ACC 1101 back to top
Principles of Accounting I
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces the basic concepts of the complete accounting cycle and provides the student with the necessary skills to maintain a set of books for a sole proprietorship. Topics include: accounting vocabulary and concepts, the accounting cycle and accounting for a personal service business, the accounting cycle and accounting for a merchandising enterprise, and cash control. Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 1102 back to top
Principles of Accounting II
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Applies the basic principles of accounting to specific account classifications and subsidiary record accounting. Topics include: receivables, inventory, plant assets, payroll, payables, partnerships, and sales tax returns. Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class.
Prerequisites: ACC 101, ACC 1101. Corequisites: None.
ACC 1103 back to top
PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING III
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes a fundamental understanding of corporate and cost accounting. Topics include: accounting for a corporation, departmental accounting, cost accounting, and budgeting. Laboratory work demonstrates theory presented in class.
Prerequisites: ACC 102, ACC 1102. Corequisites: None.
ACC 1104 back to top
COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes operation of computerized accounting systems from manual input forms. Topics include: equipment use, general ledger, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, cash management, and financial reports. Laboratory work includes theoretical and technical application.
Prerequisites: ACC 102, ACC 1102, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
ACC 1106 back to top
SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the use of electronic spreadsheet software in business applications. Students become proficient in creating and modifying spreadsheets in a business environment and in printing files that meet business standards. Topics include: spreadsheet concepts, data entry and modification, analyzing data, charts and graphs, formatting data and content and managing workbooks.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 1151 back to top
INDIVIDUAL TAX ACCOUNTING
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides instruction for preparation of both state and federal income tax. Topics include: taxable income, income adjustments, schedules, standard deductions, itemized deductions, exemptions, tax credits, and tax calculations.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 1152 back to top
PAYROLL ACCOUNTING
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides an understanding of the laws that affect a company's payroll structure and practical application skills in maintaining payroll records. Topics include: payroll tax laws, payroll tax forms, payroll and personnel records, computing wages and salaries, taxes affecting employees and employers, and analyzing and journalizing payroll transactions.
Prerequisites: ACC 101, ACC 1101. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2150 back to top
COST ACCOUNTING
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes a thorough understanding of cost concepts, cost behavior, and cost accounting techniques as they are applied to manufacturing cost systems. Topics include job order cost accounting, process cost accounting, and standard cost accounting.
Prerequisites: ACC 103, ACC 1103. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2154 back to top
PERSONAL FINANCE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces practical applications of concepts and techniques used to manage personal finance. Topics include: cash management, time value of money, credit, major purchasing decisions, insurance, investments, retirement, and estate planning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2155 back to top
LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces law and its relationship to business. Topics include: legal ethics, legal processes, business contracts, business torts and crimes, real and personal property, agency and employment, risk-bearing devices, and Uniform Commercial Code.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2156 back to top
BUSINESS TAX ACCOUNTING
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides instruction for preparation of both state and federal partnership, corporation and other business tax returns. Topics include: organization form, overview of taxation of partnership, special partnership issues, corporate tax elections, adjustments to income and expenses, tax elections, forms and schedules, tax credits, reconciliation of book and tax income, tax depreciation methods, and tax calculations.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2159 back to top
ACCOUNTING SIMULATION
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Develops skills for the potential accountant to effectively prepare financial statements for presentations and income tax returns. Emphasis is placed on providing students with opportunities for application and demonstration of skills associated with automated accounting. Topics include: financial statement preparation, accounting system installation, automated accounting work sheet preparation, automated accounting income tax return preparation, and job search planning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2160 back to top
ADVANCED SPREADSHEET
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Provide the fundamental, intermediate and advanced Microsoft Excel competencies to provide user with the skills necessary to obtain the expert user certification. Topics include spreadsheet creation, financial statements, forecast, amortization schedules, workgroup editing and advanced features such as macros, using charts, importing and exporting data, HTML creation, formulas, Web queries, built-in function, templates, and trends and relationships.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2164 back to top
BOOKKEEPER CERTIFICATION REV.
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Reviews the topics of adjusting entries, correction of accounting errors, payroll, depreciation and inventory. Prepares the students to take certification testing.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2167 back to top
ACCOUNTING INTERNSHIP I
(6 credit/18 contact hours)
Introduces the application and reinforcement of accounting and employability principles in an actual job setting. Acquaints the student with realistic work situations and provides insights into accounting applications on the job. Topics include: appropriate work habits, acceptable job performance, application of accounting knowledge and skills, interpersonal relations, and development of productivity. The half-time accounting internship is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, and weekly documentation or seminars and/or other projects as required by the instructor.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2168 back to top
ACCOUNTING INTERNSHIP II
(12 credit/36 contact hours)
Provides in-depth application and reinforcement of accounting and employability principles in an actual job setting. Allows the student to become involved in intensive on-the-job accounting applications that require full-time concentration, practice, and follow through. Topics include: appropriate work habits, acceptable job performance, application of accounting knowledge and skills, interpersonal relations, and progressive productivity. The full-time accounting internship is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, weekly documentation or seminars and/or other projects as required by the instructor.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACC 2207 back to top
PRIN. OF FRAUD EXAMINATION
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Students will learn the basic principles and theories of occupational fraud. The student will learn how opportunity, pressure, and rationalization link together to create the necessary elements present when fraudulent acts are committed. Fraudulent behavior can be prevented and/or detected through a variety of ways that the student will learn. There will be videos and short case studies, made available by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Topics covered include: fraud warning signals, identifying ways that firms can implement preventative measures, understanding schemes, identifying ways that firms can detect fraudulent activities.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 100 back to top
SAFETY
(1 credit/1 contact hours)
Provides instruction in procedures and practices necessary for safe operation of automotive collision repair facilities. Topics include: work facility safety, work facility cleanliness, safety devices, fire prevention and safety, and environmental safety.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1000 back to top
SAFETY
(1 credit/1 contact hours)
Provides instruction in procedures and practices necessary for safe operation of automotive collision repair facilities. Topics include: work facility safety, work facility cleanliness, safety devices, hybrid vehicle wiring, supplemental restraint systems, grade D air systems, fire prevention and safety, and environmental safety.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 101 back to top
AUTOMOBILE COMPONENTS ID
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces the structural configuration and identification of the structural members of various automotive unibodies and frames. Topics include: unibody construction, frame types, stub frame types, body panels, and mechanical components.
Prerequisites: ACR 100. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1010 back to top
AUTOMOBILE COMPONENTS
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces the structural configuration and identification of the structural members of various automotive unibodies and frames. Topics include: unibody construction, frame types, stub frame types, body panels, and mechanical components.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 102 back to top
EQUIPMENT AND HAND TOOLS ID
(1 credit/2 contact hours)
Introduces equipment and hand tools used in automotive collision repair. Topics include: safety procedures, hand tools identification, power hand tools identification, air supply systems, and hydraulic systems.
Prerequisites: ACR 100. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1020 back to top
EQUIPMENT & HAND TOOLS
(1 credit/2 contact hours)
Introduces equipment and hand tools used in automotive collision repair. Topics include: safety procedures, hand tools identification, power hand tools identification, air supply systems, and hydraulic systems.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 104 back to top
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(2 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces various mechanical and electrical systems requiring repair of damages incurred through automobile collisions. Topics include: engine accessory systems, emission control systems, air conditioning systems, braking systems, steering column damage, engine removal and replacement sequence, lighting systems, engine wiring, power accessories systems, and restraint systems.
Prerequisites: ACR 100, ACR 101, ACR 102. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1040 back to top
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(2 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces various mechanical and electrical systems requiring repair of damages incurred through automobile collisions. Topics include: engine accessory systems, emission control systems, air conditioning systems, braking systems, steering column damage, engine removal and replacement sequence, lighting systems, engine wiring, power accessories systems, and restraint systems.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 105 back to top
BODY FIBERGLASS PLASTIC & RUBB
(3 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides instruction in non-metallic auto body repair techniques. Topics include: cracked or splintered area repair, bonding agent usage, fiberglass and plastic body parts removal and replacement procedure, partial fiberglass header panel replacement procedure, plastics identification, plastic and rubber welding techniques, and Sheet Molded Compound (SMC) repairs.
Prerequisites: ACR 100, ACR 101, ACR 102. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1050 back to top
BODY REPAIR TECHNIQUES
(3 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides instruction in non-metallic auto body repair techniques. Topics include: cracked or splintered area repair, bonding agent usage, fiberglass, partial header panel and plastic body parts removal and replacement procedure, plastics identification, and Sheet Molded Compound (SMC) repairs.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 106 back to top
WELDING AND CUTTING
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Introduces welding and cutting procedures used in auto collision repair. Emphasis will be placed on MIG welding techniques. Topics include: MIG welding, oxyfuel welding, metal cutting techniques, resistance welding, unibody welding techniques, weld removal techniques, and safety procedures, and plasma arc cutting.
Prerequisites: ACR 100, ACR 107. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1060 back to top
WELDING & CUTTING
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces welding and cutting procedures used in auto collision repair. Emphasis will be placed on MIG welding techniques. Topics include: MIG welding, aluminum welding and repair, metal cutting techniques, resistance welding, unibody welding techniques, weld removal techniques, plasma arc cutting, plug welding, butt welding, lap welding, and safety procedures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 107 back to top
TRIM ACCESSORIES AND GLASS
(2 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides instruction in removal and replacement methods of a variety of non-structural cosmetic and safety features of the automobile. Topics include: interior and exterior trim, mirrors, weather stripping, stationary and non-stationary glass, interior components, fasteners, and safety procedures.
Prerequisites: ACR 100. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1070 back to top
TRIM, ACCESSORIES, & GLASS
(2 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides instruction in removal and replacement methods of a variety of non-structural cosmetic and safety features of the automobile. Topics include: interior and exterior trim, mirrors, weather stripping, fixed structural and non-stationary glass, interior components, fasteners, and safety procedures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 109 back to top
DAMAGE IDENTIFICATION AND ASSM
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces procedures and resources used in the identification and assessment of automotive collisions damages. Topics include: assessment plan determination, damage analysis, collision estimation, service manual use, and computerized estimation.
Prerequisites: ACR 101, ACR 102, ACR 106, ACR 107, ACR 110, MAT 101. Corequisites: ENG 101.
ACR 1090 back to top
DAMAGE ID & ASSESSMENT
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces procedures and resources used in the identification and assessment of automotive collision damages. Topics include: assessment plan determination, damage analysis, collision estimation, service manual use, and computerized estimation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 110 back to top
MINOR COLLISION REPAIR
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces the materials and operations required to repair minor collision damage. Topics include: pick, file, and finish procedures; body repair materials identification; body fillers usage; disc grinder procedures; safety procedures, and stud welders.
Prerequisites: ACR 100. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1100 back to top
MINOR COLLISION REPAIR
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces the materials and operations required to repair minor collision damage. Topics include: pick, file, and finish procedures; body repair materials identification; body fillers usage; disc grinder procedures; abrasive and sandpaper grits usage; safety procedures; and stud welders.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 120 back to top
CONVENTIONAL FRAME REPAIR
(3 credit/6 contact hours)
Emphasizes the diagnosis, straightening, measurement, and alignment of conventional automobile and truck frames. Topics include: alignment measurement systems; damage diagnosis; equipment types and usage; frame straightening, repair, and alignment; safety precautions, and computerized damage diagnosis.
Prerequisites: ACR 109, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1200 back to top
CONVENTIONAL FRAME REPAIR
(3 credit/6 contact hours)
Emphasizes the diagnosis, straightening, measurement, and alignment of conventional automobile and truck frames. Topics include: alignment measurement systems; damage diagnosis; equipment types and usage; frame straightening, repair, and alignment; safety precautions; and computerized damage diagnosis.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 121 back to top
UNIBODY ID & DAMAGE ANALYSIS
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the identification and analysis of various forms of unibody damage. Topics include: collapse or buckle damage identification, sag damage identification, sideways damage identification, twist damage identification, secondary damage identification, and lift equipment usage and safety.
Prerequisites: ACR 109. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1210 back to top
UNIBODY ID & DAMAGE ANALYSIS
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the identification and analysis of various forms of unibody damage. Topics include: collapse or buckle damage identification, sag damage identification, sideways damage identification, twist damage identification, secondary damage identification, and lift equipment usage and safety.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 122 back to top
UNIBODY MEASURING & FIXTURING
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in a variety of alignment measuring and fixturing systems. Topics include: universal mechanical measuring system, universal laser measuring system, dedicated fixture system, upper body panel measurement, and English/metric tape alignment measurement.
Prerequisites: ACR 121. Corequisites: None.
ACR 123 back to top
UNIBODY STRAIGHTENING SYSTEMS
(4 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces unibody straightening systems and techniques used in automotive collision repair. Topics include: equipment types and usage, safety procedures, primary/rough and secondary damage pull, correction, multiple pull correction, and impact or pull stress relief.
Prerequisites: ACR 122, ACR 127. Corequisites: None.
ACR 124 back to top
UNIBODY WELDING TECHNIQUES
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in specific welding applications in automotive collision repair. Topics include: MIG welder panel welding, plug weld collision repair, butt weld collision repair, lap weld collision repair, safety procedures, resistance welding, aluminum MIG welding, and aluminum TIG welding.
Prerequisites: ACR 122. Corequisites: None.
ACR 125 back to top
UNIBODY STR. PANEL REPAIR/REPL
(3 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides instruction in attachment methods, proper repair and replacement of structural panels, dimensional control, areas of high stress concentration, sectional principles, and crush zones. Selection and preparation of recycled parts will be emphasized. Topics include: primary structure, rear cross member, apron and rails, trans X member, rocker, w/s posts, hinge pillar, center pillar, floor pan, spot weld removal, panel sectional cuts, and damaged panel removal and replacement.
Prerequisites: ACR 122, ACR 124. Corequisites: None.
ACR 126 back to top
CONVENTIONAL BODY STRU. PANEL
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces conventional body structural panel repair. A variety of removal and replacement techniques is emphasized. Topics include: partial or complete quarter panel removal and replacement, rocker panel removal and replacement, and center pillar post removal and replacement.
Prerequisites: ACR 120. Corequisites: None.
ACR 127 back to top
UNIBODY SUSPENSION STEERING SY
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in unibody suspension and steering system damage analysis and repair. Topics include: parallelogram suspension parts removal and replacement, rack and pinion steering system removal and replacement, damage analysis, quick check system damage determination, front end suspension equipment usage, and safety procedures.
Prerequisites: ACR 122. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1270 back to top
UNIBODY SUSP/STEER SYSTEMS
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in unibody suspension and steering system damage analysis and repair. Topics include: Theory, parallelogram suspension parts removal and replacement, rack and pinion steering system removal and replacement, damage analysis, quick check system damage determination, front end suspension equipment usage, and safety procedures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 128 back to top
BOLT ON BODY PANEL REM & REPL
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the removal and replacement of bolt-on automobile body panels. Topics include: hood, deck panels, and header panels removal and replacement; fender removal and installation/coining; door removal and installation; headlamp and filler panels removal and replacement; grill removal and replacement; and headlamp adjustment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1280 back to top
BOLT-ON PANEL REMOV/REPLACE
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the removal and replacement of bolt-on automobile body panels. Topics include: hood, closure panels, and header panels removal and replacement; fender removal and installation/coining; door removal and installation; headlamp and filler panels removal and replacement; grill removal and replacement; and headlamp adjustment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 129 back to top
MAJOR COLLISION REPAIR INTERN
(3 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides occupation-based learning opportunities for students pursuing the Major Collision Repair specialization. Students will be mentored by qualified professional technicians as they experience working in the Automotive Collision Repair profession in an industry standard commercial repair facility or industry standard simulated on-campus facility. Topics include: conventional frame repair, unibody damage identification and analysis, unibody measuring and fixturing systems, unibody straightening systems and techniques, unibody welding techniques, unibody structural panel repair and replacement, conventional body structural panel repair, unibody suspension and steering systems, and bolt-on body panel removal and replacement.
Prerequisites: ACR 120, ACR 121, ACR 122, ACR 123, ACR 124, ACR 125, ACR 126, ACR 127, ACR 128. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1290 back to top
MAJOR COLL. RPR INTERN/PRACTIC
(3 credit/9 contact hours)
Provides occupation-based learning opportunities for students pursuing the Major Collision Repair specialization. Qualified professional technicians will mentor students as they experience working in the Automotive Collision Repair profession in an industry standard commercial repair facility or industry standard simulated on-campus facility. Topics include: conventional frame repair, unibody damage identification and analysis, unibody measuring and fixturing systems, unibody straightening systems and techniques, unibody welding techniques, unibody structural panel repair and replacement, conventional body structural panel repair, unibody suspension and steering systems, and bolt-on body panel removal and replacement.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 130 back to top
SANDING PRIMING & PAINT PREP
(5 credit/9 contact hours)
Introduces the materials and procedures involved in preparing automobile bodies for refinishing. Topics include: featheredging; masking procedures; safety procedures; surface preparation; corrosion preventative application; primers, sealers, and primer surfacer applications; and spraygun operation and maintenance.
Prerequisites: ACR 100. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1300 back to top
SAND, PRIME, PAINT PREP
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Introduces the materials and procedures involved in preparing automobile bodies for refinishing. Topics include: featheredging; masking procedures; safety procedures; surface preparation; corrosion preventive application; primers, sealers, and primer surfacer applications; and spray gun operation and maintenance.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 132 back to top
SPECIAL REFINSHING APPLICATION
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the equipment, material, and techniques used in the application of special paints. Emphasis will be placed on automotive refinishing procedures. Topics include: safety; paint identification; base metals preparation and priming; equipment use and maintenance; color application; original finish sealing; panel and spot repair and blending; thinners, reducers, and additives; and fiberglass, plastics, and rubber refinishing.
Prerequisites: ACR 109, ACR 136. Corequisites: None.
ACR 1320 back to top
SPEC. REFINISHING APPLICATION
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the equipment, material, and techniques used in the application of special paints. Emphasis will be placed on automotive refinishing procedures. Topics include: safety equipment and procedures; paint identification; base metals preparation and priming; equipment use and maintenance; color application; original finish sealing; panel and spot repair and blending; thinners, reducers, and additives; and fiberglass, plastics, and rubber refinishing.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 134 back to top
URETHANE ENAMELS REFINISHING
(6 credit/12 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the equipment, material, and techniques used in the application of urethane enamels paint. Emphasis will be placed on automotive refinishing procedures. Topics include: safety; paint identification; base metals preparation and priming; equipment use and maintenance; base coat/clear coat application; color application of solid and metallic finishes; original finish sealing; panel and spot repair and blending; thinners, reducers, and additives; and tri-coat finishing.
Prerequisites: ACR 109, ACR 109N. Corequisites: ACR 136.
ACR 135 back to top
TINT AND MATCH COLORS
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces methods and techniques used in the process of color matching and production. Topics include: tinting methods, gun techniques, variables adjustments, color flip-flop determination and correction, and reduction procedures.
Prerequisites: ACR 131, ACR 132, ACR 133, ACR 134. Corequisites: None.
ACR 136 back to top
DETAILING
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the methods and techniques used in detailing a refinished automotive surface. Topics include: finish analysis, color sanding, polishes and glazes, cleaning vehicle, and decal and stripes.
Prerequisites: ACR 134. Corequisites: None.
ACR 137 back to top
PAINT & REFINISHING INTERNSHIP
(3 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides occupation-based learning opportunities for students pursuing the Paint and Refinishing specialization. Students will be mentored by qualified professional technicians as they experience working in the Automotive Collision Repair profession in an industry standard commercial repair facility or industry standard simulated on-campus facility. Topics include: sanding, priming, and paint preparation; special refinishing applications; urethane enamels; tint and match colors; detailing; and employability skills.
Prerequisites: ACR 130, ACR 132, ACR 134, ACR 135, ACR 136. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2240 back to top
UNIBODY MS, FX, & STR SYSTEMS
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides instruction in a variety of alignment measuring, fixturing, and straightening systems. Topics include: universal mechanical measuring system/ equipment types and usage; universal laser measuring system/ safety procedures; dedicated fixture system/ primary/ rough and secondary damage pull; upper body panel/single pull correction; English/metric tape alignment measurement/multiple pull correction; and impact or pull stress relief.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2250 back to top
UNIBODY ST.PANEL REP/REPLACE
(3 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides instruction in attachment methods, proper repair and replacement of structural panels, dimensional control, areas of high stress concentration, sectional principles, and crush zones. Selection and preparation of recycled parts will be emphasized. Topics include: primary structure, rear cross member, apron and rails, trans X member, rocker, w/s posts, hinge pillar, center pillar, floor pan, spot weld removal, panel sectional cuts, and damaged panel removal and replacement.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2260 back to top
CONV. BODY STRUCT. PAN. REPAIR
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces conventional body structural panel repair. A variety of removal and replacement techniques is emphasized. Topics include: partial or complete quarter panel removal and replacement, rocker panel removal and replacement, and center pillar post removal and replacement.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2340 back to top
URETHANE ENAMELS REF. APPS.
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the equipment, material, and techniques used in the application of urethane enamels paint. Emphasis will be placed on automotive refinishing procedures. Topics include: safety; paint identification; base metals preparation and priming; equipment use and maintenance; base coat/clear coat application; color application of solid and metallic finishes; original finish sealing; panel and spot repair and blending; thinners, reducers, and additives; and tri-coat finishing.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2350 back to top
TINT AND MATCH COLORS
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces methods and techniques used in the process of color matching and production. Topics include: tinting methods, gun techniques, variables adjustments, color flip-flop determination and correction, and reduction procedures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2360 back to top
DETAILING
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the methods and techniques used in detailing a refinished automotive surface. Topics include: finish analysis, color sanding, polishes and glazes, cleaning vehicle, and decals and stripes.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACR 2370 back to top
PAINT & REFINISHING INTERNSHIP
(3 credit/9 contact hours)
Provides occupation-based learning opportunities for students pursuing the Paint and Refinishing specialization. Students will be mentored by qualified professional technicians as they experience working in the Automotive Collision Repair profession in an industry standard commercial repair facility or industry standard simulated on-campus facility. Topics include: sanding, priming, and paint preparation; special refinishing applications; urethane enamels; tint and match colors; detailing; and employability skills.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACT 100 back to top
REFRIGERATION FUNDAMENTALS
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces basic concepts and theories of refrigeration. Topics include: the laws of thermodynamics, pressure and temperature relationships, heat transfer, refrigerant identification, the refrigeration cycle, and safety.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACT 101 back to top
PRINCIPLES/PRACTICES OF REFRIG
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces the use of refrigeration tools, materials, and procedures needed to install, repair, and service refrigeration systems. Topics include: refrigeration tools; piping practices; service valves; leak testing; refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclamation; evacuation; charging; and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 100. Corequisites: None.
ACT 102 back to top
REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS COMPONEN
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides the skills and knowledge to install, test, and service major components of a refrigeration system. Topics include: compressors, condensers, evaporators, metering devices, service procedures, refrigeration systems, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 100, ACT 101. Corequisites: None.
ACT 103 back to top
ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduction to fundamental electrical concepts and theories as applied to the air conditioning industry. Topics include: AC and DC theory, electric meters, electric diagrams, distribution systems, electrical panels, voltage circuits, code requirements, and safety.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ACT 104 back to top
ELECTRIC MOTORS
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Continues the development of skills and knowledge necessary for application and service of electric motors commonly used by the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Topics include: diagnostic techniques, capacitors, installation procedures, types of electric motors, electric motor service, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 103. Corequisites: None.
ACT 105 back to top
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides instruction in identifying, installing, and testing commonly used electrical components in an air conditioning system. Topics include: pressure switches, overload devices, transformers, magnetic starters, other commonly used controls, diagnostic techniques, installation procedures, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 103, ACT 104. Corequisites: None.
ACT 106 back to top
ELEC CONTROL SYSTEMS & INSTALL
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides instruction on wiring various types of air conditioning systems. Topics include: servicing procedures, solid state controls, system wiring, control circuits, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 105. Corequisites: None.
ACT 107 back to top
AIR CONDITIONING PRINCIPLES
(8 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental theory and techniques needed to identify major components and functions of air conditioning systems. Instruction is given on types of air conditioning systems and use of instrumentation. Topics include: types of AC systems, heat?load calculation, properties of air, psychrometrics, duct design, air filtration, and safety principles.
Prerequisites: ACT 102, ACT 106, MAT 101, MAT 1012. Corequisites: None.
ACT 108 back to top
A/C SYSTEMS & INSTALLATION
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction on the installation and service of residential air conditioning systems. Topics include: installation procedures, service, split-systems, add-on systems, packaged systems, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 107. Corequisites: None.
ACT 109 back to top
TROUBLESHOOTING A/C SYSTEMS
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides instruction on troubleshooting and repair of major components of a residential air conditioning system. Topics include: troubleshooting techniques, electrical controls, air flow, refrigeration cycle, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 108, ENG 100, ENG 101. Corequisites: None.
ACT 110 back to top
GAS HEATING SYSTEMS
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces principles of combustion and service requirements for gas heating systems. Topics include: service procedures, electrical controls, piping, gas valves, venting, code requirements, principles of combustion, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 102, ACT 106, MAT 101. Corequisites: None.
ACT 111 back to top
HEAT PUMPS & RELATED SYSTEMS
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides instruction on the principles, application, and operation of a residential heat pump system. Topics include: installation procedures, servicing procedures, electrical components, geothermal ground source energy supplies, dual fuel, troubleshooting, valves, and safety.
Prerequisites: ACT 110. Corequisites: None.
AHS 1010 back to top
INTRO TO ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course focused provides a basic study of structure and function of the human body. This course includes an overview of each body system with an emphasis on homeostasis. Medical terminology related to body structure and function is taught as an integral part of the course. Topics include: introduction to medical terms describing the human body; and overview of structure and function of the human body.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AHS 1011 back to top
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include: general plan and function of the human body; integumentary system; skeletal system; muscular system; nervous and sensory systems; endocrine system; cardiovascular system; lymphatic system; respiratory system; digestive system; urinary system; and reproductive system.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AHS 102 back to top
DRUG CALCULATIONS & ADMIN
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Uses basic mathematical concepts and includes basic drug administration. Emphasizes critical thinking skills. Topics include: systems of measurement, calculating drug problems, resource materials usage, basic pharmacology, administering medications in a simulated clinical environment, principles of IV therapy techniques, and client education.
Prerequisites: MAT 101, MAT 1012, MAT 1013, MAT 103, MAT 1100, MAT 1101, MAT 111, MAT 1111, MAT 190, MAT 191, MAT 196. Corequisites: None.
AHS 103 back to top
NUTRITION & DIET THERAPY
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Provides a study of the nutritional needs of the individual. Topics include: nutrients, standard and modified diets, nutrition throughout the lifespan, and client education.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AHS 104 back to top
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH CARE
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common to many specializations in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control, and blood/air-borne pathogens.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AHS 105 back to top
INTRO TO INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces chemical concept principles, laws, and techniques applicable to the medical laboratory. Topics include: laboratory safety, fundamental principles of chemistry, weight and measures, solutions, and basic laws of chemistry.
Prerequisites: MAT 101. Corequisites: MAT 101.
AHS 109 back to top
MED TERMINOLOGY/ALLIED HLTH SC
(3 credit/3 contact hours)
Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: origins (roots, prefixes, and suffixes), word building, abbreviations and symbols, terminology related to the human anatomy, reading medical orders and reports, and terminology specific to the student's field of study.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AMF 106 back to top
INTRO TO ROBOTICS
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Explores basic robotic concepts. Studies robots in typical application environments. Topics include: robot history and fundamentals, robot classification, power sources, robot applications in the workplace, robot control techniques, path control, end of arm tooling, robot operation and robot controllers, controller architecture in a system, robotic language programming, and human interface issues.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AMF 158 back to top
AUTOMATED MFG. SKILLS
(3 credit/4.5 contact hours)
Provides students with more in-depth knowledge of skills used in manufacturing environments. Students also are introduced to computerized process control and the operational requirements associated with automated machines in the manufacturing environment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AMF 206 back to top
WORK CELL DESIGN LAB
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Allows students to work in instructor-supervised teams, assembling and operating an automated production system's cell. Students will select equipment, write specifications, design fixtures and interconnects, integrate systems/provide interfaces, and operate the assigned system. Topics include: work cell requirement analysis, work cell specifications, work cell assembly, work cell programming, work cell debugging/troubleshooting, and prototype or demonstration work cell operation.
Prerequisites: AMF 115. Corequisites: None.
AUT 120 back to top
INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces basic concepts and practices necessary for safe and effective automotive shop operation. Topics include: safety procedures; legal/ethical responsibilities; measurement; machining; hand tools; shop organization, management and work flow systems
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
AUT 122 back to top
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC SYSTEM
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces automotive electricity. Topics include: general electrical system diagnosis; lighting system diagnosis and repair; gauges, warning devices, and driver information system diagnosis and repair; horn and wiper/washer diagnosis and repair; accessories diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 120. Corequisites: None.
AUT 124 back to top
BATTERY, STARTING, & CHARGING
(4 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes the basic principles, diagnosis, and service/repair of batteries, starting systems, starting system components, alternators, and regulators. Topics include: battery diagnosis and service; starting system diagnosis and repair; charging system diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 126 back to top
ENGINE PRINCIPLES OF OPER/REP
(6 credit/12 contact hours)
Introduces automotive engine theory and repair, placing emphasis on inspection, testing, and diagnostic techniques. Topics include: general diagnosis; removal and reinstallation; cylinder heads and valve trains diagnosis and repair; engine blocks assembly diagnosis and repair; lubrication and cooling systems diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 120. Corequisites: None.
AUT 128 back to top
FUEL, IGNITION & EMISSION SYST
(7 credit/11 contact hours)
Introduces fuel, ignition, and exhaust systems theory, diagnosis, repair, and service for vehicles with carburetion and fuel injection systems. Topics include: general engine diagnosis; ignition system diagnosis and repair; fuel, air induction, and exhaust systems diagnosis and repair; positive crankcase ventilation; exhaust gas recirculation; engine related service.
Prerequisites: AUT 122, AUT 124, AUT 126. Corequisites: None.
AUT 130 back to top
AUTOMOTIVE BRAKE SYSTEMS
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces brake systems theory and its application to automotive systems. Topics include: hydraulic system diagnosis and repair; drum brake diagnosis and repair; disc brake diagnosis and repair; power assist units diagnosis and repair; miscellaneous ( wheel bearings, parking brakes, electrical, etc.) diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 132 back to top
SUSPENSION & STEERING SYSTEMS
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces students to principles of steering, suspension, wheel alignment, electronic steering, and electronic active suspension. Topics include: steering systems diagnosis and repair; suspension systems diagnosis and repair; wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair; wheel and tire diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 134 back to top
DRIVELINES
(4 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces basics of rear-wheel drive, front-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive driveline related operation, diagnosis, service and related electronic controls. Topics include: drive shaft and half shaft, universal and constant-velocity (cv) joint diagnosis and repair ; ring and pinion gears and differential case assembly; limited slip differential; drive axle shaft; four-wheel drive/all-wheel drive component diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 138 back to top
MANUAL TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces basics of front and rear-wheel drive. Clutch operation, diagnosis and service are included. Electronic controls related to transmission/transaxle operation are discussed. Topics include: clutch diagnosis and repair; transmission/transaxle diagnosis and repair
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 140 back to top
ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL SYST
(7 credit/9 contact hours)
Introduces concept of electronic engine control. Topics include: computerized engine controls diagnosis and repair; intake air temperature controls; early fuel evaporation (intake manifold temperature) controls; evaporative emissions controls.
Prerequisites: AUT 128. Corequisites: None.
AUT 142 back to top
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMS
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces the theory and operation of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Students attain proficiency in inspection, testing, service, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems and related components. Topics include: a/c system diagnosis and repair; refrigeration system component diagnosis and repair; heating, ventilation, and engine cooling systems diagnosis and repair; operating systems and related controls diagnosis and repair; refrigerant recovery, recycling, and handling
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 144 back to top
INTRO TO AUTO TRANSMISSION
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces students to basic transmission/transaxle theory, inspection, and service procedures. Focuses on minor in-car adjustments, replacements, and repair. Topics include: general transmission and transaxle diagnosis; transmission and transaxle maintenance and adjustment; in-vehicle transmission and transaxle repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 122. Corequisites: None.
AUT 210 back to top
AUTO TRANSMISSION REPAIR
(7 credit/11 contact hours)
Introduces automatic transmission hydraulic/mechanical operations, transmission repair, and automatic transmission hydraulic/mechanical diagnosis. Topics include: removal, disassembly, and reinstallation; oil pump and converter; gear train, shafts, bushings and case; friction and reaction units.
Prerequisites: AUT 144. Corequisites: None.
AUT 212 back to top
ADV ELEC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSI
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces automatic transmission hydraulic/mechanical, and electronic diagnosis and repair. Topics include: electronically controlled automatic transmission, automatic transmission electrical and electronic problem diagnosis and repair.
Prerequisites: AUT 210. Corequisites: None.
AUT 214 back to top
ADV ELEC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAG
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces anti-lock brake system (ABS) to include ABS components and ABS operation, testing, and diagnosis. Topics include: general brake and anti-lock brake systems diagnosis and testing, light truck rear anti-lock brake system, four-wheel anti-lock brake system locations, components, and operation.
Prerequisites: AUT 130. Corequisites: None.
AUT 216 back to top
ADV ELEC CONTROLLED SUSP & STE
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces principles of electronic suspension, electronic steering, and electronic active suspension. Topics include: electronic steering systems diagnosis and adjustment/repair, and diagnosis of electrical and electronic controlled steering and suspension systems.
Prerequisites: AUT 132. Corequisites: None.
AUT 218 back to top
ADV ELEC ENGINE CONTROL
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces On-Board Diagnostics II (OBD II), California Air Research Board (CARB) requirements and monitoring technology, diagnostic trouble code definitions, and essentials of advanced drivability diagnosis and data interpretation using a scanner. Topics include: OBD II standards; monitoring capabilities; OBD II diagnostics; OBD II terms.
Prerequisites: AUT 140. Corequisites: None.
AUT 220 back to top
AUTOMOTIVE TECH INTERNSHIP
(6 credit/18 contact hours)
Provides student work experience in the occupational environment. Topics include: application of automotive technology knowledge and skills, appropriate employability skills, problem solving, adaptability to job setting, progressive productivity, and acceptable job performance.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 100 back to top
INTRO TO BANKING AND FINANCE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the history, documents, and operational functions of the banking industry. Topics include: history, documents, operations, specialized services and electronic banking.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 113 back to top
MONEY & BANKING
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes the relevance of monetary instruments, intermediaries, and the central banks as they impact local, state, national, and international economics. Topics include: history and evolution of financial institutions; monetary instruments and flow; and central banking, operation, and policies.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 114 back to top
BANKING BUSINESS & INFO SYSTEM
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes basic calculator, teller terminal, proof machine, and financial computer use. Topics include: introduction to types of equipment, calculators, teller machines, proof machines, and financial computers.
Prerequisites: MAT 111, MAT 196. Corequisites: None.
BAF 115 back to top
FINANCIAL MGT & COUNSELING
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides knowledge and applications in the management of personal and consumer finance. Topics include: record keeping, budgeting, credit principles, investment principles, and forecasting.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 132 back to top
BANKING & FINANCE INTERNSHIP
(5 credit/15 contact hours)
Introduces the application and reinforcement of banking and finance and employability principles in an actual job placement or practicum experience. Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into banking and finance applications on the job. Topics include: problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, use of proper interpersonal skills, application of banking and finance techniques, and professional development. The occupation-based instruction is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, required weekly seminar, and required practicum or on-the-job training.
Prerequisites: BAF 100, ENG 111, ENG 191. Corequisites: None.
BAF 133 back to top
BANKING & FINANCE INTERN II
(5 credit/13 contact hours)
Focuses on the application and reinforcement of banking and finance and employability principles in an actual job placement or practicum experience. Students are acquainted with occupational responsibilities through realistic work situations and are provided with insights into banking and finance applications on the job. Topics include: problem solving, adaptability to the job setting, use of proper interpersonal skills, application of banking and finance techniques, and professional development. The occupation-based instruction is implemented through the use of written individualized training plans, written performance evaluation, required weekly seminar, and required practicum or on-the-job training.
Prerequisites: BAF 132. Corequisites: None.
BAF 200 back to top
FINANCE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to financial markets, institutions and management in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the financial markets in which funds are traded, the financial institutions participating in facilitating the trade of such funds and the financial principles and concepts behind sound financial management. Topics include: financial systems of the United States, business finance management and financing other sectors of the economy.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 205 back to top
REAL ESTATE FINANCE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes the relevance of land value, legal titles, legal descriptions, types of real estate finance, the leverage of real estate, the bank funding requirement, mortgage amortizations, financial theory and real estate markets.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 210 back to top
CONTEMPORARY BANK MGMT
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes the relevance of banks and the economy, bank regulations and policy, bank organizational structure, bank management, the financial institutions' environment, bank deregulation and asset/liability management.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BAF 215 back to top
WEB BASED BANKING & FINANCE
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces the student to the origins of virtual banking and finance and E-Commerce, web navigation, converging technologies, digital value chains, digital currency and certificates, digital economics and virtual vertical structures, electronic banking regulation and legislation, the PIN, security encryption, Web-bank and financial account setup, trust platforms, packet switching, menu structures, memory types and use. In addition, the course will present and explain the global financial network, TCP/IP protocol, H.T.M.L. and Java network significance, the new digital scaffolding skills, and the new functionality of on-line financial services and brokerage.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BIO 1111 back to top
Biology I
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to basic biological concepts with a focus on living cells. Topics include: chemical principles related to cells; cell structure and function; energy and metabolism; cell division; protein synthesis; genetics; biotechnology; and use of basic laboratory techniques and equipment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BIO 1112 back to top
Biology II
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
This a second part of a ten hour sequence. This course provides an introduction to basic evolutionary concepts. Also, the course emphasizes animal and plant diversity, structure and function including reproduction and development. As well as, the dynamics of ecology as it pertains to populations, communities, ecosystems and biosphere. Topics include: principles of evolution; classification and characterizations of organisms; plant structure and function; animal structure and function; principles of ecology; and biosphere. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BIO 2113 back to top
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Introduces the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the development of a systemic perspective of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Topics include: body organization; cell structure and functions; tissue classifications; the integumentary system; the skeletal system; the muscular system; the nervous and sensory systems. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning.
Prerequisites: ENG 098, ENG 1101, MAT 098, RDG 098. Corequisites: None.
BIO 2114 back to top
ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Continues the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include: the endocrine system; cardiovascular system; the blood and lymphatic system; immune system; respiratory system; digestive system; urinary system; and reproductive system. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning.
Prerequisites: BIO 193, BIO 2113. Corequisites: None.
BIO 2117 back to top
Introductory Microbiology
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides students with a foundation in basic microbiology with emphasis on infectious diseases. Topics include: microbial diversity; microbial cell biology; microbial genetics; interactions and impact of microorganisms and humans; microorganisms and human disease; and laboratory skills.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1100 back to top
INTRO. TO KEYBOARDING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
This course introduces the touch system of keyboarding placing emphasis on correct techniques. Topics include: computer hardware, computer software, file management, learning the alphabetic keyboard, the numeric keyboard and keypad, building speed and accuracy, and proofreading. Students attain a minimum of 25 GWAM (gross words a minute) on 3-minute timings with no more than 3 errors.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1110 back to top
SPEED & ACCURACY KEYING
(2 credit/3 contact hours)
Further develops speed and accuracy through analysis of keying and prescribed practice drills. Topics include: building speed and accuracy and straight-copy proofreading.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1120 back to top
BUS. DOC. PROOFREADING/EDITING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes proper proofreading and editing as applied to business documents. Topics include: applying proofreading techniques and proofreader?s marks with business documents; proper content, clarity, and conciseness in business documents; and business document formatting.
Prerequisites: BUS 101, BUS 101N, BUS 1130, ENG 101, ENG 1010, ENG 1012, ENG 1101, ENG 111. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1130 back to top
DOCUMENT PROCESSING
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Reinforces the touch system of keyboarding placing emphasis on correct techniques with adequate speed and accuracy and producing properly formatted business documents. Topics include: reinforcing correct keyboarding technique, building speed and accuracy, formatting business documents, language arts, proofreading, and work area management.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1140 back to top
WORD PROCESSING
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes an intensive use of word processing software to create and revise business documents. Topics include: creating, organizing, and formatting content; collaborating on documents; formatting and managing documents.
Prerequisites: BUS 101, BUS 101N, BUS 1130, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1150 back to top
DATABASE APPLICATIONS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes use of database management software packages to access, manipulate, and create file data. Topics include: database concepts structuring databases, entering data, organizing data, and managing databases.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1160 back to top
DESKTOP PUBLISHING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes intensive use of desktop publishing (DTP) software to create publications such as letterheads, resumes, fliers, posters, brochures, reports, newsletters, and business cards. Topics include: DTP concepts, operation of DTP software, publication page layout, basic graphic design, and practical applications.
Prerequisites: BUS 1130. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1170 back to top
ELEC. COMM. APPLICATIONS
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides an overview of electronic communications as used in an office setting. Topics include: email fundamentals and management, using the Internet, system user security, and wireless/mobile computing and emerging technologies.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1180 back to top
COMPUTER GRAPHICS & DESIGN
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces how to: design and transmit electronic communications; create graphics on-line; and insert animation and sound to computer-generated charts, graphs, and diagrams.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1190 back to top
INTERNET SEARCH APPLICATIONS
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces how to search topics, select websites, recognize cross references and locate addresses and phone numbers, locate and retrieve business and agencies, how to cross-reference web information.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1200 back to top
MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes transcribing mailable documents from dictation using word processing software. Topics include: equipment and supplies maintenance and usage, work area management, transcription techniques, productivity and accuracy, proofreading, and language arts skills.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1210 back to top
ELECTRONIC CALCULATORS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Develops skill in the use of electronic calculators to interpret, solve, and record results of various types of problems involving the four arithmetic processes. Topics include: machine parts and features, touch system techniques, and arithmetic applications.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1220 back to top
TELEPHONE TRAINING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Familiarizes the student with the proper use of current telephone technology to include equipment, techniques, and attributes. Topics include: telephone equipment use, telephone techniques, and telephone voice.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1230 back to top
LEGAL TERMINOLOGY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course introduces the spelling, pronunciation, definition, and usage of basic legal terms. The course broadly covers general law terms as well as specialized legal terminology. Topics include: word origins, word building, abbreviations and symbols, correct spelling, pronunciation, and meanings of terminology related to the court system, contracts, family law, real estate, litigation, wills/probate, bankruptcy, and other areas of the law.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1240 back to top
OFFICE PROCEDURES
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes essential skills required for the business office. Topics include: office protocol, time management, telecommunications and telephone techniques, office equipment, workplace mail, records management, travel/meeting arrangements, electronic mail, and workplace documents.
Prerequisites: BUS 101, BUS 101N, BUS 1130, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1300 back to top
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces organization and management concepts of the business world and in the office environment. Topics include business in a global economy, starting and organizing a business, enterprise management, marketing strategies and financial management.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 1310 back to top
INTRO TO BUSINESS CULTURE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Prepares the individual?s skills and attitudes necessary to function effectively both professionally and interpersonally in the workplace. Topics include: health and wellness; exercise; stress, time, and money management; work ethics; wardrobe on the job; workplace communications; and business entertainment, travel, and international culture.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2110 back to top
ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Course provides instruction in advanced word processing. Topics include: advanced features of formatting and organizing content, advanced features of collaborating on documents and customizing word processing software.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2120 back to top
SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the use of electronic spreadsheet software in business applications. Students become proficient in creating and modifying spreadsheets in a business environment and in printing files that meet business standards. Topics include: spreadsheet concepts, data entry and modification, analyzing data, charts and graphs, formatting data and content and managing workbooks.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2130 back to top
ADV. SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides a study of the advanced features of creating and modifying electronic spreadsheets. Topics include integration with other applications, using templates, printing workbooks, working with named ranges, working with toolbars, using macros, auditing a worksheet, formatting data, using analysis tools, and collaborating with workgroups.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2150 back to top
PRESENTATION APPLICATIONS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides a study of creating, modifying and delivering presentations. Topics include: creating a presentation, formatting content, collaborating with others, managing a presentation, creating output and delivering a presentation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2200 back to top
OFFICE ACCOUNTING
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental concepts of accounting. Topics include: accounting equation, debits, credits, journalizing, posting and proving ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash control, and payroll.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2210 back to top
APPLIED OFFICE PROCEDURES
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
This course focuses on applying knowledge and skills learned in all prior courses taken in the program. Topics include: communications skills, telecommunications skills, records management skills, office equipment/supplies, and integrated programs/applications. Serves as a capstone course.
Prerequisites: BUS 101, BUS 101N, BUS 106, BUS 108, BUS 1130, BUS 1140, BUS 1240, BUS 202, BUS 2120. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2320 back to top
MED. DOC. PROCESSING/TRANSC.
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides experience in medical machine transcription working with the most frequently used medical reports. Topics include: equipment and supplies maintenance and usage, work area management, spelling, definitions, punctuation, processing/transcription speed and accuracy, resource utilization, and pronunciation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2330 back to top
ADV. MEDICAL DOC. PROCESSING
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Continues the development of speed and accuracy in the transcription of medical reports with emphasis on a variety of medical specialization. Topics include: equipment and supplies maintenance and usage, work area management, spelling, definitions, punctuation, processing/transcription speed and accuracy, resource utilization, pronunciation, and medical transcription work ethics.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
BUS 2340 back to top
MEDICAL ADMIN. PROCEDURES
(5 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes essential skills required for the medical office. Introduces the knowledge and skills of procedures for billing purposes. Introduces the basic concept of medical administrative assisting and its relationship to the other health fields. Emphasizes medical ethics, legal aspects of medicine, and the medical administrative assistant's role as an agent of the physician. Provides the student with knowledge and the essentials of professional behavior. Topics include: introduction to medical administrative assisting, medical law, ethics, patient relations/human relations, physician-patient-assistant relationship, medical office in litigation, medical records management, scheduling appointments, pegboard or computerized accounting, health insurance, transcription of medical documents, and billing/collection.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
CAR 105 back to top
PRINT READING
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the reading and interpretation of prints and architectural drawings. Topics include: types of plans, scales, specifications, conventions, and schedules.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
CFC 100 back to top
SAFETY
(1 credit/1 contact hours)
Provides a review of general safety rules and practices and provides students with information about state and federal regulations including OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Emphasis is placed on electrical, fire, lifting, and ladder and scaffolding hazards. Topics include: overview of safety rules and regulations; personal protective equipment; signs, signals, and barricades; flammable materials; electrical hazards; ladders and scaffolds; safety in trenches and excavations; and introduction to rigging.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
CFC 101 back to top
INTRO TO CONSTRUCTION
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
This course covers introduction to the different crafts in the building trades. The student is also introduced to the attitudes and life skills required to succeed in the construction industry. Topics include: introduction to the construction trades; workplace expectations, quality of work, professional ethical standards, proper communication practices, working in teams, learning for success and life skills. Provides an overview of the history of the plumbing and pipefitting trades.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
CHM 1111 back to top
CHEMISTRY I
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to basic chemical principles and concepts which explain the behavior of matter. Topics include: measurement; physical and chemical properties of matter; atomic structure; chemical bonding; nomenclature; chemical reactions; stoichiometry and gas laws; basic laboratory skills and lab safety procedures.
Prerequisites: ENG 098, MAT 098, RDG 098. Corequisites: None.
CHM 1112 back to top
CHEMISTRY II
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Continues the exploration of basic chemical principles and concepts. Topics include: equilibrium theory; kinetics; thermodynamics; solution chemistry; acid-base theory; and nuclear chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHM 1111. Corequisites: None.
CHM 1213 back to top
SURVEY OF INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to basic chemical principles and concepts which explain the behavior of matter. Topics include: measurements and units; structure of matter; chemical bonding; chemical reactions; gas laws; liquid mixtures; acids and bases; salts and buffers; nuclear chemistry; basic laboratory skills and safety procedures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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SURVEY OF ORG. CHEM & BIOCHEM.
(5 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. This survey will include an overview of the properties, structure, nomenclature, reactions of: hydrocarbons; alcohols, phenols, ethers, halides, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, amines, amides; the properties, structure, and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and enzymes, as well as, intermediary metabolism. Topics include: basic principles; hydrocarbons; hydrocarbon derivatives; heterocyclic rings and alkaloids; carbohydrates; lipids and fats; proteins; nucleic acids; and intermediary metabolism. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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KEYBOARDING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to the effective and efficient use of electronic machine keyboards. Topics include: touch typing skills and text formatting and manipulation. Manual dexterity is developed using microcomputers and machine driven exercises.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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OPERATING SYSTEMS CONCEPTS
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides an overview of operating systems functions and commands that are necessary in a computer working environment. Topics include: multiprogramming, single and multi-user systems, resource management, command languages, and operating system utilities, file system utilization and multiple operating systems.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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PROGRAM DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an emphasis on business problem identification and solution through systems of computer programs using such tools as structure charts, flowcharts, and pseudocode. Topics include: problem solving process, fundamentals of structured programming, program development building blocks, fundamentals of file and report structure, and business application structure.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CIS 106.
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COMPUTER CONCEPTS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an overview of computers and information processing. Topics include: computer history and terminology, data representation, data storage concepts, fundamentals of information processing, fundamentals of hardware operation, fundamentals of communications and networking, structured programming concepts, program development methodology, system development methodology, and computer number systems.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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Web Graphics Using Adobe Photo
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course covers the creation and editing of digital photographs and images using Adobe Photoshop. Topics covered include understand file types, file compression, and download capabilities, creating digital images in different file types, setting and using color codecs, adjusting digital images with lighting, filtering, cropping, and resizing, creating transparent digital images, digital image web page positioning techniques, and using other digital image special effects.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Intro to Web Prog/C#.NET
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides an introduction to Web Programming using Microsoft C#. Topics include advanced HTML, CSS basics, object oriented language requirements, defining variables, If conditional statements and loops, modularization, accessing and displaying data on the web, understanding the XML data format, and cookies and security
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Intro to Web Program/Perl
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides an introduction to Web Programming using Perl. Topics include advanced HTML, CSS basics, object oriented language requirements, defining variables, If conditional statements and loops, modularization, accessing and displaying data on the web, understanding the XML data format, and cookies and security.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Web Graphics using JASC Paint
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course covers the creation and editing of digital photographs and images using JASC Paint Shop. Topics covered include understand file types, file compression, and download capabilities, creating digital images in different file types, setting and using color codecs, adjusting digital images with lighting, filtering, cropping, and resizing, creating transparent digital images, digital image web page positioning techniques, and using other digital image special effects.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Intro to Web Prog. VB.NET
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides an introduction to Web Programming using Microsoft Visual Basic .NET. Topics include advanced HTML, CSS basics, object oriented language requirements, defining variables, If conditional statements and loops, modularization, accessing and displaying data on the web, understanding the XML data format, and cookies and security.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Intro to Web Prog PHP
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides an introduction to Web Programming using PHP. Topics include advanced HTML, CSS basics, object oriented language requirements, defining variables, IF conditional statements and loops, modularization, accessing and displaying data on the web, understanding the XML data format, and cookies and security.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Intro to Web Prog. Python
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides an introduction to Web Programming using Python. Topics include advanced HTML, CSS basics, object oriented language requirements, defining variables, If conditional statements and loops, modularization, accessing and displaying data on the web, understanding the XML data format, and cookies and security.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INFORMATION SECURITY FUND
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides a broad overview of information security. It covers terminology, history, security systems development and implementation. Student will also cover the legal, ethical, and professional issues in information security. Topics include: define key terms in Information Security terminology, state the reasons for Information Security, identify the legal, ethical, and professional issues in Information Security, identify the steps in risk identification, assessment and control, state the justification of having a security policy and security procedures, state major components in the design of information security, and identify positions and credentials available to individuals entering the information security profession
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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SECURITY POLICIES & PROCEDURES
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides knowledge and experience to develop and maintain security policies and procedures. Students will explore the legal and ethical issues in information security and the various security layers: physical security, personnel security, operating systems, network, software, communication and database security. Students will develop an Information Security Policy and an Acceptable Use Policy. Topics include discuss the ethical issues in information security, discuss the legal issues in information security, discuss the steps in determining security needs, identify the various layers of security needed in an organization, identify the components of a security plan, identify the steps to implement and maintain a security plan, develop an Information Security Policy, and develop an Acceptable Use Policy.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENTING OPER SYS SECURITY
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides knowledge and the practical experience necessary to configure the most common server platforms. Lab exercises will provide students with experience of establishing security for the network environment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENTING NETWORK SECURITY
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides knowledge and the practical experience necessary to evaluate, implement and manage secure information transferred over computer networks. Topics include network security, intrusion detection, types of attacks, methods of attacks, security devices, basics of cryptography and organizational security elements.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENT INT/INTRA FIREWALL
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides instruction on how to plan, design, install and configure firewalls that will allow key services while maintaining security. This will include protecting the Internal IP services, configuring a firewall for remote access and managing a firewall.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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COMPUTER FORENSICS & DISASTER
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Serves as a capstone course for the information security specialist. The course will include implementing a plan to detect intruders, determine the damage caused, and discuss what precautions to use to avoid disasters.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Web Graphics & Animation/Adobe
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers the creation and manipulation of images and animation using Adobe Flash and 3D creation software. Topics covered include 3D Digital Image tools, file types, download and image plug-in requirements., a systematic approach to creating images, creating 3D Objects, selecting and grouping objects, object transformation, object shading, lighting, filtering, and coloring, animation tools, file types, compression techniques, plug-in and download requirements, and creating 2D and 3D animations.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Web Graphics & Animation
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers the creation and manipulation of images and animation using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe LiveMotion. Topics covered include 3D Digital Image tools, file types, download and 3D image plug-in requirements, a systematic approach to creating images, creating 3D Objects, selecting and grouping objects, object transformation, object shading, lighting, filtering, and coloring, animation tools, file types, compression techniques, plug-in and download requirements, and creating 2D and 3D animations.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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NETWORK FUNDAMENTALS
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces networking technologies and prepares students to take the CompTIA?s broad-based, vendor independent networking certification exam, Network +. Covers a wide range of material about networking, from careers in networking to local area networks, wide area networks, protocols, topologies, transmission media, and security. Focuses on operating network management systems, and implementing the installation of networks. It reviews cabling, connection schemes, the fundamentals of the LAN and WAN technologies, TCP/IP configuration and troubleshooting, remote connectivity, and network maintenance and troubleshooting. Topics include: basic knowledge of networking technology, physical layer, data layer, network layer, transporter layer, TCP/IP fundamentals, TCP/IP suite: utilities, remote connectivity, security, implementing the installation of network, maintaining and support the network, and troubleshooting the network.
Prerequisites: CIS 106, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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MICROCOMPUTER INSTALL/MAINT
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides an introduction to the fundamentals of installing and maintaining microcomputers. Topics include: identifying components and their functions, safety, installation procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and preventive maintenance.
Prerequisites: CIS 103, CIS 173, CIS 261, CIS 5103, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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WORD PROCESSING/DESKTOP PUB.
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides a study of word processing and desktop publishing. Topics include: word processing fundamentals, desktop publishing fundamentals, advanced word processing concepts, development of macros, and presentation graphics fundamentals.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO WINDOWS VISUAL BASIC
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces Microsoft Windows event-driven programming. Along with this new method of programming, common elements of Windows applications will be discussed. These elements will be created and manipulated using Microsoft Visual BASIC development environment. Topics include: Windows applications, user interface design, capturing and validating input, event-driven programming design, conditional processing, file processing, and incorporating graphics.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CIS 105.
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OPERATING SYSTEMS CONCEPTS
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides a study of underlying command prompt functions in personal computer (PC) operating systems in terms of its functions and structure, for managing files and directories, and running programs. It also includes navigating through the operating system from command line prompts and procedures for accessing and retrieving information. Provides a study of installing, configuring and upgrading PC operating systems. This includes a study of system boot sequences and minimum hardware requirements. Provides a study of diagnosing and troubleshooting common problems relating to PC operating systems. This includes understanding normal operation and symptoms relating to common problems. Provides a study of network capabilities of PC operating systems and how to connect to networks on the client side, including what the Internet is about, its capabilities, basic concepts relating to Internet access and generic procedures for system setup. The scope of this topic is only what is needed on the client side to connect to a network.
Prerequisites: CIS 106. Corequisites: None.
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Adv. Web Graphics Adobe Photo
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers the creation and editing of digital photographs and images using Adobe Photoshop. Topics covered include curves and adjustment layers, retouching techniques, color correction, color balancing, element replacement and restoration, typography and interpolation, and advanced techniques and special effects.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Adv. Web Graphics Multimedia
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers advanced web graphics techniques, and multimedia for the web including sound, music, and digital video using Adobe Premiere. Topics covered include digital video editing, basic editing, adding audio, applying video and audio effects, morphing tools, and advanced topics.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Adv. Web Graphics Adobe Direct
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers advanced web graphics techniques, and multimedia for the web including sound, music, and digital video using Adobe Director. Topics include digital video editing, basic editing, adding audio, applying video and audio effects, morphing tools and advanced topics.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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Adv Web Graphics Adobe Flash
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers additional techniques used in the creation and manipulation of vector images and animation using Adobe Flash. Topics covered include (but not limited to) Advanced Animation Techniques, ActionScript Fundamentals, Advanced ActionScript Techniques, Third Party Languages, Optimizing and Publishing Flash movies.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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WEB SERVER ADMINISTRATION
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course covers Web Server Administration techniques. Topics include web server installation, web server configuration, web server access control, web server database management, web server security, and related topics. Tools used include Microsoft IIS Server, Microsoft SQL Server, and/or Apache Server.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENT MS WIN PROFESSIONAL
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides the ability to implement, administrator, and troubleshoot Windows Professional as a desktop operating system in any network environment.
Prerequisites: CIS 1140, CIS 140. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENTING MS WINDOWS SERVER
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides the ability to implement, administrator, and troubleshoot Windows 2000 Server as a member server of a domain in an active directory.
Prerequisites: CIS 1140, CIS 2149. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENT MS WIN NET DIR SVC
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary for new-to-product support professionals who will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure that uses the Microsoft Windows server family of products.
Prerequisites: CIS 2150, CIS 2152. Corequisites: None.
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IMPLEMENT MS WIN2000 NET DIR
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administer the Microsoft Windows Active Directory service. The course also focuses on implementing Group Policy and understanding the Group Policy tasks required to centrally manage users and computers.
Prerequisites: CIS 2153. Corequisites: None.
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INTERNET BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Internet Business Fundamentals teaches students how to access the Internet and the World Wide Web using a Web Brower as a general-purpose Internet application. Students will learn to use the Internet for e-mail, the World Wide Web, news-groups, Instant Messaging, File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Telnet. Student will gain experience using and configuring both Netscape Navigator and Microsoft Internet Explorer to access rich multimedia data and objects as well as Java, Shockwave, and Active X content. A variety of Web-based search engines will be used to conduct advanced searches and learn the basics of project leadership, security, and e-business solutions. Students will also learn about business on the Internet, and how business research can help gain market intelligence. Topics include overview of the Internet, browsing the World Wide Web, electronic mail (E-Mail), using file transfer, TELNET, and Instant Messaging. search engines, searching to gain market intelligence, Internet technology, advanced Web concepts and browser customization, security and the Web, advanced search techniques, accessing business resources on the Internet, objects, plug-Ins, and viewers, and electronic commerce fundamentals
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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HTML FUNDAMENTALS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
HTML Fundamentals is designed to teach basic through intermediate concepts in Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) authoring, including forms, complex table design, graphic elements, and client-side image maps. Students will design inter-linking pages that incorporate, design, graphic elements, and client-side image maps. Students will design inter-linking pages that incorporate, in practical applications, a wide range of HTML tags and attributes. Topics include introduction to HTML, creating HTML pages, incorporating graphical elements, create hyperlinks, create HTML tables, create HTML forms, and image maps
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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XHTML Fundamentals
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
XHTML Fundamentals is designed to teach basic through intermediate concepts in Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) authoring, including forms, complex table design, graphic elements, and client-side image maps. Students will design inter-linking pages that incorporate, design, graphic elements, and client-side image maps. Students will design inter-linking pages that incorporate, in practical applications, a wide range of HTML tags and attributes. Student will allow learn how to use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), XML, and XHTML. All HTML, CSS, XHTML, and XML development will follow the current standards set by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). Topics include introduction to HTML, CSS, XHTML, and XML, creating pages using HTML, CSS, XHTML, and XML, incorporating graphical elements, create hyperlinks, create HTML tables, create HTML forms, and image maps.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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ADVANCED MICROSOFT WORD
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides the fundamental, intermediate and advanced instruction in Microsoft Word competencies to provide user with the skills necessary to obtain the expert user certification. Topics include all skill areas as defined by Microsoft Office User Specialist Expert exam objectives and additional information in workgroup editing and advanced features such as macros, mailmerge, HTML creation, and tables
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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WEB SITE DESIGN TOOLS
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Web Site Design Tools teaches an understanding of how to create and manage impressive s using the sizeable amounts of new technology available on the Web. Students will learn to create web sites using various web tools such as (but not limited to) Microsoft FrontPage, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Adobe GoLive, HXTML. XML, Dynamic HTML, and various multimedia and CSS standards. Topics include compare and contrast different web site design tools, design web pages using FrontPage, NetObjects, and Image Composer web site design tools, develop basic layout skills, create shared borders, tables, hyperlinks, and forms, utilize advanced image techniques, connect a web site to a database, publish and manage a web site
Prerequisites: CIS 2201, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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WEB GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Web Graphics and Multimedia teaches the use of powerful tools for modeling scanned images and illustrations into creative artwork. In this course, students will learn techniques for quickly creating attractive textures for backgrounds, com-positing images seamlessly, simulating surface reflections and shadows, and creating effects with type. Advanced tools will be used for selecting parts of images, moving, duplicating, and resizing images. Students will utilize painting tools to manipulate images, and will perform adjustments to contrast and color balance.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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ADVANCED SPREADSHEET
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides a study of spreadsheets. Topics include: advanced spreadsheet concepts, development of macros, data integration concepts, troubleshooting spreadsheets.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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ADVANCED DATABASE
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides a study of databases. Topics include: advanced database management concepts, development of macros, data integration concepts, development of user interfaces, relational database concepts, troubleshooting databases.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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DESIGN METHODOLOGY
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Design Methodology teaches students how to design and manage Web sites using design development life cycle. Students will also implement the latest strategies to develop third generation Web site, evaluate design tools, discuss future technology standards, and explore the incompatibility issues surrounding current browsers. The course focuses on theory, design and Web construction, along with information architecture concepts, Web project management, and scenario development and performance evaluations. Students will gain an understanding of layout techniques, typography, color theory, proper use of white space, accessibility and usability issues and standards. The student may use a web site development tool (such as Microsoft FrontPage or Macromedia Dreamweaver), a scripting language (such as JavaScript, Perl, PHP) and/or a web programming language (such as Microsoft VB, Microsoft C#, or Sun Java) for web page development within this course. However, the main focus of this course is on the actual design process used to develop the web site itself. Topics include overview of the Web Site Design Process, web site project team, layout and accessibility design techniques, and web site project.
Prerequisites: CIS 2201, CIS 2211, CIS 2221. Corequisites: None.
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JAVASCRIPT FUNDAMENTALS
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
JavaScript Fundamentals teaches developers how to use the features of the JavaScript language. Students learn how to write JavaScript programs that can be plugged into Web pages or customized, and examine advanced issues such as debugging techniques and JavaScript security. Topics include introduction to JavaScript, working with variables and data, functions, methods, and events, developing interactive forms, controlling program flow, JavaScript object model, JavaScript Language objects, cookies and JavaScript security, controlling frames in JavaScript, client-side JavaScript, and custom JavaScript options
Prerequisites: CIS 105, CIS 2201, CIS 2202. Corequisites: None.
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FUND CGI USING PERL
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Teaches the fundamentals of CGI Programming using PERL and server-Side Scripting and how to use Common Gateway Interface (CGI) PERL programs and scripts on a Web server. Students will learn how to write print-to-screen scripts, customize Web page hit counters, create and use business forms that interface with text files, manipulate data in a database, work with a relations database via Open Database Connectivity (ODBC), and explore Web server security issues related to CGI. A survey of other products such as Microsoft Active Server Pages, Netscape LiveWire, and Cold Fusion by Allaire will be discussed. Security issues using server-side scripting will also be studied, and students will learn how to add security elements to their scripts.
Prerequisites: CIS 2201. Corequisites: None.
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DATABASE CONNECTIVITY
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Database Connectivity teaches students how to manipulate data in a database using the Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) model. Students will learn to retrieve, update, and display database information with a web application. Database access may be accomplished using a web programming language (such as ColdFusion, PHP, Microsoft VB, Microsoft C#, or Sun Java). Topics include manipulate data in a database, work with a relational database via Open Database Connectivity (ODBC), working with different database systems, develop forms and applications to interact with a database server(s), modifying data in a database, and controls and validation.
Prerequisites: CIS 2191, CIS 2201. Corequisites: None.
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NETWORK SECURITY
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Network Security introduces students to network security, firewalls, Microsoft Windows network security, UNIX and TCP/IP network security, security auditing, attacks, and threat analysis. Topics include: elements of security, TCP/IP, operating system security. router security, firewalls, security basics, user and group security, file system security, securing the registry, account security, security auditing fundamentals, and additional security measures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO LAN/WAN (Cisco-Sem 1)
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging network technology. Topics include safety, networking, network terminology and protocols, network standards, local-area networks (LANs), wide-area networks (WANs), Open System Interconnection (OSI) models, cabling, cabling tools, routers, router programming, Ethernet, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, and network standards. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication, and social-studies concepts to solve networking problems. In addition, instruction and training are provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software, tools, and equipment and all local, state, and federal safety, building and environmental codes and regulations.
Prerequisites: SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO. TO WANs & ROUTING
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Provides instruction on performing basic router configuration and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: CIS 2321. Corequisites: None.
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BUILDING SCALABLE CISCO NET
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course focuses on advanced routing and using Cisco routers connected in local-area networks (LANs) and wide-area networks (WANs) typically found at medium to large network sites. Upon completion of this training course, the student will be able to select and implement the appropriate Cisco IOS services required to build a scalable routed network. This curriculum prepares the student for the BSCN exam one of four for the CCNP Certification.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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BUILD CISCO REMOTE ACCESS NET
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Focuses on how to use one or more of the available WAN permanent or dialup technologies to connect company sites. Students will be able to connect, configure, and troubleshoot the various elements of a remote network in a WAN environment. This course prepares students for the BCRAN exam one of four for the CCNP Certification.
Prerequisites: CIS 2501. Corequisites: None.
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BUILD CISCO SWITCH NETWORKS
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Focuses on how to build and manage high-speed Ethernet networks. Also introduces the emerging Multilayer Switching technology and describes how it enhances performance and scalability in campus networks. Finally, the course explores how to manage traffic traversing the network. The student will be able to connect, configure, and troubleshoot the various elements of a campus network in an Ethernet environment. This curriculum prepares the student for the BCMSN exam one of four for the CCNP Certification.
Prerequisites: CIS 2502. Corequisites: None.
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CISCO INTERNET WORKING TROUBLE
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Focuses on troubleshooting network problems. Upon completion of this training course, the student should be better able to analyze and resolve problems. This curriculum prepares the student for the CIT exam one of four for the CCNP Certification.
Prerequisites: CIS 2503. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO JAVA PROGRAMMING
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Course designed to teach the basic concepts and methods of objected-oriented design and Java programming. Use practical problems to illustrate Java application building techniques and concepts. Develop an understanding of Java vocabulary. Create an understanding of where Java fits in the application development landscape. Create an understanding of the Java Development Kit and how to develop, debug, and run Java applications using the JDK and Notepad as an editor. Continue to develop student?s programming logic skills. Topics include: understand object oriented design terminology and impact on JAVA development, creation of simple JAVA programs using JDK and Notepad, ability to use JAVA data types, define JAVA variables, ability to develop programs using control structures, ability to create output for JAVA programs, ability to create new JAVA classes, ability to import JAVA classes, ability to debug basic JAVA programs, and ability to use the JAVA AWT toolkit
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO LINUX/UNIX
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces the Linux/UNIX operating system skills necessary to perform entry-level user functions. Topics include: history of Linux/UNIX, login and logout, the user environment, user password change, the file system, hierarchy tree, editors, file system commands as they relate to navigating the file system tree, Linux/UNIX manual help pages, using the Linux/UNIX graphical desktop, and command options. In addition, the student must be able to perform directory and file displaying, creation, deletion, redirection, copying, moving, linking files, wildcards, determining present working directory and changing directory locations.
Prerequisites: CIS 106, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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LINUX/UNIX ADMINISTRATION
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Covers Linux/UNIX operating system administration skills necessary to perform administrative functions. Topics include: installing Linux/UNIX, configuring and building a custom kernel, adding and removing software packages, managing run levels, managing users and groups, implementing security permissions, introduction to shell programming, managing and fixing the file system, managing memory and swap space, managing and scheduling jobs, managing system logs, understanding the boot process, system configuration files, file backup and restore, file compression, fault tolerance, and printing.
Prerequisites: CIS 1140, CIS 140, CIS 5140. Corequisites: None.
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LINUX/UNIX ADV ADMINISTRATION
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Covers Linux/UNIX operating system advanced administration skills necessary to perform advanced administrative functions. Topics include: understanding Linux/UNIX networking, managing network printing, configuring and troubleshooting TCP/IP on Linux/UNIX, configuring DHCP, DNS, a Web server, an FTP server, an E-mail server, and understanding NIS (yp) and NFS. Also, includes the following: understanding advanced security issues such as firewalls and NAT, using network commands, use of graphical system such as X Windows, sharing files and printers, and advanced shell programming.
Prerequisites: CIS 2555. Corequisites: None.
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LINUX/UNIX SHELL SCRIPT PROG
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Covers Linux/UNIX shell programming techniques necessary for Linux/UNIX System Administrators to understand and create shell script programs in a Linux/UNIX environment Topics include: shell variables, running shell script program, conditional processing, looping structures, arrays, functions, arithmetic operators, logical operators such as AND, OR, and NOT, positional parameters and process variables, redirection, piping and standard error, use of backslash, quotes and back quotes.
Prerequisites: CIS 2555. Corequisites: None.
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ADV ROUTERS & SWITCHES-CISCO 3
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Introduces LAN design, LAN switching and switch segmentation, advanced routing, and multiple protocols. Topics include: a review of semesters I and II, local area network (LAN) switching, virtual local area networks (VLANS), local area network (LAN) design, interior gateway routing protocols (IGRP), access control lists, and Novell IPX.
Prerequisites: CIS 2322. Corequisites: None.
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WAN DESIGN (Cisco-Sem4)
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Emphasizes WAN design utilizing point-to-point protocol (PPP), integrated services digital network (ISDN), and frame relay. Topics include: a review of semesters I II and III, wide area network, wide area network design, point-to-point protocol, integrated services digital network (ISDN), and frame relay.
Prerequisites: CIS 276. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO CLINICAL LAB
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces students to the terms, concepts, procedures, and equipment used in a professional medical laboratory. Topics include: professional ethics and regulatory agencies; basic laboratory safety, equipment, and techniques; phlebotomy/specimen processing; quality control concepts; process improvement; documentation; Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), and point of care testing. Practical experience in phlebotomy will be provided in the institution laboratory and/or the clinical setting.
Prerequisites: ENG 098, RDG 098. Corequisites: None.
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URINALYSIS/BODY FLUIDS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides theory and techniques required to conduct tests on urine and various body fluids. Theory and tests are related to disease states and diagnosis. Topics include: theory of urinalysis; physical, chemical, and microscopic urinalysis; urinalysis and disease state correlation; Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA); special urinalysis and related testing; body fluids tests; and safety and quality control.
Prerequisites: BIO 193, BIO 194, CLT 101, MLT 101. Corequisites: None.
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HEMATOLOGY/COAGULATION
(8 credit/12 contact hours)
Introduces the fundamental formation, function, and degradation of blood cells. Topics include: reticuloendothelial system and blood cell formation, complete blood count and differential, other related blood tests, correlation of test results to disease states, coagulation and fibrinolysis, instrumentation for hematology and coagulation, critical values and blood cell dycrasias, safety, quality control, HIPAA, and process improvement.
Prerequisites: BIO 193, BIO 194, CLT 101, MLT 101. Corequisites: None.
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SEROLOGY/IMMUNOLOGY
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the fundamental theory and techniques applicable to serology and immunology practice in the medical laboratory. Topics include: immune system, antigen and antibody reactions, immunological diseases, common serological techniques, safety and quality control, process improvement, and the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Prerequisites: BIO 193, BIO 194, BIO 2113, BIO 2114, CLT 101, MLT 101. Corequisites: None.
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IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides an in-depth study of immunohematology principles and practices as applicable to medical laboratory technology. Topics include: genetic theory and clinical applications, immunology, donor unit collection, pre-transfusion testing, management of disease states and transfusion reactions, safety, regulatory agencies, documentation and computer usage/quality control, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), and process improvement.
Prerequisites: CLT 105, MLT 105. Corequisites: None.
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CLINICAL CHEMISTRY
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Develops concepts and techniques of clinical chemistry applicable to medical laboratory technology. Topics include: carbohydrates, electrolytes and acid-base balance, nitrogenous compounds, enzymes and endocrinology, liver functions, lipids, toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring, safety, regulatory agencies and laws, documentation and computer usage, HIPAA, quality control, correlation of disease states, process improvement (team approach), and critical thinking skills.
Prerequisites: CHM 1111, CHM 191. Corequisites: None.
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MICROBIOLOGY
(8 credit/12 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental microbiology and parasitology theory and techniques applicable to disease state identification. Topics include: microbiology fundamentals; basic techniques; clinical microbiology; anti-microbial sensitivity; safety, regulatory agencies and regulatory laws, HIPAA, computer documentation and usage, quality control; parasitology; mycology, mycobacteriology, and virology; correlation of disease states; and process improvement.
Prerequisites: BIO 193, BIO 194. Corequisites: None.
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CLIN PHLEB, URIN & SERO PRACTU
(4 credit/12 contact hours)
Provides students with an opportunity for in-depth application and reinforcement of principles and techniques in a medical laboratory job setting. This clinical practicum allows the student to become involved in a work situation at a professional level of technical application and requires concentration, practice, and follow through. Topics include: basic and specialized urinalysis tests, serological tests and techniques, blood and specimen processing, correlation of test results to disease states, safety, regulatory agencies and regulatory laws, computer usage and documentation, HIPAA, quality control, and quality assurance. The clinical practicum is implemented through the use of written training plans, written performance evaluation, and coordinated supervision.
Prerequisites: CLT 101, CLT 103, CLT 105, MLT 101, MLT 103, MLT 105. Corequisites: None.
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CLIN IMMUNOGEMATOLOGY
(6 credit/20 contact hours)
Provides students with an opportunity for in-depth application and reinforcement of immunohematology principles and techniques in a medical laboratory job setting. This clinical practicum allows the student to become involved in a work situation at a professional level of technical application and requires concentration, practice, and follow through. Topics include: specimen processing; slide and tube immunological techniques; criteria for special techniques; component and therapy practices; management of disease states; transfusion complications; safety; documentation/computer usage/quality control; and process improvement. The clinical practicum is implemented through the use of written training plans, written performance evaluation, and coordinated supervision.
Prerequisites: CLT 106, MLT 106. Corequisites: None.
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CLIN HEMATOLOGY/COAGULATION
(6 credit/20 contact hours)
Provides students with an opportunity for in-depth application and reinforcement of hematology/coagulation principles and techniques in a medical laboratory job setting. This clinical practicum allows the student to become involved in a work situation at a professional level of technical application and requires concentration, practice, and follow through. Topics include: complete blood count and differentials; other related blood tests; coagulation and fibrinolysis tests; correlation of test results to disease states and critical values; instrumentation; safety; documentation/quality control/computer usage/regulatory laws; and process improvement. The clinical practicum is implemented through the use of written training plans, written performance evaluation, and coordinated supervision.
Prerequisites: CLT 104, MLT 104. Corequisites: None.
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CLIN MICROBIOLOGY PRACTICUM
(6 credit/20 contact hours)
Provides students with an opportunity for in-depth application and reinforcement of principles and techniques in a medical laboratory job setting. This clinical practicum allows the student to become involved in a work situation at a professional level of technical application and requires concentration, practice, and follow through. Topics include: specimen inoculations; stains; culture work-ups; bacterial identification; anti-microbial sensitivity; media preparation; special areas; safety; documentation/quality control/computer usage/regulatory laws; and process improvement. The clinical practicum is implemented through the use of written training plans, written performance evaluation, and coordinated supervision.
Prerequisites: CLT 108, MLT 108. Corequisites: None.
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CLIN CHEMISTRY PRACTICUM
(6 credit/20 contact hours)
Provides students with an opportunity for in-depth application and reinforcement of chemistry principles and techniques in a medical laboratory job setting. This clinical practicum allows the student to become involved in a work situation at a professional level of technical application and requires concentration, practice, and follow through. Topics include: therapeutic drugs and toxicology; automated and manual chemistry; immunochemistry; special chemistry; safety; correlation of test results to disease states and critical values; instrumentation; documentation/quality control/computer usage/regulatory laws; and process improvement. The clinical practicum is implemented through the use of written training plans, written performance evaluation, and coordinated supervision.
Prerequisites: CLT 107, MLT 107. Corequisites: None.
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CLT CERTIFICATION REVIEW I
(1 credit/30 contact hours)
Provides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for the medical laboratory technician level. Topics include: Review of : professional ethics, regulatory agencies, safety, and fundamental techniques; Phlebotomy and specimen processing; Infection control; Quality control; Computers in the lab; Urinalysis/Body Fluids - theory, tests, correlation; Hematology - RE system, blood count, differential, correlation of test results to disease, instrumentation, coagulation, fibrinolysis, critical levels and blood cell dycrasias; Immunology/Serology - immune system, antigen-antibody reactions, diseases of immune system, serological techniques, genetic theory, correlation of results to disease.
Prerequisites: CLT 101, CLT 103, CLT 104, CLT 105, MLT 101, MLT 103, MLT 104, MLT 105. Corequisites: None.
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CLT CERTIFICATION REVIEW II
(1 credit/30 contact hours)
Provides a review of basic knowledge from previous courses and helps the student prepare for national certification examinations for the medical laboratory technician level. Topics include: review of: immunohematology - donor unit collection and storage; pretransfusion testing; transfusion reactions, and management of diseases; clinical chemistry - carbohydrates, electrolytes, acid-base balance, nitrogenous compounds, enzymes, endocrinology, liver functions, lipids, toxicology and drug monitoring; microbiology - fundamentals and basic techniques, identification of bacteria, anti-microbial sensitivity, disease correlation to organisms, parasitology, mycology, mycobacteriology, and virology.
Prerequisites: CLT 106, CLT 107, CLT 108, MLT 106, MLT 107, MLT 108. Corequisites: None.
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CONSTRUCTION DRAFTING I
(4 credit/7 contact hours)
Provides instruction in producing residential floor plans and elevations using computer-aided drafting and design (CAD) software. Topics include: system setup and system management, software menus and basic functions, prototype drawings, and two and three dimensional drafting and dimensioning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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RESIDENTIAL CODE REVIEW
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Covers building codes as they apply to typical residential applications. Topics include: International Residential Codes, working with building inspectors, permits and inspections, and site visits.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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COMPUTERIZED CONSTRUCT EST
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides a study of the use of spreadsheet and database software as applied to construction estimating. Topics include: producing an estimate using both item and work package take-off methods, copying or modifying an existing estimate, repricing an estimate, and printing reports. Use of up-to-date construction estimation software is emphasized in this course.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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COMPUTERIZED CONSTRUCT ACCT
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
A study of the use of software applications for construction accounting. Topics include: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, job cost, and payroll.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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COMPUTERIZED CONSTRC SCHEDUL
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the use of application software for scheduling construction work. The use of contemporary scheduling and management software is emphasized in the course. Topics include: software overview, scheduling methods and requirements, and computerized scheduling of a simulated construction job.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
An in-depth study of the contractual relationship between the parties involved in building construction contracting. Topics include: bonds, insurance, bidding, awarding, and subcontracting types and conditions.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CNA FUNDAMENTALS
(8 credit/11 contact hours)
Introduces the occupation of Certified Nurse Assistant. Emphasis is placed on human anatomy and physiology, cardiac pulmonary resuscitation, and nutrition and diet therapy. Topics include: role and responsibilities of the Certified Nurse Assistant; topography, structure, and function of body systems; legal and safety requirements in the patient care field; equipment use and care; and performance skills standards and procedures.
Prerequisites: AHS 101, AHS 1011, AHS 103, AHS 106, AHS 109. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO COSMETOLOGY THEORY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the fundamental theory and practices of the cosmetology profession. Emphasis will be placed on professional practices and safety. Topics include: state and local laws, rules, and regulations; professional image; bacteriology; decontamination and infection control; chemistry fundamentals; safety; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; and anatomy and physiology; and types of employment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO PERM WAVING & RELAXING
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the chemistry and chemical reactions of permanent wave solutions and relaxers. Topics include: permanent wave techniques, chemical relaxer techniques, chemistry, physical and chemical change, safety procedures, and permanent wave, chemical relaxer application procedures on manikins, hair analysis, and scalp analysis.
Prerequisites: COS 100. Corequisites: None.
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BASIC CREATIVE TREAT OF HAIR
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces the theory, procedures, and products used in the care and treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Topics include: basic corrective hair and scalp treatments, plain facial, products and supplies, diseases and disorders, and safety precautions.
Prerequisites: COS 100. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO SHAMPOOING & STYLING
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces the fundamental theory and skills required to shampoo and create shapings, pincurls, fingerwaves, roller placement, and combouts. Laboratory training includes styling training to total 20 hours on manikin and 25 hours on live models without compensation. Topics include: braiding/intertwining hair, shampoo chemistry, shampoo procedures, styling principles, pincurls, roller placement, fingerwaves, combout techniques, skipwaves, ridgecurls, and safety precautions.
Prerequisites: COS 100. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO HAIRCUTTING
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces the theory and skills necessary to apply haircutting techniques. Safe use of haircutting implements will be stressed. Topics include: haircutting terminology, safety, decontamination, precautions, cutting implements, and haircutting techniques.
Prerequisites: COS 100. Corequisites: None.
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ADVANCED HAIRCUTTING
(2 credit/5 contact hours)
Continues the theory and application of haircutting techniques. Topics include: client consultation, head, hair and body analysis, style cutting, haircutting techniques, and client consultations/head/hair/body analysis. Students will practice haircutting techniques, and safety precautions in the laboratory setting.
Prerequisites: COS 106. Corequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106.
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PERMANENT WAVING & RELAXING
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides instruction in the application of permanent waves and relaxers. Precautions and special problems involved in applying permanent waves and relaxers will be emphasized. Application of perms and relaxers on live models is included. Topics include: timed permanent wave, timed relaxer application, safety precautions, student safety and guidelines, and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance, chemistry of permanent waving/soft curl perming/chemical hair relaxing.
Prerequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106. Corequisites: None.
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HAIR COLOR
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
Presents the application of temporary, semi-permanent, deposit only, and permanent hair coloring and decolorization products. Topics include: basic color concepts, classifications of color, safety precautions, consultation, communication and record and release forms, product knowledge, special problems in hair color and corrective coloring, and Special Effects.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106, COS 108, MAT 100.
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SKIN, SCALP, AND HAIR
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides instruction on and application of techniques and theory in the treatment of the skin, scalp, and hair. Emphasis will be placed on work with live models. Topics include: implements, products and supplies, corrective hair and scalp treatments, facial procedures and manipulations, safety precautions, cosmetic chemistry/products and supplies, and treatment theory: electrotherapy, electricity and light therapy.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106, COS 108, COS 109.
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STYLING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Continues the theory and application of hairstyling and introduces thermal techniques. Topics include: blow dry styling, thermal curling, thermal pressing, thermal waving, advanced cutting and styling, safety precautions, and artificial hair and augmentation
Prerequisites: COS 100, COS 105, COS 106, COS 107. Corequisites: COS 100, COS 101, COS 103, COS 105, COS 106, COS 108, COS 109, COS 110.
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MANICURING & PEDICURING
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides manicuring and pedicuring experience on live models. Topics include: implements, products and supplies, hand and foot anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders, manicure techniques, pedicure techniques, nail product chemistry, safety precautions and practices, proper maintenance and equipment cleaning, and advanced nail techniques (wraps/tips/acrylics).
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: COS 100.
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COSMETOLOGY PRACTICUM I
(5 credit/13 contact hours)
Provides laboratory experiences necessary for the development of skill levels required to be a competent cosmetologist. The allocation of time to the various phases of cosmetology is prescribed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours required for licensure. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; Foiling; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/ pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: COS 114, EMP 100, ENG 101, MAT 100, SCT 100.
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COSMETOLOGY PRACTICUM II
(8 credit/16 contact hours)
Provides laboratory experiences necessary for the development of skill levels required to be a competent cosmetologist. The allocation of time to the various phases of cosmetology is prescribed by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology. This course includes a portion of the hours required for licensure. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; foiling; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; advanced styling and shaping; industry concepts; and surviving in the salon (transition from class to employment); applicable laws for licensed and unlicensed cosmetology professionals.
Prerequisites: COS 113. Corequisites: None.
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COSMETOLOGY PRACTICUM III
(5 credit/13 contact hours)
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The appropriate number of applications for completion of state board service credit requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatment; haircutting; styling; dispensary; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; and Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: COS 113, COS 114.
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COSMETOLOGY PRACTICUM IV
(5 credit/13 contact hours)
Provides experience necessary for professional development and completion of requirements for state licensure. Emphasis will be placed on the display of professional conduct and positive attitudes. The requirements for this course may be met in a laboratory setting. Topics include: permanent waving and relaxers; hair color and bleaching; skin, scalp, and hair treatments; haircutting; dispensary; styling; manicure/pedicure/advanced nail techniques; reception; safety precautions/decontamination; aseptic; Hazardous Duty Standards Act compliance; and state licensure preparation.
Prerequisites: COS 115. Corequisites: None.
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SALON MANAGMENT
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes the steps involved in opening and operating a privately owned cosmetology salon. Topics include: planning a salon, liability and insurance, business management, retailing, public relations, sales skills, career development, and client retention.
Prerequisites: COS 100. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Examines the emergence, progress, and problems of the criminal justice system in the United States. Topics include: the American Criminal Justice system; constitutional limitations; organization of enforcement, adjudication, and corrections; and career opportunities and requirements.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CORRECTIONS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an overview of all phases of the American correctional system and practices, including its history, procedures, and objectives. Topics include: history and evolution of correctional facilities; legal and administrative problems; institutional facilities and procedures; probation, parole, and prerelease programs; alternative sentencing; rehabilitation; community involvement; and staffing.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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PRINICPLES OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Examines the principles of organization and administration and the duties of local and state law enforcement agencies with emphasis on police departments. Topics include: history and philosophy of law enforcement, evaluation of administrative practices, problems in American law enforcement agencies, emerging concepts, professionalism, and community crime prevention programs.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURES
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces the substantive law of major crimes against persons and property. Attention is given to observation of courtroom trials. Topics include: laws of arrest and search and seizure; procedures governing arrest, trial, and administration of criminal sanctions; rules of evidence; general court procedures; rights and duties of officers and citizens; and Supreme Court rulings that apply to Criminal Justice /overview of Constitutional Law.
Prerequisites: CRJ 101. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO. TO PRIVATE SECURITY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an orientation to the development, philosophy, responsibility, and function of the private security industry. A historical and philosophical perspective of private security will help students better understand the present stage of private security, its principles, its legal authority and its effect on society in general. Topics include: private security: an overview; basic security goals, and responsibilities; when prevention fails: security systems at work: putting it all together, and challenges facing the security profession in the 1990's and beyond.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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COMPUTER SECURITY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides an orientation that contains a step-by-step approach to the investigation, seizure, and evaluation of computer evidence. Topics include: computer-related evidence, crime scene investigation, evidence evaluation and analysis, passwords and encryption, networks, and investigative computer systems. The second part of this course provides an orientation that focuses on corporate fraud as it relates to computerized accounting systems and its technology, the various types of corporate computer fraud and simple audit techniques that can assist in investigating and detecting fraud. Topics include: history and evolution of fraud, mindset: step one in fraud auditing, corporate fraud in the current environment, corporate fraud investigation in the electronic data processing era, defenses against corporate fraud, theft and embezzlement, and auditing for inventory shortage.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES FOR LAW
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Designed to aid law enforcement officers to better understand and communicate with members of other cultures with whom they come in contact in the line of duty. Topics include: defining and applying terms related to intercultural attitudes, role-play activities related to intercultural understanding, developing interpersonal/intercultural communication competence, and development of personal intercultural growth plan.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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POLICE ADMINISTRATION
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Explores the managerial aspects of effective and efficient police administration. Emphasis is directed towards increasing organizational skills and overcoming interdepartmental and inter-agency non-communication. Topics include: environmental management, human resources, and organizational concerns.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Presents the fundamental principles of criminal investigation. Emphasis is placed on legal requirements stated in Georgia Criminal Law, definition of felony crimes stated in the Georgia Code and fundamentals of: investigative procedures, crime scene searches, identification and collection of evidence, note-taking and report writing, surveillance, identification of witnesses and suspects, interviews and interrogation, and preparation and presentation of evidence in court. Topics include: Georgia criminal law, common investigative techniques, and procedures used for investigating various crimes.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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COMMUNITY POLICING
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course presents students with practical exercises dealing with investigations and gathering of evidence. Emphasis is placed on crime scene search, fingerprinting, cast molding, and practical exercises. Topics include: crime scene management, specialized investigation techniques, and homocide and suicide investigation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CRIMINAL LAW
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course emphasizes the historical development of criminal law in the United States and the current status of Georgia criminal law. The main focus of the course will be the statutory contents of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A), with primary emphasis on the criminal and traffic codes.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INCIDENT AND REPORT WRITING
(1 credit/1 contact hours)
Provides skills training in the critical area of report writing as it pertains to the front line security officer. In this course, students will learn why accurate reports are necessary, how to write basic reports and how to communicate those reports. Students will be introduced to the Georgia Private and Security Detective and Security Agencies Act Rules and Regulations.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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HOSPITAL SECURITY
(4 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides an overview of the safety and security issues relating to the modern medical facility. Topics include: hospital environment, security operations, special operations and concerns, workplace violence, CPR/First Aid training, alcohol and drugs, infant abduction and basic firearms safety. Students will be introduced to OHSA regulations and blood borne pathogens training.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes those provisions of the Bill of Rights which pertain to criminal justice. Topics include: characteristics and powers of the three branches of government, principles governing the operation of the Constitution, and Bill of Rights and the Constitutional Amendments.
Prerequisites: CRJ 101. Corequisites: None.
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CRIMINOLOGY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the nature, extent, and factors related to criminal behavior, and the etiology of criminal offenses and offenders. Topics include: scope and varieties of crime; sociological, psychological, and biological causes of crime; criminal subculture and society's reaction; prevention of criminal behavior; behavior of criminals in penal and correctional institutions; and problems of rehabilitating the convicted criminal.
Prerequisites: CRJ 104, CRJ 104A, CRJ 104B. Corequisites: None.
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JUVENILE JUSTICE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Analyzes the nature, extent, and causes of juvenile delinquency, and examines processes in the field of juvenile justice. Topics include: survey of juvenile law, comparative analysis of adult and juvenile justice systems, and prevention and treatment of juvenile delinquency.
Prerequisites: CRJ 101. Corequisites: None.
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PRACTICUM/INTERNSHIP
(5 credit/15 contact hours)
Provides experiences necessary for further professional development and exposure to related agencies in the law enforcement field. The student will either pursue a study project directed by the instructor within the institution, or an internship in a related agency supervised by the instructor subject to the availability of an approved site. Topics include: observation and/or participation in law enforcement activities, law enforcement theory applications, and independent study project.
Prerequisites: CRJ 101, CRJ 103, CRJ 104, CRJ 105, CRJ 202, CRJ 206, CRJ 207, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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ETHICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course provides an exploration of the field of criminal justice ethics, which broadly encompasses the history of justice and theories of morality and ethics. It includes the study of ethics from both the individual perspective and the organizational standpoint. Special attention will be given to concrete ethical issues and dilemmas which are encountered regularly by participants in the major components of the criminal justice system. Four areas of ethical decision making opportunities are therefore studied in this course, including: law enforcement ethics; correctional ethics; legal profession ethics; and policymaking ethics.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CAR AUDIO INSTALLATION
(6 credit/8 contact hours)
This course will develop the ability to design and install car audio stereo systems. The topics covered include: head units, equalizers, crossovers, amplifiers, impedance matching, speakers, speaker enclosures, wiring, and grounding.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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ACCESS TO COMMUNITY LIVING I
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This is the first of two courses (each accompanied by a practicum) designed to provide people working in direct support roles with the knowledge and tools that will enable their support of people with disabilities within a context that is inclusive, community-based and person centered. Topics include: core values driving community supports, distinct roles of direct support, the MG&A systematic instruction procedures; discovery vs. testing and evaluation; the 5 accomplishments; accessing the resources of the community; representing and assisting person with disabilities in community contexts; professional/family relationships; understanding and utilizing social capital to strengthen community participation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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FACILITATING ACCESS TO COMMUNI
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This is the second of two courses designed to provide people working in direct support roles with the knowledge and tools that will enable their support of people with disabilities within a context that is inclusive, community-based and person centered. It is accompanied by DCP 114, a mandatory practicum. Topics include: Positive behavior supports, systematic instruction in community/work places; responsibilities within direct support role regarding rights of individuals receiving services; legal implications for violating rights; recognizing abuse and reporting requirements; recognizing nutritional and emotional health and resources for physical supports; basic life and health supports and dangers associated with common safety and sanitation issues; appropriate medical practices relating to an individual; appropriate work habits and dealing with stress; organizational structures of learning organizations and the purpose and function of community services.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DIRECT SUPPORT PRACTICUM I
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
This practicum accompanies "Facilitating Access to Community Living, DCP 110" involving people working in direct support roles with people with disabilities, in a context that is inclusive, community-based and person centered. Topics include: training practice, demonstrating strategies for using discovery process techniques, identifying/quantifying individual accomplishments, assisting in individual planning processes, preparing resource maps for guiding action plans, providing appropriate representation for persons with disabilities, and identifying community human support systems.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DIRECT SUPPORT PRACTICUM II
(3 credit/9 contact hours)
This practice is designed to accompany DCP 111, providing guided experience in supporting persons with disabilities in community environments in a manner that is inclusive, community-based and person centered. Topics include: practice using positive behavior supports and teaching strategies in community settings, demonstrating basic knowledge of health and other personal wellness practices, and practice/participation in developing organizational structure that facilitates the effectiveness of direct support staff.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DRAFTING FUNDAMENTAL
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental concepts and operations necessary to utilize microcomputers for developing fundamental drafting techniques. Emphasis is placed on the basic concepts, terminology, and techniques necessary for CAD applications. Topics include: history of drafting, safety practices, geometric terms/media sizes, hardware and software care and use, basic entities, CAD commands, line relationships, basic CAD applications, and geometric construction.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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INTRODUCTION TO DRAFTING
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Emphasizes the development of fundamental drafting techniques. Topics include: safety practices, terminology, care and use of drafting equipment, lettering, line relationships, and geometric construction.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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SIZE AND SHAPE DESCRIPTION I
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides multiview and dimensioning techniques necessary to develop views that completely describe machine parts for manufacture. Topics include: multiview drawing, basic dimensioning practices, tolerances and fits, sketching, and precision measurement.
Prerequisites: DDF 100, DDF 101. Corequisites: None.
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SIZE AND SHAPE DESCRIPTION II
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Continues dimensioning skill development and introduces sectional views. Topics include: advanced dimensioning practices and section views.
Prerequisites: DDF 102. Corequisites: None.
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AUXILIARY VIEWS
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces techniques necessary for auxiliary view drawings. Topics include: primary auxiliary views and secondary auxiliary views.
Prerequisites: DDF 102. Corequisites: None.
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FASTENERS
(6 credit/9 contact hours)
Provides knowledge and skills necessary to draw and specify fasteners. Topics include: utilization of technical reference sources, types of threads, representation of threads, specifying threads, fasteners, and welding symbols.
Prerequisites: DDF 102. Corequisites: None.
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CAD FUNDAMENTALS
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces basic concepts, terminology, and techniques necessary for CAD applications. Topics include: terminology, CAD commands, basic entities, and basic CAD applications.
Prerequisites: DDF 100, DDF 101. Corequisites: None.
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INTERSECTIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces the graphic description of objects represented by the intersection of geometric components. Topics include: surface development, establishment of true length, and intersection of surfaces.
Prerequisites: DDF 102, MAT 104. Corequisites: None.
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ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS I
(5 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides knowledge and skills necessary to make working drawings. Topics include: detail drawings, orthographic assembly drawings, pictorial assembly drawings, and utilization of technical reference source.
Prerequisites: DDF 106. Corequisites: None.
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INTERMEDIATE CAD
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Continues developing CAD utilization skills in discipline-specific applications. Topics include: intermediate CAD commands, entity management, advanced line construction, block construction and management, command reference customization, advanced entity manipulation, and system variables.
Prerequisites: DDF 100, DDF 101, DDF 107. Corequisites: None.
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3-D DRAWING AND MODELING
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Continues developing CAD utilization skills in discipline-specific applications. Topics include: advanced CAD commands, CAD applications, macro utilization, application utilization, 3D modeling, rendering, advanced application utilization, and pictorial drawings.
Prerequisites: DDF 111. Corequisites: None.
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DRAFTING INTERNSHIP
(4 credit/12 contact hours)
Introduces students to the application and reinforcement of drafting and employability principles in an actual job setting. This internship acquaints the student with realistic work situations and provides insights into a drafting job. Topics include: appropriate work habits, acceptable job performance, application of drafting/CAD knowledge and skills, interpersonal relations, and development of productivity.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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ARCHITECTURAL FUNDAMENTALS
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Introduces architectural fundamental principles and practices associated with architectural styles and drawing. Residential and commercial drawing practices are covered. Topics include: specifications and materials; architectural styles; construction methods; construction drawing practices, dimensioning and scales.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides a non-calculus based overview of the behavior of materials when subjected to different loadings and restraints and the prediction of materials behavior in different situations. Topics include: concepts of stress, concepts of strain, tension, moments of inertia, and beam bending.
Prerequisites: DDF 102, ENG 101, MAT 104. Corequisites: None.
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ADVANCED CAD
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Continues development of CAD utilization skills in discipline specific applications. Topics include: DOS usage, advanced CAD commands, CAD applications, macro utilization, and application utilization.
Prerequisites: DDF 107, DDF 111. Corequisites: None.
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SURVEYING I
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental plane surveying concepts, instruments, and techniques. Topics include: linear measurements; instrument use; and angles, bearings, and directions.
Prerequisites: DDF 102, DDF 107. Corequisites: None.
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ESTIMATING
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the essential skills necessary for assessing the expected materials, labor requirements and costs for given structures or products. Topics include: blue print reading, material take-offs, price extension and utilization of reference sources.
Prerequisites: DDF 102. Corequisites: None.
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RESIDENTIAL ARCH. DRAWING I
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces architectural drawing skills necessary to produce a complete set of construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: footing, foundation, and floor plans; interior and exterior elevations; sections and details; window, door, and finish schedules; site plans; and specifications.
Prerequisites: DDF 100, DDF 107, DDF 112, ENG 101, ENG 111, MAT 104. Corequisites: None.
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MECH SYSTEMS FOR ARCHIT. DRAW.
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
Reinforces technical knowledge and skills required to develop accurate mechanical and electrical plans. Topics include: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning calculations and plans; electrical calculations and plans; and plumbing calculations and plans.
Prerequisites: DDS 205. Corequisites: None.
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RESIDENTIAL ARCH. DRAWINGS II
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Continues in-depth architectural drawing practice and develops architectural design skills. Plans are designed to meet applicable codes. Topics include: footing, foundation, and floor plans; interior and exterior elevations; sections and details; window, door, and finish schedules; site plans; specifications; and mechanical and electrical systems.
Prerequisites: DDS 205. Corequisites: None.
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COMMERCIAL ARCHITECT DRAWING
(6 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces commercial drawing skills necessary to produce construction drawings given floor plan information. Topics include: structural steel detailing, reflected ceiling plans, rebar detailing, and commercial construction drawings.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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ROUTE LOCATION & DESIGN
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Provides the fundamentals of proper highway design. Students have opportunities to participate in actual field stakeout, measurement, and solution of design problems given specific parameters. Topics include: land transportation systems; ground and aerial route survey methods; circular, compound, reverse, and parabolic curves and spirals; highway design safety and limitations; intersections and interchanges; plot and field stakeout; and topographic planning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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BASIC HUMAN BIOLOGY
(3 credit/3 contact hours)
Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on organ systems. Topics include: medical terminology as it relates to the normal human body; and normal structure and function of the human body - cells and tissues, organs and systems, and homeostatic mechanisms.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, ENG 101, MAT 100, MAT 101, MAT 1012, PSY 101, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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BASIC HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on organ systems. Topics include: medical terminology as it relates to the normal human body; and normal structure and function of the human body ? cells and tissues, organs and systems, and homeostatic mechanisms.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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HEAD & NECK ANATOMY
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Focuses on normal head and neck anatomy. Topics include: osteology of the skull, muscles of mastication and facial expression, temporal mandibular joint, blood lymphatic and nerve supply of the head, and salivary glands and related structures.
Prerequisites: DEN 106. Corequisites: None.
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HEAD & NECK ANATOMY
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Focuses on normal head and neck anatomy. Topics include: osteology of the skull; muscles of mastication and facial expression; temporal mandibular joint; blood lymphatic nerve supply of the head; and salivary glands and related structures.
Prerequisites: DEN 106, DEN 1060. Corequisites: None.
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PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Provides theory and clinical experience in the area of preventive and public health dentistry. Topics include: etiology of dental disease, patient education techniques, plaque control techniques, types and use of fluoride, diet analysis for caries control, and dietary considerations for the dental patient.
Prerequisites: DEN 102, DEN 134. Corequisites: None.
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PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides students with theory and clinical experience in the area of preventive and public health dentistry. Topics include: etiology of dental disease; patient education techniques; plaque control techniques; types and use of fluoride; diet analysis for caries control; and dietary considerations for the dental patient.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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MICROBIOL & INFECTION CONTROL
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental microbiology and infection control techniques. Topics include: classification, structure, and behavior of pathogenic microbes; mode of disease transmission; body's defense and immunity; infectious diseases; and infection control procedures in accordance with CDC recommendations and OSHA guidelines.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, ENG 101, ENG 1010, ENG 1101, ENG 191, MAT 100, MAT 101, MAT 1012, MAT 1111, MAT 191, PSY 101, PSY 1010, PSY 1101, PSY 191, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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MICROBIOLOGY & INFEC. CONTROL
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces fundamental microbiology and infection control techniques. Topics include: classification, structure, and behavior of pathogenic microbes; mode of disease transmission; body?s defense and immunity; infectious diseases; and infection control procedures in accordance with CDC recommendations and OSHA guidelines.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, ENG 101, ENG 1010, MAT 100, MAT 101, MAT 1012, PSY 101, PSY 1010, PSY 1101, PSY 191, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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ORAL ANATOMY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on the development and functions of oral anatomy. Topics include: dental anatomy, oral histology, and oral embryology.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, ENG 101, ENG 1010, ENG 191, MAT 100, MAT 101, MAT 1012, MAT 191, PSY 101, PSY 1010, PSY 191, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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ORAL ANATOMY
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on the development and functions of oral anatomy. Topics include: dental anatomy; oral histology; and oral embryology.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, ENG 101, ENG 1010, MAT 100, MAT 101, MAT 1012, PSY 101, PSY 1010, PSY 1101, PSY 191, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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ORAL PATHOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(4 credit/4 contact hours)
Focuses on the diseases affecting the oral cavity and pharmacology as it relates to dentistry. Topics include: identification and disease process, signs/symptoms of oral diseases and systemic diseases with oral manifestations, developmental abnormalities of oral tissues, basic principles of pharmacology, drugs prescribed by the dental profession, drugs that may contraindicate treatment, and applied pharmacology (regulations, dosage, and application).
Prerequisites: AHS 101, AHS 109, DEN 101, DEN 103, DEN 106, DEN 135. Corequisites: None.
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ORAL PATHOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(3 credit/3 contact hours)
Focuses on the diseases affecting the oral cavity and pharmacology as it relates to dentistry. Topics include: identification and disease process; signs/symptoms of oral diseases and systemic diseases with oral manifestations; developmental abnormalities of oral tissues; basic principle of pharmacology; drugs prescribed by the dental profession; drugs that may contraindicate treatment; and applied pharmacology (regulations, dosage, and applications.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DA - NATL BOARD EXAM PREP
(3 credit/3 contact hours)
Reviews information concerning all didactic areas tested by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Topics include: collecting and recording clinical data, dental radiography, chairside dental procedures, prevention of disease transmission, patient education and oral health management, office management procedures, and test taking skills.
Prerequisites: DEN 136, DEN 139, DEN 146. Corequisites: None.
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DNTL ASST. NAT. BD. EXAM PREP
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Reviews information concerning all didactic areas tested by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Topics include: collecting and recording clinical data; dental radiography; chairside dental procedures; prevention of disease transmission; patient education and oral health management; office management procedures; and test taking skills.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL ASSISTING I
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Introduces chairside assisting with diagnostic and operative procedures. Topics include: four-handed dentistry techniques, clinical data collection techniques, introduction to operative dentistry, dental material basics, and infection control procedures in the dental environment with emphasis on CDC and ADA guidelines
Prerequisites: AHS 104, ENG 101, ENG 1010, ENG 191, MAT 100, MAT 101, MAT 1012, MAT 191, PSY 101, PSY 1010, PSY 191, SCT 100. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL ASSISTING II
(7 credit/10 contact hours)
Focuses on chairside assisting with operative and nonsurgical specialty procedures. Topics include: operative dentistry, prosthodontic procedures (fixed and removable), orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, DEN 106, DEN 134. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL ASSISTING II
(6 credit/9 contact hours)
Focuses on chairside assisting with operative and nonsurgical specialty procedures. Topics include: operative dentistry; prosthodontic procedures (fixed and removable); orthodontics; and pediatric dentistry.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CHAIRSIDE ASSISTING III
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on chairside assisting in surgical specialties. Topics include: periodontic procedures, oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures, endodontic procedures, management of dental office emergencies, and medically compromised patients.
Prerequisites: DEN 135. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL ASSISTING III
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on chairside assisting in surgical specialties. Topics include: periodontic procedures; oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures; endodontics procedures; management of dental office emergencies; and medically compromised patients.
Prerequisites: DEN 135, DEN 1350. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL ASSISTING/EXPANDED FUNC
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on expanded duties of dental auxiliary personnel approved by the Georgia Board of Dentistry. Topics include: expanded functions approved by law for performance by dental assistants in the state of Georgia.
Prerequisites: DEN 135. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL ASSIST. EXPANDED FUNCT.
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Focuses on expanded duties of dental auxiliary personnel approved by the Georgia Board of Dentistry. Topics include: expanded functions approved by law for performance by dental assistants in the state of Georgia.
Prerequisites: DEN 135, DEN 1350. Corequisites: None.
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SCOPES OF PROFESSIONAL PRACT
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Focuses on ethics, jurisprudence, and employability skills for the dental assistant. Students will relate integration of didactic and laboratory instruction with clinical experiences. Topics include: ethics and jurisprudence related to the dental office, and employability skills.
Prerequisites: DEN 135. Corequisites: None.
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SCOPES OF PROF. PRACTICES
(1 credit/1 contact hours)
Focuses on ethics, jurisprudence, and employability skills for the dental assistant. Students will relate integration of didactic and laboratory instruction with clinical experiences. Topics include: ethics and jurisprudence related to the dental office and employability skills.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL RADIOLOGY
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
After completion of the course the student will be able to provide radiation safety for patient and self, expose x-rays, process x-rays, and prepare dental films for the dental office. Topics include: fundamentals of radiology and radiation safety, radiographic anatomy and interpretation, intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques, and quality assurance techniques.
Prerequisites: DEN 106, DEN 134. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL RADIOLOGY
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
After completion of the course the student will be able to provide radiation safety for patient and self, expose x-rays, process x-rays, and prepare dental films for the dental office. Topics include: fundamentals of radiology and radiation safety; radiographic anatomy and interpretation; intraoral and extraoral radiographic techniques; and quality assurance techniques.
Prerequisites: DEN 106, DEN 1060, DEN 134, DEN 1340. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
(5 credit/6 contact hours)
Emphasizes procedures for office management in dental practices. Topics include: oral and written communication, records management, appointment control, dental insurance form preparation, accounting procedures, supply and inventory control, and basic computer skills. A computer lab provides basic skills in computer use and utilization of these skills to perform office procedures on a microcomputer.
Prerequisites: DEN 134. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
(4 credit/5 contact hours)
Emphasizes procedures for office management in dental practices. Topics include: oral and written communication; records management; appointment control; dental insurance form preparation; accounting procedures; supply and inventory control; and basic computer skills. A computer lab provides basic skills in computer use and utilization of these skills to perform office procedures on a microcomputer.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICUM I
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Focuses on infection control in the dental office and assisting with diagnostic and simple operative procedures. Topics include: infection control procedures, clinical diagnostic procedures and general dentistry procedures.
Prerequisites: DEN 135. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICUM I
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Practicum focuses on infection control in the dental office and assisting with diagnostic and simple operative procedures. Topics include: infection control procedures; clinical diagnostic procedures; and general dentistry procedures.
Prerequisites: DEN 135, DEN 1350. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICUM II
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Focuses on advanced general dentistry procedures and chairside assisting in dental specialties with special emphasis on nonsurgical specialties. Topics include: advanced general dentistry and specialties.
Prerequisites: DEN 135. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICUM II
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Practicum focuses on advanced general dentistry procedures and chairside in dental specialties with special emphasis on nonsurgical specialties. Topics include: advanced general dentistry and specialties.
Prerequisites: DEN 135, DEN 1350. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICUM III
(8 credit/24 contact hours)
Continues to focus on assisting chairside with advanced general dentistry procedures with emphasis on dental office management, preventative dentistry and expanded functions. Topics include: advanced general dentistry procedures, preventive dentistry, dental office management, expanded functions, chairside in specialties, and management of dental office emergencies.
Prerequisites: DEN 146. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL PRACTICUM III
(8 credit/24 contact hours)
Practicum continues to focus on assisting chairside with advanced general dentistry procedures with emphasis on dental office management, preventive dentistry, and expanded functions. Topics include: advanced general dentistry procedures; preventive dentistry; dental office management; expanded functions; chairside in specialties; and management of dental office emergencies.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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TOOTH ANATOMY/ROOT MORPHOLOGY
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides the student with a thorough knowledge of external and internal morphological characteristics of human primary and secondary dentition. Also introduces the student to various tooth identification systems, classifications of occlusion and dental anomalies. Topics include: oral cavity anatomy, dental terminology, external and internal tooth anatomy, tooth nomenclature and numbering systems, individual tooth and root morphology, occlusion and dental anomalies.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: DHY 101.
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ORAL EMBRYOLOGY & HISTOLOGY
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Focuses on the study of cells and tissues of the human body with emphasis on those tissues that compose the head, neck, and oral cavity. Topics include: cellular structure and organelles, histology of epithelium, histology of muscle tissue, histology of nerve tissue, histology of connective tissue, embryological development of the head and neck, tooth development and development of tooth supporting structures.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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HEAD AND NECK ANATOMY
(3 credit/3 contact hours)
Focuses on anatomy of the head and neck. Emphasis is placed on those structures directly affected by the practice of dentistry. Topics include: Terminology, anatomic landmarks, osteology of the skull, temporomandibular joint, muscles of mastication, muscles of facial expression, nervous system, blood supply of the head and neck, lymphatic system and immunology, endocrine and exocrine glands of the head and neck, nasal and paranasal sinuses, and fascial spaces and the spread of dental infections.
Prerequisites: DHY 101. Corequisites: None.
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DENTAL MATERIALS
(3 credit/4 contact hours)
Focuses on the nature, qualities, composition and manipulation of materials used in dentistry. The primary goal of this course is to enhance the student's ability to make clinical judgments regarding the use and care of dental materials based on how these materials react in the oral environment. Topics include: dental material standards, dental material properties, impression materials, gypsum products, mouthguards and whitening systems, dental bases, liners and cements, temporary restorations, classifications for restorative dentistry, direct restorative materials, indirect restorative materials, polishing procedures for dental restorations, removable dental prostheses, sealants and implants.
Prerequisites: DHY 100. Corequisites: None.
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PRECLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE LEC
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Provides fundamental skills to be utilized in the delivery of optimum patient care by the dental hygienist. Topics include: Professionalism, asepsis, patient assessment, emergencies, instrumentation, charting, patient and clinician positioning, ethics, and oral health education.
Prerequisites: AHS 104, DHY 100. Corequisites: None.
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PRECLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE LAB
(2 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides fundamental skills to be utilized in the delivery of optimum patient care by the dental hygienist. Topics include: asepsis, patient examination, emergencies, instrumentation, charting, patient positioning, ethics, and oral health.
Prerequisites: DHY 100. Corequisites: None.
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INTRO TO DENTAL HYGIENE
(1 credit/3 contact hours)
Provides fundamental skills in the dental environment. The course focuses on infection control procedures and exposure management. Topics include: asepsis; dental terminology; ethics, professionalism; emergencies; patient assessment; and patient and clinician positioning.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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RADIOLOGY LECTURE
(3 credit/3 contact hours)
Emphasizes the application of radiology principles in the study of the teeth and their surrounding structures. Topics include: radiation physics principles; radiation biology; radiation safety; radiographic quality assurance; imaging theory; radiographic interpretation; radiographic need; legal issues of dental radiography; and digital radiography techniques and principles.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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RADIOLOGY LAB
(1 credit/3 contact hours)
Emphasizes the application of radiology principles in the study of the teeth and their surrounding structures. Topics include: radiation safety, radiographic quality assurance, imaging theory, radiographic interpretation, radiographic need, and digital radiography principles and techniques.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE I LEC
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Continues the development of knowledge in patient care. Topics include: caries, prevention, occlusion, instrumentation, dental appliances, patient management, interdental care and impression and study cast techniques.
Prerequisites: DHY 102, DHY 104. Corequisites: None.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE I LAB
(3 credit/9 contact hours)
Continues the development of student skills in patient care. Topics include: caries, prevention, occlusion, instrumentation, dental appliances, impression and study cast techniques, interdental care, and applied techniques.
Prerequisites: DEN 102, DHY 105. Corequisites: DHY 108.
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PERIODONTOLOGY
(4 credit/4 contact hours)
Provides fundamental information on periodontal anatomy, pathogenesis of the periodontal diseases, and an introduction to modern rational periodontal therapy, including preventive, nonsurgical, and surgical methods. Topics include: tissues of the periodontium, epidemiology, the classification of periodontal diseases and conditions, disease prevention, disease treatment and management, drug therapy, immunology, microorganisms associated with periodontology, surgical and nonsurgical treatment, implantology and maintenance, and periodontal emergencies.
Prerequisites: DHY 101, DHY 111. Corequisites: DHY 201, DHY 202.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE II LEC
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Continues the development of student knowledge in treating patients and preventing oral disease. Topics include: instrument sharpening, patient assessment, treatment planning, antimicrobial use, amalgam polishing/ recontouring, pulp vitality testing, whitening, implant care, tobacco cessation, pit and fissure sealants, and treatment of hypersensitivity.
Prerequisites: DHY 105, DHY 108, DHY 111, DHY 202. Corequisites: DHY 200, DHY 202.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE II LAB
(4 credit/12 contact hours)
Continues the development of student knowledge in treating patients and preventing oral disease. Topics include: instrument sharpening, patient assessment, treatment planning, antimicrobial use, amalgam polishing/ recontouring, pulp vitality testing, whitening, implant care, tobacco cessation, pit and fissure sealants, and treatment of hypersensitivity.
Prerequisites: DHY 108, DHY 111, DHY 201. Corequisites: None.
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ORAL PATHOLOGY
(4 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces pathology as a specialty of dentistry and includes the etiology, pathogenesis and recognition of various pathological conditions. Emphasis is placed on oral and paraoral pathology and systemic conditions affecting the head and neck. Topics include: terminology, biopsy procedures, inflammation and repair, soft tissue and dental anomalies, pathogenesis of caries and pulpal pathology, cysts and tumors of the head and neck, systemic conditions, infectious diseases, diseases of the salivary glands, diseases of bone, blood dyscrasias, vesiculo-erosive diseases, and genetic diseases of the head and neck.
Prerequisites: DHY 101, DHY 102. Corequisites: None.
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PHARMACOLOGY & PAIN CONTROL
(4 credit/4 contact hours)
Introduces principles of basic pharmacology as they pertain to the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene. Emphasizes actions and reactions of medications commonly used in the dental office or taken by dental patients. Topics include: terminology, pharmaceutical references, prescriptions and abbreviations, pharmacokinetics, drugs used in dentistry and their pharmacokinetics, drugs that may alter dental treatment and their pharmacokinetics, emergency drugs, and drug abuse.
Prerequisites: DHY 110. Corequisites: None.
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COMMUNITY DENTAL HEALTH
(4 credit/6 contact hours)
Provides students with a broad understanding of the health care system and an objective view of the significant social, political, psychological, and economic forces directing the system. Prepares students to promote oral health and prevent oral disease in a community by meeting specific dental health of community groups. Topics include: epidemiology, community dental care assessment, community dental care provision, preventive counseling for groups, group oral health education, terminology, dental care systems, biostatistics, and concepts of dental research.
Prerequisites: DHY 111. Corequisites: None.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE III LE
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Continues the development of student knowledge necessary for treatment and prevention of oral disease. Topics include: Scaling, debridement and root planing, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, special needs patients and ultrasonics and air polishing.
Prerequisites: DHY 111, DHY 200, DHY 201, DHY 202, DHY 205, DHY 206. Corequisites: DHY 209.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYG III LAB
(4 credit/12 contact hours)
Continues the development of student skills necessary for treatment and prevention of oral disease. Topics include: Scaling, debridement and root planing, oral irrigation and antimicrobial agents, special needs patients, and ultrasonics and air polishing.
Prerequisites: DHY 111, DHY 200, DHY 201, DHY 202, DHY 205, DHY 206. Corequisites: DHY 208.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE IV LEC
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Continues the development of student knowledge necessary for treatment and prevention of oral disease. Topics include: PSR index, recare systems, special needs.
Prerequisites: DHY 111, DHY 201, DHY 202, DHY 208. Corequisites: DHY 214.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE IV LAB
(4 credit/12 contact hours)
Continues the development of student skills necessary for treatment and prevention of oral disease. Topics include: PSR index, implementation of dietary assessment, recare systems.
Prerequisites: DHY 111, DHY 201, DHY 202, DHY 209. Corequisites: DHY 213.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE V LEC
(2 credit/2 contact hours)
Focuses on the dental hygiene field and presents the fundamental concepts and principles necessary for successful participation in the dental profession. Topics include: employability skills, State of Georgia Dental Practice Act, office management, expanded duties, legal aspects, ethics, dental hygiene practice settings, and dentistry and dental hygiene regulation.
Prerequisites: DHY 213, DHY 214. Corequisites: DHY 221.
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CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE V LAB
(4 credit/12 contact hours)
Continues the development of student skills necessary for treatment and prevention of oral disease. Topics include: applied techniques.
Prerequisites: DHY 214. Corequisites: DHY 220.
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DIRECTED INDEPENDENT STUDY
(1 credit/1 contact hours)
Internship for students
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ECE 101 back to top
INTRO EARLY CHILD CARE & EDUC
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces concepts relating the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. This course addresses key CDA competency goals and functional areas. Topics include: historical perspectives, career opportunities, work ethics, functioning in a team environment, guidance, transitional activities, program management, learning environment cultural diversity, licensing and accreditation, and professional development file (portfolio) guidelines.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ECE 1010 back to top
INTO TO EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE/E
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
This course introduces concepts relating the responsibilities and procedures involved in a variety of early childhood care situations. This course addresses key CDA competency goals and functional areas. Topics include: historical perspectives, professionalism, guidance, assessment and curriculum planning, learning environment, cultural diversity and licensing and accreditation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
This course assists the student in understanding that play, developmental integration and active learning are critical to achieving meaningful curriculum for young children. The course develops knowledge and skills that will enable the student to establish a learning environment appropriate for young children. Topics include: instructional media, learning environments, curriculum approaches, development of curriculum plans and materials, transitional activities, approaches to teaching, learning, and assessing, and appropriate assessment strategies.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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ART FOR CHILDREN
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
This course introduces the concepts related to creativity in art. This course combines lecture and lab experiences to introduce the many media areas used by children to express themselves. Topics include: concepts of creativity and children?s creative development; facilitation of children?s creative expression; appreciation of children?s art processes and products; and art appreciation.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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MUSIC & MOVEMENT
(3 credit/5 contact hours)
This course introduces the concepts related to creativity in music and movement. This course combines lecture and lab experiences to introduce media, methods, and materials used to foster musical activity and creative movement. Topics include: spontaneous and planned music and movement; media, methods and materials; coordination of movement and music; theoretical foundations; and music appreciation
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ECE 1021 back to top
ECE PRACTICUM I
(3 credit/7 contact hours)
This course provides the student with the opportunity to gain a supervised experience in an actual or simulated work setting allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Practicum training topics include: promoting child development and learning; building family and community relationships; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; teaching and learning; becoming a professional; and guidance techniques and classroom management.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ECE 1022 back to top
ECE PRACTICUM II
(3 credit/7 contact hours)
This course provides the student with the opportunity to gain a supervised experience in an actual or simulated work setting allowing demonstration of techniques obtained from course work. Practicum training topics include: promoting child development and learning; building family and community relationships; observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families; teaching and learning; and becoming a professional.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ECE 1025 back to top
PROFESSIONALISM CDS CERT PREP
(2 credit/3 contact hours)
Provides training in professionalism through Child Development Associate Credentialing Certificate preparation in the following areas: applying for the Child Development Associate Credential through Direct Assessment; professional resource file development; and, strategies to establish positive and productive relationships with families.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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CDA CERTIFICATE ASSESSMENT
(2 credit/3 contact hours)
Provides opportunities to demonstrate and obtain documentation of student competency. Topics include: Professional resource file completion; parent opinion questionnaires; formal observation; oral interview; and written assessment.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
ECE 103 back to top
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT I
(5 credit/5 contact hours)
Introduces the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of the young child (0 through 5 years of age). Provides for competency development in observing, recording, and interpreting growth and development stages in the young child, advancing physical and intellectual competence, supporting social and emotional development, and providing positive guidance. Topics include: developmental characteristics, observation and recording theory and practice, guidance techniques, developmentally appropriate practice, and introduction to children with special needs.
Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: None.
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