2017-2018 Catalog Vol. 78 
    
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2017-2018 Catalog Vol. 78 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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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.

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Contact hour disclaimer: Weekly lecture/lab/external contact 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.
 

Arts
  

  • ARTS 1317 Drawing II

    CIP Code: 500705

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline. Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1316  or instructor’s approval pending portfolio review.
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  • ARTS 1320 Interior Design I

    CIP Code: 500408

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Introduction to the evaluation, design, and advanced space planning of residential environments with consideration for sustainability, accessibility, adaptation, safety, and support of the user(s) and the application of this knowledge to comprehensive studio projects. Students will gain an understanding of the development of the design program and identification of client/user needs, space planning, and ADA and NKBA standards. Prerequisite(s): To have completed successfully or be concurrently enrolled in ARCH 1407  or ARTS 1311 .
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  • ARTS 1321 Interior Design II

    CIP Code: 500408

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Introduce students to the evaluation, design, and advanced space planning of commercial environments with consideration for sustainability, accessibility, adaptation, safety, and support of the user(s) and the application of this knowledge to comprehensive studio projects. Students will gain an understanding of the development of the design program and identification of client/user needs, space planning, and ADA and commercial design codes and standards. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion or concurrently enrolled in ARCH 1407  or ARTS 1311 .
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  • ARTS 2289 Independent Studies in Arts

    CIP Code: 240103

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 32
    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of studio art and/or art history. Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval.
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  • ARTS 2313 Graphic Design

    CIP Code: 500401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Communication of ideas through processes and techniques of graphic design and illustration.
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  • ARTS 2314 Video Storytelling

    CIP Code: 500401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Communication of ideas through processes and techniques of graphic design and illustration. Focused on time-based processes.
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  • ARTS 2316 Painting I

    CIP Code: 500708

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Exploration of ideas using painting media and techniques. Emphasis on color, composition and self-expression.
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  • ARTS 2323 Life Drawing I

    CIP Code: 500705

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Basic study of the human form. Introduction to principles of drawing applied to the human figure. The course will aid students to develop the skills to draw the human figure observing correct form and proportion. Prerequisite(s): ARCH 1407  or ARTS 1311  or ARTS 1316  or instructor approval.
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  • ARTS 2341 Art Metals I

    CIP Code: 500713

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Exploration of ideas using basic techniques in jewelry and metal construction.
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  • ARTS 2346 Ceramics I

    CIP Code: 500711

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Exploration of ideas using basic ceramic processes. A studio course which includes hand-building, bisque, glazing, and firing procedures, as well as the use of potter’s wheel. Hand-building will include a historical reference to slab construction, both soft and hard. Vessels in traditional forms will be constructed using the hand-built style of coil building and pinching. Glazes will be applied to bisque fired projects in traditional brush, pouring, and spray techniques.
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  • ARTS 2347 Ceramics II

    CIP Code: 500711

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Extends the students’ knowledge of technique through the study of basic materials and techniques. Includes hand building, bisque, glazing and firing procedures, as well as a strong focus on the potter’s wheel.
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  • ARTS 2348 Digital Arts

    CIP Code: 500711

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Studio art courses that explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts. Explores the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts.
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  • ARTS 2349 3D Modeling and Animation

    CIP Code: 500402

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Studio art courses that explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts. Explores the three-dimensional potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts.
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  • ARTS 2356 Photography I

    CIP Code: 500605

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Introduction to the basics of photography. Includes camera operation, techniques, knowledge of chemistry, and presentation skills. Emphasis on design, history, and contemporary trends as a means of developing an understanding of photographic aesthetics.
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  • ARTS 2357 Photography II

    CIP Code: 500605

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Extends the students’ knowledge of technique and guides them in developing personal outlooks toward specific applications of the photographic process. Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2356  or instructor’s approval pending portfolio review. Contact division chair for portfolio review.
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  • ARTS 2366 Watercolor

    CIP Code: 500708

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    This class is an introduction to the fundamentals of transparent watercolor painting as a medium for creative expression.
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  • ARTS 2367 Watercolor II

    CIP Code: 500708

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Extends the students’ knowledge of creative and technical skills in water base media. Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2366 
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  • ARTS 2389 Independent Study in Arts

    CIP Code: 240103

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of studio art and/or art history. Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval
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Biology
  

  • BIOL 1108 Biology for Non-Science Majors

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    This laboratory-based course accompanies BIOL 1308 , Biology for Non-Science Majors I. Laboratory activities will reinforce a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction. Notes: BIOL 1308  is the lab component of BIOL 1408 . Credit may not be received for both courses.
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  • BIOL 1171 Introduction to Biomedical

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    The course explores career opportunities and academic requirements in the biomedical sciences and related fields including applied biology, various professional programs and the health sciences industry. A seminar approach will be used. The course is designed to assist students interested in careers in any of such fields BIOLas: dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, nursing, occupational therapy, veterinary medicine and so on. A Unique Needs course. Prerequisite(s): BIO
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  • BIOL 1308 Biology for Non-Science Majors I

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction.
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  • BIOL 1322 Nutrition And Diet Therapy

    CIP Code: 190501

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    This course introduces general nutrition concepts in health and disease and includes practical applications for that knowledge. Special emphasis is given to nutrients and nutritional processes including functions, food sources, digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Food safety, availability, and nutritional information including food labels, advertising, and nationally established guidelines are addressed. Notes: This course will not fulfill a lab science requirement. Cross-listed as HECO 1322 
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  • BIOL 1406 Biology for Science Majors I

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Fundamental principles of living organisms will be studied, including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, function, evolutionary adaptation, and classification. Concepts of cytology, reproduction, genetics, and scientific reasoning are included. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Successful completion of MATH 1314  College Algebra or concurrent enrollment in higher-level mathematics is recommended.
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  • BIOL 1407 Biology for Science Majors II

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    The diversity and classification of life will be studied, including animals, plants, protists, fungi, and prokaryotes. Special emphasis will be given to anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of plants and animals. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Successful completion of MATH 1314  College Algebra or concurrent enrollment in higher-level mathematics is recommended.
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  • BIOL 1408 Biology for Non-Science Majors I

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Provides a survey of biological principles with an emphasis on humans, including chemistry of life, cells, structure, function, and reproduction. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Notes: BIOL 1408 is the equivalent of BIOL 1308  (lecture) and BIOL 1108  (lab) combined. Credit may not be received for both BIOL 1408 and BIOL 1108 /BIOL 1308  individually or in combination.
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  • BIOL 1411 General Botany

    CIP Code: 260301

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Fundamental biological concepts relevant to plant physiology, life cycle, growth and development, structure and function, and cellular and molecular metabolism. The role of plants in the environment, evolution, and phylogeny of major plant groups, algae, and fungi. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. This course is intended for science majors. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Successful completion of MATH 1314  College Algebra or concurrent enrollment in higher-level mathematics is recommended.
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  • BIOL 1413 General Zoology

    CIP Code: 260701

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Fundamental biological concepts relevant to animals, including systematics, evolution, structure and function, cellular and molecular metabolism, reproduction, development, diversity, phylogeny, and ecology. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. This course is intended for science majors. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.Recommended: MATH 1314  or co-enrollment in a higher MATH.
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  • BIOL 2289 Academic Cooperative

    CIP Code: 260101

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    A student-centered instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in the biological/life sciences under supervision of faculty mentor. This course may be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s): Eight hours of college-level biology courses with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and the approval of the instructor or 4 hours of college biology with a grade of “A” while taking the second 4 hours of college biology concurrently.
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  • BIOL 2306 Environmental Biology

    CIP Code: 30103

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources, and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research.
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  • BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I

    CIP Code: 260707

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. Biology 2401 is the first course in a two semester sequence which examines the systems of the human body using an integrated approach. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. BIOL 1406  is recommended.
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  • BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II

    CIP Code: 260707

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. Anatomy and Physiology II is the second course in a two semester sequence which examines the systems of the human body using an integrated approach. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2401  with a grade of “”C”” or better.
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  • BIOL 2404 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

    CIP Code: 260707

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. Content may be either integrated or specialized. This integrative, one semester course is designed for specific degree programs and does not replace BIOL 2401  or BIOL 2402 . Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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  • BIOL 2406 Environmental Biology

    CIP Code: 30103

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Principles of environmental systems and ecology, including biogeochemical cycles, energy transformations, abiotic interactions, symbiotic relationships, natural resources and their management, lifestyle analysis, evolutionary trends, hazards and risks, and approaches to ecological research. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): One of the following courses: BIOL 1406  or BIOL 1407 , BIOL 1411  or BIOL 1413 .
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  • BIOL 2420 Microbiology - Non-Science Majors

    CIP Code: 260503

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Study of the morphology, physiology, and taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning lab techniques. Includes a brief preview of food microbes, public health, and immunology. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1406  or BIOL 2401  or CHEM 1411  with a “C” or better.
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  • BIOL 2421 Microbiology

    CIP Code: 260503

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Principles of microbiology, including metabolism, structure, function, genetics, and phylogeny of microbes. The course will also examine the interactions of microbes with each other, hosts, and the environment. Lab activities reinforce lecture topics. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1411  plus one of the following biology sequences for majors: BIOL 1406  and BIOL 1407  or BIOL 1411  and BIOL 1413 
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Biotechnology
  

  • BITC 1191 Special Topics in Biological Technology/Technician

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 16
    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge’s, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
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  • BITC 1302 Biotechnology Laboratory Methods and Techniques

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 64
    Laboratory operations, management, equipment, instrumentation, quality control techniques, and safety procedures. Includes laboratory practice in using pH meters, spectrophotometers, preparing buffers and solutions, and performing measurements and separatory techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1411  with C or better.
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  • BITC 1340 Quality Assurance for the Biosciences

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Quality assurance principles and applications. Includes quality control and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations to the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and biomedical device industries. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready according to TSI college-ready standards. Notes: Starting with Fall 2017, this course will replace BITC 1472.
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  • BITC 1403 Principles of Biochemistry

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 80
    Structure, function, and cellular metabolism of various bio-molecules. Concentrates on the intra- and intermolecular conversion of bio-molecules. Knowledge in this area is directly applicable to analysis and processing of bio-molecules and their pertinence to biotechnology as it relates to biopharmaceuticals, biodiagnostics, fermentation, and bio-manufacturing. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1411  and BIOL 1406 , both with C or better. Notes: Starting with Fall 2017, this course will replace BITC 1303.
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  • BITC 1411 Introduction to Biotechnology

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    An introduction to biotechnology including career exploration, history and applications of biotechnology, molecular biology, bioethics, and laboratory safety practices. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready according to TSI college-ready standards.
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  • BITC 2377 Local Needs Course: Product Development to Commercialization

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    The course is designed to provide students with an overview of drug discovery to commercialization of biologics based on therapeutics products. The course provides insight into drug discovery, development, scale-up, production, and FDA regulations governing the drug life cycle. Prerequisite(s): BITC 1340  (formerly BITC 1472  or BITC 2471) with C or better.
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  • BITC 2386 Internship - Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory Technician

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 15

    Contact Hour Total: 240
    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): BITC 1191 , BITC 1340  (previously BITC 1472  or BITC 2471), BITC 2377 , and BIOL 2420 , all with C or better.
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  • BITC 2411 Biotechnology Laboratory Instrumentation

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Theory, applications, and safe operation of various biotechnology-related analytical instruments. Addresses separation and identification techniques including electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. Prerequisite(s): BITC 1302  with C or better.
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  • BITC 2431 Cell Culture Techniques

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Theory and applications of cell culture techniques. Laboratory emphasis on the principles and practices of applications such as initiation, cultivation, maintenance, and preservation of cell lines. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2420  and BITC 1340  (previously BITC 1472  or BITC 2471), both with C or better.
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  • BITC 2475 Local Needs Course: Upstream and Downstream Manufacturing of Biologics

    CIP Code: 410101

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 5
    Contact Hour Total: 112
    This course provides hands on experience in upstream and downstream manufacturing processes used in the production of a biological based therapeutic product. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2420 , BITC 1340  (formerly BITC 1472  or BITC 2471 ), BITC 2377 , and BITC 2431 , or can be co-enrolled in BITC 2431 , all with C or better.
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Blinn
  

  • BLIN 101 First Year Seminar

    CIP Code: 320101

    Credit Hours: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 16
    This course is designed to provide first-year college students with an introduction to Blinn College and successful strategies for transition to college life. Through this course, students will learn about Blinn College values and expectations of students, policies and procedures, resources and support services, and the benefits of higher education in preparing students for the workforce. Emphasis will be placed on developing positive attitudes toward the learning process, acquiring skills necessary for college success, and making appropriate personal, academic, and professional choices. Notes: Not counted toward a degree or certificate.
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Business
  

  • BUSI 1301 Introduction To Business

    CIP Code: 520101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life.
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  • BUSI 1307 Personal Finance

    CIP Code: 190401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Personal and family accounts, budgets and budgetary control, bank accounts, charge accounts, borrowing, investing, insurance, standards of living, renting or home ownership, and wills and trust plans.
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  • BUSI 2301 Business Law

    CIP Code: 220101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution, and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law, the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution, state and federal legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context. Prerequisite(s): High school coursework in U.S. history and government, or equivalent.
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  • BUSI 2371 Business Legal Environment

    CIP Code: 520299

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Role of law in business and society; government regulations of business. Legal reasoning; sources of law; social policy and legal institutions; antitrust; security regulations; consumer protection, environment laws; worker health and safety; employment discrimination and other laws affecting business. A unique needs course.
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  • BUSI 2372 Business Analysis

    CIP Code: 520101

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Introduces and prepares the business student for a logical way of analyzing business problems and aids in decision-making. Topics include organizing and presenting data, descriptive statistics, probability, discrete and continuous distribution, systems of equations, modeling, optimization procedures and statistical inference. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1324  and ENGL 1301 
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  • BUSI 2388 Leadership Development

    CIP Code: 520501

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    This course has as its central focus the development of leadership skills. The course is designed to provide a basic understanding of leadership and group dynamics theory and to assist the student in developing a personal philosophy of leadership. The course will integrate readings from the humanities, classic works of literature, and contemporary writings as well as films or film clips to illustrate traditional leadership theories. In addition, group exercises and outside assignments will provide opportunities to better understand and mold personal leadership style.
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Business Administration and Management
  

  • BMGT 1327 Principles of Management

    CIP Code: 520201

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Concepts, terminology, principles, theories, and issues in the field of management. An emphasis will be on the explanation of various theories, processes and functions of management; application of theories to a business environment; identifying leadership roles in organizations; and describing elements of the communication process.
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  • BMGT 1391 Special Topics in Business Administration and Management

    CIP Code: 520201

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
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  • BMGT 2305 Advanced Commnuications in Management

    CIP Code: 520201

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    A study of advanced principles of oral and written communications for managers. An emphasis will be on the application of procedures for writing reports, proposals, and conducting research as well as producing oral presentations.
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  • BMGT 2388 Internship - Business Administration and Management

    CIP Code: 520201

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 15

    Contact Hour Total: 240
    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. The student’s internship objectives and project will be established by the instructor and employer supervisor. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. The student is required to attend one hour classroom instruction weekly. Final report and exit exam are required. The internship course is a capstone course and required for program completion. Prerequisite(s): Program Coordinator approval.
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Business Computer Information Systems
  

  • BCIS 1301 Microcomputer Applications

    CIP Code: 110202

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, systems, and human resources and explores their integration and application in business and other segments in society. The fundamentals of computer problem solving and programming in a higher level programming language may be discussed and applied.
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  • BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications

    CIP Code: 110202

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Students will study computer terminology, hardware, and software related to the business environment. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications and professional behavior in computing, including word processing (as needed), spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet.
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Business Marketing/Marketing Management
  

  • MRKG 1311 Principles of Marketing

    CIP Code: 521401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Introduction to the marketing mix functions and process. Includes identification of consumer and organizational needs and explanation of environmental issues.
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  • MRKG 2333 Principles of Selling

    CIP Code: 521401

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Overview of the selling process. Identification of the elements of the communication process between buyers and sellers. Examination of the legal and ethical issues of organizations which affect salespeople.
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Business/Office Automation/Data Entry
  

  • POFI 2331 Desktop Publishing

    CIP Code: 520407

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64
    In-depth coverage of desktop publishing terminology, text editing, and use of design principles. Emphasis on layout techniques, graphics, multiple page displays, and business applications. This course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
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  • POFI 2340 Advanced Word Processing

    CIP Code: 520407

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64
    Advanced word processing techniques using merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. This course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Prerequisite(s): ITSW 1301 .
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Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 1405 Introductory Chemistry I

    CIP Code: 400501

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for non-science and allied health students. Notes: Cannot be substituted for CHEM 1411 .
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  • CHEM 1407 Introductory Chemistry II

    CIP Code: 400501

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Survey course introducing chemistry. Topics may include inorganic, organic, biochemistry, food/physiological chemistry, and environmental/consumer chemistry. Designed for non-science and allied health students.
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  • CHEM 1410 Gen. Chemistry For Engineers

    CIP Code: 400501

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    This is a course designed for engineering majors which will incorporate the major concepts and principles of both CHEM 1411  and CHEM 1412 . Applications of these principles will be emphasized. The major areas which will be covered are: matter and energy relationships, structure of matter, solutions, acids and bases, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibria, and nuclear chemistry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade of “”C”” or higher, or an SAT math score of 550 or higher, or an ACT math score of 22 or higher.
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  • CHEM 1411 General Chemistry I

    CIP Code: 400501

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Fundamental principles of chemistry for majors in the sciences, health sciences, and engineering; topics include measurements, fundamental properties of matter, states of matter, chemical reactions, chemical stoichiometry, periodicity of elemental properties, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, solutions, properties of gases, and in introduction to thermodynamics and descriptive chemistry. The lab experiments are designed to support theoretical principles presented in lecture and include an introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, data collection and analysis, and the preparation of lab reports. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade of “C” or higher or an SAT math score of 550 or higher or an ACT math score of 22 or higher.
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  • CHEM 1412 General Chemistry II

    CIP Code: 400501

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Chemical equilibrium; phase diagrams and spectrometry; acid- base concepts; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; an introduction to organic chemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry. The lab experiments are designed to support theoretical principles presented in lecture and include an introduction of the scientific method, experimental design, chemical instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and the preparation of lab reports. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1410  or CHEM 1411  with a grade of “C” or higher.
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  • CHEM 1470 General Chemistry for Engineer

    CIP Code: 400501

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    This is a course designed for engineering majors which will incorporate the major concepts and principles of both CHEM 1411  and CHEM 1412 . Applications of these principles will be emphasized. The major areas which will be covered are: matter and energy relationships, structure of matter, solutions, acids and bases, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, chemical equilibria, and nuclear chemistry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1314  or MATH 1414  with a grade of “”C”” or higher, or an SAT math score of 550 or higher, or an ACT math score of 22 or higher.
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  • CHEM 2289 Academic Cooperative

    CIP Code: 400101

    Credit Hours: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    An instructional program designed to integrate on campus study with practical hands on experience in chemistry. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual students will set specific goals and objectives in the scientific study of inanimate objects, processes of matter and energy, and associated phenomena. This course may be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s): Eight hours of college-level chemistry courses with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and the approval of the instructor or 4 hours of college-level chemistry with a grade of “A” while taking the second 4 hours of chemistry concurrently.
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  • CHEM 2423 Organic Chemistry I

    CIP Code: 400504

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Fundamental principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, bonding, properties, and reactivity of organic molecules; and properties and behavior of organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups and synthesis of simple molecules. Lab activities will reinforce fundamental principles of organic chemistry. Methods for the purification and identification of organic compounds will be examined. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1412  with a grade of “C” or better.
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  • CHEM 2425 Organic Chemistry II

    CIP Code: 400504

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Advanced principles of organic chemistry will be studied, including the structure, properties, and reactivity of aliphatic aromatic organic molecules; and properties and behavior or organic compounds and their derivatives. Emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. Includes study of covalent and ionic bonding, nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms, functional groups, and synthesis of simple molecules. Lab activities will reinforce fundamental principles of organic chemistry. This course is intended for students in science or pre-professional programs. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2423  with a “C” or better.
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  • CHEM 2470 Elements Of Organic and Biochem.

    CIP Code: 400504

    Credit Hours: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 96
    Organic chemistry and its application to biological agricultural chemistry. The course of study will include organic chemistry nomenclature, chemistry of functional groups, acid-base and redox chemistry, stereochemistry and the chemistry of important biological compounds. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1405  or CHEM 1410  or CHEM 1411 .
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Child Development/Early Childhood
  

  • CDEC 1303 Families, School, and Community

    CIP Code: 190706

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    A study of the child, family, community and schools. Includes parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. Course content is aligned as applicable with the State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. This course requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. It includes 16 hours of field experiences over the course of the semester. Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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  • CDEC 1311 Educating Young Children

    CIP Code: 190706

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An introduction to the education of the young child. Includes developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities and current issues. Course content is aligned as applicable with the State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. This course requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. It includes 16 hours of field experiences over the course of the semester. Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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  • CDEC 1313 Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    A study of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children birth through age eight. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 1318 Wellness of the Young Child

    CIP Code: 190706

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    A study of the factors that impact the well-being of young children. Includes healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices. Focus on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Course content is aligned as applicable with the State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. This course requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. It includes 16 hours of field experiences over the course of the semester. Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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  • CDEC 1319 Child Guidance

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting pro-social behaviors with individual and groups of children. Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement, and cultural influences. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 1321 The Infant and Toddler

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality routines, learning environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 1323 Observation and Assessment

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    A study of observation skills, assessment techniques, and documentation of children’s development. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 1354 Child Growth and Development

    CIP Code: 190706

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    A study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence. Course content is aligned as applicable with the State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Notes: Technical Dual Credit course.
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  • CDEC 1356 Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood

    CIP Code: 190706

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum to children from birth through age eight. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 1358 Creative Arts for Early Childhood

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking for children from birth through age eight. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 1359 Children with Special Needs

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role and legislative issues. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 2307 Math and Science for Early Childhood

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play. Practical application through direct participation with children. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of MATH 308  or MATH 309  with C or better.
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  • CDEC 2315 Diverse Cultural/Multilingual Education

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An overview of diverse cultural and multilingual education including familial relationships, community awareness, diversity, and the needs of each and every child. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 2326 Administration of Programs for Children I

    CIP Code: 190708

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    Application of management procedures for early care and education programs. Includes planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics cover philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication. Practical application through direct participation with children. Prerequisite(s): Six hours of child development coursework.
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  • CDEC 2328 Administration of Programs for Children II

    CIP Code: 190708

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management, advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis, technical applications in programs, and planning parent education/partnerships. Practical application through direct participation with children. Prerequisite(s): Six hours of child development coursework.
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  • CDEC 2336 Administration of Programs for Children III

    CIP Code: 190708

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    An advanced study of the skills and techniques in administering early child care and education programs. Topics will include defining and applying adult learning theory and practice, planning staff development, and demonstrating skills in supervision of curriculum planning and delivery. Practical application through direct participation with children. Prerequisite(s): Six hours of child development coursework.
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  • CDEC 2341 The School Age Child

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    External Hours: 1

    Contact Hour Total: 64
    The study of appropriate age programs for the school age child (5-13 years), including an overview of development, learning environments, materials and activities, and guidance techniques. Practical application through direct participation with children.
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  • CDEC 2366 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Child Care Provider/Assistant

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 21

    Contact Hour Total: 336
    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. As outlined in the learning plan, students will apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. This course is the capstone course for the Child Care Worker Certificate. Students should enroll in this course once the majority of coursework has been completed for the certificate.
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  • CDEC 2367 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Child Care Provider/Assistant

    CIP Code: 190709

    Credit Hours: 3
    External Hours: 21

    Contact Hour Total: 336
    Practical, general workplace training supported by an individual learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. As outlined in the learning plan, the students will apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/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 course is the capstone course for the Child Development AAS degree. Students should enroll in this course once a majority of the coursework has been completed for the degree. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in math according to TSI college-ready standards.
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Communication
  

  • COMM 1307 Mass Communication

    CIP Code: 90102

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Study of the media by which entertainment and information messages are delivered. Includes an overview of the traditional mass media: their functions, structures, supports, and influences. This introductory course focuses on both theories and models of communication, on the contributions of the behavioral sciences and related fields, and on the role of mass media in a dynamic society.
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  • 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.
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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 .
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  • ITSC 1325 Personal Computer Hardware

    CIP Code: 470104

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Contact Hour Total: 48
    Current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration and troubleshooting.
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  • 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 directory services for clients, support users remotely, install and configure network services. Students will install, administer, and manage advance network environment using a Linux system; demonstrate advance skills and proficiency with Linus utilities and configurations; deploy secure networks; and integrate Linux networks with existing networks. Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1316  (formerly ITSC 1416).
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Computer Programming/Programmer
  

  • ITSE 2302 Intermediate Web Programming

    CIP Code: 110801

    Credit Hours: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 1
    Contact Hour Total: 64
    Server-side and client-side techniques for Web development. Prerequisite(s): ITSE 2309  (formerly ITSE 2409), or Program Coordinator approval.
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  • 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 Program Coordinator approval.
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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.
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  • 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.
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