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ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I 3 credits Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes. Focuses on the preparation of accounting information and its use in the operation of organizations, as well as methods of analysis and interpretation of accounting information. Lecture: 3 hours per week
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ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II 3 credits Introduces accounting principles with respect to cost and managerial accounting. Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 211 or equivalent.
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ACC 215 - Computerized Accounting 3 credits Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 211 or equivalent.
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ACC 219 - Government and Non-profit Accounting 3 credits Introduces fund accounting as used by governmental and nonprofit entities. Stresses differences between accounting principles of for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Lecture: 3 hours per week
Prerequisite(s): ACC 212 or equivalent.
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ACC 221 - Intermediate Accounting I 3 credits Covers accounting principles and theory, including a review of the accounting cycle and accounting for current assets, current liabilities and investments. Introduces various accounting approaches and demonstrates the effect of these approaches on the financial statement users. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 212 or equivalent.
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ACC 222 - Intermediate Accounting II 3 credits Continues accounting principles and theory with emphasis on accounting for fixed assets, intangibles, corporate capital structure, long-term liabilities and investments. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 221 or equivalent.
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ACC 230 - Advanced Accounting 3 credits Develops the skills necessary to prepare financial statements for complex business organizations. Includes the preparation of consolidated financial statements focusing on business combinations, multinational corporations and foreign currency translation. Covers accounting for partnerships, state and local governments and nonprofit organizations. Lecture: 3 hours per week
Prerequisite(s): ACC 222 .
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ACC 231 - Cost Accounting I 3 credits Studies cost accounting methods and reporting as applied to job order, process and standard cost accounting systems. Includes cost control and other topics. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 212 or equivalent.
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ACC 241 - Auditing l 3 credits Presents techniques of investigating, interpreting, and appraising accounting records and assertions. Studies internal control design and evaluation, evidence-gathering techniques and other topics. Lecture: 3 hours per week
Prerequisite(s): ACC 212 or equivalent.
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ACC 261 - Principles of Federal Taxation I 3 credits Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and related entities. Includes tax planning, compliance and reporting. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ACC 262 - Principles of Federal Taxation ll 3 credits Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to partnerships, corporations, and other tax entities. Includes tax planning, compliance, and reporting. Lecture: 3 hours per week
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Air Conditioning |
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AIR 121 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I 3 credits Studies refrigeration theory; characteristics of refrigerants, temperature and pressure; tools and equipment; soldering; brazing; refrigeration systems; system components; compressors; evaporators; and metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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AIR 122 - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II 3 credits Studies refrigeration theory; characteristics of refrigerants, temperature and pressure; tools and equipment; soldering; brazing; refrigeration systems; system components; compressors; evaporators; and metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AIR 121 or by permission of the instructor.
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AIR 134 - Circuits and Controls I 3 credits Presents circuit diagrams for air conditioning units, reading and drawing of circuit diagrams, types of electrical controls. Includes analysis of air conditioning circuits, components, analysis and characteristics of circuits and controls, testing and servicing. Introduces electricity for air conditioning which includes circuit elements, direct current circuits and motors, single and three-phase circuits and motors, power distribution systems, and protective devices. Studies the electron and its behavior in passive and active circuits and components. Demonstrates electronic components and circuits as applied to air conditioning system. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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AIR 154 - Heating Systems I 3 credits Introduces types of fuels and their characteristics of combustion; types, components and characteristics of burners, and burner efficiency analyzers. Studies forced air heating systems including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and servicing. Part I of II. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): AIR 121 , AIR 122 , AIR 134 or Instructor Permission.
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Architecture |
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ARC 121 - Architectural Drafting I 3 credits Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details and pictorial drawings. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Corequisite: ARC 221 or the equivalent.
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ARC 122 - Architectural Drafting II 3 credits Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details and pictorial drawings. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARC 121 or by permission of the instructor.
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ARC 221 - Architectural CAD Applications Software I 3 credits Teaches the principles and techniques of architectural drawing practices through the use of architecture specific CAD software. Utilizes the commands and features of the software to generate drawings that emphasize architectural design and structural systems. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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ARC 222 - Architectural CAD Applications Software II 3 credits Uses advanced features of architectural CAD software to teach students to develop working drawings and details that adhere to the practices and techniques of architectural drawing principles. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Use local prerequisites.
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ARC 231 - Advanced Architectural Drafting I 4 credits Provides fundamental knowledge of the principles and techniques of architectural drawing procedures. Familiarizes student with design process. Provides a better understanding of the relation between architectural design and structural systems. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 6 hours. Total: 8 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARC 122 or approval of the instructor.
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ARC 232 - Advanced Architectural Drafting II 4 credits Requires development of complete set of working drawings and details according to principles and techniques of architectural drawings and procedures used in professional firms. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 6 hours. Total: 8 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ARC 231 or approval of the instructor.
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ARC 243 - Environmental Systems 4 credits Studies energy sources and strategies for use in buildings; heat loss and heat gain; heating and cooling equipment and system; water supply, distribution and waste systems and equipment; principles of electricity, electrical systems and equipment. Lecture: 4 hours per week.
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ARC 246 - Materials and Methods of Construction 4 credits Introduces the characteristics of building materials and the methods of construction in which these materials are used in the erection of structures. Introduces the physical properties of steel, concrete, timber, glass and related materials as well as methods used in testing materials. All CSI divisions are discussed. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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ARC 258 - Building Codes, Contract Documents and Professional Office Practices 3 credits Covers professional role of the architectural technician with regard to the construction industry. Includes building codes and their effect on specifications and drawings. Teaches purpose and writing of specifications with their legal and practical applications to working drawings. Analyzes contract documents for client-architect-contractor responsibilities and duties. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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Art |
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ART 101 - History and Appreciation of Art I 3 credits Presents the history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to the present. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 102 - History and Appreciation of Art II 3 credits Presents the history and interpretation of architecture, sculpture and painting. Begins with prehistoric art and follows the development of western civilization to the present. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 121 - Drawing I 3 credits Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Lecture: 1 hour. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 122 - Drawing II 3 credits Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Lecture: 1 hour. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 130 - Introduction to Multimedia 4 credits Introduces the student to the basic components of multimedia: text, graphics, animation, sound, and video, and explores how they combine to create a multimedia product. Emphasizes the design aspects of multimedia projects and teaches the techniques required to develop a presentation. Computer literacy is suggested. Lecture: 2-4 hours. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.
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ART 131 - Fundamentals of Design I 3 credits Explores the concepts of two- and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required. Lecture: 1 hour. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 132 - Fundamentals of Design II 3 credits Explores the concepts of two- and three-dimensional design and color. May include field trips as required. Lecture: 1 hour. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 141 - Typography I 3 credits Studies the history of letterforms and typefaces and examines their uses in contemporary communications media. Emphasizes applications to specific design problems. Includes identification and specification of type and uses current technologies for copy fitting and hands-on typesetting problems. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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ART 150 - History of Film and Animation 3 credits Exposes the student to the rich history of temporal imagery from the invention of the zootrope and kinetoscope through the rise of the moving picture industry and the development of the first animated films to present day television. Chronicles the impact of the moving image in the 20th century. Discusses the design and concept of influential works as well as the relationship between these earlier forms of moving graphics and today’s innovative video technology. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 153 - Ceramics I 3 credits Part I of II. Presents problems in the design and production of functional and non-functional ceramic works. Includes hand-building the potter’s wheel and clays and glazes. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 154 - Ceramics II 3 credits Part II of II. Presents problems in the design and production of functional and non-functional ceramic works. Includes hand-building the potter’s wheel and clays and glazes. Lecture: 2 hours. Studio instruction: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 credits Provides a working introduction to computer-based electronic technology used by visual artists and designers. Presents the basics of operating platforms and standard industry software. Introduces problems in which students can explore creative potential of the new electronic media environment. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 184 - Survey of Museum Practice 3 credits Explores the role of the museum in society and traces the foundations upon which these public, cultural and educational institutions are built. Emphasizes the management and interpretation of historic properties and collections. This course is cross-listed with HIS 183 . Credit will not be awarded for both. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 185 - Introduction to Museum Education 3 credits Explores the basic elements of museum education, the different programming techniques museums use to reach all types of audiences, and the ways museums identify audiences. This course is cross-listed with HIS 185 . Credit will not be awarded for both. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 186 - Collections Management 3 credits Discusses the fundamentals of collections policy, deaccessioning, appraisal, and curatorial management. This course is cross-listed with HIS 186 . Credit will not be awarded for both. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 195 - Topics 1 - 5 credits Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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ART 203 - Animation I 4 credits Introduces the student to the basic techniques of animation, combining traditional and computer-generated skills. Teaches theoretical elements of the aesthetics of sequential imagery. Provides practical experience in two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional animation. Exposes the student to a variety of animation techniques. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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ART 204 - Animation II 4 credits Builds on the student’s skills in the techniques of animation developed in ART 203 - Animation I . Emphasizes computer-generated, high-quality animations. Teaches the advanced techniques of two- and three-dimensional computer animation. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 203 .
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ART 208 - Video Techniques 3 credtis Addresses the fundamentals of video technology and non-linear video editing. Focuses on the aesthetics of time-code editing using current industry software. Teaches a student to shoot and capture video and record and edit sound, and combine artwork, animation, video, and sound in the creation of professional-quality original video projects. Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 2 hours per week Total: 4 hours per week
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ART 213 - Italian Art I 3 credits Surveys Italian art from Cimabue to Canaletto. Includes sculpture, painting, and architecture. Part I of II. Lecture: 3 hours.
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ART 217 - Graphic Design I 4 credits Focuses on creative concepts and skills necessary for graphic design problem solving using current technology. Includes techniques specific to computer applications for the production of print design using text and image. Part I of II. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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ART 218 - Graphic Design II 4 credits Builds on the studies completed in Graphic Design I. Teaches advanced problem solving skills, concept development and project management. Applies intermediate level production techniques to 2D and 3D graphic design using current technologies and principles of pre-press production. Part II of II. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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ART 241 - Painting I 3 credits Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Lecture: 1 hours. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 122 or divisional approval.
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ART 242 - Painting II 3 credits Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Lecture: 1 hours. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 122 or divisional approval.
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ART 243 - Watercolor I 3 credits Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Lecture: 2 hours. Studio instruction: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 131 or divisional approval.
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ART 244 - Watercolor II 3 credits Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Lecture: 2 hours. Studio instruction: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 131 or divisional approval.
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ART 245 - Portrait Painting 3 credits Explores portrait painting as representational and abstract art. Emphasizes analytical study of the head using a variety of mediums. Lecture: 2 hours. Studio instruction: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 141 and ART 121 .
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ART 246 - Figure Painting 3 credits Concentrates on the human figure as subject matter for painting. Emphasizes composition as it relates to figure study. Explores formal and informal approaches to include representation and abstraction using various painting media. Lecture: 2 hours. Studio instruction: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 141 and ART 121 .
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ART 247 - Painting Techniques for Illustrators 3 credits Introduces materials and techniques used by the illustrator. Includes water-soluble paints (watercolor, acrylic, gouache), oil-based paints, and mixed media. Lecture: 1 hour. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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ART 248 - Painting III 3 credits Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of representational and abstract painting as applied to the head/figure, still-life, landscape and other subject matter including non-objective painting. Gives additional instruction in color, composition, modeling, space and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to painting. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 242 to ART 248.
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ART 249 - Painting IV 3 credits Introduces advanced concepts and techniques of representational and abstract painting as applied to the head/figure, still-life, landscape and other subject matter including non-objective painting. Gives additional instruction in color, composition, modeling, space and perspective. Encourages individual approaches to painting. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 242 to ART 248 .
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ART 250 - History of Design 3 credits Surveys the development of graphic design and illustration with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Analyzes the work of outstanding designers and illustrators. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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ART 259 - Landscape Painting 3 credits Provides a comprehensive study of the techniques and approaches to the subject of landscape painting from the historic and current prospective. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): ART 122 .
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ART 263 - Interactive Design I 3 credits Focuses on conceptualization and problem solving for interactive design. Instructs students in techniques specific to web, multimedia for the web and other interactive design projects using current technology and standards. Interactive functionality and usability are covered. Part I of II. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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ART 287 - Portfolio and Resume Preparation 1 credit Focuses on portfolio preparation, resume writing and job interviewing for students. Recommended for final semester program students. Requires instructor’s approval. Lecture: 1 hour per week. Total: 1 hour per week
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ART 291 - Computerized Graphic Design I 4 credits Introduces students to using the computer as a publishing system. Examines stages of a publication from typesetting, laying out, creating and digitizing of illustrations and photographs, to the final printing. Requires students to write, design, illustrate and print pamphlets on the computer, including one full-color publication. Lecture: 2 hours. Studio instruction: 4 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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ART 296 - Museum Internship 3 credits Internship without pay with an approved museum, collection, or historic site, supervised and coordinated by the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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ART 298 - Seminar and Project 1 – 5 credits Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
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Basic Skills |
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BSK 1 - Whole Numbers 1 credit Covers whole number principles and computations. Credits not applicable toward graduation and are not eligible for financial aid. Lecture: 1 hour. Total: 1 hour per week.
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Biology |
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BIO 101 - General Biology I 4 credits Focuses on foundations in cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: Recitation and laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Readiness to enroll in ENG 111 plus completion of developmental math unit 1-3 or equivalent required or placement in unit 4 or above.
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BIO 102 - General Biology II 4 credits Focuses on diversity of life, anatomy and physiology of organisms, and ecosystem organization and processes in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part II of a two-course sequence. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: Recitation and laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101 .
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BIO 141 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 credits Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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BIO 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 credits Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs and systems of the human body. Integrates concepts of chemistry, physics and pathology. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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BIO 150 - Introductory Microbiology 4 credits Studies the general characteristics of microorganisms. Emphasizes their relationships to individual and community health. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: Recitation and laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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Business Management and Administration |
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BUS 100 - Introduction to Business 3 credits Presents a broad introduction to the functioning of business enterprise within the U.S. economic framework. Introduces economic systems, essential elements of business organization, production, human resource management, marketing, finance and risk management. Develops business vocabulary. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 111 - Principles of Supervision I 3 credits Teaches the fundamentals of supervision, including the primary responsibilities of the supervisor. Introduces factors relating to the work of supervisor and subordinates. Covers aspects of leadership, job management, work improvement, training and orientation, performance evaluation and effective employee/supervisor relationships. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 116 - Entrepreneurship 3 credits Presents the various steps considered necessary when going into business. Includes areas such as product-service analysis, market research evaluation, setting up books, ways to finance startup, operations of the business, development of business plans, buyouts versus starting from scratch, and franchising. Uses problems and cases to demonstrate implementation of these techniques. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 200 - Principles of Management 3 credits Teaches management and the management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Focuses on application of management principles to realistic situations managers encounter as they attempt to achieve organizational objectives. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 201 - Organizational Behavior 3 credits Presents a behaviorally oriented course combining the functions of management with the psychology of leading and managing people. Focuses on the effective use of human resources through understanding human motivation and behavior patterns, conflict management and resolution, group functioning and process, the psychology of decision-making, and the importance of recognizing and managing change. Lecture: 3 hours per week
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BUS 205 - Human Resource Management 3 credits Introduces employment, selection and placement of personnel, forecasting, job analysis, job descriptions, training methods and programs, employee evaluation systems, compensation, benefits and labor relations. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 220 - Introduction to Business Statistics 3 credits Introduces statistics as a tool in decision making. Emphasizes ability to collect, present and analyze data. Employs measures of central tendency and dispersion, statistical inference, index number and time series analysis. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 154
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BUS 234 - Supply Chain Management 3 credits Examines the process of planning, organizing, and controlling the flow of materials and services from supplier to end users/ customers. Focuses on coordinating supply management, operations and integrated logistics into a seamless pipeline to maintain a continual flow of products and services. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 236 - Communication in Management 3 credits Introduces the functions of communication in management with emphasis on gathering, organizing, and transmitting facts and ideas. Teaches the basic techniques of effective oral and written communication. Lecture: 3 hours per week. Total: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 241 - Business Law I 3 credits Develops a basic understanding of the US business legal environment. Introduces property and contract law, agency and partnership liability and government regulatory law. Students will be able to apply these legal principles to landlord/tenant disputes, consumer rights issues, employment relationships and other business transactions. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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BUS 266 - Production and Operations Management 3 credits Examines the process by which both goods and services- producing businesses, many not-for-profit institutions and governmental agencies transform resources into an end product to meet the demands of customers or clients. Includes a survey of some of the quantitative methods involved in the process. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 154.
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BUS 280 - Introduction to International Business 3 credits Studies the problems, challenges, and opportunities which arise when business operations or organizations transcend national boundaries. Examines the functions of international business in the economy, international and transnational marketing, production, and financial operations. Lecture: 3 hours per week
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BUS 298 - Seminar and Project 3 credits Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. May be repeated for credit. Lecture: 3 hours per week Variable hours.
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CHM 101 - Introductory Chemistry I 4 credits Emphasizes experimental and theoretical aspects of inorganic, organic and biological chemistry. Discusses general chemistry concepts as they apply to issues within our society and environment. Designed for the non-science major. Part I of II. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
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CHM 102 - Introductory Chemistry II 4 credits Emphasizes experimental and theoretical aspects of inorganic, organic and biological chemistry. Discusses general chemistry concepts as they apply to issues within our society and environment. Designed for the non-science major. Part II of II. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 101 .
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CHM 110 - Survey of Chemistry 3 credits Introduces the basic concepts of general, organic and biochemistry with emphasis on their applications to other disciplines. No previous chemistry background required. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHM 111 - General Chemistry I 4 credits Explores the fundamental laws, theories and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Students must attend both lecture and lab. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Must have completed or tested out of Developmental Math Modules 1-9 or equivalent and be MTH 161 ready.
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CHM 112 - General Chemistry II 4 credits Explores the fundamental laws, theories and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Students must attend both lecture and lab. Lecture: 3 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 111 .
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CHM 241 - Organic Chemistry I 3 credits Introduces fundamental chemistry of carbon compounds, including structures, physical properties, syntheses, and typical reactions. Emphasizes reaction mechanisms. Part I of II. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): CHM 112 .
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CHM 245 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory: I 2 credits Includes qualitative organic analysis. Part I of II. Lecture: 1 hour per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Total: 4 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Pre- or Co-requisite: CHM 241 .
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Childhood Development |
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CHD 118 - Language Arts for Young Children 3 credits Emphasizes the early development of children’s language and literacy skills. Presents techniques and methods for supporting all aspects of early literacy. Surveys children’s literature, and examines elements of promoting oral literacy, print awareness, phonological awareness, alphabetic principle, quality storytelling and story reading. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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CHD 119 - Introduction to Reading Methods 3 credits Focuses on promoting language and literacy skills as the foundation for emergent reading. Emphasizes phonetic awareness and alphabetic principles, print awareness and concepts, comprehension and early reading and writing. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 111 .
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CHD 120 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 credits Introduces early childhood development through activities and experiences in early childhood, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and primary programs. Investigates classroom organization and procedures and use of classroom time and materials, approaches to education for young children, professionalism and curricular procedures. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHD 145 - Methods and Materials for Teaching Art, Music and Movement to Children 3 credits Focuses on children’s exploration, play, and creative expression in the areas of art, music, and movement. Emphasis will be on developing strategies for using various open-ended media representing a range of approaches in creative thinking. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for exceptional children and English Language Learners. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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CHD 146 - Teaching Math, Science and Social Studies for Children 3 credits Provides experiences in content, methods, and materials for the development of math, science, and social studies skills in children. Emphasis will be on developing strategies for using various resources to facilitate children’s construction of knowledge. Addresses strategies for intervention and support for children with special needs and English Language Learners. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.
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CHD 165 - Observation and Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings 3 credits Focuses on observation as the primary method for gathering information about children in early childhood settings. Emphasizes development of skills in the implementation of a range of observation techniques. One hour seminar, 4 hours field placement. May be taken again for credit. Lecture: 1 hour. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.
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CHD 166 - Infant and Toddler Programs 3 credits Examines child growth and development from birth to 36 months. Focuses on development in the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language domains. Emphasizes the importance of the environment and relationships for healthy brain development during the child’s first three years of life. Investigates regulatory standards for infant/toddler caregiving. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHD 205 - Guiding the Behavior of Children 3 credits Explores the role of the early childhood educator in supporting emotional and social development of children, and in fostering a sense of community. Presents practical strategies for encouraging prosocial behavior, conflict resolution and problem solving. Emphasizes basic skills and techniques in child guidance. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHD 210 - Introduction to Exceptional Children 3 credits of needs and developmental abilities. Explores concepts of early intervention, inclusion, guiding behavior and adapting environments to meet children’s needs. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHD 215 - Models of Early Childhood Education Programs 3 credits Surveys and discusses the various models and theories of early childhood education programs including current trends and issues. Reviews state licensing and staff requirements. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHD 216 - Early Childhood Programs, School, and Social Change 3 credits Explores methods of developing positive, effective relations with families to enhance their developmental goals for children. Considers culture and other diverse needs, perspectives, and abilities of families and educators. Emphasizes advocacy and public policy awareness as an important role of early childhood educators. Describes risk factors and identifies community resources. Lecture: 3 hours per week.
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CHD 265 - Advanced Observation and Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings 3 credits Focuses on implementation of activity planning and observation of children through participation in early childhood settings. Emphasizes responsive teaching practices and assessment of children’s development. Reviews legal and ethical implications of working with children. Lecture: 1 hour per week. Laboratory: 4 hours.
Prerequisite(s): CHD 165 .
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