Apr 27, 2024  
2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


T = Theory (Instruction via lecture, recitiation, discussion, demonstration, or seminar.)
L = Laboratory (Practical Application)
C = Clinical

 

Automotive Service Technology

  
  • AUM 273 - Co-Op


    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: With Instructor Permission
    These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to automotive mechanics. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
  
  • AUM 275 - Co-Op


    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: With Instructor Permission
    These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to automotive mechanics. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
  
  • AUM 281 - Special Topics


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite: With Instructor Permission
    This course is designed to allow the student to specialize in a particular area of study with minimum instruction in automotive mechanics application and with evaluation at the instructor’s discretion. Emphasis is placed on a topic/project that the student is interested in and may include any related area in automotive mechanics. Upon completion, the student should be able to work with minimum instruction and execute the necessary techniques to finish a live work project of his or her choice.
  
  • AUM 291 - CO-OP


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite: With Instructor Permission
    This course constitutes a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to automotive mechanics. In this course, the employer evaluates the student’s productivity, and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.
  
  • AUM 293 - Automotive Technology Co-Op


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite: With Instructor Permission
    These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to automotive mechanics. In these courses the employer evaluates the student’s productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.

Barbering

  
  • BAR 108 - Introduction to Barbering


    3 Hours: 3T

    Co-Requisite: BAR 111  
    This course provides an orientation to professional barber styling. Topics include learning skills, history of barbering, professional image, microbiology, safety, infection control, implements and tools, razor shaving properties and disorders of hair and scalp, and the treatment of hair.
  
  • BAR 111 - Introduction to Barbering Lab


    3 Hours: 3L

    Co-Requisite: BAR 108  
    This course provides practical application of barber-styling fundamentals. Emphasis is placed on safety, infection control, the use and care of implements, treatment of hair, and razor shaving. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate proper infection control, hair care, and use of implements.
  
  • BAR 112 - Science of Barbering


    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: BAR 124  
    Co-Requisite: BAR 113  
    This course introduces the student to the basic science of barber-styling. Topics include anatomy/physiology, disorders and treatments of the skin, scalp, and hair, and theory of facial and scalp massage. Upon completion, the student should be familiar with the anatomical structures, as well as disorders and treatments of the skin, scalp, and hair.
  
  • BAR 113 - Fundamentals of Barbering Applications


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite: BAR 124  
    Co-Requisite: BAR 112  
    This course provides practical application of barber fundamentals learned in earlier courses. Emphasis is placed on safety, facial massage, treatment of hair and scalp proper use and care of implements, shampooing and haircutting, and razor shaving. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform fundamental barbering techniques with limited supervision.
  
  • BAR 114 - Barber Styling Lab


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: BAR 108  and BAR 111  
    This course provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate skills in hair care, hair cutting, and facial massage. Emphasis is placed on safety and infection control.   
  
  • BAR 115 - Cutting and Styling Techniques


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: BAR 112  and BAR 113  
    Co-Requisite: BAR 140  
    This course provides practical experience in basic scissor and clipper haircutting. Upon completion, the student will be able to cut and style a client’s hair, demonstrating correct scissor and clipper cutting and styling techniques.
  
  • BAR 120 - Properties of Chemistry


    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: BAR 114  
    Co-Requisite: BAR 121  
    This course provides the student with a basic knowledge of chemicals used in barber-styling. Topics include the changes produced in the hair and skin through exposure to chemicals, electricity, and special light spectrums. Upon completion, the student should understand the proper use of implements and chemicals to treat hair and skin.
  
  • BAR 121 - Chemical Hair Processing


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite: BAR 114  
    Co-Requisite:   BAR 120  
    This course provides students with opportunities to apply the use of chemicals to alter the appearance of hair. Emphasis is placed on the use of chemicals to relax, wave, and soft curl the hair. Upon completion, students will be competent in the use of chemicals to produce desired structure changes to the hair.
  
  • BAR 122 - Hair Coloring Chemistry


    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: BAR 114  or (BAR 120 , and BAR 121 )
    Co-Requisite: BAR 124  
    This course provides the student with a basic knowledge of hair color alteration. Topics include temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent changes. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify and explain the procedures for each classification of hair color alteration.
  
  • BAR 124 - Hair Coloring Methodology


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: BAR 114  or (BAR 120 , and BAR 121 )
    Co-Requisite: BAR 122  
    This course provides the student an opportunity for practical application of all classifications of chemical hair coloring and processing products in a supervised environment. Emphasis is placed on experience in all classifications of hair coloring and processing procedures.
  
  • BAR 133 - Styling and Management Lab


    3 Hours: 3L

    Prerequisite: BAR 115  
    This course includes hair styling and management procedure. Emphasis is placed on styling, management, marketing, and legal regulations. Upon completion, the student should be able to integrate a variety of skills and be ready to begin an internship in a salon setting.
  
  • BAR 140 - Practicum I


    2 Hours: 2L

    Prerequisite or Co-Requisite: BAR 112   and BAR 113  
    Co-Requisite: BAR 115  
    This course provides the student an opportunity to combine knowledge and skill covering all aspects of barber-styling in a professional setting or school lab with minimal supervision. Emphasis is placed on utilization of the knowledge and technical skills covered in the barbering-styling curriculum. Upon completion the student should be able to function in a professional setting with very little assistance.
  
  • BAR 143 - State Board Review


    3 Hours: 1T, 2L

    Prerequisite: BAR 115  

Basic Study Skills/Personal Development

  
  • BSS 090 - Basic Study Skills


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic skills of studying. The course includes activities such as an assessment through testing of academic/study strengths and weaknesses, general information about effective study techniques, and applications of study techniques for specific courses.
  
  • BSS 100 - Career Planning and Personal Development


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to provide an awareness of and preparation for the world of work. It provides direction in career planning by evaluating individual interest, values, skills, and personality needs to set career goals and establish strategies to achieve those goals.
  
  • BSS 118 - College Study Skills


    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 093  or higher placement
    This course covers skills and strategies designed to improve study behaviors. Topics include time management, note taking, test taking, memory techniques, active reading strategies, critical thinking, communication skills, learning styles, and other strategies for effective learning. Upon completion, students should be able to apply appropriate study strategies and techniques to the development of an effective study plan.

Biology

  
  • BIO 101 - Introduction to Biology I


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    Note: Credit toward graduation will not be given for both BIO 101 and BIO 103.
    Introduction to Biology I is the first of a two-course sequence designed for non-science majors. It covers historical studies illustrating the scientific method, cellular structure, bioenergetics, cell reproduction, Mendelian and molecular genetics, and a survey of human organ systems. A 120 minute laboratory is required.
  
  • BIO 102 - Introduction to Biology II


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in BIO 101 
    Introduction to Biology II is the second of a two-course sequence for non-science majors. It covers evolutionary principles and relationships, environmental and ecological topics, classification, and a survey of biodiversity. A 120 minute laboratory is required. (Online Only)
  
  • BIO 103 - Principles of Biology I


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    Note: Credit toward graduation will not be given for both BIO 101 and 103.
    This is an introductory course for science and non-science majors. It covers physical, chemical, and biological principles common to all organisms. These principles are explained through a study of cell structure and function, cellular reproduction, basic biochemistry, cell energetics, the process of photosynthesis, and Mendelian and molecular genetics. Also included are the scientific method, basic principles of evolution, and an overview of the diversity of life with emphasis on viruses, prokaryotes, and protists. A 120 minute laboratory is required.
  
  • BIO 104 - Principles of Biology II


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in BIO 103  
    This course is an introduction to the basic ecological and evolutionary relationships of plants and animals as well as a survey of plant and animal diversity including classification, morphology, physiology, and reproduction. A180 minute laboratory is required. This is a CORE course.
  
  • BIO 120 - Medical Terminology


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course is a survey of words, terms, and descriptions commonly used in medical arts. Emphasis is placed on spelling, pronunciation, and meanings of prefixes, suffixes, and roots. No laboratory is required.
  
  • BIO 150 - Human Biology


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course introduces the human body with emphasis on structure, function, and pathology. No laboratory is required.
  
  • BIO 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in BIO 103 
    Note: BIO 201 cannot be used for Area III credit for the AA and AS degrees.
    Human Anatomy and Physiology I covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is an orientation of the human body; basic principles of chemistry; a study of cells and tissues; metabolism; joints; the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems; and the senses. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience. A 120 minute laboratory is required.
  
  • BIO 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 103  with a letter grade of C or higher and BIO 201  with a letter grade of C or higher
    Note: BIO 202 cannot be used for Area III credit for the AA and AS degrees.
    Human Anatomy and Physiology II covers the structure and function of the human body. Included is a study of basic nutrition; basic principles of water, electrolyte, and acid-base balance; as well as the endocrine, respiratory, digestive, excretory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, and reproductive systems. Dissection, histological studies, and physiology are featured in the laboratory experience. A 120 minute laboratory is required.
  
  • BIO 220 - General Microbiology


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: BIO 103  with a letter grade of C or higher and BIO 201  and BIO 202  with a letter grade of C or higher (Additionally, four (4) semester hours of chemistry is recommended.)
    This course includes historical perspectives, cell structure and function, microbial genetics, infectious diseases, immunology, distribution, physiology, culture, identification, classification, and disease control of microorganisms. The laboratory experience includes micro-techniques, distribution, culture, identification, and control. Two120 minute laboratories are required.

Business

  
  • BUS 100 - Introduction to Business


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This is a survey course designed to acquaint the student with American business as a dynamic process in a global setting. Topics include the private enterprise system, forms of business ownership, marketing, factors of production, personnel, labor, finance, and taxation.
  
  • BUS 146 - Personal Finance


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is a survey of topics of interest to the consumer. Topics include budgeting, financial institutions, basic income tax, credit, consumer protection, insurance, house purchasing, retirement planning, estate planning, investing, and consumer purchasing.
  
  • BUS 186 - Elements of Supervision


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of supervision. Topics include the functions of management, responsibilities of the supervisor, management-employee relations, organizational structure, project management, and employee training and rating.
  
  • BUS 189 - Human Relationships


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course enables employees to better understand actions and motivations within the organizational structure. Topics include general principles of human behavior operating in the workplace.
  
  • BUS 215 - Business Communication


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course covers written, oral, and nonverbal communications. Topics include the application of communication principles to the production of clear, correct, and logically organized faxes, emails, memos, letters, resumes, reports, and other business communications.
  
  • BUS 241 - Principles of Accounting I


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in MTH 100  or MTH 116 , RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to provide a basic theory of accounting principles and practices used by service and merchandising enterprises. Emphasis is placed on financial accounting, including the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation analysis.
  
  • BUS 242 - Principles of Accounting II


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: BUS 241 .
    This course is a continuation of BUS 241 . In addition to a study of financial accounting, this course also places emphasis upon managerial accounting with coverage of corporations, statement analysis, introductory cost accounting, and use of information for planning, control, and decision making.
  
  • BUS 260 - Statistical Data Analysis


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: CIS 146  and MTH 112  or higher placement score
    This course is an introduction to the use of basic statistical concepts in business applications. Descriptive statistics, index numbers, measures of central tendency and variation, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, sampling distributions, and point and interval estimation are covered. Computer software applications are utilized.
  
  • BUS 263 - The Legal and Social Environment of Business


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides an overview of the legal and social environment for business operations with emphasis on contemporary issues and their subsequent impact on business. Topics include the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the legislative process, civil and criminal law, administrative agencies, trade regulations, consumer protection, contracts, employment, and personal property.
  
  • BUS 275 - Principles of Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides a basic study of the principles of management. Topics include planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling with emphasis on practical business applications.
  
  • BUS 276 - Human Resource Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides an overview of the responsibilities of the supervisor of human resources. Topics include the selection, placement, testing, orientation, training, rating, promotion, and transfer of employees.
  
  • BUS 279 - Small Business Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides an overview of the creation and operation of a small business. Topics include buying a franchise, starting a business, identifying capital resources, understanding markets, managing customer credit, managing accounting systems, budgeting systems, inventory systems, purchasing insurance, and the importance of appropriate legal counsel.
  
  • BUS 285 - Principles of Marketing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides a general overview of the field of marketing. Topics include marketing strategies, channels of distribution, marketing research, and consumer behavior.

Business Office Management and Technology

  
  • OAD 101 - Beginning Keyboarding


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to enable the student to use the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on speed and accuracy in keying alphabetic, symbol, and numeric information using a keyboard. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proper technique and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of basic business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports.
  
  • OAD 103 - Intermediate Keyboarding


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  
    This course is designed to assist the student in increasing speed and accuracy using the touch method of keyboarding through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the production of business documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, tables, and outlines from unarranged rough draft to acceptable format. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency and an acceptable rate of speed and accuracy, as defined by the course syllabus, in the production of business documents. This is a CORE course.
  
  • OAD 125 - Word Processing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  
    This course is designed to provide the student with basic word processing skills through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the utilization of software features to create, edit, and print common office documents. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard software to generate appropriately formatted, accurate, and attractive business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports. This is a CORE course.
  
  • OAD 126 - Advanced Word Processing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 125 /CIS 196A
    This course is designed to increase student proficiency using advanced word processing functions. Emphasis is on the use of industry-standard software to maximize productivity. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to generate complex documents such as forms, newsletters, and multi-page documents.
  
  • OAD 131 - Business English


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to develop the student’s ability to use proper English. Emphasis is on grammar, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, word usage, word division, and proofreading. Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively.
  
  • OAD 133 - Business Communications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 131   or ENG 102  
    This course is designed to provide the student with skills necessary to communicate effectively. Emphasis is on the application of communication principles to produce clear, correct, logically-organized business communications. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques in written, oral, and nonverbal communications.
  
  • OAD 137 - Computerized Financial Record Keeping


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or MTH 116  
    This course is designed to provide the student with skill in using the microcomputer to enter financial data through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the use of appropriate software in the preparation of journals, financial statements, and selected payroll records. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to record financial data using a microcomputer system.
  
  • OAD 138 - Records/Information Management


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to give the student knowledge about managing office records and information. Emphasis is on basic filing procedures, methods, systems, supplies, equipment, and modern technology used in the creation, protection, and disposition of records stored in a variety of forms. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform basic filing procedures. This is a CORE course.
  
  • OAD 200 - Machine Transcription


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 103 , BIO 120 , and BIO 150  
    This course is designed to develop marketable skills in transcribing various forms of dictated material through classroom instruction. Emphasis is on the use of microcomputers and a commercial word processing package. Upon completion, the student should be able to accurately transcribe documents from dictated recordings.
  
  • OAD 218 - Office Procedures


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to develop an awareness of the responsibilities and opportunities of the office professional through classroom instruction. Emphasis is on current operating functions, practices and procedures, work habits, attitudes, oral and written communications, and professionalism. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively function in an office support role.
  
  • OAD 219 - Accounting Concepts and Applications


    3 Hours

    This course is continuing study of OAD 136 Advanced Financial Record Keeping. Emphasis is on accounting procedures in accounts receivable, depreciation on long-term assets, merchandising inventory, partnerships, corporations, and statement analysis. This course also implements accounting principles through business applications.
  
  • OAD 230 - Computerized Desktop Publishing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the elements and techniques of page design, layout, and typography through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of current commercial desktop publishing software, graphic tools, and electronic input/output devices to design and print high-quality publications such as newsletters, brochures, catalogs, forms, and flyers. Upon completion, the student should be able to utilize proper layout and design concepts in the production of attractive desktop published documents.
  
  • OAD 231 - Office Applications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  or CIS 146  
    This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of computerized equipment and application software as tools in the performance of a variety of office tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the role of the office professional in the selection and application of appropriate technology to the specific task or combination of tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the selection of appropriate computerized tools to complete designated tasks.
  
  • OAD 232 - The Computerized Office


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 125 /CIS 196A OR OAD 231 /CIS 196C  OR CIS 146  
    This course is designed to develop skill in the use of integrated software through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of computerized equipment, software, and communications technology. Upon completion, the student should be able to satisfactorily perform a variety of office tasks using current technology.
  
  • OAD 242B - Office Internship - Bookkeeping/Accounting


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement, and 75% of program completion
    This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.
  
  • OAD 242I - Office Internship - Information Processing


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor, RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement, and 75% of program completion
    This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.
  
  • OAD 242L - Office Internship - Legal Secretary


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement, and 75% of program completion
    This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.
  
  • OAD 242M - Office Internship - Medical Records


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement, and 75% of program completion

     
    This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.

  
  • OAD 242P - Office Internship - Paralegal


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, RDG 085  or ENG 093  or higher placement, and 75% of program completion
    This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in an office environment. Emphasis is on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate successful performance of skills required in an office support position.
  
  • OAD 243 - Spreadsheet Applications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or MTH 116  or higher placement
    This course is designed to provide the student with a firm foundation in the use of computerized equipment and appropriate software in performing spreadsheet tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on spreadsheet terminology and design, common formulas, and proper file and disk management procedures. Upon completion, the student should be able to use spreadsheet features to design, format, and graph effective spreadsheets.
  
  • OAD 244 - Database Applications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  
    This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the concepts of database management through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the use of database software for business applications. Upon completion, the student should be able to create and manipulate data files and format output such as documents and reports.
  
  • OAD 246 - Office Graphics and Presentations


    3 Hours

    This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of the computer and appropriate application software in the production of business slides and presentations through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on available software tools, presentation options and design, as well as such presentation considerations as the make-up of the target audience. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to design and produce a business presentation.

Chemistry

  
  • CHM 104 - Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of B or higher in MTH 092  or equivalent mathematics placement score, RDG 085 , and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This is a survey course of general chemistry for students who do not intend to major in science or engineering and may not be substituted for CHM 111 . Lectures will emphasize the facts, principles, and theories of general chemistry including math operations, matter and energy, atomic structure, symbols and formulas, nomenclature, the periodic table, bonding concepts, equations, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, phases of matter, solutions, pH, and equilibrium reactions. Laboratory is required.
  
  • CHM 105 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in CHM 104  or CHM 111 
    This is a survey course of organic chemistry and biochemistry for students who do not intend to major in science or engineering. Topics will include basic nomenclature, classification of organic compounds, typical organic reactions, reactions involved in life processes, function of biomolecules, and the handling and disposal of organic compounds. Laboratory is required.
  
  • CHM 111 - College Chemistry I


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in MTH 112  or equivalent math placement score, RDG 085 , and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This is the first course in a two-semester sequence designed for the science or engineering major expected to have a strong background in mathematics. Topics in this course include measurement, nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, equations and reactions, basic concepts of thermo-chemistry, chemical and physical properties, bonding, molecular structure, gas laws, kinetic-molecular theory, condensed matter, solutions, colloids, and some descriptive chemistry topics. Laboratory is required.
  
  • CHM 112 - College Chemistry II


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in CHM 111 
    This is the second course in a two-semester sequence designed primarily for the science and engineering student expected to have a strong background in mathematics. Topics in this course include chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, ionic equilibria of weak electrolytes, solubility product principle, chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, oxidation-reduction, nuclear chemistry, an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry, atmospheric chemistry, and selected topics in descriptive chemistry including the metals, non-metals, semi-metals, coordination compounds, transition compounds, and post-transition compounds. Laboratory is required.
  
  • CHM 221 - Organic Chemistry I


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in CHM 112 
    This is the first course in a two-semester sequence. Topics in this course include nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typical reactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, and aromatic compounds with special emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required and includes the synthesis and confirmation of representative organic compounds with emphasis on basic techniques.
  
  • CHM 222 - Organic Chemistry II


    4 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of C or higher in CHM 221 
    This is the second course in a two-semester sequence. Topics in this course include nomenclature, structure, physical and chemical properties, synthesis, and typical reactions for aliphatic, alicyclic, aromatic, and biological compounds, polymers and their derivatives, with special emphasis on reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and stereochemistry. Laboratory is required and includes the synthesis and confirmation of representative organic compounds with emphasis on basic techniques.

Child Development

  
  • CHD 100 - Introduction to Early Care and Education of Children


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course introduces students to the child education and care profession. It is designed to increase understanding of the basic concepts of child development and the developmental characteristics of children from birth through age 8/9 years, including infant and toddler and pre-school years. This course is the foundation for planning appropriate activities for children and establishing appropriate expectations of young children. This class also offers an opportunity to study the developmental domains (social, emotional, cognitive/language and physical). Course includes observations of the young child in early childhood settings.
  
  • CHD 201 - Child Growth and Development Principles


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course is a systematic study of child growth and development from conception through early childhood, with focus on infant and toddler.  Emphasis is on principles underlying physical, mental, emotional and social development, and methods of child study and practical implications.  Upon completion, students will be able to use knowledge of how young children differ in development and approaches to learning to provide opportunities that supports physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, and aesthetic development.
  
  • CHD 202 - Children’s Creative Experiences


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course focuses on fostering creativity in preschool children and developing a creative attitude in teachers.  Topics include selecting and developing creative experiences in language arts, music, art, science, math and movement with observation and participation with young children required.  On completion, student will be able to select and implement creative and age-appropriate experiences for young children.
  
  • CHD 203 - Children’s Literature and Language Development


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course surveys appropriate literature and language arts activities designed to enhance young children’s speaking, listening, pre-reading and writing skills. Emphasis is placed on developmental appropriateness as related to language. Upon completion, students should be able to create, evaluate and demonstrate activities which support a language-rich environment for young children. 
  
  • CHD 204 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Children


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course introduces basic methods and materials used in teaching young children.  Emphasis is placed on students compiling a professional resource file of activities used for teaching math, language arts, science, and social studies concepts.  Upon completion students will be able to demonstrate basic methods of creating learning experiences using developmental appropriate techniques, materials, and realistic expectations, including infant and toddler and pre-school.  Course includes observations of young children in a variety of childcare environments. 
  
  • CHD 205 - Program Planning for Educating Young Children


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course provides students with knowledge to develop programs for early child development.  Specific content includes a review of child development concepts and program contents.  Upon completion students will be able to develop and evaluate effective programs for the education of young children.
  
  • CHD 206 - Children’s Health and Safety


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course introduces basic health, nutrition and safety management practices for young children.  Emphasis is placed on how to set up and maintaining safe, healthy environments for young children including specific procedures for infants and toddlers and procedures regarding childhood illnesses and communicable diseases. 
  
  • CHD 208 - Administration of Child Development Programs


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course includes appropriate administrative policies and procedures relevant to preschool programs. Topics include local, state, and federal regulations, budget planning, record keeping, personnel policies and parent involvement. On completion, students should be able to identify elements of a sound business plan, develop familiarity basic record-keeping techniques, and identify elements of a developmentally appropriate program. 
  
  • CHD 209 - Infant and Toddler Education Programs


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course focuses on child development from infancy through thirty-five months of age with emphasis on planning programs using developmentally appropriate materials.  Emphasis is placed on positive ways to support an infant or toddler’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual development.  Upon completion, the students should be able to plan an infant-toddler program and environment that is appropriate and supportive of the families and the children. 
  
  • CHD 210 - Educating Children with Exceptional Needs


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course explores the many different types of exceptionalities found in young children.  Topics include speech, language, hearing and visual impairments, gifted and talented children, mental retardation, emotional, behavioral, and neurological handicaps.  Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate strategies for working with children. 
  
  • CHD 214 - Families and Communities


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  and ENG 092  or higher placement
    This course provides students with information about working with diverse families and communities. Students will be introduced to family and community settings, the importance of relationships with children, and the pressing needs of today’s society.  Students will study and practice techniques for developing these important relationships and effective communication skills.
  
  • CHD 215 - Supervised Practical Experience in Childhood Development


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: CHD 202 , CHD 204 , and CHD 205  
    This course provides a minimum of 90 hours of hands-on, supervised experience in an approved program for young children.  Students will develop a portfolio documenting experiences gained during this course.  NOTE: If students are pursuing a certificate in Infant and Toddler, placement must be in an infant and toddler environment.
  
  • CHD 217 - Math and Science for Young Children


    3 Hours

    This course provides students with information on children’s conceptual development and the fundamental basic concepts of both math and science. Students learn various techniques for planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities.  Students will also learn about integrated curriculum.

Commercial Food Services

  
  • CFS 199 - Healthy Cooking


    1 Hr.

    This course is designed to allow the students to become educated in the principles of sound nutrition for the prevention of disease through a lecture/lab course. Basic principles of nutrition will be discussed along with practical aspects of nutrition which will be applied through cooking demonstrations by the instructor.

Computer Science

  
  • CIS 117 - Database Management Software Applications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: A letter grade of B or higher in MTH 092  or MTH 100  or higher placement or completion, RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course provides students with hands-on experience using database management software. The student will develop skills common to most database management software by developing a wide variety of databases. Emphasis is on planning, developing, and editing functions associated with database management.
  
  • CIS 146 - Microcomputer Applications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is an introduction to the most common software applications of microcomputers and includes hands-on use of microcomputers and some of the major commercial software. These software packages should include typical features of office suites, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database systems, and other features found in current software packages. Upon completion, the student should understand common applications and be able to utilize selected features of these packages. This course will help prepare the students for the MOS and IC3 certification.
  
  • CIS 191 - Introduction to Computer Programming Concepts


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or MTH 116  or equivalent placement
    Co-Requisite: CIS 193A 
    This course introduces fundamental concepts, including an algorithmic approach to problem solving via the design and implementation of programs in selected languages. Structured programming techniques involving input/output, conditional statements, loops, files, arrays and structures, and simple data structures are introduced. Students are expected to write programs as part of this course.
  
  • CIS 193A - Introduction to Computer Programming Lab


    1Hour 1 Hr.

    Co-Requisite: CIS 191 
    This lab is designed to allow instructors to provide additional implementation of programming concepts as needed. This lab course accompanies CIS 191 .
  
  • CIS 193B - C++ Programming Lab


    1 Hour

    Co-Requisite: CIS 251  
    This lab is designed to allow instructors to provide additional implementation of programming concepts as needed. This lab course accompanies CIS 251 .
  
  • CIS 193C - Advanced C++ Programming Lab


    1 Hour

    Co-Requisite: CIS 252  
    This lab is designed to allow instructors to provide additional implementation of programming concepts as needed. This lab course accompanies CIS 252 .
  
  • CIS 193D - Systems Analysis and Design Lab


    1 Hour

    Co-Requisite: CIS 281  
    This lab is designed to allow instructors to provide additional implementation of programming concepts as needed. This lab course accompanies CIS 281 .
  
  • CIS 196C - Office Applications


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101  or CIS 146 
    This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation in the use of computerized equipment and application software as tools in the performance of a variety of office tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on the role of the office professional in the selection and application of appropriate technology to the specific task or combination of tasks. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the selection of appropriate computerized tools to complete designated tasks.
  
  • CIS 196E - Microsoft Excel


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: OAD 101 , RDG 085  or higher placement
    This course is designed to provide the student with a firm foundation in the use of computerized equipment and appropriate software in performing spreadsheet tasks through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on spreadsheet terminology and design, common formulas, and proper file and disk management procedures. Upon completion, the student should be able to use spreadsheet features to design, format, and graph effective spreadsheets.
  
  • CIS 203 - Introduction to the Information Highway


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: CIS 146 .
    This course introduces the student to the basic principles of the information highway. The student will be exposed to different network information tools such as electronic mail, network news, gophers, the World Wide Web, browsers, commercial information services, and the use of appropriate editors or software to introduce construction of web environments.
  
  • CIS 207 - Web Development


    3 Hours: 3T

    Prerequisite: CIS 203  
    This course provides students with opportunities to learn Hypertext Markup Language, cascading style sheets, and Java Script.  At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to use specified markup languages to develop basic Web pages.
  
  • CIS 251 - C++ Programming


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: RDG 085  or higher placement and CIS 191  
    Co-Requisite: CIS 193B  
    This course is an introduction to the C++ programming language including object-oriented programming. Topics include problem solving and design, control structures, objects and events, user interface construction, and document and program testing. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.
  
  • CIS 252 - Advanced C++ Programming


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: CIS 251 
    Co-Requisite: CIS 193C 
    This course is a continuation of C++ programming. Techniques for the improvement of application and systems programming will be covered, and other topics may include memory management, C Library functions, debugging, portability, and reusable code. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.
  
  • CIS 281 - System Analysis and Design


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: MTH 116 , MTH 100 , or higher placement or completion and CIS 191  or CIS 251 
    Co-Requisite: CIS 193D 
    This course is a study of contemporary theory and systems analysis design. Emphasis is placed on investigating, analyzing, designing, implementing, and documenting computer systems. Upon completion the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.
  
  • CIS 286 - Computerized Management Info Systems


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: MTH 100  or MTH 116  placement and one of the following: CIS 146  or CIS 251 
    This course covers the nature of computerized management information systems, problems created by the computer relative to personnel, components of computer systems, programming, and application of computers to business problems.
 

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