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EEP credits have been awarded specific course credit, elective credit and/or exemption from required courses depending on the college or university the student attends. No matter how the credit is applied, it reduces the number of credits the student needs to graduate, and lessens the financial burden on families. Colleges and universities may apply the credit in different ways.

For students who decide to attend Rhode Island College, all EEP credits count towards graduation and nearly 90% of the courses satisfy a Gen Ed requirement or count in one or more majors or minors. Check the first column below to see how your EEP courses are applied at RIC.

COURSE NUMBER COURSE DESCRIPTION

ACCT 201
Requirement in all majors in the School of Business

Principles of Accounting I:  Financial
The identification, measurement, and reporting of the financial effects of economic events on enterprises are examined. 3 cr.

AFRI 200
RIC Social & Behavioral Science Gen Ed

Introduction to Africana Studies
This is a transdisciplinary of key issues in life and history of people of African descent and their interaction with other peoples and world cultures. 4 cr.

ART 201
RIC Visual and Performing Arts Gen Ed (if taken in 2020 or later)

Introduction to Visual Arts
Introduction to art-making, art vocabulary, and art history.  Students work in a studio environment, producing and critiquing works while studying the arts within the context of history and society.  For non-art majors only.  Studio and lecture.
3 cr.

BIOL 111
RIC Natural Science Gen Ed; requirement in some majors

Introductory Biology I
Emphasis is on the molecular and cellular nature of living systems. This course is intended for science majors and any student with an interest in science. 4 cr.

BIOL 112
RIC Natural Science Gen Ed; requirement in some majors; pre-requisite:  BIOL 111 with a minimum grade of C-

Introductory Biology II
Emphasis is on organismal and ecological levels of organization. This course is intended for science majors and any student with an interest in science. 4 cr. 

CHEM 103
RIC Natural Science Gen Ed; requirement in some majors

General Chemistry I
Topics include atomic theory, periodicity, bonding, reactions, stiochiometry, gas laws, and thermochemistry. Laboratory experiments illustrate these concepts and develop laboratory techniques. 4 cr.

CHEM 104
RIC Advanced Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning (AQSR) Gen Ed; requirement in some majors

Pre-requisite:  CHEM 103 with a minimum grade of C-

General Chemistry II
Topics include states of matter, solutions, kinetics, acids and bases, equilibrium theory, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. 4 cr.

COLL 101

The College Experience
Through classroom instruction and academic advisement, students explore the meaning of higher education, the transition to college, academic organization and terminology, and time management. 1 cr.

ECON 200
RIC Social & Behavioral Sciences Gen Ed

Introduction to Economics
This course fosters an understanding of the market economy and contemporary economic problems, such as economic growth and inflation, unemployment, income distribution, and the role of the government. Students cannot receive credit for Economics 200 if they have successfully completed or are currently enrolled in Economics 214. 4 cr.

ECON 214
Requirement in all majors in the School of Business

Principles of Microeconomics
Microeconomics is introduced, including such areas
of decision making as individual demand theory, cost theory, production theory, and the structure of markets. 3 cr.

ECON 215
Requirement in all majors in the School of Business (except Health Care Administration)

Principles of Macroeconomics
The U.S. economy as a whole is considered and problems of inflation and recession are explored by examining aggregate demand, aggregate supply, national product and income, and the influence of money and interest rates on the economy. 3 cr.

ENGL 113
RIC Arts Gen Ed

Approaches to Drama
Drama as an art form is studied through the reading, viewing and analysis of selected plays, past and present. 4 cr.

ENGL 118
RIC Literature Gen Ed (if taken in 2020 or later)

Introduction to the Literary Experience
This course provides students with a rich experience of literature from a variety of periods and genres, exploring the questions of what literature is and how texts make meaning. 4 cr.

FIN 230
Counts as elective credit

Personal Finance
Students examine the markets and institutions they will deal with throughout their financial lives. Topics include borrowing money, real estate, banking, insurance, investing, and retirement planning. 3 cr.

FNED 100
Counts as elective credit

Education in a Democratic Society
This course will identify, discuss and analyze the social and cultural forces that impact education with the attention given to diversity and equity. 3 cr.

FREN 113
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement

Intermediate French I
The cultural heritage of the French-speaking world is examined through selected cultural readings. Grammar and vocabulary are reviewed through a communicative approach. 4 cr.

FREN 114
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement; Prerequisite: Prior completion of either the EEP 113-level course or the 4th year high school language course (with a B+ or better).

Intermediate French II
Through selected readings, literature as a reflection of the French-speaking world is examined. The development of language skills is continued through a communicative approach. 4 cr.

HPE 115
Counts in coaching minor

Fundamentals of First Aid & CPR
Fundamental principles and skills of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are presented.  Upon satisfactory completion of each unit, appropriate certification is available. 2 cr.

HPE 201
Counts in coaching minor

Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries
Students acquire a basic understanding of sports medicine. Topics include preventive techniques, protective strapping, basic anatomy, injury recognition, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. 3 cr.

HIST 107
RIC History Gen Ed
(special permission required to teach this course)

Multiple Voices:  The United States in the World
Students examine the historian’s craft by studying pivotal events highlighting the historical relationship between the United States and the world.  4 cr.

HIST 117
Counts as elective credit

Introduction to Historical Analysis
This course introduces students to historical themes within a particular era or period such as European history, Western civilization, or the Holocaust. 3 cr.

HIST 118
Counts as elective credit

U.S. History I
This course provides an in-depth study of the history of the United States up to 1877 through five strands of history: political, economic, religious, social, and intellectual. 3 cr.

HIST 119
Counts as elective credit.

U.S. History II
This course provides an in-depth study of the history of the United States from 1877 to the present through five strands of history: political, economic, religious, social, and intellectual. 3 cr.

ITAL 113
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement.

Intermediate Italian I
The cultural and linguistic heritage of Italy is examined through selected readings. Grammar is reviewed and basic oral and written skills developed. 4 cr.

ITAL 114
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement.
Prerequisite: Prior completion of either the EEP 113-level course or the 4th year high school language course (with a B+ or better).

Intermediate Italian II
Literature as a reflection of the heritage of the Italian people is examined. The development of oral and reading skills are continued and some attention is given to written practice. 4 cr.

LATN 101
NOTE: Formerly offered for EEP credit several years ago..

Elementary Latin I
The spirit and culture of the classical Roman world is introduced through study of the grammar and syntax of classical Latin and readings from Latin authors. This course also examines the Roman world's contribution to Western civilization. 4 cr.

LATN 102
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement
Prerequisite LATN 101

Elementary Latin II
This is a continuation of Latin 101. 4 cr.

MATH 240
RIC Gen Ed Math; requirement in some majors

Prerequisite: C+ or better in Algebra II

Statistical Methods I
Descriptive statistics; confidence intervals and hypothesis testing; random variables; estimations and tests of significance; and correlation and regression are studied. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 240 and MATH 248. 4cr.

MEDI 201
Requirement in a major

Orientation to Medical Imaging
Topics include the history of x-rays, the technologist's role on the health care team, radiographic equipment, clinical settings and the various modalities in diagnostic imaging (formerly RADT 201).  1 cr.

MEDI 255
Requirement in a major

Patient Care in Medical Imaging
Students will learn the patient care skills needed for safe practice in the healthcare environment.  3 cr.

MGT 100
Counts as elective credit

Introduction to Business
Business concepts are introduced and the practices of management in both the business sector and non-profit organizations.  Topics focus on all the management disciplines. 3 cr.

MUS 207
Counts in digital media production minor
(formerly MUS 117 3 cr.)

 

Electronic Music
This studio course is designed for students with little or no experience I electronic music.  Students become familiar with the basic components of the electronic lab and create electronic compositions. 4 cr.

MUS 220
Counts in digital media production minor

 

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Advanced Digital Audio Production I
This course is designed for students interested in live and studio audio production in a computer-based studio. Students cannot receive credit for COMM 220 and MUS 220. 4 cr.

MUS 119
Counts as elective credit (formerly MUS 118 3 cr.)

Advanced Digital Audio Production
This course will explore sound production, recording and transmission, electronic music composition and arranging, live audio reinforcement, multi-track studio recording, editing, mixing and mastering. This course will be almost exclusively project-based and will deal with real-life applications and curriculum-related career paths.  Projects will include creating a multi-track song, creating a final mix using EQ, effects and automation, and creating the soundtrack for a nature documentary. 3 cr.

MUS 201
RIC Visual & Performing Arts Gen Ed

Survey of Music
Musical eras, styles, forms, and basic vocabulary are introduced to the non-music major through music literature.  An ability to read music is not presumed. 4 cr.

MUS 203
RIC Visual & Performing Arts Gen Ed

Elementary Music Theory
Fundamentals of scale construction, intervals,
syllables, clefs, rhythms, and form are studied, with emphasis on musical acuteness through ear training, sight singing, and diction. 4 cr.

MUS 223
RIC Visual & Performing Arts Gen Ed 

Music 223 American Popular Music
The growth of popular music in the United States is surveyed from its historical background.  4 cr.

MUS 225
RIC Visual & Performing Arts Gen Ed.  Counts in Jazz Studies minor

History of Jazz
Jazz styles, forms and basic vocabulary are introduced to the non-music major through music literature and sound.  Listening outlines will be created and used to help develop skills.  4 cr.

POL 202
RIC Social & Behavioral Sciences Gen Ed; requirement in some majors including Political Science, Justice Studies, Public Administration and Social Work

American Government
The institutions and principles of American national government are examined. Topics include the constitutional foundation, federalism, political parties, Congress, the presidency, the Supreme Court and civil rights. 4 cr.

POL 204
RIC Social & Behavioral Sciences Gen Ed;
requirement in some majors

Introduction to Political Thought
Fundamental concepts and issues of philosophy and political theory are investigated. Basic precepts about authority, law, government, and the terms of obligation are examined in light of contemporary concerns. 4 cr.

PORT 113
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement.

Intermediate Portuguese I
The cultural and linguistic heritage of the Portuguese-speaking world is examined through selected readings. Grammar is reviewed and basic oral and written skills developed. 4 cr.

PORT 114
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement.
Prerequisite: Prior completion of either the EEP 113-level course or the 4th year high school language course (with a B+ or better).

Intermediate Portuguese II
Students develop both reading skills and an appreciation of literature as a reflection of the heritage of the Portuguese speaking world.  Development of oral skills is continues and attention is given to written practice.  4 cr.

PSYC 110 RIC Social & Behavioral Sciences Gen Ed; requirement in several majors

Introduction to Psychology
The field of psychology is surveyed with emphasis on the biological, cognitive, and environmental factors influencing behavior. 4 cr.

SWRK 200

Introduction to Social Work
Students learn about the profession of Social Work, focusing on skills, ethics of helping and fields of practice, child welfare, juvenile justice, elder services and mental health. 4cr.

SPAN 113
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement.

Intermediate Spanish I
The cultural and linguistic heritage of The Spanish-speaking world is examined, while grammar is reviewed and basic oral and written skills are developed. 4 cr.

SPAN 114
Meets RIC 2nd Language requirement. Prerequisite: Prior completion of either the EEP 113-level course or the 4th year high school language course (with a B+ or better).

Intermediate Spanish II
Emphasis is on the development of reading Spanish and on the appreciation of literature as a reflection of the heritage of the Hispanic peoples.  Attention is given to written practice. 4 cr.

TECH 216 Computer-Aided Design
Required in a major

Computer-Aided Design
International drafting-language protocol is explored and used in solving design problems in orthographic and pictorial presentation.  Study includes basic computer-aided drafting.  3 cr.

TECH 327
Required in a major

Construction Systems
This course is an introduction to the skills, knowledge, environments, and people of the construction industry.  A laboratory component is required for students to plan, design, and build a structure. 3 cr.

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