2016-2017 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    May 15, 2024  
2016-2017 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


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Behavioral Health Support

  
  • BHS-250 Chronic Health Care Issues


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course presents the pathophysiology and treatment of chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and various other common disease. Unique patient groups in relation to specific disability, disease, and/or restrictive issues are identified as well as typical medication and treatment protocols. Prerequisite(s): BHS 200  
  
  • BHS-260 Family and Youth Issues


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 2
    This course will examine family dynamics and problem patterns within the family unit. Family and youth interventions and problem prevention will be addressed. The Community Support role in family intervention is explored. Prerequisite(s): BHS 200  and grade of “C” or better in COM 200 .
  
  • BHS-270 Crisis Intervention


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course examines techniques of working with others for collaboration, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and de-escalation. Listening and responding skills will be practiced along with developing skills to manage the dynamic differences presented by the clients and the communities served. Challenging client issues will be presented and resolutions examined. Prerequisite(s): BHS 200  
  
  • BHS-280 Evidence Based Treatment


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 4
    This course will introduce students to cognitive behavioral therapy, parent management training, parent -child interaction therapy, and other evidence based practices. The types of medications commonly prescribed for emotional, personality, and physical disorders will be identified along with the requirements of administering and observing self-administration of medications. Prerequisite(s): BHS 200  and a grade of “C” or better in PSY 285 .
  
  • BHS-291 Field Practicum I


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Practicum 3
    Course is a field placement designed to provide a student with 90 hours of observation and practical experience in a behavioral health community center or similar service agency or provider. Classroom time will compare and contrast how various populations are being served and how agencies collaborate and integrate services to meet client needs. Passing a background check and drug test is required for this course. Prerequisite(s): BHS 200  and a grade of “C” or better in ENG 101 .
  
  • BHS-292 Field Practicum II


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Practicum 6
    This course provides students with 135 hours of practical experience in Behavioral Health Centers. Students participate in intake, assessment and treatment planning and learn how to conduct functional behavioral interventions plans and make informed decisions when working with clients having behavioral health issues. Prerequisite(s): BHS 291  
  
  • BHS-293 Field Practicum III


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Practicum 6
    Course provides student with 135 hours of practical experience in Community Behavioral Health Centers and other community service agencies. Students will gain experience working with a variety of client populations facing a variety of behavioral issues. They will gain experience in how agencies coordinate and integrate treatment and how a comprehensive individualized treatment plan is developed. Prerequisite(s): BHS 292  

Biological Clinical Science

  
  • BCS-102 Intro to Bioclinical Science


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course is designed to give students with a limited science background an introduction to the Biological Clinical Sciences. This course will review basic concepts in science study skills, biology, chemistry and anatomy and physiology. An introduction of lab techniques will be given.
  
  • BCS-110 Principle of Bioclinical Science


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This is an introductory biology course with examples in human biology and biotechnology. This course prepares students for further study in the bioclinical sciences and is designed for students planning to take further course work in BCS, such as an A.S. in BCS degree seekers or Allied Health programs. The laboratory prepares students for further study in the Allied Health Biology areas.
  
  • BCS-115 Survey of A & P


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course is a survey of the structures and functions of the human body. Students will study both the anatomy and physiology of the human body.
  
  • BCS-132 Allied Health Nutrition


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course is a survey of human nutrition for Pre-Allied Health majors. Students will study the different nutrients found in food, food grouping systems, the human digestive system, body weight maintenances, immunity and disease prevention, nutrition through lifespan, and food processing technology. Students will also study the different dietary requirements for disease treatment.
  
  • BCS-145 Anatomy and Physiology I


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This course is the first in a two-semester sequence. The course introduces the survey of structures and functions of the human body. This course covers the following topics: biological chemistry, homeostasis, cell structure and function, cell division, tissues, integumentary system (skin), skeletal system and muscle structure.
  
  • BCS-146 Anatomy and Physiology II


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This is the second course in the two-semester sequence to follow BCS 145 . This course will provide further study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics will include the following body systems: nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, immune and digestive. Laboratory activities will give students the ability to see and synthesize materials presented in lecture. A cat cadaver will be dissected. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BCS 145 .
  
  • BCS-165 Human Anatomy


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    Microscopic and macroscopic examination of the human body structures and systems are the focus of this course. Students evaluate the integration of the various systems within the entire body. The laboratory provides an opportunity for identification and evaluation of representative human models and slides and dissection of comparable mammalian organ systems.
  
  • BCS-200 Microbiology


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This course entails a study of the structure, growth, control, classification and identification of microorganisms. In the laboratory students learn basic aseptic techniques and become familiar with common laboratory procedures. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BIO 160 , BCS 115 , BCS 146  or BCS 205 . Concurrent enrollment in BCS 146  or BCS 205  is allowed.
  
  • BCS-205 Human Physiology


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This course examines the organization and function of the human body as a whole and the interrelationships of the various systems. The laboratory teaches the fundamental techniques necessary for the study of life processes. Laboratory activities give the students an opportunity to illustrate principles presented in lecture. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BCS 165  and a grade of “C” or better in CHM 101 .
  
  • BCS-210 Pathophysiology


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This survey course studies the changes in normal anatomy and physiology of the human body. Disease processes are studied and the disruption of homeostasis is emphasized. Also included is the correlation between the pathology of the disease process and clinical signs and symptoms of the disease. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BCS 115 , BCS 146  or BCS 205 .

Biology

  
  • BIO-100 Life Science


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This course covers a study of the biological principles that apply to all living systems. A survey of living organisms with an emphasis on how life functions on earth and how living things have adapted over time is explored. Laboratory activities give students the opportunity to apply biological principles presented in lecture.
  
  • BIO-105 Environmental Science


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This course provides a study of how human population affects the earth’s ecosystems by its use of earth’s resources and disposal of their waste products. Critical thinking is emphasized.
  
  • BIO-135 Nutrition for Living


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course is a survey of human nutrition. Students will study the different nutrients found in foods, food grouping systems, the human digestive system, body weight maintenance, immunity and disease prevention, nutrition throughout the lifespan and food processing technology.
  
  • BIO-142 Essential Biology


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides a study of the biological principles that apply to all living systems, including ecological principles. In addition, this course provides a survey of living organisms with an emphasis on how life functions on Earth and how living things have adapted over time. Prerequisite(s): BCS 115 , or BCS 145  or BCS 165 .
  
  • BIO-160 General Biology I


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 3
    This course is an introductory biology course for biology majors and minors. It provides an introduction to the concepts of biological structure and function at the molecular and cellular level, genetics and evolution. Students have the opportunity to demonstrate in the laboratory the principles presented in lecture.
  
  • BIO-170 General Biology II


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 3
    This is the second half of a two-semester biology sequence. This course introduces the student to the biology of organisms, including evolutionary history, diversity, structure and function of major taxa and ecology. Laboratory work gives students an opportunity to illustrate the principles presented in lecture. Laboratory activities include computer simulations of complex systems and dissection of different organisms.
  
  • BIO-250 Genetics


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 3
    This course is an introduction to basic concepts of molecular, Mendelian genetics and an inquiry into the basic processes of evolution. Basic laboratory techniques in genetics are performed. Prerequisite(s): BIO 160  and grade of “C” or better in MTH 110 .
  
  • BIO-275 Environmental Biology


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 3
    This course studies basic ecological principles with application and relevance to environmental issues. Students have the opportunity in the laboratory to demonstrate principles presented in lecture. Prerequisite(s): BIO 160  or BIO 170 .
  
  • BIO-290 Co-Operative Ed/Intern


    Credits: Variable
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 3
    This course provides students with supervised work experience in the major discipline, which allows the student the opportunity to make practical application of the skills and knowledge attained. An individual application and instructional management plan determines course goals. Prerequisite(s): Complete 30 credit hours or more and permission of department chair.
  
  • BIO-292 General Microbiology


    Credits: 5
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 4
    The structure and function of bacteria, viruses and fungi are studied. The diversity of the microbial world and their role in the environment are also explored. Students master basic laboratory techniques in microbiology and have an opportunity to perform some of the more advanced molecular techniques. Prerequisite(s): BIO 250 .

Business and Marketing

  
  • BUS-100 Service Learning in Business


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lec 1
    Students will broaden their educational experiences by being actively involved in the following student organization: Enactus. In addition to meeting once a week as a class, students will also be required to attend the regularly scheduled meetings of their student organization. A student may enroll in this course one or more semesters and receive 1 credit hour for each semester enrolled up to a maximum of 4 semester credit hours.
  
  • BUS-101 Microcomputer Keyboarding


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lab 2
    This course is designed to help students master the touch method and proper techniques for accurate use of the microcomputer and numeric keypad. Formatting of basic business documents will be provided. These skills will be valuable for all students, business persons and home-computer users.
  
  • BUS-105 Business English


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course will provide a review of parts of speech and their routine functions: plurals and possessives; antecedents; verb tense; transitive and intransitive verbs; active and passive voice; subject-verb agreement; comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs; prepositional phrases; coordinate, correlative and subordinate conjunctions. Also included will be a review of the mechanical aspects of business communication: punctuation, abbreviations, capitalization, number expression rules, appropriate word choice, sentence construction, parallelism and editing and proofreading documents.
  
  • BUS-110 Principles of Business


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides a survey of business in the United States and also global considerations, including its background, functions, objectives, ethics and opportunities for careers. Various aspects of business will be covered: marketing, management, human resources, production, accounting, finance, administrative services, technology, computerization of the workplace, regulations, international trade and the impact of e-commerce on businesses around the globe.
  
  • BUS-111 Principles of Insurance


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course is an introduction to insurance principles and risk management for both personal and professional applications. Topics covered include: property insurance, casualty insurance, life insurance, and health insurance. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-112 Document Processing


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course includes use of word processing software on a microcomputer. Students will learn to perform word processing functions for creating business documents. Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 .
  
  • BUS-115 Personal Finance


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    The course is a survey of personal financial planning. Topics covered include: personal budgeting, investments, insurance, credit, housing and retirement planning. The goals are for students to learn the fundamentals of financial planning so they can make informed choices related to spending, saving, borrowing and investing that lead to long-term financial security.
  
  • BUS-120 Retailing


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides an introduction to retail businesses, operations, retailing concepts and practices, problem-solving for effective retailing, the similarities and differences between traditional and e-commerce retailing, the use of technology and information systems and careers in retailing. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-125 Selling


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course will introduce students to the principles and methods of effective selling, steps of the sales process, customer analysis, sales-supporting skills, and careers in sales. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-130 Principles of Marketing


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course deals with the structure of the marketing system, considering the four elements of marketing: product, price, place and promotion. Students will explore marketing as a business activity directed at satisfying the needs and wants of potential customers through the exchange process. Students will also be introduced to e-business technology and distribution systems. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-135 Integrated Business Applications


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course is a study of computerized applications such as word processing, database management, spreadsheets, graphics and multimedia presentations. Emphasis is on business and education decision-making using simple and integrated applications. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101 , BUS 112  or equivalent or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • BUS-140 Business Communications


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course will help students develop business communication skills by composing and writing letters, memos, reports and electronic mail messages. The students will develop a writing portfolio of business documents and prepare and present oral reports. In their preparation of business communications, the students will have opportunities to use word processing software, to use computer skills in searching the Internet and sending email messages and to learn useful communication practices for a career in business. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101  or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • BUS-145 Principles of Advertising


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course is an introduction to advertising principles, strategies, the importance of integrated marketing communication and how it impacts advertising, marketing research, media planning, budgeting, and buying, creative design for effective advertisements for print, electronic, and digital media, and careers in advertising. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110  and BUS 130 .
  
  • BUS-150 Principles of Management


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course examines various techniques and theories of management and their effects on current practices. Students will study management functions, relating them to organizational structures. Discussions cover the basic elements of management: planning, organizing, leading and controlling and how the manager relates to personnel issues and organizational change and conflict. Consideration is given to the changing business environment where diversity of personnel, geographic dispersion of work locations, e-commerce and global activities will dominate the work place. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-155 Customer Service


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 2
    Emphasis will be on developing customer support, practicing good work ethics in handling customer complaints and dealing with upset customers, accepting diversity in the workforce, demonstrating professionalism through better attitudes and teamwork involvement and developing the social skills needed to sustain customer relationships. Internalcustomer and externalcustomer communication skills will be taught through proper phone use and creating and distributing coherent and consistent messages with emphasis on working together to meet customers’ needs. Skills needed to negotiate conflicts will be taught through problem solving/critical thinking case studies and exercises, as well as planning and goal setting to build positive work environments and promote internal cooperation and communication.
  
  • BUS-160 Business Law


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    An introduction and study of the legal regulations governing business and e-business conduct will be provided in this course. Students will be introduced to laws that affect public and international environments which include contracts, sales and leases, torts and strict liability, product liability, cyberlaw and ecommerce, creditordebtor relations, sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies, as well as laws governing agency and employment, the regulatory environment of consumer protection, environmental law, land-use control, and antitrust/monopoly law. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-165 Administrative Procedures


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course covers principles and procedures for completing basic office essentials including meeting documents, scheduling, making travel arrangements, editing and proofing business documents, mail handling, and proper techniques for the management of records. Prerequisite(s): BUS 101  and BUS 112  or concurrent enrollment of BUS 112 .
  
  • BUS-170 Human Resources Management


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides an introduction to human resource management and its impact on the success of the business. Topics include the strategic planning process, human resource planning, equal employment opportunity, selection, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation, safety and health, and employee and labor relations. The role of managers in dealing with human resources is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): BUS 150 .
  
  • BUS-185 Professional Development


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lec 1
    This course is designed to develop common workplace behaviors in relation to professional image, business etiquette and protocol, interpersonal skills and supervision-leadership in organizations. The curriculum has been arranged in modular fashion to teach cross-functional skills that involve leadership, teamwork, problem solving, stress management and analytical thinking within the workplace environment as well as job-seeking skills.
  
  • BUS-200 Leadership


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course involves examination of all aspects of leadership, including the foundations of individual and group behavior, supervision, motivating and rewarding employees, interpersonal skills and communication in a group environment, and an understanding of the work team and the dynamics of such a group. Prerequisite(s): BUS 150 .
  
  • BUS-212 Principles of Project Management


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course introduces students to project management principles and strategies commonly used in project management situations in various industries. Students will apply globally accepted concepts and methods from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) to a project from conception to closure. Highlighting key management techniques and business models, this course will guide students through the organization, integration, scope, scheduling, cost, quality control, human resources, communications, risk management and contingency planning involved in project management. Other topics will include the project manager, the project team and the project life cycle. Standard project management software will be used to plan and control a project. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 , CIS 101 .
  
  • BUS-245 Entrepreneurship


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course will enable the student to recognize characteristics of a successful entrepreneur, and identify entrepreneurial opportunities and challenges. Students will assess the strengths and weaknesses of a business concept; collect, analyze, and organize market research data into a marketing plan; and prepare financial projections for a business concept. Students will write a formal business plan. They will identify legal issues related to entrepreneurship, and identify sources of capital. Students will examine strategies for growth, success and risks associated with entrepreneurship. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110 .
  
  • BUS-255 Desktop Publishing


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    Instruction includes introduction to desktop publishing terms and concepts and the step-by-step procedures to implement the concepts. Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 .
  
  • BUS-260 Business Strategy


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    Students will analyze and evaluate business models and concepts. In the process of doing so, students will assess the strengths and weaknesses of a business concept; collect, analyze and organize market research data into a marketing plain; and prepare the financial projections for a business concept. As the capstone course for the Business and Marketing program, this course will refresh and enhance the students’ strengths introduced in required program-specific business courses. Prerequisite(s): BUS 110  and BUS 130 ; Corequisite(s): Pre or corequisites: BUS 140  and BUS 150 .
  
  • BUS-265 Certification Review and Skillbuilding


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This capstone course is to be taken during the last semester of a student ‘s associate’s degree. Students work independently with minimal instructor supervision to review and reinforce competencies learned in previous BUS courses. This course helps prepare students for administrative professionals’ certifications and exams, such as the Office Proficiencies and Competencies (OPAC) tests. Students also continue to develop and improve their keyboarding skills. Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 , BUS 105 , BUS 112 , BUS 135 , BUS 155 , BUS 165 , BUS 185 , ACC 120 .
  
  • BUS-275 Office Simulations


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course incorporates project-based business and office applications that reinforce the full range of knowledge, skills and techniques learned in previous courses throughout the Business Technology program. These projects will include assignments involving the planning and preparation of documents from different areas within the workforce. Prerequisite(s): BUS 101 , BUS 112 , BUS 135 , BUS 165 , BUS 185 .
  
  • BUS-290 Co-Operative Ed/Intern/Related Elective


    Credits: Variable
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 3
    This course involves supervised work experience in the major field which provides the student with the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained. An individualized instructional management plan will determine goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours and 2.0 GPA or advisor’s approval. Please see the department chair of the specific program area for application.

College & Careers

  
  • CAC-101 Strengths in Careers & Beyond


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lec 1
    This interactive course offers students the opportunity to discover, develop, and apply their talents to college success, relationships, and career fulfillment.
  
  • CAC-110 Introduction to Colllege


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lec 1
    This course provides students an overview of the academic skills necessary for them to succeed in their college coursework. Students will be introduced to the college catalog and other resources including student support services, as they are oriented to the college experience.
  
  • CAC-120 Keys to College Success


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course is designed to help students create greater success in college and in life. Students will learn strategies to set and achieve their academic, professional and personal goals. With a focus on the empowerment of wise choices, students will explore possible barriers to success and experience greater self-awareness, self-management, creative and critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence and lifelong learning skills.

Computer Information Science

  
  • CIS-100 Basic Computer Literacy


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This is a hands-on course designed for the beginner or new user who wants to learn the essentials of how to use a personal computer. Course topics include: an introduction to computer hardware, keyboarding, purchasing and maintaining a computer, computer security and the Internet, online learning environments, file management, search engines, and email. You will also be introduced to word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
  
  • CIS-101 Technology & Digital Literacy


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides an overview of digital literacy topics such as computer hardware, software, programming, security, safety, and information systems. This is a “hands-on” class learning to use the most common computer software programs and information resources facilities. This course provides a look at the structure and components of computers, their operating systems, and an introduction to various applications with emphasis on word processing, spreadsheet applications, presentation software, and Internet usage. Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding skill of 25 WPM or BUS 101  or CIS 100  recommended.
  
  • CIS-120 Problem Solving and Programming Concepts


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course is an introduction to the field of information technology with an emphasis in problem solving, structured program design and beginning programming techniques for those seeking a career in this industry. An overview of computer concepts, ethics and responsibilities and career options are also provided. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “NB” or better in MTH 050  or equivalent score on the placement assessment for entry into MTH 110  and keyboarding skill of 25 wpm recommended.
  
  • CIS-125 Intro to Computer Game Develop


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course provides an introduction to computer game development for those seeking a career in this industry. Technologies commonly employed in developing interactive software will be examined, including software, hardware and middleware such as class libraries and engines. Game design modes and genres will be explored, as well as other applications and markets for this medium. Issues surrounding the computer game business will be explored, including personnel, philosophical and production issues, ethical concerns and influences of games and other interactive media on society.
  
  • CIS-130 Web Site Development I


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course entails development of web sites using modern technologies. Students will learn to develop web sites using the latest HTML standards including elements such as, links, tables, forms, style sheets and graphics. Students will also learn to employ cascading style sheets (CSS) and to separate content from presentation.
  
  • CIS-131 Web Site Development II


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course covers the advanced features of Web Design, which enhance the functionality of Web pages. Subjects explored include advanced HTML, interactivity of Web pages using forms, Java, AJAX, JavaScript, designing Web pages using Dynamic HTML (DHTML) and cascading style sheets (CSS). Students will build and maintain an online database with a scripting language. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 120  and a grade of “C” or better in CIS 130 .
  
  • CIS-139 Intro Web Server Management


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lec 1
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course covers the topics of managing a web server and gives students the skills needed to administer their own server. Subjects explored will be security, speed, configuration, management and scalability for growth. Students will get hands-on experience in different server environments and will be introduced to a variety of tools and techniques that can assist with administration. Prerequisite(s): CIS 120 .
  
  • CIS-150 C# Programming I


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course is an introduction to structured, event-driven and object-oriented programming using the C# language. Students will learn to design programs that solve common business problems using good programming style appropriate in a team environment. Students will also learn to use a variety of visual components to create effective user interfaces targeting the Windows operating system. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 120 .
  
  • CIS-151 C# Programming II


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course is a continuation of CIS-150 C# Programming I . After a quick review, the student is introduced to advanced programming concepts such as data abstraction, classes, maintaining relational data, the use of additional visual components and other techniques commonly employed in advanced, commercial, multi-tiered applications. Other topics such as programming for the Internet, targeting hand-held devices, and using graphics to enhance an application’s visual appeal may also be explored. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 150 .
  
  • CIS-170 Java Programming I


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course is an introduction to object oriented programming using Java. Topics covered are: control structures, classes, objects, encapsulation, polymorphism, run-time type identification, messages, methods, applets and arrays. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 120 .
  
  • CIS-171 Java Programming II


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course is a continuation of CIS-170 Java Programming I . After a review, the student is introduced to intermediate programming concepts essential for students seeking a career in software development. Topics include: graphical user interface (GUI) components, lists, queues, trees, other data structures and the Collections API. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 170 .
  
  • CIS-200 Critical & Creative Thinking


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    Within your chosen profession, you apply varied techniques for problem solving and critical and creative thinking to a wide assortment of problems in personal, organizational, and public domains. This is a “hands-on” class learning to apply varied techniques for problem solving and use emerging technology in your approach. In this course, you will learn to contribute in your community and workplace as an active participant in problem solving endeavors. The research, critical and creative thinking, and problem solving techniques will be applied to community issues identified from several sources. Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of 100 level credit and recommend previous completion of CIS 101 .
  
  • CIS-201 Computer Apps for Business


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides a “hands-on” use of electronic spreadsheets and database application software. Students will design, test, and debug spreadsheet applications and implement databases. This course will demonstrate why spreadsheets and databases are valuable when making business decisions and provide an overview of how to solve problems in these applications.  Upon successful completion of the course, students will have the knowledge and skills to determine how to use spreadsheets and databases effectively in further college courses and a business environment. Prerequisite(s): CIS 101  
  
  • CIS-220 Game Development


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course provides students the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of advanced skills, including mathematics, algorithms, object-oriented programming, software design patterns and graphics as students develop features common to modern computer games. Various technologies and platforms are explored, giving students exposure to what it takes to develop computer games. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 125  and a grade of “C” or better in either CIS 150  or CIS 170 .
  
  • CIS-222 Robotics Programming


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    This course emphasizes advanced programming concepts and techniques used in developing programs used to control robots and robotic systems. Advanced .Net topics will be covered, as well as the APIs needed to work with the robotic systems. Other topics include artificial intelligence, motion planning, and sensors. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CSC 140  or CIS 150  or CIS 170 .
  
  • CIS-230 Systems Analysis and Design


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. In this course, students will use systems design and database to provide enterprise-wide business, organizational and managerial solutions. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CSC 140  or CIS 150  or CIS 170  or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • CIS-235 Web Development III


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course provides the concepts and skills necessary to design and develop Web-based enterprise-level applications and focuses on existing and emerging Web development technologies. Topics include specialized Web markup languages, server-side backend databases, server-side programming, web services, enterprise Web development and Web applications. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 150 .
  
  • CIS-239 PHP Programming


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have hands-on experience with PHP syntax and constructs and know how to integrate HTML and PHP code to manage and process data. This course is recommended for Web developers, designers, and programmers who want to learn PHP fundamentals and create interactive and dynamic Web pages. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 130 .
  
  • CIS-250 Database and Query


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This is an introductory course that provides database theory with an emphasis on relational database management. Hands-on Structured Query Language (SQL) database programming is included. The course also covers design, normalization, implementation and query of a relational database and uses an enterprise level database management system. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CSC 140  or CIS 150  or CIS 170 .
  
  • CIS-260 Software Engineering Project


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course is intended to develop the student’s programming knowledge and skills in an applied environment. Students will work as individuals and in teams to implement a real-world equivalent system, perhaps converting legacy code to current technology standards or designing a new product from scratch. Students will develop designs, generate test procedures, and build a multitiered, clientserver application capable of being utilized from a variety of platforms. Students will also learn project management and scheduling skills and that will be used to manage project phases and keep teams on task. Students must earn a grade of C or better in this course to meet graduation requirements. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 250  and a grade of “C” or better in either CIS 151  or CIS 171 .
  
  • CIS-290 Co-Operative Ed/Intern/Related Elective


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides supervised work experience in the major field, which provides the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained. An individualized instructional management plan will determine goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required. Please see the department chair of specific program area for application. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours and 2.0 GPA or advisor’s approval.

Computer Science

  
  • CSC-140 C++ Programming


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
    This course is an introduction to scientific and engineering computer programming using C++. Topics included are control structures, data types, functions, classes, pointers and software development tools. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CIS 120  or MTH 130 .
  
  • CSC-210 Data Structures


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
    This course will instruct students in the design and use of common data structures, lists, stacks, queues, trees, tables, hash tables, and graphs. Common data structure algorithms will be explored, including sorting, searching, and reorganizing data, with attention paid toward trade-offs between space and efficiency. Students will implement many of these data structures in an object oriented programming language and complete programming projects utilizing them. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CSC 140  or CIS 150  or CIS 170 .

Chemical Laboratory Technology

  
  • CLT-100 Introduction to Analytical Laboratory Techniques


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course is an introduction to chemical analysis with laboratory emphasis on obtaining and interpreting quantitative data.  The course covers statistical data analysis, equilibrium expressions, pH, volumetric and gravimetric analysis, fundamentals of spectroscopy, and analytical separations. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ATS 115 .
  
  • CLT-105 Adv Analytical Lab Techniques


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course takes an applied approach to the techniques learned in the CLT 100 (Introduction to Analytical Lab Techniques) course. Real-world case studies will be analyzed and evaluated, and statistical analysis will be applied to collected data. Additionally, this course will introduce the student to the concept of mass spectrometry and its use with chromatography techniques. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CLT 100 .
  
  • CLT-110 Organic Laboratory Techniques


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course emphasizes instrumental laboratory techniques for characterizing organic compounds. Students will use a combination of basic laboratory techniques (such as gravity and vacuum filtration, extraction, distillation, reflux, recrystallization) and instrumental techniques (such as infrared spectroscopy, liquid chromatography, and gas chromatograph/mass spectrometry) to identify chemical compounds or components of a mixture. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ATS 120 .
  
  • CLT-115 Advanced Organic Laboratory Techniques


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course allows students to put in practice the organic lab skills accumulated throughout their course of study. Students will synthesize or isolate compounds from mixtures and then verify the structure and purity of these compounds through the use of a variety of instrumental techniques. May utilize guest lecturers from industry to present real-world problems to be examined in class/lab. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CLT 110 .
  
  • CLT-120 Intro To Microbiology Lab


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course is an introduction to the biology of microorganisms with applications to industry, food science, medicine, and agriculture. Emphasis is placed on laboratory techniques. This course is required for the Chemical Laboratory Technology program. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ATS 105 .
  
  • CLT-125 Hazardous Waste Management


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 2
    This course is an overview of the management of hazardous materials and wastes. The generation, control, and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes will be examined through lectures, case studies, worksheets and field trips. Students will develop knowledge and skills needed to recognize, evaluate, control and prevent hazards from chemicals that threaten occupational and environmental health.
  
  • CLT-130 Food Science Techniques


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course is an 8-week block course designed for students of the chemical laboratory technology program. It covers basic concepts of food science, including chemical properties, microbiology, and food safety methods. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ATS 105  and ATS 120 .
  
  • CLT-135 Biochemical Laboratory Techniques


    Credits: 2
    Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
    This course is a one-semester survey course designed for students of the chemical laboratory technology program. It covers basic concepts about biochemistry and the related laboratory techniques used in the biotechnology industry. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ATS 105  and ATS 120 .

Chemistry

  
  • CHM-101 Introductory Chemistry


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
    This is an introductory course designed to study basic chemical principles. Topics include atomic structure, measurement, bonding, properties of gases, acids and bases, solutions, organic nomenclature, functional groups, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Laboratory activities give students the opportunity to demonstrate chemical principles presented in lecture.
  
  • CHM-160 General Chemistry I


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 4
    This course is a study of the fundamental laws and theories of chemical structures and reactions. Topics include: atomic theory, stoichiometry, aqueous reactions, properties of gases, liquids, and solids, periodicity, bonding, thermodynamics, and properties of solutions. This course is recommended for all those majoring in Science as well as Chemistry majors and minors. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MTH 110  or higher, or satisfactory score on the ACT.
  
  • CHM-161 General Chemistry I Lab


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lab 2
    The lab emphasizes proper laboratory technique, synthesis, physical studies, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and data manipulation and statistical analysis. This course is recommended for all those majoring in Science as well as Chemistry majors and minors. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MTH 110  or higher, or satisfactory score on the ACT.
  
  • CHM-170 General Chemistry II


    Credits: 4
    Contact Hours: Lec 4
    This science majors course will include topics such as kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base equilibrium, solubility equilibrium, complex ion formation, acid-base theory, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 160 .
  
  • CHM-171 General Chemistry II Lab


    Credits: 1
    Contact Hours: Lab 2
    This science majors course will include topics such as kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base equilibrium, solubility equilibrium, complex ion formation, acid-base theory, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 160 .
  
  • CHM-200 Survey of Organic Chemistry


    Credits: 5
    Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 3
    The course is a study of the principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry. At the conclusion of this course, students will demonstrate an understanding of organic nomenclature, molecular structure and bonding, physical and chemical characteristics of organic functional groups, organic reactions and mechanistic principles, organic lab techniques and safety, and elementary biochemistry. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 101  or CHM 160  and CHM 161 .
  
  • CHM-225 Environmental Chemistry


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
    Students in this course study the sources, reactions, transport and fate of chemical entities in the air, water and soil environment as well as their effects on human health. Topics of interest include: environmental chemistry of water pollution, water treatment, geochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, air pollution, hazardous materials, resources. The lab component consists of field activities, experiments and demonstrations to reinforce the concepts and ideas presented in lecture. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 101  or CHM 160  and CHM 161 .
  
  • CHM-242 Organic Chemistry I


    Credits: 5
    Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 3
    A lecture/lab course that studies the chemistry of carbon compounds from a functional group perspective. Emphasis is placed on reaction mechanisms and synthetic application in lecture while analytical and synthetic techniques will be emphasized in lab. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 170  and CHM 171 .
  
  • CHM-243 Organic Chemistry II


    Credits: 5
    Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 3
    This course will further develop knowledge of organic chemistry with a greater emphasis on functional group reactivity, mechanisms, and multistep synthetic sequences. The topics include: aromatic compounds, including phenols and aryl halides as well as a thorough discussion of delocalized chemical bonding; aldehydes and ketones; amines; carboxylic acids and their derivatives. There will be enhanced requirements for naming compounds, elucidating structures via spectroscopy and actual synthesis in the lab. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 242 
  
  • CHM-250 Intro Quantitative Analysis


    Credits: 5
    Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 4
    The lectures in this course present the theory of analysis performed in the laboratory. Laboratory includes gravimetric analysis, volumetric analysis, chromatography, colorimetry, spectroscopy, complexometric and ion-exchange analysis as they apply to chemical analysis. This course is heavily weighted on the laboratory skills of the student. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 170  and CHM 171  

Chinese

  
  • CHN-101 Beginning Chinese


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This is an introductory course in Mandarin Chinese (Putonghua) designed for students who have little or no prior exposure to Chinese language. The emphasis of this course is on the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing using both Pinyin phonetic system and simplified Chinese characters. The course will focus on correct pronunciation, accurate tones, and grammatical structures. Content appropriate Chinese social and cultural background and history will be presented in order to promote an understanding of Chinese language and its culture.

Communication

  
  • COM-100 Introduction to Communication


    Credits: 3
    Contact Hours: Lec 3
    This course provides an introduction to the study of communication, including interpersonal communication, small group dynamics, and public speaking.
 

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