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2014-2015 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Biology |
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BIOL 1309 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 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.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 1109
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BIOl 1311 - General Botany (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 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. (This course is intended for science majors)
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 1111
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BIOL 1313 - General Zoology (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Fundamental biological concepts relevant to animals, including systematics, evolution, structure and funcation, cellular and molecular metabolism, reproduction, development, diversity, phylogeny, and ecology. (This course is intended for science majors)
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 1113
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BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy I
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the chemical, physical, and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet applications.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
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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
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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
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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 activites will reinforce these components.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading.
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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 physilogy. Laboratory activities will reinforce these components.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
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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
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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
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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
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BIOL 2101 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lab)
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Study of the structure and function of the human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. This course is designed to meet the requirements for physical education and Health Professions students.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 2301
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BIOL 2102 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lab)
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Study of the structure and function of the human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. This course is designed to meet the requirements for physical education and Health Professions students.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2301 and College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 2302
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BIOL 2120 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lab)
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Study of the morphology, physiology, and taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a brief preview of food microbes, public health, and immunology. Designed to meet the needs of health professions, home economics, and physical education majors, and not for biology majors.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 2320
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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.
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BIOL 2301 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the structure and function of the human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. This course is designed to meet the requirements for physical education and Health Professions students.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 2101
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BIOL 2302 - Anatomy and Physiology II (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the structure and function of the human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. This course is designed to meet the requirements for physical education and Health Professions students.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2301 and college level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 2102
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BIOL 2320 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the morphology, physiology, and taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a brief preview of food microbes, public health, and immunology. Designed to meet the needs of health professions, home economics, and physical education majors, and not for biology majors.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
Co-requisite: BIOL 2120
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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.
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BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I (lecture + lab)
4 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Study of the structure and function of the human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. This course is designed to meet the requirements for physical education and Health Professions students.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
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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, anutral resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research.
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BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture + lab)
4 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Study of the morphology, physiology, and taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a brief preview of food microbes, public health, and immunology. Designed to meet the needs of health professions, home economics, and physical education majors, and not for biology majors.
Prerequisite: College level readiness in Reading
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Business Management |
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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 skills.
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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.
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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 justice in management practices and business activities. Includes ethical corporate responsibilities.
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BMGT 1345 - Communication Skills for Managers
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Comprehensive study of communication skills for managers. Includes techniques in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Emphasizes on clear, concise written and verbal / nonverbal communication. Also covered skills for time management.
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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.
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BMGT 2303 - Problem Solving and Decision Making
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 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.
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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 )
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BMGT 2341 - Strategic Management
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Strategic management process analysis of how organizations develop and implement a strategy for achieving organizational objectives in a changing environment.
Prerequisite: BMGT 1327 .
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BMGT 2347 - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Interpreting data for problem solving and recommending corrective action. Emphasis on a structured approach to critical thinking and problem solving in a team environment.
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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.
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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.
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Business - Non-Transfer |
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BUSG 1304 - Introduction to Financial Advising
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
A study of the financial problems encountered by financial advisors when managing family financial affairs. Includes methods to advise clients on topics such as estate planning, retirement, home ownership, savings, and investment planning.
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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.
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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.
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Business - Transfer |
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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.
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BUSI 1304 - Business Report Writing & Correspondence
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Theory and application for techinical reports and correspondence in business.
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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.
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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.
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Building/Property Maintenance and Manager |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Child Development Education Classes |
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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.
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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. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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CDEC 2341 - The School Age Child
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
A study of appropriate programs for the school age child (5-13 years), including an overview of development, learning environments, materials, and activities and teaching/guidance techniques.
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CDEC 2386 - Internship - Child and Care Provider / Assistant
3 semester hours
1 hours lecture, 8 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.
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Computer Engineering Technology/ Technician |
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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.
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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.
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Culinary Arts/Chef Training |
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CHEF 1205 - Sanitation & Safety
2 semester hours
2 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
A study of personal cleanliness; sanitary practices in food preparation; causes, investigation, control of illness caused by food contamination (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points); and work place safety standards.
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CHEF 1313 - Food Service Operation / Systems
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
An overview of the information needs of food and lodging properties. Emphasis on both front, back, and material management utilizing computer systems.
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Chemistry |
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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.
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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.
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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. 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.
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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 math before enrolling in this course.
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CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I (lecture + lab)
4 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 3 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 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.
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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 .
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CHEM 1419 - Introductory Organic Chemistry I
4 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Survey course introducing organic chemistry. Not designed for students in science or pre-professional programs.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Prerequisite: Students must demonstrate college-readiness (Texas Success Initiative) in reading and math before enrolling in this course.
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CHEM 2323 - Organic Chemistry I (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the properties and behavior of hydrocarbon compounds and their derivatives. Designed for students in science or pre-professional programs. (Offered only fall of even-numbered years.)
Prerequisite: CHEM 1312
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CHEM 2325 - Organic Chemistry II (lecture)
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the properties and behavior of hydrocarbon compounds and their derivatives. Designed for students in science or pre-professional programs. (Offered only spring of odd-numbered years.)
Prerequisite: CHEM 2323
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CHEM 2423 - Organic Chemistry I (lecture + lab)
4 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Study of the properties and behavior of hydrocarbon compounds and their derivatives. Designed for students in science or pre-professional programs. (Offered only fall of even-numbered years.)
Prerequisite: CHEM 1412 .
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CHEM 2425 - Organic Chemistry II (lecture + lab)
4 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Study of the properties and behavior of hydrocarbon compounds and their derivatives. Designed for students in science or pre-professional programs. (Offered only spring of odd-numbered years.)
Prerequisite: CHEM 2423 .
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Construction Engineering Technology/Technician |
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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.
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CNBT 1300 - Residential and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading
3 semester hours
2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction
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CNBT 1301 - Introduction to the Construction Industry
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Overview of the construction industry.
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CNBT 1302 - Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical Systems in Construction I
3 semester hours
2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Installation of interior finish systems and components including the placement and installation of doors, trim, floor, wall, and ceiling finishes. Emphasis on safe work practices and the use, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
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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.
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CNBT 1346 - Construction Estimating I
3 semester hours
Fundamentals of estimating materials and labor costs in construction.
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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.
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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.
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CNBT 2342 - Construction Management I
3 semester hours
2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Management skills on the job site. Topics include written and oral communications, leadership and motivation, problem solving, and decision making.
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Communications |
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COMM 1129 - News Publications I
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Work on the staff of one of the college publications. Students are required to work on the staff of at least one of the official college publications for prescribed periods under faculty supervision.
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COMM 1130 - News Publications II
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Further work on college publications with increased responsibility.
Prerequisite: COMM 1129 .
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COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communications
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Study of the media by which entertainment and information messages are delivered. Includes an overview of the traditional mass media: their functions, structures, supports, and influences.
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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.
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COMM 1317 - News Photography II
3 semester hours
2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Continuation of COMM 1316 . Theory and practice of exposure, development, printing and enlargement of black and white photographs. Introduction to the various kinds of lenses, cameras and films. Projects include portraiture, sports, action, feature, available light and landscape photographs.
Prerequisite: COMM 1316 or consent of instructor.
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COMM 2120 - Practicum in Electronic Media
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Lecture and laboratory instruction and participation.
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COMM 2129 - News Publications III
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Further work on college publications with increased responsibility.
Prerequisite: COMM 1130 .
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COMM 2130 - News Publications IV
1 semester hour
0 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Further work on college publications with increased responsibility.
Prerequisite: COMM 2129 .
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COMM 2309 - News Editing and Copy Reading I
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab
Copy editing for errors of fact and interpretation of English. Includes newspaper style, headline writing, proofreading, and page makeup.
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COMM 2311 - News Gathering and Writing I
3 semester hours
2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Fundamentals of writing news for the mass media. Includes instruction in methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering news in a professional manner.
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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.
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Computer & Information Sciences |
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COSC 1309 - Logic Design
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
A discipline approach to problem solving with structured techniques and representation of algorithms using pseudo code and graphical tools. Discussion of methods for testing, evaluation, and documentation.
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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.
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COSC 1330 - Computer Programming
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hours lab
Introduction to computer programming in various programming languages. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structural design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes coverage of language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and disks/files.
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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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Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Tech |
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CPMT 1304 - Microcomputer System Software
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
Skill development in the installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of system software in microcomputers.
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CPMT 1311 - Introduction to Computer Maintenance
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
An introduction to the installation, configuration, and maintenance of a microcomputer system. This course assumes basic computer knowledge.
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CPMT 1345 - Computer Systems Maintenance
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
Examination of the functions of the components within a computer system. Development of skills in the use of test equipment and maintenance aids.
Prerequisite: CPMT 1311 .
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CPMT 1347 - Computer System Peripherals
3 semester hours
3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
Theory and practices involved in computer peripherals, operation and maintenance techniques, and the use of specialized test equipment.
Prerequisite: CPMT 1311 .
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