Pre-College Summer Programs and Courses

This course is a comprehensive study of the Spanish language focused on the continuing development of students’ communicative abilities and their knowledge of Hispanic cultures. Students will expand their use of basic structures of Spanish with a special emphasis on more difficult grammatical and vocabulary aspects, and further improve both their oral and written skills. Students will sharpen their critical thinking skills and listening abilities utilizing movies and written texts. This course combines an extensive use of an online component with class participation and three exams. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have acquired extended complex language tools that facilitate proficiency in Spanish and its use in various professional contexts. There is no final exam. May not be taken satisfactory/unsatisfactory. No new enrollments permitted after the third class session.

Prerequisite: AS.210.212 (Spanish Elements II) or appropriate Spanish placement exam score.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

This course is a comprehensive study of the Spanish language focused on the continuing development of students’ communicative abilities and their knowledge of Hispanic cultures. Students will expand their use of basic structures of Spanish with a special emphasis on more difficult grammatical and vocabulary aspects, and further improve both their oral and written skills. Students will sharpen their critical thinking skills and listening abilities utilizing movies and written texts. This course combines an extensive use of an online component with class participation and three exams. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have acquired extended complex language tools that facilitate proficiency in Spanish and its use in various professional contexts. There is no final exam. May not be taken satisfactory/unsatisfactory. No new enrollments permitted after the third class session.

Prerequisite: AS.210.212 (Spanish Elements II) or appropriate Spanish placement exam score.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

This course is a thorough review of the Spanish language focused on the development of students’ communicative abilities and their knowledge of Hispanic cultures. Students will both expand their knowledge of the basic structures of Spanish, with special emphasis on more difficult grammatical and vocabulary aspects, and further improve on oral and written skills. Students will increase their critical thinking skills and listening abilities utilizing movies and written texts. This course combines an extensive use of an online component, class participation and three exams. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have acquired more complex language tools to become proficient in Spanish and its use in various professional contexts. There is no final exam. May not be taken satisfactory/unsatisfactory. No new enrollments permitted after the third class session.

Prerequisite: AS.210.311 (Advanced Spanish I) or appropriate Spanish placement exam score.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

An understanding of physiology is an invaluable part of any budding physician, scientist, or healthcare provider’s repertoire. Discover classical anatomy and physiology of the human body as we explore the nervous, muscular, cardiopulmonary, renal, digestive, and immune systems, and learn how each effects health and disease. In addition to classroom study, you will be challenged to synthesize this newfound knowledge by participating in interactive activities. If you wish to pursue biomedical and scientific studies in the future, you will utilize the knowledge of the basic physiological processes learned in this program.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: Background in Biology is strongly recommended.

Required Text: Required Text: The textbook for this course is Lauralee Sherwood’s HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY: FROM CELLS TO SYSTEMS 9th Edition (Cengage Learning, ISBN 978-1285866932). Students may purchase either a hard copy or eTextbook.

An understanding of physiology is an invaluable part of any budding physician, scientist, or healthcare provider’s repertoire. Discover classical anatomy and physiology of the human body as we explore the nervous, muscular, cardiopulmonary, renal, digestive, and immune systems, and learn how each effects health and disease. In addition to classroom study, you will be challenged to synthesize this newfound knowledge by participating in interactive activities. If you wish to pursue biomedical and scientific studies in the future, you will utilize the knowledge of the basic physiological processes learned in this program.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: Background in Biology is strongly recommended.

Required Text: Required Text: The textbook for this course is Lauralee Sherwood’s HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY: FROM CELLS TO SYSTEMS 9th Edition (Cengage Learning, ISBN 978-1285866932).

An understanding of physiology is an invaluable part of any budding physician, scientist, or healthcare provider’s repertoire. Discover classical anatomy and physiology of the human body as we explore the nervous, muscular, cardiopulmonary, renal, digestive, and immune systems, and learn how each effects health and disease. In addition to classroom study, you will be challenged to synthesize this newfound knowledge by participating in interactive activities. If you wish to pursue biomedical and scientific studies in the future, you will utilize the knowledge of the basic physiological processes learned in this program.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: Background in Biology is strongly recommended.

Required Text: Required Text: The textbook for this course is Lauralee Sherwood’s HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY: FROM CELLS TO SYSTEMS 9th Edition (Cengage Learning, ISBN 978-1285866932).

Discover how chemistry, one of the oldest scientific disciplines, has made significant contributions within numerous fields such as health care, medicine, pharmaceutical sciences, materials and polymer science, and forensic chemistry. For example, the development of new drugs involves chemical analysis and synthesis of new compounds. Chemistry also plays a vital role in the development and growth of several consumer-based industries such as pigments and paints, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and oil and natural gas. In this program, you will focus on the applications of chemistry in medicine and pharmaceutical sciences.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: Background in Chemistry and Biology is strongly recommended.

Required Text: There are no required textbooks for this program; all readings and video resources will be made available to you throughout the program.

Applied Anatomy and Physiology offers students a systems-focused introduction to the human body, its capacities, and functions. The course addresses core concepts in the field, including organ systems, relationships between organ systems, homeostasis, and the relationship between form and function. Students will engage these core concepts through dissections, medical case studies, group discussions, lectures, and lab work. While the course largely addresses macroscopic gross anatomy, students also will be introduced to microscopic anatomy, or histology. Collaborative learning is a core component of this course, and students gain an appreciation for the crucial role that teamwork plays in all successful medical and research careers.

Prerequisite: Background in Biology is strongly recommended.

Applied Anatomy and Physiology offers students a systems-focused introduction to the human body, its capacities, and functions. The course addresses core concepts in the field, including organ systems, relationships between organ systems, homeostasis, and the relationship between form and function. Students will engage these core concepts through dissections, medical case studies, group discussions, lectures, and lab work. While the course largely addresses macroscopic gross anatomy, students also will be introduced to microscopic anatomy, or histology. Collaborative learning is a core component of this course, and students gain an appreciation for the crucial role that teamwork plays in all successful medical and research careers.

Prerequisite: Background in Biology is strongly recommended.

Applied Anatomy and Physiology offers students a systems-focused introduction to the human body, its capacities, and functions. The course addresses core concepts in the field, including organ systems, relationships between organ systems, homeostasis, and the relationship between form and function. Students will engage these core concepts through dissections, medical case studies, group discussions, lectures, and lab work. While the course largely addresses macroscopic gross anatomy, students also will be introduced to microscopic anatomy, or histology. Collaborative learning is a core component of this course, and students gain an appreciation for the crucial role that teamwork plays in all successful medical and research careers.

Prerequisite: Background in Biology is strongly recommended.

Ever wondered how the ads you see seem to know exactly what you want even before you do? Dive into the world of Big Data and Advertising where technology meets creativity to shape consumer behavior and business strategy. This course offers a deep exploration of how big data is revolutionizing advertising, from personalized ads to predictive analytics. By integrating perspectives from psychology, economics, computer science, and marketing, you’ll gain insights into how data drives decisions in the advertising world. Explore the psychological principles behind consumer behavior, learn how data is collected, and understand the ethical implications of using personal information in advertising. Through hands-on programming in Python, you’ll manipulate large datasets to discover patterns that drive ad campaigns. This interdisciplinary course challenges you to think critically about the intersection of technology, ethics, and business, preparing you to navigate the complexities of data-driven advertising. No prior coding experience is required, making this course accessible to all students interested in the powerful combination of big data and advertising.

Students in this course are required to complete 3 hours of prework prior to the first day of class.

Students in this course must bring a laptop capable of running Python (with Anaconda installed), opening spreadsheets, browsing the internet, and using programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Canva for project and group work. Students will be required to download datasets from online sources, so their laptops should have appropriate privacy and security protections, such as antivirus software. Students must engage in secure browsing practices.

Ever wondered how the ads you see seem to know exactly what you want even before you do? Dive into the world of Big Data and Advertising where technology meets creativity to shape consumer behavior and business strategy. This course offers a deep exploration of how big data is revolutionizing advertising, from personalized ads to predictive analytics. By integrating perspectives from psychology, economics, computer science, and marketing, you’ll gain insights into how data drives decisions in the advertising world. Explore the psychological principles behind consumer behavior, learn how data is collected, and understand the ethical implications of using personal information in advertising. Through hands-on programming in Python, you’ll manipulate large datasets to discover patterns that drive ad campaigns. This interdisciplinary course challenges you to think critically about the intersection of technology, ethics, and business, preparing you to navigate the complexities of data-driven advertising. No prior coding experience is required, making this course accessible to all students interested in the powerful combination of big data and advertising.

Students in this course are required to complete 3 hours of prework prior to the first day of class.

Students in this course must bring a laptop capable of running Python (with Anaconda installed), opening spreadsheets, browsing the internet, and using programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Canva for project and group work. Students will be required to download datasets from online sources, so their laptops should have appropriate privacy and security protections, such as antivirus software. Students must engage in secure browsing practices.

Dive into the world of behavioral neuroscience and discover how the brain gives rise to thought, emotion, and perception. This introductory course explores how the brain’s structure, electrical activity, and chemical signals shape everything from memory, motivation and decision-making. We’ll break down complex topics like neurotransmitters and neural circuits, showing how they connect to everyday experiences like learning, emotions and sleep. As you move through the course, you’ll learn how we study the biology underlying behavior using techniques like neuroimaging. You'll also see how these methods are applied in the real world—powering innovations in mental health, neurotechnology, marketing, and design. Along the way, you’ll complete weekly quizzes to reinforce your understanding, and apply your knowledge through short assignments.

This online course provides students who have already achieved a basic understanding of programming and computational thinking in one programming language with an opportunity to apply these skills in another programming language. Students will be expected to complete projects to demonstrate proficiency in the new language. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only

Prerequisites: Not open to students who have completed EN.500.113 (Gateway Computing: Python). Students must have completed: EN.500.112 (Gateway Computing: JAVA) or EN.500.114 (Gateway Computing: Matlab) or EN.510.202 (Computation and Programming for Materials Scientists and Engineers) or EN.520.123 (Computational Modeling for Electrical and Computer Engineering) or EN.601.220 (Intermediate Programming.)

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

This is a two-course sequence in the differential and integral calculus of functions of one independent variable. Topics include the basic analytic geometry of graphs of functions and their limits, integrals and derivatives, including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Also, some applications of the integral, like arc length and volumes of solids with rotational symmetry, are discussed. Applications to the physical sciences and engineering will be a focus of this course as this sequence of courses is designed to meet the needs of students in these disciplines.

This is a two-course sequence in the differential and integral calculus of functions of one independent variable. Topics include the basic analytic geometry of graphs of functions, and their limits, integrals and derivatives, including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Also, some applications of the integral, like arc length and volumes of solids with rotational symmetry, are discussed. Applications to the physical sciences and engineering will be a focus of this course, as this sequence of courses is designed to meet the needs of students in these disciplines.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

This is a second course in the calculus of functions of one independent variable. However, instead of continuing with standard calculus topics, this semester includes an introduction to differential equations, the basic structure of functions of several variables, an introduction to linear systems and linear algebra, and applications for systems of linear differential equations and probability distributions. Applications to the biological and social sciences will be discussed, and the course is designed to meet the needs of students in these disciplines.

Prerequisites: AS.110.106 (Calculus I for Biological or Social Sciences) or AS.110.108 (Calculus I for Physical Sciences and Engineering) or an Advanced Placement AB score of 3 or better.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

This is the second of a two-course sequence in the differential and integral calculus of functions of one independent variable. Topics include the basic and advanced techniques of integration, analytic geometry of graphs of functions, and their limits, integrals and derivatives, including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Also, some applications of the integral, like arc length and volumes of solids with rotational symmetry, are discussed. Applications to the physical sciences and engineering will be a focus of this course, as this sequence of courses is designed to meet the needs of students in these disciplines.

Prerequisites: AS.110.106 (Calculus I for Biology and Social Sciences) or AS110.108 (Calculus I For Physical Sciences and Engineering), or a Advanced Placement AB score of 5.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

This is a course in the calculus of functions of more than one independent variable. Topics include the analytic geometry of the graphs of either scalar or vector-valued functions, limits, continuity, partial derivatives and their applications, including optimization, multiple integrals, including line and surface integrals, and the big three theorems of Green, Stokes, and Gauss.

Prerequisite: AS.110.107 (Calculus II for Biological and Social Sciences) or AS.110.109 (Calculus II for Physical Sciences and Engineering) or AS.110.113 (Honors Single Variable Calculus) or an Advanced Placement BC score of 5.

This is a course in the calculus of functions of more than one independent variable. Topics include the analytic geometry of the graphs of either scalar or vector-valued functions, limits, continuity, partial derivatives and their applications, including optimization, multiple integrals, including line and surface integrals, and the big three theorems of Green, Stokes, and Gauss.

Prerequisite: AS.110.107 (Calculus II for Biological and Social Sciences) or AS.110.109 (Calculus II for Physical Sciences and Engineering) or AS.110.113 (Honors Single Variable Calculus) or an Advanced Placement BC score of 5.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

This is an online course. The class will meet for ten weeks and will follow the deadlines for that term for add/drop/withdraw and grade changes.This course examines the psychological disorders that are usually first diagnosed prior to adulthood. Some of the specific disorders that will be discussed are Attention-Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Learning Disorders, and Intellectual Disability.Students will become familiar with various diagnoses, etiologies, and methods of treatment. Note: This course does not count towards the Psychology major.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

This introductory course will create a foundational understanding of topics in Algebra. An emphasis will be on applications to prepare students for future courses like Precalculus or Statistics. After a review of elementary algebra concepts, topics covered include equations and inequalities, linear equations, exponents and polynomials, factoring, rational expressions and equations, relations and functions, radicals, linear and quadratic equations, higher-degree polynomials, exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

A workshop devoted to the art and science of a funny story well told. Students will analyze comic fiction, film, and classic television, and create their own short, comic works. They'll learn the basics of screenplay format and scene design, and hone close observation and critical thinking skills. This course satisfies the Film and Media Studies screenwriting requirement. Both majors and non-majors welcome.

Prequisite: AS.220.105 Introduction to Fiction & Poetry I) or AS.225.106 (Introduction to Fiction & Poetry II) recommended but not required.

A writing-intensive course (W) engages students in multiple writing projects, ranging from traditional papers to a wide variety of other forms, distributed throughout the term. Assignments include a mix of high and low stakes writing, meaning that students have the chance to write in informal, low-pressure--even ungraded--contexts, as well as producing larger, more formal writing assignments. Students engage in writing in the classroom through variety of means, including class discussions, workshop, faculty/TA lectures, and class materials (for instance, strong and weak examples of the assigned genre). Expectations are clearly conveyed through assignment descriptions, including the genre and audience of the assigned writing, and evaluative criteria. Students receive feedback on their writing, in written and/or verbal form, from faculty, TAs, and/or peers. Students have at least one opportunity to revise.

We study the design and performance of a variety of computer systems from simple 8-bit micro-controllers through 32/64-bit RISC architectures all the way to ubiquitous x86 CISC architecture. We'll start from logic gates and digital circuits before delving into arithmetic and logic units, registers, caches, memory, stacks and procedure calls, pipelined execution, super-scalar architectures, memory management units, etc. Along the way we'll study several typical instruction set architectures and review concepts such as interrupts, hardware and software exceptions, serial and other peripheral communications protocols, etc. A number of programming projects, frequently done in assembly language and using various processor simulators, round out the course.

Prerequisite: EN.601.220 (Intermediate Programming).

Enjoy the opportunity to develop your creative writing skills. You will work in both fiction and poetry. Through a combination of robust discussion, writing exercises, and substantial feedback, you will learn about imagery, voice, narrative structure, and other aspects of the writer’s craft. The reading list will include a diverse range of contemporary authors. There will be a strong emphasis on collaborative workshopping, during which you will discuss one another’s works in progress.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites for this program.

Required Text: All required readings are available for free on JHU eReserves. Additional readings and video resources will be made available to you throughout the program.