2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Emergency Medical Science |
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EMS 160 - Cardiology I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and basic rhythm interpretation in the monitoring leads. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret basic rhythms
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EMS 220 - Cardiology II
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 , EMS 130 , and EMS 160
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of cardiac emergencies, application and interpretation of advanced electrocardiography utilizing the twelve-lead ECG, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to assess and treat patients utilizing American Heart Association guidelines.
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EMS 221 - EMS Clinical Practicum II
Credits: 2
Clinic: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on increasing the proficiency of students’ skills and abilities in patient assessments and the delivery of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care.
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EMS 231 - EMS Clinical Pract III
Credits: 3
Clinic: 9
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 130 and EMS 221
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the students’ skills and abilities in providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care.
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EMS 235 - EMS Management
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems.
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EMS 240 - Patients W/ Special Challenges
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course includes concepts of crisis intervention and techniques of interacting with patients with special challenges and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate intervention and interaction for neglected, abused, terminally ill, chronically ill, technology assisted, bariatric, physically challenged, mentally challenged, or assaulted patients as well as behavioral emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage the care of patients with special challenges.
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EMS 241 - EMS Clinical Practicum IV
Credits: 4
Clinic: 12
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 130 and EMS 231
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on mastering the skills/competencies required of the paramedic providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to provide advanced-level patient care as an entry-level paramedic.
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EMS 250 - Medical Emergencies
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries affecting the following systems: respiratory, neurological, abdominal/gastrointestinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, assess and manage the care of frequently encountered medical conditions based upon initial patient assessment.
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EMS 260 - Trauma Emergencies
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides in-depth study of trauma including pharmacological interventions for conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include an overview of thoracic, abdominal, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurological, and multi-system trauma, soft tissue trauma of the head, neck, and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage trauma situations based upon patient assessment and should adhere to standards of care.
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EMS 270 - Life Span Emergencies
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 122 and EMS 130
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers medical/ethical/legal issues and the spectrum of age-specific emergencies from conception through death required for paramedic certification. Topics include gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric emergencies and pharmacological therapeutics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and treat age-specific emergencies.
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EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to bridge the knowledge gained in a continuing education paramedic program with the knowledge gained in an EMS curriculum program. Emphasis is placed on patient assessment, advanced electrocardiography utilizing the twelve-lead ECG, advanced pharmacology, the appropriate intervention and treatment of multi-system injuries/disorders, ethics, and NC laws and rules. Upon completion, students should be able to perform advanced patient assessment and practice skills.
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EMS 285 - EMS Capstone
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, EMS 220 , EMS 250 , and EMS 260
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate problem-solving skills as a team leader in simulated patient scenarios and is required for paramedic certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, integration of didactic and psychomotor skills, and effective performance in simulated emergency situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appropriately respond to a variety of EMS-related events.
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Emergency Preparedness |
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EPT 120 - Sociology of Disaster
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to overview sociological disaster research, disaster systems, and alternative research approaches. Topics include human and organizational behaviors, long disaster impact on communities, disaster warning, and evacuation considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess and predict the impact of disaster-related human behavior.
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EPT 124 - EM Services Law & Ethics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers federal and state laws that affect emergency service personnel in the event of a natural disaster or terrorist incident. Topics include initial response and long-term management strategies, with an emphasis on legal and ethical considerations and coordination between local, state, and federal agencies. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the role of private industry, government agencies, public policies, and federal/state declarations of disasters in emergency situations.
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EPT 130 - Mitigation & Preparedness
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the mitigation and preparation techniques and methods necessary to minimize the impact of natural, technological, and man-made disasters. Topics include hazard identification and mapping, design and construction applications, financial incentives, insurance, structural controls, preparation, planning, assessment, implementation, and exercises. Upon completion students should be able to develop a mitigation and preparedness plan.
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EPT 140 - Emergency Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emergency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liability, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system.
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EPT 150 - Incident Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS). Topics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communication within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System.
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EPT 210 - Response & Recovery
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basic concepts, operational procedures, and authorities involved in response and recovery efforts to major disasters. Topics include federal, state, and local roles and responsibilities in major disaster, response, and recovery work, with an emphasis on governmental coordination. Upon completion, students should be able to implement a disaster response plan and assess the needs of those involved in a major disaster.
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EPT 220 - Terrorism and Emer. Mgt.
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers preparing for, responding to, and safely mitigating terrorism incidents. Topics include the history of terrorism, scene hazards, evidence preservation, risk assessment, roles and responsibilities, explosive recognition, and terrorism planning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the threat of terrorism and operate within the emergency management framework at a terrorism incident.
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EPT 275 - Emergency Ops Center Mgt
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and operate an emergency operations center (EOC) during crisis situations. Topics include properly locating and designing an EOC, staffing, training and briefing EOC personnel, and how to operate an EOC. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to set up and operate an effective emergency operations center.
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English |
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ENG 002 - Transition English
Credits: 3
Lab: 6
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational English content in specific areas and will include developing a growth mindset. Topics include developing the academic habits, learning strategies, social skills, and growth mindset necessary to be successful in college-level English. Upon completion, students should be able to build a stronger foundation for success in their gateway level English courses by obtaining skills through a variety of instructional strategies with emphasis placed on the most essential prerequisite knowledge.
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ENG 011 - Writing and Inquiry Support
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to support students in the development of skills necessary for success in ENG 111 by complementing, supporting, and reinforcing ENG 111 Student Learning Outcomes. Emphasis is placed on developing a growth mindset, expanding skills for use in active reading and writing processes, recognizing organizational relationships within texts from a variety of genres and formats, and employing appropriate technology when reading and composing texts. Upon completion, students should be able to apply active reading strategies to college-level texts and produce unified, well-developed writing using standard written English.
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ENG 110 - Freshman Composition
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: DRE 097 , ENG 002 , or ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to develop informative and business writing skills. Emphasis is placed on logical organization of writing, including effective introductions and conclusions, precise use of grammar, and appropriate selection and use of sources. Upon completion, students should be able to produce clear, concise, well-organized short papers.
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ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: DRE 098
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 112 - Writing/Research in the Disc
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 114 - Prof Research & Reporting
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and collaboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition.
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ENG 231 - American Literature I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in American literature from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 232 - American Literature II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in American literature from 1865 to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 241 - British Literature I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in British literature from its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ENG 242 - British Literature II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One: ENG 112 , ENG 113 , or ENG 114
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers selected works in British literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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Fire Protection |
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FIP 164 - OSHA Standards
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers public and private sector OSHA work site requirements referenced in NFPA standard 1250. Emphasis is placed on accident prevention and reporting, personal safety, machine operations, and hazardous material handling. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret specific OSHA regulations and write workplace policies designed to achieve compliance.
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FIP 228 - Local Govt Finance
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operations of a department.
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FIP 256 - Munic Public Relations
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a general survey of municipal public relations and their effect on the governmental process referenced in NFPA standard 1035. Topics include principles of public relations, press releases, press conferences, public information officers, image surveys, and the effects of perceived service on fire protection delivery. Upon completion, students should be able to manage public relations functions of organizations which meet elements of NFPA 1021 for Fire Office I and II.
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Geography |
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GEO 111 - World Regional Geography
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the regional concept which emphasizes the spatial association of people and their environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cultural, and economic systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the earth. Upon completion, students should be able to describe variations in physical and cultural features of a region and demonstrate an understanding of their functional relationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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Global Logistics Technology |
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LOG 110 - Introduction to Logistics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an overview of logistics. Topics include traffic management, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the different segments of logistics and use the terminology of the industry.
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LOG 125 - Transportation Logistics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the role and importance of the transportation industry. This is an overview of transportation emphasizing its environmental and sociological aspects, economic impact, services, regulatory guidelines, policies, and its future. Upon completion, students should be able to identify modes of transportation, interpret governing regulations, and describe the principles and terminology used in the transportation industry.
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LOG 211 - Distribution Management
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, LOG 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the functions, techniques, and tools utilized in warehousing and distribution centers and their role in business and logistics. Emphasis is placed on warehouse and distribution center management, operations, productivity, software systems, picking, automation, cross docking, safety, security, material handling, benchmarking, and cost. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the role of warehouses and distribution centers, apply industry principles and terminology, and understand distribution productivity measures.
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LOG 215 - Supply Chain Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, LOG 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers all activities involved in the flow of products and information between the suppliers, customers, producers, and service providers. Topics include acquiring, purchasing, manufacturing, assembling, and distributing goods and services throughout the supply chain organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the supply chain units and describe the materials management processes.
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LOG 225 - Logistics Systems
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, LOG 215
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the design, implementation, and application of logistics software systems utilized by businesses to improve accountability, and capabilities of their logistics processes. Emphasis is placed on an in-depth understanding of logistical software applications, optimization models, automated data collection, electronic data interchange, and other logistics software tools. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the various logistics software applications and explain how they are utilized to improve business and logistics processes.
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LOG 235 - Import/Export Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, LOG 125
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the elements of import and export operations, from transportation to documentation, finance, and security and the effects on the global supply chain. Emphasis is placed on existing import/export regulations, customs documentation, intermodal transportation, foreign freight forwarders, global technology, and homeland security initiatives. Upon completion, students should be able to perform import/export operations, channels of distribution, implemented technologies, and associate with operating a secure supply chain.
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LOG 240 - Purchasing Logistics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, LOG 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the various aspects of purchasing, and their impact on materials management, supply chain, transportation, and global logistics processes. Emphasis is placed on the different methods of electronic sourcing, negotiating and pricing principles, and on the internal and external considerations associated with international logistics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and apply the principles and terminology used in procurement including electronic data interchange services, purchasing and logistics systems.
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LOG 250 - Advanced Global Logistics
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, LOG 125
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the advanced application of global operations and logistics strategies, planning, technology, risk, and management necessary to cope with the global business environment. Emphasis is placed on a in-depth understanding of global sourcing, shipping, tracking, and e-logistics systems necessary to operate inbound/outbound logistics in a global market. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the different global markets and logistics technology available to process international inbound/outbound logistics transactions.
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Graphic Arts |
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GRA 110 - Graphic Arts Orientation
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the history, development, and commercial applications of the major printing processes. Topics include offset lithography, screen printing, intaglio, relief printing, and emerging technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the major characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of each process.
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GRA 121 - Graphic Arts I
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces terminology, tools and materials, procedures, and equipment used in graphic arts production. Topics include copy preparation and pre-press production relative to printing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of graphic arts production.
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GRA 151 - Computer Graphics I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the use of hardware and software for production and design in graphic arts. Topics include graphical user interface and current industry uses such as design, layout, typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use the computer as a fundamental design and production tool.
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GRA 152 - Computer Graphics II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers advanced design and layout concepts utilizing illustration, page layout, and imaging software in graphic arts. Emphasis is placed on enhancing and developing the skills that were introduced in GRA 151 . Upon completion, students should be able to select and utilize appropriate software for design and layout solutions.
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GRA 153 - Computer Graphics III
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 152 . Emphasis is placed on advanced computer graphics hardware and software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in selection and utilization of appropriate software for specialized applications.
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GRA 154 - Computer Graphics IV
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 153
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 153 . Emphasis is placed on advanced techniques using a variety of hardware and software applications to produce complex projects. Upon completion, students should be able to use electronic document production tools.
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GRA 221 - Graphic Arts II
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 121 , GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 121 . Topics include multi-color image preparation, prepress production, control of close/hairline register in image assembly and press operation, and post-press procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in all phases of graphic arts production.
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GRA 222 - Graphic Arts III
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 221 , GRA 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of GRA 221 . Topics include advanced electronic pre-press, press operation, and post-press procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in all phases of advanced graphic arts production.
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GRA 250 - E-Document Publishing
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides instruction in electronic publishing of cross-media, cross-platform digital documents and the workflow requirements associated with output options. Topics include the creation, editing, conversion, color separation, output requirements and options, interactivity, and delivery methods. Upon completion, students should be able to create, output, and distribute cross-media, cross-platform digital documents within specifications.
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GRA 255 - Image Manipulation I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151 or GRD 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers applications associated with electronic image manipulation, including color correction, color separation, special effects, and image conversion. Topics include imagecapturing hardware, image-processing software, and output options. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize hardware and software to acquire, manipulate, and output images to satisfy design and production.
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GRA 256 - Image Manipulation II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 255
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers electronic color separation and its relationship to multi-color printing. Topics include color theory, separation, color matching, proofing, and output of process and spot color images. Upon completion, students should be able to use hardware and image processing software to produce color separations and proofs for various printing processes.
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Graphic Design |
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GRD 110 - Typography I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the history and mechanics of type and its application to layout and design. Topics include typographic fundamentals, anatomy, measurements, composition, identification, and terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in design application, analysis, specification, and creation of typographic elements.
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GRD 141 - Graphic Design I
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the conceptualization process used in visual problem solving. Emphasis is placed on learning the principles of design and on the manipulation and organization of elements. Upon completion, students should be able to apply design principles and visual elements to projects.
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GRD 142 - Graphic Design II
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD 141 or ART 121
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the application of visual elements and design principles in advertising and graphic design. Topics include creation of various designs, such as logos, advertisements, posters, outdoor advertising, and publication design. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively apply design principles and visual elements to projects.
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GRD 167 - Photographic Imaging I
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic camera operations and photographic production. Topics include subject composition, depth of field, shutter control, light control, color, photo-finishing, and digital imaging, correction and output. Upon completion, students should be able to produce traditional and/or digital photographic prints with acceptable technical and compositional quality.
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GRD 168 - Photographic Imaging II
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces advanced camera operations and photographic production. Topics include lighting, specialized equipment, digital image correction and output, and other methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in producing high quality photographic prints.
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GRD 265 - Digital Print Production
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD 151 or GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers preparation of digital files for output and reproduction. Emphasis is placed on output options, separations, color proofing, and cost and design considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare files and select appropriate output methods for design solutions.
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GRD 271 - Multimedia Design I
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, GRA 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the fundamentals of multimedia design and production for computer-related presentations. Topics include interface design, typography, storyboarding, scripting, simple animation, graphics, digital audiovideo, and copyright issues. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce multimedia presentations.
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GRD 280 - Portfolio Design
Credits: 4
Class: 2 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, GRD 142 and GRA 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the organization and presentation of a design/advertising or graphic art portfolio and appropriate related materials. Emphasis is placed on development and evaluation of the portfolio, design and production of a résumé and self promotional materials, and interview techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and professionally present an effective portfolio and related self-promotional materials.
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Gunsmithing |
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GSM 111 - Gunsmithing I
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces hand tools, blueprints, and basic machine tools used in gunsmithing. Emphasis is placed on safety and the completion of projects from blueprints using hand and machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to read and work from blueprints using hand tools and make basic machine tool setups.
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GSM 120 - Gunsmithing Tools
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the manufacture of tools used in the gunsmithing trade. Emphasis is placed on the production of tools used for gunsmithing from working drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use blueprints to produce tools and fixtures for use in gunsmithing.
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GSM 125 - Barrel Fitting/Alteration
Credits: 6
Class: 3 Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers custom barrel fitting, chambering, and action alterations. Emphasis is placed on safety and completion of custom-barreled actions using hand and machine tools and welding equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform alterations to various firearms, including custom-barreled actions, recoil pads, and choke tubes.
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GSM 127 - General Repair
Credits: 6
Class: 3 Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the design and function of firearms, sight mounting, and basic reloading of ammunition. Emphasis is placed on safety and the completion of repair projects using hand and machine tools and the furnace. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and correct basic malfunctions, produce and fix simple parts, choose and install sights, and perform basic reloading skills.
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GSM 225 - Gunmetal Refinishing
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces gun metal finishes. Topics include metal polishing and the finishing of steel, aluminum, and castings using hand tools and buffing equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to caustic blue, rust blue, anodize, parkerize, and color-case harden gunmetal.
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GSM 227 - Adv Repair Technology
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers advanced repair techniques and trigger designs on rifles and shotguns. Emphasis is placed on repairing various firearms and adjusting trigger pulls to safe industry standards using fixtures and hand and machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to safely adjust and repair various firearms.
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GSM 230 - Handgun Technology
Credits: 5
Class: 2 Lab: 9
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the design, function, and customizing of handguns. Emphasis is placed on repairs and custom alterations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform repairs on revolvers and semi-automatic pistols and customize handguns.
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GSM 240 - Modern Sporting Firearms
Credits: 6
Class: 2 Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers current custom gunsmithing applications are related to modern sporting firearms. Emphasis is placed on gunsmithing procedures that are commonly performed on modern sporting firearms. Upon completion, students should be able to perform a range of customization and alteration tasks that relate to modern firearms used in sporting and competition events.
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Health |
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HEA 110 - Personal Health/Wellness
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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HEA 112 - First Aid & CPR
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basics of emergency first aid treatment. Topics include rescue breathing, CPR, first aid for choking and bleeding, and other first aid procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in providing emergency care for the sick and injured until medical help can be obtained. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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HEA 120 - Community Health
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides information about contemporary community health and school hygiene issues. Topics include health education and current information about health trends. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and devise strategies to prevent today’s community health problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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Healthcare Business Informatics |
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HBI 110 - Issues and Trends in HBI
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a survey of current and emerging technology applications and data standards in the healthcare industry. Topics include the history, implementation, use, management, and impact of information technology in healthcare settings. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the current trends and issues in healthcare informatics.
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HBI 113 - Survey of Med Insurance
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a survey of the healthcare insurance system. Emphasis is placed on the foundation necessary for understanding the healthcare delivery system, terminology and practices of healthcare insurance, and provider reimbursement. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of healthcare insurance and how outcomes are addressed through healthcare informatics.
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HBI 250 - Data Mgmt and Utilization
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
Prerequisite: State, DBA 110 , DBA 120, or DBA 110 This course covers the management and usage of data in healthcare settings according to current practices in healthcare informatics. Topics include data warehousing, data integrity, data security, data mining, and report generating in healthcare settings. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of using healthcare data to support reporting and decision making in healthcare settings.
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History |
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HIS 111 - World Civilizations I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces world history from the dawn of civilization to the early modern era. Topics include Eurasian, African, American, and Greco-Roman civilizations and Christian, Islamic and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in pre-modern world civilizations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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HIS 112 - World Civilizations II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces world history from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the cultures of Africa, Europe, India, China, Japan, and the Americas. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern world civilizations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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HIS 121 - Western Civilization I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces western civilization from pre-history to the early modern era. Topics include ancient Greece, Rome, and Christian institutions of the Middle Ages and the emergence of national monarchies in western Europe. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early western civilization. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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HIS 122 - Western Civilization II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces western civilization from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the religious wars, the Industrial Revolution, World Wars I and II, and the Cold War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern western civilization. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
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HIS 131 - American History I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a survey of American history from pre-history through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early American history. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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HIS 132 - American History II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a survey of American history from the Civil War era to the present. Topics include industrialization, immigration, the Great Depression, the major American wars, the Cold War, and social conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in American history since the Civil War. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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HIS 231 - Recent American History
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a study of American society from the post-Depression era to the present. Topics include World War II, the Cold War, social unrest, the Vietnam War, the Great Society, and current political trends. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in recent America. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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Horticulture |
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HOR 112 - Landscape Design I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers landscape principles and practices for residential and commercial sites. Emphasis is placed on drafting, site analysis, and common elements of good design, plant material selection, and proper plant utilization (encouraged use of native plants and discouraged use of invasive species). Upon completion, students should be able to read plans and draft a landscape design according to sustainable practices.
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HOR 114 - Landscape Construction
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the design and fabrication of landscape structures/features. Emphasis is placed on safety, tool identification and use, material selection, construction techniques, and fabrication. Upon completion, students should be able to design and construct common landscape structures/features.
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HOR 116 - Landscape Management I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers information and skills necessary to analyze a property and develop a management schedule. Emphasis is placed on property measurement, plant condition, analysis of client needs, and plant culture needs. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a property, develop management schedules, and implement practices based on client needs.
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HOR 124 - Nursery Operations
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers nursery site and crop selection, cultural practices, and production and marketing methods. Topics include site considerations, water availability, equipment, irrigation, fertilization, containers, media, and pest control. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement a nursery operation and grow and harvest nursery crops.
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HOR 134 - Greenhouse Operations
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the principles and procedures involved in the operation and maintenance of greenhouse facilities. Emphasis is placed on the operation of greenhouse systems, including the environmental control, record keeping, scheduling, and production practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to operate greenhouse systems and facilities to produce greenhouse crops.
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HOR 142 - Fruit & Vegetable Prod
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the principles and techniques of growing fruits and field-grown vegetables. Topics include site selection, proper varietal selection, nutritional values, cultural techniques, harvesting and marketing, and insect and disease control. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and understanding of the principles related to the production of selected fruits and vegetables.
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HOR 160 - Plant Materials I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants.
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HOR 162 - Applied Plant Science
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture.
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HOR 164 - Hort Pest Management
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license.
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HOR 166 - Soils & Fertilizers
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices.
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HOR 168 - Plant Propagation
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a study of sexual and asexual reproduction of plants. Emphasis is placed on seed propagation, grafting, stem and root propagation, micro-propagation, and other propagation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully propagate ornamental plants.
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HOR 213 - Landscape Design II
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, HOR 112
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers residential and commercial landscape design, cost analysis, and installation. Emphasis is placed on job cost estimates, installation of the landscape design, and maintenance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to read landscape design blueprints, develop cost estimates, and implement the design.
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HOR 215 - Landscape Irrigation
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic irrigation design, layout, and installation. Topics include site analysis, components of irrigation systems, safety, types of irrigation systems, and installation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to design and install basic landscape irrigation systems.
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HOR 217 - Landscape Management II
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, HOR 110 or HOR 116
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides additional opportunities to design plans, write contracts, and present proposals. Emphasis is placed on the development, pricing, and presentation of proposals and additional exploration of cultural applications. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a property, develop a management plan, and price and present that plan.
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HOR 245 - Hor Specialty Crops
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the techniques and requirements for the production of horticultural crops of special or local interest. Topics include development of a local market, proper varietal selection, cultural practices, site selection, and harvesting and marketing practices. Upon completion, students should be able to choose, grow, and market a horticultural crop of special or local interest.
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HOR 253 - Horticulture Turfgrass
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, HOR 162 or HOR 166
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers information and skill development necessary to establish and manage landscape turfgrasses. Topics include grass identification, establishment, cultural requirements, application of control products, fertilization, and overseeding techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a landscape site and determine those cultural and physical activities needed to establish or mange a quality turf.
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HOR 265 - Advanced Plant Materials
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers important landscape plants. Emphasis is placed on identification, plant nomenclature, growth characteristics, cultural requirements, and landscape uses. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly select plants for specific landscape uses.
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HOR 271 - Garden Center Mgmt
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the retail marketing of gardening products and services through mass market and independent garden centers. Topics include garden center layout, customer relations, market choice, product lines, vendors, and the relationship with the broader horticultural community. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices of the retail garden center.
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