Apr 19, 2024  
2017 - 2018 Catalog 
    
2017 - 2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED PUBLICATION]

Courses


 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 121 - Introductory Plant Biology Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    The use of microscopy systems to investigate the anatomy and physiology of plants, focusing on the identification and study of tissue and organ systems. Corequisite(s): BIOL 120.
  
  • BIOL 141 - General Biology I (Science Majors)

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 1033]
    Scientific method; general concepts and principles of biological molecules, cell structure and function; genetics.  Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 143 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 142 - General Biology II (Science Majors)

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 1043]
    General concepts and principles of ecology, evolution, and biological diversity. (For science majors. Second of two lecture courses covering the biological sciences.) Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 144 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 143 - General Biology I Lab (Science Majors)

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 1031]
    Laboratory designed to supplement General Biology I for science majors. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 141 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 144 - General Biology II Lab (Science Majors)

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 1041]
    Laboratory designed to supplement General Biology I for science majors. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 142 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 161 - Introductory Anatomy and Physiology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Overview of integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, respiratory, circulatory, urinary, digestive, and reproductive systems. Explores structure and function of organs and their relationship to each other and to the total human organism. Corequisite(s): BIOL 163.
  
  • BIOL 163 - Introductory Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    An anatomic survey of organs and structures covered in BIOL 161. Studies confined to the use of anatomically accurate models. Corequisite(s): BIOL 161.
  
  • BIOL 179 - Independent Studies in Biology

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Supervised independent laboratory class that provides students with an opportunity to team with faculty and explore biological concepts in greater depth.  Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL141 and BIOL 143 and departmental permission. 
  
  • BIOL 180-184 - Biological Issues


    Special topics course designed by individual faculty in order to allow interested students and faculty to explore areas of biology not covered by the usual offered courses. Students may receive up to 4 credit hours for each class. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143.
  
  • BIOL 201 - Botany I

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 2313]
    Classification, structure, and function of plants. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 142 and BIOL 144. Corequisite(s): BIOL 203.
  
  • BIOL 203 - Botany I Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 2311]
    Laboratory designed to supplement General Botany I. Corequisite(s): BIOL 201.
  
  • BIOL 204 - Plant Taxonomy

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introductory study of plant identification, naming, and classification. Covers history of plant systematics and the role of evolution in plant taxonomy. Proper preparation and cataloging of museum specimens is also covered. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143, or “C” or higher in BIOL 120 and BIOL 121, or “C” or higher in BIOL 209. Corequisite(s): BIOL 205.
  
  • BIOL 205 - Plant Taxonomy Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Basic techniques of plant collection and identification with emphasis on the local major plant families of vascular plants. Herbarium mounts will be prepared. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 or “C” or higher in BIOL 120 and BIOL 121. Corequisite(s): BIOL 204.
  
  • BIOL 207 - Comparative Anatomy

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 2233]
    Introduction to phylogeny of organ systems of vertebrates. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 144. Corequisite(s): BIOL 209.
  
  • BIOL 209 - Comparative Anatomy Lab

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 2231]
    Laboratory designed to supplement Comparative Anatomy. Corequisite(s): BIOL 207.
  
  • BIOL 210 - General Microbiology (Science Majors)

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 2123]
    General concepts of microbiology including microbe structure and function, genetics, metabolism and diversity, host-microbe interactions, pathogens and immunology.  No credit for both BIOL 210 and BIOL 211. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and 143 or equivalent; or a composite ACT score of 22 or higher and passed biology in high school with a grade of “B” or higher; or passing score on the Biology Placement Exam. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 212 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 211 - Microbiology of Human Pathogens

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Pathogenic bacteria, fungi, protozoans, viruses, and helminths are characterized and etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of related infectious diseases are described. (For general science and health science majors.) No credit for both BIOL 210 and  BIOL 211. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 120, 121, or “C” or better in BIOL 201, 203. “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 or equivalent; or “C” or higher in BIOL 161 and 163; or a composite ACT score of 22 or higher and passed biology in high school with a grade of “B” or higher; or passing score on the Biology Placement Exam.
  
  • BIOL 212 - General Microbiology Lab (Science Majors)

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 2121]
    Laboratory designed to supplement General Microbiology for science majors. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 or equivalent; or “C” or higher in BIOL 161 and BIOL 163; or a composite ACT score of 22 or higher and passed biology in high school with a grade of “B” or higher; or passing score on the Biology Placement Exam. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 210 or BIOL 211 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 231 - Introduction to Biological Evolution

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Concepts of evolutionary biology. Topics include development of the modern theory of evolution, heredity and genetics, natural selection, sexual selection, speciation, coevolution, extinction, life histories, population genetics, and human evolution. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143. Corequisite(s): BIOL 142 and BIOL 144 or permission of instructor and department chair.
  
  • BIOL 245 - Genetics

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: GBIO 2513]
    General principles of genetics; includes heredity and genetic analysis. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143.
  
  • BIOL 246 - Genetics Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Laboratory designed to accompany Genetics.  Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143. Corequisite(s): BIOL 245.
  
  • BIOL 251 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 2213]
    Cells, tissues, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 or equivalent; or a composite ACT score of 22 or higher and passed biology in high school with a grade of “B” or higher; or passing score on the Biology Placement Exam. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 253 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 252 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 cedit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 2223]
    Endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 251 and BIOL 253. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 254 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 253 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 2211]
    Laboratory designed to supplement Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Dissection required. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 or equivalent; or a composite ACT score of 22 or higher and passed biology in high school with a grade of “B” or better; or passing score on the Biology Placement Exam. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 251 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 254 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 2221]
    Laboratory designed to supplement Human Anatomy and Physiology II. Dissection required. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 251 and BIOL 253. Students are strongly encouraged to take BIOL 252 during the same semester.
  
  • BIOL 265 - Cell Biology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CBIO 2133]
    Structure and function of cells and molecules essential for cellular processes. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 and permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): BIOL 266
  
  • BIOL 266 - Cell Biology Lab

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    [LCCN: CBIO 2131]
    Laboratory designed to supplement Cell Biology. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143 and permission of instructor. Corequisite(s): BIOL 265.
  
  • BIOL 271 - Pathophysiology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Alteration in biologic processes affecting the body’s dynamic equilibrium or homeostasis. Integrates knowledge from the basic and clinical sciences. Covers all major organ systems with special attention to nervous and endocrine systems. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 252 and BIOL 254.
  
  • BIOL 272 - Natural History of the Vertebrates

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduction to the natural history of the vertebrates; their evolution, classification, anatomy, physiology, ecology, behavior, and the impact that man has had on vertebrates. The focus for this course is on the extant species. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 142 and BIOL 144. Corequisite(s): BIOL 273.
  
  • BIOL 273 - Natural History of the Vertebrates Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Survey of the general anatomy of representatives of the major vertebrate classes. Lab concentrates on vertebrate structure and identification of local fauna. Dissections, field trips, and handling of animal cadavers and museum preparations are required. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 142 and BIOL 144. Corequisite(s): BIOL 272.
  
  • BIOL 279 - Advanced Independent Studies in Biology

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Supervised independent laboratory class that provides students with an opportunity to team with faculty and to explore biological concepts in greater depth.  Prerequisite(s): Departmental permission, and “C” or higher in BIOL 143, and “C” or higher in one additional 200 level Biology laboratory or any Biotechnology laboratory, Chemical Technology laboratory, Medical Laboratory Technology laboratory, or Veterinary Technology laboratory. 
  
  • BIOL 281 - Introduction to Ecology

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Concepts of ecology, climatic adaptations, social relations among animals, population genetics, population dynamics, life histories, competition, predation, community ecology, and ecosystem function. Emphasis on keystone species and local examples of mesohabitats and microhabitats. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143. Corequisite(s): BIOL 283, BIOL 142, BIOL 144 or permission of instructor and department chair.
  
  • BIOL 283 - Introduction to Ecology Laboratory

    No lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Field research in ecology. Emphasis on practical experiences in a field setting looking at organismal interactions at the local mesohabitats and microhabitats. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143. Corequisite(s): BIOL 281, BIOL 142, BIOL 144 and permission of instructor and department chair.
  
  • BIOL 296-299 - Biological Internship

    No lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 1 credit hour
    Internship service class involving handling, care and presentation of domestic and exotic animals at the various Audubon facilities. Class will present information covering basic animal biology, safe handling procedures and the natural history of specific species kept by the Audubon education department. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143, departmental permission, and Audubon staff approval.

Biotechnology

  
  • BTEC 130 - Introduction to Biotechnology

    2 lecture hours, no lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Introduction to the field of biotechnology.  Topics include recombinant DNA, production of biological molecules, plant and animal technology, and current events. Students will also review employment and careers in the biotechnology industries. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143.
  
  • BTEC 132 - Biotechnology Laboratory Techniques

    No lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Background principles for the experimental concepts and fundamental laboratory skills associated with research, development, and production. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BIOL 141 and BIOL 143.
  
  • BTEC 274 - Introduction to Nucleic Acids

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) extraction, DNA purification, Polymerase Chain Reactions, Gel Electrophoresis, DNA quantitation, plasmid construction and topics involving DNA use in modern research settings.  Intended for students who are enrolled Biotechnology concentration of the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BTEC 132 and admission to the Science Labortory Technology degree program.
  
  • BTEC 275 - Introduction to Protein Expression and Analysis

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduction to common techniques used for studying the expression and analysis of proteins and builds on the basic techniques for quantitation of protein concentration in solution.  Studies include quantitation of single proteins, Electrophoretic techniques for estimating protein molecular weight and estimation of protein activity using basic Michaelis-Menten enzyme kinetics.  Intended for students admitted to the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BTEC 274 and admission to the Science Labortory Technology degree program or permission of instructor.
     
  
  • BTEC 280 - Microscopy Techniques

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Laboratory course covering the various microscopy techniques used in the biotechnology fields.  Material preparation, instrument specific techniques and general presentation of the component function of the various types of microscopes.  Intended for students in the Biotechnology concentration of the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BTEC 132 and permission of instructor OR “C” or higher in BTEC 274.
  
  • BTEC 282 - Introduction to Molecular and Genetic Biology

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Intermediate level laboratory study of basic molecular processes and genetic phenomena in eukaryotes and prokaryotes.  Genomics-centered approach and covers many of the latest methodologies used in genomics analysis. Topics to be covered include molecular aspects of structure and function, replication, transcription and translation, as well as synthesis and repair of nucleic acids; protein synthesis.  Intended for students in the Biotechnology concentration of the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BTEC 132 and permission of instructor or “C” or higher in BTEC 274 .
  
  • BTEC 283 - Techniques in Biofuel Synthesis

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Application of knowledge of laboratory techniques to study synthetic biology and biofuel production.  The course curriculum is centered on the use of modular biological parts to design regulated metabolic pathways.  Engineered cells will then be analyzed for expression of target genes and related physiological activity.  Regarding biological fuel production, the focus will be on the deconstruction of cellulose, and biofuel/biofuel additive synthesis, with feedstock design and protein identification being included to a lesser extent.  Intended for students admitted to the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. 
  
  • BTEC 284 - Biomolecules

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduces common techniques used for studying, isolating, and identifying biomolecules and biologically active compounds.  Focuses on multiple sample destructive and sample non-destructive techniques for the quantitation of various biomolecules and biologically active compounds and purification of biomolecules and biologically active compounds.  Intended for students in the Biotechnology concentration of the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): “C” or higher in BTEC 132 and permission of instructor or “C” or higher in BTEC 274.
  
  • BTEC 285 - Bioinformatics and Bioethics

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Two distinct disciplines of Bioinformatics and Bioethics.  Introduction to the high powered statistical field of bioinformatics occurs in the first half of the semester, while the second half consists of a survey of some of the ethical issues facing scientists today.  This class is intended for students in the Biotechnology concentration of the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Science Laboratory Technology program, or “C” or higher in BTEC 274 and BTEC 275, or permission of instructor.
     
  
  • BTEC 286 - Cell Culture Techniques Laboratory

    1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Advanced course in a cell culture.  Introduces techniques such stem cell culturing, transfection, cellular cloning, and biomarker identification.  Students expand upon techniques mastered in BIOL 266.  This class is intended for students in the Biotechnology concentration of the Science Laboratory Technology degree program. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Science Laboratory Technology program; BTEC 132 and permission of instructor or BTEC 274. 

Business Law

  
  • BUSL 202 - Introduction to the Legal Profession

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Overview of the American legal systems and legal professions. Topics include: civil law, criminal law, torts, family law, Constitutional law, business law, and the basics of legal research. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Developmental Reading requirements. 
  
  • BUSL 210 - Cyberlaw

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Legal topics related to the Internet including, e-commerce regulation, piracy, intellectual property, cyber torts, copyrights and taxation. Also relevant social topics such as free speech and privacy concerns will be explored. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENGL 101.
  
  • BUSL 221 - Environmental Law and Policy

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduction to environmental law with emphasis placed on the interrelationships between federal, state and local environmental regulations and requirements. Topics covered include: hazardous waste regulations, solid waste management programs, the Clean Air Act, OSHA regulations, the Clean Water Act, environmental audits, and issues relating to the impact of environmental laws on society.
  
  • BUSL 235 - Employment Law

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Overview of the most important employment-related laws. Topics include: sources and development of employment law; employee hiring and management; fair employment practices; wage and hour laws; occupational safety and health laws; employee benefits laws; collective bargaining laws; and employment termination Prerequisite(s): MANG 131.
  
  • BUSL 244 - Introduction to International Business Law

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Structures and processes of international legal community. Prerequisite(s): BUSG 200.
  
  • BUSL 250 - Legal Environment of Business

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours. 3 credit hours
    Overview of the nature and function of law and legal institutions in society, with emphasis on those areas of law most relevant to business operations. Topics include: the court systems, torts, administrative agencies, business organizations, contracts, labor law, bankruptcy, and environmental law. Prerequisite(s): BUSG 115 OR BUSG 129.

Business Studies - General

  
  • BUSG 100 - Fundamentals of Business/Personal Finance

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Basic college and curriculum/degree requirements and degree completion planning. Orientation and survey of basic business concepts and personal finance.
  
  • BUSG 101 - Orientation to General Business

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    General view of the American Business System. Market economy is explored and aspects of business management are also discussed.
  
  • BUSG 102 - Customer Service

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Systematic process for building service skills that all business people need. Students will learn how to interact with customers (communicating in person), resolve conflicts, maintain records, understand the importance of customer satisfaction/retention, actively participate as members of a team, and develop time management skills.
  
  • BUSG 115 - Starting a New Business

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Business opportunities, skills needed by an entrepreneur, resource requirements for the new venture, appropriate sources of finance, and risk associated with business ventures. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Developmental Reading requirements.  Eligibility for ENGL 101.
  
  • BUSG 121 - Business Mathematics

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Basic arithmetic principles applied to common business problems. Prerequisite(s): MATH 091 or higher.
  
  • BUSG 125 - Personal Finance

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Personal and family finances and money management: budgets, savings, borrowing, insurance, taxes, investments, and estate planning. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for MATH 095 and completion of Developmental Reading requirements.
  
  • BUSG 128 - Electronic Commerce

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduction to electronic commerce. Examines the Internet; the Web; software; security issues; payment systems; marketing sales; promotion; purchasing; support activities; existing forms of electronic commerce; and international, legal, ethical, and tax issues related to electronic commerce. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Developmental Reading requirements.
  
  • BUSG 129 - Introduction to Business

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    General review of the American Business System explored in depth. Comparisons are made of the capitalist, communist, and socialist economic systems. Corporate social responsibility, government’s relationship with business, and types of business ownership are also discussed. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Developmental Reading requirements.
  
  • BUSG 151 - Personal Investments

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Introduces the student to the basics of investing. Addresses basic issues as risk, return, liquidity, marketability, and diversification. Discusses market operations for both listed and unlisted stocks, how to evaluate potential stock investments using fundamental analysis, the mechanics of margin buying, and the pros and cons of international diversification. Bonds, common stock, and preferred stock are explored. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for MATH 095 and completion of developmental Reading requirements.
     
  
  • BUSG 200 - International Business

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Environmental and strategic complexities of international business. Includes language of international business, balance of payments and international monetary problems. Prerequisite(s): BUSG 129 or permission of instructor and completion of Developmental Reading requirements.
  
  • BUSG 210 - Business Ethics

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Explores the ethical issues that corporate decision makers face in developing policies about employees, customers, and the general public. Topics include discrimination, privacy, employment rights and duties, affirmative action, industrial hazards, and advertising. Prerequisite(s): Completion of Developmental Reading requirements. Eligibility for ENGL 101.
     
  
  • BUSG 224 - Business Computer Applications

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Course focuses on the business applications most commonly used by today’s business professionals for data-driven decision making. Extensive coverage of spreadsheets and databases and how they are used in business decisions. Students will also create simple presentations and web pages. Includes Visual BASIC for Applications and macros. Course assumes students have a working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, and the World Wide Web.
  
  • BUSG 240 - Business Communications

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Advanced techniques of written and oral communication, word usage, organization, and style. Includes business letters and reports. Emphasizes development of effective voice qualities and presentation of oral reports and speeches. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101.
  
  • BUSG 252 - Entrepreneurial Finance

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Provides an overview of the finance-related issues associated with an entrepreneurial or small-company setting. The goal of the course is to educate future entrepreneurs and small business owners in the tools and skills required to successfully manage the financial challenges of a small company or startup. Prerequisite(s): BUSG 115;  ACCT 111 or ACCT 201; CMIN 201 or BUSG 224. 
  
  • BUSG 275 - Internship

    No lecture hours, 10 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Capstone course where students apply and further develop skills and knowledge learned on the job. In addition to completing readings and assignments, student must be employed a total of 120 hours in an approved job setting related to their major/concentration. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department/division.

Care and Development of Young Children

  
  • CDYC 105 - Introduction to Care and Development of Young Children

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Overview of early childhood education, birth to age eight. Explores philosophies, methods, materials and activities appropriate to the development of the child in child care centers and nursery schools.
  
  • CDYC 106 - Child Development Associate (CDA) Prep I

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Orientation to 13 required CDA Competency Standards, including safety, health, learning environment, physical, cognitive, communication, creative, self, social, guidance, family, program management, and professionalism. Prerequisite(s): Student must be employed as paid or unpaid worker in child care setting.
  
  • CDYC 107 - Child Development Associate (CDA) Prep II

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Continuation of CDA Assessment preparation with emphasis on administration of 13 required CDA Competency Standards, including safety, health, learning environment, physical, cognitive, communication, creative, self, social, guidance, family, program management and professionalism. Prerequisite(s): CDYC 106.
  
  • CDYC 108 - CDA Renewal

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Offers course work and support required for preparation of application for CDA renewal and for those who are working on original CDA after completing CDYC 106 and CDYC 107. Emphasis on the application of the 13 CDA Competency Standards and creation of an updated community resource file. Prerequisite(s): Need to be working with children and have a CDA in need of renewal.
  
  • CDYC 111 - Observation and Assessment

    2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Laboratory experiences for systematic, objective observation and assessment of children’s development, typical and atypical, while they play and go about their daily routines in a school or child care setting. Planning appropriate learning activities in each area of development for individual children based on observation and assessment of individual strengths, needs, and interests.
  
  • CDYC 112 - Health, Safety and Nutrition

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Study of main issues of health, safety and nutrition facing children age 0-8 in a preschool or day care setting. Focuses on practical information and techniques. Review of current day care licensing and school health and safety standards. Includes certification in child and infant CPR, emergency procedures, infectious disease control and specific interventions for special health needs.
  
  • CDYC 115 - Guidance and Classroom Management

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Identifying typical age-related behavior patterns and reasons for misbehavior. Includes child guidance practices and their consequences, practicing positive techniques and strategies for successful behavior intervention and classroom management of children age 0-8, including children with special needs.
  
  • CDYC 125 - Music and Movement

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Planning and organizing creative music and movement activities for young children. Terms related to the fundamentals of music theory and techniques needed in introducing singing, listening, playing, creating, and moving for care and development of young children programs are discussed.
  
  • CDYC 130 - Introduction to Special Education for CDYC

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credt hours
    Examines the exceptional child: the intellectually gifted; the mentally retarded; the learning disabled; those with behavioral, neurological, hearing, visual, and other disorders.
  
  • CDYC 141 - Art with Young Children

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Materials and techniques that enhance artistic expression in children.
  
  • CDYC 179 - Math and Science for Young Children

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children math and science concepts through discovery and play. Prerequisite(s): CDYC 105 or permission of the Department.
  
  • CDYC 209 - Infant Development

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Physiological, emotional, cognitive, and social development of the infant.
  
  • CDYC 211 - Comparison of Child Care Programs

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Observation and discussion of facilities, staff, and program content of day care, Head Start, Home Start, parent cooperatives, and parent-child centers. Prerequisite(s): CDYC 105 or CDYC 106.
  
  • CDYC 213 - Infant and Toddler Curriculum

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Planning a developmentally appropriate environment, activities, materials, and interactions for infants and toddlers.
  
  • CDYC 221 - Introduction to Multiculturalism

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Survey and evaluation of traditional and modern educational thoughts and practices.
  
  • CDYC 261 - Families in the Educational Process

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    How to involve families in child’s learning process, including families with children with special needs. Methods of group and individual family/ teacher communication and school/family partnerships. Researches community referral and resources. Case study and field experiences.
  
  • CDYC 262 - Legal Issues in Education

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Legal issues and policies that directly affect the educational process.
  
  • CDYC 265 - Working with Children with Special Needs

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Overview of disabilities and exceptionalities. Laws, resources, adaptive equipment and interventions for young children with disabilities. Study of atypical development versus typical during the early childhood period (0-8). Observations, interviews and field experiences.
  
  • CDYC 273 - Curriculum and Teaching Materials

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Designed to help students synthesize knowledge of how young children learn, grow, and develop into age-appropriate curriculum covering all areas of development. Course includes the creation of teacher-made materials and units for children’s hands-on learning. Prerequisite(s): CDYC 105 or CDYC 106.
  
  • CDYC 277 - Inclusion: Methods and Materials

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Issues, trends, and best practices as outlined in NAEYC and DEC in the education of young children with disabilities. Adapting developmentally appropriate teaching activities, materials, strategies and environment to accommodate exceptionalities consistent with natural environment as the point of service delivery. Prerequisite(s): CDYC 265 or CDYC 130.
  
  • CDYC 280 - Administration of Child Care Programs

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Development of a developmentally appropriate child care program including all administrative and curricular policies. Examines professionalism, budget, personnel decisions, philosophy and curriculum decisions, state and local regulations, national guidelines, family involvement, evaluation tools, development of staff and family handbooks. Students observe, practice, and intern under experienced Child Care administrators. Prerequisite(s): CDYC 105 or CDYC 106.
  
  • CDYC 281 - Children’s Literature

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Children’s literature and creative methods of storytelling for pre-schools.
  
  • CDYC 298 - Practicum

    3 lecture hours, 18 lab hours, 6 credit hours
    Supervised work experience in an approved child care setting. Prerequisite(s): Permission needed from department.

Carpentry

  
  • CRPT 120 - Building Materials and Estimating

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Common wood and metal materials used in residential construction and an introduction to residential material estimating. Corequisite(s): TECH 101.
  
  • CRPT 122 - Carpentry Calculations

    1 lecture hour, 2 credit hours, 2 credit hours
    Introduction to basic calculation and interpretation and applications to the carpentry field.
  
  • CRPT 124 - Design, Blueprint Reading, and Codes

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Principles of design, symbols, specifications, measurements, and residential building codes.
  
  • CRPT 211 - Site Layout

    1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Concepts and practices of basic site layout, footings, and foundation construction.
  
  • CRPT 212 - Foundations and Floor Framing

    2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Materials and methods used to construct concrete forms and foundations including various reinforcement methods. Prerequisite(s): TECH 101 and CRPT 120,  CRPT 122, CRPT 124, and CRPT 211.
  
  • CRPT 213 - Wall and Ceiling Framing

    2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Framing walls and ceilings according to federal, state, and local requirements. Prerequisite(s): TECH 101 and CRPT 120, CRPT 122, CRPT 124, and CRPT 211.
  
  • CRPT 215 - Roofing Construction

    2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Layout, framing, and installation skills used in basic roof design and construction. Prerequisite(s): TECH 101 and CRPT 120,  CRPT 122, CRPT 124, and CRPT 211.
  
  • CRPT 223 - Exterior Finishes

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Exterior finish and procedures to include window and door units. Prerequisite(s): TECH 101 and CRPT 120, CRPT 122, CRPT 124, and CRPT 211.
  
  • CRPT 231 - Interior Finishes

    2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Types of interior systems, materials, and hardware commonly used in residential construction. Prerequisite(s): TECH 101 and CRPT 120, CRPT 122,  CRPT 124, and CRPT 211.
  
  • CRPT 238 - Project Management

    1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours, 2 credit hours
    Construction scheduling and residential material estimating. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor/program director.

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 100 - Chemistry in Society

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    Survey of major chemical principles and concepts as applied to global, societal, and technological issues. Intended for non-science majors. Prerequisite(s): MATH 093 or higher and eligibility for ENGL 101.
  
  • CHEM 101 - Chemistry I (non-science majors)

    3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
    [LCCN: CCEM 1103]
    Introduction to nomenclature; atomic structure; chemical equations and stoichiometry; gas laws; bonding. Quantitative problem solving. Energy relationships and solutions. Students without high school chemistry may use this course to prepare for more rigorous CHEM 141. Prerequisite(s): MATH 098 or higher and eligibility for ENGL 101.
 

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