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FIRS 1333 Firefighter Certification VII CIP Code: 430203
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 96
One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, II, III, IV, V, and VI to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100. **THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS CERTIFIED AS A TRAINING FACILITY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON FIRE PROTECTION. ** Prerequisite(s): Must have EMT certification and be accepted into the Fire Academy. Co-enrolled: FIRS 1103 , FIRS 1301 , FIRS 1313 , FIRS 1319 , FIRS 1329 , FIRS 1407 , and FIRS 1323 . Notes: This is a course held at Brayton Fire Field.
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FIRS 1407 Firefighter Certification II CIP Code: 430203
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 80
One in a series of courses in basic preparation for a new firefighter. Should be taken in conjunction with Firefighter Certification I, III, IV, V, VI, and VII to satisfy the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) curriculum for Basic Structural Fire Suppression, Course #100. **THIS COURSE MAY BE OFFERED ONLY BY INSTITUTIONS CERTIFIED AS A TRAINING FACILITY BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION FIRE PROTECTION. ** Prerequisite(s): Must have EMT certification and be accepted into the Fire Academy. Co-enrolled: FIRS 1103 , FIRS 1301 , FIRS 1313 , FIRS 1319 , FIRS 1329 , FIRS 1323 , and FIRS 1333 . Notes: This is a course held at Brayton Fire Field.
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FIRT 1338 Fire Protection Systems CIP Code: 43.0201
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Design and operation of fire detection and alarm systems, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers. This course meets Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Model Curriculum core requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Identify fire detection and alarm systems, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers; identify the applications of fire detection, alarm, and extinguishing systems; and explain the operation of fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems.
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FIRT 2488 Internship -Emergency Management CIP Code: 43.0201
Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 192
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): MATH 1314 COLLEGE ALGEBRA, ENGL 1301 COMPOSITION I, OSHT 1301 Introduction to Safety and Health, OSHT 1313 Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation, FIRT 1333 Fire
Chemistry I, GOVT 2305 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, OSHT 1305 OSHA Regulations - Construction Industry, OSHT 1309 Physical Hazards Control, EMAP 1400 Principles of Basic Emergency Management, FIRT 1307 Fire Prevention Codes and Inspections, OSHT 2401 OSHA Regulations -General Industry, GOVT 2306 TEXAS
GOVERNMENT, FIRT 1329 Building Codes and Construction Corequisite(s): 2309 Safety Program Management Notes: permalink
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OSHT 1309 Physical Haz.ards Control CIP Code: 150701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 80
A study of the physical hazards in industry and the methods of workplace design and redesign to control these hazards. Emphasis on the regulation codes and standards associated with the control of physical hazards.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Identify the common physical hazards in industry; design a hazard free work environment; utilize hazard recognition techniques to implement safe control practices; describe the hazard control measures used in workplace designs; and list Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA) standards and other applicable codes and describe their applications. Prerequisite(s): No prerequisites required. TSI college readiness required in all subjects
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OSHT 2305 Ergonomics and Human Factors in Safety CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 80
The relationship of human behavior and ergonomics as applied to workplace safety.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Explain the psychology of human behavior as it relates to workplace safety; identify ergonomic hazards; recommend appropriate controls; and relate the human and workplace factors which contribute to ergonomic hazards.
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OSHT 2309 Safety Program Management CIP Code: 15.0701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 80
Examine the major safety management issues that affect the workplace including safety awareness, loss control, regulatory issues, and human behavior modification.
Student Leaming Outcomes:
Develop and implement safety; describe cost benefit analysis; summarize the basic components of human behavior modification; apply the components of the safety audit process including record keeping requirements. Prerequisite(s): OSHT 1301 Introduction to Safety and Health, OSHT 1313 Accident Prevention, Inspection, and Investigation, OSHT 1305 OSHA Regulations - Construction Industry, OSHT 1309 Physical Haurds Control, OSHT 2401 OSHA Regulations - General Industry
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OSHT 2401 OSHA Regulations -General Industry CIP Code: 5.0701
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 80
A study of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertinent to general industry
Student Learning Outcomes:
Identify the OSHA regulations which apply to general industry; and demonstrate proficiency in retrieving specific information from Title 29 C.F.R. Part 1910 regulations.
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FREN 1411 Beginning French I CIP Code: 160901
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 80
Fundamental skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Includes basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and culture.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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FREN 1412 Beginning French II CIP Code: 160901
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 80
Fundamental skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Includes basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and culture. This course is a continuation of FREN 1411 . Prerequisite(s): FREN 1411 or permission of the department head.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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FREN 2311 Intermediate French I CIP Code: 160901
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. Prerequisite(s): FREN 1412 or permission of the department head.
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FREN 2312 Intermediate French II CIP Code: 160901
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. This course is a continuation of FREN 2311 . Prerequisite(s): FREN 1411 , FREN 1412 , and FREN 2311 or permission of the department head.
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POFT 1301 Business English CIP Code: 520501
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Introduction to a practical application of basic language usage skills with emphasis on fundamentals of writing and editing for business.
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POFT 1309 Administrative Office Procedures I CIP Code: 520401
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of current office procedures, duties, and responsibilities applicable to an office environment.
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POFT 1319 Records and Information Management I CIP Code: 520401
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Introduction to basic records information management sytems including manual and electronic filing. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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POFT 1325 Business Math Using Technology CIP Code: 520408
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Skill development in business math problem-solving using technology. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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POFT 1329 Beginning Keyboarding CIP Code: 520408
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Skill development in keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on development of acceptable speed and accuracy levels and formatting basic documents.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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POFT 2303 Speed and Accuracy Building CIP Code: 520408
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Review, correct, and improve keyboarding techniques for the purpose of increasing speed and improving accuracy. This course is designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. Notes: Recommended prerequisite of POFT 1329 , or keyboarding proficiency of 30 net words per minute.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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POFT 2312 Business Correspondence & Communication CIP Code: 520501
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Development of writing and presentation skills to produce effective business communications. Prerequisite(s): ITSW 1301 .
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POFT 2331 Administrative Project Solutions CIP Code: 520401
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Advanced concepts of project management and office procedures integrating software applications, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Prerequisite(s): ITSW 1301 or POFI 2340 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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POFT 2386 Internship - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General CIP Code: 520401
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. As outlined in the learning plan, 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. The student will also 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. Prerequisite(s): Approval of Program Coordinator.
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GEOG 1301 Physical Geography CIP Code: 450701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Introduction to the concepts which provide a foundation for continued study of geography. Includes the different elements of natural environment as related to human activities, modes of living, and map concepts. Essentials of physical geography: the Earth, its atmosphere (weather and climate), land forms and processes, soils, and biogeography (plant and animal life). Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GEOG 1302 Human Geography CIP Code: 450701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Introduction to the concepts which provide a foundation for continued study of geography. Includes the different elements of the natural environment as related to human activities, modes of living and map concepts. Attention will be focused on how the cultures interact with the land and with each other. Major topics may include: culture, languages, religions, ethnicity, economic activities, and the cultural landscape as they vary over space. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GEOG 1303 World Geography CIP Code: 450701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of major world regions with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices found in those regions. Course content may include one or more regions. Attention will be focused on the relationship of aspects of the physical environment and human activities to location. Major topics of discussion will include: culture, religion, language, landforms, climate, agriculture, and economic activities. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GEOG 2312 Economic Geography CIP Code: 450701
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Analytical study of the historical development of particular economic distributions as they relate to social, cultural, political, and physical factors. Includes critical inquiry into the reasons for locations of various types of economic activity, production, and marketing. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Notes: Cross listed as ECON 2311.
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GEOG 2470 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems CIP Code: 450101
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 96
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) is a computer-based tool that uses spatial data to analyze and solve real-world problems. This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles and techniques of GIS and the principles of geography and cartography. The lab component of this course will focus on GIS data collection, entry, storage, analysis, and output using GIS software. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading, writing, and math according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GEOL 1147 Meteorology Lecture CIP Code: 40.0601
Credit Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Survey of meteorology and related sciences Corequisite(s): GEOL1347
Course Fee: 24
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GEOL 1305 Environmental Science CIP Code: 30103
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the forces, including humans, that shape our physical and biologic environment, and how they affect life on Earth. Introduction to the science and policy of global and regional environmental issues, including pollution, climate change, and sustainability of land, water, and energy resources. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Notes: Cross listed with ENVR 1301.
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GEOL 1403 Physical Geology CIP Code: 400601
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 96
Introduction to the study of the materials and processes that have modified and shaped the surface and interior of Earth over time. These processes are described by theories based on experimental data and geologic data gathered from field observations. Lab activities will cover methods to collect and analyze earth science data. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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GEOL 1404 Historical Geology CIP Code: 400601
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 96
A comprehensive survey of the history of life and major events in the physical development of Earth as interpreted from rocks and fossils. Lab activities will introduce methods used by scientists to interpret the history of life and major events in the physical development of Earth from rocks and fossils. Prerequisite(s): GEOL 1403 or permission of instructor.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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GEOL 1445 Oceanography CIP Code: 400601
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 96
Survey of oceanography and related sciences. Topics include the origin of the ocean basins; geologic processes in marine environments; waves, tides, and coastal processes; the ocean’s role in climate variability and climate change; organisms that live in the ocean, their ecological communities and their interactions; and marine resources and human influences on the oceans. Lab work includes the physics of waves, currents, and tides; seawater chemistry; geological analysis of seafloor materials; bathymetric charts and maps, and marine life. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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GEOL 2289 Academic Cooperative CIP Code: 400101
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 geosciences under supervision of faculty mentor. This course may be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s): Eight hours of college-level geology courses with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and the approval of the instructor, or 4 hours of college-level geology with a grade of “A” while taking the second 4 hours of college-level geology concurrently.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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GERM 1411 Beginning German I CIP Code: 160501
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 80
Fundamental skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Includes basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and culture.
Lab Fee: $20.00
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GERM 1412 Beginning German II CIP Code: 160501
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 80
Fundamental skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Includes basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and culture. This course is a continuation of GERM 1411 . Prerequisite(s): GERM 1411 or permission of the department head
Lab Fee: $20.00
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GERM 2311 Intermediate German I CIP Code: 160501
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. Prerequisite(s): GERM 1411 and GERM 1412 or permission of the department head.
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GERM 2312 Intermediate German II CIP Code: 160501
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. This course is a continuation of GERM 2311 . Prerequisite(s): GERM 1411 , GERM 1412 , and GERM 2311 or permission of the department head.
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GOVT 2304 Introduction to Political Science CIP Code: 451001
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Introductory survey of the discipline of political science focusing on the scope and methods of the field, and the substantive topics of the discipline including the theoretical foundations of politics, political interaction, political institutions, and how political systems function. Prerequisite(s): Students must be college ready according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GOVT 2305 Federal Government CIP Code: 451002
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Origin and development of the U.S. Constitution, structure and powers of the national government including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, federalism, political participation, the national election process, public policy, civil liberties and civil rights. Prerequisite(s): Students must be college ready according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GOVT 2306 Texas Government CIP Code: 451002
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Origin and development of the Texas constitution, structure and powers of state and local government, federalism and inter- governmental relations, political participation, the election process, public policy, and the political culture of Texas. . Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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GOVT 2389 Academic Cooperative CIP Code: 450101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
(Urban Planning: Building Better Cities) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in government. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions. Prerequisite(s): Completion of GOVT 2306 with a grade of B or better. A student must be college ready in reading, writing, and math according to TSI college-ready standards.
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ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I CIP Code: 500409
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Digital imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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ARTC 1313 Digital Publishing I CIP Code: 500409
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
The fundamentals of using digital layout as a primary publishing tool and the basic concepts and terminology associated with typography and page layout.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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ARTC 1349 Art Direction I CIP Code: 500402
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Creation of projects in art direction for advertising graphic campaigns for products, services, or ideas. Topics include all campaign procedures from initial research and creative strategy to final execution and presentation of a comprehensive project.
Lab Fee: $25.00
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ARTC 1353 Computer Illustration CIP Code: 500402
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Use of the tools and transformation options of an industry-standard vector drawing program to create complex illustrations or drawings.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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ARTC 1391 Special Topics in Graphic Design, Commercial Art, and Illustration CIP Code: 500402
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behavior 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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ARTC 2313 Digital Publishing II CIP Code: 500409
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Includes layout procedures from thumbnails and roughs to final comprehensive and print output. Emphasis on design principles for the creation of advertising and publishing materials, and techniques for efficient planning and documenting projects.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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ARTC 2335 Portfolio Development for Graphic Design CIP Code: 500402
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Preparation of a portfolio comprised of completed graphic design projects. Evaluation and demonstration of portfolio presentation methods based on the student’s specific area of study. Prerequisite(s): ARTC 1313 .
Lab Fee: $25.00
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ARTC 2388 Internship - Commercial and Advertising Art CIP Code: 500402
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): ARTC 1349 .
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DFTG 1309 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting CIP Code: 151302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 4
Contact Hour Total: 96
An introduction to computer-aided drafting. Emphasis is placed on setup; creating and modifying geometry; storing and retrieving predefined shapes; placing, rotating, and scaling objects, adding text and dimensions, using layers, coordinate systems, and plot/print to scale.
Student Learning Outcomes
Identify terminology and basic functi.ons used with CAD sotlware; use CAD hardware · and software to create, organize, display, and plot/print working drawings; and use file management techniques.
Course Fee: $90.00
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HITT 1301 Health Data Content and Structure CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Introduction to systems and processes for collecting, maintaining, and disseminating primary and secondary health related information including content of health record, documentation requirements, registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies, forms, and screens. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 1302 The Culture of Health Care CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Addresses job expectations in health care settings. Discusses how care is organized inside a practice setting, privacy laws, and professional and ethical issues encountered in the workplace. Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
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HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of medical terms through word origin and structure. Introduction to abbreviations and symbols, surgical and diagnostic procedures, and medical specialties. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course.
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HITT 1311 Health Information Systems CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Introduction to health IT standards, health-related data structures, software applications and enterprise architecture in health care and public health. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 1312 History of Health Information Technology in the U.S. CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Traces the development of IT systems in health care and public health, beginning with the experiements of the 1950s and 1960s and culminating in the HITECH Act. Introduces the concept of meaningful use. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1302 . Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
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HITT 1341 Coding and Classification Systems CIP Code: 510713
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Fundamentals of coding rules, conventions, and guidelines using clinical classification systems. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Corequisite(s): HITT 1305 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 1342 Ambulatory Coding CIP Code: 510713
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Fundamentals of ambulatory coding rules, conventions, and guidelines. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1305 , HITT 1341 , MDCA 1302 , and BIOL 2404 . A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 1345 Health Care Delivery Systems CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Examination of delivery systems including organization, financing, accreditation, licensure, and regulatory agencies. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Corequisite(s): HITT 1301 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 1349 Pharmacology CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Overview of the basic concepts of the pharmacological treatment of various diseases affecting major body systems. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1305 .
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HITT 1353 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Concepts of privacy, security, confidentiality, ethics, health care legislation, and regulations relating to the maintenance and use of health information. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 1361 Clinical - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
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. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): Program Director approval.
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 2339 Health Information Organization and Supervision CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Principles of organization and supervision of human, financial, and physical resources. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1301 , HITT 1345 , and HITT 1353 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 2340 Advanced Medical Billing and Reimbursement CIP Code: 510713
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Skill development coding to prepare reimbursement forms in various health care settings for submission to payers. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1341 and HITT 1342 . A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards. Corequisite(s): HITT 2435 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 2343 Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of quality standards and methodologies in the health information management environment. Topics include licensing, accreditation, compilation and presentation of data in statistical formats, quality management and performance improvement functions, utilization management, risk management, and medical staff data quality issues. Approaches to assessing patient safety issues and implementation of quality management and reporting through electronic systems. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1301 , HITT 1345 , and HITT 1353 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 2346 Advanced Medical Coding CIP Code: 510713
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
Advanced concepts of ICD and CPT coding rules, conventions, and guidelines in complex case studies. Investigation of government regulations and changes in health care reporting. Prerequisite(s): POFM 1300 and POFM 2310 . Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
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HITT 2435 Coding and Reimbursement Methodologies CIP Code: 510713
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 80
Advanced coding techniques with emphasis on case studies, health records, and federal regulations regarding prospective payment systems and methods of reimbursement. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1341 and HITT 1342 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HITT 2460 Clinical - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician CIP Code: 510707
Credit Hours: 4
External Hours: 16
Contact Hour Total: 256
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. The student must achieve a grade of 70% or better to complete the course. Prerequisite(s): HITT 2435 .
Lab Fee: $24.00
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HPRS 1205 Essentials of Medical Law/Ethics for Health Professionals CIP Code: 510000
Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Contact Hour Total: 32
Introduction to the relationship between legal aspects and ethics in health care, with emphasis on the ethical and legal responsibilities of health care professionals.
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HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions CIP Code: 510000
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 1
Contact Hour Total: 64
A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages. Prerequisite(s): Admissions into the Surgical Technology Certificate Program. Co-enrolled: SRGT 1260 , SRGT 1405 , and SRGT 1409 .
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HPRS 2301 Pathophysiology CIP Code: 510000
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2401 . ADN Program Director approval, or admissions into the Surgical Technology Program.
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HPRS 2321 Medical Law and Ethics for Health Professionals CIP Code: 510000
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Principles, procedures, and regulations governing the legal and ethical relationships among physicians, patients, and health care professionals. Includes current ethical issues related to the various healthcare professions and patient confidentiality. Prerequisite(s): HITT 1312 . Notes: Federal Prison Campus course.
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HIST 1301 United States History I CIP Code: 540102
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the pre-Columbian era to the Civil War/Reconstruction period. United States History I includes the study of pre-Columbian, colonial, revolutionary, early national, slavery and sectionalism, and the Civil War/Reconstruction eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History I include: American settlement and diversity, American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, and creation of the federal government. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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HIST 1302 United States History II CIP Code: 540102
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the Civil War/Reconstruction era to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History II include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbanization, the expansion of the federal government, and the study of U.S. foreign policy. Prerequisite(s): A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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HIST 2301 Texas History CIP Code: 540102
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of Texas from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Themes that may be addressed in Texas History include: Spanish colonization and Spanish Texas; Mexican Texas; the Republic of Texas; statehood and secession; oil, industrialization, and urbanization; civil rights; and modern Texas.
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HIST 2311 Western Civilization I CIP Code: 540101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from human origins to the 17th century. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization I include the cultural legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Byzantium, Islamic civilizations, and Europe through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformations. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1301 or HIST 1302 or permission of the Dean or designee. A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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HIST 2312 Western Civilization II CIP Code: 540101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of Europe and the Mediterranean world from the 17th century to the modern era. Themes that should be addressed in Western Civilization II include absolutism and constitutionalism, growth of nation states, the Enlightenment, revolutions, classical liberalism, industrialization, imperialism, Global conflict, the Cold War, and globalism. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1301 or HIST 1302 or permission of the Dean or designee. A student must be college ready in reading according to TSI college-ready standards.
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HIST 2313 History Of England I CIP Code: 540101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual development of England from prehistoric period to 1714. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing recommended.
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HIST 2314 History Of England II CIP Code: 540101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Survey of the political, social, economic, military, cultural, and intellectual development of England from 1714 to the present. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing recommended.
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HIST 2321 World Civilization I CIP Code: 540101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the emergence of human cultures through the 15th century. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include the emergence of early societies, the rise of civilizations, the development of political and legal systems, religion and philosophy, economic systems and trans-regional networks of exchange. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1301 or HIST 1302 or permission of the Dean or designee.
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HIST 2322 World Civilization II CIP Code: 540101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the 15th century to the present. The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time. Themes include maritime exploration and transoceanic empires, nation/state formation and industrialization, imperialism, global conflicts and resolutions, and global economic integration. The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange. Prerequisite(s): HIST 1301 or HIST 1302 or permission of the Dean or designee.
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HECO 1322 Nutrition And Diet Therapy CIP Code: 190501
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Study of the chemical, physical, and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet applications. Notes: Cross-listed as BIOL 1322 .
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Hospitality Administration/Management |
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HAMG 1321 Introduction To Hospitality Industry CIP Code: 520901
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
An exploration of the elements and career opportunities within the multiple segments of the hospitality industry. Topics include discussing current issues facing the hospitality industry and discussing the impact of customer service.
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HAMG 2330 Convention and Group Management and Services CIP Code: 520901
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
An application of the essential components of successful convention and meeting planning. Topics include analyzing the economic impact of the conventions industry; describing and comparing the various types of conventions, exhibitions, conferences, and the marketing tools used for pre-planning strategies; assessing requirements for food and beverage service, meeting room set-ups, and post-meeting evaluations.
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HAMG 2388 Internship - Hospitality Administration/Management, General CIP Code: 520901
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. Students enrolled must perform and apply various hospitality and/or management duties in the field. 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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Human Resources Management |
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HRPO 2301 Human Resources Management CIP Code: 521001
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations. Emphasis on describing and explaining the development of human resources management; evaluating current methods of job analysis, recruitment, selection, training/development, performance management, promotion, and separation; discussion of management’s ethical, social, and legal responsibilities; assessment of methods of compensation and benefits planning; and analyzing the role of strategic human resource planning in support of organizational mission and objectives.
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HRPO 2307 Organizational Behavior CIP Code: 521003
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
The analysis and application of organizational theory, group dynamics, motivation theory, leadership concepts, and the integration of interdisciplinary concepts from the behavioral sciences. An emphasis on the explanation of organizational theory as it relates to management practices, employee relations, and structure of the organization to fits its environment and operation; analysis of leadership styles and determining their effectiveness in employee situations; identifying methods in resolving organizational problems; describing the impact of corporate culture on employee behavior; and analyzing team dynamics, team building strategies, and cultural diversity.
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Interactive Technology/Video Graphics |
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ARTV 1351 Digital Video CIP Code: 100304
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Producing and editing video and sound for multimedia or web productions. Emphasizes capture, editing, and outputting of video using a digital video workstation.
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International Business/Trade/Commerce |
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IBUS 1305 Introduction to International Business and Trade CIP Code: 521101
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
The techniques for entering the international marketplace. Emphasis on the impact and dynamics of sociocultural, demographic, economic, technological, and political-legal factors in the foreign trade environment. Topics include patterns of world trade, internationalization of the firm, and operating procedures of the multinational enterprise.
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Investments and Securities |
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BUSA 1313 Investments CIP Code: 520807
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
An introduction to the theory and mechanics of business investment decisions and management of business financial assets. Topics include time value of money, cash flow, capital budgeting, sources of funds, break-even analysis, and investment decisions.
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Legal Assistant/Paralegal |
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LGLA 1303 Legal Research CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Presents legal research techniques emphasizing the paralegal’s role. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 304 with a C or better.
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LGLA 1305 Legal Writing CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamentals of legal writing techniques including case and fact analysis, citation formats, and legal writing styles emphasizing the paralegal’s role in legal writing. Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1307 .
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LGLA 1307 Introduction to Law and the Legal Professions CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Overview of the law and the legal professions including legal concepts, systems, and terminology; substantive areas of law and the federal and state judicial systems; ethical obligations and regulations; professional trends and issues with emphasis on the paralegal’s role.
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LGLA 1345 Civil Litigation CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Presents fundamental concepts and procedures of civil litigation including pretrial, trial, and post-trial phases of litigation and emphasizes paralegal’s role in civil litigation.
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LGLA 1351 Contracts CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Presents fundamental concepts of contract law including formation, performance, and enforcement of contracts under the common law and the Uniform Commercial Code with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in contract law. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 304 with a C or better.
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LGLA 1353 Wills, Trusts and Probate Administration CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamental concepts of the law of wills, trusts, and probate administration emphasizing the paralegal’s role. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 304 with C or better.
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LGLA 1355 Family Law CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamental concepts of family law including formal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment, marital property, and the parent-child relationship with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in family law.
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LGLA 2303 Torts and Personal Injury Law CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamental concepts of tort and personal injury law including intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability with emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completeion of READ 304 with C or better.
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LGLA 2307 Law Office Management CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamentals of principles and structure of management, administration, and substantive systems in the law office including law practice technology as applied to paralegals. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 304 with C or better.
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LGLA 2313 Criminal Law and Procedure CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamental concepts of criminal law and procedure from arrest to final disposition including principles of federal and state law emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the criminal justice system. Prerequisite(s): Appropriate scores on the TSIA or completion of READ 304 with C or better.
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LGLA 2337 Mediation CIP Code: 220302
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Contact Hour Total: 48
Fundamental concepts of mediation and alternative dispute resolution emphasizing the paralegal’s role assisting in the mediation process.
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LGLA 2388 Internship - Legal Assistant/Paralegal CIP Code: 220302
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. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. Students must complete at least the minimum required on-site internship hours under appropriate site supervision. This internship is a capstone course and a requirement for program completion. Prerequisite(s): LGLA 1303 or Program Coordinator approval.
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