Apr 20, 2024

2018-2019 Catalog

2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Building Trades
	BTR 100 - Blueprint Reading Prerequisite: Appropriate assessment score or successful completion of TRE 089 Description: A course designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to read complete sets of working blueprints for residential and light commercial construction projects. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BTR 105 - Building Trades Safety Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BTR 121 - Estimating for Residential and Commercial Building Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Covers techniques of estimating, familiarization with estimation of building construction costs, quantity take-off surveys, labor productivity rates, local cost factors, overhead and profit, and short- and long-term arrangements. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
Business and Entrepreneurship
	BUE 101 - Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’ Description: An overview of the world of business and the areas that affect businesses. The course examines the major issues involved in starting, owning and operating a business; including: economics, entrepreneurship, small business management, marketing, pricing, distribution, human resource management, financial management and the impact of technology, social media and e-business. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 102 - Human Relations in the Workplace Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” Description: Explores interpersonal relations and the importance of effective communication skills in the workplace. This course focuses on skill development and self-assessment in areas such as self-esteem, employee motivation, leadership, teamwork, customer satisfaction, and conflict resolution. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 105 - Business English Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” Description: Covers the basic principles of grammar, punctuation, capitalization, number styles, spelling, and vocabulary using examples from the world of business. Emphasis is placed on applying these principles through writing paragraphs, memos, and business letters. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 110 - Business Math Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of TRE 089 and TRM 090 with an “S” Description: The practical application of math skills and use of equations to solve application problems involving: Percentages, Interest, Discounts, Payroll, Taxes, Statistics, Annuities, Mortgages and Investments. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 120 - Managing and Supervising Techniques Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’ Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 130 - Financial Management for Entrepreneurs Prerequisite: ACC 125 Description: The financial aspects of the management of small business and entrepreneurial firms including debt and equity. The tools and methods used for making sound business decisions will be examined including interpreting basic financial statements for a new business. Forecast revenues, expenditures, assets, and capital requirements. Have a thorough understanding of funding options and the environments that surround various funding sources including financial products and services available from commercial banks, suppliers, and the Small Business Administration. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 175 - Business Ethics Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’ Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 250 - Business Plan for Entrepreneurs Prerequisite: ACC 125 , BUE 101 , and BUS 161 with a “D” or higher Description: Covers the value, content, preparation, and writing of a business plan for an organization. Provides the tools necessary for creating a business plan including industry and market analysis, selecting a target market, creating a marketing plan, identifying sources and uses of funds, securing financing, monitoring performance, using technology, creating financial statements, and planning for expansion and exiting. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 260 - Global Management Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’ Description: Explores the global environment of business including the political, legal, technological, and cultural differences, as well as the common functional and operational issues faced by international businesses. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 275 - Effective Leadership for Entrepreneurs Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’ Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUE 280 - Business Internship Prerequisite: Permission of Resident Business Faculty Description: Business Internship provides students the opportunity to gain practical, real-world work experience by working for an employer in the fields of Business and/or Accounting. Students work at and for an employer for 120 hrs per semester (8 hours per week for 15 weeks) and the intern is not paid by the employer for these hours. Credits: (3) Internship Hours: 120 Search Course Schedule for availability
Business
	BUS 161 - Marketing Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” Description: This course examines contemporary marketing theories, strategies, and tools used by marketing specialists in today’s complex market environment. It places special focus on identifying market opportunities and the areas of Product development, Pricing strategies, Promotional planning, and Placement importance through various channels of distribution. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 162 - Retailing and Customer Service Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” Description: This course explores retail customer service fundamentals, implementation of relationship marketing through customer analysis, interpersonal communication, telephone courtesy, sales presentations and after-sales support. It also 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 202 - Legal Environment of Business Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement test or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” Description: An examination of how the legal environment impacts the business world and what implications there are for the decision-maker. Includes coverage of the legal framework, regulations, ethical considerations, and case analysis. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 204 - Business Communications Prerequisite: BUE 105 or ENG 101 Description: This course focuses on developing effective written and oral communication used in the workplace. This includes the preparation of business letters, memorandums, reports, resumes, and the use of relevant communication technologies. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 206 - Microeconomics ECN 2202 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 091 or higher Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 207 - Macroeconomics ECN 2201 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 091 or higher Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 208 - Business Statistics BUS 2201 Prerequisite: PCS 021 , MAT 151 Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 221 - Financial Accounting ACC 2201 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an “S” and ACC 125 Description: Learn the technical skills needed to analyze financial statements and disclosures for use in financial analysis. The major topics covered include accounting as an information system; accounting measurement; Generally Accepted 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 222 - Managerial Accounting ACC 2202 Prerequisite: ACC 125 Description: This course is intended for individuals who need to be able to read, understand, and use accounting information to make managerial decisions. Emphasis is on managerial and cost accounting for internal decision-making, including cost-volume-profit analysis and budgeting procedures. Elements of cost (materials, labor, overhead), product costing procedures (job order, process, standard, activity based, Just-in-time), and variance analysis are studied. Managerial problems that depend upon accounting for adequate solutions are evaluated. These include but are not limited to capital investment, pricing, short-run decisions, and performance measurement and evaluation. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	BUS 247 - Human Resource Management Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’ Description: Study of how organizations increase human resources productivity while maintaining compliance with various laws and regulations. Topics include selection, orientation, training, compensation, benefits, safety, performance evaluations, manpower planning, discipline, and grievances. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
Chemistry
	CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry with Lab CHM 1130 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment or successful completion of TRE 089 , and TRM 091 or MAT 101 Corequisite: CHM 130L Description: 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) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 151 - General Chemistry I with Lab CHM 1151 Prerequisite: TRE 089 , MAT 121 Corequisite: CHM 151L Description: Chemistry is the study of the properties, composition, and transformation of matter. This course examines the principles of chemistry, chemical reactions, thermochemistry, quantum theory, the periodic table, and chemical bonding. The proper use of lab equipment and the application of the scientific method are also covered. This course is appropriate for students majoring in science and other programs requiring one year of chemistry. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 152 - General Chemistry II with Lab CHM 1152 Prerequisite: CHM 151 with a grade of “C” or better Corequisite: CHM 152L Description: General Chemistry II is the second half of a two-part sequence in chemistry with an emphasis on thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, nuclear processes, acid base chemistry and electrochemistry and introduction to biological chemistry, along with the continued application of the scientific method and the proper use of lab equipment to theoretical principles. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 235 - General Organic Chemistry I with Lab CHM 2235 Prerequisite: Completion of CHM 152 with a “C” or higher. Corequisite: CHM 235L Description: Students taking this course will study the fundamentals of organic chemistry including classification, occurrence, synthesis, analysis, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms of important classes of organic compounds; namely alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alkyl halides. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CHM 236 - General Organic Chemistry II with Lab CHM 2236 Prerequisite: Completion of CHM 235 with a “C” or higher. Corequisite: CHM 236L Description: Students will continue to study the general principles of organic chemistry begun in CHM 235 with continued emphasis on reactivity and synthesis. Topics include the study of alcohols, ethers, epoxides, sulfides, conjugated systems, aromatic compounds, ketones, aldehydes, amines, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, amino acids, peptides, proteins, lipids, and polymers with emphasis on synthesis and use of chemical and instrumental methods for identification. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
Child Development Associate Pathway
	CDA 101A - Safety, Health, and Nutrition Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as a requirement for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: 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 maintain a healthy and safe environment for children. This includes assessing each child’s 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 research-based practices. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 101B - Learning Environment in Early Childhood Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as required for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool setting or a childcare setting. Description: 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 that stimulate optimal cognitive, social and physical development in attractive learning centers with age-appropriate equipment and materials providing a high quality early childhood education. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 101C - Principles of Child Development and Curriculum Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as required for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool setting or a childcare setting. Description: A basic overview of theories, research, and trends in human development from prenatal to age eight, 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. Assessment strategies used to support children’s learning are explored. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 102A - Physical Development Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as required for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: This course focuses on issues of physical fitness and well-being in young children which supports the child’s right to play and learn in an inclusive environment. Best practice activities will be addressed that develop large and small motor skills and the five senses. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 102B - Intellectual Development Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as required for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: This course focuses on the intellectual development of children 0-8 by investigating theories, trends, and principles of cognitive growth. There will be a focus on activities that strengthen children’s early literacy skills including but not limited to the use of spoken language, listening skills, and increasing vocabulary. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 102C - Social, Emotional, and Self-Concept Development Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as a requirement for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: This course provides an overview of social, emotional, and self-concept theory and the impact on children in the early childhood educational setting. Developmentally appropriate activities and experiences strengthen a healthy self-concept, stimulate emotional I.Q., and social competency within a group. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 103A - Observation, Behavior, and Guidance Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as a requirement for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: An introductory course that 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 include the following: objective observation, record keeping techniques, guidance, behavior modification techniques, listening skills and classroom management. An emphasis is placed on two-way communication providing for an environment where children can learn and practice appropriate behaviors individually and in a group. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 103B - Understanding Families and Communities Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as a requirement for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: This course provides an overview of the field of family life education. Emphasis is on developing flexible, culturally sensitive, and effective communication skills to ensure each child’s culture, language, ethnicity, and family structure is recognized and valued. This course examines barriers and identifies strategies to enhance involvement with parents, guardians and the community in the early childhood program. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CDA 103C - Program Operation and Professionalism Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an “S” and, as a requirement for CDA certification, experience working in a private or public preschool or a childcare setting. Description: 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 addresses the philosophy of childcare 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 for and to complete the final requirements for the CDA National Credential. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
Communication
	COM 100 - Introduction to Communication COM 1100 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 Description: Introduces the theory and practice of human communication as it occurs in intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, large group, mass media, and new technologies as well as organizational and intercultural contexts. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	COM 121 - Interpersonal Communication COM 1110 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 Description: Emphasizes the development of effective interpersonal communication skills significant to both personal and career success. Students will explore basic elements of interpersonal communication, including self-concept, perception, listening, verbal and non-verbal expression, emotional expression, critical thinking, conversational skills, personal relationships, intercultural communication, conflict resolution and personal power. Students evaluate their present communication styles and increase competency in communicating successfully with others. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	COM 151 - Public Speaking Prerequisite: ENG 101 Description: Emphasizes communication clearly and effectively before a group through the study of communication theory and through extensive practice speaking. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
Computer Information Systems
	CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems CIS 1120 Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 and TRE 089 with an ‘S’. Description: An introduction to hardware, software, data structures, information systems analysis and other topics regarding computer information systems. Content covers historical and contemporary topics with emphasis on database and spreadsheet packages for problem solving from a business perspective. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 115 - A+ Computer Technology Hardware Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Prepares students to maintain personal computers. Part of a two-course series that prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams. CIS 115 emphasizes the hardware area and can be taken concurrently with CIS 116 . Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 116 - A+ Computer Technology Software Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Prepares students to maintain personal computers. Part of a two-course series that prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams. CIS 116 emphasizes the software area and can be taken concurrently with CIS 115 Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 120 - Introduction to Programming Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 090 Description: This course takes an in depth look at Object Oriented programming concepts and techniques. Theoretical concepts along with practical hands-on projects will be used when examining programming techniques. This course explores the creation of basic algorithms, advancement of program development, and problem solving strategies. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 125 - Basic Game Design and Creation Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Provides students with an introduction to game design and development. Topics include creating objects, events, and multiple levels of game interaction. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 131 - Microsoft Office Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: This course presents the fundamental skills of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Provides students with exposure to applying the Microsoft Office components to real business situations, including the integration of the applications in order to solve business problems. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 135 - Microsoft Access Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Learn to use Access for database design and management. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Exam. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 136 - Microsoft Excel Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Learn to use Excel to manage financial calculations, as well as to work with formulas, charts and graphics to develop a professional worksheet. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Exam. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 138 - Microsoft Word Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Learn to format, print, and streamline your word processing tasks with Microsoft Word. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (M0S) Exam. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 141 - Microsoft PowerPoint Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: This course is an introduction to using multimedia presentation software. PowerPoint allows the user to create digital presentations that includes graphics, animation, sounds, and videos. This course prepares students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Exam. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 142 - Digital Media Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: Learn about the most important features of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop to produce publications. Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 143 - Web Page Design I Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an ‘S’ Description: Introduces web page design techniques using Adobe Dreamweaver editing software to create web sites that include media, hyperlinks, graphics, and text. Design strategies such as creating successful web pages for target audiences and search engine placement are also included in this course. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 145 - Photoshop I Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an ‘S’ Description: An introductory course teaching the fundamental concepts and features of image manipulation using the most popular program in the industry, Adobe Photoshop. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 153 - Networking Essentials Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an ‘S’ Description: Provides the basic building blocks of networks and gives students experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining digital networks in a variety of scenarios. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 156 - Network Security and Penetration Testing Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: This course addresses how and why people attack computers and networks so that technicians can be armed with the knowledge and techniques to successfully combat hackers. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 200 - Programming and Game Development with Python Prerequisite: Completion of CIS 120 with a “C” or higher Description: Presents programming and game development concepts using the Python programming language. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 204 - Programming and Game Development In C++ Prerequisite: CIS 120 Description: Presents programming and game development concepts using the C++ programming language. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 206 - Programming for the Web in JavaScript Prerequisite: CIS 120 , equivalent competencies, or permission of subject area associate dean Description: Presents fundamental concepts in JavaScript programming for web page applications. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 208 - Programming In C# Prerequisite: CIS 120 Description: Uses C# to create command line and graphical software using object oriented programming concepts. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 210 - Database Management and SQL Design Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIS 110 or CIS 120 Description: Provides students with an introduction to database management and beginning SQL concepts, and design methodology. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 243 - Web Page Design II Prerequisite: CIS 143 Description: This course examines the essential concepts of HTML and XHTML and includes an introduction to XML and JavaScript. Projects will be used in instruction and will include coding web pages with special effects, windows, and frames for a variety of hardware interfaces including PC’s, tablets, and smartphones. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 253 - Cybersecurity Administration Prerequisite: CIS 153 Description: Students will learn how cybersecurity procedures can be implemented to produce a secure organization. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 265 - Healthcare Information Technician Capstone Prerequisite: CIS 110 and HES 113 Description: This course covers the key skills and knowledge areas that are tested in a certification exam along with current issues regarding HIT employment. Credits: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 270 - Systems Analysis and Design Prerequisite: CIS 110 Description: This course focuses on the systems development life cycle. Systems are traced from initial investigation and feasibility studies through detailed analysis, software selection and/or programming, staff training, project implementation and review. The purpose is to develop system solutions in a complete business/management environment. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CIS 280 - CIS Internship Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: An internship provides the student with the opportunity to gain practical work experience by working for a local employer or organization. An internship requires at least 40 clock hours of work experience for each credit for a total of 120 hours during one semester. Credits: (3) Internship Hours: 120 Search Course Schedule for availability
Computer Science
	CSC 110 - Computer Science I Prerequisite: MAT 151 and CIS 120 Description: This course immerses students in object oriented programming using the Java programming language. Topics include a review of structural programming concepts and array manipulation, as well as a strong emphasis on object oriented concepts. Object oriented topics include an in depth look at classes, objects, methods, and documentation with UML. Exception handling, file IO, and Graphical User Interfaces will be covered as well as an exploration into big O notation for examining the efficiency of algorithms. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CSC 210 - Computer Science II Prerequisite: CSC 110 , MAT 151 with a C or better Description: This course uses the Java programming language to build on concepts covered in Computer Science I. Course work will emphasize advanced object-oriented techniques, in-depth analysis of algorithm design, data structures, and program design. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
Culinary Arts
	CUL 111 - Introduction to Culinary Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Corequisite: CUL 115 Description: Students are introduced to the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques involved in professional cooking. Special emphasis is placed on classical theories, knife skills, safety, culinary math, interviewing and resumes, sanitation, mise en place, cooking techniques, and stocks, soups and sauces. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 112 - Techniques of Healthy Cooking Prerequisite: CUL 111 and CUL 115 ; or may be taken concurrently. Description: Students develop the techniques of healthy cooking through the analysis of the interrelationship between nutrition, bodily systems, global food ways, food safety and environmental challenges. Students investigate the cause and effects of nutrition and dietary practices on food preparation. Students prepare healthy cuisine including vegetarian using healthy ingredients. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 113 - Saucier: “The Art of Stocks, Soups, and Sauces” Prerequisite: CUL 111 and CUL 115 ; or may be taken concurrently. Description: Students will immerse themselves in the culinary art of the Saucier (a master of stocks, soups, and sauces). Students learn to prepare a variety of stocks, soups, and sauces. Various thickening mixtures and convenience products will be used. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Notes: Special conditions: Must be able to stand for five hours Must be able to lift 50 pounds Must wear required uniform, closed toed safety shoes, scull cap and/or hair net and apron Must be able to wear safety gloves Exposure to untraditional or limited personal breaks May be subjected to self-inflicted skin burns and cuts No nail polish or acrylic nails are permitted in the program. No visible piercings (except one post earring) are permitted in the program. Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 114 - Baking and Pastry Prerequisite: CUL 111 and CUL 115 ; or may be taken concurrently. Description: Students learn the art and science of baking. This course focuses upon students producing baked good that meet commercial restaurant and/or hotel bakeshop standards. Students engage in planning processes such as ordering, sanitation, and marketing baked goods. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 115 - ServSafe/HACCP: Sanitation & Safety Management Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an “S” Corequisite: CUL 111 Description: The Sanitation and Safety course covers the causes and effects of food-borne illness and food spoilage. The sanitation and personal hygiene principles, laws and regulations will be dealt with in a systematic, holistic environment. The Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, HACCP, is a method that insures safe food throughout the flow of the food in an operation. Students will take the ServSafe Certification Exam at the end of the course; this is a nationally recognized certification for foodservice managers. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 116 - Human Resource Management in the Hospitality Industry Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an “S” Description: Students examine human resource management from the lens of a hospitality industry supervisor. Students will learn to manage human resource processes from selecting, training, evaluating, and supervising hospitality staff. Students will interpret legal issues as they relate to supervising hospitality staff. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 117 - Purchasing and Receiving in the Hospitality Industry Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an “S” Description: Students will conduct purchasing and receiving activities for a food service business to include inventory management and buyer relationship. Students will move through the purchasing and receiving cycle using cost benefit ratios, inventory management, and volume and production schedules. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 118 - Marketing in the Hospitality Industry Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion of PCS 021 with an “S” Description: Students will explore marketing as it relates to the multi-billion dollar hospitality industry and learn the key specialties of lodging, food service, travel and tourism, gaming, and ecotourism. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 211 - Food and Beverage Cost Control Prerequisite: This course requires successful completion of PCS 021 to enroll, or appropriate placement exam score. Description: This course is designed to prepare students to apply food and beverage cost control methods intended to maintain a profitable and economical foodservice operation. Key areas examined are: terms, the four-step control process, the food control process, and labor control, P & L Statements, Income Statements, Butcher Test, Cooking Loss Test, and Menu Engineering Analysis. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 212 - American Regional Cuisine Prerequisite: CUL 111 , CUL 115 Description: This capstone course takes students on a journey into the food ways and culture of America. Students create American cuisine using culinary skills acquired throughout their program of study. Students learn about the food, culture, topography, history, trends, and influences of the American culture. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 213 - International Cuisine Prerequisite: CUL 111 , CUL 115 Description: This course is designed to explore the foodways of Europe and Asia. The history, topography, religions and indigenous ingredients of Europe and Asia are covered in a protocol that focuses on food, foodways, trends and how these cultures/cuisines influence the foodways and culture of America. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 214 - Hospitality and Culinary Law Prerequisite: Appropriate score on placement exam or completion PCS 021 with an “S” Description: A comprehensive overview of the laws and regulatory agencies governing the lodging, gaming, foodservice and travel industries. The historical development of innkeeper laws, guests’ rights, food and beverage liability, employment laws, EEOC, sexual harassment, ADA, dram shop and the responsible service of alcohol and food borne illness issues. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	CUL 216 - Advanced Baking and Pastry Prerequisite: CUL 111 , CUL 115 Description: Students develop advanced techniques in the baking and pastry arts. Students refine methods for producing professional baking and pastry products and develop proficiency in judging these products against professional criteria. Credits: (4) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 4 Search Course Schedule for availability
Dental Assisting
	DAE 101 - Biomedical Dental Sciences Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the assessment test or completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 090 Description: Introduction to bio-sciences as they are related to the oral cavity. Includes anatomy and physiology, tooth morphology, oral pathology and nutrition, each of which affects total dental health. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 105 - Dental Infection Control Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the assessment test or completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 090 Description: Infection control procedures in a dental setting are emphasized. Microbiology, disease transmission, waste management and regulatory agencies will be examined in this context. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 106 - Dental Radiography Prerequisite: TRE 089 , TRM 090 Corequisite: DAE 106L Description: Course includes exposure, processing, mounting and evaluation of radiographs. Radiographic principles, landmarks and restorations are covered. Preparation for the Dental Assisting National Board Radiation Health and Safety exam is emphasized. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Notes: Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 107 - Dental Assisting I Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the assessment test or completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 090 Corequisite: DAE 107L Description: An introduction to the career of dental assisting. Topics examined include the patient record, vital signs and preventative dentistry. Credits: (2) Lecture Hours: 1.5 Lab Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 108 - Dental Assisting II Prerequisite: Successful completion of DAE 105 , DAE 107 Corequisite: DAE 108L Description: Presents fundamental skills for clinical dental assisting. Emphasized are the role of the dental assistant in patient procedures and patient management. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 114 - Clinical Procedures Prerequisite: Dental program director approval Description: Students have externships in assigned dental practices in the community. Students integrate with the dental staff as contributing members of the dental team. Credits: (7) Lecture Hours: .5 Lab Hours: 13 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 115 - Office Management for the Dental Assistant Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the assessment test or completion of PCS 021 , TRE 089 , and TRM 090 Description: A study of the basic business administration procedures in dentistry are emphasized. Job search skills including resumes and interviews will also be covered. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 118 - Dental Materials Prerequisite: TRM 090 , TRE 089 Corequisite: DAE 118L Description: This course will acquaint the student with the properties, uses, and manipulation of dental materials used in contemporary dental practice. Knowledge of these materials is essential to function as a dental team member in assessing presenting dental conditions and providing patient care. Credits: (2) Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DAE 120 - Dental Specialties Prerequisite: DAE 108 Corequisite: DAE 120L Description: Specialty and expanded skills for the clinical dental assistant including prosthetics, orthodontics and surgical procedures are emphasized. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
Dental Hygiene
	DEH 100 - Current Issues and Ethics In Dental Hygiene Prerequisite: Admission to Dental Hygiene Program Description: This course introduces current issues in dental hygiene and heightens student awareness of ethical issues and choices for action. Credits: (1) Lecture Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 101 - Pre-Clinical Dental Hygiene Prerequisite: Admission to Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite: DEH 101L Description: Includes basic dental hygiene theory and development of basic clinical skills. Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory experiences are related to dental hygiene patient treatment, including aseptic techniques and practices; patient assessment and principles of instrumentation. Credits: (5) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 6 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 104 - Dental Hygiene Theory I Prerequisite: DEH 101 , DAE 106 , DEH 121 , DEH 122 Corequisite: DEH 114 Description: The focus of this course is prevention by way of patient education. Also included are continued dental hygiene clinical procedures, such as sealants, fluoride, and an introduction to treatment planning. Credits: (2) Lecture Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 112 - Periodontology I Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in the Dental Hygiene Program Description: Introduction to principles of periodontology and periodontal medicine, exhibited by describing and recognizing the periodontium in health and disease. Anatomy, physiology, histology and functions of dental tissues are discussed in depth. Periodontal diseases are discussed and classified, the etiology of periodontal diseases is explored, and particular emphasis is placed on the host immune response. Credits: (2) Lecture Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 114 - Dental Hygiene Clinic I Prerequisite: DEH 101 Corequisite: DEH 104 Description: Dental hygiene students will have the opportunity to enhance, advance, and perfect their clinical and professional skills, including advanced instrumentation techniques patient assessment, treatment planning, psychomotor skills, and professional relationships and behaviors through the treatment of patients from the community. Credits: (4) Clinical Hours: 8 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 117 - Applied Pharmacology Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in Dental Hygiene Program Description: This course covers general pharmacology including the study of drug groups, dosages, administrations, and reactions of drugs common to dental patients. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 3 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 118 - Anesthesiology Prerequisite: Appropriate standing in Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite: DEH 118L Description: Covers neurophysiology and pharmacology of local anesthetic agents. Mastery of the armamentarium and techniques of regional anesthesia in dentistry is emphasized. The concepts, principles and administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation are also covered. Prevention and treatment of anesthetic complications are reviewed and practiced. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 121 - Dental Anatomy Prerequisite: Admission to Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite: DEH 121L Description: Introduction to principles of dental anatomy, oral embryology, and histology, functional characteristics of human deciduous, mixed, and permanent dentitions; and related oral structure. Accomplished by participation in classroom activities, and laboratory assignments. Credits: (3) Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 122 - Head and Neck Anatomy Prerequisite: Admission to Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite: DEH 122L Description: A study of the anatomical structures of the head and neck, with emphasis on the nerve and vascular supply, muscles of mastication, bones of the skull, and the oral cavity. Credits: (2) Lecture Hours: 1.5 Lab Hours: 1 Search Course Schedule for availability
	DEH 204 - Dental Hygiene Theory II Prerequisite: DEH 104 , DEH 112 , DEH 118 , DAE 118 Corequisite: DEH 114 or DEH 214 , DEH 117 Description: Advanced instrumentation techniques are introduced in conjunction with treatment of the periodontal patient. Care for the special needs patient is introduced. Credits: (2) Lecture Hours: 2 Search Course Schedule for availability

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BTR 100 - Blueprint Reading

BTR 105 - Building Trades Safety

BTR 121 - Estimating for Residential and Commercial Building

BUE 101 - Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship

BUE 102 - Human Relations 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 - Business Plan for Entrepreneurs

BUE 260 - Global Management

BUE 275 - Effective Leadership for Entrepreneurs

BUE 280 - Business Internship

BUS 161 - Marketing

BUS 162 - Retailing and Customer Service

BUS 202 - Legal Environment of Business

BUS 204 - Business Communications

BUS 206 - Microeconomics

BUS 207 - Macroeconomics

BUS 208 - Business Statistics

BUS 221 - Financial Accounting

BUS 222 - Managerial Accounting

BUS 247 - Human Resource Management

CHM 130 - Fundamental Chemistry with Lab

CHM 151 - General Chemistry I with Lab

CHM 152 - General Chemistry II with Lab

CHM 235 - General Organic Chemistry I with Lab

CHM 236 - General Organic Chemistry II with Lab

CDA 101A - Safety, Health, and Nutrition

CDA 101B - 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 103A - Observation, Behavior, and Guidance

CDA 103B - Understanding Families and Communities

CDA 103C - Program Operation and Professionalism

COM 100 - Introduction to Communication

COM 121 - Interpersonal Communication

COM 151 - Public Speaking

CIS 110 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems

CIS 115 - A+ Computer Technology Hardware

CIS 116 - A+ Computer Technology Software

CIS 120 - Introduction to Programming

CIS 125 - Basic Game Design and Creation

CIS 131 - Microsoft Office

CIS 135 - Microsoft Access

CIS 136 - Microsoft Excel

CIS 138 - Microsoft Word

CIS 141 - Microsoft PowerPoint

CIS 142 - Digital Media

CIS 143 - Web Page Design I

CIS 145 - Photoshop I

CIS 153 - Networking Essentials

CIS 156 - Network Security and Penetration Testing

CIS 200 - Programming and Game Development with Python

CIS 204 - Programming and Game Development In C++

CIS 206 - Programming for the Web in JavaScript

CIS 208 - Programming In C#

CIS 210 - Database Management and SQL Design

CIS 243 - Web Page Design II

CIS 253 - Cybersecurity Administration

CIS 265 - Healthcare Information Technician Capstone

CIS 270 - Systems Analysis and Design

CIS 280 - CIS Internship

CSC 110 - Computer Science I

CSC 210 - Computer Science II

CUL 111 - Introduction to Culinary

CUL 112 - Techniques of Healthy Cooking

CUL 113 - Saucier: “The Art of Stocks, Soups, and Sauces”

CUL 114 - Baking and Pastry

CUL 115 - ServSafe/HACCP: Sanitation & Safety Management

CUL 116 - Human Resource Management in the Hospitality Industry

CUL 117 - Purchasing and Receiving in the Hospitality Industry

CUL 118 - Marketing in the Hospitality Industry

CUL 211 - Food and Beverage Cost Control

CUL 212 - American Regional Cuisine