Course Descriptions

Course descriptions list the number of lecture hours for which the class meets each week, e.g. “three lecture” and the number of lab hours of weekly class meeting time, e.g. “three lab.” Some classes are divided between lecture time and “lab” time. Thus, a class that is “three lecture, three lab” meets for six hours each week — three hours in a lecture format and three hours in a lab (“hands-on”) format. (See Educational Definitions )

NPC courses that transfer directly to other Arizona public community colleges and three state universities have an additional notation: the Shared Unique Number (SUN). The SUN# symbol appears with those course descriptions. For an explanation of the SUN advantages, see Transfer Degrees  in this catalog.

To assist students with sequencing to satisfy degree requirements, the semester a course is normally offered is now shown on the description. The course may be offered during other semesters based on student demand. Students should work with their NPC academic adviser to most efficiently reach their educational goals. Course offerings are based on availability of qualified faculty.

DBN = Determined by Need – Your academic adviser can help convey your need for the course to the appropriate dean.

^{‡ These courses are NOT accepted for transfer credit by all three Arizona state public universities.}

See additional Educational Definitions .

View list of General Education Course Options .

Health and Physical Education

Health Sciences

History

Honors Colloquia

Human Development

Human Services

Humanities

Industrial Arts

Information and Communication Technology

Instructional and Professional Development

Languages

Mathematics

Mathematics for Educators

Medical Assistant

Music