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Course Descriptions

ACC - Accounting
ACR - Air Cond./Ref.
AET - Architectural Engr.
AHS - Allied Health
AMT - Automated Manufacturing
ANT - Anthropology
AOT - Administrative Office Tech.
ART - Art
AST - Astronomy
AUT - Automotive
BAF - Banking and Finance
BCT - Basic Carpentry
BIO - Biology
BUS - Business
CET - Civil Eng.
CGC - Commercial Graphic
CHM - Chemistry
CHT - Chemical Transfer
COL - College Skills
CPE - Computer Repair
CPT - Computer Tech.
CRJ - Criminal Justice
CRP - Court Reporting
CWE - Coop. Work Exp.
DAT - Dental Assist. Tech.
DHG - Dental Hygiene
ECD - Early Childhood
ECE - Electrical Engr.
ECO - Economics
EDU - Education
EEM - Basic Elec. Wiring
EET - Electronics Engr. Tech.
EGR - Engineering Tech.
EGT - Engr. Graphics Tech.
ELT - Engr. Computer Systems
ENG - English
ESL - Eng. Second Lang.
EVT - Ind. Safety
FRE - French
GEO - Geography
GER - German
GMT - Geographic Info. Systems
HIM - Health Info. Mgt.
HIS - History
HRT - Horticulture
HSS - Cultural Context
HUS - Human Services
IDS - Per./Career Assessment
IMT - Indus. Tech.
IST - Information Systems
LEG - Paralegal
MAT - Math
MED - Medical
MET - Mech. Engr.
MGT - Management
MKT - Marketing
MLT - Medical Lab
MTT - Machine Tool
MUS - Music
NMT - Nuclear Medicine
NUR - Nursing
OST - Office System Tech.
PHI - Philosophy
PHM - Pharmacy
PHS - Con. Physics/Int. Sci.
PHY - Physics
PSC - Political Science
PSY - Psychology
PTH - Physical Therapy
QAT - Quality Control
RAD - Radiology
RDG - Reading
RDT - General Radiology
REL - Religion
RES - Respiratory Care
RTV - Photo./Darkroom
SAC - School Age
SOC - Sociology
SPA - Spanish
SPC - Speech
SUR - Surgical
SWA - Swahili
TCE - Photonics
TEL - Telecommunications
THE - Theatre
WLD - Welding

ACC 101 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES I 3.0 Credits
This course introduces basic accounting procedures for analyzing, recording and summarizing financial transactions, adjusting and closing the financial records at the end of the accounting cycle, and preparing financial statements. Students identify sound ethical and personal values.

ACC 102 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes managerial accounting theory and practice in basic accounting and procedures for cost accounting, budgeting, cost-volume analysis and financial statement analysis.

ACC 110 ACCOUTING FOR ENTERPRENEURS 3.0 Credits
A study of the principles of financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxes, bookkeeping, accounting systems, and record keeping essential to starting and operating a new business enterprise.

ACC 111 ACCOUNTING CONCEPTS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the principles of the basic accounting functions - collecting, recording, analyzing, and reporting information.

ACC 112 ORGANIZATIONAL ACCOUNTING 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of financial accounting with specific emphasis on partnerships and the corporate form of organization.

ACC 115 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the types and uses of internal accounting information for management decision-making, including cost determination, cost control, performance evaluation, and financial planning.

ACC 124 INDIVIDUAL TAX 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the basic income tax structure from the standpoint of the individual, including the preparation of individual income tax returns.

ACC 150 PAYROLL ACCOUNTING 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the major tasks of payroll accounting; employment practices; federal, state and local governmental laws and regulations; internal controls; and various forms and records.

ACC 201 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I 3.0 Credits
This course explores fundamental processes of accounting theory including the preparation of financial statements. Also covered are the time value of money, cash and receivables, and the valuation of inventories. Professional ethics and generally accepted accounting principles are introduced.

ACC 202 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II 3.0 Credits
This course covers the application of accounting principles and concepts to account evaluation and income determination, including special problems peculiar to corporations and the analysis of financial reports. Accounting for the acquisition and disposal of long-term assets and procedures for handling current and long-term liabilities are covered.

ACC 203 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING III 3.0 Credits
This course covers the application of accounting theory to income tax allocation, accounting for leases and stock options, and constructing financial statements from incomplete records and fund flow statements. Also covered are procedures for revenue recognition, pensions and earnings per share.

ACC 230 COST ACCOUNTING I 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the accounting principles involved in job order cost systems.

ACC 245 ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course introduces microcomputer accounting using database software and/or electronic spreadsheets.

ACC 246 INTEGRATED ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE 3.0 Credits
This course includes the use of pre-designed integrated accounting software for accounting problems.

ACC 260 AUDITING 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the procedures for conducting audits and investigations of various enterprises. Attention is given to the nature and purpose of auditing, auditing standards, professional conduct and ethics, auditor's legal liability and the approaches followed in performing audits of financial statements.

ACC 265 NOT-FOR-PROFIT ACCOUNTING 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the special accounting needs of municipalities, counties, states, the federal government and governmental agencies, and other not-for-profit organizations.

ACR 101 FUNDAMENTALS OF REFRIGERATION 5.0 Credits
This course covers the refrigeration cycle, refrigerants, the pressure-temperature relationship and system components.

ACR 102 TOOLS AND SERVICE TECHNIQUES 3.0 Credits
This course is a basic study of the tools and service equipment used in the installation and repair of HVAC equipment.

ACR 105 TOOLS AND SERVICE TECHNIQUES I 3.0 Credits
This course is a introduction to basic uses of tools and service equipment used in installation and repair of HVAC equipment.

ACR 106 BASIC ELECTRICITY FOR HVAC/R 4.0 Credits
This course includes a basic study of electricity, including Ohm's Law and series and parallel circuits, as they relate to heating, ventilating, air conditioning and/or refrigeration systems.

ACR 110 HEATING FUNDAMENTALS 4.0 Credits
This course covers the basic concepts of oil, gas and electric heat, their components and operation.

ACR 120 BASIC AIR CONDITIONING 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of various types of air conditioning equipment including electrical components, schematics and service to the refrigerant circuit.

ACR 130 DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of domestic refrigeration equipment.

ACR 131 COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of maintenance and repair of commercial refrigeration systems.

ACR 206 ADVANCED ELECTRICITY FOR HVAC/R 2.0 Credits
This course includes a practical application of electrical and electronic components and circuits used to control HVAC and/or refrigeration systems.

ACR 207 ADVANCED REFRIGERATION ELECTRICITY 3.0 Credits
This course covers the theory and application of electrical circuits and starting components in commercial and industrial refrigeration.

ACR 210 HEAT PUMPS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of the theory and operational principles of the heat pump.

ACR 220 ADVANCED AIR CONDITIONING 4.0 Credits
This course is an advanced study of air conditioning systems.

ACR 221 RESIDENTIAL LOAD CALCULATIONS 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of heat losses/gains in residential structures.

ACR 224 CODES AND ORDINANCES 2.0 Credits
This course covers instruction on how to reference appropriate building codes and ordinances when they apply to installation of heating and air conditioning equipment.

ACR 231 ADVANCED REFRIGERATION 4.0 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment.

ACR 232 REFRIGERATION, CALCULATION AND EQUIPMENT SELECTION 3.0 Credits
This course involves a study of load calculations and selection of refrigeration equipment and components.

ACR 250 DUCT FABRICATION 3.0 Credits
This course covers the design, fabrication and installation of air duct systems.

AET 101 BUILDING SYSTEMS I 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of design and construction techniques in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

AET 103 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING AND RESIDENTIAL CODES 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the international building codes and the international residential codes, as well as local code requirements.

AET 105 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the interpretation of residential, commercial and industrial building construction documents, including construction specifications, general conditions and construction industry symbols.

AET 107 BASIC DESIGN AND SKETCHING 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of the fundamentals of color, texture, shape and composition. Freehand sketching is also introduced.

AET 110 ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS I 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the skills of architectural manual drafting. The principles of architectural design and model construction are also studied.

AET 111 ARCHITECTURAL COMPUTER GRAPHICS I 3.0 Credits
This course includes architectural/construction, basic computer-aided design commands, and creation of construction industry symbols and standards.

AET 120 ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS II 3.0 Credits
This course requires the production of a set of working drawings of a residential or commercial building. Exercises incorporate construction methods, materials, building code requirements, site development and the technical skills required to draw and graphically present projects. This course is also a further study of architectural design. Perspective construction is introduced.

AET 201 BUILDING SYSTEMS II 3.0 Credits
This course covers mechanical systems, electrical systems and code requirements for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

AET 202 HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the origins, influences and aesthetics that underlie the various styles of architecture from prehistoric times to the present.

AET 221 ARCHITECTURAL COMPUTER GRAPHICS II 4.0 Credits
This course includes a study of CAD commands with architectural applications and routines. Using the computer as the drafting tool, a complete set of working drawings of a residential or commercial building is produced.

AET 230 ARCHITECT GRAPHICS III 4.0 Credits
This course encompasses a model and set of working drawings of a complex architectural project.

AET 232 ARCHITECTURAL CAD APPLICATIONS 4.0 Credits
This course covers advanced architectural CAD applications, such as 3-D building drawing and data base manipulations.

AET 235 ARCHITECTURAL THREE-D RENDERING 3.0 Credits
Topics in this course include Three-D rendering of residential and commercial buildings, walk-through animations, animated site plans and advanced graphics topics and their relationship to illustration of code compliance and project planning.

AHS 102 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course covers medical terms, including roots, prefixes and suffixes, with emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation.

AHS 104 MEDICAL VOCABULARY/ANATOMY 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the fundamental principles of medical terminology and includes a survey of human anatomy and physiology.

AHS 106 CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION 1.0 Credit
This course provides a study of the principles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

AHS 110 PATIENT CARE 2.0 Credits
This course provides a study of the procedures and techniques used in the general care of the patient.

AHS 113 HEAD AND NECK ANATOMY 1.0 Credit
This course provides a detailed study of the structure of the head and neck with special emphasis on structure as it pertains to the study of dental science.

AHS 114 BASIC FIRST AID 1.0 Credit
This course provides instruction in basic procedures used in medical emergencies.

AHS 119 HEALTH CAREERS 3.0 Credits
This course provides information on various health careers to include job responsibility and personal and educational requirements, as well as an overview of the health care system with its unique nomenclature and delivery of care.

AHS 126 HEALTH CALCULATIONS 1.0 Credit
This course study of the mathematical concepts needed in health science studies.

AHS 127 BASIC PATIENT CARE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic procedures for patient care for health professionals including vital signs, patient transport, patient relations and patient communications.

AHS 128 HEALTH SCIENCES INTRODUCTION 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the core competencies common to numerous health science professions.

AHS 130 SURGICAL ENVIRONMENT FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 3.0 Credits
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the surgical team, basic instruction in the protocols of the operating room and aseptic techniques.

AHS 131 COMPUTERS IN HEALTHCARE 3.0 Credits
This course is the study of the hardware and software used in various healthcare settings including information systems, computerized medical interfaces, telemedicine, networking, as well as other basic computer applications.

AHS 132 LABORATORY MEASUREMENT AND SAFETY 3.0 Credits
This course is designed to assist students in developing skills in precise measurement and safe practices in the laboratory setting.

AHS 133 INTRODUCTION TO BIOSCIENCE TECHNOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This course introduces the student to the practice of bioscience and biotechnology in the laboratory. Information presented will include instrumentation and operation, quality control, and scientific documentation.

AHS 134 BIOTECHNOLOGY APPLICATION 3.0 Credits
This course teaches specific procedures used in a wide variety of bioscience and biotechnology laboratories. Experimental learning will be emphasized.

AHS 138 MEDICAL CODING BASICS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic concepts of coding for medical/dental services for the health professions.

AHS 140 THERAPEUTICS FOR HEALTH 3.0 Credits
This course provides a basic study of therapeutic agents applicable to Health Science and Nursing professions.

AHS 141 PHLEBOTOMY FOR THE HEALTH CARE PROVIDER 3.0 Credits
This course contains the essential theory skills, and special procedures required to meet the venipuncture needs in hospital, clinics, and other health care settings.

AHS 142 PHLEBOTOMY 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of phlebotomy procedures utilized in clinical facilities and physicians' offices.

AHS 144 PHLEBOTOMY PRACTICUM 5.0 Credits
This course provides a detailed study and practice of phlebotomy procedures utilized in hospital settings, clinical facilities and physicians' offices.

AHS 145 ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY 2.0 Credits
This course provides the basic skills necessary to perform ECGs in a hospital, physician's office or other health care setting. The student will be able to perform and interpret basic ECGs.

AHS 153 CONCEPTS OF GERIATRIC CARE 4.0 Credits This course includes a study of developmental theory, modern concepts of aging, and geriatric health care concepts.

AHS 156 ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY PRACTICUM 1.0 Credits
This course provides the detailed study and practice necessary to perform ECGs in a hospital, physician's office or other health care setting. The student will be able to perform and interpret basic ECGs.

AHS 205 ETHICS AND LAW FOR APPLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to ethical, bioethical and legal concepts related to allied health professions.

AHS 208 HEALTH MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the principles of management in a health care environment, including supervision, medically ethical decision making, medical team concepts, human resource management, supervision of medical professionals at various levels, & organizational structure in health care settings.

AMT 103 SENSORS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the theory of operation of various processes and discrete sensors used in modern industrial plants plus the techniques of interfacing these sensors with controllers (i.e., robot, work cell, programmable and process).

ANT 202 CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course includes an exploration and comparison of selected contemporary cultures, including their languages. The courses also includes an introduction to the concepts, methods, and data of sociocultural anthropology and anthropological linguistics.

ANT 203 PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY AND ARCHEOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course includes an exploration of human origins, human evolution, human prehistory, and cultural existence from its less complex forms to early civilizations. The courses also includes an introduction to the concepts, methods, and data of physical, biological and archaeological anthropology.

AOT 105 KEYBOARDING 3.0 Credits
This course focuses on the mastery of keyboarding and formatting principles.

AOT 110 DOCUMENT FORMATTING 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes speed, accuracy and developing document formatting skills using keyboarding competencies.

AOT 123 LEGAL MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION 3.0 Credits
This course focuses on the development of speed and accuracy in transcribing legal documents from dictation equipment.

AOT 133 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes development of the personal and professional skills required of anoffice worker in areas such as projecting a professional image, job-seeking skills, office etiquette, ethics, and time and stress management.

AOT 134 OFFICE COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course develops proficiency in proofreading and other specialized applications of communications in the office environment.

AOT 143 OFFICE SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes procedures and applications used in the office environment.

AOT 161 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes information management functions and various types of information systems, technology and procedures.

AOT 165 INFORMATION PROCESSING SOFTWARE 3.0 Credits
This course includes applications of information processing software. Emphasis is placed on functions for acceptable document formatting and processing.

AOT 196 OFFICE CONFIDENTIALITY AND SECURITY 3.0 Credits
This course is the study of legal issues encountered in the office environment to include accessibility, interviewing, HIPPA and other rules as they apply to specific types of offices. Office security issues and basic response to crisis are also reviewed.

AOT 210 DOCUMENT PRODUCTION 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes the production of documents found in typical business offices. The major focus is on productivity and excellence in document production.

AOT 212 MEDICAL DOCUMENT PRODUCTION 3.0 Credits
This course covers the production of documents found in medical offices. The major focus is on productivity and excellence in medical document production.

AOT 213 LEGAL DOCUMENT PRODUCTION 3.0 Credits
This course introduces legal terminology and covers the production of documents found in the legal office environment. Emphasis is on productivity and excellence in legal document production.

AOT 214 SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS IN THE LAW OFFICE 3.0 Credits
This course includes an introduction to software applications commonly used in a legal environment.

AOT 234 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes communication skills necessary in the business environment. It includes composing business correspondence, developing and giving oral presentations, practicing recording and translating information using the latest technology, and developing effective verbal and nonverbal communication and listening skills.

AOT 252 MEDICAL SYSTEMS AND 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes development of proficiency in integrating skills commonly performed in medical offices.

AOT 253 LEGAL SYSTEMS AND 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes the development of proficiency in integrating the knowledge and skills needed in legal offices.

AOT 254 OFFICE SIMULATION 3.0 Credits
This course integrates a wide variety of skills and knowledge through practical work experiences in a simulated office environment.

AOT 255 AOT Senior Practicum 3.0 Credits
This course includes practical experiences in an approved office setting as well as class meetings. Emphasis is placed on such topics as career planning, ethics, attitude, and other subjects which enhance employability skills.

AOT 265 OFFICE DESKTOP PUBLISHING 3.0 Credits
This course covers the integration of text and graphics using computer software to design, edit and produce a variety of documents. Students learn microcomputer desk top publishing applications using Microsoft Publisher software.

AOT 267 INTEGRATED INFORMATION PROCESSING 3.0 Credits
This course covers the applications of integrated computer software.

AOT 271 SCWE in Office Systems 4.0 Credits
This course integrates office skills within an approved work site related to office systems technology.

ART 101 ART HISTORY AND APPRECIATION 3.0 Credits
This is an introductory course to the history and appreciation of art, including the elements and principles of the visual arts.

ART 105 FILM AS ART 3.0 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the appreciation of film and covers the elements and principles of cinema with historical and contemporary examples.

ART 107 HISTORY OF EARLY WESTERN ART 3.0 Credits
This course is a visual and historical survey of western art from the Paleolithic Age to the Renaissance. The techniques, forms and expressive content of paintings, sculptures and architectures are studied within the context of the cultural environments that produced them.

ART 108 HISTORY OF WESTERN ART 3.0 Credits
This course is a visual and historical survey of Western art from the Renaissance through modern times. The techniques, forms and expressive content of paintings, sculptures and architectures will be studied within the context of the cultural environments that produced them.

ART 111 BASIC DRAWING I 3.0 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the materials and the basic techniques of drawing.

ART 112 BASIC DRAWING II 3.0 Credits
This course covers a study of the materials and basic techniques of drawing.

ART 211 INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the materials and techniques of painting.

ART 212 INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the transparent American watercolor technique, emphasizing the creation of landscapes and still-life subjects while using appropriate brush techniques and proper color mixing for this medium.

ART 214 ART HISTORY STUDY ABROAD 3.0 Credits
This course provides a study abroad experience for students studying art history. The course includes travel to selected regions outside the United States and provides a field study of historical and contemporary art, artists, and architecture, with emphasis on art history.

AST 101 SOLAR SYSTEM ASTRONOMY 4.0 Credits
This course is a descriptive survey of the universe with emphasis on basic physical concepts and the objects in the solar system. Related topics of current interest are included in the course.

AST 102 STELLAR ASTRONOMY 4.0 Credits
This course is a descriptive survey of the universe with emphasis on basic physical concepts and galactic and extragalactic objects. Related topics of current interest are included in the course.

AUT 105 BEGINNING ENGINE REPAIR 4.0 Credits
This course is a basic study of minor engine repairs, including in-frame repairs and cylinder head reconditioning.

AUT 106 INTERMEDIATE ENGINE REPAIR 4.0 Credits
This course includes an application of the fundamentals of engine diagnosis and repair, including engine removal and installation procedures.

AUT 112 BRAKING SYSTEMS 4.0 Credits
This course covers hydro-boost power brakes and vacuum power brakes as well as master cylinders and calipers rebuilding.

AUT 115 MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN/AXLE 3.0 Credits
This course is a basic study of clutches, gearing and manual transmission operation, including the basic study of rear axles and rear axle setup.

AUT 116 MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND AXLE 4.0 Credits
This course is an advanced study of manual transmissions and transaxles, including proper overhaul procedures for axles and manual transmissions and transaxles.

AUT 131 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the individual systems and components that, when combined, form the entire automobile electrical system. The course includes starting and charging systems, ignition, engine, chassis and accessory systems as well as instruction in the proper use of electrical schematics.

AUT 132 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICITY 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of electricity as used in automotive applications. This course includes DC and AC principles and their various uses in the automobile. The relationship between Ohm's law and actual automotive circuits is demonstrated.

AUT 133 ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the theories of electricity, including magnetism, series and parallel circuits, Ohm's Law and an introduction to the use of various electrical test equipment.

AUT 141 INTRODUCTION TO HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING 4.0 Credits
This course is a basic study of the principles of heat transfer and refrigeration in automotive technology.

AUT 145 ENGINE PERFORMANCE 3.0 Credits
This course covers the diagnosis of various performance problems using the appropriate diagnostic equipment and diagnostic manuals. Logical thinking is also included in the course.

AUT 151 AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 3.0 Credits
This course is a basic study of automotive transmission and transaxle service, including proper procedures for doing minor transmission and transaxle removal and replacement procedures.

AUT 153 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSIS 3.0 Credits
This course is a basic study of powerflow charts and their use in diagnosing automatic transmissions, including the use of pressure testing in diagnosing automatic transmission concerns. Automatic transmission overhaul is included.

AUT 221 SUSPENSION AND STEERING DIAGNOSIS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the diagnosis and repair of front and rear suspension using suspension diagnostic charts, shop manuals and alignment equipment.

AUT 222 FOUR-WHEEL ALIGNMENT 2.0 Credits
This course is a review of alignment angles and adjusting procedures used in four-wheel alignment, including the use of four-wheel alignment equipment.

AUT 241 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING 4.0 Credits
This course is a study in the principles of refrigeration, operation and testing procedures to determine the cause of malfunction, and servicing or repairing by approved methods. Emphasis is on special tools, equipment and safety procedures.

AUT 245 ADVANCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE 5.0 Credits
This course includes "hands-on" diagnostics, including an in-depth study and use of the oscilloscope in diagnosing engine performance problems.

AUT 262 ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR 4.0 Credits
This course is an advanced study of the proper diagnostic and repair procedures required on newer computerized automobiles, including scan tool and digital multimeter operation.

BAF 101 PERSONAL FINANCE 3.0 Credits
This course includes the practical applications of concepts and techniques used in managing personal finances. Major areas of study include financial planning, budgeting, credit use, housing, insurance, investments and retirement planning.

BAF 201 PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE 3.0 Credits
This is an introductory course to the field of finance. The monetary and credit systems are examined along with how the demand for funds is met in both the public and private sector. Quantitative features include financial ratios, the time value of money, capital budgeting and working capital budgeting.

BCT 101 INTRODUCTION TO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 5.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial construction, construction terms, tools of the trade and their safe use.

BCT 102 FUNDAMENTALS OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of framing for residential and light commercial buildings.

BCT 103 CONSTRUCTION SITE LAYOUT 4.0 Credits
This course covers location and layout of building corners, elevation, and the use of appropriate tools.

BCT 104 SITE LAYOUT AND PREPARATION 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of principles, equipment, and methods used to perform site layouts and distance measurements.

BCT 111 BLUEPRINT READING AND SPECIFICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introductory study of construction plans and specifications and how they represent finished buildings.

BCT 112 CONSTRUCTION PRINT READING 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of residential and light commercial prints.

BCT 113 FUNDAMENTALS OF CONSTRUCTION PRINTS 4.0 Credits
This course includes reading prints for residential and light commercial building construction.

BCT 115 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND EQUIPMENT 2.0 Credits
This course includes what personal protective clothing and equipment to wear, how to perform basic consctruction tasks safely, and how to respond to accidents if they occur.

BCT 131 ESTIMATING/QUANTITY TAKEOFF 2.0 Credits
This course covers construction estimation and quantity takeoff for construction trades based on local and national building codes.

BCT 132 INTRODUCTION TO COMMERICAL ESTIMATING 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of the commercial estimating practices, techniques and software as it applies to the construction of light commercial building projects, such as schools, office building, retail facilites and other buildings used by commercial businesses.

BCT 142 FUNDAMENTALS OF CONSTRUCTION SAFETY 4.0 Credits
This course covers safety standards and practices as they apply to the building construction industry.

BCT 201 PRINCIPLES OF ROOF CONSTRUCTION 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of design and construction of roof systems and roofing materials for residential and light commercial construction.

BCT 209 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credits
This is a course designed with projects using building construction skills.

BCT 212 CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND DESIGN 3.0 Credits
This course covers residential construction methods and designs.

BCT 221 CONSTRUCTION BUILDING CODE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of local, state, and national building code requirements as they apply to residential and commercial construction.

BCT 223 RESIDENTIAL MECHANICAL SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the workings of the basic HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems found in residential structures.

BIO 100 INTRODUCTORY BIOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This is a course in general biology designed to introduce principles of biology. Emphasis is on organ systems. Selected medical terminology and basic chemical principles are included. This course does not meet the requirements for an associate degree, but may meet the requirements for a diploma or certificate.

BIO 101 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE I 4.0 Credits
This course is the first of a sequence introducing biology. Topics include the scientific method, basic biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell physiology, cell reproduction and development, Mendelian genetics, population genetics, natural selection, evolution and ecology.

BIO 102 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE II 4.0 Credits
This is a continuation of introductory biology that includes classification of organisms and structural and functional considerations of all kingdoms (particularly major phyla as well as viruses). Vertebrate animals and vascular plants are emphasized.

BIO 110 GENERAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course is a general introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Emphasis is on the organ systems of the human and their interrelationships.

BIO 112 BASIC ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This course is a basic integrated study of the structure and function of the human body.

BIO 115 BASIC MICROBIOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This is a general course in microbiology, including epidemiology and the presence, control and identification of microorganisms.

BIO 140 BASIC NUTRITION 3.0 Credits
This course is a practical introduction to human nutrition for nonscience majors, including: nutrient types and food sources, energy metabolism and weight control, diet analysis and planning, eating disorders, and the relationship of nutrition to health problems such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

BIO 141 BASIC NUTRITION LAB 1.0 Credit
This laboratory experience consists of experiments, computer simulations, films and discussions dealing with nutritional analysis of foods and their health implications.

BIO 201 ZOOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of the classification, characteristics, structure, physiology, reproduction, development, evolution and behavior of animals.

BIO 202 BOTANY 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of the cells, tissue, structure, growth, development, organization, energetics and physiology of plants.

BIO 205 ECOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course introduces basic principles of population biology, ecology and environmental science as applied to the study of interactions between human kind and the biosphere. (Biology 206, Ecology Lab, may be taken concurrently)

BIO 206 ECOLOGY LAB 1.0 Credit
This ecology laboratory experience consists of discussions, demonstrations, experiments, films and field trips pertaining to the relationships of humans to the biosphere, human ecology, resource use and environmental impact.

BIO 207 WETLANDS BIOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This course will include wetlands classification, energy flow and nutrient recycling, common and unique organisms, and threats and preservation. One or more regional wetlands will receive special study and will be surveyed during the laboratory.

BIO 210 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I 4.0 Credits
This is the first in a sequence of courses, including an intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body systems are studied. Emphasis is placed on the manner in which systems interact to maintain homeostasis. The study includes general chemistry principles, biochemistry, cells and tissues and the following systems will be covered: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses.

BIO 211 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II 4.0 Credits
This is a continuation of a sequence of courses, including intensive coverage of the body as an integrated whole. All body systems are studied. Emphasis is placed on the manner in which systems interact to maintain homeostasis. The following systems will be covered: endocrine, lymphatic, immune, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive.

BIO 225 MICROBIOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This is a detailed study of microbiology as it relates to infection and the disease processes of the body. Topics include immunity, epidemiology, medically important microorganisms and diagnostic procedures for identification. Application to clinical health will be emphasized.

BIO 227 PATHOGENIC MICROBIOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This is a detailed study of pathogenic microorganisms in disease processes. Topics include procedures for identifying causative agents, isolation and differentiation of pathogens. Applications to clinical health will be emphasized.

BIO 230 GENERAL PATHOLOGY 4.0 Credits
This course introduces fundamentals of human disease, including structural and functional changes. Clinical manifestations and principles of treatment are emphasized.

BIO 240 NUTRITION 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the essential aspects concerning the science of nutrition. Particular emphasis is on the classes of nutrients and their physiological uses in the body. Body energy requirements and the nutritional status of the world are considered.

BIO 290 SUPERVISED COOPERATIVE WORK EXPEREINCE IN BIOLOGY RESEARCH 4.0 Credits
This course provides valuable work and research skills related to the biological sciences by assigning students to a state agency, national agency or private industry. Lecture will consist of an introduction to biological research.

BUS 101 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the nature of business activity in relation to the economic society, including how a business is owned, organized, managed and controlled.

BUS 110 ENTREPRENEURSHIP 3.0 Credits
This course is a introduction to the process of starting a small business, including forms of ownership and management.

BUS 121 BUSINESS LAW I 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of legal procedures, law and society, classifications and systems of law, the tribunals administering justice and their actions, contracts, sales, transfer of titles, rights and duties of the parties, conditions and warranties.

BUS 130 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the application of communication skills to situations routinely encountered in business environments. Students will generate oral and written reports and presentations.

BUS 210 INTRODUCTION TO E-COMMERCE IN BUSINESS 3.0 Credits
This course is the study of electronic commerce and the operations and applications from the business perspective. Emphasis is placed on business concepts and strategies and how they apply to the process of buying and selling goods and services online.

BUS 240 BUSINESS STATISTICS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of statistical methods related to business, including descriptive statistics, probability, binomial and normal distributions and hypothesis testing.

BUS 250 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3.0 Credits
This is a survey course in international business designed to enhance the global perspective of business students. Emphasis is placed on the legal, cultural, economic and political factors faced in operating an international business.

BUS 260 INSURANCE PRINCIPLES 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the types of insurance companies, varieties of coverage and the relation of insurance to business activity, the national economy and personal interests.

CET 105 SURVEYING I 3.0 Credits
This course includes surveying theory and practice; care and use of instruments; traversing procedures; and computation of closure. Also included in this course are differential and trigonometric leveling and computation of the area of real property.

CET 120 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS 3.0 Credits
This course includes a study of basic materials used in construction, including research of building product specifications.

CET 205 SURVEYING II 4.0 Credits
This course includes electro-optical instrumentation techniques and complex computations used in surveying. Also included are field astronomy, highway curves and topographic surveying.

CET 216 SOIL MECHANICS 3.0 Credits
This course covers soil types, their engineering properties, and techniques of field and laboratory identification and testing. Also covered is analysis and design of soil-related structures, including spread footings and retaining walls.

CET 218 HYDRAULICS 3.0 Credits
This course includes the fundamentals of flow, control, disposal of water, and flow through open and closed conduits, orifices, and weirs.

CET 235 CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND ESTIMATING 3.0 Credits
This course covers basic construction techniques with emphasis on cost estimating. This course includes quantity takeoff and tabulation of data using spreadsheet format. Oral and written presentations are included.

CET 238 CONSTRUCTION PLANNING AND SCHEDULING 2.0 Credits
This course covers the decision-making process involved in organizing the labor, materials and equipment for a construction project. The course also includes CPM scheduling techniques, both manually and with the use of computer software.

CET 242 CONCRETE DESIGN 3.0 Credits
This course covers the design of concrete structural members according to the ACI codes, quality control of concrete and structural inspection.

CET 244 STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN 3.0 Credits
This course covers the design of beams, columns, floor framing, tension and compression members, and bolted and welded connections according to AISC specifications. The course includes making detailed fabrication drawings of beams, columns and connections.

CET 246 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course covers a study of the sources, treatment, collection and distribution of water and waste water. Also included are water and sewer pipe hydraulics and loads on buried pipes.

CET 251 HIGHWAY DESIGN 3.0 Credits
This course covers a study of the design and construction of a highway. Topics include geometric design, earthwork computations and drainage.

CGC 101 INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC TECHNIQUES 3.0 Credits
This course covers the processes of printed reproduction, with an emphasis on offset printing. A variety of printing equipment and operating techniques are included.

CGC 105 BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY 3.0 Credits
This course covers the fundamentals of the photographic process, including principles of picture composition, camera operation and darkroom techniques.

CGC 106 TYPOGRAPHY I 3.0 Credits
This course covers typography and photocomposition.

CGC 110 ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING 3.0 Credits
This is an introductory course to the fundamentals of electronic publishing.

CGC 122 BASIC OFFSET PRESS OPERATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the basic competencies required to operate an offset press.

CGC 125 BASIC OFFSET PREPARATION 3.0 Credits
This course covers the basics of preparing a job to be reproduced from the mechanical stage to preparing the offset printing plate.

CGC 132 SCREEN PRINTING 3.0 Credits
This course covers an introduction to screen printing terminology, equipment and processes.

CGC 135 COMMERCIAL GRAPHICS OPERATIONS 3.0 Credits

CGC 206 TYPOGRAPHY II 3.0 Credits
This course covers advanced typography and photocomposition.

CGC 210 ADVANCED ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING 3.0 Credits
This course covers a wide range of computer hardware, software and peripherals.

CGC 222 ADVANCED OFFSET PRESS OPERATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course covers advanced techniques in the operation of the offset press.

CGC 224 ADVANCED PROCESS CAMERA 3.0 Credits
This course builds on basic darkroom skills, including comprehensive study of halftones, duotones, special techniques and four-color reproduction.

CGC 225 IMAGE ASSEMBLY 3.0 Credits
This course covers an in-depth study of the image assembly techniques used for offset printing.

CGC 230 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 4.0 Credits
This course covers routine equipment maintenance procedures.

CGC 240 SENIOR PROJECTS IN COMMERCIAL GRAPHICS 3.0 Credits
This course consists of advanced projects related to the commercial graphics industry.

CGC 250 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN COMMERCIAL GRAPHICS 3.0 Credits
This course consists of special projects related to the commercial graphics industry.

CHM 100 INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY 4.0 Credits
This is an introductory course in general chemistry and principles of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on mathematical solutions and laboratory techniques. (This course does not meet the requirements for an associate degree, but may meet the requirements for a diploma or certificate.)

CHM 101 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I 4.0 Credits
This is the first of a sequence of courses in fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature, formulas and equations, common substances and reactions, stoichiometry, states of matter, solutions and equilibria.

CHM 105 GENERAL ORGANIC AND BIOCHEMISTRY 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomic and molecular structure, common substances and reactions, introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry.

CHM 110 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I 4.0 Credits
This is the first course in a sequence that includes the following topics: atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature and equations, properties, reactions and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions and equilibria.

CHM 111 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II (FOR STUDENTS CONTINUING IN CHEMISTRY) 4.0 Credits
This course is a continuation of the study of atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature and equations, properties, reactions and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions and equilibria. Other topics included are kinetics, thermodynamics and electrochemistry.

CHM 112 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II (FOR STUDENTS NOT CONTINUING IN CHEMISTRY) 4.0 Credits
This course is a continuation of the study of atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature and equations, properties, reactions and states of matter, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions and equilibria. Other topics included are organic chemistry and biochemistry.

CHM 211 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 4.0 Credits
This is the first in a sequence of courses that includes nomenclature, structure and properties, and reaction mechanisms of basic organic chemistry.

CHM 212 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 4.0 Credits
This course is a continuation of basic organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure and properties, reaction mechanisms of basic organic chemistry, biochemistry and spectroscopy.

CHT 225 INDUSTRIAL CHEMICAL ANALYSIS 4.0 Credits
This course covers modern chemical instrumentation. It includes analytical chemistry theory and laboratory experiments. Instruments studied include visible, infrared, and atomic absorption spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs, and pH meters. Some of these instruments are computer interfaced.

CHT 230 SURVEY IN ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY 3.0 Credits
Topics in this course include supplement to general chemistry with emphasis on engineering applications, basic physical chemistry principles,organics and the properties of polymers, chemical nomenclature, chemical thermodynamics and other topics of interest to the chemical technician.

CHT 250 METHODS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY I 3.0 Credits
Topics in this course include wet chemistry techniques & standard non-automated laboratory procedures used in engineering and manufacturing environments, including separations, titrations, gravimetric analysis, volumetric analysis, pH, refractive index, molecular weight & other standard procedures.

CHT 252 METHODS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY II 3.0 Credits
Topics in this course include the theory & operation of instruments used for chemical analysis in engineering and manufacturing environments including spectroscopy, chromatography, & electrochemical analyses among others. It covers both automated and semi-automated systems, sample preparation, etc.

CHT 271 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING PROCESS PRINCIPLES 4.0 Credits
This course consists of a basic understanding of the processes and equipment used in the chemical processing industry, which is accomplished by studying theoretical principles and laboratory practical applications. Processes and equipment for heat and mass transfer, process control, distillation, reactors, and other operations are included.

CHT 275 CHEMICAL PROCESS TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
Topics in this course include lecture & labs designed to teach systematic methods for the qauntitative description of chemical engineering systems including the theory of chemical processing, modeling, simulation, process control,systems conrol & analytical software common in the industry.

COL 101 COLLEGE ORIENTATION 1.0 Credits
This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success.

COL 102 INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE 2.0 Credits
This course may include selected topics such as career planning study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success.

COL 103 COLLEGE SKILLS 3.0 Credits
This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance and other subjects to facilitate student success. It focuses on listening skills, note-taking strategies, time management, textbook mastery, memory techniques and test-taking skills.

COL 104 STUDY SKILLS BASIC VOCABULARY 1.0 Credits
This course includes selected topics under study skills and student success.

COL 105 FRESHMAN SEMINAR 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the purposes of higher education and provides a general orientation to the functions and resources of the college. The course is designed to help freshman adjust to the college community, develop a better understanding of the learning process, and acquire essential academic survival skills.

COL 106 SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS 1.0 Credits
This course is designed to enhance the skills of entering freshmen to facilitate their ability to succeed in the college environment. The course topics include student/instructor expectations, time management, library/computer orientation, listening/note-taking, studying for success, learning styles/personality types, and diversity and differences on campus.

COL 109 ADVANCED ACADEMIC STUDY SKILLS 1.0 Credits
The course is designed to develop advanced study skills for enhanced contextual readings in an academic setting.

COL 250 INFORMATION LITERACY 3.0 Credits
Course introduces students to a wide range of print and electronic information resources and literacy skills basic to success in their academic work, their career, & in life long learning. (Note: Course is designed for transfer from OCTC and MTC to USC-Cola's College of Education Dept of Instr & Teacher Ed.)

CPE 208 PERIPHERALS 4.0 Credits
This course covers the basic input and output equipment interface with computers, including an analysis of the operation of various types of equipment.

CPE 215 LAN SETUP AND TROUBLESHOOTING 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to client server system hardware and software setup and troubleshooting.

CPE 216 PC NETWORKING 3.0 Credits
This course covers an introduction to LANs for technicians, including installation and troubleshooting of small local area networks.

CPE 220 COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the operation of the operating system and its use in analyzing a computer system.

CPE 224 SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING 3.0 Credits
This course covers the tools and techniques used in troubleshooting computer systems, fault isolation in computer systems using logical analysis of systems and test equipment indications.

CPT 101 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS 3.0 Credits
This course covers basic computer history, theory and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and the operating system.

CPT 104 INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic computer components and peripherals, basic computer functions, I/O concepts, storage concepts, data communications, distributed processing and programming language concepts.

CPT 113 INFORMATION SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the principles and technologies used in modern management information systems.

CPT 115 COBOL PROGRAMMING I 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the nature and use of the common business-oriented language - COBOL.

CPT 168 PROGRAMMING LOGIC AND DESIGN 3.0 Credits
This course examines problem-solving techniques applied to program design. Topics include a variety of documentation techniques as means of solution presentation.

CPT 170 MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course introduces microcomputer applications software, including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, graphs and their integration.

CPT 172 MICROCOMPUTER DATABASE 3.0 Credits
This course introduces microcomputer database concepts, including generating reports from the database and creating, maintaining and modifying databases.

CPT 174 MICROCOMPUTER SPREADSHEETS 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the use of spreadsheet software on the microcomputer. Topics include creating, editing, using formulas, using functions and producing graphs.

CPT 176 MICROCOMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course covers operating systems concepts of microcomputers, including file maintenance, disk organization, batch files and subdirectory concepts. This course also provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform post-installation and day-to-day administration on tasks in a single-domain or multiple-domain Microsoft Windows NT-based network. Instruction includes: disk resources and management; tracking usage and disk space; creating and administering user and group accounts; administering the MS Windows NT Server and Windows NT Workstation operating system in a real world environment.

CPT 179 MICROCOMPUTER WORD PROCESSING 3.0 Credits
This course introduces microcomputer word processing. Topics include creating, editing, formatting and printing documents.

CPT 185 EVENT-DRIVEN PROGRAMMING 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the student to the development of professional-looking, special-purpose Windows applications using the graphical user interface of Windows.

CPT 208 SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course focuses on changes in computer technology. Emphasis will be placed on cutting-edge technologies in telecommunications or information systems, and the course will cover material of special interest to the department.

CPT 209 COMPUTER SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credits
This course examines the methods and procedures used in maintaining microcomputer systems. Topics include hardware and software installation, configuration, operations, and troubleshooting. This course also serves as foundational training in supporting the MS Windows NT operating system. Students learn to boot up, install, configure and trouble shoot the Windows NT operating system. Instruction includes how to manage system policies; file systems, how to configure protocols; NT networking services; remote access; implementing network clients; file synchronization and directory replication.

CPT 210 COMPUTER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credits
This course examines the interaction of people, systems and computers, strategic management issues unique to the information technology environment are discussed.

CPT 212 VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING 3.0 Credits
This course focuses on windows programming using visual basic to create graphical user interfaces. The course examines forms, controls, graphical controls, loops, control arrays, database and traditional file processing, and application class scheduling.

CPT 213 ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC PROGRAM 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the object oriented features of visual basic and their use in acc essing databases. It includes classes, collection and web access.

CPT 215 COBOL PROGRAMMING II 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes file maintenance and tables using advanced concepts in COBOL.

CPT 220 E-COMMERCE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of fundamental computer and business concepts applied to the world of e-commerce.

CPT 232 C++ PROGRAMMING I 3.0 Credits
This introductory course in C++ Programming I emphasizes the designing, coding, testing, and debugging of C++ programs involving input/output operations, data types, storage classes, decision structures, looping, functions, arrays, simple pointers, and strings.

CPT 233 C++ PROGRAMMING II 3.0 Credits
This course introduces object-oriented design techniques using C++. Topics include classes, friends, overloading operators, inheritance, and virtual functions.

CPT 234 C PROGRAMMING I 3.0 Credits
This introductory course in C programming emphasizes the designing, coding, testing and debugging of C programs involving input/output operations, data types, storage classes, decision structures, looping, functions, pre-processor directives, arrays and simple pointers.

CPT 235 C PROGRAMMING II 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of using advanced techniques for programming with the C language, including structures, advanced pointers, string manipulations, bit operations and C library functions.

CPT 236 INTRODUCTION TO JAVA PROGAMMING 3.0 Credits
Topics will cover java syntx and classes for use in the development of java application and applets.

CPT 237 ADVANCED JAVA PROGRAMMING 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of advanced topics of the JAVA programming language by building on a basic knowledge of the JAVA language. Topics covered will include multi-reading, swing classes, swing event models, advanced layout managers, the favabean component model, network programming and serverside programming.

CPT 240 INTERNET PROGRAMMING WITH DATABASES 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the implementation of dynamic web pages forcusing on the development of web sites that interact with databases utilizing current serverside technologies along with the databases to deliver dynamic content to client browser.

CPT 242 DATABASE 3.0 Credits
This course introduces database models and the fundamentals of database design. Topics include database structure, database processing and application programs which assess a database.

CPT 244 DATA STRUCTURES 3.0 Credits
This course examines data structures widely used in programming. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching techniques.

CPT 247 UNIX OPERATING SYSTEM 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic UNIX commands including the vi editor, file structures and shell programming.

CPT 248 UNIX ADMINISTRATION 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of UNIX system operation procedures, administration and networking.

CPT 255 OPERATING SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS 3.0 Credits
This course examines popular operating systems of several different types of computers. Topics include command languages, utility programs, and screen design. This course also examines designing, implementing and supporting the Windows NT Server network operating system in a multidomain enterprise environment.

CPT 257 OPERATING SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course examines the theory of operating systems and how the operating system theory is implemented in current operating systems.

CPT 259 CICS-VS APPLICATIONS DESIGN 3.0 Credits
This course covers on-line applications using CICS facilities. Topics include terminology, architecture, features, options, strategies, and techniques for design and implementation of efficient, responsive and maintainable CICS programs.

CPT 260 FUNDAMENTALS OF OS AND WEB SERVERS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of operating techniques needed for setting up and maintaining web server.

CPT 262 ADVANCED WEB PAGE PUBLISHING 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of advanced techniques in web page design and implementation.

CPT 263 ADVANCED MULTIMEDIA FOR WEB PAGES 3.0 Credits
This ourse is a study of advanced topics in graphics, audio, and video elements to be used in the design and implementation of effective web pages.

CPT 264 SYSTEMS AND 3.0 Credits
This course covers the techniques of system analysis, design, development and implementation.

CPT 267 TECH SUPPORT 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of technical support/help desk concepts and techniques for supporting computers and computer services.

CPT 268 COMPUTER END-USER SUPPORT 3.0 Credits
This course prepares students to train and support end-users. Topics include end-user support functions, developing training modules, and strategies to provide ongoing technical support. Emphasis is on solving problems with users (needs analysis, troubleshooting, and interaction with users).

CPT 272 ADVANCED MICROCOMPUTER DATABASE 3.0 Credits
course emphasizes accessing databases using advanced concepts in microcomputer database application software. Techniques include SQL, application generators and database programming to generate various applications.

CPT 274 ADVANCED MICROCOMPUTER SPREADSHEETS 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes complex applications of spreadsheet software for the microcomputer using advanced concepts.

CPT 275 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY SENIOR PROJECT 3.0 Credits
This course includes the design, development, testing, and implementation of an instructor approved project.

CPT 279 ADVANCED MICROCOMPUTER WORD PROCESSING 3.0 Credits
This course emphasizes complex applications of word processing software for the microcomputer using advanced concepts.

CPT 282 INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY 3.0 Credits
This course is the study of the protection of information and equipment in computer systems. Topics include all aspects of systems protection, including physical secruity, hardware, software and communications secruity. Addresses technical, legal and ethical issues.

CPT 290 MICROCOMPUTER MULTIMEDIA CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course will cover introductory microcomputer multimedia concepts and applications. The course will utilize text, graphics, animation, sound, video and various multimedia applications in the design, development and creation of multimedia presentations.

CPT 293 ADVANCED MICROCOMPUTER MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course covers advanced topics for microcomputer multimedia development utilizing advanced techniques in the use of text, graphics, animation, sound, video and compact disc. Script language programming and its use in the development of interactive multimedia presentations are included.

CRJ 101 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of the functions and responsibilities of agencies involved in the administration of justice, including police organizations, court systems, correctional systems and juvenile justice agencies.

CRJ 115 CRIMINAL LAW I 3.0 Credits
This course covers the development of criminal law in America. The basic elements of specific criminal offenses, criminal defenses and various legal principles upon which criminal law is established are reviewed.

CRJ 125 CRIMINOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the various theories of criminal causation and control, the identification of criminal typologies, and the reaction of society to crime and criminals.

CRJ 130 POLICE ADMINISTRATION 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the organization, administration and management of law enforcement agencies. Students are introduced to the principles of organization and management and to concepts such as organizational behavior, planning and research, budgeting, selection and training of personnel, and coordination of services.

CRJ 210 THE JUVENILE AND THE LAW 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the juvenile justice system. This process is examined from initial custody to disposition, both from a historical and modern perspective.

CRJ 220 THE JUDICIAL PROCESS 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of the law-making function of the courts, the growth of common law, the structure and organization of the courts, court processes and procedures involved in criminal and civil cases and the question of reform for the administration of justice.

CRJ 230 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION I 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the fundamentals of interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects. Different methods of conducting crime scene searches and methods used in investigating various crimes are studied in the course.

CRJ 236 CRIMINAL EVIDENCE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the established rules of evidence from arrest to release in the administration of criminal justice.

CRJ 242 CORRECTIONAL SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to aspects of the correctional function in criminal justice, including organization, process, procedure, and clients incarcerated and on conditional release.

CRJ 244 PROBATION, PARDON AND PAROLE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the development, organization, operation and results of systems of probation and parole as substitutes for incarceration. The philosophy and methods of treatment of offenders and the operational problems and activities of the probation/parole officer are studied in the course.

CRJ 246 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE 3.0 Credits
In this course issues are examined within the criminal justice community/profession that are of special concern to students and practitioners because of such elements as timeliness, local concern, legal issues or other dynamic factors.

CRJ 250 CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP I 3.0 Credits
This course includes practical experience in a criminal justice or private security setting.

CRP 121 MACHINE SHORTHAND I 3.0 Credits
This is an introductory course to the basic theory for writing on the stenotype machine. Students will learn the basic theory of machine shorthand and writing for CAT (computer-aided transcription), including memorization of brief forms, phrase building, short and long vowels, and rapid reading of machine shorthand notes.

CRP 122 MACHINE SHORTHAND II 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic machine shorthand theory with emphasis on accurate writing, reading and transcription. An introduction to testimony and jury charge material is included.

CRP 123 MACHINE SHORTHAND III 3.0 Credits
This course covers speed-building on literary, testimony, and jury charge material with emphasis on accurate transcription.

CRP 131 MACHINE SHORTHAND SKILL DEVELOPMENT I 1.0 Credit
This course includes speed building through class dictation and read-back, tapes, and additional machine assignments.

CRP 132 MACHINE SHORTHAND SKILL DEVELOPMENT II 1.0 Credit
This course includes a continuation of speed building through class dictation and read-back, tapes, and additional machine assignments.

CRP 133 MACHINE SHORTHAND SKILL DEVELOPMENT III 1.0 Credit
This course includes a continuation of shorthand speed building through class dictation and read-back, tapes, and additional machine assignments.

CRP 141 COURT REPORTING COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course includes keyboarding on the pc, with emphasis on speed and accuracy using the touch system.

CRP 151 LEGAL TERMINOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of legal and courtroom terminology with special emphasis on Latin terms used in the legal field.

CRP 152 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FOR MACHINE SHORTHAND 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of medical terms, definitions, root words, prefixes and suffixes with machine theory application of medical terms.

CRP 161 COURT REPORTING COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the production of accurate transcripts, including emphasis on grammar, punctuation and spelling. Capitalization is also emphasized.

CRP 231 MACHINE SHORTHAND SKILL DEVELOPMENT IV 1.0 Credit
This course includes speed improvement through class dictation and read-back, tapes, and additional machine assignments.

CRP 232 MACHINE SHORTHAND SKILL DEVELOPMENT V 1.0 Credit
This course includes speed-building through class dictation and read-back, tapes, and additional machine assignments.

CRP 242 COURT REPORTING COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY II 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of computer-aided transcription for court reporters with emphasis on accuracy.

CRP 243 COURT REPORTING COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY III 3.0 Credits
This course includes computer-aided transcription of court reporting materials with an emphasis on accuracy.

CRP 253 MEDICAL DICTATION AND TRANSCRIPTION 3.0 Credits
This course covers the development of machine familiarity with medical vocabulary through practice dictation and transcription of medical materials related to court reporting.

CRP 271 COURT REPORTING 3.0 Credits
This course includes a study of CAT, including transcript projects from actual circuit and family court cases, mock trials and conferences. Emphasis is placed on decorum, ethics and appropriate dress.

CRP 275 CORRELATED MACHINE SHORTHAND 3.0 Credits
This course includes speed building as a supplement to machine shorthand.

CRP 281 COURT REPORTING PRACTICUM 3.0 Credits
This course involves actual writing on the shorthand machine with an experienced reporter in actual situations-depositions, trials, motions, hearing, etc.-and transcript production.

CWE 111 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE I 1.0 Credit
This course includes cooperative work experience in an approved setting.

CWE 112 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE I 2.0 Credits
This course includes cooperative work experience in an approved setting.

CWE 122 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE II 2.0 Credits
This course includes cooperative work experience in an approved setting.

DAT 113 DENTAL MATERIALS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of physical and chemical properties of matter and identification, characteristics and manipulation of dental materials.

DAT 115 ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM 1.0 Credit
This course introduces a cursory history of dental assisting, professional associations, scope of service in dentistry and ethical, legal and professional considerations. The State Dental Practice Act is reviewed.

DAT 118 DENTAL MORPHOLOGY 2.0 Credits
This course emphasizes the development, eruption and individual characteristics of each tooth and surrounding structures. This course also covers the embryology and histology of the head and neck.

DAT 121 DENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION 2.0 Credits
This course defines the responsibilities of the dental assistant in individual and community dental health education with emphasis on the etiology of dental disease, methods for prevention, and principles of nutrition in relationship to oral health and preventive dentistry.

DAT 122 DENTAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT 2.0 Credits
This course provides a study of the business aspect of a dental office. It includes exposure to dental practice management software.

DAT 123 ORAL MEDICINE/ORAL BIOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course presents a basic study of oral pathology, pharmacology, nutrition and common emergencies as related to the role of the dental assistant.

DAT 127 DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY 4.0 Credits
This course provides the fundamental background and theory for the safe and effective use of x-radiation in dentistry. It encompasses the history of x-rays, production and uses of radiation, radiographic film, exposure factors, interpretation of radiographs and radiation hygiene.

DAT 154 CLINICAL PROCEDURES I 4.0 Credits
This course includes preparation to assist a dentist efficiently in four-handed dentistry. Emphasis is on the names and functions of all dental instruments, the principles involved in their use and the assistant's role in dental instrumentation.

DAT 174 OFFICE ROTATIONS 4.0 Credits
This is an introductory course to a general office with emphasis placed on chairside assisting and office management.

DAT 177 DENTAL OFFICE EXPERIENCE 7.0 Credits
This course consists of practice in the dental office or clinic, with rotation of assignments to encompass experiences in office management and clinical experience in all areas of dentistry.

DAT 183 SPECIALTY FUNCTIONS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to dental specialties, the refinement, the roles served by assistants in the dental specialties and the expanded legal functions for qualified assistants.

DHG 115 MEDICAL AND DENTAL EMERGENCIES 2.0 Credits
This course provides a study of the various medical/dental emergencies and appropriate treatment measures. Additionally, it includes managing medically compromised dental patients and provides for CPR certification.

DHG 121 DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY 3.0 Credits
This course provides the application of the principles of radiology with emphasis on exposing, processing, mounting, evaluating and interpreting dental radiographs. Radiation safety is stressed.

DHG 125 TOOTH MORPHOLOGY AND HISTOLOGY 2.0 Credits
This course covers the embryogenesis and histology of the head and neck structures with primary emphasis on the oral cavity. The formation, eruption patterns and morphology of primary and permanent dentitions are studied.

DHG 140 GENERAL AND ORAL PATHOLOGY 2.0 Credits
This course provides a correlation of basic pathologic principles to disease processes in the oral cavity. The role of the dental hygienist in early disease detection is emphasized. Diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of diseases affecting the head and neck are discussed.

DHG 141 PERIODONTOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course presents a study of the principles, etiologies, classifications and treatments of periodontal disease with emphasis on the role of the dental hygienist.

DHG 143 DENTAL PHARMACOLOGY 2.0 Credits
This course provides a study of drugs used in dentistry. Emphasis is placed on the physical and chemical properties of the drugs, dosages and therapeutic effects, methods of administration, and indications/contraindications for the use of the drug. A study of dental anesthetics is included.

DHG 151 DENTAL HYGIENE PRINCIPLES 5.0 Credits
This course is a study of the principles of infection control and hazardous waste communication; instrumentation and instrument design; operator and patient positioning; operation of basic dental equipment; patient evaluation; and medical history review.

DHG 161 CLINICAL DHG I FOUNDATIONS 4.0 Credits
This course completes the basic instrumentation instruction; introduces polishing and anticaries therapies; presents periodontal health assessment; and introduces the clinical setting for application of dental hygiene skills for patient care.

DHG 175 CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE II 5.0 Credits
This course provides for the continued development of the skills necessary to perform dental hygiene care. Emphasis is placed on total patient care and treatment planning. Introduction to expanded functions is presented.

DHG 230 PUBLIC HEALTH DENTISTRY 3.0 Credits
This course provides a study of oral health and the prevention of oral disease in a community. Emphasis is on assessment of community groups and dental health needs and planning, implementation and evaluation of community programs.

DHG 231 DENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION 1.0 Credit
This course provides an opportunity for the dental hygiene student to present and apply dental health information to various community groups and organizations. Project implementation and evaluation are included. Public speaking concepts will be addressed in this course.

DHG 239 DENTAL ASSISTING FOR DENTAL HYGIENISTS 2.0 Credits
This course introduces the dental assisting role and responsibilities. Emphasis is on four-handed dentistry, the use and manipulations of dental materials, and office management.

DHG 241 INTEGRATED DENTAL HYGIENE I 1.0 Credit
This course provides for the integration of the basic and dental hygiene sciences with current concepts of clinical dental hygiene practice. Client case studies will be used to enhance clinical decision making skills.

DHG 242 INTEGRATED DENTAL HYGIENE II 1.0 Credit
This course provides for the integration of the basic and dental sciences with current dental hygiene concepts. Emphasis is placed on ethical/legal aspects of dental hygiene practice and practice management techniques. Topics dealing with evidence based practices, dental hygiene research, and transition to non-academic clinical settings will be studied.

DHG 243 NUTRITION AND DENTAL HEALTH 2.0 Credits
This course provides a study of nutrients, their nature, source and utilization. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between diet and oral health. Oral manifestations of nutritional deficiencies are also studied.

DHG 255 CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE III 5.0 Credits
This course provides for the development of proficiency in the clinical dental hygiene setting with emphasis on the implementation of treatment plans to meet the individual patient's oral health needs. Also included in this course are concepts and experiences with geriatric patients, introduction to recent technological advances for periodontal debridement, and pain control for dental hygiene procedures via infiltration anesthesia.

DHG 265 CLINICAL DENTAL HYGIENE IV 5.0 Credits
This course permits refinement of clinical techniques and skills, technology and current procedural practices of the dental hygienist with emphasis on self-evaluation and quality assurance. Dental ethics and jurisprudence are addressed in this course.

DHG 272 DENTAL HYGIENE EXTERNSHIP 2.0 Credits
This course provides exposure to dental practices by means of office rotations, lectures and discussions. It also includes dental ethics and jurisprudence.

ECD 101 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of the history, theories and curriculum models of early education. Emphasis is on current trends/issues, with review of state/national regulations. Characteristics of quality programs and professional teachers are explored in the course.

ECD 102 GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT I 3.0 Credits
This course is an extensive study of philosophies and theories of growth and development of infants/toddlers. Focus is on & quot;total " development of the child, with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, cognitive and nutritional areas. Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored in the course.

ECD 105 CLASSROOM GUIDANCE & MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credits
This course is an overview of developmentally appropriate, effective guidance and classroom management techniques for the teacher of young children. A positive, pro-active approach is stressed in the course.

ECD 107 EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of special needs children and their families. Emphasis is on prevalence of disorders, treatment modalities, community resources serving exceptional children, the teacher's role in mainstreaming and early identification, and federal legislation affecting exceptional children.

ECD 108 FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course is an overview of techniques and materials for promoting effective family/program partnerships to foster positive child development. Emphasis is on availability and accessibility of community resources and on developing appropriate communications skills.

ECD 109 ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the role and responsibilities of an early childhood administrator. Special focus is on program monetary matters, space management, curriculum, health and food services, and relations among the public, staff, and parents.

ECD 131 LANGUAGE ARTS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of methods and materials in age-appropriate language experiences. Opportunities are provided to develop listening, speaking, prereading and prewriting skills through planning, implementation and evaluation of media, methods, techniques and equipment. Methods of selection, evaluation and presentation of children's literature are included.

ECD 132 CREATIVE EXPERIENCES 3.0 Credits
In this course the importance of creativity and independence in creative expression are stressed. A variety of age-appropriate media, methods, techniques and equipment are utilized. Students plan, implement and evaluate instructional activities.

ECD 133 SCIENCE AND MATH 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of pre-number and science concepts developmentally appropriate for young children. Emphasis is on the planning, implementation and evaluation of developmentally appropriate activities utilizing a variety of methods and materials.

ECD 135 HEALTH, SAFETY AND NUTRITION 3.0 Credits
This course covers a review of health/safety practices recommended for child care and includes information on common diseases and health problems. Certification preparation is provided in pediatric safety, CPR and first aid. Guidelines and information on nutrition and developmentally appropriate activities are also studied in the course.

ECD 138 MOVEMENT AND MUSIC FOR CHILDREN 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of criteria for selecting and implementing appropriate experiences to support the physical and musical development of young children. Emphasis is on the selection of materials, equipment, and related design of indoor/outdoor environments.

ECD 200 CURRICULUM ISSUES IN INFANT/TODDLER DEVELOPMENT 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of infant and toddler care. Emphasis is on brain development and its implications for caring for infants and toddlers. Planning and teaching strategies as they relate to child development, curriculum and environment are included in the course.

ECD 201 PRINCIPLES OF ETHICS & LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of historical views on leadership and issues and challenges of leadership in early care and education. Emphasis is on current trends and issues. This course also reviews ethical principles as they relate to children, families, colleagues, and the community and society.

ECD 203 GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT II 3.0 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of preschool children growing and developing in today's world. Focus is on "total" development of the child with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, cognitive and nutritional areas of development. Developmental tasks and appropriate activities are explored in the course.

ECD 205 SOCIAL & GROUP CARE OF INFANTS & TODDLERS 3.0 Credits
This course is the study of the socialization and group care of infants and toddlers. Emphasis is on guidance and management, understanding behavior, temperament, the importance of routines, primary care and continuity of care, and examining the elements of quality environments.

ECD 207 INFANTS AND TODDLERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 3.0 Credits
This course provides an overview of the field of infants and toddlers with special needs. Emphasis will be placed on instructional strategies, adaptations, environment, inclusion, etiology, federal legislation, family partnership, multicultural considerations, and optimal development.

ECD 237 METHODS & MATERIALS 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of developmentally-appropriate methods and materials for planning, and evaluating environments. Emphasis is on integrating divergent activities in each curriculum area.

ECD 243 SUPERVISED FIELD EXPERIENCE I 3.0 Credits
This course includes emphasis on planning, implementing, and evaluating scheduled programs, age appropriate methods, materials, activities, and environments of early childhood principles and practices.

ECD 251 SUPERVISED FIELD EXPERIENCE IN INFANT/TODDLER ENVIROMENTS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of planning, implementing, and evaluating scheduled programs, age-appropriate methods, materials, activities and environments of infants and toddlers.

ECD 252 DIVERSITY ISSUES IN EARLY CARE & EDUCATION 3.0 Credits
This course meets the growing need for students in early care and education to learn how to interact with people who are different from them. It also allows students to examine and appreciate the differences that exist because of diversity from race, language, ethnicity, age and socio-economic levels.

ECD 270 FOUNDATIONS IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION 3.0 Credits
This course includes an overview of the history, theories, program models, and trends in Early Care and Education. Teaching as a profession will be explored with an emphasis on characteristics of the early childhood teacher.

ECE 101 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of entertainment, communication, and computer technology.

ECE 102 INSTRUMENT CONTROL 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of automated instrument control and data acquisition.

ECE 205 ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER LAB I 3.0 Credits
This course covers basic test and measurement instrumentation, basic electrical components and circuits, and technical writing using word processing.

ECE 211 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ENGINEERING I 3.0 Credits
This course covers digital systems and employs basic mathematical techniques used in the design of conventional and sequential systems.

ECE 212 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ENGINEERING II 3.0 Credits
This course applies the overall concepts of microprocessor orientation and architecture and fundamental concepts of assembly-level programming.

ECE 221 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING I 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the basic concepts of circuit analysis, applying fundamental laws and principles, resistor circuits, and first- and second-order linear circuits in the time domain using calculus-based solutions where applicable.

ECE 222 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING II 3.0 Credits
This course covers sinusoidal steady-state analysis of AC circuits, complex frequency analysis, Fourier series analysis and Laplace transforms.

ECE 240 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 3.0 Credits
This course covers fundamentals of software design and development, software implementation strategies, object-oriented design techniques, and ethics in software development.

ECE 245 OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of advanced object-oriented concepts and techniques, multiple inheritance, memory management, operator overloading, polymorphism, and performance issues.

ECO 201 ECONOMICS CONCEPTS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of micro- and macro-economic concepts and selected economic problems.

ECO 210 MACROECONOMICS 3.0 Credits
This course includes the study of fundamental principles and policies of a modern economy to include markets and prices, national income accounting, cycles, employment theory and fiscal policy, banking and monetary controls, and the government's role in economic decisions and growth.

ECO 211 MICROECONOMICS 3.0 Credits
This course includes the study of the behavior of households and firms, including supply and demand, elasticity, price/input in different market structures, pricing of resources, regulations, and comparative advantage and trade.

EDU 201 CLASSROOM INQUIRY WITH TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
This course explores teaching as a data driven, reflective practice. (Note: This course is designed for transfer from OCTC and MTC to USC-Columbia's College of Education - Department of Instruction and Teacher Education.)

EDU 241 LEARNERS AND DIVERSITY 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of lifespan development and learning with an emphasis on individual & group diversity. The students are required to participate in a field experience. (Note: This course is designed for transfer from OCTC and MTC to USC-Columbia's College of Education - Department of Instruction and Teacher Education.)

EEM 116 AC CIRCUITS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of the characteristics of alternating current and voltage in resistors, capacitors and inductors. Series, parallel and complex circuits are covered. Circuits are constructed and tested.

EEM 117 AC/DC CIRCUITS I 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of direct and alternating theory, Ohm's Law, and series, parallel and combination circuits. Circuits are constructed and tested.

EEM 118 AC/DC CIRCUITS II 4.0 Credits
This course is a continuation of the study of direct and alternating current theory to include circuit analysis using mathematics and verified with electrical measurements.

EEM 140 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the National Electrical Code and is based on the latest codes as published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

EEM 141 RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL CODES 3.0 Credits
This course covers National Electrical Code (NEC), including a study in and application of the NEC, and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to residential and commercial wiring.

EEM 142 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CODES 3.0 Credits
This course covers National Electrical Code (NEC), including a study in and application of the NEC, and city and county electrical ordinances as pertaining to commercial and industrial wiring.

EEM 151 MOTOR CONTROLS I 4.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to motor controls, including a study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes.

EEM 165 RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL WIRING 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of wiring methods and practices used in residential and commercial applications.

EEM 166 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WIRING 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of wiring methods and practices in commercial and industrial applications.

EEM 172 ELECTRICAL PRINT READING 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of electrical prints as they pertain to layout, planning and installation of wiring systems in residential, commercial and/or industrial complexes.

EEM 176 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SERVICING 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the fundamental operation and capabilities of peripheral devices. Topics such as input/output standards and interfacing to minicomputers are covered.

EEM 201 ELECTRONIC DEVICES I 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the fundamental principles of common electronic devices and circuits. Emphasis is placed on solid-state principles and applications.

EEM 243 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SERVICING 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the fundamental operation and capabilities of peripheral devices. Topics such as input/output standards and interfacing to minicomputers are covered.

EEM 244 COMPUTER SERVICE TROUBLESHOOTING 3.0 Credits
This course covers the process used to locate faulty components in a minicomputer system. Topics such as visual inspecting diagnostic testing are covered.

EEM 251 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to programmable control systems with emphasis on basic programming techniques. A variety of input/output devices and their applications are covered.

EET 101 BASIC ELECTRONICS 2.0 Credits
This course is a survey of electrical and electronic circuits and measurement methods for nonelectronics engineering technology students. Circuits are constructed and tested.

EET 103 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to simple linear circuits, voltage, current, resistance, ohm's law, power, AC versus DC, linear solutions to diode, transistor circuits, ideal operational amplifiers and essential terminology.

EET 113 ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS I 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of direct and alternating currents, covering resistance and impedance in series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits using Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, and basic circuit theorems. Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and verified using electrical instruments.

EET 114 ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS II 4.0 Credits
This course is a continuation of electrical circuits, including advanced network theorems. Circuits are analyzed using mathematics and verified using electrical instruments.

EET 116 POLYMER ELECTROLYTE MEMBRANE (PEM) FUEL CELL TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credits
Topics in this course include basic principles of PEM fuel cells, electrolysis, & hydrocarbon sources, pyrolysis, catalysts, porous electrodes, cooling problems, flow field patterns, emissions, bipolar plate structure, fuel cell efficiency, power calculations, topology, structure of PEM fuel cells.

EET 141 ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of electronic circuits using discrete and integrated devices, including analysis, construction, testing and troubleshooting.

EET 210 DIGITAL INTEGRATED CIRCUITS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of digital integrated circuits, including multiplexers, demultiplexers, buffers, decoders, encoders, converters, memory devices and programmable logic devices. Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.

EET 212 INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS 3.0 Credits
This course is the study of the systems design, modeling and simulation, signals and control systems, AI, sensor integration, vision systems, robot programming, and principles of mechatronics.

EET 218 ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of power generation, transmission, transformers, distribution, and motor controls.

EET 219 THREE-PHASE POWER SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course includes basic principles of sinusoid steady state, impedance concepts, instantaneous power, RMS, average power, power factor, maximum power transfer, transformers, balanced three-phase y and delta connections and power measurements.

EET 220 ANALOG INTEGRATED CIRCUITS 4.0 Credits
This course includes analysis, application and experiments involving such integrated circuits as op-amps, timers and IC regulators. Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.

EET 223 STATIONARY AND AUXILIARY POWER SOURCES 3.0 Credits
This course includes basic principles of hydrogen fuel cells, types of fuel cells, gas supplies and cooling, PEM systems, direct methanol fuel cells, fueling problems, electrolysis, hydrogen storage, loading, auxiliary power systems, and systems configuration.

EET 224 FUEL CELL SUBSYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course includes basic principles of hydrogen fuel cell systems, gas supplies and cooling, compressors, turbines, turbochargers, ejectors, fans and blowers, and membrane/diaphragm pumps and the integration into the system.

EET 227 ELECTRICAL MACHINERY 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of AC and DC electromechanical energy conversion devices, theory, applications and control. Devices are tested and verified using electrical instruments.

EET 231 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS 4.0 Credits
This course is a survey of topics related to industrial application of electronic devices and circuits. The course covers switches, DC and AC motor controls, sensors and transducers, open- and closed-loop control circuits, and voltage converting interfaces. Circuits are constructed and tested.

EET 234 PRINCIPLES OF MECHATRONICS 3 .0 Credits
This course is the study of the systems design process, information systems, modeling, automatic controls, block diagram analysis, mechanical systems, electronics, logic and systems interfacing.

EET 235 PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLLERS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of relay logic, ladder diagrams, theory of operation and applications. Loading ladder diagrams, debugging and trouble-shooting techniques are applied to programmable controllers.

EET 236 PLC SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING 3 .0 Credits
This course covers advanced topics in programmable logic controllers (PLC) systems and programming including timing, conversions, analog operations, PID control, auxiliary commands and functions, and PLC to PLC systems commmunications.

EET 241 ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of the theory of transmitters and receivers, with an emphasis on the receivers, mixers, IF amplifiers and detectors. Some basic FCC rules and regulations are also covered.

EET 243 DATA COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the techniques for sending and receiving information. Topics include media characteristics, modulation and demodulation, signal conversions, multiplexing and de-multiplexing, protocols, industrial standards, networks, and error detection and correction. Circuits are modeled, constructed and tested.

EET 251 MICROPROCESSOR FUNDAMENTALS 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of binary numbers, microprocessor operation, architecture, instruction sets and interfacing with operating systems, and applications in control, data acquisition, and data reduction and analysis. Programs are written and tested.

EET 255 ADVANCED MICROPROCESSORS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of advanced microprocessor, controllers, and hardware/software interfacing techniques for controlling external devices, hardware is designed and constructed, and control programs are written and tested.

EET 261 ELECTRONICS TROUBLESHOOTING 2.0 Credits
This course is a study of the systematic techniques for trouble-shooting electronic equipment. Logical processes are emphasized rather than specific circuits. Students are required to trouble-shoot and repair selected equipment.

EET 273 ELECTRONICS SENIOR PROJECT 1.0 Credit
This course includes the construction and testing of an instructor-approved project.

EET 274 SELECTED TOPICS IN EET 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of current topics related to electrical electronics engineering technology. Technical aspects of practical applications are discussed.

EGR 101 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY 1.0 Credit
This course is an introduction to computers and reporting formats.

EGR 104 ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS 3.0 Credits
This problem-based course introduces the student to fundamental concepts of electrical, mechanical, thermal, fluids, optical, and material systems related to engineering technology. Workplace readiness skills such as laboratory safety, communications, and teamwork are integrated into the course.

EGR 105 SAFETY IN WORKPLACE 1.0 Credit
This course is a survey of safety regulations and personal safety.

EGR 108 ENGINEERING ETHICS 3.0 Credit
Topics include the professional, ethical, and social responsibilities of the engineer and technologist, the impact of ethics and knowledge of contemporary professional, societal and global issues (including respect for diversity) in the field of engineering and engineering technology.

EGR 109 ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT 3.0 Credit
This course is the study of integrataed project management for the engineering technologist with emphasis on the methods and sofeware used by engineers including task lists, Gantt Charts, discussion of critical path, statistical resource management, scheduling, budgeting, and economic factors.

EGR 110 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ENVIRONMENT 3.0 Credits
This course provides an overview of computer hardware, available software, operating systems and applications. This course also includes fundamental techniques of programming in one or more languages used in engineering technology.

EGR 140 COLLABORATIVE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT 3.0 Credits
This course provides insight into nonlinear product design processes in which all the people necessary to produce a product work together as a team.

EGR 170 ENGINEERING MATERIALS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of the properties, material behaviors, and applications of materials used in engineering structures and products.

EGR 175 MANUFACTURING PROCESSES 3.0 Credits
This course includes the processes, alternatives and operations in the manufacturing environment.

EGR 176 MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES 3.0 Credits
This course introduces the concepts and principles of the manufacturing industries and technologies. Plant visits supplement study of industrial. Organizations, economics, management, production and products.

EGR 194 STATICS AND STRENGTH OF MATERIALS 4.0 Credits
This course covers external and internal forces in structures and/or machines, including conditions of equilibrium, systems of force, moments of inertia and friction. It also covers the stress/strain relationships in materials.

EGR 212 STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING 2.0 Credits
This course covers programming in a high-level language and includes assignment for values, flow charting, multiple-valued variables, modular program development and general design considerations.

EGR 227 TELECOMUNICATIONS MANUFACTURING PROCESS/QUALITY CONTROL 3.0 Credits
This course includes a survey of the principles of manufacturing processes as related to the telecommunications industry.

EGR 255 ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY SENIOR SYSTEM PROJECT 2.0 Credits
This course includes an instructor-approved project that will be designed, specified, constructed, and tested during the class.

EGR 260 ENGINEERING STATICS (TRANSFER COURSE) 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of engineering mechanics as applied to forces and force systems. The techniques of vector mathematics are employed. This course also includes a study of equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, distributed forces, centroids and centers of gravity, moments of inertia of areas, analysis of simple structures and machines, and a study of friction.

EGR 262 ENGINEERING DYNAMICS (TRANSFER COURSE) 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of engineering as applied to kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies. The techniques of vector mathematics are employed. This course also includes an emphasis on Newton's second law along with energy and momentum methods.

EGR 264 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING MECHANICS OF SOLIDS (TRANSFER COURSE) 3.0 Credits
This course covers the relationships between external loads on solid bodies or members and the resulting internal effects and dimensional changes. Included are concepts of stress and strain, stress analysis of basic structural members,combined stress including Mohr's circle, and introductory analysis of deflection and buckling of columns.

EGR 266 ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS FUNDAMENTALS (TRANSFER COURSE) 3.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to the first and second laws of thermodynamics as applied to engineering systems. Definitions, work, heat, energy and first law analyses of systems and control volumes are included.

EGR 270 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING (TRANSFER COURSE) 3.0 Credits
This course covers the applications of computers in engineering practices, including the use of an appropriate operating system, programming in a high-level language, spreadsheets and word processing applications.

EGR 274 ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS OF NUMERICAL METHODS 3.0 Credits
This course is a calculus-based study of the application of numerical methods to the solution of engineering problems. Techniques include iterative solution techniques, methods of solving systems of equations, numerical integration, differentiation and graphical analysis.

EGR 275 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic graphical concepts needed for engineering applications.

EGR 281 INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHMIC DESIGN I 4.0 Credits
This course integrates a presentation of concepts of object-oriented programming, including program structures, objects, code, and programming styles.

EGR 283 INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHMIC DESIGN II 4.0 Credits
This course is a study of rigorous development of algorithms and computer programs, including elementary data structures.

EGR 287 ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY SURVEYING 3.0 Credits
This course covers boundary surveying, written and unwritten conveyances, coordinate systems, subdivision of land, deeds and plats, and written descriptions. Also included is elementary hydrology.

EGT 106 PRINT READING AND SKETCHING 3.0 Credits
This course covers the interpretation of basic engineering drawings and sketching techniques for making multi-view pictorial representations. This course also includes an introduction to engineering technology, and an introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD).

EGT 152 FUNDAMENTALS OF CAD 3.0 Credits
This course includes a related series of problems and exercises utilizing the computer graphics station as a drafting tool.

EGT 251 PRINCIPLES OF CAD 3.0 Credits
This course includes the additional use of CAD software for production of technical drawings and related documentation.

EGT 256 MODELING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course includes 3D modeling of mechanical systems in residential structures using applicable software.

EGT 265 CAD/CAM APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course includes applications using CAD/CAM routines.

EGT 280 INTRODUCTION TO RAPID PROTOTYPING 1.0 Credits
This course provides an overview of rapid prototyping technologies and applications.

EGT 281 PROTOTYPE MODELING 3.0 Credits
This course provides hands-on model making using a variety of tools and materials.

EGT 282 RAPID PROTOTYPING I 4.0 Credits
This course includes a series of problems and exercises utilizing additive and subtractive prototyping technologies and 3-D modeling applications to produce working prototypes.

EGT 283 RAPID PROTOTYPING II 4.0 Credits
This course includes an advanced series of problems and exercises requiring the production of architectural models,, mechanical devices and structural applications.

EGT 285 INTEGRATED RAPID PROTOTYPING APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course includes generating a prototype for a real-world problem utilizing 3-D modeling and rapid prototyping technologies.

ELT 103 ACTIVE DEVICES 4.0 Credits
This course covers basic fundamental concepts of the operation of various solid-state devices, with a brief overview of tubes.

ELT 105 LOGIC AND DIGITAL CIRCUITS 4.0 Credits
This course includes an introduction to number systems, mathematics, gates, combinational logic and flip-flops.

ELT 111 DC/AC CIRCUITS 4.0 Credits
This course is an introduction to AC and DC circuits and the components and devices used therein.

ELT 120 COMPUTER PEM/APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course provides an introduction to operating system concepts, application software and high-level languages that pertain to electronic applications. This course also introduces students to DOS, Windows, Microsoft Office, Diagnostic Software and Electronic Workbench.

ELT 208 INTRODUCTION TO ROBOTICS 3.0 Credits
This is an introductory course covering the basic concepts and limitations of industrial robots. The course includes terminology, sensing devices, methods of controlling robots, and interfacing.

ELT 224 BASIC VIDEO CIRCUITS AND SYSTEMS 3.0 Credits
This course covers the use, operation and parameters of modern video techniques, circuits used, computer monitors and various other types of video displays.

ELT 229 MICROCOMPUTER REPAIR 3.0 Credits
This course includes servicing of popular microcomputers, disk drives, modems, and other peripheral devices.

ENG 010 DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH 1.0 Credits
Developmental English is intended for students who need assistance in basic writing. Based on assessment of student needs, instruction includes writing short compositions in which students demonstrate control of mechanics, word usage, and sentence structure. Emphasis is on writing in response to readings. A short grammar review is included.

ENG 012 DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH WORKSHOP 1.0 Credits
This course provides support for mastery of English 032 competencies (e.g., may include, but is not limited to, laboratory work, computerized instruction, and/or projects.)

ENG 032 DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH 3.0 Credits
Developmental English is an intensive review of grammar and usage; mechanics of punctuation, spelling, and capitalization; sentence structure; and the writing process. Evidence of planning, organizing, drafting, editing, and revising are emphasized in this course along with a study of different modes of writing for a variety of rhetorical situations.

ENG 035 DEVELOPMENTAL ENGLISH 3.0 Credits
Developmental English is intended for students who need assistance in basic writing. Instruction is based on assessments of student needs and includes the writing of short compositions in which students demonstrate control of mechanics, word usage and sentence structure. This course develops basic paragraph-writing skills and focuses on presenting clear, precise main ideas that are supported with details and examples.

ENG 100 INTRODUCTION TO COMPOSITION 3.0 Credits
This course is a study of basic writing and different modes of composition and may include a review of usage. English 100 will develop basic composition skills by requiring frequent writing of short (three- to five-paragraph) essays. Those grammar and usage errors that occur frequently and disrupt writing will also be stressed. This course does not meet the requirements for an associate degree, but may meet requirements for a diploma or certificate.

ENG 101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I 3.0 Credits
This college-transfer course emphasizes the study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing skills. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented.

ENG 102 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II 3.0 Credits
This is a college-transfer course in which the following topics are presented: development of writing skills through logical organization, effective style, literary analysis and research. An introduction to literary genre is also included.

ENG 105 EDITING ACADEMIC WRITING 1.0 Credits
This course provides students with instruction and practice in editing their own writing for academic purposes. The course focuses on errors that interfere with communication or that cause readers to question the writer's academic competence.

ENG 150 BASIC COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course develops practical oral and written communication skills. Students apply principles of concise, clear technical communication to realistic writing and speaking situations. This course does not meet requirements for an associate degree, but may meet the requirements for a diploma or certificate.

ENG 165 PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Credits
This course develops practical written and oral professional communication skills. The course is oriented to current needs in industry and business, and assignments are drawn from students' majors.

ENG 203 AMERICAN LITERATURE SURVEY 3.0 Credits
This course is a survey of American literature: major authors, genres and periods. The course emphasizes historical, descriptive and analytical modes of study.

ENG 205 ENGLISH LITERATURE I 3.0 Credits
This is a college-transfer course in which the following topics are presented: the study of English literature from the Old English period to the Romantic period with emphasis on major writers and periods.

ENG 206 ENGLISH LITERATURE II 3.0 Credits
This is a college-transfer course in which the following t