P101 is a prerequisite for P102.
Hide Description Introduction to Psychology II (3 credit hours)
The courses are an introduction to psychology: its methods, data, and theoretical interpretations in the areas of learning, sensory psychology, and psychophysiology. P101 covers experimental methods, data, and the interpretation of theories. The emphasis is on the nervous system, the sense organs, and sensation and perception. P102 covers developmental, social, personality, and abnormal psychology. P101 is a prerequisite for P102.
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Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA)

Sociology

Introduction to Sociology (3 credit hours)
This course is an introduction to the concepts and methods of sociology with an emphasis on the understanding of contemporary America. The syllabus includes topics such as: culture, socialization, gender roles, social stratification, social deviance, and social change.
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