Handbook Course Description



		Carteret Community College 2001-2002

		Course Descriptions

		"On Demand" will indicate courses offered only when there is sufficient demand to justify scheduling the course. Work Sem Title Class Lab Experience Credit ACA 115 Success & Study Skills 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an orientation to the campus resources and academic skills necessary to achieve educational objectives. Emphasis is placed on an exploration of facilities and services, study skills, library skills, self-assessment, wellness, goal-setting, and critical thinking. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to successfully meet educational goals. ACC 120 Prin Of Accounting I 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: Placement out of RDG 090 & MAT 070 Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles and procedures of accounting. Emphasis is placed on collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial information. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data and prepare journal entries and reports as they relate to the accounting cycle. ACC 121 Prin of Accounting II 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: ACC 120 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of ACC 120. Emphasis is placed on corporate and managerial accounting for both external and internal reporting and decision making. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and record corporate transactions, prepare financial statements and reports, and interpret them for management. ACC 129 Individual Income Taxes 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the relevant laws governing individual income taxation. Emphasis is placed on filing status, exemptions for dependents, gross income, adjustments, deductions, and computation of tax. Upon completion, students should be able to complete various tax forms pertaining to the topics covered in the course. ACC 140 Payroll Accounting 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: ACC 115 or ACC 120 Corequisites: None This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to wages, payroll taxes, payroll tax forms, and journal and general ledger transactions. Emphasis is placed on computing wages; calculating social security, income, and unemployment taxes; preparing appropriate payroll tax forms; and journalizing/posting transactions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, make appropriate computations, complete forms, and prepare accounting entries.





	ACC 150 Computerized Gen Ledger 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: ACC 115 or ACC 120 Corequisites: None This course introduces microcomputer applications related to the major accounting systems. Topics include general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, payroll, and correcting, adjusting, and closing entries. Upon completion, students should be able to use a computer accounting package to solve accounting problems. ACC 225 Cost Accounting 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ACC 121 Corequisites: None This course introduces the nature and purposes of cost accounting as an information system for planning and control. Topics include direct materials, direct labor, factory overhead, process, job order, and standard cost systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display an analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. ANT 210 General Anthropology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the physical, archaeological, linguistic, and ethnological fields of anthropology. Topics include human origins, genetic variations, archaeology, linguistics, primatology, and contemporary cultures. Upon completion, student should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the four major fields of anthropology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ANT 220 Cultural Anthropology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the nature of human culture. Emphasis is placed on cultural theory, methods of fieldwork, and cross-cultural comparisons in the areas of ethnology, language, and the cultural past. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic cultural processes and how cultural data are collected and analyzed. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ANT 221 Comparative Cultures 3 0 0 3 Prerequisite: None Corequisites: None This course provides an ethnographic survey of societies around the world covering their distinctive cultural characteristics and how these relate to cultural change. Emphasis is placed on the similarities and differences in social institutions such as family, economics, politics, education, and religion. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of a variety of cultural adaptive strategies. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.



		AQU 111 Aquaculture I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites None This course introduces the basic principles of fish and shellfish production. Topics include site selection; water quality; nutrition and feeding; management of diseases and parasites; genetics and breeding; and harvest, transport and marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the natural conditions and management practices necessary to produce a crop of fish or shellfish. AQU 112 Aquaculture II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the specific culture techniques used in the production of a variety of aquatic species. Emphasis is placed on species of economic importance in North Carolina, especially channel catfish, hybrid striped bass, rainbow trout, crawfish, clams, and oysters. Upom completion, students should be able to describe the various culture methods and prepare a production plan for each of the species covered. AQU 161 Aquaculture Practicum I 0 9 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides students with practical hands-on experience in the daily management of fish and/or shellfish production systems. Emphasis is placed on management of ponds, flow-through fish/shellfish hatchery systems, indoor recirculating culture systems, or shell- fish botton leases. Upon completion, students should have the minimal hands-on experience needed to operate fish and/or shellfish production systems for growth of marketable species. AQU 162 Aquaculture Practicum II 0 9 0 3 Prerequisites: AQU 161 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of AQU 161. In addition to the routine duties assigned in AQU 161, students will be expected to complete a number of exercises and projects in facility design, construction and maintenance, and in advanced production system management techniques and procedures. Upon completion, students should have sufficient hands-on experience to enter the aquaculture industry as aquaculture production system technicians. AQU 220 Aquaculture Facilities 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the design, construction, and maintenance of facilities used in the production of fish and shellfish. Topics include pond construction, open-channel and pipe flows, motors and pumps, water wells, cage and raft construction, and flow-through and recirculating system design. Upon completion, students should be able to design, construct, and properly maintain a variety of aquaculture production systems. AQU 240 Nutrition & Diseases 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: BIO 120 and BIO 130 Corequisites: None This course introduces the principles of fish and shell fish nutrition and provides a background



	in the management of diseases and parasitic infestations. Topics include nutritional requirements of fish and shellfish, feed formulation, feeding practices, viral diseases, bacterial diseases, parasites, and medication and disease prevention. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the principles of nutrition and identify and control microbial and parasitic diseases of fish and shellfish. AQU 251 Hatchery Management I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of fish and shellfish hatchery management. Topics include the basic chemical, physical, and biological requirements for the propagation of a variety of commonly cultured fish, crustaceans, and mollusks. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the environment tolerances and preferences for reproduction of a variety of cultured species. AQU 252 Hatchery Management II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: AQU 251 Corequisites: None This course covers the specific techniques used in the artificial propagation of a variety of commonly cultured species of fish and shellfish. Topics include facility requirements, hatchery production planning, and propagation techniques for several species, including clams, shrimp, catfish, hybrid striped bass, rainbow trout, and others. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a plan for the successful operation of a fish or shellfish hatchery facility. AQU 230 Genetics & Breeding 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: BIO 111 Corequisites: None This course covers the principles of qualitative and quantitative genetics and breeding of fish and shellfish. Emphasis is placed on quantitative genetic traits that affect various production parameters, with numerous examples using commonly cultured species. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the basic principles of genetics and design appropriate breeding programs for a variety of commonly cultured species. ART 111 Art Appreciation 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. ART 114 Art History Survey I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the development of art forms from ancient times to the Renaissance. Emphasis is placed on content, terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding of art as a product reflective of



		human social development. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. ART 115 Art History Survey II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the development of art forms from the Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is placed on content, terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding of art as a product reflective of human social development. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. ART 121 Design I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to two-dimensional art. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements, the principles of visual organization, and the theories of color mixing and interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use critical and analytical approaches as they apply to two-dimensional visual art. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 122 Design II 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: Art 121 Corequisites: None This course introduces basic studio problems in three-dimensional visual design. Emphasis is placed on the structural elements and organizational principles as applied to mass space. Upon completion, students should be able to apply three-dimensional design concepts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 131 Drawing I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the language of drawing and the use of various drawing materials. Emphasis is placed on drawing techniques, media, and graphic principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the use of graphic form and various drawing processes. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 132 Drawing II 0 6 0 6 Prerequisites: ART 131 Corequisites: None This course continues instruction in the language of drawing and the use of various materials. Emphasis is placed on experimentation in the use of drawing techniques, media, and graphic materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased competence in the expressive use of graphic form and techniques. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.



	ART 171 Computer Art I 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of the computer as a tool for solving visual problems. Emphasis is placed on Fundamentals of computer literacy and design through bit-mapped image manipulation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and understanding of paint programs, printers, and scanners to capture, manipulate, and output images. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 212 Gallery Assistantship I 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the practical application of display techniques. Emphasis is placed on preparation of artwork for installation, harware systems, and exhibition graphics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic gallery exhibition skills. This course has been approve to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 214 Portfolio and Resume 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers resume writing, interview skills, and the preparation and presentation of an art portfolio. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of a portfolio of original artwork, the preparation of a phogographic portfolio, approaches to resume writing, and interview techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to mount original art for portfolio presentation, photograph and display a professional slide portfolio, and write an effective resume. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 240 Painting I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the language of painting and the use of various painting materials. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and use of various painting techniques, media, and color principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the use of creative processes directed toward the development of expressive form. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 241 Painting II 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: ART 240 Corequisites: None This course provides a continuing investigation of the materials, processes, and techniques of painting. Emphasis is placed on the exploration of expressive content using a variety of creative processes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the expanded use of form and variety. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.


		ART 260 Photography Appreciation 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the origins and historical development of photography. Emphasis is placed on the study of composition and history of photography as an art form. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and produce, using color transparencies, properly exposed, well-composed photographs. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 261 Photography I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces photographic equipment, theory, and processes. Emphasis is placed on camera operation, composition, darkroom techniques, and creative expression. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully expose, develop, and print a well-conceived composition. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive ARticulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 266 Videography I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces various aspects of basic video production including concept development, scripting, camera operation, and post-production. Emphasis is placed on creative expression, camera handling, story boarding, and editing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of video camera operation and production techniques. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 267 Videography II 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: ART 266 Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide a framework for the production of a long-term video project. Emphasis is placed on realization of the unique creative vision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a thematically coherent, edited video with sound and titling. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 171 Computer Art I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of the computer as a tool for solving visual problems. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of computer literacy and design through bit-mapped image manipulation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and understanding of paint programs, printers, and scanners to capture, manipulate, and output images. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.



	ART 271 Computer Art II 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: ART 171 Corequisites: None This course includes advanced computer imaging techniques. Emphasis is placed on creative applications of digital technology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate command of computer systems and applications to express their personal vision. This course has been approved to satisfy the comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 281 Sculpture I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: ART 122 Corequisites: None This course provides an exploration of the creative and technical methods of sculpture with focus on the traditional processes. Emphasis is placed on developing basic skills as they pertain to three-dimensional expression in various media. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence in variety of sculptural approaches. This course has been approve to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 282 Sculpture II 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: ART 281 Corequisites: None This course builds on the visual and technical skills learned in ART 281. Emphasis is placed on developing original solutions to sculptural problems in a variety of media. Upon completion, students should be able to express individual ideas using the techniques and materials of sculpture. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 283 Ceramics I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to three-dimensional design principles using the medium of clay. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of forming, surface design, glaze applications, and firing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in slab and coil construction, simple wheel forms, glaze techniques, and creative expression. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 284 Ceramics II 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: ART 283 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced hand building and wheel techniques. Emphasis is placed on creative expression, surface design, sculptural quality, and glaze effect. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a high level of technical competence in forming and glazing with a development of three-dimensional awareness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive ARticulation Agreement pre-major and/or eletive course requirement.






		ART 288 Studio 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides the opportunity for advanced self-determined work beyond the limits of regular studio course sequences. Emphasis is placed on creative self-expression and in-depth exploration of techniques and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to create original projects specific to media, materials, and techniques. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ART 289 Museum Study 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces research methods in the museum setting. Emphasis is placed on the chronology, styles, periods, context, and meaning in art. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the advantage of first-hand and on-site research. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ASL 111 Elementary ASL I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental elements of American Sign Language. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic expressive and receptive skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to expressive American Sign Language. BIO 090 Foundations of Biology 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: RED 090 This course introduces basic biological concepts. Topics include basic biochemistry, cell structure and function, interrelationships among organisms, scientific methodology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate preparedness for college-level biology courses. BIO 110 Principles of Biology 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, taxonomy, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students would be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of biology as it applies to everyday life. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.
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	BIO 111 General Biology I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 and MAT 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, classification, and other selected topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. The course has been approved to satisy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 112 General Biology II 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: BIO 111 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of BIO 111. Emphasis is placed on organisms, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other selected topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 120 Introductory Botany 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 or Instructor's Permission Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to the classification, releationships, structure, and function of plants. Topics include reproduction and development of seed and non-seed plants, levels of organization, form and function of systems, and a survey of major taxa. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of plant form and function, including selected taxa of both seed and non-seed plants. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course will be taught from an evolutionary perspective. BIO 130 Introductory Zoology 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 or Instructor's Permission Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to the classification, reltationships, structure, and function of major animal phyla. Emphasis is placed on levels of organization, reproduction and development, comparative systems, and survey of selected phyla. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of animal form and function including comparative systems of selected groups. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. This course will be taught from an evolutionary perspectivce. BIO 140 Environmental Biology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or Placement Corequisite: BIO 140A This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problams from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved


		to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 140A Environmental Biology Lab 0 3 0 1 Prerequisites: RED 090 or Placement Corequisite: BIO 140 This course provides a laboratory component to complement BIO 140. Emphasis is placed on laboratory and field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of environmental interrelations and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. BIO 155 Nutrition 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the biochemistry of foods and nutrients with consideration of the shysiological effects of specialized diets for specific biological needs. topics include cultural, religious, and economic factors that influence aperson's acceptance of food as well as nutrient requirements of the various life stages. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the functions and sources of nutrients, the mechanisms of digestions, and the nutritional requirements of all age groups. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. BIO 160 Introductory Life Science 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or Placement Corequisites: None This course introduces scientific and biological concepts. Topics include basic chemistry, cell structure and function, cell division, basic genetic concepts, anatomical terminology, and metric-English measurements and conversions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic chemistry, bell biology, genetic concepts; anatomical terminology; and metric-English measurements and concersions. BIO 161 Intro to Human Biology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or Placement in BIO 161 Corequisites: None This course provides a basic survey of human biology. Emphasis is placed on the basic structure and function of body systems and the medical terminology used to describe normal and pathological states. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of normal anatomy and physiology and the appropriate use of medical terminology. BIO 163 Basic Anat & Physiology 4 2 0 5 Prerequisites: RED 090 or Placement in BIO 163 Corequisites: None This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.

BIO 243 Marine Biology 3 3 0 4

Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111

Corequisites: None

This course covers the physical and biological components of the marine environment. Topics include major habitats, the diversity of organisms, their biology and ecology, marine productivity, and the use of marine resources by humans. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various marine habitats and organisms and to demonstrate a knowledge of their biology and ecology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

BIO 271 Pathophysiology 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: BIO 163, BIO 166, & BIO 169

Corequisites: None

This course provides an in-depth study of human pathological processes and

their effects on homeostasis. emphasis is placed on interrelationships among organ systems in deviations from homeostasis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a detailed knowledge of pathophysiology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.

BUS 110 Introduction to Business 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: Placement out of RDG 090 and MAT 070

Corequisites: None

This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects.

BUS 115 Business Law I 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

This course introduces the ethics and legal framework of business. Emphasis is placed on contracts, negotiable instruments, Uniform Commercial Code, and the working of the court systems. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision-making situations.

BUS 116 Business Law II 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: BUS 115

Corequisites: None

This course continues the study of ethics and business law. Emphasis is placed on bailments, sales, risk-bearing, forms of business ownership, and copyrights. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision-making situations.

BUS 125 Personal Finance 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

This course provides a study of individual and family financial decisions. Emphasis is placed on building useful skills in buying, managing finances, increasing resources, and coping with current economic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a personal financial plan.


		BUS 135 Principles of Supervision 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic responsibilities and duties of the supervisor and his/her relationship to higher-level supervisors, subordinates, and associates. Emphasis is placed on effective utilization of the work force and understanding the role of the supervisor. Upon completion, students should be able to apply supervisory principles in the work place. BUS 137 Principles of Management 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management. BUS 147 Business Insurance 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course surveys the basic concepts of risk management. Topics include principles and applications of health, property, life, and casualty insurance. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate different insurance needs and assist an organization in acquiring adequate insurance coverage. BUS 152 Human Relations 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts of effective human interaction in the business work environment. Topics include effective communication techniques, motivation, ego states, stress, and conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the importance of human relations, apply motivational techniques, and implement strategies for resolving work-related conflicts. BUS 153 Human Resource Management 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the functions of personnel/human resource managent within an organization. Topics include equal opportunity and the legal environment, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, employee development, compensation planning, and employee relations. Upon completion, students should be able to anticipate and resolve human resource concerns. BUS 228 Business Statistics 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 115, MAT 140, or MAT 161 Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of statistical methods and tools in evaluating research data for business applications. Emphasis is placed on basic probability, measures of spread and dispersion, central tendency, sampling, regression analysis, and inductive inference. Upon completion, students should be able to apply statistical problem solving to business.



	BUS 230 Small Business Management 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship including the startup and operation of a small business. Topics include market research techniques, feasibility studies, site analysis, financing alternatives, and managerial decision making. Upon completion, student should be able to develop a small business plan. BUS 260 Business Communication 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 and OST 080 or OST 131 or Pass Placement Speed Test Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place. BUS 280 REAL Small Business 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces hands-on techniques and procedures for planning and opening a small business, including the personal qualities needed for entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on market research, finance, time management, and day-to-day activities of owning/operating a small business. Upon completion, students should be able to write and implement a viable business plan and seek funding. BUS 285 Business Management Issues 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: BUS 137 Corequisites: None This course covers contemporary issues that affect successful businesses and their managers and enployees. Emphasis is placed on using case studies and exercises to develop analytical and problem-solving skills, ethics, quality management concepts, team skills, and effective communication. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the specific knowledge and skills covered to become more effective managers and employees. CHM 092 Fundamentals of Chemistry 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: RED 090 and MAT 070 Corequisites: None This course covers fundamentals of chemistry with laboratory applications. Topics include measurements, matter, energy, atomic theory, bonding, molecular structure, nomenclature, balancing equations, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, gases, and basic organic chemistry. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and apply basic chemical concepts and demonstrate basic laboratory skills necessary for success in college-level science courses. CHM 130 General, Organic & Biochemistry 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of general, organic, and biochemistry. Topics include measurement, molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, solutions, acid-base chemistry, gas laws, and the structure, properties, and reactions of major organic and biological





		groups. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. CHM 130A Gen., Org., & Biochemistry Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: CHM 130 This course is a laboratory for CHM 130. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in CHM 130. Upon Completion, students should be able to utilize basic laboratory procedures and apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 130. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. CHM 131 Introduction to Chemistry 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: CHM 131A This course introduces the fundamental concepts of inorganic chemistry. Topics include measurement, matter and energy, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, stoichiometry, chemical formulas and reactions, chemical bonding, gas laws, solutions, and acids and bases. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of chemistry as it applies to other fields. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. CHM 131A Intro. to Chemistry Lab 0 3 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: CHM 131 This course is a laboratory to accompany CHM 131. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in CHM 131. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic laboratory procedures and apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 131. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. CHM 132 Organic and Biochemistry 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: CHM 131 Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of major functional classes of compounds in organic and biochemistry. Topics include structure, properties, and reactions of the major organic and biological molecules and basic principles of metabolism. Upoon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts needed to pursue studies in related professional fields. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. CHM 151 General Chemistry I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers fundamental principles and laws of chemisty. Topics inlcude measurement, atomic and molecular structure, periodicity, chemical reactions, chemical bonding,



	stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, and solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical laws and concepts as needed in CHM 152. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. CHM 152 General Chemisty II 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: CHM 151 Corequisites: None This course provides a continuation of the study of the fundamental principles and laws of chemistry. Topics inlcude kinetics, equilibrium, ionic and redox equations, acid-base theory, electronchemistry, thermodynamics, introduction to nuclear and organic chemistry, and complex ions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of chemical concepts as needed to purusue further study in chemistry and related professional fields. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive ARticulation Agreement general CHM 251 Organic Chemistry I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: CHM 152 and BIO 111 Corequisites: None This course provides a systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM 252. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pro-major and/or elective course requirements. CHM 252 Organic Chemistry II* 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: CHM 251 and BIO 111 Corequisites: None This course provides continuation of the systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, amines and heterocyclics; multi-step synthesis will be emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of organic concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry and related professional fields. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirements. CIS 070 Fundamentals of Computing* 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: Placement in MAT 060; RED 090; or OST 080 Corequisites: None This course covers fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of components, overview of operating systems, and other basic computer operations. Upon completion, students should be able to operate computers, access files, print documents and perform basic applications operations.



		CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of MAT 060 and RED 090 Student must be able to type 25 wpm with less than 3 errors. Typing Proficiency test required Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to computers and computing. Topics include the impact of computers on society, ethical issues, and hardware/software applications, including spreadsheets, databases, word processors, graphics, the Internet, and operating systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: Placement out of MAT 060 and RED 090. Student must be able to type 25 wpm with less than 3 errors. Typing placement test is required. Corequisites: None This course provides a brief overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills. CIS 115 Intro to Prog & Logic 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 070, CSC 101, CIS 111 or CIS 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces computer programming and problem solving in a programming environment, including an introduction to operating systems, text editor, and a language translator. Topics include language syntax, data types, program organization, problem-solving methods, algorithm design, and logic control structures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage files with operating system commands, use top-down algorithm design, and implement algorithmic solutions in a programming language. CIS 120 Spreadsheet I 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110 or CIS 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics include writing formulas, using functions, enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and print basic spreadsheets and charts. CIS 124 DTP Graphics Software 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110, CSC 101 Corequisites: None This course introduces graphic design software using a variety of software packages. Emphasis is placed on efficient utilization of software capabilities. Upon completion, students should be able to incorporate appropriate graphic designs into desktop publishing publications. CIS 130 Survey of Operating Sys 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110 Corequisites: None The course covers operating system concepts which are necessary for maintaining and using computer systems. Topics include disk, file, and directory structures; installation and



	setup; resource allocation, optimization, and configuration; system security; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configure operating systems and optimize performance. CIS 135 PC Diagnostics/Configurat 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110 or CIS 111 Corequisites: None This course covers personal computer hardware including identification, installations, diagnostics, and repair. Topics include component/bus identification, safety procedures, hardware/software installation and configuration, diagnosing and replacing field replaceable units including memory and storage devices. Upon completion students should be able to identify, install, upgrade, maintain, diagnose and repair/replace basic microcomputer components. CIS 152 Database Concepts & Apps 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110, CIS 111 or CIS 115 Corequisites: None This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Topics include database terminology, usage in industry, design theory, types of DBMS models, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to create simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms which follow acceptable design practices. CIS 162 MM Presentation Software 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110 or CIS 111 Corequisites: None This course is designed to integrate visual and audio resources using presentation software in a simple interactive multimedia project. Emphasis is placed upon design and audience considerations, general prototyping, and handling of media resources. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an original interactive multimedia presentation implementing all of these resources in a professional manner. CIS 165 Desktop Publishing I 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CSC 101, CIS 110 Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to desktop publishing software capabilities. Emphasis is placed on efficient use of a page layout software package to create, design, and print publications; hardware/software compatibility; and integration of specialized peripherals. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare publications given design specifications. CIS 166 Desktop Publishing II 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 165 Corequisites: None This course provides advanced training in the use of a variety of desktop publishing software. Emphasis is placed on evaluation of software and hardware available for desktop publishing. Upon completion, students should be able to create and design complex publications using a variety of page layout software.



		CIS 169 Business Presentations 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: CIS 110 or CIS 111 Corequisites: None This course provides hands-on experience with a graphics presentation package. Topics include terminology, effective chart usage, design and layout, integrating hardware components, and enhancing presentations with text and graphics. Upon completion, students should be able to design and demonstrate an effective presentation. CIS 172 Intro to the Internet 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces the various navigational tools and services of the Internet. Topics include using Internet protocols, search engines, file compression/decompression, FTP, e-mail, listservers, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to use Internet resources, retrieve/decompress files, and use e-mail, FTP, and other Internet tools. CIS 225 Integrated Software 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: CIS 120, CIS 152, OST 136, and CIS 169 Corequisites: None This course provides strategies to perform data transfer among software programs. Emphasis is placed on data interchange among word processors, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, databases, and communications products. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate data to produce documents using multiple technologies. CIS 226 Trends in Technology 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: CIS 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces emerging information systems technologies. Emphasis is placed on evolving technologies and trends in business and industry. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate an understanding of the current trends and issues in emerging technologies for information systems. CIS 235 Adv. PC Diagnostic/Config 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 215 or CIS 135 Corequisites None A continuation of CIS 135, this course covers upgrading and repairing personal computers and peripherals. Topics include configuring and troubleshooting peripherals, installing device drivers, resolving resource conflicts, configuring and optimizing operating systems, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to install peripherals and upgrade personal computers components, diagnose problems, resolve resource conflicts, and optimize systems performance. CIS 236 A+ Certification Prep 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 215 or CIS 135 Corequisites: None This course is designed to prepare students for the A+ Hardware certification exam. Topics include portable computer systems, installing and troubleshooting printers, basic networking concepts and procedures, testing electrical components, using diagnostics utilities, and achieving customer satisfaction. Upon completion, students should be able to repair portable



	systems and printers, understand basic networking, and use utilities and voltmeters to test computer components. CIS 246 Operating System - Unix 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes operating systems concepts for Unix operating systems. Topics include hardware management, file and memory management, system configuration/optimization, utilities, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively use the UNIX operating system and its utilities. CJC 100 Law Enforcement Trn 8 30 0 18 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course covers the skills and knowledge needed for entry-level employment as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina. Emphasis is placed on topics and areas as defined by the North Carolina Administrative Code. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the topics and areas required for the state comprehensive examination. This is a certificate-level course. CJC 111 Intro to Criminal Justice 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces the components and processes of the criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and philosophy of the criminal justice system and their relationship to life in our society. Upon completion, students should be able to define and describe the major system components and their interrelationships and evaluate career options. CJC 112 Criminology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of Red 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past, present, and future social control initiatives; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response. CJC 113 Juvenile Justice 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course covers the juvenile justice system and related juvenile issues. Topics include an overview of the juvenile justice system, treatment and prevention programs, special areas and laws unique to juveniles, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss juvenile court structure/procedures, function and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing/detention of juveniles, and case disposition. CJC 121 Law Enforcement Operations 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces fundamental law enforcement operations. Topics include the



		contemporary evolution of law enforcement operations and related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain theories, practices, and issues related to law enforcement operations. (S.) CJC 131 Criminal Law 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course covers the history/evolution/principles and contemporary applications of criminal law. Topics include sources of substantive law, classification of crimes, parties to crime, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsibility, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the sources of law and identify, interpret, and apply the appropriate statutes/elements. CJC 132 Court Procedure & Evidence 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course covers judicial structure/process/procedure from incident to disposition, kinds and degrees of evidence, and the rules governing admissibility of evidence in court. Topics include consideration of state and federal courts, arrest, search and seizure laws, exclusionary and statutory rules of evidence, and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss procedures necessary to establish a lawful arrest/search, proper judicial procedures, and the admissibility of evidence. CJC 141 Corrections 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of Red 090 Corequisites: None This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current practices and problems of the field of corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions of the various components, alternatives to incarceration, treatment programs, inmate control, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the various components, processes, and functions of the correctional system. CJC 211 Counseling 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic elements of counseling and specific techniques applicable to the criminal justice setting. Topics include observation, listening, recording, interviewing, and problem exploration necessary to form effective helping relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and demonstrate the basic techniques of counseling. CJC 212 Ethics & Comm Relations 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course covers ethical considerations and accepted standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and professionals. Topics include ethical systems; social change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen involvement in criminal justice issues; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical considerations to the decision-making process in identifiable criminal justice situations.



	CJC 213 Substance Abuse 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course is a study of substance abuse in our society. Topics include the history and classifications of drug abuse and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of drugs, their effects on human behavior and society, and treatment modalities. CJC 214 Victimology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is placed on roles/characteristics of victims, victim interaction with the criminal justice system and society, current victim assistance programs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and identify victims, the uniqueness of victims' roles, and current victim assistance programs. CJC 215 Organization & Administration 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces the components and functions of organization and administration as it applies to the agencies of the criminal justice system. Topics include operations/functions of organizations; recruiting, training, and retention of personnel; funding and budgeting; communications; span of control and discretion; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the basic components and functions of a criminal justice organization and its administrative operations. CJC 221 Investigative Principles 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of the investigative process. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, information gathering techniques, collection/preservation of evidence, preparation of appropriate reports, court presentations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the investigative process, report preparation, and courtroom presentation. CJC 231 Constitutional Law 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None The course covers the impact of the Constitution of the United States and its amendments on the criminal justice system. Topics include the structure of the Constitution and its amendments, court decisions pertinent to contemporary criminal justice issues, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the basic structure of the United States Constitution and the rights/procedures as interpreted by the courts. CJC 233 Correctional Law 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course introduces statutory/case law pertinent to correctional concepts, facilities, and



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		related practices. Topics include examination of major legal issues encompassing incarceration, probation, parole, restitution, pardon, restoration of rights, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss legal issues which directly affect correctional systems and personnel. CJC 241 Community-Based Corrections 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 Corequisites: None This course covers programs for convicted offenders that are used both as alternatives to incarceration and in post-incarceration situations. Topics include offenders, diversion, house arrest, restitution, community service, probation and parole, including both public and private participation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the various programs from the perspective of the criminal justice professional, the offender, and the community. COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I 0 0 10 1 Prerequisites: Program Area Coordinator Approval Corequisites: COE 115 This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. COE 112 Co-op Work Experience I 0 0 20 2 Prerequisites: Program Area Coordinator Approval Corequisites: None This course provides work experience with a college approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. COE 115 Work Exp Seminar I 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: Program Area Coordinator Approval Corequisites: COE 111, COE 112, COE 113, or COE 114 This course, which may, based on Program Requirements, be taken in conjunction with COE 111 (Co-op Work Experience I) provides students with a skilled and structured learning environment in which to analyze, discuss, and explore career and work development topics such as: job search skills, resume writing, employability skills, and career selection as it pertains to the student's specific discipline and/or career interest. Upon completion, students should have an appropriate assessment of work-related employability skills. COM 110 Introduction to Communication 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills

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	necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. COM 120 Interpersonal Communication 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communication in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communication process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completiion, students should be able to demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved to satisfy the comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. COS 111 Cosmetology Concepts I 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 or Placement Corequisites: COS 112 This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. COS 112 Salon I 0 24 0 8 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 or Placement Corequisites: COS 111 This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. COS 113 Cosmetology Concepts II 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 114



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			This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. COS 114 Salon II 0 24 0 8 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 113 This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. COS 115 Cosmetology Concepts III 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 116 This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. COS 116 Salon III 0 12 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 115 This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. COS 117 Cosmetology Concepts IV 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 118 This course covers advanced cosmetology concepts. Topics include chemistry and hair structure, advanced cutting and design, and an overview of all cosmetology concepts in preparation for the licensing examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these cosmetology concepts and meet program completion requirements. (On Demand) COS 118 Salon IV 0 21 0 7 Prerequisites: COS 114 and COS 116 Corequisites: COS 117 This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in preparation for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements. (On Demand) COS 119 Esthetics Concepts I 2 0 0 2
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	Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: COS 120 This course covers the concepts of esthetics. Topics include orientation, anatomy, physiology, hygiene, sterilization, first aid, chemistry, basic dermatology, and professional ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of esthetics and meet course requirements. COS 120 Esthetics Concepts I 0 18 0 6 Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: COS 119 This course covers the techniques of esthetics in a comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include client consultation, facials, body treatments, hair removal, make-p applications, and color analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate esthetic services on clients in a salon setting. COS 121 Manicure/Nail Technology I 4 6 0 6 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 080 Corequisites: None This course covers techniques of nail technology, hand and arm massage, and recognition of nail diseases and disorders. Topics include OSHA/safety, sanitation, bacteriology, product knowledge, salesmanship, manicures, artificial applications, pedicures, massage, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently perform nail care, including manicures, pedicures, massage, decorating, and artificial applications in a salon setting. COS 122 Manicure/Nail Technology II 4 6 0 6 Prerequisites: COS 121 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced techniques of nail technology and hand and arm massage. Topics include OSHA/safety, product knowledge, customer service, salesmanship, artificial applications, nail art, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence necessary for the licensing examination, including advanced nail care, artificial enhancements, and decorations. COS 125 Esthetics Concepts II 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: COS 119 Corequisites: COS 126 This course covers more comprehensive esthetics concepts. Topics include nutrition, business management, makeup, and color analysis. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the advanced esthetics concepts and meet course requirements. COS 126 Esthetics Salon II 0 18 0 6 Prerequisites: COS 120 Corequisites: COS 125 This course provides experience in a simulated esthetics setting. Topice include machine facials, aromatherapy, massage therapy, electricity, and apparatus. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology licensing examination for Estheticians.



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		COS 150 Computerized Salon Ops 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces computer and salon software. Emphasis is placed on various computer and salon software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize computer skills and software applications in the salon setting. COS 271 Instructor Concepts I 5 0 0 5 Prerequisites: Cosmetology License and six months experience as a licensed cosmetologist Corequisites: COS 272 This course introduces the basic cosmetology instructional concepts. Topics include orientation, theories of education, unit planning, daily lesson planning, laboratory management, student assessment, record keeping, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify theories of education, develop lesson plans, demonstrate supervisory techniques, and assess student performance in a classroom setting. COS 272 Instructor Practicum I 0 21 0 7 Prerequisites: Cosmetology License and six months experience as a licensed cosmetologist Corequisites: COS 271 This course covers supervisory and instructional skills for teaching entry-level cosmetology students in a laboratory setting. Topics include demonstrations of services, supervision, and entry-level student assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate salon services and instruct and objectively assess the entry-level student. COS 273 Instructor Concepts II 5 0 0 5 Prerequisites: COS 271 and COS 272 Corequisites: COS 274 This course covers advanced cosmetology instructional concepts. Topics include practical demonstrations, lesson planning, lecture techniques, development and administration of assessment tools, record keeping, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to develop lesson plans, demonstrate supervision techniques, assess student performance in a classroom setting, and keep accurate records. COS 274 Instructor Practicum II 0 21 0 7 Prerequisites: COS 271 and COS 272 Corequisites: COS 273 This course is designed to develop supervisory and instructional skills for teaching advanced cosmetology students in a laboratory setting. Topics include practical demonstrations, supervision, and advanced student assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas covered by the Instructor Licensing Examination and meet program completion requirements. This is a certificate-level course. CSC 139 Visual BASIC Programming 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 115 Corequisites: None

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	This course introduces event-driven computer programming using the Visual BASIC programming language. Topics include input/output operations, sequence, selection, iteration, arithmetic operations, arrays, forms, sequential files, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, and debug Visual BASIC language programs. CSC 140 Visual C Programming 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces event-driven computer programming using the Visual C programming languages. Topics include input/output operations, sequence, selection, iteration, arithmetic operations, arrays, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, and debug Visual C language programs. CSC 160 Intro. to Internet Programming 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 172 Corequisites: None This course introduces client-side Internet programming using HTML and Javascript. Topics include use of frames and tables, use of meta tags, Javascript techniques for site navigation. Upon completion, students should be able to write JTML documents that incorporate programming to provide web page organization and navigation functions. CSC 239 Advanced Visual Basic 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: CSC 139 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of CSC 139 using Visual BASIC with structured programming principles. Emphasis is placed on advanced arrays/tables, file management/processing techniques, data structures, sub-programs, interactive processing, sort/merge routines, and libraries. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test debug, and document programming solutions. CUL 110 Sanitation & Safety 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of sanitation and safety and their relationship to the hospitality industry. Topics include personal hygiene, sanitation and safety regulations, use and care of equipment, the principles of food-borne illness, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of sanitation and safety procedures in the shospitality industry. CUL 110A Sanitation & Safety Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: CUL 110 This course is a laboratory to accompany CUL 110. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences that enhance the materials presented in CUL 110. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of sanitation and safety procedures in the hospitality industry.



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		CUL 125 Hospitality Info. Sys. 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces hospitality and food service information systems. Topics include planning, cost controls, forecasting, inventory control, recipe control, production control, and nutritional analysis. Upon compleiton, students should be able to demonstrate competence in utilizing contemporary information application systems in a hospitality setting. DES 110 Architectural Graphics 0 6 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic drafting skills and techniques. Emphasis is placed on the use of drafting equipment, lettering, dimensioning, elevations, sections, construction details, and actual fixture sizes as related to interior design situations. Upon completion, students should be able to complete working drawings skillfully utilizing principles of drafting. DES 115 Color Theory 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the element of color as a major design factor. Emphasis is placed on the physical, psychological, and other implications of color in design. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of color and its effects on the human environment. DES 120 CAD for Interior Design 0 6 0 2 Prerequisites: DES 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces basic computer-aided design and drafting skills and techniques within interior design applications. Emphasis is placed on the most common computer commands used in architectural drafting and design to draw, edit, manipulate layers, and create reusable drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use specific computer applications to complete drawings and plot/print. DES 125 Graphic Presentation I 0 6 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces graphic presentation techniques for communicating ideas. Topics include drawing, perspective drawing, and wet and dry media. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a pictorial presentation. DES 126 Graphic Presentation II 0 6 0 2 Prerequisites: DES 125 Corequisites: None This course provides a more in-depth study of graphic techniques. Topics include extensive wet and dry media experience and advanced measured perspective techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to illustrate interiors and other elements. (Sp.)

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	DES 135 Prin & Elem of Design I 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic concepts and terminology of design as they relate to the design profession. Topics include line, pattern, space, mass, shape, texture, color, unity, variety, rhythm, emphasis, balance, proportion, scale, and function. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles covered through hands-on application. DES 136 Prin & Elem of Design II 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: DES 135 Corequisites: None This course provides continued study of design principles introduced in DES 135. Emphasis is placed on color theory, pattern, and texture as used in interiors as well as an investigation of the psychology of color. Upon completion, students should be able to originate a color program for interiors. DES 210 Bus Prac/Interior Design 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces contemporary business practices for interior design. Topics include employment skills, business formations, professional associations, preparation of professional contracts and correspondence, and means of compensation. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the basic business formations and professional associations and compose effective letters and contracts. DES 220 Intro to Interior Design 1 6 0 3 Prerequisites: DES 135 and ARC 111 or DES 110 or DFT 115 Corequisites: None This course covers the basic principles of design as they relate specifically to interior design, furniture arrangement, wall composition, color, furnishings, collages, and illustration. Emphasis is placed on spatial relationships, craftsmanship, and visual presentation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to arrange furnishings in rooms for various purposes, select furnishings and colors, and illustrate ideas graphically. DES 225 Textiles/Fabrics 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes the study of woven and non-woven fabrics for interiors. Topics include characteristics of fibers, yarns, weaving, felting, and knitting; processing of leather; and adorning and finishing of interior fabrics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and use correct terminology for upholstery, window treatments, and rugs/carpets with regard to flammability, performance, and durability. DES 230 Residential Design I 1 6 0 3 Prerequisites: DES 110 and DES 220 Corequisites: None This course includes principles of interior design for various residential design solutions. Emphasis is placed on visual presentation and selection of appropriate styles to meet



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		specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to complete scaled floorplans, elevations, specifications, color schemes and fabrics, and finishes and furniture selection. DES 235 Products 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of interior finishing materials and the selection of quality upholstery and case goods. Topics include hard and resilient floor coverings; wall coverings and finishes; ceilings, moldings, and furniture construction techniques; and other interior components. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and use correct terminology, select appropriate materials for interior surfaces, and choose furniture based on sound construction. DES 240 Non-Residential Design I 1 6 0 3 Prerequisites: DES 220 Corequisites: None This course introduces commercial/contract design including retail, office, institutional, restaurant, and hospitality design. Emphasis is placed on ADA requirements, building codes and standards, space planning, and selection of appropriate materials for non-residential interiors. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and design introductory non-residential projects using graphic presentation concepts. DES 255 History/Int & Furn I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers interiors, exteriors, and furnishings from ancient Egypt through French Neo-Classicism. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, chronology, and style recognition. Upon completion, students should be able to classify and date interior and exterior architecture and furnishings and be conversant with pertinent vocabulary. DES 256 History/Int & Furn II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: DES 255 Corequisites: None This course covers English, American, and various styles of nineteenth- and twentieth-century furniture, interiors, and exteriors. Emphasis is placed on style recognition, vocabulary, and chronology. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and describe major styles of furniture, interiors, and exteriors. DES 260 Materials Calc/Int Design 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes the study of calculations for square footage, square yardage, and cut-length yardage. Emphasis is placed on the development of workable formulas, worksheets, and order forms that can be used in an interior design business. Upon completion, students should be able to produce electronic worksheets and order forms for calculating window treatments, wall coverings, and floor coverings for a given space.

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	DES 265 Lighting/Interior Design 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces theory and contemporary concepts in lighting. Topics include light levels, light quality, lamps and fixtures, and their use in interior design. Upon completion, students should be able to determine light levels and requirements based on national standards and select luminaries for specific light qualities. DES 270 Universal Design 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: DES 220 Corequisites: None This course provides a study of ADA requirements and special housing, furnishing, and equipment needs for disabled special populations. Emphasis is placed on designing residential and non-residential interiors for the elderly, children, and other special-needs populations. Upon completion, students should be able to design public building interiors to meet ADA requirements and complete residential and non-residential projects for special populations. DRA 111 Theatre Appreciation 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of the art, craft, and business of the theatre. Emphasis is placed on the audience's appreciation of the work of the playwright, director, actor, designer, producer, and critic. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a vocabulary of theatre terms and to recognize the contributions of various theatre artists. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. DRA 130 Acting I 0 6 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an applied study of the actor's craft. Topics include role analysis, training the voice, and body concentration, discipline, self-evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to explore their creativity in an acting ensemble. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive ARticulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. ECO 151 Survey of Economics 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic concepts of micro- and macroeconomics. Topics include supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, prices and wages, money, interest rates, banking system, unemployment, inflation, taxes, government spending, and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to explain alternative solutions for economic problems faced by private and government sectors. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ECO 251 Prin of Microeconomics 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 and MAT 070 Corequisites: None



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		This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry choices in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor markets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and business alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. ECO 252 Prin of Macroeconomics 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement out of RED 090 and MAT 070 Corequisites: None This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate employment, income, and prices. Topics include major schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth; money and banking; stabilization techniques; and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate national economic components, conditions, and alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. (Sp.) ECM 168 Electronic Business 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of the world of electronic business. Topics include the definition of electronic business, current practices as they evolve using Internet strategy in business, and application of basic business principles to the world of e-commerce. Upon completion, students should be able to define electronic business and demonstrate an understanding of the benefits of e-commerce as a foundation for developing plans leading to electronic business implementation. ECM 210 Introduction to E-Commerce 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts and tools to implement electronic commerce via the Internet. Topics include application and server software selection, securing transactions, use and verification of credit cards, publishing of catalogs, and site administration. Upon completion, studeents should be able to setup a working e-commerce Internet web site. EMC 220 E-Commerce Plan. & Implem. 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course builds on currently accepted business practices to develop a business plan and implementation model for e-commerce. Topics include analysis and synthesis of the planning cycle, cost/benefit analysis, technical systems, marketing, security, financial support, Internet strategies, website design, customer support and feedback and assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a plan for e-commerce in a small to medium size business. EMC 230 Capstone Project 1 6 0 3 Prerequisites: ECM 220 Corequisites: None This course provides experience in Electronic Commerce. Emphasis is placed on the

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	implementation of an e-commerce model for an existing business. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully develop and implement a plan for e-commerce in a small to medium size business. EDU 111 Early Childhood Cred I 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces early childhood education and the role of the teacher in environments that encourage exploration and learning. Topics include professionalism, child growth and development, individuality, family, and culture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and demonstrate knowledge of professional roles, major areas of child growth and development, and diverse families. EDU 112 Early Childhood Cred II 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: EDU 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces developmentally appropriate practices, positive guidance, and standards of health, safety, and nutrition. Topics include the learning environment, planning developmentally appropriate activities, positive guidance techniques, and health, safety, and nutrition standards. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate developmentally appropriate activities and positive guidance techniques and describe health/sanitation/nutrition practices that promote healthy environments for children. EDU 118 Teach Assoc Princ & Prac 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the teacher associate's role in the educational system. Topics include history of education, professional responsibilities and ethics, cultural diversity, communication skills, and identification of the optimal learning environment. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the supporting professional role of the teacher associate, demonstrate positive communication, and discuss educational philosophy. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Teacher Associate concentration in the Early Childhood Associate program. EDU 131 Child, Family, & Commun 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111, EDU 112 /113, ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course covers the relationships between the families, programs for children/schools, and the community. Emphasis is placed on establishing and maintaining positive collaborative relationships with families and community resources. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate strategies for effectively working with diverse families and identifying and utilizing community resources. EDU 144 Child Development I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: PSY 150, ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course covers the theories of child development and the developmental sequences of children from conception through the pre-school years for early childhood educators. Emphasis is placed on sequences in physical/motor, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development and appropriate experiences for the young child. Upon completion,



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		students should be able to identify developmental milestones, plan experiences to enhance development, and describe appropriate interaction techniques and environments for typical/atypical development. EDU 145 Child Development II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: EDU 144 Corequisites: None This course covers theories of child development and developmental sequences of children from pre-school through middle childhood for early childhood educators. Emphasis is placed on characteristics of physical/motor, social, emotional, and cognitive/language development and appropriate experiences for children. Upon completion, students should be able to identify developmental characteristics, plan experiences to enhance development, and describe appropriate interaction techniques and environments. EDU 146 Child Guidance 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111, EDU 112/113 Corequisites: None This course introduces practical principles and techniques for developmentally appropriate guidance. Emphasis is placed on encouraging self-esteem and cultural awareness, effective communication skills, and direct and indirect guidance techniques and strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate strategies which encourage positive social interactions, promote conflict resolution, and develop self-control, self-motivation, and self-esteem in children. EDU 153 Health, Safety, & Nutrition 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113 Corequisites: None This course focuses on promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of children. Topics include health and nutritional needs, safe and healthy environments, and recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and monitor safe indoor and outdoor environments and implement a nutrition education program. EDU 155 Art & Drama for Children 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113 Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of visual art and drama for children. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic forms and planning, designing, and implementing visual art and drama for children. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the development of basic form and plan, design, and implement visual art and drama in an educational setting. EDU 156 Community as Classroom 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity for off-campus learning opportunities. Emphasis is placed on field trips, effective communication with community agencies and speakers, and awareness of the natural environment and local cultural heritage. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct appropriate field trips and site visits and interact professionally with community resources and contracts.
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	EDU 157 Active Play 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement & EDU 111 and EDU 112/113 Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of indoor and outdoor physical activities to promote the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development of children. Topics include the role of active play, development development of play skills, playground design, selection of safe equipment, and materials and surfacing for active play. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the stages of play, the role of teachers in play, and the design of appropriate active play areas and activities. EDU 186 Reading & Writing Methods 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers concepts, resources, and methods for teaching reading and writing to school-age children. Topics include the importance of literacy, learning styles, skills assessment, various reading and writing approaches, and instructional strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate reading and writing experiences. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Teacher Associate concentration in the Early Childhood Associate program. EDU 221 Children with Sp Needs 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement,EDU 111, EDU 112/113, EDU 153 EDU 144, EDU 145 ENG 111 and ENG 112 or ENG 114, PSY 244, PSY 245 Corequisites: None This course introduces working with children with special needs. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics and assessment of children and strategies for adapting the home and classroom environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize atypical development, make appropriate referrals, and work collaboratively to plan, implement, and evaluate inclusion strategies. EDU 234 Infants, Toddlers, & Twos 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113, EDU 153, EDU 144 and EDU 145, ENG 111 and ENG 112 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers the skills needed to effectively implement group care for infants, toddlers, and two-year olds. Emphasis is placed on child development and developmentally appropriate practices. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, plan, select materials and equipment, and implement and evaluate a developmentally appropriate curriculum. EDU 235 School-Age Dev & Program 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113, EDU 153, EDU 144 and EDU 145, ENG 111 and ENG 112 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course presents developmentally appropriate practices in group care for school-age children. Topics include principles of development, environmental planning, and positive guidance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss developmental principles for children five to twelve years of age and plan and implement age-appropriate activities.



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		EDU 254 Music & Move for Child 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113 Corequisites: None This course covers the use of music and creative movement for children. Topics include a general survey of the basic elements of music and planning, designing, and implementing music and movement experiences for creative learning. Upon completion, students should be able to use voice and various musical instruments to provide musical and movement activities for children. EDU 256 Sci & Soc Studies Methods 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113, EDU 153, EDU 144 and EDU 145, ENG 111 and ENG 112 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers objectives, content, materials, and instructional approaches to natural sciences and social studies. Topics include classroom and laboratory science experiences; integration of history, geography, economics, and government materials; research/study techniques; and critical thinking. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate learning experiences in science and social studies. EDU 257 Math Methods & Materials 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement, EDU 111 and EDU 112/113, EDU 153, EDU 144 and EDU 145, ENG 111 and ENG 112 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers concepts, activities, methods, and materials for teaching mathematics in elementary through middle school grades. Topics include individual instruction, developmental skill building, manipulatives, problem solving, critical thinking, and numerical concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate math experiences. EDU 259 Curriculum Planning 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: EDU 112, EDU 113, EDU 119, Placement and Last Semester Student Corequisites: None This course covers early childhood curriculum planning. Topics include philosophy, curriculum, indoor and outdoor environmental design, scheduling, observation and assessment, and instructional planning and evaluation. Upon completion, students should be able to assess children and curriculum; plan for daily, weekly, and long-range instruction; and design environments with appropriate equipment and supplies. EDU 261 Early Childhood Admin I 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: None This course covers the policies, procedures, and responsibilities for the management of early childhood education programs. Topics include implementation of goals, principles of supervision, budgeting and financial management, and meeting the standards for a NC Child Day Care license. Upon completion, students should be able to develop program goals, explain licensing standards, determine budgeting needs, and describe effective methods of personnel supervision.

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	EDU 262 Early Childhood Admin II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: Placement and EDU 261 Corequisites: None This course provides a foundation for budgetary, financial, and personnel management of the child care center. Topics include budgeting, financial management, marketing, hiring, supervision, and professional development of a child care center. Upon completion, students should be able to formulate marketing, financial management, and fund development plans and develop personnel policies, including supervision and staff development plans. EDU 271 Media Tech for Teachers 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the operation and maintenance of recording and projection equipment, the creation of classroom materials, and the application of new technologies in schools. Topics include audiovisual equipment and production, electronic and on-line information, instructional materials construction, and use of educational software. Upon completion, students should be able to use and maintain audiovisual equipment, develop instructional materials, and implement technologies for clerical management and instruction. EDU 275 Effective Teach Training 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides specialized training using an experienced-based approach to learning. Topics include instructional preparation and presentation, student interaction, time management, learning expectations, evaluation, and curriculum principles and planning. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and present a six-step lesson plan and demonstrate ways to improve students' time-on-task. EDU 282 Early Childhood Lit 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and language in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children's literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques. EDU 285 Internship Exp-School Age 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: ENG 111 and completion of curriculum core requirements Corequisites: COE 121 or COE 122 This course provides an opportunity to discuss internship experiences with peers and faculty. Emphasis is placed on evaluating and integrating practicum experiences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in early childhood education. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Teacher Associate concentration in the Early Childhood Associate program. EDU 286 Early Childhood Issues 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: Placement, ENG 111 & Last Semester of Student Corequisites COE 121 or COE 111 This course provides an opportunity to discuss the application of skills in a developmentally



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		appropriate early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on developing strategies for reaching competency goals and objectives and on planning and developing curriculum. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in classroom management skills and in developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum plans. ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity 3 6 0 5 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts of and computations related to DC/AC electricity. Emphasis is placed on DC/AC circuits, components, operation of test equipment; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, verify, and analyze simple DC/AC circuits. ELC 113 Basic Wiring I 2 6 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Topics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical blueprint reading; planning, layout; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribution equipment associated with basic electrical installations. ELC 114 Basic Wiring II 2 6 0 4 Prerequisites: ELC 113 Corequisites: None This course provides additional instruction in the application of electrical tools, materials, and test equipment associated with electrical installations. Topics include the NEC; safety; electrical blueprints; planning, layout, and installation of equipment and conduits; and wiring devices such as panels and overcurrent devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly install equipment and conduit associated with electrical installations. ELC 117 Motors and Controls 2 6 0 4 Prerequisites: ELC 112 or ELC 131 Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. ENG 070 Basic Language Skills 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamentals of standard written English. Emphasis is placed on effective word choice, recognition of sentences and sentence parts, and basic usage. Upon completion, students should be able to generate a variety of sentence types that clearly express ideas. This course does not satisfy the developmental reading and writing prerequisite for ENG 111 or ENG 111A..

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	ENG 080 Writing Foundations 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: ENG 070 or ENG 075 Corequisites: None This course introduces the writing process and stresses effective sentences. Emphasis is placed on applying the conventions of written English, reflecting standard usage and mechanics in structuring a variety of sentences. Upon completion, students should be able to write correct sentences and a unified, coherent paragraph. This course does not satisfy the developmental reading and writing prerequisite for ENG 111 or ENG 111A.. ENG 090 Composition Strategies 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 080 or ENG 085 Corequisites: None This course provides practice in the writing process and stresses effective paragraphs. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying the conventions of standard written English in developing paragraphs within the essay. Upon completion, students should be able to compose a variety of paragraphs and a unified, coherent essay. This course satisfies the developmental writing requirement for ENG 111 and ENG 111A.. ENG 095 Reading and Compostions Strategies 5 0 0 5 Prerequisites: ENG 080 and RED 080 (Students will be given the option of taking RED 090 and ENG 090 OR ENG 095) Corequisites: None This course uses whole language to strengthen proficiency in reading and writing for college. Emphasis is placed on applying critical reading skills to narrative and expository texts and on using the writing process. Upon completion, student should be able to comprehend, analyze, and evaluate college texts and to compose essays in preparation for college writing. This course integrates ENG 090 and RED 090. This course satisfies the developmental reading and writing prerequisites for ENG 111 and ENG 111A. ENG 101 Applied Communications I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to enhance reading and writing skills for the workplace. Emphasis is placed on technical reading, job-related vocabulary, sentence writing, punctuation, and spelling. Upon completion, students should be able to identify main ideas with supporting details and produce mechanically correct short writings appropriate to the workplace. This is a diploma-level course. ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090; or ENG 095 Corequisites: None This course is the required first course in a series of two designed to develop the ability to produce clear expository prose. Emphasis is placed on the writing process including audience analysis, topic selection, thesis support and development, editing, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition.



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		ENG 112 Argument-Based Research 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and argumentative strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing data and incorporating research findings into documented argumentative essays and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to summarize, paraphrase, interpret, and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using standard research format and style. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. ENG 114 Prof. Research & Reporting 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corerequisites: None This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and collaboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations. The course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. ENG 115 Oral Communication 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. ENG 131 Introduction to Literature 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: ENG 112, ENG 113, or ENG 114 This course introduces the principal genres of literature. Emphasis is placed on literary terminology, devices, structure, and interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and respond to literature. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. ENG 233 Major American Writers 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 112, ENG 113, or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course provides an intensive study of the works of several major American authors. Emphasis is placed on American history, culture, and the literary merits. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and evaluate the works studied. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.

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	ENG 243 Major British Writers 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 112, ENG 113, or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course provides an intensive study of the works of several major British authors. Emphasis is placed on British history, culture, and the literary merits. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and evaluate the works studied. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. ENG 273 African-American Literature 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 112, ENG 113, or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course introduces selected works from the Pacific, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from the eighteenth century to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to selected works. FRE 111 Elementary French I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental elements of the French language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to compreheand and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written French and demonstrate cultural awareness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. FRE 112 Elementary French II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: FRE 111 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of FRE 111 focusing on the fundamental elements of the French language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to compreheand and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written French and demonstrate cultural awareness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. FRE 211 Intermediate French I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: FRE 112 Corequisites: None This course provides a review and expansion of the essential skills of the French language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.



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		FRE 212 Intermediate French II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: FRE 211 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of FRE 211. Emphasis is placed on the continuing study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. GEL 111 Introductory Geology 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic landforms and geological processes. Topics include rocks, minerals, volcanoes, fluvial processes, geological history, plate tectonics, glaciers, and coastal dynamics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic geological processes that shape the earth. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. GEL 120 Physical Geology 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of the sturcture and composition of the earth's crust. Emphasis is placed on weathering, erosional and depositional processes, mountain building forces, rocks and minerals, and structural changes. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the structure, composition, and formation of the earth's crust. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. GEL 220 Marine Geology 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: GEL 120 Corequisites: None This course presents a detailed examination of coastal and sea floor geology. Emphasis is placed on coastal and sea floor landforms and processes that shape these features. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the origin and evolution of both coastal and sea floor landforms. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. GEO 111 World Regional Geography 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the regional concept which emphasizes the spatial association of people and their environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cultural, and economic systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the earth. Upon completion, students should be able to describe variations in physical and cultural features of a region and demonstrate an understanding of their functional relationships. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.

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	GEO 121 North Carolina Geography 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a survey of the physical and cultural landscapes of North Carolina. topics include physical characteristics of North Carolina, settlement patterns, resource use, and cultural variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the distinct physical and cultural features of North Carolina. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. GEO 130 General Physical Geography 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces both the basic physical components that help shape the earth and the study of minerals, rocks, and evolution of landforms. Emphasis is placed on the geographic grid, cartography, weather, climate, mineral composition, fluvial processes, and erosion and deposition. Upon completion, students should be able to identify these components and processes and explain how they interact. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. HEA 110 Personal Health/Wellness 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. HEA 120 Community Health 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides information about contemporary community health and school hygiene issues. Topics include health education and current information about health trends. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and devise strategies to prevent today's community health problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive ARticulation Agreement premajor and/or elective course requirement. HIS 111 World Civilizations I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces world history from the dawn of civilization to the early modern era. Topics include Eurasian, African, American, and Greco-Roman civilizations and Christian, Islamic and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, cultural developments in pre-modern world civilizations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.



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		HIS 112 World Civilizations II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces world history from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the cultures of Africa, Europe, India, China, Japan, and the Americas. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern world civilizations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. HIS 131 American History I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a survey of American history from pre-history through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early American history. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. HIS 132 American History II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a survey of American history from the Civil War era to the Present. Topics include industrialization, immigration, the Great Depression, the major American wars, the Cold War, and social conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developpments in American history since the Civil War. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. HIS 225 American Business History 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a survey of American business history from the colonial period to the present. Topics include the evaluation of business functions and structures and the relationship between public policy and economic growth. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments affecting American Business. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirment. HMT 110 Intro to Healthcare Mgt. (Pitt CC) 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: BUS 137 Corequisites: None This course introduces the functions, practices, organizational structures, and professional issues in healthcare management. Emphasis is placed on planning, controlling, directing, and communicating within health and human services organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the concepts of management within a healthcare service environment.

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	HMT 210 Medical Insurance (Pitt CC) 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MED 122 or OST 142 Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts of medical insurance. Topics include types and characteristics of third-party payers, coding concepts, payment systems, and manual/electronic claims form preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to process third-party claims forms. HMT 211 Long-Term Care Admin. (Pitt CC) 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: HMT 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces the administration of long-term care facilities and services. Emphasis is placed on nursing home care, home health care, hospice, skilled nursing facilities, and other long-term care services. Upon completion, students should be able to administer state and national standards and regulations as they apply to long-term.care. HMT 212 Mgt. of Healthcare Org. (Pitt CC) 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: HMT 110 Corequisites: None This course examines current issues affecting the management of healthcare delivery systems. Topics include current problems, changes, and challenges in the healthcare environment. Upon completion, students should be able to identify current health care issues and their impact on healthcare management. HMT 220 Healthcare Financial Mgmt. (Pitt CC) 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: HMT 110 and ACC 225 Corequisites: None This course covers the methods and techniques utilized in the financial management of healthcare problems. Topics include cost determination, pricing of services, financial statement analysis, forecasting/projections, third-party billing, reimbursement, Medicare, Medicaid, and budgeting. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management in a healthcare environment. HRM 110 Intro. to Hospitality 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the growth and progress of the hospitality industry. Topics include financing, hotels, restaurants, and clubs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the background, contect, and career opportunities that exist in the hospitality industry. HRM 125 Hospitality Etiquette 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers social skills needed to effectively interact within organizational and customer situations. Topics include general social manners, personal appearance, table manners, restaurant and meeting etiquette, and business interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to function with confidence in various social, cultural, and professional situations.



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		HRM 135 Facilities Management 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic elements of planning and designing hospitality facilities, including their maintenance and upkeep. Topics include equipment and plant preventive maintenance, engineering, interior design, space utilization, remodeling and expansion, and traffic and work flow patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the planning, design, and maintenance of hospitality physical plants and equipment. HRM 140 Hospitality Tourism Law 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the rights and responsibilities that the law grants to or imposes upon the hospitality industry. Topics include federal and state regulations, historical and current pratices, safety and security, risk management, loss prevention, torts, and contracts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the legal system to prevent or minimize organizational liability. HRM 145 Hospitality Supervision 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers principles of supervision as they apply to the hospitality industry. Topics include recruitment, selection, orientation, training, evaluation, and leadership skills. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and apply basic supervisory skills unique to the hospitality and service industry. HRM 150 Hospitality Training 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces techniques and methodology involved in developing training programs. Topics include job specification, description and breakdown, training methods, coaching, evaluation, and management development. Upon completion, students should be able to produce job specifications, descriptions, and breakdowns and conduct technical training. HRM 210 Meetings & Conventions 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces organization, arrangement, and operation of conventions, trade shows, professional meetings, and food functions. Emphasis is placed on the methods of marketing, selling, and servicing conventions and trade shows and the division of administrative responsibilities in their operation. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and apply the principles of management to multi-function, multi-day conferences and events. HRM 220 Food & Beverage Controls 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces controls and accounting procedures used in the hospitality industry. Topics include analysis of financial statements, reports, and costs. Upon completion,


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	students should be able to understand and apply food, beverage, and labor cost control systems. HRM 220A Food & Beverage Control Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: HRM 220 This course is a laboratory to accompany HRM 220. Emphasis is placed on practical computer applications of food and beverage control procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in computer-based control applications. HRM 240 Hospitality Marketing 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers planning, organizing, directing, and analyzing the results of marketing programs in the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on market segmentation and analysis, product and image development, sales planning, advertising, public relations, and collateral materials. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare marketing plan applicable to the hospitality industry. HRM 245 Hosp. Human Resource Mgt. 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course presents a systematic approach to human resource management in the hospitality industry. Topics include labor regulations and laws, hiring, development, discipline, motivation, separation, productivity, and organizational culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply sound human resource management skills to the hospitality industry. HRM 280 Hospitality Mgmt. Problems 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: HRM 220 Corequisites: None This course addresses current global, national, and local concerns and issues in the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving skills using currently available resources. Upon completion, students should be able to apply hospitality management principles to real challenges facing industry managers. HUM 115 Critical Thinking (Pitt CC) 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 101 or ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in the context of human conflict. Emphasis is placed on information, problem solving, approaching cross-cultural perspectives, and resolving controversies and dilemmas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate orally and in writing the use of critical thinking skills in the analysis of appropriate texts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. INT 110 International Business 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the environment, concepts, and basic differences



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		involved in international business. Topics include forms of foreign involvement, international trade theory, governmental influences on trade and strategies, international organizations, multinational corporations, personnel management, and international marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the foundation of international business. ITN 110 Intro to Web Graphics 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is the first of two courses covering the creation of web graphics, addressing problems peculiar to WWW display using appropriate software. Topics include web graphics file types, type conversion, RGB color, the browser-safe palette, elementary special effects, image maps, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics such as banners, buttons, backgrounds, and other graphics for Web pages. ITN 120 Intro Internet Multimedia 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This is the first of two courses covering the creation of Internet Multimedia. Topics include Internet Multimedia file types, file type conversion, acquisition of digital audio/video, streaming audio/video and graphics animation plug-in programs and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create Internet multimedia presentations utilizing a variety of methods and applications. ITN 130 Web Site Management 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the issues involved in web site architecture. Topics include operating system directory structures, web site structural design, web site navigation, web site maintenance, backup and security. Upon completion, students should be able to design a web site directory plan optimized for navigation and ease of maintenance. ITN 140 Web Development Tools 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to web development software suites. Topics include the creation of web sites and applets using web development software. Upon completion students should be able to create entire web sites and supporting applets. ITN 150 Internet Protocols 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the student to the application protocols used on the Internet. Topics include HTTP, Secure HTTP, TCP/IP, and related applications such as FTP, TELNET, and PING. Upon completion, students should be able to use the protocols as they pertain to the Internet, as well as, setup and maintain these protocols. ITN 160 Principles of Web Design 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces intermediate to advanced web page design techiques. Topics include

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	effective use of graphics, fonts, colors, navigation tools, advanced markup language elements, as well as a study of bad design techniques. Upon completion, the student should be able to employ advanced design techniques to create high impact and highly functional web pages. ITN 170 Intro to Internet Database 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This is the first of two course introducing the use of databases to store, retrieve and query data through HTML forms. Topics include database design for Internet databases, use of ODBC-compliant databases. Upon completion, students should be able to create and maintain a database that will collect, query and report on data via an HTML form. ITN 180 Active Server Programming 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces Active Server Programming. Topics include Jscript, VBScript, HTML forms processing, and the Active Server Object Model. Upon completion, student should be able to create and maintain Active Server applcations. ITN 210 Advanced Web Graphics 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: ITN 110 Corequisites: None This course is the second of two courses covering web graphics. Topics include graphics acquisition using scanners and digital cameras, graphics optimaization, use of masks, advanced special effects, GIF animation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics that are optimized for size and graphic file type, properly converted from digitized sources and create useful animated graphics. ITN 220 Adv. Internet Multimedia 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: ITN 120 Corequisites: None This is the second of two courses covering Internet multimedia. Topics include use of advanced Internet multimedia applications. Upon completion, students should be able to create interactive Internet multimedia presentations. ITN 240 Internet Security 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers security issues related to Internet services. Topics include the operating system and Internet service security mechanisms. Upon completion,s tudents should be able to implement security procedures for operating system level and server level alerts. ITN 250 Implement Internet Services 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the setup and configuration of news, mail, ftp, and WWW services. Topics include selection and installation of software to support common Internet services and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configue the



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		most commonly used Internet service software. ITN 260 Intro to E-Commerce 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts and tools to implement electronic commerce via the Internet. Topics include application and server software selection, securing transactions, use and verification of credit cards, publishing of catalogs, and site administration. Upon completion, students should be able to setup a working e-commerce Internet web site. ITN 270 Advanced Internet Databases 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: ITN 170 Corequisites: None This is the second of two courses on internet databases. Topics include database distribution and replication, data warehousing, integration of desktop and Internet database structures. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement an Internet database. LEX 110 Intro to Paralegal Study 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the paralegal profession and the legal system and an emphasis is placed on the role of professional and legal ethics. Topics include regulation, ethics, case analysis, legal reasoning, career opportunities, professional organizations, terminology, and other related topics. Upon completion, the students should be able to understand the role of a paralegal and identify the skills, knowledge, and ethics required of paralegals. LEX 120 Legal Research/Writing I 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the techniques of legal research and writing. Emphasis is placed on locating, analyzing, applying, and updating sources of law; effective legal writing, including proper citation; and the use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. LEX 121 Legal Research/Writing II 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: LEX 120 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced topics in legal research and writing. Topics include more complex legal issues and assignments involving preparation of legal memos, briefs, and other documents and the advanced use of electronic research methods. Upon completion, students should be able to perform legal research and writing assignments using techniques covered in the course. LEX 130 Civil Injuries 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers traditional tort concepts and the evolving body of individual rights created by statute. Topics include intentional and non-intentional torts with emphasis on negligence, strict liability, civil rights, workplace and environmental liability, remedies, and

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	damages. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, explain, and evaluate elements of civil injuries and related defenses. LEX 140 Civil Litigation I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the structure of the legal system and the rules governing civil litigation. Topics include jurisdiction state and federal rules of civil procedure and evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in pre-litigation matters and preparation of pleadings and motions. LEX 141 Civil Litigation II 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: LEX 140 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced topics in the civil litigation process. Topics include motions, discovery, and trial and appellate procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to assist an attorney in preparing and organizing documents for trial, settlement and post-trial practice. LEX 150 Commercial Law I 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers legally enforceable agreements, forms of organization, and selected portions of the Uniform Commercial Code. Topics include drafting and enforcement of contracts, leases, and related documents and selection and implementation of business organization forms, sales, and commercial papers. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the elements of a contract, prepare various business documents, and understand the role of commercial paper. LEX 160 Criminal Law & Procedure 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces substantive criminal law and procedural rights of the accused. Topics include elements of state/federal crimes, defenses, constitutional issues, pre-trial and trial process, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain elements of specific crimes and assist an attorney in preparing a criminal case. LEX 170 Administrative Law 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the scope, authority, and regulatory operations of various federal, state, and local administrative agencies. Topics include social security, worker's compensation, unemployment, zoning, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to research sources of administrative law, investigate, and assist in representation of clients before administrative agencies. LEX 210 Real Property I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the study of real property law. Topics include the distinction



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		between real and personal property, various estates, mechanics of conveyance and encumbrance, recordation, special proceedings, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify estates, forms of deeds, requirements for recording, and procedures to enforce rights to real property. LEX 211 Real Property II 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: LEX 210 Corequisites: None This course continues the study of real property law relating to title examination and preparation of closing documents. Topics include use of courthouse and other public records in title examination and preparation of documents required in real estate transactions and closings. Upon completion, students should be able to plot/draft a description, perform complete title examination, draft closing documents including title insurance forms, and prepare disbursement reconciliation. LEX 240 Family Law 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers laws governing domestic relations. Topics include marriage, separation, divorce, child custody, support, property division, adoption, domestic violence, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather information, and draft documents related to family law. LEX 250 Wills, Estates, & Trusts 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers various types of wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, and intestacy. Topics include types of wills and execution requirements, caveats and dissents, intestate succession, inventories and accountings, distribution and settlement, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to draft simple wills, prepare estate forms, understand administration of estates including taxation, and explain terms regarding trusts. LEX 260 Bankruptcy & Collections 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the laws of bankruptcy and the rights of creditors and debtors. Topics include bankruptcy procedures and estate management, attachment, claim and delivery, repossession, foreclosure, collection, garnishment, and post-judgment collection procedure. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and file bankruptcy forms, collection letters, statutory liens, and collection of judgments. LEX 270 Law Office Mgt/Technology 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of law office management and organization. Topics include office forms, filing systems, billing/time keeping, computer systems, calendar systems, library administration, case management, office/personnel procedures, ethics, and technology. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and maintain various law office systems, monitor case progress, and supervise non-lawyer personnel.

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	LEX 280 Ethics & Professionalism 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course reinforces legal ethics and the role of the paralegal in a professional work environment. Topics include a review of ethics, employment opportunities, and search techniques; paralegal certification; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the paralegal's role in the ethical practice of law. LEX 283 Investigation 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers various aspects of civil and criminal investigation. Topics include locating witnesses, interviewing techniques, obtaining records, sketching and photographing accident scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, and preparation of exhibits for trial. Upon completion, students should be able to locate witnesses, prepare questionnaires, interview witnesses, obtain criminal/motor vehicle/medical/ accident records, sketch scenes, and prepare exhibits. LEX 285 Workers' Comp Law 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the process of initiating and handling workers' compensation claims. Emphasis is placed on reviewing and drafting relevant Industrial Commission forms. Upon completion, students should be able to interview clients, gather information, and draft documents related to workers' compensation claims. MAT 050 Basic Math Skills 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to strengthen basic math skills. Topics include properties, rounding, estimating, comparing, converting, and computing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic computations and solve relevant mathematical problems. MAT 060 Essential Mathematics 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 050 Corequisites: None This course is a comprehensive study of mathematical skills which should provide a strong mathematical foundation to pursue further study. Topics include principles and applications of decimals, fractions, percents, ratio and proportion, order of operations, geometry, measurement, and elements of algebra and statistics. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic computations and solve relevant, multi-step mathematical problems using technology where appropriate. MAT 070 Introductory Algebra 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 060 Corequisites: RED 080 or ENG 085 This course establishes a foundation in algebraic concepts and problem solving. Topics include signed numbers, exponents, order of operations, simplifying expressions, solving



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		linear equations and inequalities, graphing, formulas, polynomials, factoring, and elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology. MAT 080 Intermediate Algebra 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 070 Corequisites: RED 080 or ENG 085 This course continues the study of algebraic concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include factoring; rational expressions; rational exponents; rational, radical, and quadratic equations; systems of equations; inequalities; graphing; functions; variations; complex numbers; and elements of geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology. MAT 090 Accelerated Algebra 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 060 Corequisites: RED 080 or ENG 085 This course covers algebraic concepts with emphasis on applications. Topics include those covered in MAT 070 and MAT 080. Upon completion, students should be able to apply algebraic concepts in problem solving using appropriate technology. MAT 101 Applied Mathematics I 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 060 Corequisites: None This course is a comprehensive review of arithmetic with basic algebra designed to meet the needs of certificate and diploma programs. Topics include arithmetic and geometric skills used in measurement, ratio and proportion, exponents and roots, applications of percent, linear equations, formulas, and statistics. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems in their specific areas of study. This course is intended for certificate and diploma programs. MAT 110 Mathematical Measurement 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 070 Corequisites: None This course provides an activity-based approach to utilizing, interpreting, and communicating data in a variety of measurement systems. Topics include accuracy, precision, conversion, and estimation within metric, apothecary, and avoirdupois systems; ratio and proportion; measures of central tendency and dispersion; and charting of data. Upon completion, students should be able to apply proper techniques to gathering, recording, manipulating, analyzing, and communicating data. MAT 115 Mathematical Models 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 070 Corequisites: None This course develops the ability to utilize mathematical skills and technology to solve problems at a level found in non-mathematics-intensive programs. Topics include applications to percent, ratio and proportion, formulas, statistics, functional notation, linear functions, probability, sampling techniques, scatter plots, and modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems, reason and communicate with mathematics, and work confidently, collaboratively, and independently.

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	MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 070 Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction in a non-technical setting to selected topics in mathematics. Topics may include, but are not limited to, sets, logic, probability, statistics, matrices, mathematical systems, geometry, topology, mathematics of finance, and modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to understand a variety of mathematical applications, think logically, and be able to work collaboratively and independently. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 140A Survey of Mathematics Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 070 Corerequisites: MAT 140 This course is a laboratry for MAT 140. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 141 Math I for Teacher/K-9 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: None This course is the first of a two course sequence that develops a deeper understanding and appreciation of the basic concepts of mathematics. Emphasis is placed on sets, logic, number bases, elementary number theory, introductory algebra, measurement including metrics, and problem solving. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate orally and in writing these basic mathematical concepts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 141A Math I for Teachers/K-9 Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 141 This course is a laboratory for MAT 141. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to sove problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 142 Math II for Teachers/K-9 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 141 Corequisites: None This course is the second of a two course sequence that develops a deeper understanding and appreciation of the basic concepts of mathematics. Emphasis is placed on probability, statistics, functions, introductory geometry, and mathematics of finance. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate orally and in writing these basic mathematical concepts and utilize technology as a mathematical tool.



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		MAT 142A Math II for Teachers/K-9 Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 141 Corequisites: MAT 142 This course is a laboratory for MAT 142. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 145 Analytical Math 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop problem-solving and reasoning skills by the study of selected areas of mathematics. Topics include elementary and Boolean algebra, sets, logic, number theory, numeration systems, probability, statistics, and linear programming. Upon completion, students should be able to apply logic and other mathematical concepts. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirment. MAT 145A Analytical Math Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 145 This course is a laboratory for MAT 145. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to sove problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 151 Statistics I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: None This course provides a project-based approach to the study of basic probability, descriptive and inferential statistics, and decision making. Emphasis is placed on measures of central tendency and dispersion, correlation, regression, discrete and continuous probability distributions, quality control, population parameter estimation, hypotheses testing. Upon completion, students should be able to describe important characteristics of a set of data and draw inferences about a population from sample data. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 151A Statistics I Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 151 This course is a laboratory for MAT 151. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to sove problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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	MAT 155 Statistics Analysis 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: None This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include sampling, distributions, plotting data, central tendency, dispersion, Central Limits Theorem, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlations, regressions, and multinomial experiments. Upon completion, students should be able to describe data and test inferences about populations using sample data. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 155A Statistics Analysis Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 155 This course is a laboratory for MAT 155. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirment. MAT 161 College Algebra 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 161A This course provides an integrated technological approach to algebraic topics used in problem solving. Emphasis is placed on equations and inequalities; polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions; and graphing and data analysis/modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to choose an appropriate model to fit a data set and use the model for analysis and prediction. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 161A College Algebra Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 161 This course is a laboratory for MAT 161. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 162 College Trigonometry 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 161 Corequisites: MAT 162A This course provides an integrated technological approach to trigonometry and its applications. Topics include trigonometric ratios, right triangles, oblique triangles, trigonometric functions, graphing, vectors, and complex numbers. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the above principles of trigonometry to problem solving and communication. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.



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		MAT 162A College Trig Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 161 Corequisites: MAT 162 This course is a laboratory for MAT 162. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 171A This is the first of two courses designed to emphansize topics which are fundmental to the study of calculus. Emphasis is placed on equations and inequalities, functions (linear, polynomial, rational), systems of equations and inequalities, and parametric equations. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems and use appropriate models for analysis and predictions. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 171A Precalculus Algebra Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 080 or MAT 090 Corequisites: MAT 171 This course is a laboratory for MAT 171. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 172 Precalculus Trigonometry 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 171 Corequisites: MAT 172A This is the second of two courses designed to emphasize topics which are fundamental to the study of calculus. Emphasis is placed on properties and applications of transcendental functions and their graphs, right and oblique triangle trigonometry, conic sections, and vectors. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems and use appropriate models for analysis and prediction. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 172A Precalculus Trig Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 171 Corequisites: MAT 172 This course is a laboratory for MAT 172. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

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	MAT 175 Precalculus 4 0 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an intense study of the topics which are fundamental to the study of calculus. Emphasis is placed on functions and their graphs with special attention to polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, and analytic trigonometry. Upon completion, students should be able to solve practical problems and use appropriate models for analysis and prediction. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 175A Precalculus Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: MAT 175 This course is a laboratory for MAT 175. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 263 Brief Calculus 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 161 Corequisites: None This course introduces concepts of differentiation and integration and their applications to solving problems; the course is designed for students needing one semester of calculus. Topics include functions, graphing, differentiation, and integration with emphasis on applications drawn from business, economics, and biological and behavioral sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the use of basic calculus and technology to solve problems and to analyze and communicate results. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 263A Brief Claculus Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: MAT 161 Corequisites: MAT 263 This course is a laboratory for MAT 263. Emphasis is placed on experiences that enhance the materials presented in the class. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems, apply critical thinking, work in teams, and communicate effectively. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. MAT 271 Calculus I 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 172 or MAT 175 Corequisites: None This course covers in depth the differential calculus portion of a three-course calculus sequence. Topics include limits, continuity, derivatives, and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions of one variable, with applications. Upon completion, students should be able to apply differentiation and integration techniques to algebraic and
	transcendental functions. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.



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		MAT 272 Calculus II 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 271 Corequisites: None The course course provides a rigorous treatment of integration and is the second calculus course in a three-course sequence. Topics include applications of definite integrals, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sections, parametric equations, polar coordinates, and differentail equations. Upon completion, students should be able to use integration and approximation techniques to solve application problems. This course has been approved to satisfy thye Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MAT 273 Calculus III 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 272 Corequisites: None This course covers the calculus of several variables and is the third calculus course in a three-course sequence. Topics include functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, solid analytical geometry, vector-valued functions, and line and surface integrals. Upon completion, student should be able to solve problems involving cectors and functions of several variables. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. MED 110 Orientation to Med Assist 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the history of medicine and the role of the medical assistant in the health care setting. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, attitude, behaviors, and duties in the medical environment. Upon completion, students should be able to project a positive attitude and promote the profession of medical assisting. MED 112 Ori to Clinic Setting I 0 0 3 1 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course provides an early opportunity to observe the medical setting. Emphasis is placed on medical assisting procedures including appointment scheduling, filing, greeting patients, telephone techniques, billing, collections, medical records, and related medical procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to identify administrative and clinical procedures in the medical environment. MED 114 Prof Interac in Heal Care 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course is designed to identify various patient behaviors encountered in the medical setting. Emphasis is placed on stressors related to illness, cultural influences, death and dying, and needs specific to patients. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize appropriate methods of verbal and nonverbal communication with empathy and impartiality. MED 116 Introduction to A & P 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course introduces basic anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on the relationship

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	between body structure and function and the procedures common to health care. Upon completion, students should be able to identify body system components and functions relating this knowledge to the delivery of health care. MED 118 Medical Law and Ethics 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers legal relationships of physicians and patients, contractual agreements, professional liability, malpractice, medical practice acts, informed consent, and bioethical issues. Emphasis is placed on legal terms, professional attitudes, and the principles and basic concepts of ethics and laws involved in providing medical services. Upon completion, students should be able to meet the legal and ethical responsibilities of a multi-skilled health professional. MED 121 Medical Terminology I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces prefixes, suffixes, and word roots used in the language of medicine. Topics include medical vocabulary and the terms that relate to the anatomy, physiology, pathological conditions, and treatment of selected systems. Upon completion, students should be able to pronounce, spell, and define medical terms as related to selected body systems and their pathological disorders. MED 122 Medical Terminology II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: MED 121 Corequisites: None This course is the second in a series of medical terminology courses. Topics include medical vocabulary and the terms that relate to the anatomy, physiology, pathological conditions, and treatment of selected systems. Upon completion, students should be able to pronounce, spell, and define medical terms as related to selected body systems and their pathological disorders. MED 130 Admin Office Proc I 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces medical office administrative procedures. Topics include appointment processing, written and oral communications, medical records, patient orientation, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic administrative skills within the medical environment. MED 131 Admin Office Proc II 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: MED 130 Corequisites: None This course is the second in a series and provides medical office procedures in both economic and management skills. Topics include physical plant maintenance, equipment and supplies, liability coverage, medical economics, and introductory insurance procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage the economics of the medical office and supervise personnel.



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		MED 134 Medical Transcription 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: MED 121 Corequisites: None This course provides the basic knowledge, understanding, and skills required to complete medical reports and transcribe medical dictation. Emphasis is placed on correct punctuation, capitalization, and spelling. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in medical transcription. MED 140 Exam Room Procedures I 3 4 0 5 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in clinical examining room procedures. Topics include asepsis, infection control, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, preparation and administration of medications, EKG, vital signs, and medical emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in exam room procedures. MED 150 Laboratory Procedures I 3 4 0 5 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in basic lab techniques used by the medical assistant. Topics include lab safety, quality control, collecting and processing specimens, performing selective tests, phlebotomy, screening and follow-up of test results, and OSHA/CLIA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic lab tests/skills based on course topics. MED 260 MED Clinical Externship 0 0 15 5 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course provides the opportunity to apply clinical, laboratory, and administrative skills in a medical facility. Emphasis is placed on enhancing competence in clinical and administrative skills necessary for comprehensive patient care and strengthening professional communications and interactions. Upon completion, students should be able to function as an entry-level health care professional. MED 262 Clinical Perspectives 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course is designed to explore personal and occupational responsibilities of the practicing medical assistant. Emphasis is placed on problems encountered during externships and development of problem-solving skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate courteous and diplomatic behavior when solving problems in the medical facility. MED 264 Med Assisting Overview 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Medical Assisting program Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the complete medical assisting curriculum. Emphasis is placed on all facets of medical assisting pertinent to administrative, laboratory, and clinical

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	procedures performed in the medical environment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas covered on the national certification examination for medical assistants. MKT 120 Principles of Marketing 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces principles and problems of marketing goods and services. Topics include promotion, placement, and pricing strategies for products. Upon completion, students should be able to apply marketing principles in organizational decision making. MKT 123 Fundamentals of Selling 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to emphasize the necessity of selling skills in a modern business environment. Emphasis is placed on sales techniques involved in various types of selling situations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the techniques covered. MKT 220 Advertising & Sales Promotion 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the elements of advertising and sales promotion in the business environment. Topics include advertising and sales promotion appeals, selection of media, use of advertising and sales promotion as a marketing tool, and means of testing effectiveness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts covered through application. MPS 101 Introduction to Outboards 3 6 0 5 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the principles of outboard engine construction, operation, and internal combustion component parts. Topics include outboard models and makes; electrical ignition, charge, warning, and starting components; fuel tank, lines, and pumps; oil blend systems; and carburetor systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, troubleshoot, and repair various outboard fuel/electrical systems, use service manuals, and follow environmental safety practices/procedures. This is a diploma-level course. MPS 102 Outboard Powerhead Systems 3 6 0 5 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic powerhead designs and functions on a variety of outboard makes and models. Topics include identifying the complete outboard powerhead cylinder block, crank shaft, bearings, pistons, and connecting rod assembly system and techniques to test/troubleshoot powerhead components. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, test, and rebuild powerhead systems with specific attention to parts identification, tolerance inspection, assembly, and installation. This is a diploma-level course.



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		MPS 103 Outboard Lower Unit Sys 3 6 0 5 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the principles of gear cases, power trim/tilt systems, propellers, and gear shifting systems on a variety of outboard engines. Topics include identifying gear case models (forward/reverse, clutch, bearings, drive, prop shafts, and water pumps) and power trim/tilt systems (hydraulics/pump motors/senders/ design). Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, service, and rebuild outboard engine gear cases and power trim and tilt systems. This is a diploma-level course. MTH 110 Massage Therapy I 6 12 0 10 Prerequisites: Acceptance in to the Therapeutic Massage Program. Corequisites: BIO 163 and MED 120 or MED 121 This course introduces concepts basic to the role of the massage therapist. Emphasis is placed on beginning theory and techniques of bodywork as well as skill in therapeutic touch. Upon completion of the course the student should be able to apply basic practical massage therapy skills. MTH 120 Massage Therapy II 6 12 0 10 Prerequisites: MTH 110 Corequisites: BIO 155 OR NUR 118 OR NUT 110 This course provides an expanded knowledge and skill base for the massage therapist. Emphasis is placed on selected therapeutic approaches throughout the lifespan. Upon completion of this course the student should be able to perform entry level massage therapy techniques. MTH 125 Massage Therapy III 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: MTH 120 Corequisites: Independent Practicum This course is designed to explore issues related to the practice of massage therapists. Emphasis is placed on ethical, legal, professional, and political issues. Upon completion of this course the student should be able to discuss issues relating to the practice of massage therapy. MTH 210 Massage Therapy IV 4 12 0 8 Prerequisites: MTH 125 Corequisites: BIO 271 This course provides knowledge and skills in diverse bodywork modalities. Emphasis is placed on selected techniques such as Neuromuscular Therapy, Strain/Counter Strain Therapy, Oriental Therapies, Reflexology, and Reiki. Upon completion of this course the student should be able to perform basic skills in techniques covered. MTH 220 Massage Therapy V 4 0 10 7 Prerequisites: MTH 210 Corequisites: COE 111 This course provides knowledge and skills in more complex bodyworks modalities. Emphasis is placed on selected techniques such as Myofacial Release, Injury Massage, and

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	Hydrotherapy. Upon completion of this course the student should be able to perform basic skills in techniques covered. MUS 110 Music Appreciation 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a basic survey of the music of the Western world. Emphasis is placed on the elements of music, terminology, composers, form, and style within a historical perspective. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in basic listening and understanding of the art of music. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. MUS 112 Introduction to Jazz 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the origins and musical components of jazz and the contributions of its major artists. Emphasis is placed on the development of discriminating listening habits, as well as the investigation of the styles and structural forms of the jazz idiom. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in listening and understanding this form of American music. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. MUS 113 American Music 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces various musical styles, influences, and composers of the United States from pre-Colonial times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the broad variety of music particular to American culture. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skillls in basic listening and understanding of American music. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. MUS 213 Opera and Musical Theatre 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the origins and development of opera and musical theatre from the works of Claudio Monteverdi to the present. Emphasis is placed on how the structure and components of opera and musicals effect dramaturgy through listening examples and analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate analytical and listening skills in understanding both opera and the musical. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. NAS 101 Nursing Assistant I 3 2 3 5 Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED Corequisites: None This course introduces basic nursing skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, or clients in a health care setting. Topics include communications, safety, patients' rights, personal care, vital signs, elimination, nutrition, emergencies, rehabilitation, and mental health. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills necessary to qualify



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		as a Nursing Assistant I with the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry. This is a certificate-level course. NAS 102 Nursing Assistant II 3 2 6 6 Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED and currently listed as NA I with State of North Carolina Corequisites: None This course provides training in selected advanced nursing assistant procedures. Emphasis is placed on sterile techniques, respiratory procedures, catheterizations, wound and trach care, irrigations, and ostomy care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills necessary to qualify as a Nursing Assistant II with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. This is a certificate-level course. (On Demand) NAS 103 Home Health Care 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED Corequisites: None This course covers basic health issues that affect clients in the home setting. Emphasis is placed on home safety, recognizing significant changes in the client's condition, family dynamics, and use of home health care equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to identify care for clients at home. This is a certificate-level course. (On Demand) NAS 104 Home Health Clinical 0 0 3 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides supervised experience in the home and/or simulated laboratory with emphasis on the application of basic nursing skills. Emphasis is placed on the transfer of knowledge and skills from institutional settings to home environments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and efficiently provide delegated basic care to clients in the home. This is a certificate-level course. (On Demand) NET 110 Data Comm/Networking 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110, CSC 101 Corequisites: None This course introduces data communication and networking. Topics include telecommunication standards, protocols, equipment, network topologies, communication software, LANs, WANs, the Internet, and network operating systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the fundamentals of telecommunication and networking. NET 125 Routing and Switching I 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: NET 110 or CIS 173 Corequisites: None This course introduces the OSI model, network topologies, IP addressing, and subnet masks, simple routing techniques, and basic switching terminology. Topics include the basic functions of the seven layers of the OSI model, different classes of IP addressing and subnetting, router login scripts. Upon completion, students should be able to list the key internetworking functions of the OSI Networking Layer and how they are performed in a variety of router types.

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	NET 126 Routing and Switching II 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: NET 125 Corequisites: None This course introduces router configurations, router protocols, switching methods, and hub terminology. Topics include the basic flow control methods, router startup commands, manipulation of router configuration files, IP and data link addressing. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare the initial router configuration files, as well as enable, verify, and configure IP addresses. NET 225 Adv Routing & Switching I 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: NET 136 Corequisites: None This course introduces advanced router configuration, advanced LAN switching theory and design, VLANs, Novell IPX, and threaded case studies. Topics include router elements and operations, adding routing protocals to a configuration, monitoring IPX operations on the router, LAN segmentation, and advanced switching methods. Upon completion students should be able to describe LAN and network segmentation with bridges, routers and switches and describe a virtual LAN. NET 260 Internet Development & Support 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: NET 110 Corequisites: None This course covers issues relating to the development and implementation of Internet related tools and services. Topics include Internet organization, site registration, e-mail servers, Web servers, Web page development, legal issues, firewalls, multimedia, TCP/IP, service providers, FTP, list servers, and gateways. Upon completion, students should be able to develop and support the Internet services needed with an organization. NET 270 Scalable Networks Design 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers principles and techniques of scalable networks. Topics include building multi-layer networks, controlling overhead traffic in growing routed networks, and router capabilities used to control traffic over LANs and WANs. Upon completion, students should be able to design; implement; and improve traffic flow, reliability, redundancy, and performance in enterprise networks. NET 271 Multi-Layer Networks 1 4 0 3 Prerequisites: NET 270 Corequisites: None This course covers building campus networks using multi-layer switching technologies over a high-speed Ethernet. Topics include improving IP routing performance with multi-layer switching, implementing fault tolerance routing, and managing high bandwidth broadcast while controlling IP multi-cast access to networks. Upon completion, stuents should be able to install and configure multi-layer enterprise networks and determine the required router configurations to support new services and applications.



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		NUR 101 Practical Nursing I 7 6 6 11 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Practical Nursing program Corequisites: None This course introduces concepts as related to the practical nurse's caregiver and discipline-specific roles. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, legal/ethical/professional issues, wellness/illness patterns, and basic nursing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate beginning understanding of nursing process to promote/maintain/restore optimum health for diverse patients throughout the life span. Basic medication, administration techniques, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and care of the patient are skills learned. Perioperative interventions are addressed. NUR 102 Practical Nursing II 8 0 12 12 Prerequisites: NUR 101 Corequisites: None This course includes more advanced concepts as related to the practical nurse's caregiver and discipline-specific roles. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, delegation, cost effectiveness, legal/ethical/professional issues, and wellness/illness patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to begin participating in the nursing process to promote/maintain/restore optimum health for diverse patients throughout the life span. Nursing care of families during child bearing years and beginning study of dysfunctional patterns are addressed. NUR 103 Practical Nursing III 6 0 12 10 Prerequisites: NUR 102 Corequisites: None This course focuses on use of nursing/related concepts by practical nurses as providers of care/members of discipline in collaboration with health team members. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, wellness/illness patterns, entry-level issues, accountability, advocacy, professional development, evolving technology, and changing health care delivery systems. Upon completion, students should be able to use the nursing process to promote/maintain/restore optimum health for diverse patients throughout the life span. NUR 107 LPN Refresher 9 0 9 12 Prerequisite: Documented previous licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse Corequisite: None This refresher course is designed to provide an independent didactic and clinical review for the previously licensed practical nurse whose license has lapsed. Emphasis is placed on common medical-surgical conditions and nursing approaches to their management, including mental health principles, pharmacological concepts, and safe clinical practice. Upon completion, students will be eligible to apply for reinstatement of licensure. Self student modules and tests must be completed before clinical practice offered during spring and summer semesters. NUT 110 Nutrition 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers basic principles of nutrition and their relationship to human health. Topics include meeting nutritional need of healthy people, menu modification based on special dietary needs, food habits, and contemporary problems associated with food selection. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts to food

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	preparation and selection. OST 080 Keyboarding Literacy 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop elementary keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on mastery of the keyboard. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic proficiency in keyboarding. OST 131 Keyboarding 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the touch system. Upon completion the student will be able to use the touch method to input numbers using the 10-key pad. OST 132 Keyboard Skill Building 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: OST 131 or for Medical Transcription students only, pass placement speed test with 25 wpm/2 minutes/3 errors or less Corequisites: None This course provides accuracy- and speed-building drills. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic tests to identify accuracy and speed deficiencies followed by corrective drills. Upon completion, students should be able to keyboard rhythmically with greater accuracy and speed. OST 133 Adv. Keyboard Skill Bldg. 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: OST 132 Corequisites: None This course is designed to increase speed and improve accuracy to meet employment tests and job requirements. Emphasis is placed on individualized diagnostic and prescriptive drills. Upon completion, students should be able to keyboard with greater speed and accuracy as measured by five-minute timed writings and skill-development paragraphs. OST 134 Text Entry & Formatting 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: OST 131 or for Medical Transcription students only, pass placement speed test with 25 wpm/2 minutes/3 errors or less Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide the skills needed to increase speed, improve accuracy, and format documents. Topics include letters, memos, tables, and business reports. Upon completion, students should be able to produce mailable documents. OST 135 Adv. Text Entry & Format 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: OST 134 and OST 131 Corequisites: None This course is designed to incorporate computer application skills in the generation of office documents. Emphasis is placed on the production of letters, manuscripts, business forms, tabulation, legal documents, and newsletters. Upon completion, students should be able to make independent decisions regarding planning, style, and method of presentation.



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	OST 136 Word Processing 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: OST 131 or pass placement speed test with 25 WPM/2 minutes/3 errors or less and CIS 111 or CIS 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces word processing concepts and applications. Topics include preparation of a variety of documents and mastery of specialized software functions. Upon completion, students should be able to work effectively in a computerized word processing environment. OST 137 Office Software Applications 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: OST 131, CIS 111 or CIS 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts and functions of software that meets the changing needs of the community. Emphasis is placed on the terminology and use of software through a hands-on approach. Upon completion, students should be able to use software in a business environment. OST 141 Med Terms I - Med Office 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course uses a language-structure approach to present the terminology and vocabulary that will be encountered in medical office settings. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in approximately one-half of the systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. OST 142 Med Terms II - Med Office 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: OST 141 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of OST 141 and continues the study, using a language-structure approach, of medical office terminology and vocabulary. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in the remaining systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. OST 149 Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health-care services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Medical Office Systems Technology concentration in the Office Systems Technology Program. OST 162 Executive Terminology 3 0 0 3
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	Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to increase and improve proficiency in word usage. Topics include root words, prefixes, suffixes, homonyms, synonyms, and specialized vocabularies. Upon completion, students should be able to use acquired vocabulary skills in the global workplace. OST 164 Text Editing Applications 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: OST 131 Corequisites: None This course provides a comprehensive study of editing skills needed in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, proofreading, and editing. Upon completion, students should be able to use reference materials to compose and edit text. OST 181 Introduction to Office Systems 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: OST 131 and OST 134 Corequisites: None This course introduces the skills and abilities needed in today's office. Topics include effectively interacting with co-workers and the public, processing simple financial and informational documents, and performing functions typical of today's offices. Upon completion, students should be able to display skills and decision-making abilities essential for functioning in the total office context. OST 184 Records Management 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes the creation, maintenance, protection, security, and disposition of records stored in a variety of media forms. Topics include alphabetic, geographic, subject, and numeric filing methods. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and maintain a records management system. OST 201 Medical Transcription I 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: OST 131, OST 134, OST 136, OST 164, OST 201 Corequisites: MED 122 or OST 142 This course introduces dictating equipment and typical medical dictation. Emphasis is placed on efficient use of equipment, dictionaries, PDRs, and other reference materials. Upon completion, students should be able to efficiently operate dictating equipment and to accurately transcribe a variety of medical documents in a specified time. This course is intended for diploma programs. OST 202 Medical Transcription II 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: OST 201, OST 131, OST 134, OST 136, OST 164 Corequisites: None This course provides additional practice in transcribing documents from various medical specialties. Emphasis is placed on increasing transcription speed and accuracy and understanding medical procedures and terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately transcribe a variety of medical documents in a specified time. This course is intended for diploma programs.



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		OST 223 Machine Transcription I 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: OST 131, OST 134, OST 136, and OST 164 Corequisites: None This course covers the use of transcribing machines to produce mailable documents. Emphasis is placed on appropriate formatting, advanced text editing skills, and transcription techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to transcribe documents into mailable copy. OST 233 Office Publications Design 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: OST 136 Corequisites: None This course provides entry-level skills in using software with desktop publishing capabilities. Topics include principles of page layout, desktop publishing terminology and applications, and legal and ethical considerations of software use. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce professional business documents and publications. OST 284 Emerging Technologies 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: OST 131 Corequisites: CIS 110 or CIS 111 This course provides opportunities to explore emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on identifying, researching, and presenting current technological topics for class consideration and discussion. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the importance of keeping abreast of technological changes that affect the office professional. OST 286 Professional Development 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: OST 131 Corequisites: None This course covers the personal competencies and qualities needed to project a professional image in the office. Topics include interpersonal skills, health lifestyles, appearance, attitude, personal and professional growth, multicultural awareness, and professional etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate these attributes in the classroom, office, and society. OST 289 Office Systems Management 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: CIS 110, OST 131, OST 134, OST 136, and OST 164 Corequisites: None This course provides a capstone course for the office professional. Topics include administrative office procedures, imaging, communication techniques, ergonomics, and equipment utilization. Upon completion, students should be able to function proficiently in a changing office environment. PBT 100 Phlebotomy Technology 5 2 0 6 Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Phlebotomy Technology program Corequisites: NONE This course provides instruction in the skills needed for the proper collection of blood and other specimens used for diagnostic testing. Emphasis is placed on ethics, legalities, medical terminology, safety and universal precautions, health care delivery systems, patient relations, anatomy and physiology, and specimen collection. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the theoretical comprehension of phlebotomy techniques. This is a certificate-level course.

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	PBT 101 Phlebotomy Practicum 0 0 9 3 Prerequisites: PBT 100 Corequisites: NONE This course provides supervised experience in the performance of venipuncture and microcollection techniques in a clinical facility. Emphasis is placed on patient interaction and application of universal precautions, proper collection techniques, special procedures, specimen handling, and data management. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform procedures necessary for specimen collections on patients in various health care settings. This is a certificate-level course. PED 110 Fit and Well for Life 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to investigate and apply the basic concepts and principles of lifetime physical fitness and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on wellness through the study of nutition, weight control, stress management, and consumer facts on exercise and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to plan a personal, lifelong fitness program based on individual needs, abilities, and interests. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PED 113 Aerobics I 0 3 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is palced on developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibility and on safety precautions. Upon completion, students should be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic exercise program. This cours has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or course requirement. PED 132 Racquetball-Beginning 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamentals of racquetball. Emphasis is placed on rules, fundamentals, strategies of beginning racquetball. Upon completion, students should be able to play recreational racquetball. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PED 139 Bowling-Beginning 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamentals of bowling. Emphasis is placed on ball selection, grips, stance, and delivery along with rules and etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational bowling. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PED 152 Swimming-Beginning 0 2 0 1



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		Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed for non-swimmers and beginners. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in the water, learning water safety, acquiring skills in floating, and learning elementary strokes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safety skills and be able to tread water, back float, and use the crowl stroke for 20 yards. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PED 159 Sailboarding 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: PED 152 Corequisites: None This course teaches the basic skills of sailboarding. Topics include theory, navigation rules, equipment, and safety practices of sailboarding. Upon completion, students should be able to safely ride and navigate sailboard. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PED 186 Dancing for Fitness 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop movement and recreational dance skills, safety, fitness, coordination, and techniques used to teach various groups. Emphasis is placed on participation and practice with adapting dances for ages and ability levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of fitness through social, folk, and square dance participation and instruction. This course been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PHI 215 Philosophical Issues 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces fundamental issues in philosophy considering the view of classical and contemporary philosophers. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and belief, appearance and reality, determinism and free will, faith and reason, and justice and inequality. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, analyze, and critique the philosophical components of an issue. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. PHI 230 Introduction to Logic 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces basic concepts and techniques for distinguishing between good and bad reasoning. Emphasis is placed on deduction, induction, validity, soundness, syllogisms, truth functions, predicatelogic, analogical inference, common fallacies, and scientific methods. Upon completion, students should be able to anlyze arguments, distinguish between deductive and inductive arguments, test validity, and appraise inductive reasoning. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

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	PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on utilitarianism, rule-based ethics, existentialism, relativism versus objectivism, and egoism. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ethical theories to individual moral issues such as euthanasia, abortion, crime and punishment, and justice. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. PHO 110 Fund of Photography 3 6 0 5 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the basic technical aspects of black and white photography, including camera controls, light and optics, flash, film exposure, and processing. Emphasis is placed on mechanical principles of camera design and the relationship of the digital imaging process and be able to capture and output images. PHO 113 History of Photography 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the history of photography from its inception through contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on technical and aesthetical developments in artistic and commercial photography. Upon completion, students should be able to identify significant photographers and procedures, trace the development of the medium, and discuss current trends in photography. PHO 115 Basic Studio Lighting 2 6 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course covers the basic principles of studio lighting. Topics include basic lighting techniques and application of lighting ratios to product illustration/portraiture using tungsten/electronic strobe sources, with emphasis on equipment maintenance and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to select and set up the best lights and lighting applications for a wide variety of photographic subjects. PHO 120 Intermediate Photography 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course expands the coverage of photographic materials and provides an opportunity to experiment. Emphasis is placed on additional techniques and processes, including photograms, solarization, multiple-imaging, infrared film, toning, hand-coloring, and other non-traditional uses of photography. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how the choice of technique enhances the photographic subject and influences content. PHO 131 View Camera 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 110 and PHO 115 Corequisites: None



		This course is a comprehensive hands-on study of the large-format camera, including capabilities, movements, and applications in studio and architectural photography. Topics include camera systems, camera controls, perspective correction, plane of sharp focus, depth-of-field, image shape modification, and sheet film handling and processing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in using the view camera and its various controls. PHO 139 Intro to Digital Imaging 1 3 0 2 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces the conversion of photographs into digital images by exploring the effect hardware and software have on the reproduction process. Topics include basic imaging tools and vocabulary, calibration, density, contrast, and color. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the digital imaging process and be able to capture and output images. PHO 150 Portfolio Development I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 120 or PHO 130 Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to develop a thematically related portfolio of photographic images that are consistent in print quality. Emphasis is placed on subject/content development, choice of materials, and archival processing controls; organizing and sequencing images; editing; print finishing; and portfolio presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to edit and exhibit a consistent body of photographic prints in a portfolio presentation. PHO 214 Graphic Applications 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course covers the application of photosensitive materials used in graphic arts reproduction preparation. Emphasis is placed on methods of supplementing and transforming the continuous-tone photography, preparing imagery for graphic art usage, and digital technology usage in graphic applications. Upon completion, students should be able to use photosensitive materials and digital technology in graphic applications and design. PHO 216 Documentary Photography 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces the practical, historical, and contemporary applications of documentary photography. Emphasis is placed on understanding the various approaches to creating a photographic documentary and how a documentary project can affect society. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a documentary project on a topic of interest to them. PHO 217 Photojournalism I 1 6 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 132 or PHO 223 Corequisites: None This course covers logistics and techniques used in current professional newspaper photography. Topics include detailed study of spot and general news, sports, and feature photography along with basic newspaper layout, advanced photographic techniques, and legal issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of



	basic aspects of news, sports, and feature photography. PHO 223 Color Photography 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course covers the primary materials and processes of color photography. Emphasis is placed on the correct exposure, processing, and printing of both positive/negative color materials through exploration of films, filters, processes, and color temperature. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly execute the technical controls of color materials and explore the creative possibilities of color photography. PHO 224 Multi-Image Production 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: PHO 132 or PHO 223 Corequisites: None This course covers slide/tape and computer-based multimedia production. Topics include graphic and photographic techniques, story boarding, control of image continuity and pacing, title production, script writing, audio production, copyright laws, and ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to use multimedia hardware and software for productions. PHO 226 Portraiture 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 115 Corequisites: None This course covers the techniques of contemporary studio and location portraiture. Topics include lighting techniques, lighting ratios, available light to multiple light setups, posing techniques, and styles of glamour, fashion, corporate, and public relations portraiture. Upon completion, students should be able to choose the appropriate lighting, accessories, and posing style to produce a successful portrait. PHO 250 Portfolio Development II 2 4 0 4 Prerequisites: PHO 217, PHO 226, and PHO 235 Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to develop a diversified professional portfolio of photographs. Emphasis is placed on the development of a portfolio exhibiting technical excellence, consistency of vision, and professional presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to present a diversified portfolio of professional quality photographs to potential employers. PHO 275 Travel/Outdoor Photography 1 6 0 3 Prerequisites: PHO 110 Corequisites: None This course explores the growing market for travel and outdoor photography. Emphasis is placed on photography in foreign environments, including travel arrangements and restrictions; protection of cameras, assessories, and filters; and identification of markets for travel photography. Upon completion, students should be able to photograph people in cross0cultural situations, photograph outdoor environments, and market travel photography. PHY 110 Conceptual Physics 3 0 0 3 Prerequisities: None Corequisites: None



		This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. PHY 110A Conceptual Physics Lab 0 2 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites PHY 110 This course is a laboratory for PHY 110. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in PHY 110. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the laboratory experiences to the concepts presented in PHY 110. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. PHY 151 College Physics I 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 161 or MAT 171 Corequisites: None This course uses algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation AGreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. PHY 152 College Physics II 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: PHY 151 Corequisites: None This course used algebra- and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. PHY 251 General Physics I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: MAT 271 Corequisites: MAT 272 This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, momentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students hould be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulaiton Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. PHY 252 General Physics II 3 3 0 4



	Prerequisites: MAT 272 and PHY 251 Corequisites: None This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potentials, direct-current circuits, magnetostatic forces, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, and light. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. POL 110 Intro. Political Science 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic political concepts used by governments and addresses wide range of political issues. Topics include political theory, ideologies, legitimacy, and sovereignty in democratic and non-democratic systems. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss a variety of issues inherent in all political systems and draw logical conclusions in evaluating these systems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. POL 120 American Government 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American national government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and liberties, political participation and behavior, and policy formation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. POL 130 State & Local Government 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes state and local political institutions and practices in the context of American federalism. Emphasis is placed on procedural and policy differences as well as political issues in state, regional, and local governments of North Carolina. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss various problems associated with intergovernmental politics and their effect on the community and the individual. POL 210 Comparative Government 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a cross-national perspective on the government and politics of contemporary nations such as Great Britain, France, Germany, and Russia. Topics include each country's historical uniqueness, key institutions, attitudes and ideologies, patterns of interaction, and current political problems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and compare various nations' governmental structures, processes, ideologies, and capacity to resolve major problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the


		Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. POL 220 International Relations 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of the effects of ideologies, trade, armaments, and alliances on relations among nation-states. Emphasis is placed on regional and global cooperation and conflict, economic development, trade, non-governmental organizations, and international institutions such as the World Court and UN. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss major international relationships, institutions, and problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. PSY 118 Interpersonal Psychology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development. PSY 150 General Psychology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or placement Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. PSY 211 Psychology of Adjustment 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: PSY 150 Corequisites: None This course introduces the study of the adjustment process focusing on contemporary challenges individuals must deal with in everyday life. Topics include theories of behavior, career choices, self-understanding, coping mechanisms, human relationships, intimacy, sociocultural factors influencing healthy personal adjustment, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an awareness of the processes of adjustment. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement. PSY 237 Social Psychology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: PSY 150 or SOC 110 and RED 090 Placement Corequisites: None This course introduces the study of individual behavior within social contexts. Topics include affiliation, attitude formation and change, conformity, altruism, aggression, attribution,

interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of social influences on behavior. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in Social/Behavioral sciences.

PSY 239 Psychology of Personality 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: PSY 150

Corequisites: None

This course covers major personality theories and personality research methods. Topics include psychoanalytic, behavioristic, social learning, cognitive, humanistic, and trait theories including supporting research. Upon completion, students should be able to compare and

contrast traditional and contemporary approaches to the understanding of individual differences in human behavior. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.

PSY 241 Developmental Psych 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: PSY 150 and RED 090 or placement

Corequisites: None

This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.

PSY 243 Child Psychology 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: PSY 150

Corequisites: None

This course provides an overview of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development from conception through adolescence. Topics include theories and research, interaction of biological and environmental factors, language development, learning and cognitive processes, social relations, and moral development. Upon completion, students should be able to identify typical and atypical childhood behavior patterns as well as appropriate strategies for interacting with children. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.

PSY 281 Abnormal Psychology 3 0 0 3

Prerequisites: PSY 150 and RED 090 or placement

Corequisites: None

This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.

RAD 110 Rad Intro & Patient Care 2 3 0 3

Prerequisites: Acceptance in to the Radiography program

Corequisites: BIO 163, RAD 111 and RAD 151



		This course provides an overview of the radiography profession and student responsibilities. Emphasis is placed on basic principles of patient care, radiation protection, technical factors, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic skills in these areas. RAD 111 RAD Procedures I 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: Acceptance in to the Radiography program Corequisites: BIO 163, RAD 110 and RAD 151 This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the chest, abdomen, extremities, spine, and pelvis. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas. RAD 112 RAD Procedures II 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: BIO 163, RAD 110, RAD 111, RAD 151 and RAD 161 Corequisites: None This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiography of the skull, bony thorax, and gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas. RAD 121 Radiographic Imaging I 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: RAD 110, RAD 111, and RAD 151 Corequisites: None This course covers factors of image quality and methods of exposure control. Topics include density, contrast, recorded detail, distortion, technique charts, manual and automatic exposure control, and tube rating charts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of exposure control and the effects of exposure factors on image quality. RAD 122 Radiographic Imaging II 1 3 0 2 Prerequisites: RAD 112, RAD 121, and RAD 161 Corequisites: RAD 131 and RAD 171 This course covers image receptor systems and processing principles. Topics include film, film storage, processing, intensifying screens, grids, and beam limitation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of selection and usage of imaging accessories to produce quality images. RAD 131 Radiographic Physics I 1 3 0 2 Prerequisites: RAD 112, RAD 121, and RAD 161 Corequisites: RAD 122 and RAD 171 This course introduces the fundamental principles of physics that underlie diagnostic X-ray production and radiography. Topics include electromagnetic waves, electricity and magnetism, electrical energy, and power and circuits as they relate to radiography. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic principles of physics as they relate to the operation of radiographic equipment. RAD 151 RAD Clinical Ed I 0 0 6 2 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Radiography program



	Corequisites: RAD 110 and RAD 111 This course introduces patient management and basic radiographic procedures in the clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the chest and extremities, manipulating equipment, and applying principles of ALARA. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. RAD 161 RAD Clinical Ed II 0 0 15 5 Prerequisites: RAD 110, RAD 111, and RAD 151 Corequisites: RAD 112 and RAD 121 This course provides additional experience in patient management and in more complex radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. RAD 171 RAD Clinical Ed III 0 0 12 4 Prerequisites: RAD 112, RAD 121, and RAD 161 Corequisites: RAD 122 and RAD 131 This course provides experience in patient management specific to fluoroscopic and advanced radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on applying appropriate technical factors to all studies and mastering positioning of gastrointestinal and urological studies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. RAD 183 RAD Clinical Elective 0 0 9 3 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Radiography program Corequisites: None This course provides advanced knowledge of clinical applications. Emphasis is placed on enhancing clinical skills. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the clinical course objectives. RAD 211 RAD Procedures III 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: RAD 112, RAD 122, BIO 163 Corequisites: RAD 231, RAD 241, and RAD 251 This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform standard and specialty radiographic procedures. Emphasis is placed on radiographic specialty procedures, pathology, and advanced imaging. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these areas. RAD 231 Radiographic Physics II 1 3 0 2 Prerequisites: RAD 122, RAD 131, and RAD 171 Corequisites: RAD 211, RAD 241, and RAD 251 This course continues the study of physics that underlie diagnostic X-ray production and radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment. Topics include X-ray production, electromagnetic interactions with matter, X-ray devices, equipment circuitry, targets, filtration, and dosimetry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the application of physical concepts as related to image production. RAD 241 Radiation Protection 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: RAD 112, RAD 122, RAD 131, RAD 171, and BIO 163 Corequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, and RAD 251 This course covers the principles of radiation protection and radiobiology. Topics include


		the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of radiation in diagnostic radiology. RAD 245 Radiographic Analysis 2 3 0 3 Prerequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, RAD 241, and RAD 251 Corequisites: RAD 261 This course provides an overview of imaging concepts and introduces methods of quality assurance. Topics include a systematic approach for image evaluation and analysis of imaging service and quality assurance. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and administer a quality assurance program and conduct a critical review of images. RAD 251 RAD Clinical Ed IV 0 0 21 7 Prerequisites: RAD 122, RAD 131, and RAD 171 Corequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, and RAD 241 This course provides the opportunity to continue mastering all basic radiographic procedures and to attain experience in advanced areas. Emphasis is placed on equipment operation, pathological recognition, pediatric and geriatric variations, and a further awareness of radiation protection requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. RAD 261 RAD Clinical Ed V 0 0 21 7 Prerequisites: RAD 211, RAD 231, RAD 241, and RAD 251 Corequisites: RAD 245 This course is designed to enhance expertise in all radiographic procedures, patient management, radiation protection, and image production and evaluation. Emphasis is placed on developing an autonomous approach to the diversity of clinical situations and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. RAD 283 RAD Clinical Elective 0 0 9 3 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Radiography program Corequisites: None This course provides advanced knowledge of clinical applications. Emphasis is placed on enhancing clinical skills. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the clinical course objectives. RCP 110 Intro to Respiratory Care 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: Acceptance in to the Respiratory Care program Corequisites: RCP 132 This course introduces the respiratory care profession. Topics include the role of the respiratory care practitioner, medical gas administration, basic patient assessment, infection control, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations. RCP 111 Therapeutics/Diagnostics 4 3 0 5 Prerequisites: RCP 110, RCP 132, BIO 160, and BIO 163 Corequisites: RCP 11 and RCP 145



	This course is a continuation of RCP 110. Emphasis is placed on entry-level therapeutic and diagnostic procedures used in respiratory care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations. RCP 112 Patient Management 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: RCP 111, RCP 113, RCP 114, RCP 123, and RCP 145 Corequisites: RCP 155 This course provides entry-level skills in adult/pediatric mechanical ventilation and respiratory care procedures in traditional and alternative settings. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic modalities and physiological effects of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, home care, mechanical ventilation, and monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations. RCP 113 RCP Pharmacology 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program, BIO 160, and BIO 163 Corequisites: None This course covers the drugs used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases. Emphasis is placed on the uses, actions, indications, administration, and hazards of pharmacological agents. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence though written evaluations. RCP 114 C-P Anatomy & Physiology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: BIO 163 and BIO 160 or BIO 168 and BIO 169 or BIO 165 and BIO 166 Corequisites: None This course provides a concentrated study of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology essential to the practice of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on cardiovascular and pulmonary physiology, acid/base balance, and blood gas interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluation. RCP 115 C-P Pathophysiology 2 0 0 2 Prerequisites: BIO 160, BIO 163, RCP 111, and RCP 114 Corequisites: RCP 112 This course introduces the etiology, pathogenesis, and physiology of cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders. Emphasis is placed on clinical signs and symptoms along with diagnoses, complications, prognoses, and management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written evaluations. RCP 123 Special Practice Lab 0 3 0 1 Prerequisites: BIO 163, RCP 110, and RCP 135 Corequisites: RCP 111 This course provides additional laboratory learning opportunities in respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic procedures and equipment management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through laboratory evaluations. RCP 132 RCP Clinical Practice I 0 0 6 2 Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Respiratory Care Program Corequisites: RCP 110



		This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations. RCP 145 RCP Clinical Practice II 0 0 15 5 Prerequisites: BIO 160, BIO 163, RCP 110, and RCP 135 Corequisites: RCP 111 This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations. RCP 155 RCP Clinical Practice III 0 0 15 5 Prerequisites: RCP 111, RCP 113, RCP 114, RCP 145 Corequisites: RCP 112 This course provides entry-level clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations. RCP 210 Critical Care Concepts 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: Successful completion of three semesters of the Respiratory Care program. RCP 112, RCP 115, RCP 155 Corequisites: RCP 235 This course provides further refinement of acute patient care and underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a continuation in the study of mechanical ventilation, underlying pathophysiology, and introduction of critical care monitoring. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and laboratory evaluations. RCP 211 Adv Monitoring/Procedures 3 3 0 4 Prerequisites: RCP 210, RCP 235, RCP 214 Corequisites: RCP 245 This course includes advanced information gathering and decision making for the respiratory care professional. Topics include advanced cardiac monitoring and special procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate, design, and recommend appropriate care plans through written and laboratory evaluations. RCP 214 Neonatal/Ped's RC 1 3 0 2 Prerequisites: RCP 111, RCP 112, RCP 115, RCP 155 Corequisites: RCP 235 This course provides in-depth coverage of the concepts of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on neonatal and pediatric pathophysiology and on the special therapeutic needs of neonates and children. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in these concepts through written and laboratory evaluations. RCP 215 Career Prep-Adv Level 0 3 0 1 Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Respiratory Care program. RCP 211, RCP 245 Corequisites: RCP 252 This course provides preparation for employment and the advanced-level practitioner



	credentialing exam. Emphasis is placed on review of the NBRC Advanced-Level Practitioner Exam and supervision and management. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully complete the appropriate self-assessment examinations and meet the requirements for employment. RCP 245 RCP Clinical Practice V 0 0 15 5 Prerequisites: RCP 210, RCP 235, RCP 214 Corequisites: RCP 211 This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations. RCP 235 RCP Clinical Practice IV 0 0 15 5 Prerequisities: RCP 111 Corequisites: RCP 210 This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon competence in required performance evaluations. RCP 252 RCP Clinical Practice VI 0 0 6 2 Prerequisites: RCP 211 Corequisites: None This course provides advanced practitioner clinical experience. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic and diagnostic patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate clinical competence in required performance evaluations. REC 110 Intro to Leisure Services 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces park and recreation systems focusing on the social aspects and the role of government in meeting the recreational needs of America. Emphasis is placed on the importance of resource management arising from the social needs of urban America. Upon completion, students should be able to outline the leisure need of America in the 21st century. REC 111 Recreation Programming 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: REC 110 Corequisites: None This course covers the principles of planning and implementing general recreation programs designed for group involvement. Topics include identification of recreation needs, categories of recreation activities, programming formats, and integration of people with disabilities into general recreation programs. Upon completion, students should be able to develop and implement recreation activities based upon participants' needs, interests, and strengths. REC 126 Outdoor Recreation 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None



		This course introduces outdoor recreation and its relationship to our natural surroundings. Emphasis is placed on conservation, wildlife, nature, community resources, and federal and state regulatory agencies. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, organize, and conduct activities in an outdoor natural environment. REC 214 Camp Administration 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the skills and knowledge necessary to work effectively in outdoor camping environments. Emphasis is placed on layout and design of a camp setting and programming outdoor activities and nature skills. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and conduct recreational activities for day and residential camping environments. REC 222 Commercial Rec & Tourism 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers job opportunities in the tourism industry. Emphasis is placed on the economic impact of tourism in communities and the job opportunities available through commercial activities. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the economic impact and commercial recreation endeavors within the state. REC 226 Pathways to Wellness 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concept of total wellness by making lifestyle changes so that spiritual, mental, and social well-being are attained. Emphasis is placed on current health information and setting health goals and objectives to attain total well-being. Upon completion, students should be able to make positive changes in attaining personal and family wellness. RED 080 Intro to College Reading 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: RED 070 or ENG 075 Corequisites: None This course introduces effective reading and inferential thinking skills in preparation for RED 090. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, comprehension, and reading strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to determine main ideas and supporting details, recognize basic patterns of organization, draw conclusions, and understand vocabulary in context. This course does not satisfy the developmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111 or ENG 111A. RED 090 Improved College Reading 3 2 0 4 Prerequisites: RED 080 or ENG 085 Corequisites: None This course is designed to improve reading and critical thinking skills. Topics include vocabulary enhancement; extracting implied meaning; analyzing author's purpose, tone, and style; and drawing conclusions and responding to written material. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and analyze college-level reading material. This course satisfies the developmental reading prerequisite for ENG 111 or ENG 111A. REL 211 Intro. to Old Testament 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None



	Corequisites: None This course is a survey of the literature of the Hebrews with readings from the law, phophets, and other writings. Emphasis is placed on the use of literary, historical, archeological, and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use tools of critical analysis to read and understand Old Testament literature. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. REL 212 Intro. to New Testament 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a survey of the literature of first-century Christianity with readings from the gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and pastoral letters. Topics include the literary structure, audience, and religious perspective of the writings, as well as the historical and cultural context of the early Christian community. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand New Testament literature. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or placement Corequisites: None This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. SOC 213 Sociology of the Family 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the institution of the family and other intimate relationships. Emphasis is placed on mate selection, gender roles, sexuality, communication, power and conflict, parenthood, diverse lifestyles, divorce and remarriage, and economic issues. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze the family as a social institution and the social forces which influence its development and change. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. SOC 220 Social Problems 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth study of current social problems. Emphasis is placed on causes, consequences, and possible solutions to problems associated with families, schools, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, define, analyse, and propose solutions to these problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences.



		SOC 230 Race and Ethnic Relations 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or placement Corequisites: None This course includes an examination of the various aspects of race and ethnicity and how these lead to different experiences, opportunities, problems, and contributions. Topics include prejudice, discrimination, perceptions, myths, stereotypes, and intergroup relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze relationships among racial and ethnic groups within the larger society. SOC 234 Sociology of Gender 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: RED 090 or placement Corequisites: None This course examines contemporary roles in society with special emphasis on recent changes. Topics include sex role socialization, myths and stereotypes, gender issues related to family, work, and power. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze modern relationships between men and women. SPA 111 Elementary Spanish I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. SPA 112 Elementary Spanish II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: SPA 111 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of SPA 111 focusing on the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the progressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increasing proficiency to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate further cultural awareness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. SPA 211 Intermediate Spanish I 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: SPA 112 Corequisites: None This course provides a review and expansion of the essential skills of the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts.



	SPA 212 Intermediate Spanish II 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: SPA 211 Corerequisites: None This course provides a continuation of SPA 211. Emphasis is placed on the continuing study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate spontaneously and accurately with increasing complexity and sophistication. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts. TAT 110 Intro. to Travel & Tourism 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the travel and tourism industry. Topics include the history, career opportunities, economic impact, and terminology associated with the travel industry and the roles of travel agencies and suppliers. Upon completion, students should le to demonstrate a basic understanding of the travel and tourism industry. TRE 110 Intro to Therapeutic Rec 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the philosophy and goals of therapeutic recreation and how they relate to specific client groups. Topics include therapeutic recreation history and professional development, an introduction to the therapeutic recreation process, and a summary of therapeutic recreation effects on client functioning. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the professional development of therapeutic recreation and to explain the anticipated outcomes of therapeutic recreation service. TRE 111 Leisure Education 3 0 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the need to educate for leisure so that clients can use leisure to increase their independence. Emphasis is placed on developing clients' social/transportation/time/money management skills, knowledge of leisure benefits, and other areas necessary for satisfying leisure. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement a leisure education program for clients with various disabilities. TRE 120 Adapted Activities 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces activity and equipment adaptations used in recreation in order to improve access for people with disabilities. Topics include adaptations to make sports, games, outdoor activities, dance, and hobbies accessible. Upon completion, students should be able to adapt activities and equipment to fit individual clients' needs and strengths. TRE 121 Creative Expressive Arts I 1 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of art and music in the (re)habilitation of people with disabilities including a laboratory component emphasizing experiential learning with clients.

Emphasis is placed on individual and group sessions designed to use creativity to facilitate independence, wellness, and quality of life. Upon completion, students should be able to implement an art session and a music session based on client needs and strengths.

TRE 122 Activity Coordinator 4 0 0 4

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None