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2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Biology
  

  • BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and  classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
  

  • BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes.  Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
  

  • BIOL 1408 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading.
  

  • BIOL 1409 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    This course will provide a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans including evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity, and physiology.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
  

  • BIOL 1411 - General Botany (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Fundamental biological concepts relevant to plant pathology, life cycle, growth and development, structure and function, and cellular and molecular metabolism.  The role of plants in the environment, evolution, and phylogeny of major plant groups, algae, and fungi.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.  (This course is intended for science majors)

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
  

  • BIOL 1413 - General Zoology (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Fundamental biological concepts relevant to animals, including systematics, evolution, structure and function, cellular and molecular metabolism, reproduction, development, diversity, phylogeny, and ecology.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.  (This course is intended for science majors)

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
  

  • BIOL 1414 - Introduction to Biotechnology I

    Overview of classical genetics, DNA structure, the flow of genetic information, DNA replication, gene transcription, and protein translation.  Principles of major molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques, including restriction enzymes and their uses, major types of cloning vectors, construction of libraries, Southern and Northern blotting, hybridization, PCR, DNA typing.  Applications of these techniques in human health and welfare, medicine, agriculture, and the environment.  Introduction to the human genome project, gene therapy, molecular diagnostics, forensics, creation and uses of transgenic plants and animal cloning and of the ethical, legal, and social issues and scientific problems associated with these technologies.  Relevant practical exercises in the above areas.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
  

  • BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lab)

    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
    Co-requisite: BIOL 2301  
  

  • BIOL 2102 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lab)

    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics).

    Prerequisite: BIOL 2401  or BIOL 2301  and College level readiness in Reading
    Co-requisite: BIOL 2302  
  

  • BIOL 2120 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lab)

    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    This course covers basics of culture and identification of bacteria and microbial ecology. This course is primarily directed at pre-nursing and other pre-allied health majors and covers basics of microbiology. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
    Co-requisite: BIOL 2320  
  

  • BIOL 2289 - Academic Cooperative

    2 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in the biological sciences/life sciences. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of living organisms and their systems.
  

  • BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
    Co-requisite: BIOL 2101  
  

  • BIOL 2302 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis.

    Prerequisite: BIOL 2401  or BIOL 2301  and BIOL 2101 ; college level readiness in Reading
    Co-requisite: BIOL 2102  
  

  • BIOL 2320 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course covers basic microbiology and immunology and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms and acellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
    Co-requisite: BIOL 2120  
  

  • BIOL 2389 - Academic Cooperative

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in the biological sciences/life sciences. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of living organisms and their systems.
  
  
  

  • BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research.  Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.
  

  • BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    This lecture and lab course should combine all of the elements of BIOL 2320 Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture) and BIOL 2120 Microbiology for Non-Science Majors Laboratory (lab), including the learning outcomes listed for both courses.

    Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading

Business Management
  

  • BMGT 1301 - Supervision

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    The role of the supervisor. Includes managerial functions as applied to leadership, counseling, motivation, and human relations skills.
  

  • BMGT 1325 - Office Management

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Systems, procedures, and practices related to organizing and planning office work, supervising employee performance, and exercising leadership skills.
  

  • BMGT 1327 - Principles of Management

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Concepts, terminology, principles, theory, and issues in the field of management.
  

  • BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Discussion of ethical issues, the development of a moral frame of reference and the need for an awareness of social responsibility in management practices and business activities.  Includes ethical corporate responsibilities.
  

  • BMGT 1382 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General

    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 14 hours lab

    Career or related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.
  

  • BMGT 2288 - Internship

    2 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 8 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the tudent to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
  

  • BMGT 2303 - Problem Solving and Decision Making

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hours lab

    Decision making and problem solving processes in organizations, utilizing logical and creative problem solving techniques. Application of theory is provided by experiential activities using managerial decision tools.
  

  • BMGT 2310 - Financial Management

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Examination of accounting information to support managerial decision-making processes. Topics include managerial concepts and systems, various analyses for decision making, and planning and control.
  

  • BMGT 2331 - Principles of Quality Management

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Includes planning and implementing quality programs in an organization and analyzing cost / benefit of quality.  Also covers the impact of employee empowerment.

    Crosslisted: (Cross-listed with QCTC 1301 )
  

  • BMGT 2341 - Strategic Management

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Strategic management process including analysis of how organizations develop and implement a strategy for achieving organizational objectives in a changing environment.

    Prerequisite: BMGT 1327 .
  

  • BMGT 2382 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General

    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 20 hours lab

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. Cooperative education may be a paid or unpaid learning experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Students are responsible for their own transportation. (Capstone)

    Prerequisite: Acceptance into a business degree or certificate program and permission of instructor.
  

  • BMGT 2388 - Internship - Business Administration and Management, General

    3 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 9 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Prerequisite: This is a capstone course and should be taken in the student’s last semester.
  

  • ITSC 1315 - Project Management Software

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Use of project management software for developing a project plan including timelines, milestones, scheduling, life cycle phases, management frameworks, skills, processes, and tools.

Business - Non-Transfer
  

  • BUSG 1304 - Financial Literacy

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A study of the financial principles when managing financial affairs.  Includes topics such as budgeting, retirement, property ownership, savings, and investment planning.
  

  • BUSG 1307 - Entrepreneurship and Economic Development

    3 semester hours
    3 hour lecture, 0 hours lab

    Overview of entrepreneurship as an economic development strategy. Includes community support systems for entrepreneurs.
  

  • BUSG 1311 - Explore Entrepreneurship

    3 semester hours
    3 hour lecture, 0 hours lab

    Overview of business startups, idea identification, value proposition, and competitive advantages.
  

  • BUSG 2309 - Small Business Management / Entrepreneurship

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Starting, operating, and growing a small business.  Includes essential management skills, how to prepare a business plan, accounting, financial needs, staffing, marketing strategies, and legal issues.
  

  • BUSI 1307 - Personal Finance

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Personal and family accounts, budgets and budgetary control, bank accounts, charge accounts, borrowing, investing, insurance, standards of living, renting or home ownership, and wills and trust plans.  Note:  This course is not part of the business field of study and may not transfer toward a degree in business.

Business - Transfer
  

  • BUSI 1301 - Business Principles

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life.
  

  • BUSI 2301 - Business Law

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution, and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law, the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution, state and federal legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context.
  

  • BUSI 2304 - Business Report Writing and Correspondence

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Theory and applications for technical reports and correspondence in business.

Building/Property Maintenance and Manager
  

  • CBFM 1293 - Special Topics in Painter and Wall Coverer

    2 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
  

  • CBFM 1411 - Building Maintenance I

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Basic principles of residential and commercial maintenance and repair. Emphasis on safety, materials, and tool identification.
  

  • CBFM 2317 - Mechanical Maintenance

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    General principles of mechanical and electrical systems as related to inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance of facility equipment.

Child Development Education Classes
  

  • CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A study of the fundamentals developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children birth through age eight.
  

  • CDEC 1319 - Child Guidance

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting prosocial behaviors with individual and groups of children.  Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement, and cultural influences.
  

  • CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to three years), including an overview of development, quality routines, learning environments, materials and activities, and teaching / guidance techniques.
  

  • CDEC 1323 - Observation and Assessment

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    A study of observation skills, assessment techniques, and documentation of children’s development.
  

  • CDEC 1356 - Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum to children from birth through age eight.
  

  • CDEC 1358 - Creative Arts for Early Childhood

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking for children birth through age eight.
  

  • CDEC 1359 - Children with Special Needs

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues.
  

  • CDEC 1380 - Cooperative Education - Child Care Provider/Assistant

    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 14 hours lab

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.
  

  • CDEC 2286 - Internship – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant

    2 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 11 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and employer. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Students provide their own transportation for these external work experiences.

    Prerequisite: (CDEC 2341  co-requisite) and CDEC 1313 .
  

  • CDEC 2287 - Internship II – Child Development and Early Childhood or Provider Assistant

    2 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 11 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and employer. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Students provide their own transportation for these external work experiences.

    Prerequisite: CDEC 2286 , final course.
  

  • CDEC 2304 - Child Abuse and Neglect

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Methods used in the identification of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect with an emphasis on developing skills for working with children and families. Includes methods of referral to public and private agencies that deal with investigation and treatment.
  

  • CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play.
  

  • CDEC 2315 - Diverse Cultural/Multilingual Education

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    An overview of diverse cultural and multilingual education including familial relationships, community awareness, diversity, and the needs of each and every child.
  

  • CDEC 2326 - Administration of Programs for Children I

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Application of management procedures for early care and education programs. Includes planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics cover philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication.
  

  • CDEC 2341 - The School Age Child

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    A study of programs for the school age child, including an overview of development, learning environments, materials, activities, and guidance techniques.
  

  • CDEC 2386 - Internship - Child and Care Provider / Assistant

    3 semester hours
    0 hours lecture, 9 hours lab

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Prerequisite: This is a capstone course and should be taken in the student’s last semester. A background check may be required for this course.

Computer Engineering Technology/ Technician
  

  • CETT 1402 - Electricity Principles

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Principles of electricity including proper use of test equipment, A/C and D/C circuits, and component theory and operation.
  

  • CETT 1409 - DC-AC Circuits

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Fundamentals of DC circuits and AC circuits operation including Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, networks, transformers, resonance, phasors, capacitive and inductive, and circuit analysis techniques.

Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I (lab)

    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1311 ; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

    Co-requisite: CHEM 1311  
  

  • CHEM 1112 - General Chemistry II (lab)

    1 semester hour
    0 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1312 ; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, chemical instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

    Co-requisite: CHEM 1312  
  

  • CHEM 1305 - Introductory Chemistry I (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for non-science and allied health students.

    Prerequisite: Students must demonstrate college-readiness (Texas Success Initiative) in reading and math before enrolling in this course.
  

  • CHEM 1311 - General Chemistry I (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering; topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases, and an introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1314  —College Algebra or equivalent academic preparation High school chemistry is strongly recommended; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.
  

  • CHEM 1312 - General Chemistry II (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Chemical equilibrium; phase diagrams and spectrometry; acid-base concepts; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.
  

  • CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for non-science and allied health students.

    Prerequisite: Students must demonstrate college-readiness (Texas Success Initiative) in reading and mathematics before enrolling in this course.
  

  • CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    This lecture and lab course should combine all of the elements of 1311 General Chemistry I Lecture and 1111 General Chemistry I Lab, including the learning outcomes listed for both courses.

    Prerequisite: MATH 1314  —College Algebra or equivalent academic preparation High school chemistry is strongly recommended Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in CHEM 1311; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.
  

  • CHEM 1412 - General Chemistry II (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab

    Lecture: Chemical equilibrium; phase diagrams and spectrometry; acid-base concepts; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Lab: Basic laboratory experiments supporting theoretical principles presented in lecture component; introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, chemical instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and preparation of laboratory reports.

    Prerequisite: CHEM 1411 .
  

  • CHEM 2323 - Organic Chemistry I (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Fundamental principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, bonding, properties, and reactivity of organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS IN SCIENCE OR PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

    Prerequisite: CHEM 1312  
  

  • CHEM 2325 - Organic Chemistry II (lecture)

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Advanced principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, properties, and reactivity of aliphatic and aromatic organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS IN SCIENCE OR PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

    Prerequisite: CHEM 2323  
  

  • CHEM 2423 - Organic Chemistry I (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    Fundamental principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, bonding, properties, and reactivity of organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS IN SCIENCE OR PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS. Laboratory activities will reinforce these components. Methods for the purification and identification of organic compounds will be examined.

    Prerequisite: CHEM 1412 .
  

  • CHEM 2425 - Organic Chemistry II (lecture + lab)

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    Advanced principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, properties, and reactivity of aliphatic and aromatic organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. THIS COURSE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS IN SCIENCE OR PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS. Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.

    Prerequisite: CHEM 2423 .

Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
  

  • CNBT 1281 - Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering Technology / Technician

    2 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 8 hours lab

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.
  

  • CNBT 1300 - Residential and Light Commercial Construction Drawings

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Introduction to construction drawings with a focus on residential and light commercial construction.
  

  • CNBT 1302 - Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical Systems in Construction I

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    A presentation of the basic mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components in construction and their relationship to residential and light commercial buildings.
  

  • CNBT 1311 - Construction Methods and Materials I

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Introduction to construction materials and methods and their applications.
  

  • CNBT 1313 - Concrete I

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Various techniques for concrete utilization in residential and light commercial construction.
  

  • CNBT 1316 - Construction Technology I

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Introduction to site preparation, foundations, form work, safety, tools, and equipment.
  

  • CNBT 1318 - Construction Tools and Techniques

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Comprehensive study of the selection and use of hand tools, portable power and stationary power tools and related construction equipment.
  

  • CNBT 1342 - Building Codes and Inspections

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Building codes and standards applicable to building construction and inspection processes.
  

  • CNBT 1346 - Construction Estimating I

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Fundamentals of estimating materials, equipment, and labor costs in construction.
  

  • CNBT 1350 - Construction Technology II

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Framing in residential and light commercial construction. Includes safety, tools, and equipment used in floor, wall, ceiling, and roof framing methods and systems.

    Prerequisite/Co-requisite: CNBT 1316  
  

  • CNBT 1380 - Cooperative Education - Construction Engineering

    3 semester hours
    1 hour lecture, 14 hours lab

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of a college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning and work experience. Includes a lecture component.
  

  • CNBT 1413 - Concrete I

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Various techniques for concrete utilization in residential and light commercial construction.
     
  

  • CNBT 1416 - Construction Technology I

    4 semester hours
    2 lecture 4 hours lab

    Introduction to site preparation, foundations, form work, safety, tools, and equipment.
  

  • CNBT 1450 - Construction Technology II

    4 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    Framing in residential and light commercial construction. Includes safety, tools, and equipment used in floor, wall, ceiling, and roof framing methods and systems.
  

  • CNBT 2317 - Green Building

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Methods and materials used for buildings that conserve energy, water, and human resources.
  

  • CNBT 2339 - Construction Technology IV

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Interior finish for residential and light commercial construction.
  

  • CNBT 2342 - Construction Management I

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Overview of the construction industry and management skills on the job site. Topics include written and oral communications, leadership and motivation, problem solving, and decision making.
  

  • CNBT 2417 - Green Building

    4 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Methods and materials used for buildings that conserve energy, water, and human resources.
  

  • CNBT 2439 - Construction Technology IV

    4 semester hours
    2 lecture 4 hours lab

    Interior finish for residential and light commercial construction.

Communications
  

  • COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communications

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Survey of basic content and structural elements of mass media and their functions and influences on society.
  

  • COMM 1316 - News Photography I

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Problems and practices of photography for newspapers. Includes instruction in camera and equipment operation and maintenance, film and plate developing, and printing media.
  

  • COMM 1317 - News Photography II

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

    Continuation of COMM 1316 . Problems and practices of photography for newspapers. Includes instruction in camera and equipment operation and maintenance, film and plate developing, and printing media.

    Prerequisite: COMM 1316  or consent of instructor.
  

  • COMM 2311 - Media Writing

    3 semester hours
    2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab

    Fundamentals of writing news for the mass media. Includes instruction in professional methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering content.
  

  • COMM 2327 - Introduction to Advertising

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab

    Fundamentals of advertising including marketing theory and strategy, copy writing, design, and selection of media.

Computer Science
  

  • COSC 1315 - Introduction to Computer Programming

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Introduction to computer programming for solving a variety of problems. This course is intended for non-computer science and non-computer engineering majors. Emphasis on the fundamentals of design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation of computer programs. Includes problem solving with structured techniques and algorithms using pseudo code and/or graphical representations.
  

  • COSC 1320 - “C” Programming I

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming in the C language. Topics include data types; control structures; functions, structures, arrays, pointers, pointer arithmetic, unions, and files; the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging programs; introduction to programming; and introduction to the historical and social context of computing.
  

  • COSC 1336 - Programming Fundamentals I

    3 semester hours
    3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab

    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming, and provides a comprehensive introduction to programming for computer science and technology majors. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging.  This course assumes computer literacy. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science)
 

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