May 15, 2024

2011-2012 Catalog

2011-2012 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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American Sign Language
	ASL 102 - American Sign Language II Lab NULL Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 1.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	ASL 110 - Fingerspelling I Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASL 101 or ASL 131 This course develops students’ understanding of the use of finger spelling in the context of American Sign Language and then strives to assist students in developing fluency and clarity as they increase their receptive and expressive finger-spelling speed. This class starts with a review of finger spelling hand shapes, which the student learned in previous classes. Emphasis will be placed on learning finger spelling as phonetic elements used in the English Language as well as Configuration, Content, and Cloze skills. Credits: 2 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	ASL 131 - Conversational American Sign Language I Prerequisite: No prerequisites required This course gives students a first look at American Sign Language. Readiness activities are conducted focusing on visual/receptive skills and basic communication. Students will have an opportunity to develop a rudimentary syntactic knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL), a rudimentary vocabulary and rudimentary conversational skills. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	ASL 201 - American Sign Language III Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 102 Reviews American Sign Language vocabulary, language functions and grammatical structures presented in ASL 101 and ASL 102 . Focuses on grammatical and vocabulary expansion with emphasis on idiomatic usage and socio-cultural communicative functions. Continues development of communicative competence in ASL to enable students to express opinions, detail descriptions and participate in lengthier discourse and sign narratives. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 4.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	ASL 201 - American Sign Language III Lab NULL Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 1.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	ASL 202 - American Sign Language IV Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASL 201 or permission of academic chair A continuation of ASL 201 . Further development of American Sign Language communication skills and vocabulary with emphasis on spontaneous conversation, discussions and narratives Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 4.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	ASL 202 - American Sign Language IV Lab NULL Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 1.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
Biology
	BIO 100 - Biology Concepts Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 89 and TRM 90 A one semester introductory course for non-majors covering basic principles of biology and methods of scientific inquiry. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 100 - Biology Concepts Lab NULL Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 181 - General Biology (Majors) I SUN Number: BIO 1181 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRM 90 and TRE 89 This is the first in a two-course sequence designed for science majors. The course will provide a broad overview of life on earth today and how life has changed over time. The course deals with the basic mechanisms of life-cell structure and function, biochemistry, metabolism, energetics, genetics and evolution. The lab will compliment the lectures. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 181 - General Biology (Majors) I Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 182 - General Biology (Majors) II SUN Number: BIO 1182 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 89 and TRM 91 Covers the current classification, structure, and life-history of organisms. The structure and function of human organ systems will also be examined in detail. Additionally, the evolutionary forces and ecological stimuli for patterns of adaptation will also be examined. Laboratory experiences will provide students with an appreciation and knowledge of the tremendous diversity seen in the living world. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 182 - General Biology (Majors) II Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I SUN Number: BIO 2201 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 89 and TRM 91 Study of human anatomy and physiology using a body system approach with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Topics covered include: basic anatomical and directional terminology; fundamental concepts and principles of cell biology; histology; the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems; special senses; and the endocrine system. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 202 - Human Anatomy And Physiology II SUN Number: BIO 2202 Prerequisite: One semester of college level biology (BIO 100 or BIO 181 ) or appropriate score on BIO Competency Exam Continuing study of human anatomy and physiology using a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. The topics covered include: the cardiovascular system; the lymphatic system and immunity; the respiratory system; the gastrointestinal system; the urinary system; fluid/electrolyte and acid/base balance; and the reproductive systems. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 205 - Microbiology SUN Number: BIO 2205 Prerequisite: One semester of college level biology (BIO 100 or BIO 181 )or appropriate score on BIO Competency Exam A study of the structure, function, and classification of microorganisms and their application to industrial, agricultural, and medical problems. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 205 - Microbiology Lab Prerequisite: Successful completion of BIO 100 or BIO 181 or permission of academic chair Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 290 - Field Biology I Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in BIO 100 or BIO 181 or permission of academic chair An introduction to biological field studies focusing on the identification of plants and animals and observing them in their natural environments. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 2.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BIO 291 - Field Biology II Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in BIO 100 or BIO 181 or permission of academic chair Introduction to biological assessment of disturbed natural communities. Comparisons will be made between undisturbed natural communities and disturbed communities focusing on diversity and abundance of plant and animal species. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 2.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
Building Trades
	BTR 100 - Blueprint Reading Prerequisite: Appropriate assessment score or successful completion of TRE 89 A course designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to read complete sets of working drawings for residential and light commercial construction projects. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BTR 105 - Basic Trades Safety Prerequisite: Appropriate score of Compass of 70 or higher in reading Covers safe shop practices and techniques, including OSHA rules and regulations, tools of the trade, use of personal protective equipment, ladder handling, confined spaces, and hazardous conditions. Emphasizes safe work habits, workplace and employability skills. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BTR 121 - Estimating for Residential and Commercial Building Covers techniques of estimating, familiarization with estimation of building construction costs, quantity take-off surveys, lab or productivity rates, local cost factors, overhead and profit, and short- and long-term arrangements. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
Business and Entrepreneurship
	BUE 101 - Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 . An overview of business principles and leading-edge practices that examines in-depth the major issues in owning a business and that will shape the future of business: entrepreneurship, small business management, business ethics, economics, financial markets, customer satisfaction, quality, career development, global business and the impact of technology. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 102 - Human Behavior in the Workplace Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 Explores the importance of effective communication in our personal lives, in the world of business and as a business owner-entrepreneur. Students scrutinize practical business applications such as employee motivation, handling customer complaints, and effectively resolving conflict in the workplace. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 105 - Business English Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 Using examples from business, this course fine-tunes the basic principles of grammar, punctuation, capitalization, number styles, spelling and vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on extensive application of the use of these principles through paragraph, memo, and business letter writing. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 110 - Business Math Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRM 90 , PCS 021 and TRE 89 . This course covers the practical application of mathematics through the use of formulas for pricing decisions, interest computations, accounting valuations, currency exchange, metric quantities and elementary descriptive statistics. Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 120 - Managing and Supervising Techniques Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 Surveys the principles of management. Emphasis on the primary functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling with a balance between the behavioral and operational approach. Includes the principles and techniques of supervising and motivating personnel. Focuses on the human interaction in supervision. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 130 - Financial Management for Entrepreneurs Prerequisite: Successful completion of ACC 125 Explore sources of money and financing for starting and growing a business including debt and equity. The tools and methods used for making sound business decisions will be examined, including financial products and services available from commercial banks, suppliers and the Small Business Administration. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 175 - Business Ethics Prerequisite: Successful completion of BUE 101 This course explores concepts that are relevant to resolving ethical issues in the work place. Students will develop the problem-solving, reasoning and analytical skills needed to make logical decisions. Students will also obtain the skills needed to identify the ethical issues involved in the management of specific problem areas in the workplace. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 250 - Entrepreneurial Management Prerequisite: Permission of academic chair This is the capstone course and explores the problems involved in establishing, owning, and improving small business operations and being an entrepreneur. It includes marketing to customers, hiring and managing employees, securing financing, monitoring performance, changing location, planning for expansion, and considering a legal form for the business. The value, content, and preparation of the business plan are addressed throughout the course. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 260 - Global Management Prerequisite: Successful completion of BUE 175 This course explores the concepts of global management, including cultural, religious and political differences and how they pertain to management of these companies. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 275 - Effective Leadership for Entrepreneurs Prerequisite: Successful completion of BUE 120 . Corequisite: BUE 260 Explores leadership skills of entrepreneurs. Learn concepts for motivating and leading employees in the workplace. Techniques used to improve relationships between supervisors and employees to minimize conflict, improve employee morale and productivity will be examined. The impact of cultural diversity in the workplace will be emphasized throughout the course. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
Business
	BUS 161 - Marketing Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 & TRE 89 Analyzes the theoretical marketing processes and the strategies of product development, pricing, promotion and distribution, and their applications to businesses and the individual consumer. Includes the development of a marketing plan. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 162 - Retailing and Customer Service Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 & TRE 89 Examines the basic principles and techniques of merchandising, operations, layout, store organization, site location, and customer service with an emphasis on retailing operations. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 202 - Legal Environment of Business Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 & TRE 89 An examination of how the legal environment impacts the business world and what implications there are for the decision-maker. Included will be coverage of the legal framework, regulations, ethical considerations, and case analysis. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 204 - Business Communications Prerequisite: Successful completion of BUE 105 or ENG 101 Develops written and oral communication used in the workplace including preparation of business letters, memorandums, written and oral reports, resumes, and use of relevant communication equipment. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 206 - Micro Economics SUN Number: ECN 2202 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 Study of interaction of individuals, households, and firms in making production, consumption, and distribution decisions with their attendant social consequences. The relationship of consumer behavior to demand, and firm behavior to supply, in capitalistic and mixed-market systems, is overlaid. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 207 - Macro Economics SUN Number: ECN 2201 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 Introduction to the economizing problem: unlimited wants with scarce resources; a description of the various sectors of our economy, national income and its determination, monetary and fiscal policies, economic growth, externalities, international economics and global interdependence. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 208 - Business Statistics Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 89 and MAT 151 or permission of academic chair Basic study of business statistics including the collection, tabulation and analysis of business and economic data. Included will be averages, dispersion and statistical decision making, correlations and regression and business forecasting. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 221 - Financial Accounting SUN Number: ACC 2201 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and ACC 125 The study of the principles of accounting in order to develop financial data for partnerships and corporations. The major topics covered include: accounting as an information system; accounting measurement; Generally Accepting Accounting Principles (GAAP); professional ethics and the accounting profession; financial reporting, analysis, and performance evaluation; cash flow management; and accounting for short-term financial assets, inventories, current liabilities, long-term assets, long-term liabilities, contributed capital, and long-term investments. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 222 - Managerial Accounting SUN Number: ACC 2202 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and BUS 221 or permission of academic chair. Evaluates accounting information from a managerial perspective. Develops and analyzes accounting information for managerial planning and control. Microsoft Excel or general ledger software will be used in this class. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 247 - Human Resource Management Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 Compares and contrasts the contemporary issues, theories and principles used to effectively manage human resources. Topics include recruiting, hiring, compensation and benefits, training and development, employee relations and legal issues. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
Child Development Associate Pathway
	CDA 101A - Safety, Health and Nutrition Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021 This course provides an introduction to the study of comprehensive health, mental health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood group settings, including regulatory guidelines. The focus is on applying practical guidelines to create and to maintain a healthy and safe environment for children. This includes assessing each childÆs health status, studying nutritional needs of children, learning communicable disease prevention, designing emergency and evacuation plans, and making a risk analysis, as well as current topics, resources, and cutting edge practices. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 101B - A Learning Environment in Early Childhood Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021. This course is an introduction to the theories and principles for arranging effective indoor and outdoor learning environments in early childhood settings. Emphasis is on how to analyze spaces, design and maintain well-organized learning places, which stimulate optimal cognitive, social, and physical development in attractive learning centers with age-appropriate equipment and materials providing high quality early childhood education. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 101C - Principles of Child Development and Curriculum Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PSC 021 This course provides a basic overview of theories, research and trends in human development from prenatal to age five, and application of the fundamental principles of child development to effectively design and implement curriculum which promotes development of the whole child. Introduction to methods and materials to assist young children in the learning process with an emphasis on the arts, movement, dramatic play, technology, and sensory activities, all within the context of creativity, observation, and developmentally appropriate activities. An overview of assessment strategies used to support childrenÆs learning are explored. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 102A - Physical Development Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PSC 021 This course focuses on issues of physical fitness and well-being in young children which support the childÆs right to play and learn in an inclusive environment. Best practice activities will be addressed which develop large and small motor skills and the five senses. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 102B - Intellectual Development Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021 This course focuses on the intellectual development of children 0-5 by investigating theories, trends, and principles of cognitive growth. Focus on activities to strengthen childrenÆs early literacy skills such as the use of spoken language, listening skills, and increasing vocabulary. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 102C - Social,Emotional and Self-Concept Development Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021 This course provides an overview of social, emotional, and self-concept theory which impacts childrenÆs lives in an early childhood educational setting. Developmentally- appropriate activities and experiences which provide children opportunities to develop a healthy self-concept, an emotional IQ, and social competency within a group will be a focus of this class. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 103 - Program Operation and Professionalism Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021 This course addresses professionalism in the early childhood field, including a history of the profession, ethical behavior, advocacy for improved programs and services for children and their families, and a commitment to professional growth. It also addresses the philosophy of child care services including the standards set by the National Council for Professional Recognition, the Association for Child Development, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Students are encouraged to apply to and to complete final requirements for CDA certificate. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 103A - Observation, Behavior and Guidance Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021 An introductory course which explores the research and techniques for guiding children in early childhood education with a focus on individual child and adult needs for a disciplined environment. Areas of focus are objective observation and record keeping techniques, guidance, behavior modification techniques, listening skills, and classroom management. Meaningful two-way communication is emphasized. Emphasis on providing an environment in which children can learn and practice behaviors which are appropriate and acceptable individually and in a group. Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 103B - Understanding Families and Communities Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of PCS 021 This course provides an overview within the field of family life education. Emphasis is on developing flexible, culturally sensitive, and effective communication skills to insure each childÆs culture, language, ethnicity, and family structure is recognized and valued. It examines barriers which limit fathersÆ involvement and identifies strategies to enhance father involvement with their children. Students will learn techniques such as assertiveness training and problem-solving to use when holding parent conferences, community meetings and making home visits to strengthen and to involve parents and the community in the early childhood program. Credits: 1 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 1.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
Chemical Dependency Studies
	CHD 100 - Foundations Of Chemical Dependency Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRE 89 Introduction to the foundations of the alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation fields. Emphasis is on the roles and responsibilities of the addiction paraprofessional counselor, ethical issues, pharmacology, family dynamics, dual diagnosis, intervention techniques, self-help groups, levels of care, symptom identification, and conducting alcohol/drug histories. Interactive work stressed. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 102 - Communication Skills in Chemical Dependency Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRE 89 and CHD 100 Further examination and refinement of communication and beginning paraprofessional counseling skills as they relate to the chemically dependent client and family members. Emphasis is on practicing the application of these skills in various situations associated with treatment planning. Recordkeeping/documentation skills are emphasized. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 110 - Biological Systems Pharmacology of the Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRE 89 , CHD 100 , and PSY 101 Exploration of the physiological effects of chemical use on human biological systems and human development. Emphasizes human anatomy and physiology, and the identification and management of chemically induced crises situations. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 120 - Professional Ethics in Counseling the Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRE 89 and CHD 100 Exploration of topics relative to the professional and ethical development of the chemical dependency counselor, including manpower utilization, professionalism, and the meeting of individual counselor needs within the field. Credits: 2 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 150 - Principles of Self-Help Groups Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRE 89 and CHD 100 Overview of the fundamental principles, concepts and historical antecedents of the various self-help groups. Emphasis is on the self-help groups of Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, Al-Ateen, Narcotics Anonymous, Codependents Anonymous, and Adult Children of Alcoholics. Credits: 2 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 161 - Beginning Interviewing and Documentation Skills Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of CHD 100 & CHD 102 Overview of interviewing/paraprofessional counseling and documentation skills. Recordkeeping/documentation skills. Alcohol and drug abuse paraprofessional counselor core functions emphasized. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 165 - Theory and Techniques in the Treatement of the Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of CHD 100 . Overview of the 12 Core Functions of the Chemical Dependency Counselor, the two stages of counseling and introduction to counseling theories. Students will be exposed to beginning paraprofessional counseling skills as they apply to the field of chemical dependency therapy. Credits: 2 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 220 - Family Dynamics and Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 101 , CHD 100 , CHD 161 , CHD 165 Analysis of the impact of addictions on all the members of a family. Interviewing, assessment and therapeutic approaches particularly useful for these family members presented. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 226 - Counseling Multicultural And Diverse Populations Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 101 , CHD 100 , CHD 161 , CHD 165 , CHD 220 Exploration of implications of chemical use on multicultural and diverse populations. Emphasis is on area influences as well as the impact of paraprofessional relationships. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 236 - Recovery and Relapse of the Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENG 101 , CHD 100 , CHD 161 , CHD 165 , CHD 220 Introduction to the foundations of alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation field. Emphasis is on the roles and responsibilities of the addition paraprofessional counselor, ethical issues, pharmacology, family dynamics, dual diagnosis, intervention techniques, self-help groups, levels of care, symptom identification, and conducting alcohol/drug histories. Interactive work stressed. Credits: 2 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 245 - Dual Diagnosis Prerequisite: Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHD 100 This course explores concepts, definitions, and features of co-occurring mental disorders and substance-related disorders from a bio-psycho-social model. Addresses the intake process, diagnosis, counseling, treatment planning and integrated treatment as part of service coordination to dual-diagnosed clients. Credits: 2 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 2.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 250 - Group Intervention with the Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Successful Completion of CHD 100 & CHD 165 Focus on group dynamics and group process as they relate to chemical dependency. Exploration of group developmental stages, family intervention models, various counseling approaches/techniques and their applications to therapeutic, education and family groups. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 275 - Advanced Theory and Techniques in the Treatment of the Chemically Dependent Prerequisite: Successful Completion of ENG 101 , PSY 101 , CHD 100 , CHD 110 , CHD 120 , CHD 150 , CHD 161 , CHD 165 , CHD 220 , CHD 226 , CHD 245 , CHD 250 Capstone course for Chemical Dependency Studies program. Focus is on chemical dependency counseling theories and techniques used by chemical dependency paraprofessionals as they relate to the client and family members throughout the treatment process. Emphasis is on critical thinking in application of counseling models. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHD 280 - Chemical Dependency Practicum Prerequisite: Successful Completion of ENG 101 , PSY 101 , CHD 100 , CHD 110 , CHD 120 , CHD 150 , CHD 161 , CHD 165 , CHD 220 , CHD 226 , CHD 245 , CHD 250 Corequisite: CHD 275 Opportunity for advanced student to use his/her developed knowledge and skills in an applied setting with supervision. Credits: 6 Lab Hours: 12.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
Chemistry
	CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry SUN Number: CHM 1130 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRM 91 and TRE 89 Fundamental chemistry covers principles of inorganic chemistry designed for programs requiring a year or less of chemistry, and for students proceeding on to one semester of organic chemistry. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 140 - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHM 130 Continuation of CHM 130 , Emphasizes the importance of organic chemistry as the basis for the study of some important life processes. Includes the classification, structure and general chemical behavior or organic and biochemical compounds and systems. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 140 - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: NULL Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 151 - General Chemistry I SUN Number: CHM 1151 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 89 and MAT 121 . Principles of inorganic chemistry, including molecules and ions, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, quantum theory and the periodic table, chemical bonding, proper use of lab equipment, and the use and application of the scientific method. This course is appropriate for students majoring in science and other programs requiring more than one year of chemistry. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 151 - General Chemistry I Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 152 - General Chemistry II SUN Number: CHM 1152 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHM 151 A continuation of the study of inorganic chemistry begun in CHM 151 . Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 152 - General Chemistry II Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 235 - General Organic Chemistry I SUN Number: CHM 2235 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHM 152 Studies the properties and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic organic with emphasis being placed on reaction mechanism, fundamental principles, and modern instrumental methods. Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 235 - General Organic Chemistry I Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 236 - General Organic Chemistry II SUN Number: CHM 2236 Prerequisite: Successful completion of CHM 235 A continuation of the study of organic chemistry begun in CHM 235 . Credits: 4 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 236 - General Organic Chemistry II Lab Credits: 0 Lab Hours: 3.00 Lecture Hours: 0.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
Computer Information Systems
	CIS 105 - Computers for Beginners Designed for the beginning computer user to learn introductory concepts and how to use an operating system, process text and navigate the Internet. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 110 - Intro to Computer Info Systems Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 89 An introduction to hardware, software, data structures, information systems analysis, and other topics regarding the computer. Content covers historical and contemporary topics, and is oriented toward the use of the computer for professional, business and educational problem solving. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 115 - A+ Computer Technology Hardware Prepares students to maintain personal computers. Part of a two course series that prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams. Computer Repair I emphasizes the hardware area and can be taken concurrently with CIS 116 . Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 116 - A+ Computer Technology Software Prepares students to maintain personal computers. Part of a two course series that prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams. Computer Repair II emphasizes the software area and can be taken concurrently with CIS 115 . Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 120 - Introduction to Programming Takes an in-depth look at programming concepts and techniques. Theoretical concepts along with practical hands-on projects will be used when examining programming techniques. This course will explore the advancement of program development, as well as, problem solving strategies. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 125 - Basic Game Design and Creation Provides students with an introduction to game design and development. Topics include creating objects, events, and multiple levels of game interaction. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 131 - Microsoft Office Suite The Microsoft Office Suite is used extensively in the workplace because of its versatility and the ability of each of its products to work together. This course will cover the basic functions of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 135 - Microsoft Access Database Learn to use Access for database design and management. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert Access Exam. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 136 - Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets Learn to use Excel to manage financial calculations, as well as to work with formulas, charts and graphics to develop a professional worksheet. Prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Proficient and Expert Exams. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 138 - Microsoft Word Learn to format, print, and streamline your word processing tasks with Microsoft Word. This course prepares the students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Proficient and Expert Word Exams. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 140 - Desktop Publishing Provides the techniques and information necessary to create text and graphic materials suitable for desktop publishing projects using Adobe InDesign. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 141 - Microsoft Powerpoint Presentations This course is an introduction to using multimedia presentation software. PowerPoint allows the user to create digital presentations that include graphics, animation, sounds and videos. This course also prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist [MOS] Expert PowerPoint Exam. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 143 - Web Page Design I This class teaches web page design techniques using the Macromedia Dreamweaver editing software to create web sites that include hyperlinks, graphics and text. Design issues such as creating successful web pages for target audiences and search engine placement are also included in this course. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 145 - Photoshop I A beginning course in learning the fundamental concepts and features of image manipulation using the most popular program in the industry. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 153 - Networking Essentials Provides the basic building blocks of networks and gives students experience in planning and using them to create a network. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 156 - Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 153 or permission of academic chair or program director Designed for the student who needs to learn the basics of network firewall security to prevent intrusion and destruction of computerized information. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 200 - Programming and Game Development With Visual Basic Basic.Net Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 120 or permission of academic chair or program director Presents programming and game development concepts using Microsoft’s Visual Basic. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 204 - Programming and Game Development In C++ Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 120 or permission of academic chair or program director Presents programming and game development concepts using the C++ programming language. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 206 - Programming for the Web in Javascript Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 120 and CIS 143 or permission of academic chair or program coordinator Presents fundamental concepts in JavaScript programming for web page applications. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 208 - Programming In C# Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 120 or permission of academic chair or program director Uses C#, an object-oriented programming language, to create projects using structured programming, function calling and parameter passing concepts. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 210 - Data Base Management and SQL Design Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 110 or permission of academic chair or program director Provides students with an introduction to database management and beginning SQL concepts, and design methodology. Credits: 3 Lab Hours: 0.00 Lecture Hours: 3.00 Credit Type: CR Search Course Schedule for availability

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ASL 102 - American Sign Language II Lab

ASL 110 - Fingerspelling I

ASL 131 - Conversational American Sign Language I

ASL 201 - American Sign Language III

ASL 201 - American Sign Language III Lab

ASL 202 - American Sign Language IV

ASL 202 - American Sign Language IV Lab

BIO 100 - Biology Concepts

BIO 100 - Biology Concepts Lab

BIO 181 - General Biology (Majors) I

BIO 181 - General Biology (Majors) I Lab

BIO 182 - General Biology (Majors) II

BIO 182 - General Biology (Majors) II Lab

BIO 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

BIO 201 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab

BIO 202 - Human Anatomy And Physiology II

BIO 202 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab

BIO 205 - Microbiology

BIO 205 - Microbiology Lab

BIO 290 - Field Biology I

BIO 291 - Field Biology II

BTR 100 - Blueprint Reading

BTR 105 - Basic Trades Safety

BTR 121 - Estimating for Residential and Commercial Building

BUE 101 - Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship

BUE 102 - Human Behavior in the Workplace

BUE 105 - Business English

BUE 110 - Business Math

BUE 120 - Managing and Supervising Techniques

BUE 130 - Financial Management for Entrepreneurs

BUE 175 - Business Ethics

BUE 250 - Entrepreneurial Management

BUE 260 - Global Management

BUE 275 - Effective Leadership for Entrepreneurs

BUS 161 - Marketing

BUS 162 - Retailing and Customer Service

BUS 202 - Legal Environment of Business

BUS 204 - Business Communications

BUS 206 - Micro Economics

BUS 207 - Macro Economics

BUS 208 - Business Statistics

BUS 221 - Financial Accounting

BUS 222 - Managerial Accounting

BUS 247 - Human Resource Management

CDA 101A - Safety, Health and Nutrition

CDA 101B - A Learning Environment in Early Childhood

CDA 101C - Principles of Child Development and Curriculum

CDA 102A - Physical Development

CDA 102B - Intellectual Development

CDA 102C - Social,Emotional and Self-Concept Development

CDA 103 - Program Operation and Professionalism

CDA 103A - Observation, Behavior and Guidance

CDA 103B - Understanding Families and Communities

CHD 100 - Foundations Of Chemical Dependency

CHD 102 - Communication Skills in Chemical Dependency

CHD 110 - Biological Systems Pharmacology of the Chemically Dependent

CHD 120 - Professional Ethics in Counseling the Chemically Dependent

CHD 150 - Principles of Self-Help Groups

CHD 161 - Beginning Interviewing and Documentation Skills

CHD 165 - Theory and Techniques in the Treatement of the Chemically Dependent

CHD 220 - Family Dynamics and Chemically Dependent

CHD 226 - Counseling Multicultural And Diverse Populations

CHD 236 - Recovery and Relapse of the Chemically Dependent

CHD 245 - Dual Diagnosis

CHD 250 - Group Intervention with the Chemically Dependent

CHD 275 - Advanced Theory and Techniques in the Treatment of the Chemically Dependent

CHD 280 - Chemical Dependency Practicum

CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry

CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry Lab

CHM 140 - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry

CHM 140 - Fundamental Organic and Biochemistry Lab

CHM 151 - General Chemistry I

CHM 151 - General Chemistry I Lab

CHM 152 - General Chemistry II

CHM 152 - General Chemistry II Lab

CHM 235 - General Organic Chemistry I

CHM 235 - General Organic Chemistry I Lab

CHM 236 - General Organic Chemistry II

CHM 236 - General Organic Chemistry II Lab