May 17, 2024  
2010 - 2011 Catalog 
    
2010 - 2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED PUBLICATION]

Courses


 

Medical Laboratory Technician

City Park Campus:
Ms. Hickman, Professor and Program Director
Ms. Skena, Instructor

  
  • MLTS 280 - Practicum III

    0-6-1
    Clinical experience in the hospital laboratory setting, including urinalysis. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 245.
  
  • MLTS 282 - Practicum IV

    0-36-6
    Clinical experience in chemistry, microbiology and immunohemotalogy in hospital laboratory setting. Prerequisite(s): MLTS 240, 242, 260, 262, and 270.
  
  • MLTS 290 - Seminar in Medical Technology

    3-0-3
    Application of the principles of medical technology to develop competency as entry level medical laboratory technician.

Military Science – Army ROTC

  
  • MILS 100/203 - Leadership Laboratory

    No credit
    An extension of classroom work; affords the student the opportunity to apply military skills learned in the classroom in an outdoor environment. Prerequisite(s): permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 101 - Dynamics of Leadership

    2-1-2
    Introduction to history and organization of Army ROTC and leadership traits, principles, and characteristics. The student is introduced to the customs and courtesies of the military service, the present pay system, service benefits, the national defense structure, and the basic organization and functions of a military squad and platoon. Includes periodic field trips. Prerequisite(s): permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 102 - Dynamics of Leadership II

    2-1-2
    Continuation of leadership training and theory to include weapons training (assembly and disassembly procedures for the M-16 rifle and M-60 machine gun), communications (radiotelephone procedures, use of a CE0I), first-aid (bleeding, shock, burns, fractures, CPR), and training in NBC (nuclear, biological, chemical) topics. Includes periodic field trips. Prerequisite(s): MILS 101 and permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 201 - Applied Leadership

    2-1-2
    Discussion of leadership principles and application of leadership techniques through role playing and group dynamics. Includes organization communications, human relations, organizational structures, power and influence, and management. Uses the military organization as a model. Course includes training in physical conditioning and periodic field trips. Prerequisite(s): MILS 102 and permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 202 - Management Techniques

    2-1-2
    Introduction to management principles and techniques. Includes a discussion of leadership principles and application of leadership techniques as well as an introduction to military correspondence, discussion of customs and traditions, and Ranger Challenge skills such as knot tying and rope bridge. Course includes training in physical conditioning and periodic field trips. Prerequisite(s): MILS 201 and permission of Scholarship Enrollment Officer.
  
  • MILS 203 - Leadership Laboratory

    No credit
    An extension of classroom work; affords the student the opportunity to apply military skills learned in the classroom in an outdoor environment. Prerequisite(s): permission of the Scholarship Enrollment Officer.

Motor Vehicle Technology

City Park Campus:
Mr. Cruthirds, Professor
Mr. Babcock, Associate Professor
Mr. Toujas, Assistant Professor
Mr. Traylor, Assistant Professor
Mr. Davenport, Instructor
Mr. Gipson, Instructor
Mr. Mata, Instructor
Mr. Torlage, Instructor

  
  • MOVH 103 - Tools and Equipment

    2-0-2
    Tools, measuring instruments, and fastening devices. Includes proper and safe use of hand tools of all types.
  
  • MOVH 105 - Basic Engines

    2-0-2
    Internal combustion engine, including classification by cycle, cooling, number and arrangement of cylinders, valve arrangement, and fuel. Covers basic chemical and physical principles of internal combustion engine, including combustion expansion of liquids and gases, change of state, work, energy, power, inertia, torque, and friction.
  
  • MOVH 106 - Basic Diesel Engines

    3-0-3
    Principles, construction, and maintenance of diesel engines, including a comparison of twoand four-cycle engines. Emphasizes different types of fuel injection systems, including a comparison of various types of diesel fuels.
  
  • MOVH 107 - Automotive Quick Service

    0-6-2
    Basic general automotive service inspection and maintenance on automobiles.
  
  • MOVH 109 - Automotive Gas Metal Arc Welding

    3-3-4
    Fundamentals of Gas Metal Arc Welding (G.M.A.W.) process, plasma arc and oxyacetylene cutting. The use of various machines, cutting techniques, shop safety, and running weld beads in all positions on various thicknesses of steel plate.
  
  • MOVH 130 - Fundamentals of Electricity

    3-0-3
    Alternating and direct current, series and parallel circuits, magnets and electromagnets, and dynamic electrical energy sources. Same course as ELCT 100.
  
  • MOVH 153 - Automotive Machine Shop

    1-0-1
    Theory and principles of automotive machining operations. Emphasizes crankshaft grinding, cylinder boring and honing, valve grinding and lapping, valve guide reaming and knurling, cylinder head grinding, and other precision operations. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 155.
  
  • MOVH 154 - Auto Brakes

    3-0-3
    Hydraulic and pneumatic systems and principles of modern automotive applications. Emphasizes late model drum and disc brake systems, vacuum assist power brake boosters, antiskid (ABS) systems, and power steering pumps and gear box units. Corequisite(s): MOVH 156.
  
  • MOVH 155 - Automotive Machine Shop Lab

    0-3-1
    Practical application of principles and theory of MOVH 153. “Live jobs” used for laboratory demonstrations and student projects. Corequisite(s): MOVH 153.
  
  • MOVH 156 - Auto Brakes Lab

    0-3-1
    Practical application of principles and theory of MOVH 154. “Live jobs” used for laboratory demonstration and student projects. Corequisite(s): MOVH 154.
  
  • MOVH 160 - Automotive Service Business

    3-0-3
    Automotive businesses and job opportunities, including automotive parts businesses, new car dealerships, service stations, independent garages, specialty shops doing transmission or body work, fleets and others. Included are how to operate and manage a service business, how to hire and train help, how to meet and greet customers, how to eliminate service jobs, tools, and equipment, and how to open a business.
  
  • MOVH 175 - Auto Painting Techniques

    1-6-3
    Automotive painting, including spray equipment, spray techniques, preparation of paint surface, masking, color matching, color shading, and advanced spray techniques.
  
  • MOVH 176 - Automotive Painting II

    1-6-3
    Advanced automotive painting, including high volume, pressure spray systems. Base coat, clear coat painting; tri-coat systems and spot repairs. Advance color matching and buffing techniques. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 175.
  
  • MOVH 206 - Fuel Systems

    3-0-3
    Theory and principles of motor vehicle fuel system. Discusses single, two-barrel, and fourbarrel carburetors, fuel injection systems, emission control systems, and other components of fuel system. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103, 105, 130 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 208.
  
  • MOVH 208 - Fuel Systems Lab

    0-3-1
    Practical application of principles and theory of MOVH 206. Emphasis on using test equipment to troubleshoot fuel problems. Fuel pumps and carburetors are disassembled and rebuilt. Corequisite(s): MOVH 206.
  
  • MOVH 211 - Engine Reconditioning

    3-0-3
    Principles, practices, and theory of automotive engine rebuilding. Covers proper testing and diagnostic procedures to determine engine condition before engine is disassembled. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103, MOVH 105 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 213.
  
  • MOVH 213 - Engine Reconditioning Lab

    0-3-1
    Practical application of principles and theory of MOVH 211. Engines are tested to determine condition before disassembly. Engine is disassembled; all parts are inspected, replaced, and brought back to manufacturer’s specification. Engine is reassembled, adjusted, and replaced in vehicle. Corequisite(s): MOVH 211.
  
  • MOVH 217 - Auto Chassis

    3-0-3
    Theory, principles and practices of servicing the motor vehicle suspension. Emphasis is on front suspensions, wheel alignment, wheel balancing and manual steering gear assemblies. Corequisite(s): MOVH 219.
  
  • MOVH 219 - Auto Chassis Lab

    0-3-1
    Practical application of principles and theory of MOVH 217. Suspensions inspected for wear and steering problems. Covers replacement of necessary parts and proper adjustment to bring vehicle to safe operating condition. Corequisite(s): MOVH 217.
  
  • MOVH 224 - Collision Repair I

    1-6-3
    Basic hand tools and special design tools for body and fender repair. Includes correct use of acetylene welding equipment and basic welding techniques for body and fender repair. Job estimating and basic repair procedures.
  
  • MOVH 226 - Collision Repair II

    1-6-3
    Advanced metal working and welding techniques, including shrinking techniques, leadfilling procedures, and metal strengthening. Covers procedures for installing and replacing body panels and for aligning doors, hoods, and panels according to manufacturers’ specifications. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 224.
  
  • MOVH 228 - Collision Repair III

    1-6-3
    Advanced metal working and welding techniques. Covers procedures for repair and replacement of structural body panels. Measuring and pulling procedures for unibody, space-frame, and body-over frame vehicles will be demonstrated.
  
  • MOVH 231 - Motor Vehicle Electrical Systems

    3-0-3
    Principles of the storage battery, alternator, cranking motor, instruments, lighting circuits, solid state electronics, and computers. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103,105, and 130 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 233.
  
  • MOVH 232 - Ignition and Test Equipment

    3-0-3
    Battery and transistorized and high energy ignition systems. Emphasizes operation, diagnosis, and repair. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103, 105, and 130 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 234.
  
  • MOVH 233 - Motor Vehicle Electrical Systems Lab

    0-3-1
    Application of principles and theory of MOVH 231. Vehicle electrical problems are diagnosed and necessary repairs are made. Corequisite(s): MOVH 231.
  
  • MOVH 234 - Ignition and Test Equipment Lab

    0-3-1
    Application and use of the engine analyzer (Oscilloscope) and other diagnostic equipment. Corequisite(s): MOVH 232.
  
  • MOVH 240 - Standard Transmissions

    3-0-3
    Operating theory of standard three-, four-, and five-speed transmissions, clutches, overdrives, transaxles, differentials and front-wheel drive lines. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103, 105 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 242.
  
  • MOVH 242 - Standard Transmissions Lab

    0-3-1
    Application of principles and theory of MOVH 240. Emphasizes diagnosis of problems, rebuilding, and proper adjustments. Corequisite(s): MOVH 240.
  
  • MOVH 244 - Automatic Transmissions

    3-0-3
    Operating principles and theory of two- and three-speed automatic transmissions and transaxles. Each model is explained and demonstrated. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103, 105 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 246.
  
  • MOVH 246 - Automatic Transmissions Lab

    0-3-1
    Application of principles and theory of MOVH 244. Each model is disassembled, inspected, reassembled, and adjusted. Corequisite(s): MOVH 244.
  
  • MOVH 260 - Auto Air Conditioning

    3-0-3
    Theory and operation of factory and add-on units. Major areas covered are compressors, evaporators, and condensers, controls, automatic temperature controls, and drives. Prerequisite(s): MOVH 103, 130 or permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): MOVH 262.
  
  • MOVH 262 - Auto Air Conditioning Lab

    0-3-1
    Application of MOVH 260. Includes diagnosis of problems and repairs of a unit. Corequisite(s): MOVH 260.

Music Business

City Park Campus:
Dr. Cho, Professor
Mr. George, Instructor

  
  • MUSB 101 - Introduction to Music Business

    3-0-3
    Systematic look at career options in the music industry. Topics discussed include: songwriting, music publishing, national and international copyright laws, music licensing, artist management, music products, and concert promotion.
  
  • MUSB 102 - Music Publishing and Copyright

    3-0-3
    Systematic look at legal issues surrounding music copyright. Explores the special character of arts-related contractual applications: misappropriations, fair use, works for hire, etc. Provides an understanding of copyright terminology, as well as explores which authors and composers are protected under copyright statute.
  
  • MUSB 103 - Music Marketing and Promotion

    3-0-3
    In-depth study of principles and application of marketing, promotion, and distribution of products and services within the music industry. Includes case studies of various music products and companies.
  
  • MUSB 105 - Seminar in Recording Techniques I

    2-1-3
    Introduction to basic analog and digital recording techniques and equipment. Includes projects utilizing audio and visual tapes, cassette decks, headphones, mixing boards, consoles, and computers. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSB 200 - Live Audio Engineering

    3-0-3
    Overview of career options in audio engineering. Topics discussed include: front of house engineering, monitor engineering, microphone techniques, speaker suspension (flying), electrical principles, production management, live remote recording, audio for TV production, stage technician, and road tour management.
  
  • MUSB 204 - Basic Audio Troubleshooting

    3-0-3
    Systematic look at basic problems and solutions to signal processing and problems inherent to electronic circuits. Explores methods of troubleshooting and simple repair of electronic gear.
  
  • MUSB 205 - Seminar in Recording Techniques II

    2-2-3
    Continuation of MUSB 105. Emphasizes use of computers in modern recording industry. Prerequisite(s): MUSB 105 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSB 206 - Music Entrepreneurship

    3-0-3
    Thorough study of how to start a business within the music industry. Includes case studies of successful entrepreneurs and their companies, as well as development of written business plan.

Music

City Park Campus:
Dr. Cho, Professor
Mr. Edwards, Professor
Mr. George, Instructor

  
  • MUSC 101 - Recital Hour I

    1-0-1
    Performances and lecture-demonstrations.
  
  • MUSC 102 - Recital Hour II

    1-0-1
    Performances and lecture-demonstrations.
  
  • MUSC 103 - Fundamentals of Music Theory I

    3-0-3
    Elements of musical notation, rhythm and meter, intervals and scales. Drill in simple intervals and elementary rhythmic patterns. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 104 - Fundamentals of Music Theory II

    3-0-3
    Review of rhythm and meter, intervals and scales, triads and seventh chords, and chord symbols. Includes drill in intervals, chords, melody and rhythm. Open to all students. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 103 or equivalent.
  
  • MUSC 105 - Music Appreciation

    3-0-3
    Introduction to the art of music, with emphasis on listening. Basic elements and instruments are included, as are selected forms of folk, popular, and art music. Course designed for non-music majors.
  
  • MUSC 106 - Jazz Improvisation I

    1-11
    Introduction to jazz improvisation. Includes chord theory, chord-scale relationships, basic chord progressions, and an understanding of the 12-bar blues form. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 107 - Jazz Improvisation II

    1-11
    A continuation of Jazz Improvisation I. Techniques learned in Improvisation I applied. New skills learned by exploring specific songs and song forms. Musical transcriptions will be introduced in developing a musical vocabulary. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 106
  
  • MUSC 109 - Harmony I

    3-0-3
    Review of music fundamentals, including major and minor scales, key signatures, intervals, and triadic harmony. Introduces partwriting procedures and analysis of simple forms. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 104 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 110 - Harmony II

    3-0-3
    Melodic, rhythmic and harmonic principles of Western music in the Common Practice period. Emphasizes part-writing procedures and harmonic analysis. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 109 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 111 - Musicianship I

    0-2-1
    Sight-singing using basic scale and triad patterns combined in simple tonal melodies. Drills in rhythmic patterns with simple time signatures, ear training and dictation using computer program drills. Application at piano. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 104 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 112 - Musicianship II

    0-2-1
    Sight-singing melodies using chromatic tonal alterations. Drills with rhythms in compound meters, ear training, and melodic and harmonic dictation through computer programs. Application at piano.
  
  • MUSC 113 - Beginning Piano I

    2-0-2
    Beginning instruction in piano. Includes tone production, articulation, and phrasing.
  
  • MUSC 114 - Beginning Piano II

    2-0-2
    Beginning instruction in piano. Includes tone production, articulation, and phrasing.
  
  • MUSC 115 - Beginning Voice I

    2-0-2
    Beginning instruction in voice. Includes tone production, breathing, articulation, and phrasing. Corequisite(s): Appropriate theory courses and ensemble.
  
  • MUSC 117 - Beginning Guitar I

    2-0-2
    Beginning instruction in guitar. Includes tone production, articulation, and phrasing. Corequisite(s): Appropriate theory courses and ensemble.
  
  • MUSC 141 - Chorus I

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard popular and classical repertoire of choral music of the past and present. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 142 - Chorus II

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard popular and classical repertoire of choral music of the past and present. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 143 - Concert Band I

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of symphonic and popular works of the past and present for concert band. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 144 - Concert Band II

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of symphonic and popular works of the past and present for concert band. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 145 - Jazz Ensemble I

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard and experimental works in the jazz idiom. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 146 - Jazz Ensemble II

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard and experimental works in the jazz idiom. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 149 - Gospel Choir I

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of gospel and spiritual music.
  
  • MUSC 150 - Gospel Choir II

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of gospel and spiritual music.
  
  • MUSC 151 - Chamber Choir I

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of specialized works from choral literature. Open by audition to all students.
  
  • MUSC 152 - Chamber Choir II

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of specialized works from choral literature. Open by audition to all students.
  
  • MUSC 153 - Wind Ensemble I

    0-3-1
    Players of woodwind and brass instruments rehearse and perform chamber music, generally for two to five players, one to each part. Prerequisite(s): Performance in high school or college band or orchestra, or equivalent.
  
  • MUSC 154 - Wind Ensemble II

    0-3-1
    Players of woodwind and brass instruments rehearse and perform chamber music, generally for two to five players, one to each part. Prerequisite(s): Performance in high school or college band or orchestra, or equivalent.
  
  • MUSC 200 - Introduction to Jazz Literature

    3-0-3
    Introduction to the history of jazz. Includes the main eras of jazz, as well as several of the major musicians and bands that influenced the musical development of jazz. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 203 - Jazz Harmony and Theory I

    2-0-2
    Introduces basic concepts of chords and chord progressions. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 110, 114, or 161, or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 204 - Jazz Harmony and Theory II

    2-0-2
    More advanced chord voicings and progressions. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 203 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 205 - Jazz Combo

    1-1-1
    Introduces skills necessary to handle small group jazz engagements.
  
  • MUSC 206 - Jazz Improvisation III

    0-2-1
    Continuation of Jazz Improvisation II. Practices techniques and explores song forms. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 107 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 207 - Jazz Improvisation IV

    0-2-1
    Continuation of Jazz Improvisation III. Practices techniques and explores song forms. Prerequisite(s): MUSC 206 or permission of instructor.
  
  • MUSC 213 - Introduction to Music Literature I

    2-0-2
    Western music from the advent of Christianity to the present. Includes major musical forms and their historical and cultural context. Important composers and works from each period studied.
  
  • MUSC 214 - Introduction to Music Literature II

    2-0-2
    Western music from the advent of Christianity to the present. Includes major musical forms and their historical and cultural context. Important composers and works from each period studied.
  
  • MUSC 241 - Chorus III

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard popular and classical repertoire of choral music of the past and present. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 242 - Chorus IV

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard popular and classical repertoire of choral music of the past and present. Open to all students.
  
  • MUSC 243 - Concert Band III

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of symphonic and popular works of the past and present for concert band. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 244 - Concert Band IV

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of symphonic and popular works of the past and present for concert band. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 245 - Jazz Ensemble III

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard and experimental works in the jazz idiom. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 246 - Jazz Ensemble IV

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of standard and experimental works in the jazz idiom. Open to all qualified students.
  
  • MUSC 249 - Gospel Choir III

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of gospel and spiritual music.
  
  • MUSC 250 - Gospel Choir IV

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of gospel and spiritual music.
  
  • MUSC 251 - Chamber Choir III

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of specialized works from choral literature. Open by audition to all students.
  
  • MUSC 252 - Chamber Choir IV

    0-3-1
    Preparation and performance of specialized works from choral literature. Open by audition to all students.
  
  • MUSC 253 - Wind Ensemble III

    0-3-1
    Players of woodwind and brass instruments rehearse and perform chamber music, generally for two to five players, one to each part. Prerequisite(s): Performance in high school or college band or orchestra, or equivalent.
  
  • MUSC 254 - Wind Ensemble IV

    0-3-1
    Players of woodwind and brass instruments rehearse and perform chamber music, generally for two to five players, one to each part. Prerequisite(s): Performance in high school or college band or orchestra, or equivalent.

Applied Music IV

MAJOR INSTRUMENT COURSES FOR MUSIC MAJORS

Concentrated individual study in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, brass, strings or percussion as a primary instrument. Courses may be taken in any sequence. Music Majors only.

  
  • MUSC 181 - Major Instrument I: Piano

    2-3-3
    Concentrated individual study in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, brass, strings or percussion as a primary instrument. Courses may be taken in any sequence. Music Majors only.
  
  • MUSC 182 - Major Instrument II: Piano

    2-3-3
    Concentrated individual study in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, brass, strings or percussion as a primary instrument. Courses may be taken in any sequence. Music Majors only.
  
  • MUSC 183 - Major Instrument I: Voice

    2-3-3
    Concentrated individual study in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, brass, strings or percussion as a primary instrument. Courses may be taken in any sequence. Music Majors only.
  
  • MUSC 184 - Major Instrument II: Voice

    2-3-3
    Concentrated individual study in piano, voice, guitar, woodwinds, brass, strings or percussion as a primary instrument. Courses may be taken in any sequence. Music Majors only.
 

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