2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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BUS 151 - People Skills
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basic concepts of identity and communication in the business setting. Topics include self-concept, values, communication styles, feelings and emotions, roles versus relationships, and basic assertiveness, listening, and conflict resolution. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between unhealthy, self-destructive, communication patterns and health, non-destructive, positive communication patterns.
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BUS 152 - Human Relations
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the concepts of effective human interaction in the business work environment. Topics include effective communication techniques, motivation, ego states, stress, and conflict. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the importance of human relations, apply motivational techniques, and implement strategies for resolving work-related conflicts.
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BUS 153 - Human Resource Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the functions of personnel/human resource management within an organization. Topics include equal opportunity and the legal environment, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, employee development, compensation planning, and employee relations. Upon completion, students should be able to anticipate and resolve human resource concerns.
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BUS 225 - Business Finance
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, ACC 120
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and return, and sources of financing. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management.
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BUS 230 - Small Business Management
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the challenges of entrepreneurship including the startup and operation of a small business. Topics include market research techniques, feasibility studies, site analysis, financing alternatives, and managerial decision making. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a small business plan.
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BUS 240 - Business Ethics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of their moral responsibilities and obligations as members of the workforce and society.
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BUS 260 - Business Communication
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, ENG 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place.
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BUS 270 - Professional Development
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides basic knowledge of self-improvement techniques as related to success in the professional world. Topics include positive human relations, job-seeking skills, and projecting positive self-image. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competent personal and professional skills necessary to get and keep a job.
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Computer Engineering Technology |
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CET 110 - Intro to CET
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the basic skills required for computer technicians. Topics include career choices, safety practices, technical problem solving, scientific calculator usage, soldering/desoldering, keyboarding skills, engineering computer applications, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely solder/desolder and use a scientific calculator and computer applications to solve technical problems.
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CET 111 - Computer Upgrade/Repair I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers repairing, servicing, and upgrading computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics include CPU/memory/bus identification, disk subsystems, hardware/software installation/configuration, common device drivers, data recovery, system maintenance, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems to perform within specifications.
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CET 211 - Computer Upgrade/Repair II
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, CET 111
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers concepts of repair service, and upgrade of computers and peripherals in preparation for industry certification. Topics may include resolving resource conflicts and system bus specifications, configuration and troubleshooting peripherals, operating system configuration and optimization, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and resolve system conflicts and optimize system performance.
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Chemistry |
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CHM 130 - Gen, Org, & Biochemistry
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DNA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040, DMA 050, or MAT 003 ; and DRE 097, or ENG 002
Corequisite(s): Local, CHM 130A
This course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of general, organic, and biochemistry. Topics include measurement, molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, solutions, acid-base chemistry, gas laws, and the structure, properties, and reactions of major organic and biological groups. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CHM 130A - Gen, Org, & Biochem Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, Take: CHM 130
This course is a laboratory for CHM 130. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in CHM 130. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic laboratory procedures and apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 130. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CHM 131 - Introduction to Chemistry
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040, DMA 050, or MAT 003
Corequisite(s): Local, CHM 131A , ENG 111
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of inorganic chemistry. Topics include measurement, matter and energy, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, stoichiometry, chemical formulas and reactions, chemical bonding, gas laws, solutions, and acids and bases. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of chemistry as it applies to other fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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CHM 131A - Intro to Chemistry Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, Take: CHM 131
This course is a laboratory to accompany CHM 131 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance materials presented in CHM 131 . Upon completion, students should be able to utilize basic laboratory procedures and apply them to chemical principles presented in CHM 131 . This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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CHM 132 - Organic and Biochemistry
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take One Set: Set 1: CHM 131 and CHM 131A , Set 2: CHM 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a survey of major functional classes of compounds in organic and biochemistry. Topics include structure, properties, and reactions of the major organic and biological molecules and basic principles of metabolism. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical concepts needed to pursue studies in related professional fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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CHM 151 - General Chemistry I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, ENG 111 and MAT 121 , or MAT 143 , or MAT 152 , or MAT 171
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers fundamental principles and laws of chemistry. Topics include measurement, atomic and molecular structure, periodicity, chemical reactions, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, and solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical laws and concepts as needed in CHM 152 . This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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CHM 152 - General Chemistry II
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: CHM 151
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a continuation of the study of the fundamental principles and laws of chemistry. Topics include kinetics, equilibrium, ionic and redox equations, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, introduction to nuclear and organic chemistry, and complexions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of chemical concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry and related professional fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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CHM 251 - Organic Chemistry I
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: CHM 152
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM 252 . This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CHM 252 - Organic Chemistry II
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take: CHM 251
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides continuation of the systematic study of the theories, principles, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, amines and heterocyclics; multi-step synthesis will be emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of organic concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry and related professional fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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Criminal Justice |
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CJC 110 - Basic Law Enforcement BLET
Credits: 20
Class: 10 Lab: 30
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the basic skills and knowledge needed for entry-level employment as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina. Topics include those mandated by North Carolina Administration Code as essential for functioning in law enforcement. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate competence in the topics required for the state comprehensive certification examination.
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CJC 111 - Intro to Criminal Justice
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the components and processes of the criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and philosophy of the criminal justice system and their relationship to life in our society. Upon completion, students should be able to define and describe the major system components and their interrelationships and evaluate career options. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 112 - Criminology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past, present, and future social control initiatives; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response.
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CJC 113 - Juvenile Justice
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the juvenile justice system and related juvenile issues. Topics include an overview of the juvenile justice system, treatment and prevention programs, special areas and laws unique to juveniles, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss juvenile court structure/procedures, function and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing/detention of juveniles, and case disposition.
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CJC 121 - Law Enforcement Operations
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces fundamental law enforcement operations. Topics include the contemporary evolution of law enforcement operations and related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain theories, practices, and issues related to law enforcement operations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 131 - Criminal Law
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the history/evolution/principles and contemporary applications of criminal law. Topics include sources of substantive law, classification of crimes, parties to crime, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsibility, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the sources of law and identify, interpret, and apply the appropriate statutes/elements.
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CJC 132 - Court Procedure & Evidence
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers judicial structure/process/procedure from incident to disposition, kinds and degrees of evidence, and the rules governing admissibility of evidence in court. Topics include consideration of state and federal courts, arrest, search and seizure laws, exclusionary and statutory rules of evidence, and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss procedures necessary to establish a lawful arrest/search, proper judicial procedures, and the admissibility of evidence.
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CJC 141 - Corrections
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current practices and problems of the field of corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions of the various components, alternatives to incarceration, treatment programs, inmate control, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the various components, processes, and functions of the correctional system. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement pre-major and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 161 - Introduction to Homeland Security
Credits: 3
Class: 3
This course introduces the historical, organizational and practical aspects of Homeland Security. Topics include a historic overview, definitions and concepts, organizational structure, communications, technology, mitigation, prevention and preparedness, response and recovery, and the future of Homeland Security. Upon completion, students should be able to explain essential characteristics of terrorism and Homeland Security, and define roles, functions and interdependency between agencies.
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CJC 212 - Ethics & Comm Relations
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers ethical considerations and accepted standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and professionals. Topics include ethical systems; social change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen involvement in criminal justice issues; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical considerations to the decision-making process in identifiable criminal justice situations.
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CJC 214 - Victimology
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is placed on roles/characteristics of victims, victim interaction with the criminal justice system and society, current victim assistance programs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and identify victims, the uniqueness of victims’ roles, and current victim assistance programs.
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CJC 221 - Investigative Principles
Credits: 4
Class: 3 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of the investigative process. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, information gathering techniques, collection/preservation of evidence, preparation of appropriate reports, court presentations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the investigative process, report preparation, and courtroom presentation.
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CJC 222 - Criminalistics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the functions of the forensic laboratory and its relationship to successful criminal investigations and prosecutions. Topics include advanced crime scene processing, investigative techniques, current forensic technologies, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and collect relevant evidence at simulated crime scenes and request appropriate laboratory analysis of submitted evidence.
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CJC 231 - Constitutional Law
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
The course covers the impact of the Constitution of the United States and its amendments on the criminal justice system. Topics include the structure of the Constitution and its amendments, court decisions pertinent to contemporary criminal justice issues, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the basic structure of the United States Constitution and the rights/procedures as interpreted by the courts.
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CJC 232 - Civil Liability
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers liability issues for the criminal justice professional. Topics include civil rights violations, tort liability, employment issues, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain civil trial procedures and discuss contemporary liability issues.
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CJC 240 - Law Enfor Mgt. & Supervis
Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides a study of the best known methods and practices of police leadership and management. Topics include the role of the manager in law enforcement, communications, time-management in law enforcement, managing problems, training and law enforcement productivity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss methods and practices capable of moving law enforcement agencies forward into the twenty-first century.
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Communication |
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COM 110 - Introduction to Communication
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human communication in a variety of contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Communication.
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COM 231 - Public Speaking
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): Local, DRE 097 or ENG 002
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved 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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Cosmetology |
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COS 111 - Cosmetology Concepts I
Credits: 4
Class: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, COS 112
This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
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COS 112 - Salon I
Credits: 8
Lab: 24
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, COS 111
This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services.
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COS 113 - Cosmetology Concepts II
Credits: 4
Class: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisite(s): Local, COS 114
This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
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COS 114 - Salon II
Credits: 8
Lab: 24
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisite(s): Local, COS 113
This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services.
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COS 115 - Cosmetology Concepts III
Credits: 4
Class: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisite(s): Local, COS 116
This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
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COS 116 - Salon III
Credits: 4
Lab: 12
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisite(s): Local, COS 115
This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services.
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COS 117 - Cosmetology Concepts IV
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisite(s): Local, COS 118
This course covers advanced cosmetology concepts. Topics include chemistry and hair structure, advanced cutting and design, and an overview of all cosmetology concepts in preparation for the licensing examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these cosmetology concepts and meet program completion requirements.
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COS 118 - Salon IV
Credits: 7
Lab: 21
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisite(s): Local, COS 117
This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in preparation for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements.
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Computer Science |
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CSC 121 - Python Programming
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces computer programming using the Python programming language. Emphasis is placed on common algorithms and programming principles utilizing the standard library distributed with Python. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, and debug Python language programs.
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CSC 134 - C++ Programming
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level. 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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CSC 139 - Visual BASIC Programming
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces computer programming using the Visual BASIC programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a beginning level. 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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CSC 151 - JAVA Programming
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces computer programming using the JAVA programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion students should be able to design, code, test, debug JAVA language programs. 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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CSC 239 - Advanced Visual BASIC Prog
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, CSC 139
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is a continuation of CSC 139 using the Visual BASIC programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects using the appropriate environment. 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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Computer Information Technology |
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CTS 115 - Info Sys Business Concepts
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
The course introduces the role of IT in managing business processes and the need for business process and IT alignment. Emphasis is placed on industry need for understanding business challenges and developing/managing information systems to contribute to the decision making process based on these challenges. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the ‘hybrid business manager’ and the potential offered by new technology and systems. 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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CTS 120 - Hardware/Software Support
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers.
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CTS 130 - Spreadsheet
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics include writing formulas, using functions, enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and print basic spreadsheets and charts.
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CTS 220 - Adv Hard/Software Support
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State: Take, CTS 120
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides advanced knowledge and competencies in hardware and operating system technologies for computer technicians to support personal computers. Emphasis is placed on: configuring and upgrading; diagnosis and troubleshooting; as well as preventive maintenance of hardware and system software. Upon completion, students should be able to install, configure, diagnose, perform preventive maintenance, and maintain basic networking on personal computers.
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CTS 240 - Project Management
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces computerized project management software. Topics include identifying critical paths, cost management, and problem solving. Upon completion, students should be able to plan a complete project and project time and costs accurately.
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CTS 285 - Systems Analysis & Design
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces established and evolving methodologies for the analysis, design, and development of an information system. Emphasis is placed on system characteristics, managing projects, prototyping, CASE/OOM tools, and systems development life cycle phases. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a problem and design an appropriate solution using a combination of tools and techniques.
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CTS 288 - Professional Practices in IT
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course provides students with the business skills needed for success in the information technology field. Topics include portfolio development, resume design, interviewing techniques and professional practices. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare themselves and their work for a career in the information technology field.
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Computer Tech Integration |
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CTI 110 - Web, Pgm, & Db Foundation
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the introduction of the tools and resources available to students in programming, mark-up language and services on the Internet. Topics include standard mark-up language Internet services, creating web pages, using search engines, file transfer programs; and database design and creation with DBMS products. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of programming tools, deploy a web-site with mark-up tools, and create a simple database table.
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CTI 120 - Network & Sec Foundation
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces students to the Network concepts, including networking terminology and protocols, local and wide area networks, and network standards. Emphasis is placed on securing information systems and the various implementation policies. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic tasks related to networking mathematics, terminology, media and protocols.
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CTI 140 - Virtualization Concepts
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces operating system virtualization. Emphasis is placed on virtualization terminology, virtual machine storage, virtual networking and access control. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of virtual machines.
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CTI 141 - Cloud & Storage Concepts
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces cloud computing and storage concepts. Emphasis is placed on cloud terminology, virtualization, storage networking and access control. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of cloud storage systems.
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Culinary |
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CUL 110 - Sanitation & Safety
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, CUL 110A
This course introduces the basic principles of sanitation and safety relative to the hospitality industry. Topics include personal hygiene, sanitation and safety regulations, use and care of equipment, the principles of food-borne illness, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the content necessary for successful completion of a nationally recognized food/safety/sanitation exam.
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CUL 110A - Sanitation & Safety Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 110
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skill in the basic principles of sanitation and safety. Emphasis is placed on personal hygiene, sanitation and safety regulations, use and care of equipment, the principles of food-borne illness, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of sanitation and safety procedures in the hospitality industry.
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CUL 112 - Nutrition for Foodservice
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, CUL 112A
This course covers the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the foodservice industry. Topics include personal nutrition fundamentals, weight management, exercise, nutritional adaptation/analysis of recipes/menus, healthy cooking techniques and marketing nutrition in a foodservice operation. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts to food preparation and selection.
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CUL 112A - Nutrition for Fdsv Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 112
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the foodservice industry. Emphasis is placed on personal nutrition fundamentals, weight management/exercise, nutritional adaptation/analysis of recipes/menus, healthy cooking techniques and marketing nutrition in a foodservice operation. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts to food preparation and selection.
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CUL 120 - Purchasing
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, CUL 120A
This course covers purchasing for foodservice operations. Emphasis is placed on yield tests, procurement, negotiating, inventory control, product specification, purchasing ethics, vendor relationships, food product specifications and software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to apply effective purchasing techniques based on the end-use of the product.
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CUL 120A - Purchasing Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 120
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in purchasing for foodservice operations. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences in yield tests, procurement, negotiating, inventory control, product specification, purchasing ethics, vendor relationships, food product specifications and software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of purchasing within the hospitality industry.
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CUL 130 - Menu Design
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): Local, MAT 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces menu design and its relationship to foodservice operations. Topics include layout, marketing, concept development, dietary concerns, product utilization, target consumers and trends. Upon completion, students should be able to design, create and produce menus for a variety of foodservice settings.
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CUL 135 - Food & Beverage Service
Credits: 2
Class: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, CUL 135A
This course is designed to cover the practical skills and knowledge necessary for effective food and beverage service in a variety of settings. Topics include greeting/service of guests, dining room setup, profitability, menu sales and merchandising, service styles and reservations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in human relations and the skills required in the service of foods and beverages.
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CUL 135A - Food & Beverage Serv Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 135
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in effective food and beverage service. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences including greeting/service of guests, dining room set-up, profitability, menu sales and merchandising, service styles and reservations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of human relations and the skills required in the service of foods and beverages.
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CUL 140 - Culinary Skills I
Credits: 5
Class: 2 Lab: 6
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 110
This course introduces the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques in basic cookery, and moist, dry and combination heat. Emphasis is placed on recipe conversion, measurements, terminology, classical knife cuts, safe food/equipment handling, flavorings/seasonings, stocks/sauces/soups, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit the basic cooking skills used in the foodservice industry.
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CUL 150 - Food Science
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): Local, CUL 150A
This course covers the chemical and physical changes in foods that occur with cooking, handling, and processing. Emphasis is placed on practical application of heat transfer and its effect on color/flavor/texture, emulsification, protein coagulation, leavening agents, viscosity, and gel formation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles as they apply to food preparation in an experimental setting.
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CUL 150A - Food Science Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 150
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills with the chemical and physical changes that occur in food when cooking, handling and processing. Emphasis is placed on practical applications of heat transfer and its effect on color/flavor/texture, emulsification, protein coagulation, leavening agents, viscosity and gel formation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles as they apply to food preparation in an experimental setting.
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CUL 160 - Baking I
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, CUL 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers basic ingredients, techniques, weights and measures, baking terminology and formula calculations. Topics include yeast/chemically leavened products, laminated doughs, pastry dough batter, pies/tarts, meringue, custard, cakes and cookies, icings, glazes and basic sauces. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper scaling and measurement techniques, and prepare and evaluate a variety of bakery products.
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CUL 170 - Garde Manger I
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, CUL 110
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic cold food preparation techniques and pantry production. Topics include salads, sandwiches, appetizers, dressings, basic garnishes, cheeses, cold sauces, and related food items. Upon completion, students should be able to lay out a basic cold food display and exhibit an understanding of the cold kitchen and its related terminology.
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CUL 230 - Global Cuisines
Credits: 5
Class: 1 Lab: 8
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: CUL 110 and CUL 140
Corequisite(s): Local, CUL 230A
This course provides practical experience in the planning, preparation, and presentation of representative foods from a variety of world cuisines. Emphasis is placed on indigenous ingredients and customs, nutritional concerns, and cooking techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to research and execute a variety of international and domestic menus.
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CUL 230A - Global Cuisines Lab
Credits: 1
Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: CUL 110 and CUL 140
Corequisite(s): State, CUL 230
This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills with cuisines from around the world. Emphasis is placed on production of global cuisines based on historical and geographical influences, ingredients, customs, and cooking techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit an understanding of the culinary practices and techniques of specific countries.
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CUL 240 - Culinary Skills II
Credits: 5
Class: 1 Lab: 8
Prerequisite(s): State, CUL 110 and CUL 140
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to further students’ knowledge of the fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques involved in basic cookery. Emphasis is placed on meat identification/fabrication, butchery and cooking techniques/methods; appropriate vegetable/starch accompaniments; compound sauces; plate presentation; breakfast cookery; and quantity food preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, execute, and successfully serve entrees with complementary side items.
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CUL 260 - Baking II
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, CUL 110 and CUL 160
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to further students’ knowledge in ingredients, weights and measures, baking terminology and formula calculation. Topics include classical desserts, frozen desserts, cake and torte production, decorating and icings/glazes, dessert plating and presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate pastry preparation, plating, and dessert buffet production skills.
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CUL 270 - Garde Manger II
Credits: 3
Class: 1 Lab: 4
Prerequisite(s): State, CUL 110 , CUL 140 , and CUL 170
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed to further students’ knowledge in basic cold food preparation techniques and pantry production. Topics include pâtés, terrines, galantines, decorative garnishing skills, carving, charcuterie, smoking, canapés, hors d’oeuvres, and related food items. Upon completion, students should be able to design, set up, and evaluate a catering/event display to include a cold buffet with appropriate showpieces.
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CUL 275 - Catering Cuisine
Credits: 5
Class: 1 Lab: 8
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: CUL 110 , CUL 140 , and CUL 240
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the sequential steps to successful catering that include sales, client needs, menu planning, purchasing, costing, event pricing, staffing and sanitation concerns. Emphasis is placed on new culinary competencies and skills specific to catering preparation, presentation, and customer service. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the successful design and execution of various types of catering events.
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CUL 283 - Farm-To-Table
Credits: 5
Class: 2 Lab: 6
Prerequisite(s): State, Take All: CUL 110 and CUL 140
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces students to the cooperation between sustainable farmers and foodservice operations. Emphasis is placed on environmental relationships, including how foods are grown, processed, and distributed, as well as related implications on quality and sustainability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental stewardship and its impact on cuisine.
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Cyber Crime Technology |
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CCT 110 - Intro to Cyber Crime
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces and explains the various types of offenses that qualify as cyber crime activity. Emphasis is placed on identifying cyber crime activity and the response to these problems from both the private and public domains. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately describe and define cyber crime activities and select an appropriate response to deal with the problem.
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Database Management Technology |
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DBA 110 - Database Concepts
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Emphasis is placed on data dictionaries, normalization, data integrity, data modeling, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement normalized database structures by creating simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms.
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Drafting |
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DFT 119 - Basic CAD
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces computer-aided drafting software for specific technologies to non-drafting majors. Emphasis is placed on understanding the software command structure and drafting standards for specific technical fields. Upon completion, students should be able to create and plot basic drawings.
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DFT 120 - Advanced CAD
Credits: 2
Class: 1 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): State, DFT 119
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is designed for non-drafting majors to build upon basic computer-aided drafting skills by the use of application-specific assignments. Emphasis is placed on advanced 2D, 3D, isometric, and modeling applications via the CAD system. Upon completion, students should be able to generate, manage, and output engineering drawings via the computer, printer, and plotter.
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DFT 151 - CAD I
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing.
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DFT 152 - CAD II
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces extended CAD applications. Emphasis is placed upon intermediate applications of CAD skills. Upon completion, students should be able to use extended CAD applications to generate and manage drawings.
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DFT 154 - Intro Solid Modeling
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course is an introduction to basic three-dimensional solid modeling and design software. Topics include basic design, creation, editing, rendering and analysis of solid models, and creation of multiview drawings. Upon completion, students should be able to use design techniques to create, edit, render and generate a multiview drawing.
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DFT 170 - Engineering Graphics
Credits: 3
Class: 2 Lab: 2
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces basic engineering graphics skills and applications. Topics include sketching, selection and use of current methods and tools, and the use of engineering graphics applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic engineering graphics principles and practices. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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Economics |
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ECO 251 - Prin of Microeconomics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry choices in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor markets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and business alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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ECO 252 - Prin of Macroeconomics
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces economic analysis of aggregate employment, income, and prices. Topics include major schools of economic thought; aggregate supply and demand; economic measures, fluctuations, and growth; money and banking; stabilization techniques; and international trade. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate national economic components, conditions, and alternatives for achieving socioeconomic goals. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in social/behavioral sciences. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course.
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Education |
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EDU 119 - Intro to Early Child Educ
Credits: 4
Class: 4
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces the foundations of early childhood education, the diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning intentional developmentally appropriate experiences for each child. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning standards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethical conduct, quality inclusive environments, and curriculum responsive to the needs of each child/family. Upon completion, students should be able to design a career/professional development plan, and appropriate environments, schedules, and activity plans.
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EDU 131 - Child, Family, and Community
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers the development of partnerships between culturally, linguistically and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing, supporting, and maintaining respectful, collaborative relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appropriate relationship building strategies between diverse families, children, schools, and communities and demonstrate a variety of communication skills including appropriate use of technology to support every child.
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EDU 144 - Child Development I
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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EDU 145 - Child Development II
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): State, Take One: DRE 097, ENG 002 , or ENG 111
This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development, and identify evidence-based strategies for enhancing development for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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EDU 146 - Child Guidance
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate developmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/supportive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assessments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/indirect strategies to encourage social skills, self-regulation, emotional expression and positive behaviors while recognizing the relationship between children’s social, emotional and cognitive development.
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EDU 151 - Creative Activities
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course introduces developmentally supportive creative learning environments with attention to divergent thinking, creative problem-solving, evidence-based teaching practices, and openended learning materials while applying NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Emphasis is placed on observation of process driven learning experiences in art, music, creative movement, dance, and dramatics for every young child age birth through eight, integrated through all domains and academic content. Upon completion, students should be able to examine, create, and adapt developmentally creative learning materials, experiences, and environments for children that are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
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EDU 153 - Health, Safety and Nutrition
Credits: 3
Class: 3
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
This course covers promotions and maintaining the health and well-being of every child. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, health benefits of active play, recognition and reporting of abuse/neglect, and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to apply knowledge of NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development for health, safety, nutritional needs and safe learning environments.
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