VIRTUAL MIAMI ORLANDO

General Education

MATH 1330

Precalculus I

Relations and functions; linear and quadratic functions; curve sketching, rational functions, polynomial functions, synthetic division, remainder and factor theorems; zeros of polynomials; graphs; trigonometric functions and graphs; sine and cosine laws, solutions of right and oblique triangles, identities and trigonometric equations; and inverse functions.

MATH 1340

Precalculus II

This course includes the study of trigonometry and its applications, complex number operations and De Moivre’s Theorem, matrix and linear algebra, study of systems of linear equations, determinants and Cramer’s Rule; vectors; analytic geometry and the conic sections, exponential and logarithmic functions and their applications.

SCIE 1210

Principles of Chemistry

Introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry with an emphasis in the principles of matter and its properties, atomic structures, molecular structure, chemical bonding, Stoichiometry, Laws of Gases, chemical reactions, chemical composition of compounds, solutions, gases, acids, and bases.

SCIE 1211

Principles of Chemistry LAB

This course is designed to provide the beginning chemistry student exposure to the basic techniques of laboratory work and the practical experience necessary to better the general information presented in the text and lecture.

SCIE 1214

General Chemistry I

This course emphasizes in the Principles of matter and its properties, atomic structures, molecular structures, chemical bonding, Stoichiometry, Laws of Gases, chemical reactions, chemical composition of compounds, solutions, acids and bases, gases, and thermochemistry.

SCIE 1215

General Chemistry I Lab

This laboratory course complements the concepts being studied in class. It includes hands-on experience such as safety, matter and measurement, density, molecular structure and covalent bonding, titrations, gas laws, colligative properties, and calorimetry.

SCIE 1220

General Chemistry II

This course emphasizes the following topics: intermolecular forces, solution, kinetics, equilibrium, oxidation and reduction reactions, acids and bases; electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and organic principles.

SCIE 1221

General Chemistry II LAB

This laboratory course complements the concepts being studied in class. It includes hands=on experience in chemical equilibrium and equilibrium constant, solutions, Aspirin synthesis, colligative properties, acids and bases, and titrations.

SCIE 1230

Organic Chemistry

This laboratory course complements the concepts being studied in class. It includes hands-on experience in molecular structure, synthesis, separation and purification techniques and analysis for product characterization.

SCIE 1231

Organic Chemistry LABoratory

This laboratory course complements the concepts being studied in class. It includes hands-on experience in molecular structure, synthesis, separation and purification techniques and analysis for product characterization.

SCIE 1430

Physics I

A calculus-based course emphasizing the principles and applications of mechanics, concept and principles of fluid mechanics, oscillations, and waves. Includes kinematic in one, two and three dimensions, Newton’s Laws, work and energy, rotation, gravity, static equilibrium of a rigid body, and conservation of momentum. Concepts and principles of fluid mechanics such as density, specific gravity, pressure, Pascal’s principles, Archimedes’ principles, Continuity Equation and Bernoulli’s Equation. Concepts and principles of simple harmonic oscillation, damped oscillation, forced oscillation, mechanical waves, stationary waves, sound waves, and Doppler’s effect.

SCIE 1431

PHYSICS I LABORATORY

The first of a sequence of two laboratory courses, the experiences in this laboratory are designed to complement the Physics I course.

SCIE 1440

PhysicS II

A calculus-based course emphasizing the principles and applications of electricity and magnetism such as electric fields, electric potential, capacitance, dielectrics and electrostatic energy, electric current, direct current circuits, magnetic field Gauss ‘Law andsources, and magnetic induction Maxwell’s Equations and Electromagnetic Waves. Also include principles and applications of general thermodynamics such as heat, temperature, Zero Law of Thermodynamics, thermal equilibrium, First Law of Thermodynamics, Second Law of Thermodynamics, Thermodynamics process, and Carnot’s cycle.

SCIE 1441

PhysicS II Laboratory

A continuation of Physics Laboratory Experiments on the fundamental laws of physics to complement the Physics II course.

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All course content and instructional materials listed through this link (FA/23 online courses in English) are in English. Instructors are bi-lingual (English and Spanish). They will provide instructions, mentoring, and assessment in English and Spanish, as needed by students.

It begins on August 7, 2023 and ends on October 28, 2023.

To transfer credits earned at PUPR, you need to obtain a written authorization from your home institution’s dean or department chair prior to registering for online courses at PUPR.

Online students are not required to come in-person to campus. All academic work may be completed online. All supporting services and required transactions may be completed online.

The course instructional content is divided into 12 modules. Each term is twelve (12) weeks long. Therefore, students must complete one module per week. Thus, the online courses at PUPR are not self-paced.

The minimum requirement for taking Online courses thru the Blackboard Platform LMS are:

  • Operating System: Windows 10 or newer; Mac OS 10.14 Mojave or newer.
  • Processor: 1 GHz or faster.
  • RAM: 4 GB or higher.
  • 20 GB of available hard-drive space.
  • Screen resolution: 1280×1024 or higher.
  • Internet connection: Download speed of at least 1.5 Mbps, 750 kbps upload.
  • Webcam, microphone, and speakers.
1- Let us know your contact information and the courses you are interested in by filling the form here.

2- Shortly after filling out the form we will contact you to follow up on your enrollment as a Special Student.

Asynchronous instructional modality. The instructional content is divided into 12 modules. 

Most courses are three credit hours. The following are three examples of the total tuition and fees based on enrolling in a 3 credit-hour course, two 3-credit hour courses; two 3-credit hour courses and a 1-credit-hour lab.

The following academic programs are accredited by ABET’s Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
  1. a. BS in Biomedical Engineering
  2. b. BS in Chemical Engineering
  3. c. BS in Civil Engineering
  4. d. BS in Computer Engineering
  5. e. BS in Industrial Engineering is accredited
  6. f. BS in Electrical Engineering is accredited
  7. g. BS in Environmental Engineering is accredited
  8. h. BS in Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering with Aerospace
The BS in Land Surveying is accredited by Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission (ANSAC) of ABET The BS in Computer Science is accredited by the Computer Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
All support services are available to online students including but not limited to services provided by the following offices: Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, Bursar, Library, Information Technology, Virtual Education, Guidance Counseling, etc.
You will have access to all Library online resources. Print resources copies from the Library Collection are limited due to Copyright law. You can contact the librarians for further details at referencistas@pupr.edu .
Yes, you may use your phone or tablet to access your online courses on Blackboard. For this purpose, we recommend the use of the Blackboard mobile App. The Blackboard app is designed especially for students to view content and participate in courses. The app is available on iOS and Android mobile devices.

However, PUPR uses Respondus Lockdown to secure online exams in classrooms or proctored environments. Respondus is not enabled on tablets and cell phones. To access it, you will need a PC, Mac or a laptop with a webcam.

Yes, during the week prior to the beginning of the next term, we will offer a training session on how to use the Blackboard Learn platform to navigate and complete online courses. The training session is approximately 2 hours long.

Yes, once you had a successful admission, you will be able to start the enrollment validation process and pay. All online.

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