Provides students an opportunity to identify create and implement multimedia in an e-learning course. Covers an introduction to multimedia the ASSURE model of instructional design various media formats screen design and user friendliness storyboards and storyboard development multimedia development assessment creation and incorporating multimedia into Blackboard/Canvas.
Prerequisites: MODEL enrollees must have successfully completed EDU 287 - Instructional Design for Online Learning (IDOL), possess basic computer skills, be familiar with how to navigate the World Wide Web, and have used Blackboard/Canvas for a minimum of one semester. Blackboard/Canvas utilized as a supplement to a face-to-face class will fulfill this requirement.
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ENGINEERING(EGR) [back to top]
EGR 110 -
Engineering Graphics 3 cr.
Presents theories and principles of orthographic projection. Studies multiview pictorial drawings and sketches geometric construction sectioning lettering tolerancing dimensioning and auxiliary projections. Studies the analysis and graphic presentation of space relationships of fundamental geometric elements; points lines planes and solids. Includes instruction in Computer Aided Drafting.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 110] EGR 121 -
Foundations of Engineering 2 cr.
Introduces the engineering profession and its impact on society and the environment including engineering problem solving the engineering design process and professional practices. Covers fundamental engineering calculations descriptive statistics basic spreadsheet and mathematical scripting language applications professional ethics teamwork and communication.
Prerequisite: ENG 111 eligible; MTH 162 or MTH 167, or equivalent; or departmental approval.
Lecture 2 hours per week. 2 credits.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 121] EGR 122 -
Engineering Design 3 cr.
Applies engineering methods to a semester-long team design project with an emphasis on engineering software involving 2D and 3D computer aided design; data modeling and analysis; and iterative programming solutions. Covers design drawings and dimensioning; spreadsheet software usage; mathematical scripting language; and professional practices. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 122] EGR 124 -
Introduction to Engineering and Engineering Methods 3 cr.
Introduces the engineering profession professionalism and ethics. Covers problem presentation engineering calculations digital computer applications word processing worksheets programming and elementary numerical methods. Design project also includes using presentation software database searching and prototyping.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MTH 263.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 124] EGR 125 -
Introduction to Computer Programming for Engineers 4 cr.
Introduces problem solving and implementation of computer software solutions using a high-level programming language in a structured environment. Includes concepts and practice of algorithm design language syntax control structures arrays and introduction to object-oriented programming. Covers engineering applications such as mathematical modeling file input and output and basic numerical methods. The assignments in this course require mathematical problem-solving skills algebraic modeling and functions and use of variables.
Prerequisites: MTH 162 or MTH 167 or equivalent. Corequisites: EGR 121.
Total 4 hours per week. 4 credits
[view & print course content summary for EGR 125] EGR 140 -
Engineering Mechanics - Statics 3 cr.
Introduces mechanics of vector forces and space scalar mass and time including SI and US customary units. Teaches equilibrium free-body diagrams moments couples distributed forces centroids moments of inertia analysis of two-force and multi-force members and friction and internal forces.
Prerequisite: MTH 263.
Lecture 3 hours,
Total 3 hours.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 140] EGR 206 -
Engineering Economy 3 cr.
Presents economic analysis of engineering alternatives. Studies economic and cost concepts calculation of economic equivalence comparison of alternatives replacement economy economic optimization in design and operation depreciation and after-tax analysis.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENG 111.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 206] EGR 245 -
Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics 3 cr.
Presents approach to kinematics of particles in linear and curvilinear motion. Includes kinematics of rigid bodies in plane motion. Teaches Newtonaapos;s second law work-energy and power impulse and momentum and problem-solving using computers.
Prerequisite: EGR 140.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 245] EGR 246 -
Mechanics of Materials 3 cr.
Teaches concepts of stress strain deformation internal equilibrium and basic properties of engineering materials. Analyzes axial loads torsion bending shear and combined loading. Studies stress transformation and principle stresses column analysis and energy principles.
Prerequisite: EGR 140.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 246] EGR 248 -
Thermodynamics for Engineering 3 cr.
Studies formulation of the first and second law of thermodynamics. Presents energy conversion concepts of energy temperature entropy enthalpy and equations of state of fluids. Covers reversibility and irreversibility in processes closed and open systems cyclical processes and problem-solving using computers.
Prerequisite: MTH 263.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 248] EGR 251 -
Basic Electric Circuits I 3 cr.
Teaches fundamentals of electric circuits. Includes circuit quantities of charge current potential power and energy. Teaches resistive circuit analysis; Ohmaapos;s and Kirchhoffaapos;s laws; nodal and mesh analysis; network theorems; RC RL and RLC circuit transient response with constant forcing functions. Teaches AC steady-state analysis power and three-phase circuits. Presents frequency domain analysis resonance Fourier series inductively coupled circuits Laplace transform applications and circuit transfer functions. Introduces problem-solving using computers. Part I of II.
Prerequisites: MTH 264 and PHY 241 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 251] EGR 255 -
Electric Circuits Laboratory 1 cr.
Teaches principles and operation of laboratory instruments such as VOM electronic voltmeters digital multimeters oscilloscopes counters wave generators and power supplies. Presents application to circuit measurements including transient and steady-state response of simple networks with laboratory applications of laws and theories of circuits plus measurement of AC quantities.
Co-requisite: EGR 251.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EGR 255] EGR 270 -
Fundamentals of Computer Engineering 4 cr.
Covers digital system analysis design and implementation. Includes digital logic Boolean algebra combinational and sequential circuits hierarchical design and introduction to computer organization and assembly language. Features in laboratory work the use of discrete logic programmable logic devices and hardware description language to design simulate implement validate and document digital circuits.
Lecture 3 hours,
Laboratory 3 hours,
Total 6 hours per week. 4 credits
[view & print course content summary for EGR 270] EGR 271 -
Electric Circuits I 4 cr.
Covers fundamentals of electric circuits. Teaches resistive circuit analysis methods including network theorems. Features operational amplifiers capacitors inductors resistor-capacitor (RC) resistor-inductor (RL) and resistance-inductance-capacitance (RLC) circuit transient response. Introduces phasor representation of alternating current (AC) circuits. Utilizes circuit design processes technical writing and computer software for problem solving. Includes laboratory analysis to explore course concepts. Part I of II.
Prerequisites: MTH 264 and EGR 121.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week. 4 credits
[view & print course content summary for EGR 271] EGR 272 -
Electric Circuits II 4 cr.
Covers sinusoidal steady-state circuit response using phasors frequency analysis of linear circuits including frequency response Bode plots Fourier series analysis and design of basic filters. Examines Laplace circuit analysis and transfer functions AC power analysis nonlinear diode models and technical writing. Includes laboratory analysis and open-ended design project. Part II of II.
Prerequisites: MTH 267 and EGR 271.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week. 4 credits
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES(EMS) [back to top]
EMS 100 -
CPR for Healthcare Providers 1 cr.
Provides instruction in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation that meets current Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation education for Healthcare Providers. Specifically provides training in coordinated mouth-to-mouth/mask artificial ventilation and chest compression choking life-threatening emergencies sudden illness and AED skills for adults children and infants in keeping with current Emergency Cardiac Care Standards as established by the American Heart Association. Equivalent to HLT 105.
Co-requisite: EMS 112.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 100] EMS 111 -
Emergency Medical Technician 7 cr.
Prepares student for certification as a Virginia and National Registry EMT. Focuses on all aspects of pre-hospital basic life support as defined by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services curriculum for Emergency Medicine Technician.
Prerequisite: EMS 100 or equivalent CPR certification at the Health Care Provider level. An approved substitute is HLT 105.
Co-requisite: EMS 120.
Lecture 5 hours.
Laboratory 4 hours.
Total 9 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 111] EMS 120 -
Emergency Medical Technician Clinical 1 cr.
Provides supervised direct patient contact introducing the student to the assessment and emergency care of sick and injured patients. This course is a co-requisite for either EMS 111 or EMS 113 depending upon the program in which the student is participating.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 120] EMS 121 -
Preparatory Foundations 2 cr.
Introduces fundamental concepts established by the National Emergency Medical Service Education Standards (NEMSES) for Advanced EMT and Paramedic curricula. Includes EMS systems introduction to research workforce safety and wellness EMS system communications introduction to public health legal and
Prerequisite: BIO 145, Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 121] EMS 123 -
EMS Clinical Preparation 1 cr.
Introduces the student to local clinical agencies and prepares the student for clinical activities above the level of EMT. Includes prerequisites required by clinical affiliates therapeutic communication primary assessment history taking secondary assessment reassessment monitoring devices and documentation.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 123] EMS 125 -
Basic Pharmacology 1 cr.
Prepares students to demonstrate competency concerning basic principles of pharmacology drug dosage calculations and medication administration. Introduces medications listed in the Advanced EMT (AEMT) scope of practice.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Co-requisite: EMS 126.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 125] EMS 126 -
Basic Pharmacology Lab 1 cr.
Focuses on the safe administration of medications in the emergency setting. Includes drug dose calculation and covers multiple routes of administration including oral intramuscular subcutaneous intravenous and intraosseous and other methods within the scope of practice for the emergency care provider.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Co-requisite: EMS 125.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 126] EMS 127 -
Airway, Shock and Resuscitation 1 cr.
Introduces concepts associated with pre-hospital emergency care of the individual experiencing airway difficulty or in need of resuscitation or shock management.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Co-requisite: EMS 128.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 127] EMS 128 -
Airway, Shock and Resuscitation Lab 1 cr.
Focuses on specific skills related to airway resuscitation and shock management.
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Co-requisite: EMS 127.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 128] EMS 135 -
Emergency Medical Care 2 cr.
Prepares the student to assess and manage patients with common medical emergencies.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 136.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 135] EMS 136 -
Emergency Medical Care Lab 1 cr.
Focuses on specific skills related to the assessment and management of common medical emergencies.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 135.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 136] EMS 137 -
Trauma Care 1 cr.
Prepares the student to assess and manage injured patients developing his/her problem-solving ability in the treatment of trauma involving various body systems.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 138.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 137] EMS 138 -
Trauma Care Lab 1 cr.
Focuses on the skills required for the assessment and management of patients with traumatic injury.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 137.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 138] EMS 139 -
Special Populations 1 cr.
Focuses on the pre-hospital assessment and management of patients in a specific population including pediatrics geriatrics obstetrics/gynecology (OB/GYN) bariatric abuse sexual assault and special needs.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 140.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 139] EMS 140 -
Special Populations Lab 1 cr.
Develops skills related to the assessment and management of patients in a specific population including pediatrics geriatrics obstetrics/gynecology (OB/GYN) bariatric abuse sexual assault and special needs.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 139.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 140] EMS 141 -
Cardiovascular Care 2 cr.
Focuses on assessment and management of cardiac-related emergencies. Covers basic dysrhythmia recognition and relates it to overall cardiac patient care.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite: EMS 142.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 141] EMS 142 -
Cardiovascular Care Lab 1 cr.
Focuses on skills involved in the assessment and management of cardiac-related emergencies.
Prerequisites: EMS 121, EMS 123, EMS 125, EMS 126, EMS 127, EMS 128. Corequisite EMS 141.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 142] EMS 163 -
Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) 1 cr.
Prepares for certification as a Prehospital Trauma Life Support provider as defined by the American College of Surgeons.
Prerequisites: EMS 111 or equivalent.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 163] EMS 164 -
Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) 1 cr.
Covers current topics of care for adult patients suffering extensive medical conditions and emergencies and offers certification as an Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).
[view & print course content summary for EMS 164] EMS 165 -
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 1 cr.
Prepares for certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life provider. Follows course as defined by the American Heart Association. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) builds on the foundation of Basic Life Support (BLS) emphasizing the importance of continuous high-quality CPR. The hands-on instruction and simulated cases in this advanced course are designed to help enhance skills in the recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest immediate post-cardiac arrest acute arrhythmia stroke and acute coronary syndromes.
Prerequisites: EMS 100.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 165] EMS 167 -
Emergency Pediatrics Course (EPC) 1 cr.
Provides a unique approach to pediatric medical care offering assessment techniques that can help EMS practitioners rapidly and accurately assess pediatric patients to determine which situations may be life threatening and require immediate intervention. Offers certification as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 167] EMS 170 -
ASL Internship 1 cr.
Provides a unique approach to pediatric medical care offering assessment techniques that can help EMS practitioners rapidly and accurately assess pediatric patients to determine which situations may be life threatening and require immediate intervention. Offers certification as defined by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).
Prerequisite: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 170] EMS 175 -
Paramedic Clinical Experience I 1 cr.
Introduces students to live patient assessment and management in the clinical setting. Begins a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level.
Prerequisites: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 175] EMS 202 -
Paramedic Pharmacology 2 cr.
Focuses on advanced pharmacological interventions medications and their effects.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 202] EMS 203 -
Advanced Patient Care 2 cr.
Focuses on the comprehensive assessment and management of patients in out-of-hospital and inter-facility scenarios. Content is centered on problem-solving through integration of didactic psychomotor and affective curricula.
Prerequisites: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Co-requisite: EMS 204.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 203] EMS 204 -
Advanced Patient Care Lab 2 cr.
Focuses on the comprehensive assessment and management of out-of-hospital and inter-facility patients using scenario-based learning.
Co-requisite: EMS 203.
Laboratory 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 204] EMS 206 -
Pathophysiology for the Health Professions 3 cr.
Focuses on the pathological processes of disease with emphasis on the anatomical and physiological alterations of the human body systems. Includes diagnosis and management appropriate to the advanced health care provider in and out of the hospital environment.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 206] EMS 210 -
EMS Operations 1 cr.
Focuses on matters related to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) operations incident and scene safety and awareness triage multiple and mass casualty incident operations and medical incident management (command and control of EMS incidents).
Prerequisites: Current Virginia EMT and CPR certification as approved by the Virginia Office of EMS.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 210] EMS 212 -
Leadership and Professional Development 1 cr.
Focuses on the development of leadership within the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) topics include civic engagement personal wellness resource management ethical considerations in leadership and research.
Lecture 1 hour.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 212] EMS 216 -
Paramedic Review 1 cr.
Provides the student with intensive review for the practical and written portions of the National Registry Paramedic exam. May be repeated once for credit.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 216] EMS 247 -
Paramedic Clinical Experience II 1 cr.
Continues the student experience with live patient assessment and management in the clinical setting. It is the second step in a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level.
Laboratory 3 hours.
[view & print course content summary for EMS 247] EMS 248 -
Paramedic Comprehensive Field Experience 2 cr.
Expands the student experience with live patient assessment and management into the field setting. It is the third step in a continuum of learning involving live patients that leads to entry-level competence at the paramedic level.
Laboratory 6 hours
[view & print course content summary for EMS 248] EMS 249 -
Paramedic Capstone Internship 2 cr.
Provides summative evaluation of the Paramedic student in the cognitive psychomotor and affective domains.
Laboratory 6 hours.
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ENGLISH(ENG) [back to top]
ENG 111 -
College Composition I 3 cr.
Introduces and prepares students to the critical processes and fundamentals of writing in academic and professional contexts. Teaches the use of print and digital technologies to promote inquiry. Requires the production of a variety of academic texts totaling at least 4500 words (15 pages typed) of polished writing. This course requires proficiency in using word processing and learning management software. Placement recommendation for ENG 111 or placement recommendation for co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 111] ENG 112 -
English Composition II 3 cr.
Further develops students� ability to write for academic and professional contexts with increased emphasis on argumentation and research. Requires students to evaluate integrate and document print and digital sources to produce a range of academic and multimodal texts culminating in a fully documented research paper. This course requires proficiency in using word processing and learning management software. Successful completion of ENG 111 or its equivalent and the ability to use word processing software; a grade of C or better in ENG 111 is recommended.
Total 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 112] ENG 137 -
Communication Processes I 3 cr.
Covers content form and procedures for research writings which may include reports articles summaries essays and correspondence. Stresses editing proofreading skills sentence structure and paragraph development. Offers instruction and practice in oral communication skills. May use reading selections for discussions and writing assignments.
Prerequisite: Departmental placement recommendation.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 137] ENG 210 -
Advanced Composition 3 cr.
Helps students refine skills in writing non-fiction prose. Guides development of individual voice and style. Introduces procedures for publication. ENG 210 has been designated as a aquot;writing intensiveaquot; course according to standards developed by the English department.
Prerequisite: ENG 112 with a grade of "C" or better or approval by the English department head.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 210] ENG 215 -
Creative Writing - Fiction I 3 cr.
Introduces in a workshop setting the fundamentals and techniques of writing short and long fiction. ENG 215 has been designated as a aquot;writing intensiveaquot; course according to standards developed by the English department.
Prerequisite: ENG 111 or approval by the English department program head.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 215] ENG 217 -
Creative Writing - Poetry I 3 cr.
Introduces in a workshop setting the fundamentals and techniques of writing poetry. ENG 217 has been designated as a aquot;writing intensiveaquot; course according to standards developed by the English department.
Prerequisite: ENG 111 or approval by the English program head.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 217] ENG 225 -
Reading Literature: Culture and Ideas 3 cr.
Examines a set of literary texts linked by a particular theme with inquiry into the historical cultural and/or social contexts of the texts and the theme. Emphasizes interpretive and critical analysis skills developed through close reading and intertextual study as well as highlights an exploration of cultural ideas. Engages works of diverse genres authors and time periods. Specific themes will vary by section.
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or departmental approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 225] ENG 245 -
British Literature 3 cr.
Examines British literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods genres and authors. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading discussion and analysis of literary texts in their historical cultural social and/or literary contexts.
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or departmental approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 245] ENG 246 -
American Literature 3 cr.
Examines American literary traditions and texts from diverse time periods genres and authors. Analyzes literary works within their historical cultural social and/or literary contexts. Emphasizes skills of close reading.� Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through discussion interpretation and analysis of these texts. ENG 112 or ENG 113 or departmental approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 246] ENG 250 -
Children's Literature 3 cr.
Examines the history and development of childrenaapos;s literature of diverse genres time periods and authors. Focuses on analysis of texts for literary qualities and audience. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading discussion and analysis of literary texts.
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or department approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 250] ENG 255 -
World Literature 3 cr.
Examines literary texts across a variety of cultures genres and time periods. Develops critical thinking and interpretive skills through close reading discussion and analysis of literary texts from around the world in their historical cultural social and/or literary contexts.
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or departmental approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 255] ENG 258 -
African American Literature 3 cr.
Explores the stories African American authors tell about themselves their communities and the world. Examines common and diverging themes within African American literary traditions through the study of diverse authors genres and literary movements from a variety of time periods. Emphasizes interpretive and critical analysis skills developed through close reading and consideration of historical and cultural contexts.
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or departmental approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 258] ENG 275 -
Women's Literature 3 cr.
Examines literary texts by women writers from diverse time periods genres and authors. Develops skills of close reading and literary analysis through analysis of texts within their historical cultural social and/or literary contexts. Explores how womenaapos;s experiences have shaped their literary contributions the cultural forces affecting their lives and how they have used writing to shape their cultures.
Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or departmental approval.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for ENG 275] ENG 295 -
Topics in English: The American Romantics in Italy 3 cr.
Focuses on the writers of American Romanticism and the diaries novels journals poetry letters and dispatches that grew from their engagement with Italy. Provides students with an understanding of American Romanticism through its encounter with Italy and students will engage these elements themselves in Venice Padua Florence Rome Naples Pompeii and Sorrento. This course will be inter-disciplinary exploring Italian art architecture history music language and culture.
Prerequisite: ENG 112 or the equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE(ENV) [back to top]
ENV 40 - Basic Wastewater Licensure Review
4 cr.
Introduces chemical principles and applies them to environmental issues. Covers the fundamental principles concepts and language of general organic inorganic and biochemistry. Addresses topics associated with matter/energy nuclear chemistry air and water quality and wastes. Laboratories will include sampling analysis and generation of statistically-valid data while preparing students to think like environmental scientists. Environmental Sustainability Designation: Course content related to the study of sustainable development.
Prerequisite: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENV 40] ENV 47 -
Basic Water Licensure Review 4 cr.
Introduces chemical principles and applies them to environmental issues. Covers the fundamental principles concepts and language of general organic inorganic and biochemistry. Addresses topics associated with matter/energy nuclear chemistry air and water quality and wastes. Laboratories will include sampling analysis and generation of statistically-valid data while preparing students to think like environmental scientists. Environmental Sustainability Designation: Course content related to the study of sustainable development.
Prerequisite: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ENV 47] ENV 195 -
Topics in Environmental Science: The Environment and Its Chemistry 4 cr.
Introduces chemical principles and applies them to environmental issues. Covers the fundamental principles concepts and language of general organic inorganic and biochemistry. Addresses topics associated with matter/energy nuclear chemistry air and water quality and wastes. Laboratories will include sampling analysis and generation of statistically-valid data while preparing students to think like environmental scientists. Environmental Sustainability Designation: Course content related to the study of sustainable development.
Prerequisite: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE(ESL) [back to top]
ESL 20 -
English as a Second Language II 9 cr.
Provides intensive instruction and practice at the low intermediate level. Provides an introduction to the sound system stress and intonational and rhythmic patterns of English through listening and speaking exercises. Includes individualized instruction to improve basic reading comprehension. Requires practice in writing with emphasis on building basic sentence structures grammar and sentence-level writing. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Lecture 9 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 20.] ESL 31 -
Composition I 6 cr.
Provides instruction and practice in the writing process emphasizing development of fluency in writing and competence in structural and grammatical patterns of written English.
Prerequisite: Requires ability to express ideas clearly in writing without a consistent pattern of grammatical errors as indicated by a placement exam or teacher recommendation from a previous level. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Lecture 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 31.] ESL 32 -
Reading I 6 cr.
Helps students improve their reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Improves studentsaapos; reading proficiency to a level which would allow the students to function adequately in ESL 42 and other college classes. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisites: Requires competency in reading as indicated by the placement test or by teacher recommendation from a previous level. Recommendation of department following satisfactory completion of ESL 20 or appropriate placement test.
Lecture 6 hours per week
[view & print course content summary for ESL 32.] ESL 33 -
Oral Communications I 3 cr.
Helps students practice and improve listening and speaking skills as needed for functioning successfully in academic professional and personal settings. Assesses studentsaapos; oral skills and includes as needed practice with pronunciation rhythm stress and intonation. Provides exercises practices small and large group activities and oral presentations to help students overcome problems in oral communication. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Requires competency in the English language as indicated by a placement test score or teacher recommendation from a previous level or from other college classes. Recommendation of department following satisfactory completion of ESL 20. Completion of or co-enrollment in ESL 31 and ESL 32 is recommended.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 33_] ESL 41 -
Composition II 6 cr.
Provides further instruction and practice in the writing process and introduces advanced language patterns. Includes practice in developing and improving writing strategies. Requires a sense of paragraph structure and development appropriate use of verb forms and command of basic sentence structures with some coordination and subordination as indicated by a placement test and writing sample or teacher recommendation from a previous level. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Recommendation of department following satisfactory completion of intermediate ESL 31 or appropriate placement test.
Lecture 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 41.] ESL 42 -
Reading II 6 cr.
Improves studentsaapos; reading proficiency to a level which would allow students to function adequately in the ESL 52 reading class and other college courses. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Requires competency in reading as indicated by the placement test or by teacher recommendation from a previous level. Helps students improve their reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Recommendation of department following satisfactory completion of ESL 32 or appropriate placement test.
Lecture 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 42.] ESL 45 -
Applied Grammar 4 3 cr.
Provides instruction and practice in the use of high intermediate and advanced academic English grammar structures including advanced verb forms clauses determiners and prepositions. Helps ESL students assess their own knowledge of English grammar improve accuracy and learn methods to improve editing. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: ESL 41 or approval by the ESL program coordinator.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 45.] ESL 51 -
Composition III 6 cr.
Prepares for college-level writing by practice in the writing process emphasizing development of thought in essays of greater length and complexity and use of appropriate syntax and diction. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Requires competency in the English language and ability to write short essays in understandable English, as indicated by a placement test and writing sample, or by teacher recommendation from a previous ESL writing course. Prerequisite or Co-requisite (recommended): ESL 42.
Lecture 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 51.] ESL 52 -
Reading III 6 cr.
Emphasizes applying and synthesizing ideas. Includes ways to detect organization summarize make inferences draw conclusions evaluate generalizations recognize differences between facts and opinions and introduces other advanced comprehension strategies. May also include comprehensive library skills. Helps students improve their reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Improves studentaapos;s reading proficiency to a level that would allow students to succeed in certificate and degree programs. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of ESL 41 and 42 or appropriate placement test.
Lecture 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 52.] ESL 58 -
ESL Writing Workshop II 6 cr.
Provides an intensive writing seminar for students struggling with the writing process editing and self-correction in academic English. Helps students improve their fluency and command of American academic English. Credits are not applicable toward graduation.
Prerequisite: ESL 51.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ESL 52.
Lecture 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ESL 58.] ESL 73 -
Accent Reduction 3 cr.
Provides contextualized practice at the high intermediate/ advanced level to improve the speech and intelligibility of non-native speakers of English. Focuses on problems of American English pronunciation unclear individual sounds and positional variants stress rhythm and intonation common to speakers of different language backgrounds. May include individualized practice in consonant and vowel production. Credits are not applicable toward gradation.
Prerequisite: Recommendation following oral placement interview or successful completion of ESL 33.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES(FIN) [back to top]
FIN 107 -
Personal Finance 3 cr.
Presents a framework of personal money management concepts including establishing values and goals determining sources of income managing income preparing a budget developing consumer buying ability using credit understanding savings and insurance providing for adequate retirement and estate planning.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for FIN 107] FIN 215 -
Financial Management 3 cr.
Introduces basic financial management topics including statement analysis working capital capital budgeting and long-term financing. Focuses on Net Present Value and Internal Rate of Return techniques lease vs. buy analysis and Cost of Capital computations. Uses problems and cases to enhance skills in financial planning and decision-making.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for FIN 215] FIN 260 -
Financial Management for Small Business 2 cr.
Provides the tools of financial planning for the small business owner. Includes areas such as financial statements ratio analysis forecasting profit cash flow pricing and obtaining capital.
Prerequisite: ACC 117.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
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FRENCH(FRE) [back to top]
FRE 101 -
Beginning French I 4 cr.
Introduces understanding speaking reading and writing skills and emphasizes basic French sentence structure. Incorporates exposure to the arts culture and literature of the areas of the world where French is spoken. Part I of II. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for FRE 101] FRE 102 -
Beginning French II 4 cr.
Introduces understanding speaking reading and writing skills and emphasizes basic French sentence structure. Incorporates exposure to the arts culture and literature of the areas of the world where French is spoken. Part II of II. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
Prerequisite: FRE 101 or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for FRE 102] FRE 201 -
Intermediate French I 3 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. French is used in the classroom. Part I of II. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
Prerequisite: FRE 102 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for FRE 201] FRE 201 -
Intermediate French I 4 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. French is used in the classroom. Part I of II. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
Prerequisite: FRE 102 or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for FRE 201] FRE 202 -
Intermediate French II 3 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. French is used in the classroom. Part II of II. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
Prerequisite: FRE 201 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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GEOGRAPHY(GEO) [back to top]
GEO 200 -
Introduction to Physical Geography 3 cr.
Studies major elements of the natural environment including earth-sun relationship landforms weather and climate natural vegetation and soils. Introduces the student to types and uses of maps.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for GEO 200] GEO 210 -
People and the Land: Introduction to Cultural Geography 3 cr.
Focuses on the relationship between culture and geography. Presents a survey of modern demographics landscape modification material and nonmaterial culture language race and ethnicity religion politics and economic activities. It introduces the student to types and uses of maps.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for GEO 210] GEO 225 -
Economic Geography 3 cr.
Familiarizes the student with the various economic geographic political and demographic factors that affect international target markets and trade activity.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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GEOLOGY(GOL) [back to top]
GOL 105 -
Physical Geology 4 cr.
Introduces the composition and structure of the earth and modifying agents and processes. Investigates the formation of minerals and rocks weathering erosion earthquakes and crystal deformation. This course completes a one-year laboratory science requirement when followed by GOL 106.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for GOL 105] GOL 106 -
Historical Geology 4 cr.
Traces the evolution of the earth and life through time. Presents scientific theories of the origin of the earth and life and interprets rock and fossil record.
Prerequisite: GOL 105 or equivalent.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN(HCT) [back to top]
HCT 101 -
Health Care Technician I (Nurse Aide I) 3 cr.
Teaches basic care skills with emphasis on physical social and emotional needs of patients. Covers procedures communications and interpersonal relations; observation charting and reporting; care planning safety and infection control; anatomy and physiology nutrition and patient feeding; and ethics death and dying. Prepares multi-skilled health care workers to care for patients of various ages with special emphasis on geriatric nursing home health and long- and short- term care facilities.
Prerequisites: Competencies in reading and writing as demonstrated by placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11; ability to meet physical expectations of patient care; mandatory criminal background check and drug test; current (through the end of class) proof of negative TB; physical ability to lift and move clients, hear audible alarms and sounds, auscultate certain physical parameters, such as blood pressure and breathing; and ability to interact effectively with clients/families and health care team members.
Co-requisite: HCT 102.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HCT 101] HCT 102 -
Health Care Technician II (Nurse Aide II) 4 cr.
Applies theory through laboratory experience for health care technicians to work in home health and long- and short-term facilities.
Prerequisites: Competencies in reading and writing as demonstrated by placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11; ability to meet physical expectations of patient care; mandatory criminal background check and drug test; current (through the end of class) proof of negative TB; physical ability to lift and move clients, hear audible alarms and sounds, auscultate certain physical parameters, such as blood pressure and heart and lung sounds; and ability to interact effectively with clients/families and health care team members.
Co-requisite: HCT 101.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 6 hours.
Total 7 hours per week.
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HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT(HIM) [back to top]
HIM 110 -
Introduction to Human Pathology 3 cr.
Introduces the basic concepts terminology etiology and characteristics of pathological processes.
Prerequisites: HLT 143 and BIO 145 or BIO 141 and BIO 142.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 110] HIM 130 -
Healthcare Information Systems 3 cr.
Teaches basic concepts of microcomputer software (to include operating systems word processing spreadsheets and database applications). Focuses on microcomputer applications and information systems in the health care environment. Provides a working introduction to electronic health information systems for allied health teaching students how the adoption of electronic health records affects them as future health care professionals.
Prerequisite: ITE 152.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 130] HIM 141 -
Fundamentals of Health Information Systems I 3 cr.
Focuses on health data collection storage retrieval and reporting systems with emphasis on the role of the computer in accomplishing these functions. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: Passing score on the computer competency exam, ITE 152, or permission of the instructor.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 141] HIM 226 -
Legal Aspects of Health Record Documentation 2 cr.
Presents the legal requirements associated with health record documentation. Emphasizes the policies and procedures concerning the protection of the confidentiality of patientaapos;s health records.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 226] HIM 236 -
Coding and Reimbursement in Alternate Health Care Settings 5 cr.
Focuses on disease and procedure coding using International Classification Disease (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) in alternate health care settings such as behavioral health home health skilled nursing facilities long-term care hospitals (LTCH) rehab facilities and hospice.
Prerequisite: Admittance into the Advanced Medical Coder Career Studies Certificate.
Lecture 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 236] HIM 250 -
Health Classification Systems I ICD-9/10-CM 4 cr.
Focuses on the current classification systems used in the health care industry. Introduces the professional standards for coding and reporting of inpatient/outpatient diagnostic codes as well as inpatient procedures. Utilizes standards in identifying and accurately assigning codes to diseases and procedures as they relate to statistical research and health care financing.
Prerequisites: HLT 143 and BIO 145 or BIO 141 and BIO 142.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HIM 110.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 250] HIM 255 -
Health Data Classification Systems II: Current Procedural Terminology 3 cr.
Focuses on procedure classification using Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). This system is currently utilized for collecting health data for the purposes of statistical research and financial reporting.
Prerequisites: BIO 145 (or BIO 141 and 142), HLT 143, or permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HIM 110 and HIM 250.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIM 255] HIM 257 -
Health Data Classifications Systems III 3 cr.
Integrates and applies knowledge with hands-on skill practice in coding. Reinforces medical terminology anatomy and coding guidelines for International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). Introduces the student to the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding guidelines. Promotes critical thinking related to coding quality fraud and abuse.
Prerequisites: BIO 145 or BIO 141 and 142, HLT 143, HIM 110, HIM 141, and HIM 250.
Prerequisite or co-requisite: HIM 255.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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HISTORY(HIS) [back to top]
HIS 101 -
Western Civilizations Pre-1600 CE 3 cr.
Examines the development of western civilization from ancient times to 1600 CE.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HIS 101] HIS 102 -
Western Civilizations Post 1600 CE 3 cr.
Examines the development of western civilization from 1600 CE to the present.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HIS 102] HIS 111 -
World Civilizations Pre-1500 CE 3 cr.
Surveys the history of Asia Africa the Americas and Europe from antiquity to approximately 1500. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HIS 111] HIS 112 -
World Civilizations post-1500 CE 3 cr.
Surveys the history of Asia Africa Europe and the Americas from approximately 1500 CE through the present. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 112] HIS 121 -
United States History to 1877 3 cr.
Introduces the history of the United States from its origins to 1877. Includes the European exploration development of the American colonies and their institutions the Revolution major political social and economic developments geographical expansion the Civil War and Reconstruction. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HIS 121] HIS 122 -
United States History Since 1865 3 cr.
Introduces the history of the United States from 1865 to present. Includes major political social and economic developments since 1865 overseas expansion the two world wars the Cold War and the post-Cold War era. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 122] HIS 127 -
Women in American History 3 cr.
Studies the role of women and attitudes toward women in American society from colonial times to the present.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 127] HIS 141 -
African-American History I 3 cr.
Surveys the history of black Americans from their African origins to the present.
Prerequisites: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 141] HIS 142 -
African-American History II 3 cr.
Surveys the history of black Americans from their African origins to the present.
Prerequisites: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 142] HIS 203 -
History of African Civilizations 3 cr.
Examines major social economic political and religious developments across the African continent from earliest times to the present. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HIS 203] HIS 254 -
History of Modern East Asian Civilizations 3 cr.
Examines East Asian civilizations from the early modern period through the present day.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HIS 254] HIS 267 -
The Second World War 3 cr.
Examines causes and consequences of the Second World War. Includes the rise of totalitarianism American neutrality military developments the home fronts diplomacy and the decision to use the atomic bomb.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 267] HIS 269 -
Civil War and Reconstruction 3 cr.
Studies factors that led to the division between the states. Examines the war the home fronts and the era of Reconstruction.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or Placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 or EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HIS 269] HIS 281 -
History of Virginia I 3 cr.
Examines the cultural political and economic history of the Commonwealth from its beginning to the present. Part I of II. HIS 281 and 282 do not have to be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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HEALTH(HLT) [back to top]
HLT 101 -
Introduction to the Role of Pharmacy Technician 1 cr.
Provides an overview of pharmacy practice drug classifications and generic substitutions and the role and responsibility of a pharmacy technician professional. Focuses on the essentials required for excelling in the pharmacy technician role.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 101] HLT 105 -
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 1 cr.
Provides training in coordinated mouth-to-mouth artificial ventilation and chest compression choking life-threatening emergencies sudden illness and AED skills for adults children and infants. Equivalent to EMS 100.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 105] HLT 106 -
First Aid and Safety 2 cr.
Focuses on the principles and techniques of safety and first aid.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 106] HLT 110 -
Concepts of Personal and Community Health 3 cr.
Studies the concepts related to the maintenance of health safety and the prevention of illness at the personal and community level.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 110] HLT 115 -
Introduction to Personal and Community Health 1 cr.
Introduces and focuses on the principles of personal and community health.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 115] HLT 116 -
Introduction to Personal Wellness Concepts 3 cr.
Introduces students to the dimensions of wellness including the physical emotional environmental spiritual occupational and social components. Explores the relationship between personal health and physical fitness as they apply to individuals in todayaapos;s society. Includes: nutrition weight control stress conditioning and drugs.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 116] HLT 121 -
Introduction to Drug Use and Abuse 3 cr.
Explores the use and abuse of drugs in contemporary society with emphasis upon sociological physiological and psychological effects of drugs.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 121] HLT 143 -
Medical Terminology I 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of medical abbreviations and terms. Includes the study of prefixes suffixes word stems and technical terms with emphasis on proper spelling pronunciation and usage. Emphasizes more complex skills and techniques in understanding medical terminology. Part I of II.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 143] HLT 190 -
Coordinated Internship in Health Science 3 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Provides a health care work/volunteer experience for students pursuing the Health Science I Career Studies Certificate program and orientation to the workplace.
Prerequisite: SDV 100 or SDV 101, HLT 105, ENG 111, and one BIO course.
Laboratory 9 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 190] HLT 190 -
Coordinated Internship in Health Science 4 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Provides a health care work/volunteer experience for students pursuing the Health Science I Career Studies Certificate program and orientation to the workplace.
Prerequisite: SDV 100 or SDV 101, HLT 105, ENG 111, and one BIO course.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 190] HLT 190 -
Coordinated Internship in Health Science 5 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Provides a health care work/volunteer experience for students pursuing the Health Science I Career Studies Certificate program and orientation to the workplace.
Prerequisites: SDV 100 or SDV 101, HLT 105, ENG 111, and one BIO course.
Laboratory 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 190] HLT 215 -
Personal Stress and Stress Management 3 cr.
Provides a basic understanding of stress and its physical psychological and social effects. Includes the relationships between stress and change self-evaluation sources of stress and current coping skills for handling stress.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 215] HLT 230 -
Principles of Nutrition and Human Development 3 cr.
Teaches the relationship between nutrition and human development. Emphasizes nutrients balanced diet weight control and the nutritional needs of an individual.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 230] HLT 250 -
General Pharmacology 3 cr.
Emphasizes general pharmacology for the health-related professions covering general principles of drug actions/reactions major drug classes specific agent within each class and routine mathematical calculations needed to determine desired dosages.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HLT 101 and HLT 143.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 250] HLT 261 -
Basic Pharmacy I 3 cr.
Explores the basics of general pharmacy reading prescriptions symbols packages and pharmacy calculations. Teaches measuring compounds of drugs dosage forms drug laws and drug classifications. Part I of II.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MDE 10, HLT 101 and HLT 250.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 261] HLT 262 -
Basic Pharmacy II 3 cr.
Explores the basics of general pharmacy reading prescriptions symbols packages and pharmacy calculations. Teaches measuring compounds of drugs dosage forms drug laws and drug classifications. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: HLT 101, HLT 250 and HLT 261.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 262] HLT 298 -
Seminar and Project in Health (Pharmacy Technician) 4 cr.
This course is designed to provide the student with an overall perspective of the pharmacy technician�s role in practice through virtual simulation and field experience in retail and clinical pharmacies.
Prerequisite: HLT 101, HLT 250 and HLT 261.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HLT 262.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HLT 298] HLT 299 -
Supervised Study: Seminar and Project in Health (Pharmacy Technician) 4 cr.
This course is designed to provide the student with an overall perspective of the pharmacy technicianaapos;s role in practice through virtual simulation and field experience in retail and clinical pharmacies.
Prerequisite: HLT 261.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HLT 262.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
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HUMAN SERVICES(HMS) [back to top]
HMS 100 -
Introduction to Human Services 3 cr.
Introduces human service agencies roles and careers. Presents an historical perspective of the field as it relates to human services today. Additional topics include values clarification and needs of target populations.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 100] HMS 121 -
Basic Counseling Skills I 3 cr.
Develops skills needed to function in a helping relationship. Emphasizes skills in attending listening and responding. Clarifies personal skill strengths deficits and goals for skill improvement.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 121] HMS 122 -
Basic Counseling Skills II 3 cr.
Expands the development of counseling skills needed to function effectively in a helping relationship. Emphasizes skills in responding personalizing summarizing and initiating. Clarifies personal skill strengths deficits and goals for skill improvement. Develops plans for achieving personal and program goals.
Prerequisite: HMS 121.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 122] HMS 141 -
Group Dynamics I 3 cr.
Examines the stages of group development group dynamics the role of the leader in a group and recognition of the various types of group processes. Discusses models of group dynamics that occur as a result of group membership dynamics.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 141] HMS 142 -
Group Dynamics II 3 cr.
Examines group dynamics group leadership group cohesion transference and group helping through experiential involvement in group facilitating and leadership. Increases group skills through active classroom participation in group experiences.
Prerequisite: HMS 141.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 142] HMS 220 -
Addiction and Prevention 3 cr.
Examines the impact of drugs and addiction on individuals and their families. Explores the myths about various drugs and their benefit or lack of benefit.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 220] HMS 225 -
Functional Family Intervention 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of functions and dysfunctions within the family. Emphasizes the development of effective skills through an interpersonal/interactional approach to family intervention.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 225] HMS 226 -
Helping Across Cultures 3 cr.
Provides an historical overview of selected cultural and racial groups. Promotes understanding of group differences and the impact on counseling services.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 226] HMS 227 -
The Helper as a Change Agent 3 cr.
Teaches the following skills for implementing alternative models of change and influence: action research problem solving consultation workshop development and outreach and advocacy for diverse client populations.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 227] HMS 236 -
Gerontology 3 cr.
Examines the process of aging and its implications in relation to health recreation education transportation meaningful work or activity and community resources. Emphasizes experiencing the aging process facilitating retirement and application of the helping relationship to work with older adults.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 236] HMS 258 -
Case Management and Substance Abuse 3 cr.
Focuses on the process for interviewing substance abuse clients. Includes intake assessment handling denial and ending the interview. Teaches skills for writing short-term goals and treatment plans with emphasis on accountability. Examines various reporting devices.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 258] HMS 260 -
Substance Abuse Counseling 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of the skills of guidance of clients and those associated with being an advocate. Examines the dynamics of the client/counselor relationship in developing treatment plans and empowerment skills.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 260] HMS 266 -
Counseling Psychology 3 cr.
Studies major counseling theories their contributions and limitations and the application of each to a counseling interaction. Students develop their own personal counseling theory.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 266] HMS 270 -
Treatment Systems 3 cr.
Examines the services and facilities established for the purpose of treating addictions. Focuses on treatment therapy models and ethical standards related to addiction-disease theory.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HMS 270] HMS 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Human Services 3 cr.
Students must complete a 130 (HMS AAS degree) or 180 (CSC Substance Use/Abuse) clock-hour experiential learning assignment in community-based governmental non-profit or for-profit human service/social work or substance use/abuse agencies as well as attend a scheduled campus-based or virtual course seminar. Students who enroll in HMS 290 will be pre-cleared and placed into agency internships by the instructor of the course. Program approved internships in human service and substance abuse agencies required. Places students in selected career-related human service agencies. Provides students with an opportunity to learn to integrate practice with theory under the supervision of a qualified supervisor in their designated career field. Helps students gain an overview of their chosen service career field.
Laboratory 15 hours per week.
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HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT(HRI) [back to top]
HRI 106 -
Principles of Culinary Arts I-II 3 cr.
Introduces the fundamental principles of food preparation and basic culinary procedures. Stresses the use of proper culinary procedures combined with food science proper sanitation standards of quality for food items that are made and proper use and care of kitchen equipment. Part I of II.
Prerequisites: The Culinary Arts AAS degree requires that students have the following competencies: (1) Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010, and (2) competencies in reading and writing as demonstrated by placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and ENF 3 or completion of a college-level composition course. Students needing to complete developmental studies courses in English or mathematics may take those courses concurrently with HRI courses, if approved by the program head.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: HRI 158 or HRI 115.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 106] HRI 115 -
Food Service Managers Sanitation Certification 1 cr.
Presents an accelerated survey of principles and applications of sanitary food service designed to promote the skills of managers in food service establishments licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia. (Upon successful completion of the course a certificate of achievement is awarded by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association and the studentaapos;s name is entered in the Foundation Registry.)
[view & print course content summary for HRI 115] HRI 119 -
Applied Nutrition for Food Service 2 cr.
Studies food composition nutrition science and application of nutrition principles by the food service professional. Provides the student with a basic understanding of human nutrition and application of nutrition in the service of commercially prepared meals. A laboratory co-requisite (HRI 122) may be required as identified by the college.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 119] HRI 122 -
Applied Nutrition for Food Service Laboratory 1 cr.
Provides students an opportunity to apply the concepts and develop the skill sets taught in HRI 119. Includes application of skill sets for understanding reviewing revising scaling and preparing existing recipes and the creation of new recipes with a focus on healthy cooking techniques alternative products and critical thinking.
Prerequisite: HRI 106 or equivalent.
Laboratory 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 122] HRI 128 -
Principles of Baking 3 cr.
Instructs the student in the preparation of breads pastries baked desserts candies frozen confections and sugar work. Applies scientific principles and techniques of baking. Promotes the knowledge/skills required to prepare baked items pastries and confections.
Prerequisites: HRI 106 or approval by the program head.
Prerequisites or Co-requisites: HRI 158 or HRI 115.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 128] HRI 134 -
Food and Beverage Service Management 3 cr.
Provides a conceptual and technical framework for managing the service of meals in a variety of commercial settings. Studies the integration of production and service delivery guest contact dynamics reservations management and point-of-sale technology systems.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 134] HRI 136 -
Storeroom Operations and Inventory Management Laboratory 1 cr.
Explores through laboratory activities the flow of foods beverages and supplies in food service establishments including product identification purchasing receiving storage measuring data entry systems inventory and evaluation through discussion and demonstration.
Co-requisite: HRI 115.
Laboratory 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 136] HRI 145 -
Garde Manger 3 cr.
Studies garde manger the art of decorative cold food preparation and presentation. Provides a detailed practical study of cold food preparation and artistic combination and display of cold foods.
Prerequisite: HRI 218.
Co-requisite: HRI 220. Lecture: 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 145] HRI 159 -
Introduction to Hospitality Industry Computer Systems 3 cr.
Familiarizes students with computerized information technology to manage information support decision-making and analysis improve processes increase productivity and enhance customer service in the hospitality industry.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 159] HRI 190 - Exploratory Internship in Foodservice [view & print course content summary for HRI 190] HRI 197 - Cooperative Education: Culinary [view & print course content summary for HRI 197] HRI 206 - International Cuisine 3 cr.
Introduces the concepts of cultural differences and similarities and the preparation of the food specialties of the major geographical areas of the world. Focuses on emerging cuisines as they become popular.
Prerequisites: HRI 145 and HRI 220.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 206] HRI 207 -
American Regional Cuisine 3 cr.
Studies the distinct regional cooking styles of America and its neighbors. Emphasizes the indigenous ingredients as well as the cultural aspect of each regionaapos;s cooking style. Includes the preparation of the various regional foods.
Prerequisites: HRI 145 and HRI 220.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 207] HRI 218 -
Fruit, Vegetable, and Starch Preparation 3 cr.
Instructs the student in the preparation of fruits vegetables grains cereals legumes and farinaceous products. Promotes the knowledge/skills necessary to prepare menu items from fruits vegetables and their byproducts and to select appropriate uses as meal components.
Prerequisite: HRI 106.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 218] HRI 219 -
Stock, Soup, and Sauce Preparation 3 cr.
Instructs the student in the preparation of stocks soups and sauces. Promotes the knowledge/skills to prepare stocks soups and sauces and to select appropriate uses as meal components.
Prerequisites: HRI 106.
Co-requisite: HRI 218.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 219] HRI 220 -
Meat, Seafood, and Poultry Preparation 3 cr.
Provides the study and preparation of meat poultry shellfish fish and game including alternative protein sources. Promotes the knowledge/skills required to select appropriate use of these foods as meal components. Students will produce various garnishes accompaniments sauces and accessories to produce a plated dish.
Prerequisites: HRI 219.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 220] HRI 224 -
Recipe and Menu Management 3 cr.
Presents a comprehensive framework for creating and evaluating recipes and menus for commercial and non-commercial food service operations. Requires students to use microcomputer software to design recipes recipe files and menus. Teaches students menu engineering analysis and methods for optimizing menu contribution margin.
Prerequisites: HRI 159 (or equivalent) and HRI 251.
Lecture 3 hour per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 224] HRI 235 -
Marketing of Hospitality Services 3 cr.
Studies principles and practices of marketing the services of the hotel and restaurant industry. Emphasizes the marketing concept with applications leading to customer satisfaction. Reviews methods of external and internal stimulation of sales. May include practical sales/marketing exercise and computer applications.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 235] HRI 251 -
Food and Beverage Cost Control I 3 cr.
Presents methods of pre-cost and pre-control as applied to the menu purchasing receiving storing issuing production sales and service which result in achievement of an operationaapos;s profit potential. Emphasizes both manual and computerized approaches.
Prerequisite: MTH 130.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 251] HRI 255 -
Human Resources Management and Training for Hospitality and Tourism 3 cr.
Prepares the students for interviewing training and developing employees. Covers management skills (technical human and conceptual) and leadership. Covers the establishment and use of effective training and evaluative tools to improve productivity. Emphasizes staff and customer relations.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 255] HRI 257 -
Catering Management 3 cr.
Studies special functions in the hospitality industry. Presents lecture and demonstration in banquet layout menus services sales and supervision.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 257] HRI 275 -
Hospitality Law 3 cr.
Studies legal principles governing hospitality operations. Includes applications of common law and statutory decisions discussion of legal theory and regulations governing management of hospitality enterprises.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 275] HRI 281 -
Artisan Breads 3 cr.
Provides an integrated study of both classical and modern bread baking methods. Focuses on craft baking using simple ingredients to create superior products.
Prerequisite: HRI 115.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 281] HRI 284 -
Specialty, Spa, and Plated Desserts 3 cr.
Provides an integrated study of specialty spa and plated desserts which possess enhanced value through artistic presentation.
Prerequisite: HRI 128.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 284] HRI 285 -
Chocolate and Sugar Arts 3 cr.
Focuses on the study of chocolate and sugar as used by the pastry artist to create candies confections and showpieces.
Prerequisite: HRI 280.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 285] HRI 286 -
Wedding and Specialty Cakes 3 cr.
Provides an integrated study of wedding and specialty cakes.
Prerequisites: HRI 280 and HRI 285.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 286] HRI 287 -
Contemporary Culinary Artistry and Innovation 2 cr.
Studies market-driven culinary trends and contemporary culinary artistry. Covers contemporary nutrition concerns and special dietary needs; alternative business models; innovative plate presentation flavors textures and design elements; molecular gastronomy; and preparation of traditional and nontraditional foods for modern presentation.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 287] HRI 288 -
Health-conscious Baking 3 cr.
Provides students with an understanding of the ingredients and methods used in creating healthy and special needs breads pastries cookies and other desserts.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 288] HRI 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Culinary Arts 3 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Prerequisite: program head approval.
Laboratory 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 290] HRI 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Culinary Management 3 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Prerequisite: program head approval.
Laboratory 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 290] HRI 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Pastry Arts 3 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.
Prerequisite: program head approval.
Laboratory 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 290] HRI 299 -
Supervised Study: Capstone Study in Culinary Arts 3 cr.
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Provides the student and instructor an opportunity to work together to identify the critical areas of need in the studentaapos;s repertoire. An individualized plan will be developed to address the studentaapos;s weaknesses and to lead progressively to a group demonstration of critical skills. Individual assessment constitutes the majority of this course. Lab lecture research and out-of-class projects will be utilized.
Prerequisites: HRI 206, HRI 207, HRI 251.
Laboratory 15 hours.
Total 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 299] HRI 299 -
Supervised Study: Capstone Study in Culinary Management 3 cr.
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Provides the student and instructor an opportunity to work together to identify the critical areas of need in the studentaapos;s repertoire. An individualized plan will be developed to address the studentaapos;s weaknesses and to lead progressively to a group demonstration of critical skills. Individual assessment constitutes the majority of this course. Lab lecture research and out-of-class projects will be utilized.
Prerequisites: HRI 275, HRI 235, HRI 251.
Laboratory 15 hours.
Total 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRI 299] HRI 299 -
Supervised Study: Capstone Study in Pastry Arts 3 cr.
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Provides the student and instructor an opportunity to work together to identify the critical areas of need in the studentaapos;s repertoire. An individualized plan will be developed to address the studentaapos;s weaknesses and to lead progressively to a group demonstration of critical skills. Individual assessment constitutes the majority of this course. Lab lecture research and out-of-class projects will be utilized.
Prerequisites: HRI 281, HRI 286, HRI 288, HRI 251.
Laboratory 15 hours.
Total 15 hours per week.
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HORTICULTURE(HRT) [back to top]
HRT 106 -
Practical Horticulture 1 cr.
Provides practical experience in landscape construction equipment operations and maintenance.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 106] HRT 110 -
Principles of Horticulture 3 cr.
Introduces concepts of plant growth and development. Covers horticultural practices crops and environmental factors affecting plant growth.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 110] HRT 115 -
Plant Propagation 3 cr.
Teaches principles and practices of plant propagation. Examines commercial and home practices. Provides experience in techniques using seed-spores cuttings grafting budding layering and division.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 115] HRT 119 -
Irrigation Systems for Turf and Ornamentals 3 cr.
Explains why when and how irrigation systems are used by the grounds management industry. Includes component selection system design installation operation and maintenance.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 119] HRT 120 -
History of Garden Design 3 cr.
Studies the development of gardens as they chronicle the development of civilization. Introduces the periods in both Europe and North America beginning with settlement on through industrial development land and space utilization to current environmental concerns. Explores physical and cultural influences on garden design and utilization.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 120] HRT 121 -
Greenhouse Crop Production I 3 cr.
Examines commercial practices related to production of floriculture crops. Considers production requirements environmental control and management and cultural techniques.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 121] HRT 122 -
Greenhouse Crop Production II 3 cr.
Continues commercial practices related to production of floriculture crops. Considers production requirements environmental control and management and cultural techniques.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 122] HRT 125 -
Chemicals in Horticulture 3 cr.
Emphasizes basic chemical principles and their application to horticulture. Introduces principles of inorganic and organic chemicals. Studies chemical activities of insecticides fungicides herbicides fertilizers and growth regulators. Provides students an opportunity to test for their Commercial Pesticide Applicators License administered by VDACS at the end of the course.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 125] HRT 126 -
Home Landscaping 3 cr.
Studies current approaches to improving home landscapes. Emphasizes planning proper implementation and landscape maintenance.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 126] HRT 127 -
Horticultural Botany 3 cr.
Studies taxonomy anatomy morphology physiology and genetics of plants as applied to identification propagation and culture.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 127] HRT 130 -
Introduction to Sustainable Farming 3 cr.
Familiarizes students through lecture and demonstration with small-scale food production by gardening. Covers the basics of composting and organic vegetable gardening using biointensive methods.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 130] HRT 134 -
Four Season Food Production 3 cr.
Familiarizes students with organic small-scale food production through lecture and demonstration. Includes seed saving cover crops and gardening planning.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 134] HRT 135 -
Training for Commercial Pesticide Application 3 cr.
Introduces students to the principles and practices for safe pesticide usage as required by law in the state of Virginia. Prepares students for the official tests administered by VDACS (Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services).
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 135] HRT 150 -
Theory of Landscape Design 3 cr.
Presents the theoretical aspects of landscape planning and design. Uses theory to analyze and solve design problems.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 150] HRT 190 -
Coordinated Internship in Horticulture 1 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms in the horticulture industry coordinated by the college.
Laboratory 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 190] HRT 193 -
Topics in Horticulture: Cannabis (Hemp) Production 1 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms in the horticulture industry coordinated by the college.
Laboratory 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 193] HRT 195 -
Topics in Horticulture: Hydroponics 3 cr.
Introduces the student to the topic of water and nutrient relationships as they relate to soilless media for plant production. Examines plant/water relationships and optimum nutrition.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 195] HRT 201 -
Landscape Plants I 3 cr.
Studies landscape use of plants. Considers ornamental value growth habit identification and limitations. Part I of II.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 201] HRT 202 -
Landscape Plants II 3 cr.
Studies landscape use of plants. Considers ornamental value growth habit identification and limitations. Part II of II.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 202] HRT 205 -
Soils 3 cr.
Teaches theoretical and practical aspects of soils and other growing media. Examines media components chemical and physical properties and soil organisms. Discusses management and conservation.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 205] HRT 226 -
Greenhouse Management 3 cr.
Discusses the theoretical and applied practices of managing a greenhouse facility. Emphasizes greenhouse construction and design environmental control energy conservation and related topics.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 226] HRT 231 -
Planting Design I 3 cr.
Applies landscape theory and principles of drawing to the planning of residential and small-scale commercial landscape designs.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 231] HRT 232 -
Planting Design II 3 cr.
Applies landscape theory and principles of drawing to the planning of large-scale commercial landscape designs.
Prerequisites: HRT 231 or equivalent.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 232] HRT 235 -
Landscape Drawing 3 cr.
Teaches students the use of drafting equipment. Emphasizes drawing techniques and use of media. Includes hard line and free-style landscape drawing.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 235] HRT 238 -
Growing for Market 3 cr.
Focuses on development of a marketing plan for sustainable farm items offered for sale to the public retail and wholesale. Includes hands-on experience in double-digging planting crop testing and utilization of compost.
Prerequisite: HRT 130 or permission of instructor.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 238] HRT 239 -
Complete Diet Farming 3 cr.
Considers sustainable farming methods by which food can be grown for personal or family consumption emphasizing high nutritional yield in relatively small areas. Focuses on the development of a garden plan that includes vegetable and root crops and grains used for food and composting.
Prerequisite: HRT 130 or permission of instructor.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 239] HRT 249 -
Perennial Plants 3 cr.
Considers the perennial plants used in the landscape. Includes site selection and evaluation for perennial culture perennial plant selection perennial culture under various environmental conditions taxonomic identification and control of insects and diseases.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 249] HRT 259 -
Arboriculture 3 cr.
Studies the techniques of tree care. Covers surgery pruning insect and disease recognition and control fertilization cabling and lightning rod installation.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 259] HRT 260 -
Introduction to Floral Design 3 cr.
Teaches skills required for the composition of basic table arrangements. Includes the history of design styles identification of flowers and greens identification and use of equipment and conditioning and handling of flowers.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 260] HRT 266 -
Advanced Floral Design 3 cr.
Teaches skills required for composition of traditional floral designs and contemporary floral designs. Includes wedding funeral and special occasion designs and the use of exotic florals to create arrangement styles such as Japanese European and Williamsburg.
Prerequisite: HRT 260.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 266] HRT 268 -
Advanced Floral Design Applications 3 cr.
Teaches skills required for the composition of large floral arrangements. Includes wedding funeral and special occasion designs for the home as well as public areas. Includes use of dried and silk flowers for special occasions.
Prerequisite: HRT 260 - Introduction to Floral Design (or equivalent).
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 268] HRT 269 -
Professional Turf Care 3 cr.
Covers turf grass identification selection culture propagation and pest control. Surveys commercial turf care operations and use of common equipment.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 269] HRT 275 -
Landscape Construction and Maintenance 3 cr.
Examines practical applications of commercial landscape construction techniques and materials used. Covers construction planting and maintenance.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 275] HRT 285 -
Management of a Horticultural Business 3 cr.
Studies the business and selling practices which relate to wholesale and retail horticultural businesses including garden centers greenhouses nurseries and flower shops. Examines planning and layout suppliers merchandising maintenance and display of horticultural items. Accounting and bookkeeping requirements personnel management and hiring practices will also be examined.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 285] HRT 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Horticulture 2 cr.
Provides students an opportunity for on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college for a total of 160 contact hours regardless of the length of the term.
Laboratory 10 hours per week (if a 16-week term).
[view & print course content summary for HRT 290] HRT 295 -
Topics in Horticulture: Sports Turf Management 3 cr.
Addresses the scientific principles for the establishment and maintenance of intensely managed turf grass for golf courses and athletic fields. Topics include seeding sprigging sodding irrigation fertilization weed identification and control insect identification and control fungus identification and control drainage and mowing. Also covers critical tasks for constructing recreational turf grass facilities.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HRT 295] HRT 295 -
Topics in Horticulture: Sustainable Landscape Design 3 cr.
Will expose students to the concept of Sustainable Landscape Design as presented by the Sustainable Sites Initiative. The Sustainable Sites Initiative is a partnership with the American Society of Landscape Architecture (ASLA) the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and the United State Botanical Garden in conjunction with a diverse group of stakeholder organizations to establish and encourage sustainable practices in landscape design construction operations and maintenance. The Sustainable Sites Initiative is the peak national dialogue on sustainable site design issues. It provides a strong foundation for understanding the requirements as related to site design for LEED certification. Students will utilize the on-line publication Sustainable Sites Initiative and also become familiar with well-recognized significant examples of sustainable landscape design through visual case studies.
Total 3 hours per week.
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HUMANITIES(HUM) [back to top]
HUM 100 -
Survey of the Humanities 3 cr.
Introduces the humanities through the art literature music and philosophy of various cultures and historical periods.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for HUM 100] HUM 202 -
Modern Humanities 3 cr.
Examines the values and expression of ideas of selected western and non-western cultures from the 1300s until 1900s integrating the visual arts literature religion music and philosophy within the context of history. The assignments in this course require college-level reading analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HUM 202] HUM 210 -
Introduction to Women and Gender Studies 3 cr.
Broadens understanding and awareness of women by exploring different cultural historical and gendered experiences of social groups throughout the world in relationship to such fields as art literature religion philosophy social sciences and music. The assignments in this course require college-level reading analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HUM 210] HUM 256 -
Comparative Mythology 3 cr.
Broadens understanding and awareness of women by exploring different cultural historical and gendered experiences of social groups throughout the world in relationship to such fields as art literature religion philosophy social sciences and music. The assignments in this course require college-level reading analysis of scholarly studies and coherent communication through properly cited and formatted written reports.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for HUM 256] HUM 260 -
Survey of Twentieth-Century Culture 3 cr.
Explores literature visual arts philosophy music and history of our time from an interdisciplinary perspective.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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INTERPRETATION(INT) [back to top]
INT 105 -
Interpreting Foundations I (English) 4 cr.
Develops fundamental skills of interpreting including cognitive processes and intralingual language development in English and ASL. Reviews Process Models of Interpreting and uses one to analyze interpretations. Develops feedback skills essential to the team interpreting process. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 105] INT 106 -
Interpreting Foundations II (ASL) 4 cr.
Develops fundamental skills of interpreting including cognitive processes and intralingual language development in English and ASL. Reviews Process Models of Interpreting and uses one to analyze interpretations. Develops feedback skills essential to the team interpreting process. Part II of II.
Prerequisites: Placement in ENG 111 and completion of ASL 202.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 106] INT 107 -
Translation Skills 4 cr.
Further develops fundamental skills needed for the task of interpreting Targets comprehending source language (either ASL or English) transferring content into memory store (breaking from original form) restructuring into target language maintaining message equivalence conveying implicit and inferred information and applying appropriate discourse structure. Reviews Process Model of interpreting and uses it to analyze translations. Further develops feedback skills essential to the team interpreting process.
Prerequisites: INT 105 and INT 106.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 107] INT 130 -
Interpreting: An Introduction to the Profession 3 cr.
Introduces basic principles and practices of interpreting focusing on the history of the profession logistics of interpreting situations regulatory and legislative issues resources and the Code of Ethics. Describes the state quality assurance screening and national certification exam systems including test procedures.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 130] INT 133 -
ASL-to-English Interpretation I 3 cr.
Provides students the opportunity to begin consecutively interpreting monologues from the source language (ASL) to the target language (English); watch process and analyze entire ASL monologues; choose appropriate English to match the message; and eventually interpret the monologue into English. Puts interpreting theory into practice in a lab environment. Develops team interpreting techniques and provides students with the opportunity to interact with consumers of ASL-English interpretation and conduct research in the field of interpretation.
Prerequisite: INT 107.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 133] INT 134 -
English-to-ASL Interpretation I 3 cr.
Provides students the opportunity to begin consecutively interpreting monologues from the source language (English) to the target language (ASL); listen to process and analyze entire English monologues; and choose appropriate ASL to match the message. Puts interpreting theory into practice in a lab environment. Develops team interpreting techniques and provides students with the opportunity to interact with consumers of ASL-English interpretation and conduct research in the field of interpretation.
Prerequisite: INT 107.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 134] INT 195 -
Topics in Interpreter Education: Introduction to Oral Transliteration I 1 cr.
Studies roles responsibilities and qualifications involved in working as an oral transliterator. Addresses specific linguistic and communication concerns typically occurring in the oral transliteration setting. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111.
[view & print course content summary for INT 195] INT 233 -
ASL-to-English Interpretation II 3 cr.
Teaches students to perform simultaneous interpretations of monologues in the source language (ASL) to the target language (English) and process an incoming ASL monologue while simultaneously producing an appropriate interpretation in English. Provides students the opportunity to conduct research in the field of interpretation apply team interpreting techniques and interact with consumers of interpretation.
Prerequisites: INT 133 and INT 134.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 233] INT 234 -
English-to-ASL Interpretation II 3 cr.
Teaches students to perform simultaneous interpretations of monologues in the source language (English) into the target language (ASL) and process an incoming English monologue while simultaneously producing an appropriate interpretation in ASL. Provides students the opportunity to conduct research in the field of interpretation apply team interpreting techniques and interact with consumers of interpretation.
Prerequisites: INT 133 and INT 134.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 234] INT 237 -
Interpreting ASL in Safe Settings 3 cr.
Studies roles responsibilities and experiences involved in interpreting American Sign Language (ASL) in community and educational settings including ethical and business practices. Analyzes the specific linguistic needs of the clients managing the environment and resolving ethical concerns for interpreters.
Prerequisites: INT 233 and INT 234 or program head placement.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 237] INT 250 -
Dialogic Interpretation I 3 cr.
Provides students the opportunity to apply interpreting fundamentals interpret dialogs between spoken English and ASL users analyze interpretations by using a Process Model of Interpreting conduct research practice team interpreting skills in an interactive interpreting environment and prepare for the interactive nature of standard interpreting evaluations.
Prerequisites: INT 233 and INT 234.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 250] INT 280 -
Interpreter Assessment Preparation 3 cr.
Prepares student to sit for a specific interpreter assessment tool. Examines the contents of the various segments of the assessment tool. Provides an opportunity for the student to design and implement a specific individualized work plan based upon a diagnostic assessment of the studentaapos;s interpretation product to improve all knowledge skill and ability elements in order to meet or exceed the competency set for the selected interpreter assessment tool.
Prerequisite: INT 130.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 280] INT 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Interpreter Education 3 cr.
Provides an internship under guidance of a professional interpreter as a means to transition from school to work. (Provides supervised on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college.)
Prerequisites: INT 250 and successful completion of the written portion of an ASL-English interpreting assessment.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for INT 290]
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DESIGN(ITD) [back to top]
ITD 110 -
Web Page Design I 3 cr.
Stresses a working knowledge of web site designs construction and management using HTML5 and Dreamweaver. Includes headings lists links images image maps tables forms and frames. Also includes templates Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) responsive web design and publishing to a web server.
Prerequisite: ITE 115 or equivalent with emphasis on file and folder management.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITD 110] ITD 112 -
Designing Web Page Graphics 3 cr.
Explores the creation of digital graphics for web design. Includes basic design elements such as color and layout utilizing a computer graphics program.
Prerequisite: ITE 115 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITD 112] ITD 130 -
Database Fundamentals 4 cr.
Introduces the student to Relational Database and Relational Database theory. Includes planning defining and using a database; table design linking and normalization; and types of databases database description and definition. Additional topics cover the use of Entity Relationship (ER) modeling in detail through many real-life examples and practical business problems and solutions. After several iterations the ER model captures the data requirements and business rules and forms a sound basis for the initial design of a relational database. The introduction to SQL allows for the implementation of a database design using SQL.
Prerequisite: ITE 115 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITD 130] ITD 210 -
Web Page Design II 4 cr.
Incorporates advanced techniques in web site planning design usability accessibility advanced site management and maintenance utilizing web editor software.
Prerequisite: ITD 110 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITD 210] ITD 212 -
Interactive Web Design 4 cr.
Provides techniques in interactive web design concepts for cross-platform and low-bandwidth through fast and concise open source applications. Emphasizes the importance of usability accessibility optimization and performance. Understand and implement skills to design web sites for wireless devices. JQuery and jQuery Mobile are used to make websites interactive by reacting to visitor actions use animations and effects build drop-down navigation menus pop-ups and automate slideshows and more to improve the user interface.
Prerequisite: ITD 110 or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITD 212] ITD 298 -
Seminar and Project: Web Design Capstone 4 cr.
Provides students with hands-on experience developing exemplary websites created with Dreamweaver using advanced behaviors and techniques such as Asynchronous JavaScript and database connectivity using the Php language JQuery responsive web design and additional components that students will select.
Prerequisite: ITD 210 and ITD212 or permission from the instructor.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ESSENTIALS(ITE) [back to top]
ITE 115 -
Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts 3 cr.
Covers computer concepts and internet skills and uses a software suite which includes word processing spreadsheet database and presentation software to demonstrate skills. Introduces information literacy knowledge and skills. Recommended
prerequisite: keyboarding skills.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITE 115] ITE 130 -
Introduction to Internet Services 3 cr.
Provides students with a working knowledge of Internet terminology and services including e-mail WWW browsing search engines ftp file compression and other services using a variety of software packages. Provides instruction for basic web page construction.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITE 130] ITE 140 -
Spreadsheet Software (Excel) 3 cr.
Covers the use of spreadsheet software to create spreadsheets with formatted cells and cell ranges control pages multiple sheets charts and macros. Topics include type and edit text in a cell enter data on multiple worksheets work with formulas and functions create charts PivotTables and styles insert headers and footers and filter data. Covers MOS Excel objectives.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITE 140] ITE 150 -
Desktop Database Software (Access) 3 cr.
Incorporates instruction in planning defining and using a database; performing queries; producing reports; working with multiple files; and concepts of database programming. Course topics include database concepts principles of table design and table relationships entering data creating and using forms using data from different sources filtering creating mailing labels. This course covers MOS Access certification objectives.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITE 150] ITE 152 -
Introduction to Digital Literacy 3 cr.
Develops understanding of digital literacy. Introduces basic computer concepts in hardware software cyber cloud database and operating systems. Includes hands-on experience developing word processing spreadsheet and presentation documents. Evaluates the reliability of sources. Covers creating a simple web page. Examines topics such as social legal and ethical issues.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for ITE 152] ITE 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Information Technology Essentials 3 cr.
Provides students supervised on-the-job training in Information Systems Technology.
Prerequisite: Permission of program head.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITE 290] ITE 298 -
Seminar and Project: Computer Applications Capstone 4 cr.
Provides students with hands-on experience using the current version of Microsoft Office in order to integrate the software applications to produce realistic business projects.
Prerequisites: ITE 140, ITE 150, ITD 110, or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY NETWORKING(ITN) [back to top]
ITN 106 -
Microcomputer Operating Systems 3 cr.
Teaches use of operating system utilities and multiple-level directory structures creation of batch files and configuration of microcomputer environments. May include a study of graphical user interfaces.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 106] ITN 107 -
Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting 3 cr.
Includes specially designed instruction to give the student a basic knowledge of hardware and software configurations. Includes the installation of various peripheral devices as well as basic system hardware components.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 107] ITN 170 -
Linux System Administration 3 cr.
Focuses instruction on the installation configuration and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 170] ITN 200 -
Administration of Network Resources 3 cr.
Focuses on the management of local area network servers. Teaches proper structuring of security systems. Explains print queues disk management and other local area network (LAN) issues. Presents concerns and issues for the purchase and installation of hardware and software upgrades. Can be taught using any network operating system or a range of operating systems as a delivery tool. Co-requisite ITN 101.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 200] ITN 254 -
Virtual Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration 4 cr.
Explores concepts and capabilities of virtual architecture with a focus on the installation configuration and management of a virtual infrastructure ESX Server and Virtual Center. Covers fundamentals of virtual network design and implementation fundamentals of storage area networks virtual switching virtual system management and engineering for high availability.
Prerequisite: ITN 171.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 254] ITN 257 -
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services 3 cr.
Focuses on cloud infrastructure deployment security models and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing. Covers the technologies and processes required to build traditional virtualized and cloud data center environments including computation storage networking desktop and application virtualization business continuity security and management.
Prerequisite: ITN 101 or school approval.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 257] ITN 260 -
Network Security Basics 3 cr.
Provides instruction in the basics of network security in depth. Includes security objectives security architecture security models and security layers; risk management network security policy and security training. Includes the five security keys confidentiality integrity availability accountability and auditability.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 260] ITN 261 -
Network Attacks, Computer Crime, and Hacking 4 cr.
Encompasses in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the viewpoint of hackers and their attack methodologies. Includes topics about hackers attacks Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) malicious code computer crime and industrial espionage. ITN 260 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 261] ITN 262 -
Network Communication, Security, and Authentication 4 cr.
Covers an in-depth exploration of various communication protocols with a concentration on TCP/IP. Explores communication protocols from the point of view of the hacker in order to highlight protocol weaknesses. Includes Internet architecture routing addressing topology fragmentation and protocol analysis and the use of various utilities to explore TCP/IP. ITN 260 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 262] ITN 263 -
Internet/Intranet Firewalls and e-Commerce Security 4 cr.
Gives an in-depth exploration of firewall Web security and e-commerce security. Explores firewall concepts types topology and the firewallaapos;s relationship to the TCP/IP protocol. Includes client/server architecture the Web server HTML and HTTP in relation to Web security and digital certification D.509 and public key infrastructure (PKI).
Prerequisite: ITN 260 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 263] ITN 276 -
Computer Forensics I 3 cr.
Teaches computer forensic investigation techniques for collecting computer-related evidence at the physical layer from a variety of digital media (hard drives compact flash and PDAs) and performing analysis at the file system layer.
Prerequisite: ITN 260 or school approval. Credit will be given to ITN 275 or ITN 276 and ITN 277, but not all three courses.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITN 276] ITN 298 -
Seminar and Project: Networking Capstone Course 4 cr.
Covers the use of advanced concepts and utilities with current network operating systems. Includes administrator duties such as server organization permissions and rights and client side issues such as configuration troubleshooting and installation of applications.
Prerequisites: ITN 101 and ITN 260 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMING(ITP) [back to top]
ITP 100 -
Software Design 3 cr.
Introduces principles and practices of software development. Includes instruction in critical thinking problem solving skills and essential programming logic in structured and object-oriented design using contemporary tools.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITP 100] ITP 136 -
C# Programming I 4 cr.
Teaches the fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C#. Emphasizes program construction algorithm development coding debugging and documentation of applications within the .NET framework.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ITP 100.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITP 136] ITP 236 -
C# Programming II 4 cr.
Focuses instruction in advanced object-oriented techniques using C# for application development. Emphasizes database connectivity and back-end development using the .NET Framework and database processing using LINQ and the Entity Framework.
Prerequisite: ITP 136 and ITD 130.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITP 236] ITP 245 -
Developing User Interfaces 4 cr.
Provides instruction in the creation of computer application user interfaces that offer intuitive navigation and informative design for web mobile and desktop applications and other technologies.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ITP 236 or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITP 245] ITP 251 -
Systems Analysis and Design 3 cr.
Focuses on application of information technologies (IT) to system life cycle methodology consisting of the systems planning analysis design implementation and support/security phases. Covers methodologies related to identification of information requirements; feasibility in the areas of economic technical and social requirements and related issues. Software applications may be used to enhance student skills.
Prerequisite: ITE 152 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for ITP 251] ITP 298 -
Seminar and Project in Information Technology Programming: Programming Capstone 4 cr.
Provides students with hands-on experience developing sophisticated web-based applications using ASP.NET and SQL Server including profiles personalization web parts themes multi-lingual and web services. Students will work in small teams to build a semester-long project.
Prerequisites: ITP 136, ITP 236, ITP 245, ITP 251, ITD-130, ITD-132, or school approval.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
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LEGAL ASSISTING (PARALEGAL STUDIES)(LGL) [back to top]
LGL 110 -
Introduction to Law and the Paralegal 3 cr.
Introduces various areas of law in which a paralegal may be employed. Includes study of the court system (Virginia and federal); a brief overview of criminal law torts family law evidence the U.C.C. contracts and ethics; the role of the paralegal; and other areas of interest.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENG 111 or permission of instructor.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 110] LGL 117 -
Family Law 3 cr.
Studies elements of a valid marriage grounds for divorce and annulment separation defenses custody support adoptions and applicable tax consequences. Includes property settlement agreements pre- and ante-nuptial agreements pleadings and rules of procedure. May include specific federal and Virginia consumer laws.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 117] LGL 125 -
Legal Research 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of various components of a law library and emphasizes research skills through the use of digests encyclopedias reporter systems codes citations ALR and other research tools. May include research through electronic databases overview of computer applications and writing projects. Prerequisite/Corequisite: LGL 126.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 125] LGL 126 -
Legal Writing 3 cr.
Studies proper preparation of various legal documents including legal memoranda letters and pleadings. Involves practical applications. May include case and appellate briefs.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 or permission of instructor. Prerequisite/Corequisite: LGL 125.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 126] LGL 200 -
Ethics for the Paralegal 1 cr.
Examines general principles of ethical conduct applicable to paralegals. Includes the application of rules of ethics to the practicing paralegal.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 200] LGL 210 -
Virginia and Federal Procedure 3 cr.
Examines the rules of procedure in the Virginia and federal court systems including the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Rules of Practice and Procedure in the General District Court Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Circuit Court Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Virginia.
Prerequisite: LGL 110.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 210] LGL 215 -
Torts 3 cr.
Studies fundamental principles of the law of torts and may include preparation and use of pleadings and other documents involved in the trial of a civil action. Emphasizes intentional torts negligence personal injury products liability and malpractice cases.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 215] LGL 216 -
Trial Preparation and Discovery Practice 3 cr.
Examines the trial process including the preparation of a trial notebook pretrial motions and orders. May include preparation of interrogatories depositions and other discovery tools used in assembling evidence in preparation for the trial or an administrative hearing.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 216] LGL 218 -
Criminal Law 3 cr.
Focuses on major crimes including their classification elements of proof intent conspiracy responsibility parties and defenses. Emphasizes Virginia law. May include general principles of applicable constitutional law and criminal procedure.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English placement test or evidence of ENG 111 or its equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 218] LGL 220 -
Administrative Practice and Procedure 3 cr.
Surveys applicable administrative laws including the Privacy Act the Administrative Process Act and Freedom of Information Act. Studies practice and procedure involving the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control State Corporation Commission Virginia Workersaapos; Compensation Commission Social Security Administration Virginia Employment Commission and other administrative agencies.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 220] LGL 221 -
E-Practice 3 cr.
Prepares students to electronically file (e-file) in federal court state court and appropriate administrative agencies. Provides the student with the proper information on electronic discovery (e-discovery) including how data are requested located and searched in the course of litigation. Focuses on the proper process required to be in conformance with the appropriate laws.
Prerequisites: LGL 210, LGL 216, ITE 152.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 221] LGL 222 -
Information Technology for the Paralegal 3 cr.
Provides extensive instruction on technology in the law office including word processing tools spreadsheet programs database management systems office management programs case management programs electronic mail the Cloud litigation and trial software and the use of the Internet in the practice of law.
Prerequisite: ITE 152, LGL 125, or faculty approval.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 222] LGL 225 -
Estate Planning and Probate 3 cr.
Introduces various devices used to plan an estate including wills trusts joint ownership and insurance. Considers various plans in light of family situations and estate objectives. Focuses on practices involving administration of an estate including taxes and preparation of forms.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 225] LGL 226 -
Real Estate Abstracting 3 cr.
Reviews aspects of abstracting title to real estate recordation of land transactions liens grantor-grantee indices warranties covenants restrictions and easements.
Prerequisite: LGL 228 or permission of program head.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 226] LGL 228 -
Real Estate Settlement Practicum 3 cr.
Focuses on methods and practices in administrative area of real estate closings back title information preliminary report from attorneyaapos;s title notes lenderaapos;s requirements payoffs HUD-1 settlement statement real estate taxes interest escrow disbursement and release of liens of record.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 228] LGL 235 -
Legal Aspects of Business Organizations 3 cr.
Studies fundamental principles of agency law and the formation of business organizations. Includes sole proprietorship partnerships corporations limited liability companies and other business entities. Reviews preparation of the documents necessary for the organization and operation of businesses.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 235] LGL 238 -
Bankruptcy 3 cr.
Provides a practical understanding of nonbankruptcy alternatives and the laws of bankruptcy including Chapters 7 11 12 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. Emphasizes the preparation of petitions schedules statements and other forms.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for LGL 238] LGL 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Legal Assisting 3 cr.
Provides the student supervised on-the-job training as a paralegal.
Prerequisite: Permission of the program head, which includes the successful completion of a comprehensive examination with a grade of 70 or better.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
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MATH DIRECT ENROLLMENT(MDE) [back to top]
MDE 10 -
Introduction to Algebra 3 cr.
Covers topics in arithmetic through introduction to variables and equations. Prepares students for enrollment into MDE 60 MTH 101-133 or direct enrollment into MTH 154 or MTH 155 with co�requisite.
[view & print course content summary for MDE 10.] MDE 54 -
Learning Supports for Quantitative Reasoning 3 cr.
Provides support to ensure success for students co-enrolled in MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning. Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction guided practice and individualized support.
Co-requisite: MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning.
[view & print course content summary for MDE 54.] MDE 55 -
Learning Supports for Statistical Reasoning 3 cr.
Provides support to ensure success for students co-enrolled in MTH 155 - Statistical Reasoning. Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction guided practice and individualized support.
Co-requisite: MTH 155 - Statistical Reasoning.
[view & print course content summary for MDE 55.] MDE 60 -
Intermediate Algebra 3 cr.
Covers topics in algebra. Prepares students for enrollment into MTH 161 with co-requisite.
[view & print course content summary for MDE 60.] MDE 61 -
Learning Supports for Pre-Calculus 3 cr.
Provides support to ensure success for students co-enrolled in Pre-Calculus (MTH 161). Course will review foundational topics through direct instruction guided practice and individualized support.
Co-requisite: MTH 161 - Precalculus I.
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MEDICAL LABORATORY(MDL) [back to top]
MDL 100 -
Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology 2 cr.
Introduces the basic principles techniques and vocabulary applicable to all phases of medical laboratory technology including design of the health care system ethics terminology and calculations.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 100] MDL 105 -
Phlebotomy 3 cr.
Introduces basic medical terminology anatomy physiology components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. Teaches techniques of specimen collection specimen handling and patient interactions.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the reading placement test.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 105] MDL 106 -
Clinical Phlebotomy 3 cr.
Introduces basic medical terminology anatomy physiology components of health care delivery and clinical laboratory structure. Teaches techniques of specimen collection specimen handling and patient interactions.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the reading placement test.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 106] MDL 110 -
Urinalysis and Body Fluids 3 cr.
Studies the gross chemical and microscopic techniques used in the clinical laboratory. Emphasizes the study of clinical specimens which include the urine feces cerebrospinal fluid blood and body exudates. Introduces specimen collection and preparation.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MDL 101.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 110] MDL 125 -
Clinical Hematology I 3 cr.
Teaches the cellular elements of blood including blood cell formation and routine hematological procedures.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MDL 101.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 125] MDL 190 -
Coordinated Practice in Phlebotomy (MLT) 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in a designated specimen collection location. Includes skill development and evaluation of blood collection using venipuncture and capillary techniques specimen handling patient/staff interactions professional behavior and troubleshooting the collection process. Requires successful completion of 50 procedures for students to pass this course.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MDL 100 or MDL 105.
Laboratory 8 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 190] MDL 190 -
Coordinated Practice in Phlebotomy Training 4 cr.
Provides supervised training and practice in venipuncture for phlebotomy students at clinical sites coordinated by the college. Students will observe venipunctures perform some procedures with supervision and perform the remaining venipunctures on their own. A total of 100 venipunctures and 25 dermal punctures must be completed successfully to pass this clinical. Students may also be required to attend site-specific training related to bloodborne pathogens and HIPAA and participate in skills assessments by Reynolds faculty.
Prerequisite: MDL 105.
Laboratory 40 hours per week for three weeks.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 190] MDL 210 -
Immunology and Serology 3 cr.
Teaches principles of basic immunology physiology of the immune system diseases involving the immune system and serologic procedures.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MDL 101.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 210] MDL 216 -
Blood Banking 3 cr.
Teaches fundamentals of blood grouping and typing compatibility testing antibody screening component preparation donor selection and transfusion reactions and investigation.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MDL 210.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 216] MDL 225 -
Clinical Hematology II 3 cr.
Teaches advanced study of blood to include coagulation abnormal blood formation and changes seen in various diseases.
Prerequisite: MDL 125.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 225] MDL 243 -
Introduction to Clinical Molecular Diagnostics 3 cr.
Teaches advanced study of blood to include coagulation abnormal blood formation and changes seen in various diseases.
Prerequisite: MDL 125.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 243] MDL 251 -
Clinical Microbiology I 3 cr.
Teaches handling isolation and identification of pathogenic microorganisms. Emphasizes clinical techniques of bacteriology and mycology. Part I of II.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MDL 101.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 4 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 251] MDL 252 -
Clinical Microbiology II 3 cr.
Teaches handling isolation and identification of pathogenic microorganisms. Emphasizes clinical techniques of bacteriology mycology parasitology and virology. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: MDL 251 (or BIO 205).
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 252] MDL 261 -
Clinical Chemistry and Instrumentation I 4 cr.
Introduces methods of performing biochemical analysis of clinical specimens. Teaches instrumentation involved in a clinical chemistry laboratory quality control and the ability to recognize technical problems. Part I of II.
Prerequisites or Co-requisites: MDL 100 and CHM 101 or CHM 111.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 261] MDL 281 -
Clinical Correlations 1 cr.
Teaches students to apply knowledge gained in courses offered in the MDL curriculum using primarily a case history form of presentation. Emphasizes critical-thinking skills in the practice of laboratory medicine. To be taken in final semester while students are in clinical rotations.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 281] MDL 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in a hospital blood bank. Includes skill development and evaluation of typing and cross-matching technique for transfusion analyzing data and formulating reports performing and analyzing quality control measures and troubleshooting test parameters.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the first four semesters of the MDL curriculum and program permission to enroll in this course.
Co-requisite: MDL 281.
Laboratory 40 hours per week for three weeks.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 290] MDL 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Clinical Chemistry 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in a clinical chemistry laboratory. Includes skill development and evaluation of chemical analysis technique for blood and other body fluids analyzing data and formulating reports performing and analyzing quality control measures and troubleshooting test parameters.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the first four semesters of the MDL curriculum and program permission to enroll in this course.
Co-requisite: MDL 281.
Laboratory 40 hours per week for three weeks.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 290] MDL 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Hematology 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in a clinical hematology laboratory. Includes skill development and evaluation of techniques for automated cell counting manual differential counting assessing blood cells in health and disease analyzing data and formulating reports performing and analyzing quality control measures and troubleshooting test parameters.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the first four semesters of the MDL curriculum and program permission to enroll in this course.
Co-requisite: MDL 281.
Laboratory 40 hours per week for three weeks.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 290] MDL 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Microbiology 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training in a clinical microbiology laboratory. Includes skill development and evaluation of culture and sensitivity technique for various patient specimens identification of numerous pathogens analyzing data and formulating reports performing and analyzing quality control measures and troubleshooting test parameters.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the first four semesters of the MDL curriculum and program permission to enroll in this course.
Co-requisite: MDL 281.
Laboratory 40 hours per week for three weeks.
[view & print course content summary for MDL 290] MDL 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Urinalysis, Serology, and Coagulation 1 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in conjunction with another rotation at the discretion of the clinical site. Includes skill development and evaluation of techniques performing urinalysis conducting serological assays conducting hemostasis studies analyzing data and formulating reports performing and analyzing quality control measures and troubleshooting test parameters.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the first four semesters of the MDL curriculum and program permission to enroll in this course.
Co-requisite: MDL 281.
Laboratory 40 hours per week for one week.
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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECH(MEC) [back to top]
MEC 175 -
Fundamental Shop Procedures and Internal Combustion Engine 4 cr.
Introduces the student to the practical use and care of hand and power tools shop equipment and pullers precision measuring tools service manuals and parts catalogs and safety. Includes the introduction to the design of the internal combustion engine.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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MENTAL HEALTH(MEN) [back to top]
MEN 101 -
Mental Health Skill Training I 3 cr.
Develops skills necessary to function as a mental health worker with emphasis on guided practice in counseling skills as well as improved self-awareness. Includes training in problem-solving goal-setting and implementation of appropriate strategies and evaluation techniques relating to interaction involving a variety of client needs. Part I of II.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MEN 101] MEN 102 -
Mental Health Skill Training II 3 cr.
Develops skills necessary to function as a mental health worker with emphasis on guided practice in counseling skills as well as improved self-awareness. Includes training in problem-solving goal-setting and implementation of appropriate strategies and evaluation techniques relating to interaction involving a variety of client needs. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: MEN 101.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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MARKETING(MKT) [back to top]
MKT 201 -
Introduction to Marketing 3 cr.
Introduces students to the discipline of marketing and the need to create customer value and customer relationships in the marketplace. Presents an overview of marketing principles concepts management strategies and tactics along with the analytical tools used by organizations in the creation of a marketing plan to promote ideas products and/or services to selected target groups. Also examines entrepreneurial global and e-marketing practices in todayaapos;s business environment.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 201] MKT 215 -
Sales and Marketing Management 3 cr.
Emphasizes the relationship of professional sales skills and marketing management techniques. Demonstrates the use of the Internet to enhance marketing. Studies legal and ethical considerations.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 215] MKT 216 -
Retail Organization and Management 3 cr.
Examines the organization of the retail establishment to accomplish its goals in an effective and efficient manner. Includes study of site location internal layout store operations and security. Examines the retailing mix the buying or procurement process pricing and selling. Studies retail advertising promotion and publicity as a coordinated effort to increase store traffic.
Prerequisite: An understanding of basic marketing and business activities is desirable.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 216] MKT 220 -
Principles of Advertising 3 cr.
Emphasizes the role of advertising in the marketing of goods services and ideas. Discusses the different uses of advertising; types of media; how advertising is created; agency functions; and legal social and economic aspects of the industry. Introduces advertising display copy and art work preparation printing and selection of media.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 220] MKT 227 -
Merchandise Buying and Control 3 cr.
Studies the merchandising cycle. Explores techniques used in the development of buying resources merchandising plans model stock unit control and inventory systems. Highlights merchandise selection policy pricing strategies and inventory control methods.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 227] MKT 260 -
Customer Service Management 3 cr.
Examines the role of customer service in achieving a firmaapos;s long-term goals; discusses the basic principles of effective customer service; and explores the tasks and responsibilities of a customer service manager. Includes such topics as purpose of customer service; establishment of customer service goals and policies; recruitment selection and training of customer service employees; motivation techniques; empowering employees for better decision making; and evaluation of customer service employees and program.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 260] MKT 271 -
Consumer Behavior 3 cr.
Examines the various influences affecting consumer-buying behavior before during and after product purchases. Describes personal societal cultural environmental group and economic determinants on consumer buying.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 271] MKT 282 -
Principles of eCommerce 3 cr.
Studies on-line business strategies and the hardware and software tools necessary for Internet commerce. Includes the identification of appropriate target segments the development of product opportunities pricing structures distribution channels and execution of marketing strategies.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 282] MKT 284 -
Social Media Marketing 3 cr.
Surveys the use of social networks and online communities such as blogs wikis and virtual events that allow companies to expand their interaction with customers and develop relationships with collaborative communities. Emphasizes the ongoing transformation of the way companies adjust their marketing plans to improve interaction with customers online.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 284] MKT 285 -
Current Issues in Marketing 3 cr.
Serves as a capstone course for marketing majors. Provides an integrated perspective of current issues and practices in marketing. Explores contemporary issues and practices in a highly participatory classroom environment.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 285] MKT 290 -
Coordinated Internship in Marketing 3 cr.
Supervises on-the-job training in selected business industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Provides students an opportunity to increase their knowledge of operating a retail business. Teaches the skills necessary for effective performance in supervisory and upper-level management positions in marketing occupations. Involves rotation among the various departments/functions within the retail training laboratory until the student is familiar with the operation. Combines a comprehensive introduction to store retailing with extensive on-the-job training assignments which provide the opportunity to apply the understanding of merchandising and management procedures.
Prerequisite: Minimum of any 30 credits.
Laboratory 15 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MKT 290] MKT 298 -
Seminar and Project in Marketing 3 cr.
Requires completion of a project or research report related to the studentaapos;s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. Familiarizes the student with many career opportunities in the field through classroom instruction and field exercises.
Prerequisite: Students should have completed most of the Retail Specialization before enrolling in this course.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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MATHEMATICS(MTH) [back to top]
MTH 111 -
Basic Technical Mathematics 3 cr.
Provides a foundation in mathematics with emphasis in arithmetic unit conversion basic algebra geometry and trigonometry.
Prerequisites: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 111] MTH 130 -
Fundamentals of Reasoning 3 cr.
Presents elementary concepts of algebra linear graphing financial literacy descriptive statistics and measurement and geometry. Based on college programs being supported by this course colleges may opt to add additional topics such as logic or trigonometry.
Prerequisites: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 130] MTH 131 -
Technical Mathematics 3 cr.
Presents algebra through unit conversion trigonometry vectors geometry and complex numbers.
Prerequisites: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 131] MTH 133 -
Mathematics for Health Professionals 3 cr.
Presents in context the arithmetic of fractions and decimals the metric system and dimensional analysis percents ratio and proportion linear equations topics in statistics topics in geometry logarithms and topics in health professions including dosages dilutions and IV flow rates.
Prerequisites: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 133] MTH 154 -
Quantitative Reasoning 3 cr.
Presents topics in proportional reasoning modeling financial literacy and validity studies (logic and set theory). Focuses on the process of taking a real-world situation identifying the mathematical foundation needed to address the problem solving the problem and applying what is learned to the original situation.
Prerequisite: Completion of MDE 010 followed by co-enrollment in MDE 54 with MTH 154 or placement in MTH 154 or placement in co-requisites MTH 154 and MDE 54.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 154] MTH 155 -
Statistical Reasoning 3 cr.
Presents elementary statistical methods and concepts including visual data presentation descriptive statistics probability estimation hypothesis testing correlation and linear regression. Emphasis is placed on the development of statistical thinking simulation and the use of statistical software. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155 and MTH 245.
Prerequisite: Completion of MDE 010 followed by co-enrollment in MDE 55 with MTH 155 or placement in MTH 155 or placement in co-requisites MTH 155 and MDE 55.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 155] MTH 156 -
Elementary Geometry 3 cr.
Presents the fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and introduces non-Euclidean geometries and current topics.
Prerequisite: Competency in Introductory Algebra MDE 010 as demonstrated through placement or by satisfactorily completing MDE 010.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 156] MTH 161 -
Precalculus I 3 cr.
Presents topics in power polynomial rational exponential and logarithmic functions and systems of equations. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 161 and 167 or equivalent.
Prerequisite: Completion of MDE 60 followed by co-enrollment in MDE 61 with MTH 161 or placement in MTH 161 or placement in co-requisites MTH 161 and MDE 61.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 161] MTH 162 -
Precalculus II 3 cr.
Presents trigonometry trigonometric applications including Law of Sines and Cosines and an introduction to conics. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 162 and 167 or equivalent.
Prerequisite: Placement in MTH 162 or completion of MTH 161 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 162] MTH 167 -
Precalculus with Trigonometry 5 cr.
Presents topics in power polynomial rational exponential and logarithmic functions systems of equations trigonometry trigonometric applications including Law of Sines and Cosines and an introduction to conics. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 167 and 161/162 or equivalent.
Prerequisite: Placement in MTH 167.
Lecture 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 167] MTH 199 -
Supervised Study - Heron's Formula 1 cr.
Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Presents Heronaapos;s Formula.
Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 161.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 199] MTH 245 -
Statistics I 3 cr.
Presents an overview of statistics including descriptive statistics elementary probability probability distributions estimation hypothesis testing correlation and linear regression. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155 - Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245 - Statistics I or equivalent.
Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 154 or MTH 161 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 245] MTH 246 -
Statistics II 3 cr.
Continues the study of estimation and hypothesis testing with emphasis on advanced regression topics experimental design analysis of variance chi-square tests and non-parametric methods. Focuses on multivariate and nonparametric techniques useful to business science and social science majors.
Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 245 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 246] MTH 261 -
Applied Calculus I 3 cr.
Introduces limits continuity differentiation and integration of algebraic exponential and logarithmic functions and techniques of integration with an emphasis on applications in business social sciences and life sciences.
Prerequisite: Placement into MTH 261 or completion of MTH 161 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 261] MTH 262 -
Applied Calculus II 3 cr.
Covers techniques of integration and an introduction to differential equations and multivariable calculus with an emphasis throughout on applications in business social sciences and life sciences.
Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 261 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 262] MTH 263 -
Calculus I 4 cr.
Presents concepts of limits derivatives differentiation of various types of functions and use of differentiation rules application of differentiation antiderivatives and integrals.
Prerequisite: Placement into MTH 263 or completion of MTH 167 or MTH 161/162 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 263] MTH 264 -
Calculus II 4 cr.
Prepares students for further study in calculus with analytic geometry by providing them with the necessary competencies in finding limits differentiation and integration. Continues the study of calculus of algebraic and transcendental functions including rectangular polar and parametric graphing indefinite and definite integrals methods of integration and power series along with applications. Designed for mathematical physical and engineering science programs.
Prerequisite: Placement in MTH 264 or completion of MTH 263 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 264] MTH 265 -
Calculus III 4 cr.
Prepares students for further study in calculus. Focuses on extending the concepts of function limit continuity derivative integral and vector from the plane to the three dimensional space. Topics include vector functions multivariate functions partial derivatives multiple integrals and an introduction to vector calculus. Designed for mathematical physical and engineering science programs.
Prerequisite: Placement in MTH 265 or completion of MTH 264 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 265] MTH 266 -
Linear Algebra 3 cr.
Covers matrices vector spaces determinants solutions of systems of linear equations basis and dimension eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Designed for mathematical physical and engineering science programs.
Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 263 or equivalent with a grade of B or better, or MTH 264 or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 266] MTH 267 -
Differential Equations 3 cr.
Introduces ordinary differential equations. Includes first order differential equations second and higher order ordinary differential equations with applications and numerical methods.
Prerequisite: Completion of MTH 264 with a grade of C or better.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 267] MTH 288 -
Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.
Presents topics in sets counting graphs logic proofs functions relations mathematical induction Boolean Algebra and recurrence relations.
Prerequisites: MTH 161 or MTH 166 or MTH 167.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MTH 288]
MUSIC(MUS) [back to top]
MUS 121 -
Music in Society 3 cr.
Explores the language of music through an introduction to basic elements forms and styles across time. Acquaints students with composersaapos; lives and influential creative individualities discovering representative works and milestones in western society. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically. Reviews historical development and significance of art music within the context of evolving societal structures.
Lecture 3 hours. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for MUS 121] MUS 221 -
History of Music I 3 cr.
Presents the chronology of musical styles from antiquity to the present time. Relates the historical development of music to parallel movements in art drama and literature. Develops techniques for listening analytically and critically to music.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for MUS 221] MUS 225 -
The History of Jazz 3 cr. [view & print course content summary for MUS 225]
NATURAL SCIENCE(NAS) [back to top]
NAS 2 -
Foundations of Life Sciences 3 cr.
Presents elementary biological and chemical principles for allied health students whose high school preparation is deficient in the biological sciences.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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NURSING - NSG(NSG) [back to top]
NSG 100 -
Introduction to Nursing Concepts 4 cr.
Introduces concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. Focuses on basic nursing concepts with an emphasis on safe nursing practice and the development of the nursing process. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 141 or BIO 231; ENG 111, PSY 230, SDV 101, current CPR certification by American Heart Association, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
Co-requisites: BIO 142, NSG 106, and NSG 200.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 100] NSG 106 -
Competencies for Nursing Practice 2 cr.
Focuses on the application of concepts through clinical skill development. Emphasizes the use of clinical judgment in skill acquisition. Includes principles of safety evidence-based practice informatics and math computational skills. Prepares students to demonstrate competency in specific skills and drug dosage calculation including the integration of skills in the care of clients in simulated settings. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 141 or BIO 231, ENG 111, PSY 230, SDV 101, CPR - American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
Co-requisites: NSG 100 and NSG 200.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 106] NSG 130 -
Professional Nursing Concepts 1 cr.
Introduces the role of the professional nurse and fundamental concepts in professional development. Focuses on professional identity legal/ethical issues and contemporary trends in professional nursing.
Prerequisites: BIO 141 or BIO 231; ENG 111, PSY 230, SDV 101, current CPR certification by American Heart Association, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 130] NSG 152 -
Health Care Participant 3 cr.
Focuses on the health and wellness of diverse individuals families and the community throughout the lifespan. Covers concepts that focus on client attributes and preferences regarding healthcare. Emphasizes population-focused care. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or cooperating agencies and/or simulated environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 142 or BIO 232; NSG 100, NSG 106, NSG 130 and NSG 200.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 152] NSG 170 -
Health/Illness Concepts 6 cr.
Focuses on the nursing care of individuals and/or families throughout the lifespan with an emphasis on health and illness concepts. Includes concepts of nursing care for the antepartum client and clients with common and predictable illnesses. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 142 or BIO 232; NSG 100, NSG 106, NSG 130, and NSG 200.
Lecture 4 hours.
Laboratory 6 hours.
Total 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 170] NSG 200 -
Health Promotion and Assessment 3 cr.
Introduces assessment and health promotion for the individual and family. Includes assessment of infants children adults geriatric clients and pregnant females. Emphasizes health history and the acquisition of physical assessment skills with underlying concepts of development communication and health promotion. Prepares students to demonstrate competency in the assessment of clients across the lifespan. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments.
Prerequisites: BIO 141 or BIO 231; ENG 111, PSY 230, SDV 101.
Co-requisites: NSG 100, NSG 106.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 200] NSG 210 -
Health Care Concepts I 5 cr.
Focuses on care of clients across the lifespan in multiple settings including concepts related to physiological health alterations and reproduction. Emphasizes the nursing process in the development of clinical judgment for clients with multiple needs. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments. Part I of II.
Prerequisites: BIO 150 or BIO 205, NSG 152, and NSG 170.
Laboratory 6 hours.
Total 9 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 210] NSG 211 -
Health Care Concepts II 5 cr.
Focuses on care of clients across the lifespan in multiple settings including concepts related to psychological and physiological health alterations. Emphasizes the nursing process in the development of clinical judgment for clients with multiple needs. Provides supervised learning experiences in college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments. Part II of II.
Prerequisites: BIO 150 or BIO 205, NSG 152, and NSG 170.
Laboratory 6 hours.
Total 9 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 211] NSG 230 -
Advanced Professional Nursing Concepts 2 cr.
Develops the role of the professional nurse in the health care environment in preparation for practice as a registered nurse. Introduces leadership and management concepts and focuses on the integration of professional behaviors in a variety of health care settings.
Prerequisites: NSG 210 and NSG 211.
Lecture 2 hours.
Total 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 230] NSG 252 -
Complex Health Care Concepts 4 cr.
Focuses on nursing care of diverse individuals and families integrating complex health concepts. Emphasizes clinical judgment patient-centered care and collaboration.
Prerequisites: NSG 210 and NSG 211.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for NSG 252] NSG 270 -
Nursing Capstone 4 cr.
Provides students with the opportunity to comprehensively apply and integrate learned concepts from previous nursing courses into a capstone experience. Emphasizes the mastery of patient-centered care safety nursing judgment professional behaviors informatics quality improvement and collaboration in the achievement of optimal outcomes of care. Provides supervised learning experiences in faculty and/or preceptor-guided college nursing laboratories clinical/community settings and/or simulated environments.
Prerequisites: NSG 210 and NSG 211.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
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OPTICIANRY(OPT) [back to top]
OPT 105 -
Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology of the Eye 3 cr.
Considers the fundamentals of various body systems and principles of human physiology; methods of drug delivery including the advantages and disadvantages of drops ointments and sustained release systems; systemic use of medications; basic characteristics of common external and internal diseases of the eye; and ocular emergencies.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 105] OPT 121 -
Optical Theory I 3 cr.
Introduces theory and application of ophthalmic lenses. Presents history basic manufacturing and quality standards of ophthalmic lenses propagation of light refraction and dioptric measurements true power surface power nominal lens formula. Explains lens makers equation boxing system spherical lens design fundamental aspects of cylindrical lenses sphero-cylinder lens design and flat and toric transposition.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 121] OPT 122 -
Optical Theory II 3 cr.
Explores the development of multifocal lenses application of multifocal lenses survey of current ophthalmic lens the properties of spherocylinder lenses and an in-depth analysis of the optics of ophthalmic prisms which includes prism notation vertical imbalance and anisometropia.
Prerequisite: OPT 121 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 122] OPT 150 -
Optical Laboratory Theory I 3 cr.
Introduces the student to the terminology instruments lens frames and materials used in the surfacing and finishing of optical prescription eyewear. Focuses on the lensometry and fabrication of single vision eyewear and presents personal and environmental safety issues.
Co-requisite: OPT 152.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 150] OPT 151 -
Optical Laboratory Theory II 3 cr.
Covers making eyeglasses with advanced prescriptions and frames. Includes verification and neutralization techniques for single vision lens and bifocals frame repair accomplishing prescribed prism by decentration verification and neutralization semi-rimless glasses and multifocal glasses.
Prerequisite: OPT 150 and OPT 152 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: OPT 153.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 151] OPT 152 -
Optical Laboratory Clinical I 3 cr.
Provides the clinical component of OPT 150. Provides students the opportunity to learn clinical skills in fundamental optical laboratory tasks at the entry level under the direction and supervision of a preceptor. Emphasizes accuracy and attaining skills that meet acceptable professional standards.
Co-requisite: OPT 150.
Laboratory 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 152] OPT 153 -
Optical Laboratory Clinical II 3 cr.
Provides the clinical component of OPT 151. Presents students with an opportunity to learn clinical skills for optical laboratory tasks at the advanced level under the direction and supervision of a preceptor. Emphasizes accuracy and the attainment of skills that meet acceptable professional standards.
Prerequisites: OPT 150 and OPT 152 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: OPT 151.
Laboratory 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 153] OPT 154 -
Optical Business Management 3 cr.
Covers basic management and leadership skills necessary for a successful eye care office. Teaches the analysis creative thinking judgment planning strategy and implementation skills necessary for todayaapos;s optical business challenges.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 154] OPT 160 -
Optical Dispensing Theory I 3 cr.
Introduces the student to the skills necessary for becoming a dispensing optician. Includes the history of the profession patient/client measurements frame and lens materials frame and lens selection prescription analysis and adjustment techniques.
Prerequisite: OPT 121 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: OPT 165.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 160] OPT 165 -
Optical Dispensing Clinical I 2 cr.
Provides the student with an opportunity to develop the skills necessary for becoming a dispensing optician. Covers patient/client measurements frame and lens materials frame and lens selection prescription analysis and adjustment techniques. Serves as the clinical component of OPT 160.
Prerequisite: OPT 121 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: OPT 160.
Laboratory 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 165] OPT 260 -
Optical Dispensing Theory II 3 cr.
Focuses on the development and refinement of the skills necessary for student to become a licensed dispensing optician including patient/client measurements presbyopic options frame and lens materials absorptive lenses frame and lens selection safety and sports eyewear prescription analysis to include considerations for spectacle magnification and tilt low vision aids and adjustment techniques.
Prerequisites: OPT 160 and OPT 165 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: OPT 271.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 260] OPT 271 -
Optical Dispensing Clinical II 3 cr.
Focuses on the development and refinement of the skills necessary for students to become a licensed dispensing opticians including patient/client measurements frame and lens materials frame and lens selection prescription analysis and adjustment techniques. Serves as the clinical component of OPT 260.
Prerequisites: OPT 160 and OPT 165 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: OPT 260.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 271] OPT 272 -
Optical Dispensing Clinical III 3 cr.
Focuses on the development and refinement of the skills necessary for students to become a licensed dispensing optician including patient/client measurements frame and lens materials frame and lens selection prescription analysis and adjustment techniques.
Prerequisite: OPT 271.
Laboratory 12 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 272] OPT 273 -
Contact Lens I 3 cr.
Introduces basic concepts and techniques of contact lens fitting design materials and nomenclature. Covers contact lens insertion and removal techniques and basic slit lamp and keratometry skills.
Prerequisites: OPT 105 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 273] OPT 274 -
Contact Lens II 3 cr.
Explores soft spherical and gas permeable contact lens fitting philosophies tolerances and designs. Develops the studentaapos;s patient evaluation skills patient training skills and skills for evaluating the fit and verification of contact lenses.
Prerequisite: OPT 273 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for OPT 274] OPT 280 -
Contact Lens III 3 cr.
Promotes the development of clinical skills in fundamental contact lens tasks at the entry level under the direction and supervision of a preceptor. Emphasizes professional standards.
Prerequisite: OPT 274 or equivalent.
Laboratory 6 hours per week.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION & RECREATION(PED) [back to top]
PED 109 -
Yoga 2 cr.
Focuses on the forms of yoga training emphasizing flexibility.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PED 109] PED 109 -
Yoga I 1 cr.
Focuses on the forms of yoga training emphasizing flexibility. Part I of II.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PED 109] PED 111 -
Weight Training I 2 cr.
Focuses on muscular strength and endurance training through individualized workout programs. Teaches appropriate use of weight training equipment. Part I of II.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours.
Total 3 hour per week.
[view & print course content summary for PED 111 - 2cr] PED 111 -
Weight Training I 1 cr.
Focuses on muscular strength and endurance training through individualized workout programs. Teaches appropriate use of weight training equipment. Part I of II.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PED 111 - 1cr] PED 117 -
Fitness Walking 1 cr.
Teaches content and skills needed to design implement and evaluate an individualized program of walking based upon fitness level.
Laboratory 2 hours per week.
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PHILOSOPHY(PHI) [back to top]
PHI 100 -
Introduction to Philosophy I 3 cr.
Presents an introduction to philosophical problems and perspectives with emphasis on the systematic questioning of basic assumptions about meaning knowledge reality and values. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11. Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PHI 100] PHI 111 - Logic I 3 cr.
Introduces inductive and deductive reasoning with an emphasis on common errors and fallacies.
Prerequisites: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PHI 111] PHI 220 -
Ethics 3 cr.
Provides a systematic study of representative ethical systems.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PHI 220]
PHYSICS(PHY) [back to top]
PHY 201 -
General College Physics I 4 cr.
Teaches fundamental principles of physics on an algebra/ geometry/trig math level. Covers mechanics fluids and thermodynamics. Students should consult the requirements of their individual program and transfer school to determine the correct course and the transferability of course to senior institution. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: MTH 167 or MTH 161 and 162.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PHY 201] PHY 202 -
General College Physics II 4 cr.
Teaches fundamental principles of physics on an algebra/geometry/trig math level. Covers wave phenomena optics electricity and magnetism an introduction to relativity nuclear physics and selected topics in modern physics. Students should consult the requirements of their individual program and transfer school to determine the correct course and the transferability of course to senior institution. Part II of II.
Prerequisite: PHY 201 with a C or better.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PHY 202] PHY 241 -
University Physics I 4 cr.
Teaches principles of classical and modern physics on calculus math level. Covers mechanics and heat. Students should consult the requirements of their individual program and transfer school to determine the correct course and the transferability of course to senior institution. Part I of II.
Prerequisite: MTH 263.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PHY 241] PHY 242 -
University Physics II 4 cr.
Teaches principles of classical and modern physics on calculus math level. Covers wave phenomena optics electricity and magnetism an introduction to relativity and nuclear physics. Students should consult the requirements of their individual program and transfer school to determine the correct course and the transferability of course to senior institution. Part II of II.
Prerequisites: PHY 241 with a C or better.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE(PLS) [back to top]
PLS 135 -
U.S. Government and Politics 3 cr.
Teaches the political structure processes institutions and policymaking of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government their interrelationships and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policymaking. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. 3 credits.
[view & print course content summary for PLS 135] PLS 136 -
State and Local Government and Politics 3 cr.
Teaches structure powers and functions of state and local government in the United States as related to federalism; constitutionalism; elections; powers of legislative executive and judicial powers of state and local government; state-local-federal relations; fiscal matters; metropolitan issues; and policy issues like health education criminal justice and welfare. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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PRACTICAL NURSING(PNE) [back to top]
PNE 143 -
Applied Nursing Skills 1 cr.
Applies principles and procedures essential to the basic nursing care of patients. Involves campus and/or clinical lab hours in a geriatric setting.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing Program, SDV 100 or SDV 101, ENG 111, PSY 230, BIO 141, and ITE 115.
Co-Requisites: BIO 142, PNG 110, and PNG 115.
Laboratory 3 hours. Contact 3 hours per week.
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PRACTICAL NURSING(PNG) [back to top]
PNG 110 -
Patient-Centered Concepts 2 cr.
Provides an overview of the general concepts to implement patient-centered care at the beginning level. Introduces concepts of communication collaboration health care law ethics nursing process lifespan development culture safety coping stress mobility and lifelong learning with a specific focus on the role of the practical nurse.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing program. Completion of SDV 100 or 101, ENG 111, PSY 230, and BIO 141 with grades of C or above. Completion of all program-specific paperwork (e.g., background and drug screening, evidence of active American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Professionals, Assumption of Risk form, health forms, proof of immunity, negative TB).
Co-requisites: PNG 115 and BIO 142.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 110] PNG 115 -
Patient-Centered Concepts Clinical 2 cr.
Provides students an opportunity to implement classroom learning in a structured health care setting. Focuses on using the nursing process to plan and implement safe evidence-based patient-centered care.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Practical Nursing program; SDV 100 or 101, ENG 111, PSY 230, and BIO 141 with grades of C or above; completion of all program-specific paperwork (e.g., background and drug screening, evidence of active American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Professionals, Assumption of Risk form, health forms, proof of immunity, negative TB).
Co-requisites: PNG 110 and BIO 142.
Laboratory 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 115] PNG 120 -
Patient-Centered Care I 3 cr.
Provides an overview of the general concepts to implement with a more diverse patient-centered population with an increase in scope of care needs. Introduces concepts of anxiety nutrition elimination infection gas exchange pain sexuality and reproduction with specific focus on the role of the practical nurse. Provides an overview of the general concepts to implement with a more diverse patient-centered population with an increase in scope of care needs.
Prerequisites: PNG 110 and PNG 115.
Co-requisites: PNG 125 and BIO 142.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 120] PNG 125 -
Patient-Centered Care I Clinical 2 cr.
Provides students with the opportunity to implement classroom learning in a structured clinical setting that includes maternal-child health care and adult and geriatric populations. Includes care of the child-rearing family with an emphasis on health promotion and reduction of risk. Focuses on using the nursing process to plan and implement safe evidence-based patient-centered care.
Prerequisites: PNG 110 and PNG 115.
Co-requisites: PNG 120 and BIO 142.
Laboratory 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 125] PNG 210 -
Patient-Centered Care II 4 cr.
Provides an overview of identified general concepts to implement patient-centered care. Introduces concepts of glucose regulation fluid and electrolyte balance perfusion sensory perception thermo-regulation tissue integrity and patient education. Expands knowledge of gas exchange and mobility. Focuses on the role of the practical nurse in health promotion and maintenance. Provides an opportunity for students in the lab to learn the skills needed to provide quality evidence-based care in the clinical setting.
Prerequisites: PNG 120, PNG 125, and BIO 142; evidence of current health and immunity status; negative TB results repeated annually; current certification of American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals; and current compliance with all program documentation requirements.
Co-requisite: PNG 215.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 210] PNG 215 -
Patient-Centered Care II Clinical 2 cr.
Provides the student an opportunity to implement classroom learning in a structured rehabilitation or other in-patient setting. Incorporates technical skills learned for the care of complex patients. Focuses on using the nursing process to plan and implement safe evidence-based patient-centered care.
Prerequisites: PNG 120 and PNG 125; maintenance of all program document expectations, inclusive of CPR, health, and background requirements.
Co-requisite: PNG 210.
Laboratory 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 215] PNG 220 -
Patient-Centered Care III 4 cr.
Provides an overview of the identified general concepts to implement patient-centered care. Introduces concepts of intracranial regulation clotting cellular regulation cognition mood and affect psychosis and care coordination. Expands knowledge of perfusion gas exchange pain and lifelong learning. Focuses on the role of the practical nurse in health promotion and maintenance.
Prerequisites: PNG 210 and PNG 215.
Co-requisite: PNG 225.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PNG 220] PNG 225 -
Patient-Centered Care III Clinical 3 cr.
Provides students with the opportunity to implement classroom learning in structured health care settings. Focuses on using the nursing process to plan and implement safe evidence-based patient-centered care. Provides the student an opportunity to implement care coordination and manage resources to support patient care.
Prerequisites: PNG 210 and PNG 215.
Co-requisite: PNG 220.
Laboratory 9 hours per week.
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PSYCHOLOGY(PSY) [back to top]
PSY 200 -
Principles of Psychology 3 cr.
Surveys the basic concepts of psychology. Covers the scientific study of behavior and mental processes research methods biological bases of behavior sensation and perception developmental psychology learning memory thinking intelligence personality social psychology and psychological disorders and treatment. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for PSY 200] PSY 215 -
Abnormal Psychology 3 cr.
Explores historical views and current perspectives of abnormal behavior. Emphasizes major diagnostic categories and criteria individual and social factors of maladaptive behavior and types of therapy. Includes methods of clinical assessment and research strategies.
Prerequisite: PSY 200, 201, or 202. Placement in ENG 111 or placement in co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PSY 215] PSY 230 -
Developmental Psychology 3 cr.
Studies the development of the individual from conception to death. Follows a life-span perspective on the development of the person�s physical cognitive and psychosocial growth.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for PSY 230] PSY 235 -
Child Psychology 3 cr.
Studies the development of the child from conception to adolescence. Investigates physical cognitive social and emotional factors involved in the child�s growth.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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RELIGION(REL) [back to top]
REL 230 -
Religions of The World 3 cr.
Introduces the religions of the world with attention to origin history and doctrine.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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RESPIRATORY THERAPY(RTH) [back to top]
RTH 102 -
Integrated Sciences for Respiratory Care II 3 cr.
Integrates the concepts of mathematics chemistry physics microbiology and computer technology as these sciences apply to the practices of respiratory care.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 102] RTH 110 -
Fundamental Theory and Procedures for Respiratory Care 3 cr.
Focuses on the development of basic respiratory care skills necessary to enter the hospital environment.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Health Science Career Studies Certificate Respiratory Therapy pathway and acceptance into pre-clinical courses.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 110] RTH 112 -
Pathology of the Cardiopulmonary System 3 cr.
Presents pathophysiology of medical and surgical diseases with emphasis upon diseases of the cardiopulmonary system.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first semester of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 112] RTH 121 -
Cardiopulmonary Science I 3 cr.
Focuses on pathophysiology assessment treatment and evaluation of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Explores cardiopulmonary and neuromuscular physiology and pathophysiology.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Health Science Career Studies Certificate Respiratory Therapy pathway and acceptance into pre-clinical courses.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 121] RTH 131 -
Respiratory Care Theory and Procedures I 4 cr.
Presents theory of equipment and procedures and related concepts used for patients requiring general acute and critical cardiopulmonary care.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first semester of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 131] RTH 132 -
Respiratory Care Theory and Procedures II 4 cr.
Presents theory of equipment and procedures and related concepts used for patients requiring general acute and critical cardiopulmonary care.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first two semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 6 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 132] RTH 135 -
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures I 2 cr.
Focuses on the purpose implementation and evaluation of equipment and procedures used in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Explores baseline personal health as it relates to the development and recognition of respiratory diseases or disorders.
Prerequisites: Completion of the Health Science Career Studies Certificate Respiratory Therapy pathway and acceptance into pre-clinical courses.
Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 135] RTH 145 -
Pharmacology for Respiratory Care I 1 cr.
Presents selection criteria for the use of and detailed information on pharmacologic agents used in pulmonary care.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Health Science Career Studies Certificate Respiratory Therapy pathway and acceptance into pre-clinical courses.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 145] RTH 190 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy NCC III 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training to enable students to work directly with patients to practice and refine skills learned in the previous semesteraapos;s classroom and laboratory classes.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first two semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 190] RTH 190 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy: NCC I 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training to enable students to work directly with patients to practice and refine skills learned in the previous semesteraapos;s classroom and laboratory classes.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first semester of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 190] RTH 190 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy: NCC II 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training to enable students to work directly with patients to practice and refine skills learned in the previous semesteraapos;s classroom and laboratory classes.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first semester of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 190] RTH 215 -
Pulmonary Rehabilitation 1 cr.
Focuses on purpose and implementation of comprehensive cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first two semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 215] RTH 222 -
Cardiopulmonary Science II 3 cr.
Focuses on assessment treatment and evaluation of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Explores cardiopulmonary renal and neuromuscular physiology and pathophysiology.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first two semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 222] RTH 223 -
Cardiopulmonary Science III 2 cr.
Continues the exploration of topics discussed in RTH 121 and RTH 222.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first three semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 223] RTH 226 -
Theory of Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care 2 cr.
Focuses on cardiopulmonary physiology and pathology of the newborn and pediatric patient.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first three semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 226] RTH 227 -
Integrated Respiratory Therapy Skills II 2 cr.
Presents intensive correlation of all major respiratory therapy subject areas reflecting the entry-level and advanced practitioner matrices. Emphasizes assessment implementation and modification of therapy to patient response.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first four semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 227] RTH 236 -
Critical Care Monitoring 3 cr.
Focuses on techniques and theory necessary for the evaluation and treatment of the critical care patient especially arterial blood gases and hemodynamic measurements. Explores physiologic effects of advanced mechanical ventilation.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first four semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 236] RTH 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy: ACC/NPCC I 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training. Introduces the student to respiratory critical care home care and diagnostic pulmonary functions. Students rotate through several critical care units (adult pediatric and neonatal) and practice and are evaluated on entry-level critical care skills. Introduces students to adult and pediatric home care and helps them learn to perform diagnostic pulmonary functions.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first three semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 290] RTH 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy: ACC/NPCC II 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training. Introduces the student to respiratory critical care home care and diagnostic pulmonary functions. Students rotate through several critical care units (adult pediatric and neonatal) and practice and are evaluated on entry-level critical care skills. Introduces students to adult and pediatric home care and helps them learn to perform diagnostic pulmonary functions.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first three semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 290] RTH 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy: ACC/NPCC III 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training. Further develops critical respiratory care clinical skills and critical-thinking skills. Students rotate through several critical care units (adult pediatric and neonatal) and practice and are evaluated on advanced-level critical care skills. Students also develop skills in hemodynamic monitoring and polysomnography.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first four semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for RTH 290] RTH 290 -
Coordinated Practice in Respiratory Therapy: ACC/NPCC IV 2 cr.
Provides supervised on-the-job training. Further develops critical respiratory care clinical skills and critical-thinking skills. Students rotate through several critical care units (adult pediatric and neonatal) and practice and are evaluated on advanced-level critical care skills.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of all curriculum courses offered during the first four semesters of the AAS degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Laboratory 10 hours per week.
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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT(SDV) [back to top]
SDV 100 -
College Success Skills 1 cr.
Assists students in transition to college. Provides overviews of college policies procedures and curricular offerings. Encourages contacts with other students and staff. Assists students toward college success through information regarding effective study habits career and academic planning and other college resources available to students. Strongly recommended for beginning students. Required for graduation.
[view & print course content summary for SDV 100] SDV 101 -
Orientation to American Sign Language and Interpreter Education 2 cr.
Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals to services offered at the college and to American Sign Language and interpreter education. Covers topics such as the following: services at the college the library; counseling and advising; listening test taking and study skills; learning styles; career and personal development; and topical areas which are applicable to American Sign Language and interpreter education. Explores the existence of the Deaf people who as a community share history literature customs and culture.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SDV 101 - Orientation to American Sign Language and Interpreter Education] SDV 101 -
Orientation to Automotive Careers (Bridge) 1 cr.
Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals to services offered at the college and to the discipline in which they are enrolled. Covers topics such as services at the college including the learning resources center; counseling and advising; listening test taking and study skills; and topical areas which are applicable to their particular discipline. Introduces basic skills and knowledge necessary for success in the automotive program courses. Topics include college information technology systems access and use written communication computational processes automotive shop safety and entry level soft skills required in the automotive industry. This course provides foundational information students will utilize in subsequent program offerings.
[view & print course content summary for SDV 101 - Orientation to Automotive Careers (Bridge)] SDV 101 -
Orientation to Culinary and Pastry Arts 1 cr.
Assists students in transition to college and the culinary and pastry arts programs. Provides overviews of college policies procedures and curricular offerings. Encourages contacts with other students and staff. Assists students toward college success through information on effective study habits career and academic planning and other college resources available to students. Assists students with learning basic culinary and pastry arts concepts introductory skillsets and current trends. Students needing to complete developmental studies courses in English or mathematics may take those courses concurrently with SDV 101 if approved by the program head.
[view & print course content summary for SDV 101 - Orientation to Culinary and Pastry Arts] SDV 101 -
Orientation to Health Science 1 cr.
Introduces students to the skills that are necessary to achieve their academic goals to services offered at the college and to the health science program. Covers topics such as services at the college including the library; counseling and advising; listening test taking and study skills; and career opportunities in the health science field. Emphasizes study skills and strategies specific to students in health science. Introduces students to the programs and career opportunities available in the health science field. Meets SDV requirements for graduation.
[view & print course content summary for SDV 101 - Orientation to Health Science] SDV 101 -
Orientation to STEM Disciplines 1 cr.
Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals to services offered at the college and to STEM disciplines (science technology/computer science engineering and mathematics). Covers topics such as the following: services and resources at the college; the library; counseling and advising; listening test taking and study skills; learning styles; career and personal development; and topical areas which are applicable to the STEM disciplines.
[view & print course content summary for SDV 101 - Orientation to STEM Disciplines] SDV 101 -
Orientation to Teacher Preparation 1 cr.
Introduces students to the skills which are necessary to achieve their academic goals to services offered at the college and to teacher preparation. Covers topics such as the following: services and resources at the college; the library; counseling and advising; listening test taking and study skills; learning styles; career and personal development; and topical areas which are applicable to teacher preparation. Provides students an opportunity to conduct classroom observations.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
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SOCIOLOGY(SOC) [back to top]
SOC 200 -
Principles of Sociology 3 cr.
Introduces fundamentals of social life. Presents significant research and theory in areas such as culture social structure socialization deviance social stratification and social institutions.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SOC 200] SOC 211 -
Cultural Anthropology 3 cr.
Examines the origins development research diversification and evolution of human cultures. Includes exposure to the variability of both Western and Non-Western aspects of culture. Provides an introduction to the nature of culture and its relationship to various social institutions and societies. This is a Passport Transfer course.
Total 3 hours per week. 3 credits
[view & print course content summary for SOC 211] SOC 215 -
Sociology of the Family 3 cr.
Studies topics such as marriage and family in social and cultural context. Addresses the single scene dating and marriage styles child rearing husband and wife interaction single parent families and alternative lifestyles.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SOC 215] SOC 268 -
Social Problems 3 cr.
Applies sociological concepts and methods to analysis of current social problems. Includes delinquency and crime mental illness drug addiction alcoholism sexual behavior population crisis race relations family and community disorganization poverty automation wars and disarmament.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENG 111 or placement in Co-requisites ENG 111 and EDE 11.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
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SPANISH(SPA) [back to top]
SPA 101 -
Beginning Spanish I 4 cr.
Introduces understanding speaking reading and writing skills and emphasizes basic Spanish sentence structure. Incorporates exposure to the arts culture and literature of the areas of the world where Spanish is spoken. Part I of II. May include an additional hour of oral drill and practice per week.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SPA 101] SPA 102 -
Beginning Spanish II 4 cr.
Introduces understanding speaking reading and writing skills and emphasizes basic Spanish sentence structure. Incorporates exposure to the arts culture and literature of the areas of the world where Spanish is spoken. Part II of II. May include an additional hour of oral drill and practice per week.
Prerequisite: SPA 101 or its equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SPA 102] SPA 107 -
Spanish Communication for the Hospitality Industry 1 cr.
Introduces students to spoken and printed Spanish commonly used and/or experienced in the hospitality industry including vocabulary colloquialisms and other concepts typical in the hospitality setting. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
[view & print course content summary for SPA 107] SPA 201 -
Intermediate Spanish 3 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. Part I of II. May include an additional hour of oral drill and practice per week.
Prerequisite: SPA 102 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SPA 201 - 3cr] SPA 202 -
Intermediate Spanish 3 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. Part II of II. May include an additional hour of oral drill and practice per week.
Prerequisite: SPA 201 or equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SPA 202] SPA 202 -
Intermediate Spanish 4 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. Part II of II. May include an additional hour of oral drill and practice per week.
Prerequisite: SPA 201 or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for SPA 202] SPA 295 -
Intermediate Spanish Culture and History 4 cr.
Continues to develop understanding speaking reading and writing skills. Part II of II. May include an additional hour of oral drill and practice per week.
Prerequisite: SPA 201 or equivalent.
Lecture 4 hours per week.
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WELDING(WEL) [back to top]
WEL 120 -
Introduction to Welding 2 cr.
Introduces history of welding processes. Covers types of equipment and assembly of units. Stresses welding procedures such as fusion non-fusion and cutting oxyacetylene. Introduces arc welding and plasma arc cutting. Emphasizes procedures in the use of tools and equipment.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 120] WEL 124 -
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Advanced) 3 cr.
Continues instruction on operation of AC and DC power sources welding polarities heats and electrodes for use in joining various metal alloys by the arc welding process. Deals with running beads butt and fillet welds in all positions. Emphasizes safety procedures.
Prerequisite: WEL 120 or instructor's approval.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 124] WEL 126 -
Pipe Welding I 3 cr.
Teaches metal arc welding processes including the welding of pressure piping in the horizontal vertical and horizontal-fixed positions in accordance with Section IX of the ASME Code.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 126] WEL 141 -
Welder Qualification Tests I 3 cr.
Studies techniques and practices of testing welded joints through destructive and nondestructive testing.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 141] WEL 145 -
Welding Metallurgy 3 cr.
Studies steel classifications heat-treatment procedures and properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Discusses techniques and practices of testing welded joints and destructive/nondestructive visual magnetic and fluorescent testing.
Lecture 3 hours per week.
Laboratory 1 hour per week.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 145] WEL 150 -
Welding Drawing and Interpretation 2 cr.
Teaches fundamentals required for successful drafting as applied to the welding industry. Includes blueprint reading geometric principles of drafting and freehand sketching basic principles of orthographic projection preparation of drawings and interpretation of symbols.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 150] WEL 153 -
Layout and Fitting for Welders 3 cr.
Covers the application of formulas and calculations to the proper layout and fitting of metals in welding projects. Emphasizes the use of jigs fixtures and hand tools in metal fabrication and assembly along with fabrication and safety procedures for hands-on and workplace projects.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 153] WEL 155 -
Ornamental Welding 2 cr.
Introduces students to basic equipment safety and processes useful in the fabrication of welded ornamental objects.
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 4 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 155] WEL 160 -
Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG and FCAW) 3 cr.
Introduces semi-automatic welding processes with emphasis on practical application. Includes the study of filler wires fluxes and gases. Introduces practical operations in the use of gas metal arc welding and equipment. Studies equipment operation setup safety and practice of semi-automatic welding processes.
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
[view & print course content summary for WEL 160] WEL 164 -
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) 3 cr.
Introduces practical operations in the use of tungsten arc welding and equipment. Studies equipment operation setup safety and practice of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG).
Lecture 2 hours.
Laboratory 3 hours.
Total 5 hours per week.
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BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES(BLDG) [back to top]
BLDG 510013 -
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) - Introductory Craft Skills
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER CORE Curriculum certification. The NCCER CORE training course is a prerequisite to all other NCCER Level 1 craft curriculum in construction and industrial occupations. This certification-training course provides the foundational skills needed to continue education in any skilled-craft.
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BUSINESS, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND MANAGEMENT(BUSC) [back to top]
BUSC 300006 -
National Retail Certification in Customer Service & Sales
This course is designed to capture the core customer service duties for a broad range of entry-level through first-line supervisory positions across sales and service industries. This certification is industry-driven endorsed credential that help employers distinguish and recognize qualified customer service professionals and define career advancement opportunities.
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EDUCATION(EDUC) [back to top]
EDUC 660079 -
EducateVA: ESOL Praxis Subject Assessment
The EducateVA program consists of two levels. Level I is comprised of online and face-to-face instruction. Level II is the post-coursework experience. The program consists of 220-hours of instruction delivered within a 18-week format for professional studies training.
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ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY(ELEC) [back to top]
ELEC 510015 -
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) - Electrical Level 1
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER Electrical Level 1 certification. This course is intended for students interested in entering the Electrician industry. Registration in NCCER CORE or previous NCCER CORE certification is required for enrollment in NCCER Electrical Level 1.
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HEALTH SCIENCES AND SAFETY(HLTH) [back to top]
HLTH 420001 -
Medical Coding - Certified Professional Coder
This program will introduce class participants to the basic principles of coding for outpatient and physician services. This course will prepare participants to sit for the AAPC formally American Academy of Professional Coders Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam.
[view & print course content summary for ] HLTH 430004 -
Pharmacy Technician Program
This program will prepare participants to enter the pharmacy field and to pursue certification including the Pharmacy Technician Certification Boards PTCB exam. Technicians work under the supervision of a registered pharmacist in hospitals home infusion pharmacies community pharmacies and other healthcare settings.
[view & print course content summary for ] HLTH 460003 -
Certified Nurse Aide
This program will prepare the student for a career in the nursing field. Training will focus on the improvement and enhancement of quality of life for long-term care residents and introduce the growing need in long-term care. Students must have a high school diploma or GED and the ability to pass drug and criminal background screening. A TB test is also administered.
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HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING(HVAC) [back to top]
HVAC 510014 -
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) - HVAC Level 1
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is the credentialing body for the NCCER CORE Curriculum certification. This course is intended for students interested in entering the HVAC industry. There may be an additional cost for EPA 608 certification. Registration in NCCER CORE or previous NCCER CORE certification is required for enrollment in HVAC Level 1.
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MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRIAL OCCUPATIONS(MANF) [back to top]
MANF 500009 -
Manufacturing Technician Level 1 Certification
The Manufacturing Technician 1 (MT1) certification program was developed to meet the growing employment demands of the manufacturing industry. The MT1 program addresses the core industry-wide skills standards required for skilled production occupations in all sectors of manufacturing.
[view & print course content summary for ] MANF 500010 -
Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
The CLT (Certified Logistics Technician) program covers a wide range of skills necessary for success in the logistics industry. Through this program individuals will cover safety quality control supply chain management receiving storage communication and many other valuable skills.
[view & print course content summary for ] MANF 500013 -
Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
The CLA (Certified Logistics Associate) training prepares an individual for entry level logistics based positions. Upon completion of the CLA training individuals will sit for the CLA exam. The CLA program covers a wide range of skills necessary for success in the logistics industry..
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TRANSPORTATION(TRNS) [back to top]
TRNS 570010 -
VDOT: Roadway Construction and Drainage for Inspectors
The Virginia Department of Transportations (VDOT) construction inspectors ensure the safe and sound construction of the Commonwealths roadways. Those completing this program will have verified highly desirable and proficient skills as construction inspectors and will be ready to transition into vital roles at VDOT. Trainees participate in the program as full-time employees with a competitive benefits package.
[view & print course content summary for ] TRNS 650002 -
Truck Driver Training (CDL)
CCWA offers a quality 20-day Class A training program working with an industry leader in CDL training. This program assists graduates with job placement. Classes are offered Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm for four weeks. Part-time classes are also available and run Saturday and Sunday from 8am until 5pm for ten weekends.
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