2016-2017 Catalog Vol. 77 
    
    May 18, 2024  
2016-2017 Catalog Vol. 77 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


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Lecture/Lab Hours Disclaimer: Weekly lecture/lab combinations listed are reflective of 16-week course schedules (e.g. traditional fall and spring semesters). Condensed schedules (e.g. mini, summer, 8 week, and 12 week semesters) will have higher weekly lecture/lab combinations due to the shortened length of instruction.

Prerequisite: a course you must successfully complete prior to enrolling in the course for which it is listed as a prerequisite. You must receive a grade of C (2.0) or better in order for the course to satisfy a prerequisite requirement, unless otherwise specified in the course description.
Corequisite: a course you may enroll in simultaneously as the course for which it is listed as a corequisite. Co-enrolled: a course you must enroll in while simultaneously enrolled in another designated course.

NOTE: Weekly lecture/lab/external hours denoted in all course descriptions reference a standard sixteen (16) week fall or spring semester. For non-standard semesters/sessions (e.g. summer semesters, winter/spring mini-mesters, 12-week sessions, etc.), the lecture/lab/external material will be covered over a shorter period of time, resulting in more hours each week. Total contact hours will remain the same for each course regardless of the semester/session type or the teaching modality (e.g. internet, blended, face-to-face, etc.). Detailed weekly hour combinations are available in the specific course syllabus.

Courses included in the Core Curriculum are noted as a Core Curriculum Course after the course title.

Note: The second digit of a course rubric identifies the number of credit hours a student will earn upon completing the course. For example: ENGL 1301 is a 3 credit hour course, as denoted by the 2nd digit.

 

Communication

  
  • COMM 2311 Communications

    CIP Code: 90401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Fundamentals of writing news for the mass media. Includes instruction in methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering news in a professional manner. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1301  with a grade of “C” or higher. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Computer and Information Sciences

  
  • ITSC 1316 Linux Installation and Configuration

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation, basic administration, utilities and commands, upgrading,networking, security, and application installation. Emphasizes hands-on setup, administration, and management of Linux. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware

    CIP Code: 470104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Introductory. Current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration and troubleshooting. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 1407 Unix Operating System I

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Introduction to the UNIX operating system inclduing multi-user concepts, terminal emulation, use of system editor, basic UNIX commands, and writing script files. Includes introductory system management concepts. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 1416 Linux Installation and Configuration

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation, basic administration, utilities and commands, upgrading, networking, security, and application installation. Emphasizes hands-on setup, administration, and management of Linux. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 2325 Advanced Linux

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Provides instruction in Advance Open-source Linux operating system. Develops LDAP directory services to all your clients, support users remotely, installing and configuring network services. Students will install, administer, and manage advance network environment using a Linux system. Demonstrate advance skills and proficiency with Linus utilities, configurations, deploy secure networks. Integrate Linux networks with existing networks. Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1316  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 2364 Practicum

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 20
    Contact Hour Total: 336

    A team project that develops a prototype database, with a web-based interface, for a local non-profit organization. The emphasis is on practical project experiencee. The team members gather requirements from the customer, develop the prototype, and present their work to the organization for approval. The project can be a paid or unpaid learning experience. Prerequisite(s): Coordinator approval in advance of registration. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 2425 Advanced Linux

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    .Advanced. Provides instruction in Advance Open-source Linux operating system. Develops LDAP directory services to all your clients, support users remotely, installing and configuring network services. Students will install, administer, and manage advance network environment using a Linux system. Demonstrate advance skills and proficiency with Linus utilities, configurations, deploy secure networks. Integrate Linux networks with existing networks. Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1325  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSC 2437 Unix Operating System II

    CIP Code: 110101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Continued study of the UNIX operating system commands. Includes topics such CGI and scripting languages. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ITSC 1407  or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Computer Programming/Programmer

  
  • ITSE 2302 Intermediate Web Programming

    CIP Code: 110801

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Techniques for Web development. Includes server-side and client-side scripting. Prerequisite(s): ITSE 2309  or departmental approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSE 2309 Database Programming

    CIP Code: 110802

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Database development using database programming techniques emphasizing database structures, modeling, and database access. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  or departmental approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSE 2317 Java Programming

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Introduction to JAVA programming with object- orientation. Emphasis on the fundamental syntax and semantics of JAVA for applications and web applets. Corequisite(s): ITSC 1325  or Instructor Approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSE 2402 Intermediate Web Programming

    CIP Code: 110801

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Techniques for Web development. Includes server-side and client-side scripting. Prerequisite(s): ITSE 2409  or instructor approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSE 2409 Introduction To Database Programming

    CIP Code: 110802

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Database development using database programming techniques emphasizing database structures, modeling, and database access. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  or enrollment in Texas AandM University’s Technology Management Program Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Computer Science

  
  • COSC 1420 Introductory C Programming

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming in the C language. Topics include data types; control structures; functions, structures, arrays, pointers, pointer arithmetic, unions, and files; the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging programs; introduction to programming; and introduction to the historical and social context of computing. Notes: Cross-listed as BCIS 1320 and 1420. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 1430 Computer Programming

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Introduction to computer programming in various programming languages. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation, and documentation. Includes coverage of language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices, and disks/files. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 1436 Programg Fundamentals I

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming. Topics include software development methodology, data types, control structures, functions, arrays, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 1437 Programming Fundamentals II

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    This course focuses on the object-oriented programming paradigm, emphasizing the definition and use of classes along with fundamentals of object-oriented design. The course includes basic analysis of algorithms, searching and sorting techniques, and an introduction to software engineering processes. Students will apply techniques for testing and debugging software. Prerequisite(s): COSC 1436  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 2420 C++ Language (Adv. C Lang.)

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    This course covers C++ language programming and data structure design, including: operators, and functions; class constructs; method and operator overloading; class inheritance; polymorphism, stream I/O and other language elements. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 2425 Computer Organization

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    The organization of computer systems is introduced using assembly language. Topics include basic concepts of computer architecture and organization, memory hierarchy, data types, computer arithmetic, control structures, interrupt handling, instruction sets, performance metrics, and the mechanics of testing and debugging computer systems. Embedded systems and device interfacing are introduced. Prerequisite(s): COSC 1436  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • COSC 2436 Programming Fundamentals III

    CIP Code: 110201

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Further applications of programming techniques, introducing the fundamentals concepts of data structures and algorithms. Topics include recursion, fundamentals data structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees and graphs), and algorithmic analysis. Prerequisite(s): COSC 1437  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Computer Systems Networking

  
  • ITNW 1325 Fundamentals Of Networking Technologies

    CIP Code: 111002

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Introductory Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1353 Supporting Network Server Infrastructure

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Skills development in installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1354  or departmental approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1354 Implementing and Supporting Servers

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  or departmental approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1425 Fundamentals Of Networking

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model, network protocols, transmission media, and networking hardware and software. Corequisite(s): ITSC 1325  or ITMC 1419, or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1453 Supporting Network Server Infrastructure

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Intermediate. Skills development in installing, configuring, managing, and supporting a network infrastructure. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1454  or instructor approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 1454 Implementing and Supporting Servers

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Intermediate. Implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2317 Network Security

    CIP Code: 111003

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data including physical security, backup procedures, firewalls, encryption, and protection from viruses. Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1325  or instructor approval. Corequisite(s): ITSC 1407 , ITNW 2405, or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2335 Network Troubleshooting and Support

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Advanced. Troubleshoot and support networks with emphasis on solving real world problems in a hands-on environment. Topics include troubleshooting and research techniques, available resources, and network management hard/software. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325  and ITSC 1325  or instructor approval Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2350 Enterprise Network

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Advanced course. A case study in Convergence Technologies requiring a network engineer to study a problem and design a network solution for an enterprise network. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1453  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2388 Internship - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 9

    Contact Hour Total: 144

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Prerequisite(s): Program Coordinator approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2435 Troubleshooting and Support

    CIP Code: 110901

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Troubleshoot and support networks with emphsis on solving real world problems in a hands-on environment. Topics include troubleshooting and research techniques, available resources, and network management hard/software. Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in Texas AandM University’s Technology Management Program. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITNW 2459 Web Server SupprtandMaintenance

    CIP Code: 111004

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Instruction in the installation, configuration, and implementation of web servers. Prerequisite(s): Successful Completion of all other Computer Information Technology courses except ITNW 2364 or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Computer/Information Systems Security

  
  • ITSY 1342 Information Technology Security

    CIP Code: 111003

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Intermediate. Instruction in security for network hardware, software, and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses. Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1454  or instructor approval. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Criminal Justice

  
  • CRIJ 1301 Introduction To Criminal Justice

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course provides a historical and philosophical overview of the American criminal justice system, including the nature, extent, and impact of crime; criminal law; and justice agencies and processes. Must be successfully completed prior to enrollment into any 2300 level Criminal Justice course. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1306 Court Systems And Practices

    CIP Code: 220101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course is a study of the court system as it applies to the structures, procedures, practices and sources of law in American courts, using federal and Texas statutes and case law. Overview of the judiciary in the criminal justice system; structure of American court system; prosecution; right of counsel; pretrial release; grand juries; adjudication process; types and rules of evidence; sentencing. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1307 Crime In America

    CIP Code: 450401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    American crime problems in historical perspective; social and public policy factors affecting crime; impact and crime trends; social characteristics of specific crimes; prevention of crime. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1310 Fundamentals of Criminal Law

    CIP Code: 220101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course is the study of criminal law including application of definitions, statutory elements, defenses and penalties using Texas statutes, the Model Penal Code, and case law. The course also analyzes the philosophical and historical development of criminal law and criminal culpability. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 1313 Juvenile Justice System

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    A study of the juvenile justice process to include specialized juvenile law, role of the juvenile law, role of the juvenile courts, role of police agencies, role of correctional agencies, and theories concerning delinquency. Studies the information pertaining to the juvenile justice system in Texas and the United States. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2301 Community Resources in Corrections

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    An introductory study of the role of the community in corrections; community programs for adults and juveniles; administration of community programs; legal issues; future trends in community treatment. Prerequisite(s): CRIJ 1301 or CJSA 1322 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2313 Correctional Systems and Practices

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course is a survey of institutional and non-institutional corrections. Emphasis will be placed on the organization and operation of correctional systems; treatment and rehabilitation; populations served; Constitutional issues; and current and future issues. Prerequisite(s): CRIJ 1301 or CJSA 1322 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2314 Criminal Investigation

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation. Prerequisite(s): CRIJ 1301 or CJSA 1322 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2323 Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Police authority; responsibilities; constitutional constraints; laws of arrest, search, and seizure; police liability. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • CRIJ 2328 Police Systems and Practices

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course examines the establishment, role, and function of police in a democratic society. It will focus on types of police agencies and their organizational structure, police-community interaction, police ethics, and use of authority. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement

  
  • CJLE 1506 Basic Peace Officer I

    CIP Code: 430107

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 7
    Contact Hour Total: 160

    This class is an introduction to fitness and wellness, history of policing, professionalism and ethics, United States Constitution and Bill of Rights, criminal justice system, Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, civil process, and stress management. Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer II, III, and IV will satisfy the TCOLE-approved Basic Peace Officer Training Academy. This course may be offered only by institutions Licensed as a Police Academy by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE). Corequisite(s): CJLE 1512 , CJLE 1518 , and CJLE 1524 . Notes: All students must complete academy application process. Admission to Blinn College does not guarantee admission to the police academy. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1512 Basic Peace Officer II

    CIP Code: 430107

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 9
    Contact Hour Total: 176

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, III, IV, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Academy. ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.*** It covers field note-taking, report writing, “use of force” law and concepts, problem-solving, multiculturalism, professional policing approaches, patrol procedures, victims of crime, family violence, HMR, crowd management, HAZMAT, and criminal investigation. Corequisite(s): CJLE 1506 , CJLE 1518 , and CJLE 1524 . Notes: All students must complete academy application process. Admission to Blinn College does not guarantee admission to the police academy. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1518 Basic Peace Officer III

    CIP Code: 430107

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 9
    Contact Hour Total: 176

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, II, IV, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Academy. ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.*** It covers laws pertaining to controlled substances, crowd management, personal property, and crime scene investigation. Corequisite(s): CJLE 1506 , CJLE 1512 , and CJLE 1524 . Notes: All students must complete academy application process. Admission to Blinn College does not guarantee admission to the police academy. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJLE 1524 Basic Peace Officer IV

    CIP Code: 430107

    Credit Hours: 5
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 9
    Contact Hour Total: 176

    Basic preparation for a new peace officer. Should be taken in conjunction with Basic Peace Officer I, II, III, and V (supplement) to satisfy the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement approved Basic Peace Officer Training Academy. ***THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS LICENSED AS A POLICE ACADEMY BY Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. ***. It covers laws directly related to police field work. Course topics include Texas Transportation Code, intoxicated driver, Texas Penal Code, elements of crimes, Texas Family Code, Texas Alcohol Beverage Code, and civil liability. It requires the demonstration and practice of the skills of a police officer, including patrol, driving, traffic stop skills, use of force, mechanics of arrest, firearm safety, and emergency medical care. It also includes study of techniques and procedures used by police officers on patrol. It includes controlled substance identification, handling abnormal persons, traffic collision investigation, note-taking and report writing, vehicle operation, traffic direction, crowd control, and jail operations. Corequisite(s): CJLE 1506 , CJLE 1512 , and CJLE 1518 . Notes: All students must complete academy application process. Admission to Blinn College does not guarantee admission to the police academy. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

  
  • CJSA 1312 Crime In America

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    American crime problems in historical perspective; social and public policy factors affecting crime; impact and crime trends; social characteristics of specific crimes; prevention of crime. Notes: Technical Dual Credit course. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 1322 Introduction to Criminal Justice

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    History and philosophy of criminal justice and ethical considerations; crime defined and its nature and impact; overview of criminal justice system; law enforcement; court system; prosecution and defense; trial process; and corrections. Notes: This course must be successfully completed prior to enrollment into any 2000 level Criminal Justice course. Technical Dual Credit course. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 1327 Fundamentals Of Criminal Law

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    A study of the nature of criminal law; philosophical and historical development; major definitions and concepts; classification of crime; elements of crimes and penalties using Texas statutes as illustrations; and criminal responsibility. Technical Dual Credit course. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 1393 Special Topics

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Focuses on recent significant and controversial issues which affect the administration of criminal justice in our time. Emphasis will be on the latest information that affects the police, courts, and corrections. Topics vary by semester. Course may be repeated for credit when topics change. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 2334 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    A series of lectures and class participation exercises presenting selected topics currently confronting criminal justice personnel and the public they serve. A variety of contemporary topics may be covered or an extensive survey of one central theme will be analyzed. Check with the coordinator regarding the topics to be covered in any given semester. Prerequisite(s): CRIJ 1301  or CJSA 1322  or permission of the Criminal Justice Program Coordinator. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • CJSA 2388 Internship - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

    CIP Code: 430104

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 12

    Contact Hour Total: 192

    An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be paid or unpaid experience. Classroom activities include employability and personal life skills topics. Prerequisite(s): Must successfully complete 12 hours or more of criminal justice courses in either CRIJ or CJSA. Must be 20 years old or turn 20 during the semester of internship and have no criminal record, not be on academic probation, and be in good standing with Blinn College. Some exceptions to age and record will be considered. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Data Processing Technology/Technician

  
  • ITSW 1301 Introduction To Word Processing

    CIP Code: 110602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    An overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSW 1304 Introduction To Spreadsheets

    CIP Code: 110301

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Instruction in the concepts, procedures, and importance of electronic spreadsheets. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSW 1307 Introduction To Databases

    CIP Code: 110301

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Introduction to database theory and the practical applications of a database. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSW 1310 Presentation Graphics Software

    CIP Code: 110301

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Instruction in the utilization of presentation software to produce multimedia presentations. Graphics, text, sound, animation, and/or video may be used in presentation development. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • ITSW 2331 Advanced Word Processing

    CIP Code: 110602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Continuation of the study of word processing including advanced applications in merging, macros, graphics, desktop publishing, and extensive formatting for technical documents. Prerequisite(s): ITSW 1301  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

  
  • DHYG 1161 Clinical-Dntl Hygiene/Hygienis

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 1
    External Hours: 4

    Contact Hour Total: 64

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Intermediate level clinical course. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid learning experiences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327, DHYG 2201, DHYG 1319, DHYG 1339, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235 with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1207 General And Dental Nutrition

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    General nutrition and nutritional biochemistry emphasizing the effect nutrition has on oral health. Implementation of these concepts will assist the patient in attaining and maintaining optimum oral health. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327, DHYG 2201, DHYG 1319, DHYG 1339, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235 and DHYG 1161 with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 1311, DHYG 2262, DHYG 2231. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1215 Community Dentistry

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    The principles and concepts of community public health and dental health education emphasizing community assessment, educational planning, implementation, and evaluation, including methods and materials used in teaching dental health education in various community settings. Prerequisite(s): Completion of first, second, third, and fourth semester DHYG courses, all with 75% or higher. Corequisite(s): DHYG 2153  and DHYG 2363  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1219 Dental Materials

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    The physical and chemical properties of dental materials including the application and manipulation of the various materials used in dentistry. Prerequisite(s): Completion of first semester DHYG courses, all with 75% or higher Corequisite(s): DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1235 , DHYG 1339 , and DHYG 2201  Notes: Starting with Spring 2016, this course will replace DHYG 1319  for the Fall 2015 cohort and beyond Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1223 Dental Hygiene Practice

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32

    Introductory level. Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and the ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, and preparation for employment. Prerequisite(s): Completion of first semester dental hygiene curriculum, DHYG 1161 , DHYG 1207 ,DHYG 1311 , DHYG 2262  and DHYG 2231  with a 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1235 Pharmacology/Dental Hygienist

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Classification of drugs and their uses, actions, interactions, side effects, contraindications, with emphasis on dental applications. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301 , DHYG 1404 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327  with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 1311 , DHYG 2262 , DHYG 2231  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1260 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    External Hours: 12

    Contact Hour Total: 192

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Introductory level course. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid learning experiences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301 , DHYG 1404 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327  with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1319 , DHYG 1339 , DHYG 1235  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1301 Orofacial Anatomy, Histology and Embryology

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    The histology and embryology of oral tissues, gross anatomy of the head and neck, tooth morphology, and individual tooth identification. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite(s): DHYG 1304 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1304 Dental Radiology

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    Fundamentals of oral radiography, including techniques, interpretation, quality assurance, and ethics. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite(s): DHYG 1301 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1311 Periodontology

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Normal and diseased periodontium including the structural, functional, and environmental factors. Emphasis on etiology, pathology, treatment modalities, and therapeutic and preventive periodontics. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301 , DHYG 1404 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327 , DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1319 , DHYG 1339 , DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1235  and DHYG 1161  with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 1207 , DHYG 2231 , DHYG 2262 . Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1315 Community Dentistry

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    The principles and concepts of community public health and dental health education emphasizing community assessment, educational planning, implementation, and evaluation, including methods and materials used in teaching dental health education in various community settings. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301 , ARCH 1404 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327 , DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1319 , DHYG 1339 , DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1235 , DHYG 1161 , DHYG 1207 , DHYG 1311 , DHYG 2231 , and DHYG 2262  with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses. Corequisite(s): DHYG 2253 , DHYG 2363  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1319 Dental Materials

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    The physical and chemical properties of dental materials including the application and manipulation of the various materials used in dentistry. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301 , DHYG 1404 , DHYG 1431 , DHYG 1327  with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses. Corequisite(s): DHYG 2201 , DHYG 1339 , DHYG 1260 , DHYG 1235  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1327 Preventive Dental Hygiene

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    The role of the dental hygienist as a therapeutic oral health care provider with emphasis on concepts of disease management, health promotion, communication and behavior modification. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite(s): DHYG 1431, DHYG 1304, DHYG 1301 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1339 General and Oral Pathology

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Disturbances in human body development, diseases of the body, and disease prevention measures with emphasis on the oral cavity and associated structures. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327 with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): BIOL 2420, DHYG 2201, DHYG 1319, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1404 Dental Radiology

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96

    Fundamentals of oral radiography, including techniques, interpretation, quality assurance, and ethics. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite(s): DHYG 1301, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 1431 Preclinical Dental Hygiene

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 8
    Contact Hour Total: 160

    Foundational knowledge for performing clinical skills on patients with emphasis on procedures and rationale for performing dental hygiene care. Introduction to ethical principles as they apply to dental hygiene care. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Dental Hygiene Program Corequisite(s): DHYG 1301, DHYG 1304, DHYG 1327 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2153 Dental Hygiene Practice

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 32

    Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, and preparation for employment. Prerequisite(s): Completion of first, second, third, and fourth semester DHYG courses, all with 75% or higher Corequisite(s): DHYG 1215 and DHYG 2363 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2201 Contemporary Dent. Hyg. Care I

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Dental hygiene care for the medically or dentally compromised patient including supplemental instrumentation techniques. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327 with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 2201, DHYG 1339, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2231 Dental Hygiene Care II

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    A continuation of Contemporary Dental Hygiene Care I. Dental Hygiene care for medically or dentally compromised patient including advanced instrumentation techniques. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327, DHYG 2201, DHYG 1319, DHYG 1339, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235 and DHYG 1161 with a 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 1207, DHYG 1311, DHYG 2262 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2253 Dental Hygiene Practice

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32

    Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards, and ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations, and preparation for employment. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327, DHYG 2201, DHYG 1319, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235, DHYG 1161, DHYG 1207, DHYG 1311, DHYG 2231 and DHYG 2262 with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses. Corequisite(s): DHYG 1315 and DHYG 2363 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2262 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 2
    External Hours: 12

    Contact Hour Total: 192

    A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Intermediate level clinical course. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, and evaluation are the responsibility of the college faculty. External rotations are utilized for enhanced learning. These experiences are unpaid learning opportunities. Prerequisite(s): Completion of DHYG 1301, DHYG 1404, DHYG 1431, DHYG 1327, DHYG 2201, DHYG 1319, DHYG 1339, DHYG 1260, DHYG 1235 and DHYG 1161 with 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Corequisite(s): DHYG 1207, DHYG 1311, DHYG 2231 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2362 Clinical Dental Hygienist Iii

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 12

    Contact Hour Total: 192

    Intermediate level. A method of instruction providing detailed education, training, work- based experience, and direct patient/client care, generally at a clinical site. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation, and placement are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid external learning experiences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of first year dental hygiene curriculum, DHYG 1161 with a 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course
  
  • DHYG 2363 Clinical - Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

    CIP Code: 510602

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 18

    Contact Hour Total: 288

    Intermediate level. A method of instruction providing detailed education, training, work- based experience, and direct patient/client care, generally at a clinical site. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation, and placement are the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid external learning experiences. Prerequisite(s): Completion of first year dental hygiene curriculum, DHYG 1161  with a 75% or higher in all dental hygiene courses Notes: Fee required Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course

Developmental English as a Second Language

  
  • ESOL 238 Integrated Reading and Writing

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32

    ESOL 0238 is an individualized cirriculum for students whose post-course assessment or placement score demonstrates high proficiency but does not meet standards of efficiency and effectiveness for college level course work. This course will present an individualized and concentrated study of specific integrated reading and writing skills and strategies needed by identified students. This course will be delivered in a non-course format, with a significant independent study compoent. As a result, students must be able to thrive in a self-directed study environment. Students who successfully complete ESOL 0238 will be college ready in the areas remediated. Students who do not successfully complete ESOL 0238 have the option to repeat it; however, students who have taken ESOL 0238 in lieu of ESOL 326  must pass ESOL 326  with a C or better to satisfy TSI requirements for college readiness in reading. ESOL 0238 may be taken by students who have successfully completed ESOL 326  as advanced, independent study. Prerequisite(s): Students seeking placement must be college ready in reading and have a score of 4 on the essay and 360-362 on the sentence skills part of the TSIA; or college ready in writing and have a score of 350 on the reading part of the TSIA; or score 4 on the essay and 360-362 on the sentence skills part of the TSIA and score 350 on the reading part of the TSIA; or satisfy other holistic advising requirements. Notes: This course carries institutional credit but is not counted toward a degree or certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • ESOL 324 Fundamentals of Reading and Writing

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    ESOL Reading 0324 is for nonnative English speaking students to develop and refine receptive English language skills necessary to succeed in college level (or credit) courses. Listening/reading comprehension is enhanced using strategic techniques with authentic discourse. The course is designed to improve enrollees’ reading proficiency, comprehension, and vocabulary, both academic and personal. Multisensory learning experiences in whole group, small group, and individual settings serve to facilitate literacy development. Completion of ESOL 0324 with a grade of with a grade of “C” or better is the equivalent of the completion of READ 305  with a grade of “C” or better. Prerequisite(s): Nonnative English speaker and appropriate score on TSIA or alternative test or completion of READ 304  with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite(s): ESOL 335   Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • ESOL 326 Developmental Integrated Reading

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Not counted toward a degree or certificate. ESOL 0326 is a combined lecture/lab, performance-based course designed to develop students’ critical reading and academic writing skills. The focus of the course will be on applying critical reading skills for organizing, analyzing, and retaining material and developing written work appropriate to the audience, purpose, situation, and length of the assignment. The course integrates preparation in basic academic reading skills with basic skills in writing a variety of academic essays. Prerequisite(s): Non-native English speaker and appropriate scores on the TSIA, or completion of ENGL with a grade of “”C”” or better, or completion of ESOL 335  and ESOL 324  both with a grade of “”C”” or better, or completion of DIRW 325  with a grade of “”C”” or better. Corequisite(s): STDY 311 ; see advisor for designated section linked to ESOL 0326. Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • ESOL 335 ESOL English

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    ESOL English 0335 is for nonnative English speaking students to develop and refine productive English language skills necessary to succeed in college level (or credit) courses. Emphasis is on grammar, composition, and oral communication. This course is equivalent to ENGL 320 . Prerequisite(s): Non-native English speaker and appropriate score on the TSIA Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • ESOL 345 ESOL Conversational/Listening

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    ESOL 0345 is an English conversation and listening comprehension course with an academic focus. The course presents audiovisual materials and lectures over academic subjects (specifically American history and biology) as topics of discussion to help nonnative speakers improve their listening comprehension, their ability to understand academic concepts, and their ability to discuss those concepts in audience-appropriate English. Prerequisite(s): Non-native English speaker and appropriate score on the TSIA. Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Developmental Integrated Reading/Writing

  
  • DIRW 238 Integrated Reading and Writing

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32

    DIRW 0238 is an individualized curriculum for students whose test scores demonstrate high proficiency but do not meet state requirements for placement into college level course work. This course will present an individualized and concentraated review of the Reading Process with emphasis on learning and applying reading strategies essential to success in academic courses and the Writing Process, including grammar and sentence structure as needed by the student. Method of delivery is a non-course based format with a significant independent study component. As a result, students must be able to thrive in a self-directed study environment. Students who successfully complete DIRW 0238 will be able to enroll in college level courses. Students who do not successfully complete DIRW 0238 will be enrolled in DIRW 326 . Notes: This course carries institutional credit but is not counted toward a degree or a certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DIRW 325 Fundamentals of Academic Literacy

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Not counted toward a degree or certificate.This is a combined lecture/lab, performance-based course designed to develop students’ reading comprehension, vocabulary, and academic writing skills by teaching the fundamentals of written language that contributes to clear, concise, well-organized sentences, paragraphs, and essays. Emphasis is placed on improving reading efficiency and recognition and comprehension of implied or stated purpose of a text. This course fulfills TSI requirements for level I reading and writing (previously developmental ENGL 320  and READ 305 ). This is a course with a required lab. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA for READ 305  and ENGL 320  or completion of READ 304  with a grade of “C” or better. Notes: International students should see paired co-requisite courses ESOL 335  and ESOL 324 . Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DIRW 326 Developmental Integrated Reading and Writing

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    Not counted toward a degree or certificate. DIRW 0326 is a combined lecture/lab, performance-based course designed to develop students’ critical reading and academic writing skills. The focus of the course will be on applying critical reading skills for organizing, analyzing, and retaining material and developing written work appropriate to the audience, purpose, situation, and length of the assignment. The course integrates preparation in basic academic reading skills with basic skills in writing a variety of academic essays. The course fulfills TSI requirements for level II reading and writing (previously developmental ENGL 321  and READ 306 ). This is a course with a required lab. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA for READ 306  and ENGL 321  or completion of DIRW 325  with a grade of “C” or better or completion of both ENGL 320  and READ 305  with grades of “C” or better. Notes: International students should see ESOL 0336 and ESOL 0325 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DIRW 327 Developmental Integrated Reading

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Not counted toward a degree or certificate.This is a combined lecture/lab, performance-based course designed to develop students’ critical reading and academic writing skills. The focus of the course will be on applying critical reading skills for organizing, analyzing, and retaining material and developing written work appropriate to the audience, purpose, situation, and length of the assignment. The course integrates preparation in basic academic reading skills with basic skills in writing a variety of academic essays. The course fulfills TSI requirements for reading and writing. Additionally, DIRW 0327 is paired with a credit course; DIRW 0327 learning activities will support reading and writing for the paired course. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of DIRW 325  with a grade of “C” or better or completion of READ 305  and ENGL 320  with grades of “C” or better, or completion of ESOL 335  and ESOL 324  with a grades of “C” or better Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in a designated paired credit course Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Developmental Reading

  
  • READ 304 Basic Reading

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    READ 0304 is a basic reading course designed to improve overall reading skills, particularly fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension through the development of skills in basic phonics, structural analysis, use of reference materials, reading and specific information, study techniques, and written responses to comprehensive questions. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate TSIA score Corequisite(s): All Reading 0304 students must concurrently enroll in and complete STDY 311 . Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • READ 305 Reading

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    READ 0305 is designed to improve reading proficiency and appreciation through extensive and varied exercises in reading. Emphasis is placed on learning basic skills and strategies that improve reading comprehension and develop vocabulary. The course offers multimedia learning experiences and whole group and small group interactive instruction. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 304  with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite(s): International students should see paired co-requisite courses ESOL 335  and ESOL 324 . Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • READ 306 Reading

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80

    READ 0306 is designed to prepare students to read college texts. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying study-reading strategies essential to success in academic courses. The course offers a multimedia learning experience as well as whole group and small group interactive instruction. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 305  with a grade of “C” or better or completion of DIRW 325  with a grade of “C” or better. Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • READ 307 Developmental Reading without Lab

    CIP Code: 320108

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    READ 0307 is READ 306  paired with a credit course and does not have an attached lab. Reading 0307 is designed to prepare students to read college texts. Emphasis is placed on learning and applying study-reading strategies essential to success in academic courses. The course offers a multimedia learning experience as well as whole group and small group interactive instruction. Additionally, Reading 0307 is paired with a credit course; learning activities will support reading and learning for the paired course. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 305  with a grade of “C” or better or completion of DIRW 325  with a grade of “C” or better. Corequisite(s): Enrollment in designated paired credit course. Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course

Drama

  
  • DRAM 1120 Theater Practicum I

    CIP Code: 500506

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Students will participate in additional performance and production requirements. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DRAM 1121 Theater Practicum II

    CIP Code: 500506

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 64

    Practicum in theater open to all students with emphasis on technique and procedures with experience gained in play productions. Student participation grade will include additional performance and production requirements. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DRAM 1161 Musical Theater I

    CIP Code: 500903

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    This course involves the study of works from the musical theatre repertoire. This group consists of singers and/or actors with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester. This ensemble represents Blinn College by performing numerous concerts both on and off campus. Prerequisite(s): Audition and/or departmental approval. Notes: Cross-listed with MUSI 1159  Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DRAM 1162 Musical Theater II

    CIP Code: 500903

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Cross-listed with MUSI 2159 , Musical Theater II, this course involves the study of works from the musical theatre repertoire. This group consists of singers and/or actors with prior musical experience. Auditions take place every semester. This ensemble represents Blinn College by performing numerous concerts both on and off campus. Prerequisite(s): Audition and permission from the instructor. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
  
  • DRAM 1310 Introduction to Theater

    CIP Code: 500501

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48

    Survey of theater including its history, dramatic works, stage techniques, production procedures, and relation to other art forms. Participation in productions may be required. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course
 

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