ACCOUNTING
ACC 100: BASIC ACCOUNTING--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces basic
accounting principles, including the accounting cycle, bookkeeping,
the debit-credit procedure, journals, ledgers and trial balances.
*ACC 101: ACCOUNTING
PRINCIPLES I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces basic
accounting procedures for analyzing, recording, and summarizing
financial transactions, adjusting and closing the financial records
at the end of the accounting cycle, and preparing financial
statements.
Prerequisite: ACC 100 or instructor permission
*ACC 102: ACCOUNTING
PRINCIPLES II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes managerial
accounting theory and practice in basic accounting and procedures
for cost accounting, budgeting, cost-volume analysis, and financial
statement analysis.
Prerequisite: ACC 101 or ACC 111 and 112 with grade of "C"
or better.
ACC 111: ACCOUNTING
CONCEPTS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
principles of the basic accounting functions-collecting, recording,
analyzing, and reporting information.
Prerequisite: ACC 100 or instructor permission
ACC 112: ORGANIZATIONAL
ACCOUNTING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of financial
accounting with specific emphasis on partnerships and the corporate
form of organization.
Prerequisite: ACC 101/111 with grade of "C" or better.
ACC 115: MANAGERIAL
ACCOUNTING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the types
and uses of internal accounting information for management
decision-making; including cost determination, cost control,
performance evaluation, and financial planning.
Prerequisite: ACC 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
ACC 120: FEDERAL INCOME
TAX--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the income
tax structure from the standpoint of the individual, partnership,
and corporation.
ACC 150: PAYROLL
ACCOUNTINGó3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces the major tasks
of payroll accounting, employment practices, federal, state, and
local governmental laws and regulations, internal controls, and
various forms and records.
ACC 230: COST ACCOUNTING
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
accounting principles involved in job order cost systems.
Prerequisite: ACC 101 or ACC 112 with grade of "C" or
better.
ACC 240: COMPUTERIZED
ACCOUNTING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of using the
computer to design and implement various accounting functions,
including financial transactions, records, statements, reports and
documents.
Prerequisite: ACC 101/111 with grade of "C" or better.
ALLIED HEALTH
*AHS 101: INTRO TO HEALTH
PROFESSION -2 Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course provides a study of the health
professions and the health care industry.
*AHS 102: MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY -3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers medical terms, including roots, prefixes, and
suffixes, with emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation.
*AHS 107: CLINICAL COMPUTATIONS -2
Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course is a study of the principles and applications of
computations used in the clinical setting.
Corequisite: PNR 110
ART
*ART 101: ART HISTORY AND
APPRECIATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is an introductory course to the
history and appreciation of art, including the elements and
principles of the visual arts.
ASTRONOMY
*AST 101: SOLAR SYSTEM
ASTRONOMY--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a descriptive survey of
the universe with emphasis on basic physical concepts and the
objects in the solar system. Related topics of current interest are
included in the course.
Prerequisite: MAT 102
*AST 102: STELLAR
ASTRONOMY--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a descriptive survey of
the universe with emphasis on basic physical concepts and galactic
and extra-galactic objects. Related topics of current interest are
included in the course.
Prerequisite: AST 101.
BIOLOGY
*BIO 101: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
I--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is the first of a sequence
introducing Biology. Topics include the scientific method, basic
biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell physiology, cell
reproduction and development, Mendelian genetics, population
genetics, natural selection, evolution, and ecology.
*BIO 102: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
II--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is a continuation of introductory
Biology which includes classification of organisms and structural
and functional considerations of all kingdoms (particularly major
phyla as well as viruses). Vertebrate animals and vascular plants
are emphasized.
BIO 112: BASIC ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY (3-3-4)
This course is a basic integrated
study of the structure and function of the human body. For Practical
Nursing students.
*BIO 210: ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY I--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is the first in a sequence of
courses, including an intensive coverage of the body as an
integrated whole. All body systems are studied.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or high school biology
*BIO 211: ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY II--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is a continuation of BIO 210
including intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All
body systems are studied.
Prerequisite: BIO 210 with grade of "C" or better.
BIO 225: MICROBIOLOGY--4
Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is a detailed study of
microbiology as it relates to infection and the disease processes of
the body. Topics include immunity, epidemiology, medically important
microorganisms, and diagnostic procedures for identification.
Prerequisite: BIO 210 or BIO 101 with grade of "C" or
better.
BUSINESS
BAF 101: PERSONAL FINANCE--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the practical
applications of concepts and techniques used in managing personal
finances. Major areas of study include financial planning,
budgeting, credit use, housing, insurance, investments, and
retirement planning.
BUS 101: INTRODUCTION TO
BUSINESS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the nature
of business activity in relation to the economic society, including
how a business is owned, organized, managed, and controlled.
BUS 105: BUSINESS ECONOMICS
APPLICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the practical
applications of economics used in marketing, retailing and
management and the study of supply/demand, market structure, price
regulations and trade.
BUS 121: BUSINESS LAW I--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of legal
procedures, law and society, classifications and systems of law, the
tribunals administering justice and their actions, contracts, sales,
transfer of titles, rights and duties of the parties, conditions,
and warranties.
BUS 123: BUSINESS LAW II--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of negotiable
instruments, law of property, acquisition and transfer of title,
bailments, duties and liabilities of common carriers, innkeepers,
warehousemen, and agencies.
BUS 124: BUSINESS LAW III--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
principal agent, employment relationships, partnerships, special
ventures, corporations, and law as related to real property.
BUS 130: BUSINESS
COMMUNICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the application of
communication skills to situations routinely encountered in business
environments.
Prerequisite: ENG 100 or higher with grade of "C" or
better.
BUS 140: BUSINESS
MATHEMATICS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course provides applications of
business mathematics in the study of discounting, marking up,
inventory and insurance. Other topics may include payrolls and
commission computations, introduction to stocks and bonds and other
accepted business practices.
Prerequisite: MAT 150 with grade of "C" or better or
equivalent placement score.
CHEMISTRY
CHM 100: INTRODUCTORY
CHEMISTRY--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4) Non-degree credit.
This is an introductory course in
general chemistry and principles of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on
mathematical solutions and laboratory techniques.
Prerequisite: MAT 150.
*CHM 110: COLLEGE CHEMISTRY
I--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is the first course in a sequence
which includes the following topics: atomic and molecular structure,
nomenclature and equations, properties, reactions and states of
matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, and equilibria.
Prerequisite: CHM 100 or recent chemistry with a "C" or
better, MAT 101 with a grade of "C" or better.
*CHM 111: COLLEGE CHEMISTRY
IIó4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a continuation of the
study of atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature and equations,
properties, reactions and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws,
solutions, and equilibria. Other topics included are kinetics,
thermodynamics, and electrochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHM 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
*CHM 112: COLLEGE CHEMISTRY
II--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a continuation of the
study of atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature and equations,
properties, reactions and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws,
solutions, and equilibria. Other topics included are organic
chemistry and biochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHM 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
COLLEGE
ORIENTATION
COL 101: COLLEGE
ORIENTATION--1 Credit Hour (1-0-1)
This course may include selected
topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management,
tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student
success.
COL 103: COLLEGE SKILLS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes selected topics
such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring,
group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success.
COMPUTER
TECHNOLOGY
CPT 101: INTRODUCTION TO
COMPUTERS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers basic computer
history, theory and applications, including word processing,
spreadsheets, data bases, and the operating system.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills or permission of
instructor.
CPT 114: COMPUTERS AND
PROGRAMMING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces computer
concepts and programming. Topics include basic concepts of computer
architecture, files, memory, and input/output devices. Programming
is done in a modern high-level procedural language.
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills or permission of
instructor.
CPT 115: COBOL PROGRAMMING
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces the nature and
use of the common business-oriented language-COBOL.
Prerequisite: CPT 114 with grade of "C" or better.
CPT 121: RPG PROGRAMMING I--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces the RPG programming language, emphasizing
the designing, coding, testing, and debugging of RPG programs.
CPT 168: PROGRAMMING LOGIC
AND DESIGNó3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course examines problem-solving
techniques applied to program design. Topics include a variety of
documentation techniques as means of solution presentation.
CPT 172: MICROCOMPUTER DATA
BASE--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces microcomputer
data base concepts, including generating reports from data bases,
creating, maintaining, and modifying data bases.
Prerequisite: CPT 101 or CPT 114 with grade of "C" or
better.
CPT 174: MICROCOMPUTER
SPREADSHEETS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces the use of
spreadsheet software on the microcomputer. Topics include creating,
editing, using formulas, using functions, and producing graphs.
Prerequisite: CPT 101 or CPT 114 with grade of "C" or
better.
CPT 212: VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING--3 Credit
Hours (3-0-3)
This course focuses on Windows programming
using Visual Basic to create graphical user interfaces. The course
examines forms, controls, graphical controls, loops, control arrays,
database and traditional file processing, and application class
scheduling.
Prerequisite: CPT 114 with grade of "C" or better.
CPT 215: COBOL PROGRAMMING
II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes file
maintenance and tables using advanced concepts in COBOL.
Prerequisite: CPT 115 with grade of "C" or better.
CPT 220: E-COMMERCE --3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of fundamental
computer and business concepts applied to the world of e-commerce.
Prerequisite: IST 226 with grade of "C" or better.
CPT 255: OPERATING SYSTEM
FUNDAMENTALS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course examines popular operating
systems of several different types of computers. Topics include
command languages, utility programs and screen design.
Prerequisite: CPT 101 or CPT 114 with grade of "C" or
better.
CPT 260: FUNDAMENTALS OF
OPERATING SYSTEMS AND WEB SERVERS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of operating techniques needed for
setting up and maintaining web servers.
Prerequisite: CPT 255 with grade of "C" or better.
CPT 264: SYSTEMS AND
PROCEDURES--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the techniques of
system analysis, design, development, and implementation.
Prerequisite: CPT 115 or CPT 121, with a grade of "C" or
better.
CPT 270: ADVANCED
MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes the integration
of popular microcomputer software packages using advanced concepts
in microcomputer applications software.
Prerequisite: CPT software course with grade of "C" or
better.
CPT 276: CPT INTERNSHIP--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an intensive application
development experience in an approved business setting.
Prerequisite: CPT 215
CRIMINAL
JUSTICE
CRJ 101: INTRODUCTION TO
CRIMINAL JUSTICE--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes an overview of
the functions and responsibilities of agencies involved in the
administration of justice to include police organizations, court
systems, correctional systems, and juvenile justice agencies.
CRJ 115: CRIMINAL LAW I--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the development of
criminal law in America. The basic elements of specific criminal
offenses, criminal defenses, and various legal principles upon which
criminal law is established are reviewed.
Prerequisite: CRJ 101 with grade of "C" or better.
CRJ 125: CRIMINOLOGY--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the various
theories of criminal causation and control, the identification of
criminal typologies, and the reaction of society to crime and
criminals.
CRJ 130: POLICE
ADMINISTRATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
organization, administration, and management of law enforcement
agencies.
CRJ 135: CORRECTIONAL
ADMINISTRATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
structure, organization, and management of adult and juvenile
correctional facilities.
EARLY
CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
ECD 101: INTRODUCTION TO
EARLY CHILDHOOD--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes an overview of
the history, theories and curriculum models of early education.
Emphasis is on current trends/issues, with a review of
state/national regulations. Characteristics of quality programs and
professional teachers are explored in this course.
ECD 102: GROWTH AND
DEVELOPMENT I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an extensive study of
philosophies and theories of growth and development of
infants/toddlers. Focus is on "total" development of the child with
emphasis on physical, social, emotional, cognitive and nutritional
areas. Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored
in the course.
ECD 105: GUIDANCE-CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an overview of
developmentally appropriate, effective guidance and classroom
management techniques for the teacher of young children. A positive
pro-active approach is stressed in the course.
ECD 107: EXCEPTIONAL
CHILDREN--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes an overview of
special-needs children and their families. Emphasis in on prevalence
of disorders, treatment modalities, community resources serving
exceptional children, the teacherís role in mainstreaming and early
identification, and on federal legislation affecting exceptional
children.
ECD 131: LANGUAGE ARTS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of methods and
materials in age-appropriate language experiences. Opportunities are
provided to develop listening, speaking, pre-reading and pre-writing
skills through planning, implementation, and evaluation of media,
methods, techniques and equipment. Methods of selection, evaluation
and presentation of children's literature are included.
Prerequisite: English Placement scores of 53 or higher or
ENG 031 with grade of "C" or better.
ECD 132: CREATIVE
EXPERIENCES--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
In this course, the importance of
creativity and independence in creative expression are stressed. A
variety of age-appropriate media, methods, techniques and equipment
are utilized. Students plan, implement and evaluate instructional
activities.
ECD 133: SCIENCE AND MATH
CONCEPTS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes an overview of
pre-number and science concepts developmentally appropriate for
young children. Emphasis is on the planning, implementation and
evaluation of developmentally appropriate activities utilizing a
variety of methods and materials.
Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra Placement score of 40 or higher
or MAT 031 with grade of "C" or better.
ECD 135: HEALTH, SAFETY AND
NUTRITION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers a review of
health/safety practices recommended for child care and includes
information on common disease and health problems. Certification
preparation is provided in pediatric safety, CPR and first aid.
Guidelines and information on nutrition and
developmentally-appropriate activities are also studied in the
course.
ECD 203: GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an in-depth study of preschool children growing
and developing in today's world. Focus is on "total" development of
the child with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, cognitive
and nutritional areas of development. Developmental tasks and
appropriate activities are explored in the course.
ECONOMICS
*ECO 210: MACROECONOMICS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the study of
fundamental principles and policies of a modern economy to include
markets and prices, national income accounting, cycles, employment
theory and fiscal policy, banking and monetary controls, and the
governmentís role in economic decisions and growth.
*ECO 211: MICROECONOMICS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the study of the
behavior of households and firms, including supply and demand,
elasticity, price/input in different market structures, pricing of
resources, regulations, and comparative advantage and trade.
ELECTRONICS
EEM 105: BASIC
ELECTRICITY--2 Credit Hours (1-3-2)
This course is a survey of basic
electrical principles, circuits, and measurements.
EEM 115: DC CIRCUITS--4
Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a study of the
characteristics of alternating current and voltage in resistors,
capacitors and inductors, series, parallel, and complex
circuits are covered. Circuits are constructed and tested.
EEM 116: AC CIRCUITS--4
Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a study of atomic
theory related to electronics and circuit theory. It covers
electrical parameters and units, OHMís law, Kirchhoffís voltage and
current laws, power, and energy. It also includes inductance,
capacitance, and DC instruments. Circuits are constructed and
tested.
Corequisite: MAT 155 or permission of instructor.
EEM 140: NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a study of the National
Electrical Code and is based on the latest codes as published by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
EEM 151: MOTOR CONTROLS I--4
Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is an introduction to
motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and
wiring used in industrial processes.
Prerequisite: EEM 105 or EEM 115
EEM 160: INDUSTRIAL
INSTRUMENTATION--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course covers the basic
principles of instrumentation, including a discussion of various
instruments employed in industrial applications.
EEM 165:
RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL WIRING--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course is a study of wiring
methods and practices used in residential and commercial
applications.
EEM 201: ELECTRONIC DEVICES
I--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a study of the
fundamental principles of common electronic devices and circuits.
Emphasis is placed on solid-state principles and applications.
Prerequisite: EEM 105 or EEM 115
EEM 202: ELECTRONIC DEVICES
II--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a continuation of the
study of electronic devices and circuits. Components and circuit
configurations are analyzed to achieve a more comprehensive coverage
of electronic devices and circuits.
Prerequisite: EEM 201.
EEM 231: DIGITAL CIRCUITS
I--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a study of the logic
elements, mathematics, components, and circuits utilized in digital
equipment. Emphasis is placed on the function and operation of
digital integrated circuit devices.
Prerequisite: EEM 201.
EEM 241: MICROPROCESSORS
I--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is an introduction to
basic microprocessor concepts such as microprocessor structure,
numbering systems, computer arithmetic, programming, architecture,
and basic interfacing techniques.
Prerequisite: EEM 201.
EEM 242: MICROPROCESSORS
II--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a continuation of the
study of microprocessor programming and interfacing techniques.
Prerequisite: EEM 241.
EEM 251: PROGRAMMABLE
CONTROLLERS--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is an introduction to
programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming
techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications
are covered.
Prerequisite: EEM 151.
EEM 252: PROGRAMMABLE
CONTROLLERS APPLICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course covers the application of
programmable controller theories and operation procedures. Topics
such as interfacing data manipulation and report generation are
covered. Programmable controller projects are constructed, operated,
and tested.
Prerequisite: EEM 251.
EEM 275: TECHNICAL
TROUBLESHOOTING--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course consists of a systematic
approach to troubleshooting. Techniques used to analyze proper
circuit operation and malfunctions are studied.
Prerequisite: EEM 117 or EEM 115 and EEM 116
EEM 276: APPLIED
TROUBLESHOOTING--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is an application of
electronic troubleshooting methods. The student analyzes,
troubleshoots, and repairs circuits.
Prerequisite: EEM 201.
ENGINEERING
GRAPHICS
EGT 106: PRINT READING AND
SKETCHING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the interpretation
of basic engineering drawings and sketching techniques for making
multi-view pictorial representations.
EGT 110: ENGINEERING
GRAPHICS I--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is an introductory course in
engineering graphics science which includes beginning drawing
techniques and development of skills to produce basic technical
drawings.
EGT 111: MECHANICAL DRAWING
I--2 Credit Hours (1-3-2)
This course is an introduction to the
principles and practices of mechanical drawing. Not for EGT majors.
Prerequisite: EGT 106 with a grade of "C" or better.
EGT 115: ENGINEERING
GRAPHICS II--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course in engineering graphics
science includes additional drawing techniques for industrial
applications.
Prerequisite: EGT 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
EGT 151: INTRODUCTION TO
CAD--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the operation of a
computer-aided drafting system. The course includes interaction with
a CAD station to produce technical drawings.
EGT 152: FUNDAMENTALS OF
CAD--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes a related series
of problems and exercises utilizing the computer graphics station as
a drafting tool.
Prerequisite: EGT 151 with a grade of "C" or better.
EGT 210: ENGINEERING
GRAPHICS III--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This advanced course in engineering
graphics science covers the production of technical working
drawings.
Prerequisite: EGT 115. with a grade of "C" or better.
EGT 251: PRINCIPLES OF
CAD--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the additional
use of CAD software for production of technical drawings and related
documentation.
Prerequisite: EGT 151 with a grade of "C" or better.
EGT 252: ADVANCED CAD--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes instruction in
advanced concepts of CAD software and applications.
Prerequisite: EGT 251 with a grade of "C" or better.
ENGLISH
ENG 031: ENGLISH
ESSENTIALS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
Intended for students who must develop
better English skills in order to be successful in a curriculum
program. Concentration is mainly on proper usage, grammar and
diction, punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure.
COMPASS: 15-52
ENG 100: INTRODUCTION TO
COMPOSITION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of basic
writing and different modes of composition and may include a review
of usage. This is a required course for students completing English
Essentials. Not for degree credit.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement scores (COMPASS: 53-67)
or satisfactory completion of English Essentials. RDG 031/100 may be
corequisite.
*ENG 101: ENGLISH
COMPOSITION I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is a college transfer course in
which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in
conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent
theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of
standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also
presented.
Prerequisite: Acceptable English placement scores
(COMPASS: 74-100) or ENG 100 with grade of "C" or better and
completion of RDG requirements.
*ENG 102: ENGLISH
COMPOSITION IIó3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is a college transfer course in
which the following topics are presented: development of writing
skills through logical organization, effective style, literary
analysis and research. An introduction to literary genre is also
included.
Prerequisite: ENG 101, with a grade of "C" or better.
ENG 155: COMMUNICATIONS I--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces the principles
of expository writing and public speaking through practice and
development of communication skills.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement scores (COMPASS:
68-100) or ENG 100 with grade of "C" or better and completion of RDG
requirements.
ENG 165: PROFESSIONAL
COMMUNICATIONS-3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course develops practical written
and oral professional communications skills.
Prerequisite: ENG 155 with a grade of "C" or better.
*ENG 201: AMERICAN
LITERATURE I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of American
literature from the colonial period to the Civil War.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
*ENG 202: AMERICAN
LITERATURE II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of American
literature from the Civil War to the present.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
*ENG 205: ENGLISH LITERATURE
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is a college transfer course in
which the following topics are presented: the study of English
literature from the Old English period to the Romantic period with
emphasis on major writers and periods.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
*ENG 206: ENGLISH LITERATURE
II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is a college transfer course in
which the following topics are presented: the study of English
literature from the Romantic period to the present with emphasis on
major writers and periods.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
*ENG 208: WORLD LITERATURE
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of masterpieces
of world literature in translation from the ancient world to the
sixteenth century.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
*ENG 209: WORLD LITERATURE
II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of masterpieces
of world literature in translation from the seventeenth century to
the present.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
ENG 226: THE MODERN NOVEL--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of selected
twentieth-century novels.
Prerequisite: ENG 102 with a grade of "C" or better.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
French, German or Spanish are
available via distance education. Advisors will provide specific
information.
GEOGRAPHY
GEO 102: WORLD GEOGRAPHY--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes a geographic
analysis of the regions of the world, I.E., North and South America,
Europe, Australia, and Africa. Diversity of each region is
emphasized by examining its physical environment, natural resources,
social, cultural, economic and political systems. This is a distance
learning teleclass received on NETC campus.
HISTORY
*HIS 101: WESTERN
CIVILIZATION TO 1689--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a survey of Western
civilization from ancient times to 1689, including the major
political, social, economic, and intellectual factors shaping
Western cultural tradition.
*HIS 102: WESTERN
CIVILIZATION POST 1689--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a survey of Western
civilization from 1689 to the present, including major political,
social, economic, and intellectual factors which shape the modern
Western world.
HIS 104: WORLD HISTORY I--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers world history from
prehistory to circa 1500 A.D., focusing on economic, social,
political, and cultural aspects of people before the onset of
western dominance and identifying major patterns and trends which
characterized the world in each era.
*HIS 201: AMERICAN HISTORY:
DISCOVERY TO 1877--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a survey of U.S.
history from discovery to 1877. This course includes political,
social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period.
*HIS 202: AMERICAN HISTORY:
1877 TO PRESENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a survey of U.S.
history from 1877 to the present. This course includes political,
social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period.
HUMANITIES
HSS 205: TECHNOLOGY AND
SOCIETY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an investigation of the
impact of the twentieth-century technological changes in America on
the individual, society, and the physical environments.
INDUSTRIAL
MANAGEMENT
IET 131: MOTION AND TIME
STUDY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the techniques of
motion, stopwatch, time study and work sampling. The study of the
principles of motion economy is included with the necessary
mathematics for work measurement.
IET 211: PRODUCTION PLANNING
AND CONTROL--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the nature
of production and inventory planning, scheduling, and control under
various types of manufacturing systems. It includes forecasting,
linear programming, network techniques, mrp, scheduling, and
economic lot sizing.
IET 229: STATISTICAL QUALITY
CONTROL--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes statistical
sampling plans, the nature of variation in industrial processes, and
the methods of statistically analyzing their variation. Quality
assurance functions, variable sampling, control charts for variable
and attributes are also topics covered in this course.
INDUSTRIAL
MAINTENANCE
IMT 101: INTRODUCTION TO
INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE--2 Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course is an introduction to industrial maintenance.
IMT 102: INDUSTRIAL
SAFETY--2 Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course covers safety awareness
and practices found in industry.
IMT 103: PRECISION MEASURING
INSTRUMENTS--2 Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course covers the use of various
precision measuring instruments commonly used in industry.
IMT 111: INDUSTRIAL TOOLS--5
Credit Hours (3-6-5)
This course covers the proper use of
hand and power tools. (IMT 112 Hand Tool Operationsó3 Credit Hours
plus IMT 113, Power Tool Operations-2 Credit Hours).
IMT 131: HYDRAULICS AND
PNEUMATICS--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This course covers the basic
technology and principles of hydraulics and pneumatics (IMT 132 plus
IMT 133).
IMT 161: MECHANICAL POWER
APPLICATIONS--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course covers mechanical
transmission devices, including procedures for installation,
removal, and maintenance.
INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
IST 201: CISCO
INTERNETWORKING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of CURRENT AND EMERGING COMPUTER
NETWORKING TECHNOLOGY. Topics covered include safety, networking,
network terminology and protocols, network standards, LANS, WANS,
OSI model, cabling, cabling tools, Cisco routers, router
programming, star topology, IP addressing and network standards.
Prerequisite: IST 220 with a "C" or better
IST 202: CISCO ROUTER
CONFIGURATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of
LANS, WANS, DSI models, Ethernet, Token Ring, Fiber Distributed Data
Interface, TCP/IP addressing protocol, dynamic routing, routing, and
the network administrator's role and function.
Prerequisite: IST 201 with a "C" or better
IST 203: ADVANCED CISCO ROUTER
CONFIGURATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of configuring Cisco routers.
Prerequisite: IST 202 with a "C" or better
IST 204: CISCO TROUBLESHOOTING--3 Credit
Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of troubleshooting Cisco routers.
Prerequisite: IST 203 with a "C" or better
IST 220: DATA
COMMUNICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
fundamentals of Data Communications, Basic signaling, networking,
and various transmission media are covered.
Prerequisite: CPT 114
IST 226: INTERNET
PROGRAMMING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers designing Internet
pages and applications for personal/business use, writing the
required program code in languages such as HTML, JAVA, and VRML,
testing and debugging programs, uploading and maintaining Internet
pages and application.
Prerequisite: CPT 114
IST 227: INTERNET OPERATIONS AND
MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the duties/responsibilities of an Intranet
Webmaster, appropriate hardware, software and telecommunications
technology, designing implementing and maintaining a web site, and
utilizing security mechanisms.
Prerequisite: CPT 114 with a "C" or better
IST 228: INTRANET OPERATIONS
AND MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the duties and
responsibilities of an Intranet WebMaster, selecting appropriate
hardware, software and telecommunications technology, designing,
implementing and maintaining an Intranet site, describing issues
relating to interconnection of Internet to an Intranet, and
utilizing security mechanisms.
Prerequisite: IST 226
IST 237: INTERMEDIATE WEBSITE DESIGN--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of server-side (CGI; Dynamic HTML) and
client-side (Javascript) dynamic web design, including the
incorporation of database applications and content into web pages.
Prerequisite: CPT 114 with a "C" or better
IST 238: ADVANCED TOOLS FOR
WEBSITE DESIGN--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of an advanced (4th generation) web
authoring tool (such as Dreamweaver) to develop increased efficiency
and sophistication in website design and web project management.
Prerequisite: IST 237 with a "C" or better
IST 251: LAN NETWORKING
TECHNOLOGY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course provides software-specific
concepts of Local Area Network (LAN) communications, networking, and
connectivity.
Prerequisite: IST 220
IST 252: LAN SYSTEM
MANAGER--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the fundamental
skills needed to effectively manage a Local Area Network (LAN) from
introductory to advanced.
Prerequisite: IST 251
IST 253: LAN SERVICE AND
SUPPORT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course focuses on installing,
maintaining and troubleshooting Local Area Networks in a lab
environment.
Prerequisite: IST 252
MATH
MAT 032: DEVELOPMENTAL MATH
(3-0-3)
Developmental mathematics is intended
for students who need assistance in basic arithmetic skills. Based
on assessment of student needs, instruction includes performing the
four arithmetic operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimal
percents, and an introduction to measurement, algebraic, and
geometric concepts. Word problem skills are emphasized.
COMPASS: Pre-Algebra 22-39.
MAT 150: FUNDAMENTALS OF
MATH--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: elementary number theory, basic algebra and geometry,
English and SI measurements, ratio and proportion, statistics, and
graph interpretation.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement scores (COMPASS:
Pre-Algebra 40-100)) or MAT 032 with grade of "C" or better.
MAT 101: BEGINNING
ALGEBRA--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: operations with signed numbers; addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division with algebraic expressions; factoring;
techniques for solving linear and fractional equations; and an
introduction to graphing.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score (COMPASS: Algebra
28-36)) or MAT 150 with grade of "C" or better.
MAT 102: INTERMEDIATE
ALGEBRA--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: properties of numbers; fundamental operations with algebraic
expressions; polynomials; systems of equations; ratio and
proportion; factoring; functions; graphs; solutions of linear
inequalities; and linear and quadratic equations.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score (COMPASS:
Algebra 37-68) or MAT 101 with grade of "C" or better.
MAT 104: MATHEMATICS
FOUNDATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the study of numeration, measurement (US
customary and SI), basic algebra, geometry, statistics and
trigonometry. Applications of science and technology are integrated
in a problem-based learning environment, technology, communications,
teamwork, and other workplace readiness skills are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score (COMPASS:
Algebra 37-68) or MAT 101 with a grade of "C" or better.
*MAT 110: COLLEGE ALGEBRA--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential
functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities;
matrices; determinants; simple linear programming; solutions of
higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the
binomial theorem; and introduction to probability.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score (COMPASS: Algebra
69-100) or MAT 102 with grade of "C" or better.
*MAT 111: COLLEGE
TRIGONOMETRY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: circular functions; trigonometric identities; solution of
right and oblique triangles; solution of trigonometric equations;
polar coordinates; complex numbers, including Demoivreís theorem;
vectors; conic sections; sequences; and series.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score or MAT 110 with
grade of "C" or better.
*MAT 120: PROBABILITY AND
STATISTICS-- Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: introductory probability and statistics, including
organization of data, sample space concepts, random variables,
counting problems, binomial and normal distributions, central limit
theorem, confidence intervals, and test hypothesis for large and
small samples; type I and ii errors; linear regression; and
correlation.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement scores (COMPASS:
Algebra 69-100) or MAT 102 or MAT 122 with grade of "C" or better.
*MAT 122: FINITE COLLEGE
MATHEMATICS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: logic; sets; Venn diagrams; counting problems; probability;
matrices; systems of equations; linear programming, including the
simplex method and applications; graphs; and networks.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement scores (COMPASS:
Algebra 69-100) or MAT 101 with grade of "C" or better.
*MAT 130: ELEMENTARY
CALCULUS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: differentiation and integration of polynomials; rational,
logarithmic, and exponential functions; and interpretation and
application of these processes.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement scores (COMPASS:
College Algebra 57-100) or MAT 110 with grade of "C" or better.
*MAT 140: ANALYTICAL
GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS I--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This course includes the following
topics: derivatives and integrals of polynomials; rational,
logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric, and inverse trigonometric
functions; curve sketching; maxima and minima of functions; related
rates; work; and analytic geometry.
Prerequisite: MAT 110 with a grade of "C" or higher.
*MAT 141: ANALYTICAL
GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS II--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This course includes the following
topics: continuation of calculus of one variable, including analytic
geometry, techniques of integration, volumes by integration, and
other applications; infinite series, including Taylor series and
improper integrals.
Prerequisite: MAT 140 with a grade of "C" or higher.
MAT 155: CONTEMPORARY
MATHEMATICS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes techniques and
applications of the following topics: elementary number theory;
algebra; geometry; measurement; graph sketching and interpretations;
and descriptive statistics.
Prerequisite: Acceptable placement score (COMPASS: Algebra
28-100) or MAT 150 with grade of "C" or better.
MAT 168: GEOMETRY AND
TRIGONOMETRY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: points, lines, angles, and angle measure; triangles;
polygons; circles; geometric solids; trigonometric solution of
triangles; graph of the sine function; and vectors. This course is
available as a telecourse or traditional class.
Prerequisite: MAT 155 with grade of "C" or better.
MAT 211: MATH FOR ELEMENTARY
EDUCATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: logic, set theory, properties of and operations on counting
numbers, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers.
Prerequisite: MAT 102 with grade of "C" or better or
COMPASS: Algebra 69-100.
MAT 212: MATH FOR ELEMENTARY
EDUCATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: basic algebra, introductory geometry, probability, and
statistics.
Prerequisite: MAT 102 with grade of "C" or better or
COMPASS: Algebra 69-100.
MAT 215: GEOMETRY--3 Credit
Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics: Euclidean geometry of points, lines, triangles, circles, and
polygons; right triangle trigonometry; and analytical geometry of
the straight line.
Prerequisite: MAT 102 with grade of "C" or better or
COMPASS: Algebra 69-100).
MAT 240: ANALYTICAL GEOMETRY
AND CALCULUS III--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This course includes the following topics: multivariable
calculus, including vectors; partial derivatives and their
applications to maximum and minimum problems with and without
constraints; line integrals; multiple integrals in rectangular and
other coordinates; and Stokes' and Green's theorems.
Prerequisite: MAT 141 with grade of "C" or better.
MANAGEMENT
MGT 101: PRINCIPLES OF
MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of management
theories, emphasizing the management functions of planning, decision
making, organizing, leading, and controlling.
MGT 110: OFFICE
MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of various
approaches to office organization and management, personnel
selection and training, and ergonomics in the modern office.
MGT 120: SMALL BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of small
business management and organization, forms of ownership, and the
process of starting a new business.
MGT 150: FUNDAMENTALS OF
SUPERVISION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of supervisory
principles and techniques required to effectively manage human
resources in an organization. First-line management is emphasized.
MGT 201: HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of personnel
administration functions within a business organization. Major areas
of study include job analysis; recruitment, selection and assessment
of personnel; and wage, salary and benefit administration.
MGT 255: ORGANIZATIONAL
BEHAVIOR--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of effective
individual and group behavior in an organization to maximize
productivity, and psychological and social satisfaction.
MARKETING
MKT 101: MARKETING--3 Credit
Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers an introduction to
the field of marketing with a detailed study of the marketing
concept and the processes of product development, pricing,
promotion, and marketing distribution.
MKT 110: RETAILING--3 Credit
Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
importance of retailing in American business and covers the concepts
of store location, layout, merchandising, display, pricing,
inventory control, promotional programs and profit management.
MKT 120: SALES PRINCIPLES--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the personal
selling process with special emphasis on determining customer needs
and developing effective communications and presentation skills.
MKT 240: ADVERTISING--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the role of
advertising in the marketing of goods and service, including types
of advertising, media, how advertising is created, agency functions,
and regulatory aspects of advertising.
MACHINE TOOL
MTT 101: INTRODUCTION TO
MACHINE TOOL--2 Credit Hours (1-3-2)
This course covers the basics in
measuring tools, layout tools, bench tools and basic operations of
lathes, mills, and drill presses.
MTT 105: MACHINE TOOL MATH
APPLICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of shop math relevant to the machine tool
trade.
MTT 112: MACHINE TOOL THEORY
AND PRACTICE --5 Credit Hours (3-6-5)
This course is a combination of the
basic theory and operation of machine shop equipment.
MTT 121: MACHINE TOOL THEORY
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the principles
involved in the production of precision metal parts.
MTT 122: MACHINE TOOL
PRACTICE I--4 Credit Hours (0-12-4)
This course covers practical
experiences using the principles in Machine Tool Theory I.
Prerequisite: MTT 121.
MTT 123: MACHINE TOOL THEORY
II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the principles
involved in machining parts using machine tools, including lathes,
mills, drill presses, jig bores, and the attachments for each.
Prerequisite: MTT 121
MTT 124: MACHINE TOOL PRACTICE II--4 Credit
Hours (0-12-4)
This course covers the practical application
of the principles in Machine Tool Theory II.
Prerequisite: MTT 123.
MTT 126: MACHINE TOOL
PRACTICE III--4 Credit Hours (1-9-4)
This course covers the practical
application of the principles in Machine Tool Theory III.
Prerequisite: MTT 124.
MTT 141: METALS AND HEAT
TREATMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
properties, characteristics, and heat treatment procedures of
metals.
MTT 147: TOOL AND CUTTER
GRINDING - 2 Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course covers theoretical and
practical training in cutting tools, cutting tool angles, the
mechanics of material removal, and the operations of tool and cutter
grinding equipment.
MTT 211: DIE THEORY - 3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of die
components as they relate to the complete die.
Prerequisite: MTT 124, MTT 141 and MAT 168.
MTT 231: TOOL AND DIEMAKING
I--5 Credit Hours (2-9-5)
This course covers the manufacture and
use of a simple blanking or piercing die or tools.
Prerequisite: MTT 126 and MTT 211.
MTT 232: TOOL AND DIEMAKING
II--5 Credit Hours (2-9-5)
This course covers the manufacture and
use of a compound die or tools.
Prerequisite: MTT 231.
MTT 233: TOOL AND DIEMAKING
III--5 Credit Hours (2-9-5)
This course covers the manufacture and
use of a progressive die or tools.
Prerequisite: MTT 232.
MTT 241: JIGS AND FIXTURES
I--2 Credit Hours (0-6-2)
This course includes the theory
necessary to design working prints of simple jigs and fixtures.
Prerequisite: EGT 111 and MTT 124.
MTT 242: JIGS AND FIXTURES
II--2 Credit Hours (0-6-2)
This course includes the theory
necessary to design a complex jig or fixture for piece part
production.
Prerequisite: MTT 241.
MTT 251: CNC OPERATIONS--3
Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a study of CNC machine
controls, setting tools, and machine limits, and capabilities.
Prerequisite: EGT 111, MAT 168 and MTT 124.
MTT 252: CNC SETUP AND
OPERATIONS--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course covers CNC setup and
operations.
Prerequisite: MTT 251.
MTT 253: CNC PROGRAMMING AND
OPERATION--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a study of the
planning, programming, selecting tooling, determining speeds and
feeds, setting up, operating, and testing of CNC programs on CNC
machines.
Prerequisite: MTT diploma or instructor permission.
MTT 254: CNC PROGRAMMING
I--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course is a study of CNC
programming, including machine language and computer-assisted
programming.
Prerequisite: MTT 251 or MTT 253.
MTT 255: CNC PROGRAMMING
II--3 Credit Hours (2-3-3)
This course includes CNC programming
with simulated production conditions.
Prerequisite: MTT 254.
MUSIC
*MUS 105: MUSIC
APPRECIATION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an introduction to the
study of music with focus on the elements of music and their
relationships, the musical characteristics of representative works
and composers, common musical forms and genres of various western
and non-western historical style periods, and appropriate listening
experiences.
OFFICE
SYSTEMS
OST 100: INTRODUCTION TO
KEYBOARDING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
OST 105: KEYBOARDING--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course focuses on the mastery of
keyboarding and formatting principles.
OST 106: KEYBOARDING LAB--1
Credit Hours (0-3-1)
This lab focuses on improving
keyboarding speed and accuracy. This course is designed to teach
microcomputer keyboarding to the beginner, using computer assisted
instruction, and covers the traditional keyboard as well as the
ten-key numeric keyboard.
OST 110: DOCUMENT
FORMATTING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes speed,
accuracy, and development of document-formatting skills using
keyboarding competencies.
Prerequisite: OST 100, OST 105 or demonstrated knowledge
of keyboarding.
OST 115: MEDICAL OFFICE
TERMINOLOGY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of root
derivations of terms and terminology for the medical office.
OST 121: MACHINE
TRANSCRIPTION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course provides experience in
transcribing documents from dictation equipment. Emphasis is placed
on development of accuracy, effective listening techniques, and
proper punctuation of business documents.
Prerequisite: OST 110 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 122: MEDICAL MACHINE
TRANSCRIPTION I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course provides experience in
transcribing medical documents from dictation equipment.
Prerequisite: OST 105 and 165 or 167 with grade of "C" or
better.
OST 131: SHORTHAND I--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is an introductory course to the
basic principles of shorthand. Emphasis is placed on shorthand
techniques, legibility, and mastery of the basic vocabulary.
Dictation and transcription of familiar material are included. The
form of shorthand in this course is Speedwriting, an alphabetic
shorthand.
Prerequisite: OST 110 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 132: SHORTHAND II--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes dictation and
transcription of familiar and unfamiliar material. The form of
shorthand in this course is Speedwriting, an alphabetic shorthand.
Prerequisite: OST 131 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 134: OFFICE
COMMUNICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course develops proficiency in
proofreading and other specialized applications of communications in
the office environment.
Prerequisite: ENG 155 or permission of instructor.
OST 136: BUSINESS RECORDS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the development and
maintenance of a variety of business records.
OST 141: OFFICE PROCEDURES
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is an introductory course to a
variety of office procedures and tasks using business equipment,
systems and procedures.
Prerequisite: OST 110 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 142: OFFICE PROCEDURES
II--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the application of
office procedures necessary to perform effectively and efficiently
in the office environment.
Prerequisite: OST 141 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 164: MEDICAL INFORMATION
PROCESSING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes development of
proficiency in producing medical documents typical of those used in
health care settings.
Prerequisite: OST 105 and 165 or 167 with grade of "C" or
better.
OST 165: INFORMATION
PROCESSING SOFTWARE--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes applications of
information processing software. Emphasis is placed on functions for
acceptable document formatting and processing.
Prerequisite: OST 100 or OST 105 with grade of "C" or
better.
OST 167: INFORMATION
PROCESSING APPLICATIONS--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes applications
and features of information processing software.
Prerequisite: OST 100 or OST 105 with grade of "C" or
better.
OST 210: DOCUMENT
PRODUCTION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes the production
of documents found in typical business offices. The major focus is
on productivity and excellence in document production.
Prerequisite: OST 110 and OST 267
OST 211: ADVANCED DOCUMENT
PRODUCTION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the production of
specialized documents found in business offices. Emphasis is placed
on productivity and excellence in document production.
Prerequisite: OST 210 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 221: ADVANCED MACHINE
TRANSCRIPTION--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes accuracy and
speed development in transcribing business applications from
dictation equipment.
Prerequisite: OST 121 with grade of "C" or better.
OST 252: MEDICAL SYSTEMS AND
PROCEDURES--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes development of
proficiency in integrating skills commonly performed in medical
offices.
Prerequisite: OST 105, 115 and 165/167 with a "C" or
better.
OST 267: INTEGRATED
INFORMATION PROCESSING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course covers the application of
integrated computer software.
Prerequisite: OST 100 or 105 with a "C" or better.
PHILOSOPHY
*PHI 101: INTRODUCTION TO
PHILOSOPHY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes a topical survey
of the three main branches of philosophy: epistemology, metaphysics,
and ethics, and the contemporary questions related to these fields.
PHYSICAL
SCIENCE
PHS 101: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
I--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is the first of a sequence of
courses in physical science and includes an introduction to science
with emphasis on science terminology and investigations of the
physical world. Topics are selected from astronomy, chemistry,
geology, and physics.
Prerequisite: MAT 101.
PHS 102: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
II--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This is a continuation of the
introduction to science with emphasis on science terminology and
investigations of the physical world. Topics are selected from
astronomy, chemistry, geology, and physics.
Prerequisite: PHS 101, Corequisite: MAT 102.
PHS 111: CONCEPTUAL PHYSICS
I--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an introduction to the
mechanical concepts of distance, time, mass, force, energy, and
power.
Prerequisite: MAT 155 with grade of "C" or better.
POLITICAL
SCIENCE/GOVERNMENT
*PSC 201: AMERICAN
GOVERNMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of national
governmental institutions with emphasis on the constitution, the
functions of executive, legislative and judicial branches, civil
liberties and the role of the electorate.
*PSC 215: STATE AND LOCAL
GOVERNMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of state,
county, and municipal government systems, including
interrelationships between these systems and within the federal
government.
PRACTICAL
NURSING
PNR 110: FUNDAMENTALS OF
NURSING--5 Credit Hours (4-3-5)
This course provides an introduction
to basic principles and beginning skills necessary to the nursing
process. Concepts are integrated relating to physiological and
psychosocial needs of the individual, legal and ethical roles of the
practical nurse are emphasized.
PNR 122: PHARMACOLOGY--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This is an introductory course to the
concepts of pharmacology and medication administration. Emphasis is
on calculation of dosages, administration of medications, and
correct use of abbreviations. Effects of specific drugs are
presented.
Prerequisite: PNR 123 with a grade of "C" or better.
PNR 123: MEDICAL SURGICAL
NURSING I--4 Credit Hours (2-6-4)
This course is a beginning study
utilizing the nursing process. Concepts include physiological,
psychosocial, nutritional and health and safety needs of the adult.
Clinical experiences address selected commonly occurring health
problems having predictable outcomes.
Prerequisite: PNR 110 with a grade of "C" or better.
PNR 130: MEDICAL SURGICAL
NURSING II--5 Credit Hours (3-6-5)
This course is a continuation of the
study of the nursing process.
Prerequisite: PNR 120 with a grade of "C" or better.
PNR 140: MEDICAL SURGICAL
NURSING III--5 Credit Hours (3-6-5)
This course is a continuation of the
study of the nursing process.
Prerequisite: PNR 130 with a grade of "C" or better.
PNR 154:
MATERNAL/INFANT/CHILD--5 Credit Hours (3-6-5)
This course is a study utilizing the
nursing process and integrating pediatrics to meet the needs of the
child-bearing family. Clinical experiences address the care of the
mother, newborn, and the care of the child with commonly occurring
illnesses.
Prerequisite: PNR 130 and 122 with a grade of "C" or
better.
PNR 170: NURSING OF OLDER
ADULTS--2 Credit Hours (2-0-2)
This course is a study utilizing the
nursing process. Concepts include physiological, psychosocial,
nutritional and health and safety needs of the older patient.
Prerequisite: PNR 130 and 122 with a grade of "C" or
better.
PNR 175: PRACTICAL NURSING
SKILLS--4 Credit Hours (3-3-4)
This course provides refinement of
skills used in the nursing process. Organizational skills, legal and
ethical aspects of practical nursing, and career opportunities are
emphasized.
Prerequisite: PNR 123 with a grade of "C" or better.
PSYCHOLOGY
PSY 103: HUMAN RELATIONS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of human
relations, including the dynamics of behavior, interrelationships,
and personality as applied in everyday life; includes human
relations in organizations and skills for the workplace.
*PSY 201: GENERAL
PSYCHOLOGY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the following
topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method,
biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning
memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic
techniques, and social psychology. This is available as a telecourse
or traditional class.
PSY 203: HUMAN GROWTH AND
DEVELOPMENT--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the
physical, cognitive, and social factors affecting human growth,
development, and potential.
PSY 212: ABNORMAL
PSYCHOLOGY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of the nature
and development of behavioral disorders, including the investigation
of contemporary treatment procedures.
READING
RDG 031: READING ESSENTIALS
(3-0-3)
Developmental Reading is intended for
students who need improvement in basic reading skills. Based on
assessment of student needs, instruction includes vocabulary,
comprehension, use of reference materials, and an introduction to
analysis of literature. Non-degree credit.
Prerequisite: COMPASS: 43-65
RDG 100: CRITICAL READING
(3-0-3)
This course covers the application of
basic reading skills to improve critical comprehension higher order
thinking skills.
Prerequisite: COMPASS: 66-80 or RDG 031 with a grade of
"C" or better.
SOCIOLOGY
*SOC 101: INTRODUCTION TO
SOCIOLOGY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course emphasizes the fundamental
concepts and principles of sociology, including culture,
socialization, interaction, social groups and stratification,
effects of population growth, and technology in society and social
institutions.
*SOC 102: MARRIAGE AND THE
FAMILY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course introduces the
institutions of marriage and the family from a sociological
perspective. Significant forms and structures of family groups are
studied in relation to current trends and social change.
*SOC 205: SOCIAL PROBLEMS--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a survey of current
social problems in America, stressing the importance of social
change and conflicts as they influence perceptions, definitions,
etiology, and possible solutions.
SOC 101 recommended as prerequisite.
*SOC 206: SOCIAL
PSYCHOLOGY--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course examines the behaviors of
individuals in interaction in terms of the personality system
(attitudes, needs, traits, feelings, learning, and perception), the
social system (relations between/among persons), and the cultural
system (agreed-upon ideas about the social and non-social world).
SPANISH
*SPA 101: ELEMENTARY SPANISH
I--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This course is a study of the four
basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing,
including an introduction to the Spanish culture. This is a distance
learning teleclass.
*SPA 102: ELEMENTARY SPANISH
II--4 Credit Hours (4-0-4)
This course continues development of
the basic language skills and the study of the Spanish culture. This
is a distance learning class.
SPEECH
SPC 105: EFFECTIVE
SPEAKING--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is a study of oral
communication in professional and social environments.
Prerequisite: ENG 155 with grade of "C" or better.
*SPC 205: PUBLIC SPEAKING--3
Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course is an introduction to
principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills.
For Transfer.
Prerequisite: ENG 101 with grade of "C" or better.
THEATRE
THE 101: INTRODUCTION TO
THEATRE--3 Credit Hours (3-0-3)
This course includes the appreciation
and analysis of theatrical literature, history, and production.
WELDING
WLD 102: INTRODUCTION TO
WELDING--2 Credit Hours (1-3-2)
This course covers the principles of
welding, cutting, and basic procedures for safety in using welding
equipment.
WLD 103: PRINT READING I--1
Credit Hour (0-3-1)
This is a basic course which includes
the fundamentals of print reading, the meaning of lines, views,
dimensions, notes, specifications, and structural shapes. Welding
symbols and assembly drawings as used in fabrication work are also
covered.
WLD 104: GAS WELDING AND
CUTTING--2 Credit Hours (1-3-2)
This course covers gas welding,
brazing, soldering, and cutting of metals.
WLD 106: GAS AND ARC
WELDING--4 Credit Hours (2-6-4)
This course covers the basic
principles and practices of oxyacetylene welding, cutting, and
electric arc welding. Emphasis is placed on practice in fundamental
position welding and safety procedures.
WLD 111: ARC WELDING I--4
Credit Hours (2-6-4)
This course covers the safety,
equipment, and skills used in the shielded metal arc welding
process. Fillet welds are made to visual criteria in several
positions.
WLD 113: ARC WELDING II--4
Credit Hours (2-6-4)
This course is a study of arc welding
of ferrous and/or non-ferrous metals.
Prerequisite: WLD 111 or permission of instructor.
WLD 115: ARC WELDING III--4
Credit Hours (2-6-4)
This course covers the techniques used
in preparation for structural plate testing according to appropriate
standards.
Prerequisite: WLD 113 or permission of instructor.
WLD 132: INERT GAS WELDING
FERROUS--4 Credit Hours (2-6-4)
This course covers set-up and
adjustment of equipment and fundamental techniques for welding
ferrous metals.
WLD 134: INERT GAS WELDING
NON-FERROUS--3 Credit Hours (1-6-3)
This course covers fundamental
techniques for welding non-ferrous metals. |
