Laredo College Core Curriculum
Laredo College’s Core Curriculum provides students with a foundation of knowledge of human cultures and the physical and natural world, develop principles of personal and social responsibility for living in a diverse world, and advance intellectual and practical skills that are essential for all learning. Students planning to continue their education toward a baccalaureate degree can complete core curriculum courses to transfer that block of courses to any Texas public college or university. Articulation agreements with other Texas colleges and universities mean seamless transfer. Laredo College's Core requirements are in 3-hour increments. However, some courses offered, such as Mathematics and Life and Physical Sciences, are 4-hour classes. Any overflow (extra) hours above the required Core of 42 hours will apply to the degree requirements.
Foundational Component Areas
Communication
6 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on developing ideas and expressing them clearly, considering the effect of the message, fostering understanding and building the skills needed to communicate persuasively. Courses involve the command of oral, aural, written and visual literacy skills that enable people to exchange messages appropriate to the subject, occasion and audience.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 1302 | Composition II (CORE) | 3 |
Mathematics
3-4 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on quantitative literacy in logic, patterns and relationships. Courses involve the understanding of key mathematical concepts and the application of appropriate quantitative tools to everyday experience.
Note: Students should seek a student success advisor or transfer institution when selecting mathematics options to satisfy their degree plan.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 1314 | College Algebra (CORE) | 3 |
| MATH 1316 | Plane Trigonometry (CORE) | 3 |
| MATH 1324 | Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences (CORE) | 3 |
| MATH 1332 | Contemporary Mathematics (Quantitative Reasoning) (CORE) | 3 |
| MATH 1342 | Elementary Statistical Methods (CORE) | 3 |
| MATH 2412 | Pre-Calculus Math (CORE) | 4 |
| MATH 2413 | Calculus I (CORE) | 4 |
Life and Physical Sciences
6 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on describing, explaining and predicting natural phenomena using the scientific method. Courses involve the understanding of interactions among natural phenomena and the implications of scientific principles on the physical world and on human experiences.
Note: Labs are not CORE however student is strongly encouraged to verify if lab component is needed for their degree plan.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1306 | Biology for Science Majors I CORE | 3 |
| BIOL 1307 | Biology for Science Majors II CORE | 3 |
| BIOL 1308 | Biology for Non Science Majors I CORE | 3 |
| BIOL 1309 | Biology for Non Science Majors II (CORE) | 3 |
| BIOL 1311 | General Botany (CORE) | 3 |
| BIOL 1313 | General Zoology (CORE) | 3 |
| BIOL 2301 | Anatomy and Physiology I (CORE) | 3 |
| BIOL 2302 | Anatomy and Physiology II (CORE) | 3 |
| BIOL 2306 | Environmental Biology (CORE) | 3 |
| CHEM 1305 | Introductory Chemistry I (CORE) | 3 |
| CHEM 1311 | General Chemistry I (CORE) | 3 |
| CHEM 1312 | General Chemistry II (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGR 1201 | Introduction to Engineering (single semester) (CORE) | 2 |
| GEOL 1301 | Earth Sciences for Non-Science Majors I (CORE) | 3 |
| GEOL 1303 | Physical Geology (CORE) | 3 |
| GEOL 1305 | Environmental Science (CORE) | 3 |
| GEOL 1304 | Historical Geology (CORE) | 3 |
| PHYS 1301 | College Physics I (CORE) | 3 |
| PHYS 1302 | College Physics II (CORE) | 3 |
| PHYS 1315 | Physical Science I (CORE) | 3 |
| PHYS 2325 | University Physics I (CORE) | 3 |
| PHYS 2326 | University Physics II (CORE) | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture
3 credit hours
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 2322 | British Literature I (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2323 | British Literature II (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2326 | American Literature (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2327 | American Literature I (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2328 | American Literature II (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2332 | World Literature I (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2333 | World Literature II (CORE) | 3 |
| ENGL 2351 | Mexican-American Literature (CORE) | 3 |
| PHIL 1301 | Introduction to Philosophy (CORE) | 3 |
| PHIL 2306 | Introduction to Ethics (CORE) | 3 |
Creative Arts
3 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on the appreciation and analysis of creative artifacts and works of the human imagination. Courses involve the synthesis and interpretation of artistic expression and enable critical, creative and innovative communication about works of art.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS 1301 | Art Appreciation (CORE) | 3 |
| ARTS 1303 | Art History I Prehistoric to the 14th Century (CORE) | 3 |
| ARTS 1304 | Art History II 14th Century to the Present (CORE) | 3 |
| DANC 2303 | Dance Appreciation (CORE) | 3 |
| DRAM 1310 | Theater Appreciation (CORE) | 3 |
| MUSI 1306 | Music Appreciation (CORE) | 3 |
| MUSI 1307 | Music Literature (CORE) | 3 |
| MUSI 1310 | American Music (CORE) | 3 |
American History
6 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on the consideration of past events and ideas relative to the United States, with the option of including Texas History for a portion of this component area. Courses involve the interaction among individuals, communities, states, the nation and the world, considering how these interactions have contributed to the development of the United States and its global role.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 1301 | United States History I (CORE) | 3 |
| HIST 1302 | United States History II (CORE) | 3 |
Political Science
6 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on consideration of the Constitution of the United States and the constitutions of the states, with special emphasis on that of Texas. Courses involve the analysis of governmental institutions, political behavior, civic engagement and their political and philosophical foundations.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GOVT 2305 | Federal Government (Federal constitution & topics) (CORE) | 3 |
| GOVT 2306 | Texas Government (Texas constitution & topics) (CORE) | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences
3 credit hours
Courses in this category focus on the application of empirical and scientific methods that contribute to the understanding of what makes us human. Courses involve the exploration of behavior and interactions among individuals, groups, institutions and events, examining their impact on the individual, society and culture.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ECON 2301 | Principles of Macroeconomics (CORE) | 3 |
| ECON 2302 | Principles of Microeconomics Principles of Microeconomics (CORE) | 3 |
| PSYC 2301 | General Psychology (CORE) | 3 |
| PSYC 2314 | Life Span Growth and Development (CORE) | 3 |
| PSYC 2317 | Statistical Methods in Psychology (CORE) | 3 |
| SOCI 1301 | Introduction to Sociology (CORE) | 3 |
| SOCI 1306 | Social Problems (CORE) | 3 |
Component Area Option
3-4 credit hours
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BCIS 1305 | Business Computer Applications (CORE) | 3 |
| COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computing (CORE) | 3 |
| COSC 1436 | Programming Fundamentals I (CORE) | 4 |
| KINE 1301 | Foundations of Kinesiology (CORE) | 3 |
| KINE 1304 | Personal/Community Health (CORE) | 3 |
| KINE 1346 | Drug Use & Abuse (CORE) | 3 |
| SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication CORE | 3 |
| SPCH 1315 | Public Speaking CORE | 3 |