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FOR106 (4 Credits)

Scientific analysis and examination of biological evidence for forensic purposes. Covers blood, bloodstains, other biological fluids and stains, hair, DNA, toxicological evidence, controlled substances and alcohol. Includes the history of forensic science, functions of the crime lab, and criminalist career specialties. Prerequisites: None.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
8
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
10/26

GLG101 (3 Credits)

Introduction to Earth's materials, surface and internal geologic processes, plate tectonics and geologic time. Prerequisites: None.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
8,16
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
11/2

GLG103 (1 Credit)

Includes practical experience in rock and mineral identification, topographic maps, and applied problems in geology. Prerequisites: None.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
8,16
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
11/2

GPH113 (4 Credits)

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes / ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves, wind, and using various topographic mapping data. Prerequisites: None.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
8,14
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
10/26

PHY101 (4 Credits)

A survey of physics emphasizing applications of physics to modern life. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT090, or higher level mathematics course, or eligibility for MAT120 or higher as indicated by appropriate placement.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
14,8
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
10/26

PHY111 (4 Credits)

Includes motion, energy, and properties of matter. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT182 or MAT187 or MAT188 or MAT220 or MAT221 or eligibility for MAT220 as indicated by appropriate placement or 1 yr high school Trigonometry with a grade of C or better or permission of Department or Division.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
16,8
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
10/26

PHY112 (4 Credits)

Includes electricity, electromagnetism, and modern physics. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PHY111.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
16,8
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
10/26

PSY290AB (4 Credits)

Planning, execution, analysis, and written reporting of psychological research using American Psychological Association guidelines (APA). Critical review of literature and methods in representative areas of psychological research. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY230 or PSY230WL or permission of Instructor.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
8,14
Delivery
Online
Designations
L, NSI, SG
Next Start
10/26

BIO181 (4 Credits)

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

Term
Spring 2027
Weeks
8,16
Delivery
Online
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
1/11

GPH113 (4 Credits)

Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes / ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves, wind, and using various topographic mapping data. Prerequisites: None.

Term
Fall 2026
Weeks
14
Delivery
Print Based
Designations
NSI, SQ
Next Start
10/26