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2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Architecture
  

  • ARCH 1301 - Architectural History I +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0
    Part one of a survey of the history of world architecture from pre-history to the present. This course focuses on the period from pre-history up to at least the 14th Century. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.7 History and Global Culture


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  • ARCH 1303 - Architectural Design I +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    An introductory studio providing foundation in the conceptual, perceptual, and manual skills necessary for two-dimensional and three-dimensional design. Architectural drawing procedures and practices for residential and/or light frame construction. Construction practices and techniques with emphasis on residential construction methods. Office procedures for CAD drawings in the office. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills A.2 Design Thinking Skills A.4 Architectural Design Skills A.5 Ordering Systems
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1315  


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  • ARCH 1304 - Architectural Design II +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Creative problem solving and presentation of principles, concepts and ideas as applied to introductory architectural projects. Architectural drafting procedures, practices and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for commercial building, with emphasis on commercial construction methods. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills A.2 Design Thinking Skills A.4 Architectural Design Skills A.5 Ordering Systems
    Required Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1303  
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1315  


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  • ARCH 1307 - Architectural Graphics I +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Introduction to basic drawing methods and tools. Exploration of techniques available for the design process with emphasis on two-dimensional and three-dimensional composition. Presentation of advance architectural topics with application in computer-aided environment utilizing three dimensional objects or spaces. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1303  or ARCH 1304  


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  • ARCH 1308 - Architectural Graphics II +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Continuation of the study, methodology, and production of architectural drawings. Exploration of techniques available for the design process with emphasis on three-dimensional composition both analog and digital. Exploration of techniques available for the design process with emphasis on three-dimensional composition both analog and digital. These techniques will be implemented through the use and instruction of Building Information Management System software. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills A.5 Ordering Systems
    Required Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1307  


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  • ARCH 1311 - Introduction to Architecture +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0
    An introduction to architecture that explores the practices, principles, and wider context of architecture and design. Focuses on the role of architecture in society, culture, and the broader physical context of the built environment. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.8 Cultural Diversity and Social Equity D.1 Stakeholder Roles in Architecture


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  • ARCH 1315 - Architectural Computer Graphics +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Effective use of representational media, computer aided design, and digital media to engage formal, organizational, and environmental principles. Emphasis on the appropriate media to inform two-dimensional and three-dimensional design based upon the conventions of architectural graphic communication. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills A.4 Architecture Design Skills


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  • ARCH 2301 - Architectural Freehand Drawing I +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Development of freehand drawing skills in architecture. Methods and skills, including emphasis on principles of light, shade, scale, proportion, line, and tonal quality for exploring and developing conceptual ideas and for clear graphic presentations. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills A.4 Architectural Design Skills


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  • ARCH 2302 - Architectural Freehand Drawing II +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Advanced freehand drawing skills in architecture. Emphasis is on using freehand techniques in visual thinking and analysis. Development of conceptual ideas for clear graphic presentations. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills A.4 Architecture Design Skills
    Required Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2301  


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Architectural Design
  
  

Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
  
  

Art
  

  • ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0
    A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical contexts. General education course open to all; design principles from the layman’s point of view.


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  • ARTS 1316 - Drawing I +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline.


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  • ARTS 1317 - Drawing II +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline.


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  • ARTS 2356 - Photography I (Fine Arts Emphasis) +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Introduction to the basics of photography. Includes camera operation, techniques, knowledge of chemistry, and presentation skills. Emphasis on design, history, and contemporary trends as a means of developing an understanding of photographic aesthetics. Utilizes film and traditional darkroom laboratories.
    Required Prerequisite(s): Freshman studio core (prerequisite applies to art majors only).


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Automotive Body Repair
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • ABDR 2502 - Auto Body Mechanical and Electrical Service

    Semester Hours: 5 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 6
    A course in the repair, replacement, and/or service of collision damaged mechanical or electrical systems. Topics include drive train removal, reinstallation and service; cooling system service and repair; exhaust system service; and emission control systems. Additional topics include wire and connector repair, reading wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting.
    Required Prerequisite(s): ABDR 2537 


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Automotive Mechanic/Technician
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
  

Aviation Electronic Systems and Maintenance Technology/Technician
  
  
  

  • AVNC 1370 - Aircraft Communication Systems Line Maintenance

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3
    A course in the theory, operation, testing and troubleshooting of common aircraft communications systems to include aircraft audio distribution systems, VHF communication systems, UHF communication systems, satellite communication systems, telephone systems, public address systems, and intercom systems. The student will receive training on the setup and use of common and peculiar test equipment associated with the testing of aircraft communication systems. Furthermore, the student will receive training in aircraft communication systems troubleshooting and repair practices/procedures using the correct materials and processes.


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  • AVNC 1371 - Aircraft Navigation Systems Line Maintenance

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3
    A course (aircraft line maintenance) in the theory, operation, testing and troubleshooting of common aircraft navigation systems, to include VOR/LOC navigation systems, instrument landing systems, global positioning systems, Distance Measurement Equipment, and Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon Systems. The student will receive training on the setup and use of common and peculiar test equipment associated with the testing of aircraft navigation systems. Furthermore, the student will receive training in aircraft navigation systems troubleshooting and repair practices/procedures.


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Baking and Pastry Arts
  
  
  

  • PSTR 1305 - Breads and Rolls

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Concentration on fundamentals of chemically and yeast raised breads and rolls. Instruction on commercial preparation of a wide variety of products. Identify and explain baking terms, ingredients, equipment, and tools; scale and measure ingredients; convert and cost recipes; safely operate baking equipment and tools; and prepare yeast and quick breads and rolls to a commercially acceptable standard.
    Required Prerequisite(s): PSTR 1301  and CHEF 1305  with a “C” or better.


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  • PSTR 2331 - Advanced Pastry Shop

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 4
    A study of classical desserts, French and international pastries, hot and cold desserts, ice creams and ices, chocolate work, and decorations. Apply pastry shop techniques including recipe modifications; prepare laminated dough’s, choux, pastries, meringues, creams, custards, puddings, and related sauces; and prepare a variety of hot soufflés, fritters, crepes, cobblers, crisps and assorted inlays to include sugars and chocolates. Emphasis on advanced techniques. Licensing/Certification Agency: American Culinary Federation Educational Institute.
    Required Prerequisite(s): PSTR 1301  and CHEF 1305  with a “C” or better. 


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Biology
  

  • BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3
    Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included. Laboratory activities will reinforce the fundamental principles of living organisms, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Study and examination of the concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included.
    Required Prerequisite(s): TSI Met in Reading and Writing. MATH 0362  with a minimum grade of C or appropriate TSI Math placement score.
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  


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  • BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3
    Continuation of BIOL 1406 . The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals. Laboratory activities will reinforce study of the diversity and classification of life, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals.
    Required Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1406 . TSI Met in Reading and Writing. MATH-0362 with a minimum grade of C or appropriate TSI Math placement score.
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  

     


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  • BIOL 1408 - Biology for Non-Science Majors I (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2
    Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction. Laboratory activities will reinforce a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.


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  • BIOL 1409 - Biology for Non-Science Majors II (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2
    This course will provide a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity, and physiology. Laboratory activities will reinforce a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including evolution, ecology, plant and animal diversity, and physiology.


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  • BIOL 1411 - General Botany (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3
    Fundamental biological concepts relevant to plant physiology, life cycle, growth and development, structure and function, and cellular and molecular metabolism. The role of plants in the environment, evolution, and phylogeny of major plant groups, algae, and fungi. Laboratory activities will reinforce fundamental biological concepts relevant to plant physiology, life cycle, growth and development, structure and function, and cellular and molecular metabolism. The role of plants in the environment, evolution, and phylogeny of major plant groups, algae, and fungi (this course is intended for science majors).
    Required Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1407  and MATH 1314  (or concurrent enrollment in higher level mathematics)


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  • BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2
    Anatomy and Physiology I is the first part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including cells, tissues and organs of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous and special senses. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. Content may be either integrated or specialized. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses.
    Required Prerequisite(s): TSI Met in Reading and Writing. MATH 0362  with a minimum grade of C or MATH 0361  with minimum grade of C and MATH 1332  or MATH 1342  or appropriate TSI Math placement score.


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  • BIOL 2402 - Anatomy and Physiology II (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 2
    Anatomy and Physiology II is the second part of a two-course sequence. It is a study of the structure and function of the human body including the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, immune , lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics). Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and regulation of physiological functions involved in maintaining homeostasis. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience for exploration of human system components and basic physiology. Systems to be studied include endocrine, cardiovascular, immune, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive (including nutrition), urinary (including fluid and electrolyte balance), and reproductive (including human development and genetics).
    Required Prerequisite(s): TSI Met in Reading and Writing. MATH 0362  with a minimum grade of C or MATH 0361  with a minimum grade of C and MATH 1332  or MATH 1342  or
    appropriate TSI Math placement score and BIOL 2401 .


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  • BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 3
    Principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research. Laboratory activities will reinforce principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research.
    Required Prerequisite(s): TSI Met in Reading and Writing. MATH 0362  with a minimum grade of C or MATH 0361  with minimum grade of C and MATH 1332  or MATH 1342  or appropriate TSI Math placement score and BIOL 2401.
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314 


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  • BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 4
    This course covers basic microbiology and immunology, and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms and a cellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.
    Required Prerequisite(s): TSI Met in Reading and Writing. MATH 0362  with a minimum grade of C or MATH 0361  with minimum grade of C and MATH 1332  or MATH 1342  or appropriate TSI Math placement score.
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  


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  • BIOL 2421 - Microbiology for Science Majors (Lecture + Lab) +

    Semester Hours: 4 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 4
    Principles of microbiology, including metabolism, structure, function, genetics, and phylogeny of microbes. The course will also examine the interactions of microbes with each other, hosts, and the environment. Laboratory activities will reinforce principles of microbiology, including metabolism, structure, function, genetics, and phylogeny of microbes.
    Required Prerequisite(s): TSI complaint in all areas, BIOL 1406 , BIOL 1407  and CHEM 1411  


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Business
  

  • BUSI 1301 - Business Principles +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0
    This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life.


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  • BUSI 2301 - Business Law +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Laboratory Hours: 0
    The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution, and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law, the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution, state and federal legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context.
    Required Prerequisite(s): High school coursework in U.S. history and government, or equivalent.


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Business Administration and Management, General
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • BMGT 1382 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 20
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the College, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the College and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): Completion of 12 hours of college coursework and 3 hours of management coursework


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  • BMGT 2382 - Cooperative Education - Business Administration and Management, General

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 1 Laboratory Hours: 20
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the College, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the College and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.


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Business Computer Information Systems
  

  • BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications +

    Semester Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 2 Laboratory Hours: 3
    Students will study computer terminology, hardware, and software related to the business environment. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications and professional behavior in computing, including word processing (as needed), spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet.


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Business, General
  
  
 

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