May 18, 2024  
2022-2023 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2022-2023 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbers

Course numbers appear before the course titles. Courses numbered 1 – 99 are developmental courses. The credits earned in these courses cannot be applied toward a degree, certificate or diploma. Courses numbered 100 – 299 can be applied to an appropriate associate degree program, and they may also be used in certificate programs.

Course Credits

Course credits are provided after the course titles. One credit is equivalent to a total of 750 minutes of instruction.

Course Hours

The number of lecture and laboratory hours is shown at the end of each course description. The total number of lecture and laboratory hours is referred to as “contact” hours since it reflects the time spent each week under the supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisites and Corequisites

Prerequisites are identified in the course description and must normally be met prior to enrollment. If a corequisite is identified, it means the two courses should be taken at the same time.

 

Business Management and Administration

  
  • BUS 209 - Continuous Quality Improvement


    3 credits
    Presents the different philosophies in Quality Control. Introduces students to Process Improvement, Team Development, Consensus Building, and Problem-Solving strategies. Identifies methods for Process Improvement in manufacturing and service organizations which includes Statistical Process Control when used in the quality control function of business and industry. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • 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
  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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

  
  • BUS 295 - CAPM/PMP Exam prep


    3 credits
    Provides the student the opportunity to apply for and to take the CAPM or PMP certification exams from PMI. Students perform intensive study prior to taking the certification exam.  Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • 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.


Chemistry

  
  • CHM 101 - Introductory Chemistry


    4 credits
    Explores the experimental and theoretical concepts of general chemistry while emphasizing scientific reasoning, critical and analytical thinking.  Designed for the non-science major. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Part I of II.

     
    Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Total: 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Ready for MTH 154  (or MDE 54  + MTH 154 ).
  
  • 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.

    CHM 110 is primarily intended for students enrolled in the funeral services and veterinary technician curricula and does not satisfy the laboratory science requirement. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • 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 earn a grade of C or higher in the lecture portion of the course to earn an overall grade of C or higher. Part I of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Total: 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Ready for ENG 111   (or EDE 11  + ENG 111 ) AND ready for MTH 161  or (MDE 61  + MTH 161 ).
  
  • 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 earn a grade of C or higher in the lecture portion of the course to earn an overall grade of C or higher. Part II of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Lecture: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Total: 6 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 111  with a grade of C or higher. 
  
  • 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  with grade of C or better.
  
  • CHM 242 - Organic Chemistry II


    3 credits
    Introduces fundamental chemistry of carbon compounds, including structures, physical properties, syntheses and typical reactions. Emphasizes reaction mechanisms. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 241  with grade of C or better.
  
  • CHM 245 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory: I


    2 credits
    Introduces various methods and procedures used in present day organic laboratories.  Covers the general techniques, organic synthesis, and the use of common spectroscopic instrumentation; synthesizing a variety of compounds; and analyzing the products through physical properties and spectroscopy.  Part I of II.  Lecture: 1 hour per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Total: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 112  with a grade of C or better.

    Co-requisite: CHM 241 .

  
  • CHM 246 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II


    2 credits
    Introduces various methods and procedures used in present day organic laboratories.  Covers the general techniques, organic synthesis, and the use of common spectroscopic instrumentation; synthesizing a variety of compounds; and analyzing the products through physical properties and spectroscopy. Part II of II.  Lecture: 1 hour per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week. Total: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 245 

    Co-requisite: CHM 242 .


Childhood Development

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • CHD 145 - 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.

  
  • CHD 146 - 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.

  
  • 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. Includes 40 hours of field placement in early learning setting.

    Seminar 2 hours. Field placement 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

      Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • CHD 210 - Introduction to Exceptional Children


    3 credits
    Reviews the history of and legal requirements for providing intervention and educational services for young children with special needs. Studies the characteristics of children with a diverse array 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.

  
  • 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.

  
  • 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. Supports the student in creating a professional educational portfolio. Includes 40 hours of field placement in early learning setting.

    Students must get approval from the instructor to enroll in the course. 

    Seminar 2 hours. Field Placement 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

      Total: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHD 118 CHD 120 CHD 145 CHD 146 CHD 165 , CHD 166 CHD 205 CHD 210 CHD 216 CHD 270 , EDU 200 EDU 235 , or with instructor’s approval. 

  
  • CHD 270 - Administration of Child Care Programs


    3 credits
    Examines the skills needed for establishing and managing early childhood programs. Emphasizes professionalism and interpersonal skills, program planning, staff selection and development, creating policies, budgeting, and developing forms for recordkeeping.

     

     

      Lecture: 3 hours per week. Total: 3 hours per week.


Chinese

  
  • CHI 101 - Beginning Chinese I


    5 credits
    Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills; emphasizes basic Chinese sentence structure. Lecture: 5 hours per week.

  
  • CHI 102 - Beginning Chinese II


    5 credits
    Introduces understanding, speaking, reading, and writing skills; emphasizes basic Chinese sentence structure. Lecture: 5 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHI 101 .
  
  • CHI 201 - Intermediate Chinese I


    4 credits
    Offers intensive practice in comprehending and speaking Chinese, with emphasis on developing structure and fluency. Lecture: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CHI 102 . Part I of II.
  
  • CHI 202 - Intermediate Chinese II


    4 credits
    Offers intensive practice in comprehending and speaking Chinese, with emphasis on developing structure and fluency. Lecture: 4 hours per week

    Prerequisite(s): CHI 201 . Part II of II.

Civil Engineering

  
  • CIV 171 - Surveying I


    3 credits
    Introduces surveying equipment, procedures and computations including adjustment of instruments, distance measurement, leveling, angle measurement, traversing, traverse adjustments, area computations and introduction to topography. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Engineering Technical Mathematics or divisional approval.
  
  • CIV 172 - Surveying II


    3 credits
    Introduces surveys for transportation systems including the preparation and analysis of topographic maps, horizontal and vertical curves, earthwork and other topics related to transportation construction. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CIV 171  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • CIV 190 - Coordinated Internship


    3 credits
    Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Total: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CIV 195 - Erosion Control and Storm Water


    3 credits
    Presents the basic fundamentals of erosion and sediment control to the practical problems of drainage design. The use of design aids with supportive theory is stressed to insure an understanding of the background, the theory of development, basic assumptions and limitations of the various methods of controlling storm water run off and limiting sediment erosion across a site. Lecture: 3 hours. Total: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CIV 196 - On-Site Training


    1 - 5 credits
    Specializes in career orientation and training program (without pay) supervised and coordinated by the College in selected local businesses and industries. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.

  
  • CIV 241 - Applied Hydraulics and Drainage I


    3 credits
    Presents the basic fundamentals of hydrology and hydraulics to the practical problems of drainage design. The use of design aids with supportive theory is stressed to insure an understanding of the background, the theory of development, basic assumptions and limitations of the various methods of estimating storm water run off and hydraulic structure design. Part I of II. Lecture: 3 hours. Total: 3 hours per week.


Communication Studies and Theatre

  
  • CST 100 - Principles of Public Speaking


    3 credits
    Applies theory and principles of public address with an emphasis on preparation and on the extemporaneous method of delivery. The assignments in the course require college-level reading and analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through written reports, including the production of at least one APA/MLA-formatted individual writing assignment. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 110 - Introduction to Communication


    3 credits
    Examines the elements affecting human communication in individual (e.g., intrapersonal, interpersonal), small group, and public communication contexts with an emphasis on the practice of communication skills in each context. The assignments in the course require college-level reading and analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through written reports including the production of at least one APA/MLA-formatted individual writing assignment. This is a UCGS transfer course.  Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 111 - Voice and Diction I


    3 credits
    Enables students to improve pronunciation, articulation, and voice quality. Includes applied phonetics. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 112 - Voice and Diction II


    3 credits
    Continued improvement of pronunciation, articulation, and voice quality with a focus towards applying these skills to text. Includes applied phonetics and dialect work. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours per week Lecture: 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CST 111  
  
  • CST 114 - Survey of Mass Media


    3 credits
    Examines the history and current understanding of mass communication. Covers print media (newspapers, magazines, and books), electronic media (radio, television, film, the Internet), advertising, public relations, and mass media theory, research, and ethics. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 130 - Introduction to the Theatre


    3 credits
    Surveys the principles of drama, the development of theatre production, and selected plays to acquaint the student with various types of theatrical presentations. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 131 - Acting I


    3 credits
    Develops personal resources and explores performance skills through such activities as theatre games, role playing, improvisation, work on basic script units and performance of scenes. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

  
  • CST 132 - Acting II


    3 credits
    Develops personal resources and explores performance skills through such activities as theatre games, role playing, improvisation, work on basic script units and performance of scenes. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

  
  • CST 136 - Theatre/Musical Workshop


    1 credit
    Enables students to work in various activities of a play production or a musical production including performance, orchestra, set design, stage carpentry, sound, costuming, lighting, stage managing, props, promotion, or stage crew.   Credit will not be awarded for both. May be repeated for credit. This course is cross-listed with MUS 129 . Variable hours per week.

  
  • CST 140 - Acting for the Camera


    3 credits
    Explores the practical and artistic elements involved in acting for the camera through such activities as: performance of commercial, film and television scripts, developing knowledge of the technical side of camera work and the study of the business of acting. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CST 145 - Stagecraft


    3 credits
    Acquaints the student with fundamental methods, materials, and techniques of set construction for the stage. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CST 147 - Costume Construction


    3 credits
    Introduces students to the basic techniques, materials and methods of theatrical costume construction. Covers hand sewing, machine sewing, familiarity with different types of materials and their uses, the use of patterns, shop safety, distressing techniques and wardrobe duties. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CST 149 - Introduction to Make-Up for the Theatre


    3 credits
    Introduces students to the basic anatomy of the human face, and the methods, materials and techniques used to alter the appearance of themselves and others through the use of the fundamentals of stage makeup and prosthetics used to create different characters and looks for different styles and types of theatrical productions. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CST 151 - Film Appreciation I


    3 credits
    Provides students with a critical understanding of film through the discussion and viewing of motion pictures with emphasis upon the study of film history and the forms and functions of film. Students will develop skills to analyze the shared social, cultural and historical influences of films and their contexts. Part I of II. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 160 - Improvisation I


    3 credits
    Explores the basic techniques of improvisation through short and long form exercises and the study of the history of improvisation and improvisation theory and practices. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 161 - Improvisation II


    3 credits
    Explores the basic techniques of improvisation through short and long form exercises and the study of the history of improvisation and improvisation theory and practices. Includes more extensive study of long form and in-depth character development. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 195 - Portfolio and Career Preparation


    1 credit
    This course is designed to aid students in preparing to enter theatrical fields. Students will work on résumé and portfolio preparation and learn about possible careers. Recommended for final semester program students. Lecture: 1 hour. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 210 - Theatre Aesthetics


    3 credits
    Introduces the study of theatre aesthetics through exploration into the theatrical theories, styles, dramaturgical structures, and types of dramatic literature, which have influenced playwriting and theatrical practice from the ancient Greek to Modern periods. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 211 - Acting lll


    3 credits
    Continues the development of performance skills through theatre exercises, scene and monologue work, and exploration of personalized character work as it applies to modern acting. Part lll of lV. Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 3 hours per week Total: 5 hours per week

  
  • CST 212 - Acting lV


    3 credits
    Continues the development of performance skills through theatre exercises, scene and monologue work, and exploration of personalized character work as it applies to modern acting. Emphasizes the study of classical texts and acting styles such as Greek, Elizabethan, Realism, and Anti-Realism movements. Part lV of lV. Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 3 hours per week Total: 5 hours per week

  
  • CST 221 - Public Relations


    3 credits
    Introduces public relations as a marketing activity and focuses on media relations, publicity, strategic planning, public relations research, communication with multiple audiences, and the elements of an effective public relations campaign to influence public opinion. Equips students with the basic skills for writing publicity materials and coordinating public relations campaigns and media kits. This course is cross-listed with MKT 221. Credit will not be awarded for both. Lecture: 3 hours per week

    Prerequisite(s): CST 100  or divisional approval.
  
  • CST 228 - Writing Across Media


    3 credits
    Provides instruction in writing and reporting techniques within various professional media fields, to include public relations, advertising, print, broadcast, and online journalism. Focuses on information gathering, developing appropriate and accurate stories, journalistic storytelling, grammar, Associated Press Style, and knowledge of current affairs.  Lecture: 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CST 100  and ENG 112  or divisional approval.
  
  • CST 231 - History of Theatre I


    3 credits
    Analyzes and studies theatre history to include architecture, performers and performance, playwrights, stage, production methods and audience from the Greeks through modern drama. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 237 - Movement l


    3 credits
    Introduces the basic techniques and theories of stage movment for the purpose of creating truthful physical behavior in the theatre. Part l of ll. Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 2 hours per week Total: 4 hours per week

  
  • CST 238 - Movement ll


    3 credits
    Continues the study of creating truthful physical behavior in the theatre leading toward the competent application of movement to characters and text. Part ll of ll. Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 2 hours per week Total: 4 hours per week

  
  • CST 245 - Basic Lighting


    3 credits
    Studies basic techniques and methods of lighting design for the stage. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CST 256 - Costume Design


    3 credits
    Introduces students to the basics of theatrical costume design including script analysis, theory, research, visual creation and presentation, use of construction techniques in design consideration, budgeting, collaboration and the importance of historical periods in art and fashion Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CST 258 - Scenic Design


    3 credits
    Introduces students to the basics of theatrical scene design including script analysis, theory, research, visual creation and presentation, construction techniques, difficulty and budgeting, collaboration and the importance of historical periods in art and architecture. Lecture: 2 hours.


Computer Science

  
  • CSC 200 - Introduction To Computer Science


    3 credits
    Provides broad introduction to computer science. Discusses architecture and function of computer hardware, including networks and operating systems, data and instruction representation and data organization. Covers software, algorithms, programming languages and software engineering. Discusses artificial intelligence and theory of computation. Includes a hand-on component. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): MTH 161.
  
  • CSC 201 - Computer Science I


    4 credits
    Introduces algorithm and problem solving methods. Emphasizes structured programming concepts, elementary data structures and the study and use of a high level programming language. Lecture: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): Pre-requisite or co-requisite: MTH 263 .
  
  • CSC 202 - Computer Science II


    4 credits
    Examines data structures and algorithm analysis. Covers data structures (including sets, strings, stacks, queues, arrays, records, files, linked lists, and trees), abstract data types, algorithm analysis (including searching and sorting methods), and file structures. Lecture: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CSC 201 .

     

  
  • CSC 205 - Computer Organization


    3 credits
    Examines the hierarchical structure of computer architecture. Focuses on multi-level machine organization. Uses a simple assembler language to complete programming projects. Includes processors, instruction, execution, addressing techniques, data representation and digital logic. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CSC 221   
  
  • CSC 208 - Introduction to Discrete Structures


    3 credits
    Covers Boolean algebra, combinatorial and sequential circuits, algorithms and algorithm analysis, recursion, recurrence relations, graphs, and trees. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CSC 221 - Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming


    3 credits
    Introduces problem solving and implementation of solutions using a high level programming language in a structured programming environment. Includes concepts and practice of structured programming, problem-solving, top-down design of algorithms, a high level programming language syntax, control structures, arrays, and an introduction into object oriented programming. First course in a three-course sequence (CSC 221, CSC 222CSC 223). The assignments in this course require mathematical problem solving skills, algebraic modeling and functions, and use of variables. Lecture: 3 hours. Total: 3 hours per week.

  
  • CSC 222 - Object-Oriented Programming


    4 credits
    Introduces the concepts of techniques of object-oriented programming to students with a background in procedural programming and problem solving. Uses a high-level computer language to illustrate and implement the topics. Second course in a three-course sequence. (CSC 221 , CSC 222,  CSC 223 ).  Lecture: 4 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CSC 221  or equivalent, or departmental consent.
  
  • CSC 223 - Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms


    4 credits
    Explores and contrasts data structures, algorithms for manipulating data structures, and their use and appropriateness in writing efficient real-world programming applications. Investigates implementations of different data structures for efficient searching, sorting, and other transformer operations. Third course in a three-course sequence (CSC 221  CSC 222 , CSC 223). Lecture: 4 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CSC 222  or departmental consent. Corequisite: CSC 208  or equivalent.

Computer-Aided Drafting and Design

  
  • CAD 151 - Engineering Drawing Fundamentals I


    3 credits
    Introduces technical drafting from the fundamentals through advanced drafting practices. Includes lettering, geometric construction, technical sketching, orthographic projection, sections, intersections, development, fasteners. Teaches theory and application of dimensioning and tolerances, pictorial drawing, and preparation of drawings. Part I of II. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 151 and DRF 151.) Lecture: 1 hour. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

  
  • CAD 152 - Engineering Drawing Fundamentals II


    3 credits
    Introduces technical drafting from the fundamentals through advanced drafting practices. Includes lettering, geometric construction, technical sketching, orthographic projection, sections, intersections, development, fasteners. Teaches theory and application of dimensioning and tolerances, pictorial drawing, and preparation of drawings. Part II of II. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 152 and DRF 152.) Lecture: 1 hour. Laboratory: 4 hours. Total: 5 hours per week.

  
  • CAD 195 - AutoCAD Update


    1 credit
    Introduces new draw and modify commands accessed through the ribbon. New features of the interface and AutoCAD WS will be presented The course provides applications of annotation scaling and productivity tips in using the new interface. Lecture: 1 hour per week

  
  • CAD 201 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design I


    3 credits
    Teaches computer-aided drafting concepts and equipment designed to develop a general understanding of components of a typical CAD system and its operation. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 201 and DRF 201.) Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CAD 202 - Computer Aided Drafting and Design II


    3 credits
    Teaches production drawings and advanced operations in computer aided drafting. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 202 and DRF 202.) Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

    Prerequisite(s): CAD 201  or CAD 151 .
  
  • CAD 231 - Computer Aided Drafting I


    3 credits
    Teaches computer aided drafting concepts and equipment designed to develop a general understanding of components and operate a typical CAD system. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 231 and DRF 231.) Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CAD 235 - Applications for Additive Manufacturing


    3 credits
    Teaches advanced skills in 3D parametric modeling for the purpose of digital and rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing. Focuses on proper techniques to construct 3D models and assemblies for 3D printing, molding, and casting. Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4-hours per week.

  
  • CAD 241 - Parametric Solid Modeling I


    3 credits
    Focuses on teaching students the design of parts by parametric solid modeling. Topics covered will include, but not limited to, sketch profiles; geometric and dimensional constraints; 3-D features; model generation by extrusion, revolution and sweep; and the creation of 2-D drawing views that include sections, details and auxiliary. Part I of II. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 241 and DRF 241.) Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CAD 242 - Parametric Solid Modeling ll


    3 credits
    Focuses on teaching students the design of parts by parametric solid modeling. Topics covered will include, but not limited to, sketch profiles; geometric and dimensional constraints; 3-D features; model generation by extrusion, revolution and sweep; and the creation of 2-D drawing views that include sections, details and auxiliary. Part II of II. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 242 and DRF 242.) Lecture: 2 hours per week Laboratory: 2 hours per week Total: 4 hours per week

    Prerequisite(s): CAD 241  or instructor permission.
  
  • CAD 260 - Computer Applications for Surveyors and Technicians


    3 credits
    Studies and evaluates numerous COGO software and associated drafting packages. Includes calculations and drafting of traverse adjustment, subdivision, and curves. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 260 and DRF 260.) Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.

  
  • CAD 262 - Computer-Aided Civil Design and Hydrology


    3 credits
    Introduces computer-aided-design for civil/surveying as applied to highway design, site layout, advanced, highway design, hydrology tools, watershed analysis, and pipe sizing. (Credit will not be awarded for both CAD 262 and DRF 262.) Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 2 hours. Total: 4 hours per week.


Criminal Justice

  
  • ADJ 100 - Survey of Criminal Justice


    3 credits
    Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components-law enforcement, judiciary and corrections. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 105 - The Juvenile Justice System


    3 credits
    Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation methods and current trends. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 111 - Law Enforcement Organization and Administration I


    3 credits
    Teaches the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Studies the management of line operations, staff and auxiliary services, investigative and juvenile units. Introduces the concept of data processing; examines policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertaining to crime prevention. Surveys concepts of protection of life and property, detection of offenses and apprehension of offenders. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 133 - Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional


    3 credits
    Examines ethical dilemmas pertaining to the criminal justice system, including those in policing, courts and corrections. Focuses on some of the specific ethical choices that must be made by the criminal justice professional. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 140 - Introduction to Corrections


    3 credits
    Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional activities and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 145 - Corrections and the Community


    3 credits
    Studies and evaluates the relationships and interactions between correctional organizations and free society. Focuses on the shared responsibility of the community and corrections agencies to develop effective programs of management and treatment of criminal offenders. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 160 - Police Response to Critical Incidents


    3 credits
    Provides a basic introduction to incident command and emerging trends. Addresses bomb threats; hostage/barricade situations; attacks on institutions such as schools and hospitals; criminal hazmat; terrorist, militia/paramilitary, and extended crime scene evidence collection scenarios; and other long term or large scale events. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 170 - Street Gangs and Law Enforcement


    3 credits
    Teaches the philosophy and history of gangs in America through the eyes of law enforcement, courts, corrections and the citizenry. Examines methods by which law enforcement defines the gang problem and intervenes in gang membership. Explores gang globalization; differentiates street gangs and terrorist cells. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 201 - Criminology


    3 credits
    Studies current and historical data pertaining to criminal and other deviant behavior. Examines theories that explain crime and criminal behavior in human society. Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 211 - Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures I


    3 credits
    Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American court systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 227 - Constitutional Law for Justice Personnel


    3 credits
    Surveys the basic guarantees of liberty described in the U.S. Constitution and the historical development of these restrictions on government power, primarily through U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Reviews rights of free speech, press, assembly, as well as criminal procedure guarantees (to counsel, jury trial, habeas corpus, etc.) as they apply to the activities of those in the criminal justice system. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 228 - Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs


    3 credits
    Surveys the historical and current usage of narcotics and dangerous drugs. Teaches the identification and classification of such drugs and emphasizes the symptoms and effects on their users. Examines investigative methods and procedures utilized in law enforcement efforts against illicit drug usage. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 229 - Law Enforcement and the Community


    3 credits
    Considers current efforts by law enforcement personnel to achieve an effective working relationship with the community. Surveys and analyzes various interactive approaches of law enforcement agencies and the citizenry they serve. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 236 - Principles of Criminal Investigation


    3 credits
    Surveys the fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Examines crime scene search, collecting, handling and preserving of evidence. Lecture: 3 hours per week.

  
  • ADJ 241 - Correctional Law


    3 credits
    Studies the legal rights and obligations of the convict- probationer, inmate, and parolee. Surveys methods of enforcing both rights and obligations and the responsibilities of corrections agencies and personnel under correctional law (constitutional, statutory, and regulatory provisions). Lecture: 3 hours per week.

 

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