ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces the student to financial accounting theory, including accounting principles and practices, the accounting cycle, accounting journals and ledgers for recording business transactions, and preparation and evaluation of financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 102 - Managerial Accounting

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the concepts related to managerial accounting, including the analysis and recording of various manufacturing costs, the analyses of cash flows, costing systems, cost-volume-profit, and capital investments, as well as the creation of financial statements and budgets.

Prerequisite

ACCT 101 with grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 103 - Microcomputers in Accounting

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to microcomputer applications which focus on financial accounting problems and their solutions adapted to microcomputers. Students will utilize a spreadsheet program and commercial general ledger software. 

Prerequisite

ACCT 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 111 - Business Accounting

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides an introduction to basic accounting principles, concepts, and methods for understanding general purpose financial statements and the accounting process. Students learn basic accounting concepts utilized in daily business operations, such as financial statement preparation, allowing them to collect financial data and make decisions based on that data. 



ACCT 201 - Intermediate Accounting I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate Accounting I continues the investigation of the current accounting concepts and standards underlying the financial statements of business enterprises that was begun in ACCT 101. Alternative valuation concepts and standards are introduced as they apply to reporting in the financial statements. Intermediate Accounting I will focus on the measurement and reporting of corporate assets and liabilities, and the related impact on revenues, expenses, gains and losses.

Prerequisite

ACCT 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 202 - Intermediate Accounting II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate Accounting II completes the investigation of the current accounting concepts and standards underlying the financial statements of business enterprises that was begun in ACCT 101 and continued in ACCT 201. Intermediate Accounting II will focus on the measurement and reporting of stockholders' equity and specialized areas including investments, leases, income taxes, revenue recognition issues, pensions and post-retirement benefits, the statement of cash flows, and accounting for changes and error analysis.

Prerequisite

ACCT 201

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 203 - Cost Accounting

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Scope, concepts and terminology of cost accounting. Cycles of cost accounting and costing techniques. Control of materials and labor. Nature of factory overhead departmentalization and predetermined rates, process cost.

Prerequisite

ACCT 102

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 206 - Auditing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will review contemporary auditing and assurance services and related concepts of evaluation of controls, statistical sampling and substantive testing. Students will learn about Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) as well as professional responsibility, legal liability and standards of ethics.

Prerequisite

ACCT 201

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 208 - Tax Accounting

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will introduce the student to the taxation of individuals as set forth in the Internal Revenue Code. Emphasis is placed on the determination of gross income, adjustments to gross income, standard and allowable itemized deductions, the determination of personal exemptions, the calculation of the total tax liability, available tax credits and estimated tax payments.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 209 - Advanced Taxation

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will introduce students to tax research and the tax treatment of entities, other than individuals, as prescribed by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). They will apply the fundamentals learned in these two areas to problem situations likely to be encountered in tax practice.

Prerequisite

ACCT 208



ACCT 215 - Nonprofit Accounting

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to the principles of accounting for nonprofit organizations with emphasis on fund accounting and the accounting standards for various types of nonprofit organizations. 

Prerequisite

ACCT 102 or ACCT 101 and departmental approval.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ACCT 250 - Advanced Accounting

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course in financial accounting introduces students to accounting for partnerships, accounting for mergers and acquisitions, and accounting in the international marketplace. 

Prerequisite

ACCT 202



ADC 101 - Introduction to Design and Construction

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the fields of architecture, interior design, construction and related disciplines. Students learn basic terminology, and documentation standards and techniques. Significant factors influencing design and construction are explored, including historical precedents and design theory, interrelationships between working professionals, the financing of projects, ethical and social concerns, and physical and legal constraints. Selected current topics, such as sustainability, modular design and computer interface are discussed. This overview course provides students with a broad understanding of the design and construction fields. Students will learn contemporary methods for accessing and processing information about the design professions.

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



ADC 103 - CAD Basics

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

A general introduction to computer-assisted design. Students gain proficiency in the use of CAD software through creating architectural drawings. Students will learn the terminology, functions and principles of CAD operations as well as building documentation. Additionally, students will be introduced to advanced software for three-dimensional modeling, rendering and animation.

Additional Course Fees: $135

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



ADC 109 - Design Studio I

3-5-4
Credit Hours: 4

This studio course introduces students to basic design principles and the manual drawing techniques which are used to graphically convey visual/architectural ideas. Delineation is the means by which students will develop an understanding of the design process. Students will learn to work in both two- and three- dimensional media.

 

Additional Course Fees: $135



ADC 112 - Construction Materials and Detailing: Properties

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to commonly employed construction materials, from those used in excavation and foundations through framing and roofing. Materials are studied in terms of their historical uses, composition, physical properties, manufacture and assembly, applications, regulatory constraints and sustainability. Basic terminology, principles and processes in design and construction, and factors that influence material selection and material assemblies are discussed. Construction details are examined and developed. Students learn about key issues including sustainable design, new technologies and materials and the importance of effective team collaboration.

Prerequisite

ADC 103 or ADC 109



ADC 123 - Construction Print Reading and Specifications

3-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students learn the skills required for reading a variety of construction plan types, details, schedules, and specifications. Topics include terminology, symbols, and conventions used in both commercial and residential drawings.

Additional Course Fees: $135



ADC 133 - Project Management in Construction

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides a broad introduction to project management in construction. Students will be introduced to and produce work breakdown structures, cost estimates, and a schedule for a construction project.



ADC 136 - Construction Safety and Building Codes

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will learn about common construction worker safety procedures contained in OSHA regulations, lead safety procedures regulated by the EPA, and the national model building and energy conservation codes produced by the International Codes Council. The focus will be on the International Building Code (IBC), and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), as well as state and local adaptations of these. Requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are also studied.



ADC 146 - Construction Contracts and Business Practices

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the life-cycle of a typical construction project and the roles, responsibilities, and obligations of the various professions involved. Major industry contract types and business, marketing, and financial planning are examined.



ADC 159 - Design Studio II

3-5-4
Credit Hours: 4

This studio design course helps students master techniques used to develop and graphically convey architectural ideas, primarily using computer modeling. Students develop an understanding of the design process related to space through digital and manual delineation. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 103 and ADC 109



ADC 160 - Presentation Techniques

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to materials and methods in the preparation of architectural presentation drawings and models. Computer modeling and presentation software will be utilized to produce a portfolio with both physical and digital projects. Emphasis is placed on using technique and craftsmanship to make design intent clear and compelling.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 103

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ADC 163 - Architectural Visualization with Autodesk Revit

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course addresses current practices of 3D architectural modeling and visualization. Students undertake hands-on 3D modeling, the application of materials and lighting, and photo-realistic rendering. The course provides a thorough introduction to Autodesk Revit, building information modeling software used widely in the architecture and interior design fields.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 103

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ADC 176 / HIST 176 - Philadelphia History: Architecture and Planning

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students in this course will study Philadelphia's physical and social development from William Penn's initial founding through the 21st Century. The course will focus on interpretation of the city's physical design as an expression of social, demographic and political contexts, technological advances and new materials, and evolving construction techniques of each significant historical period.  Students participate in field trips and other onsite experiences that take place in various sections of the city. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ADC 186 - Surveying

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Basic course in site surveying as it applies to building construction. Emphasis is placed on skill development using the builder's level and transit and on computer-based applications for site design. Course work includes fieldwork exercises in measurement, differential leveling and topographic surveying.

Additional Course Fees: $85



ADC 192 - Color and Lighting

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the principles of color and light as they apply to interior design. Students will explore the theories of the physical aspects of color, using pigment, light and its application in spaces, as well as in controlling the interaction of colors. They will also examine the theories and concepts of light and lighting through technical measurement, visual observation, and lighting design technologies for fixtures and for rooms. Knowledge, thus acquired, will be applied to the selection and integration of color and lighting in interior design projects.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ADC 160, which may be taken concurrently.



ADC 209 - Design Studio III

3-5-4
Credit Hours: 4

Studio course devoted to the design of housing. Issues related to building context, urbanism and site and appropriate use of materials will be realized through a specific building/interiors program. Values of non-Western cultures relating to habitat will be incorporated into design work. Development of alternatives culminates in selection and detailed realization of a specific design and ends with a juried presentation.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 159 and ADC 160



ADC 212 - Construction Materials and Detailing: Methods

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to a comprehensive range of construction materials, techniques and systems commonly employed in the construction and finishing of buildings and spaces, from interior finishes and treatments (including lighting, color and acoustics) through exterior cladding or enclosures. Materials are studied in terms of their composition, physical properties, manufacture and assembly, applications, regulatory constraints and sustainability.

Prerequisite

ADC 103 or ADC 109



ADC 221 - History of Architecture and Interiors I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course concentrates on the major historical movements and theoretical concepts which describe each period from pre-history through Baroque. Lectures will explore ways of interpreting built forms, sculpture and painting so that specific building projects can be understood in the context of the major issues that are central to each period. Extensive reading is required for the purpose of engaging in class discussions that will interpret both the concepts presented and the specific built forms discussed. Interior spaces and their connection to the concepts discussed will attempt to illuminate the relationship between the container and the contained.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101



ADC 222 - History of Architecture and Interiors II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course follows the same format as ADC 221, but will concentrate on the modern world from the late 17th century through the present. Interior design will be explored in greater depth in order to respond to its emergence as an independent discipline. In addition to an expanded discussion of interior design, students will read original texts and treatises pertaining to the major theories presented. At this point students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to interpret both written and visual information presented in the course.

Prerequisite

ADC 221 and ENGL 102, which may be taken concurrently.



ADC 226 - Introduction to Building Structures

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide a broad introduction to the structural design of buildings. After introducing basic structural member types and material properties, a survey of the historic development of various structural systems will be provided.

Prerequisite

MATH 137 or higher



ADC 236 - Construction Cost Estimating I

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to quantification of building components including blueprint reading, take-offs and application of unit costs.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ADC 112 and ADC 133, which may be taken concurrently.



ADC 237 - Construction Cost Estimating II — Computer Methods & Cost-Benefit Analysis

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the second of two courses that cover the principles and practice of construction cost estimating. It builds on the first course (ADC 236), using computerized methods to produce the detailed cost estimates that contractors use to determine the cost of construction for commercial and residential projects. The course covers the role of estimating and bidding in the construction industry. It also introduces cost-benefit analysis, which encourages sustainability by determining the true cost and value of a building throughout its life.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ADC 236 and ADC 212, which may be taken concurrently.



ADC 246 - Contracts and Specifications

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Study of the purposes, structure and provisions of contemporary construction industry contracts. Relationships among owners, architects and other design professionals, general and subcontractors, and vendors and suppliers are reviewed in detail. Students learn to adjust standard contract formats and specifications to tailor them for individual projects, according to C.S.I. procedure. 

Prerequisite

ADC 101



ADC 253 - Environmental Systems I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An overview of environmental control systems used in modern buildings, focusing on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Students will gain a basic understanding of and foundation in these systems and their design. Through application and practice, students will learn the interrelationships between systems and approaches to integrating them into building design and construction.

Prerequisite

ADC 101 and ADC 103 or ADC 109



ADC 254 - Environmental Systems II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Components and systems used to control the environment of modern buildings are studied, expanding student's knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. Specialized building systems are also studied, including fire protection, vertical systems, signaling, and communication. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of specialized topics related to sustainability, including alternatives to traditional MEP systems. Students will become prepared for the LEED Green Associate Examination.

Prerequisite

ADC 101 and ADC 103 or ADC 109



ADC 259 - Design Studio IV

3-5-4
Credit Hours: 4

Studio course devoted to the design of commercial and institutional projects. This studio introduces students to increased programmatic and contextual complexity. The socio-cultural, environmental and behavioral aspects of architectural and interior design are emphasized through an examination of public buildings, how they are used and how they are perceived. This design studio continues the development of the student’s ability to understand, interpret and represent architectural spaces. Projects will culminate in a formal “juried” presentation. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 209



ADC 260 - Advanced Presentation Techniques

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course assists students in preparing effective presentations of design and documentation work, both for transfer to baccalaureate programs and for career placement. Student portfolio needs will be individually evaluated and assessed with regard to professional and career goals. Students will learn skills necessary for the design, development and dissemination of digital portfolio presentations. Students will create professional development plans and job search materials and strategies.

 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ADC 160

Co-requisites

ADC 209 or ADC 163



ADC 261 - Construction Management and Scheduling

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a thorough survey of the construction project management process from initial conception to completion. Topics include feasibility analysis, siting/staging issues, software application, personnel management, contractual procedures and job-site safety. Students will be introduced to basic contractor operations, project administration, job planning and Critical Path Method scheduling. After building a conceptual base, students will apply their scheduling knowledge to simulated projects. In this latter phase of the course students will use the most current and prevalent project planning software.

Prerequisite

ADC 133



ADC 263 - Digital Animation and Rendering

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction of use of the microcomputer to create realistic three-dimensional presentations. Students will construct computerized models, apply materials, backgrounds and lighting, then apply animation techniques to create convincing depictions.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 103 or ART 150



ADC 273 - Advanced CAD Applications

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students are introduced to contemporary innovations in Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software and apply the newest technological features in a comprehensive, faculty supervised CAD project that documents a building or an individual building system. Project components include: two- and three-dimensional drawings, a written and oral report, and a Web site.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ADC 163



ADC 283 - Special Topics in Architectural Visualization

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course builds upon students' previous software experience and introduces students to new industry-standard software packages, with which students learn to build and render digital models. The central topic of the course will change, based on the industry-standard software package that students learn to use. The course emphasizes critical thinking regarding digital workflow solutions and the final presentation of work.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ADC 160



ADC 286 - Building Rehabilitation and Energy Retrofit

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will examine three integrally related topics: 1) the re-development process by which existing building stock is rehabilitated, 2) construction issues specific to the rehabilitation of existing buildings and 3) energy retrofit, which includes sustainability and related strategies. ADC 286 will introduce students to a broad array of tools, including construction management techniques and methods, energy audits and retrofits as well as public and private financing options and project management relative to building rehabilitation for both small and large scale projects, especially in urban neighborhoods.



AET 101 - Introduction to Robotics

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces students to the field of robotics with a focus on investigating careers in STEM fields. Students will be introduced to concepts in electronics, nanotechnology, medical technology, computer science, and advanced manufacturing techniques while applying the topics to create functioning robots.

Additional Course Fees: $175

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



AET 102 - Scientific Technology and Public Policy

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The purpose of AET 102 is to provide scientific background at an introductory level in a range of areas where scientific and technological advancements have had a significant influence on society. The course will also explore how advances in science have fueled debates in society, and how debates in society have influenced the direction of scientific research and technological development. Students will explore current trends in various fields of science and technology and consider how these fields may evolve in the future.

Prerequisite

ENGL 098ENGL 098 ESL, ENGL 098/108ENGL 101/109 (CLC) or higher placement. Open to students at FNMT 017 level or higher, however, if students are at FNMT 017 level they must take FNMT 017 concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



AET 110 - Safety, Health and the Environment

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with an overview of safety, health and environmental regulations, and the potential hazards that can arise in the workplace. Major topics include the types of hazards, engineering and administrative controls, personal protective equipment, regulatory requirements and voluntary standards.



AET 130 - Quality Control/Quality Assurance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students become familiar with the role that quality plays in all aspects of both the manufacturing and service industries. Emphasis is on understanding how quality control is used in different manufacturing industries such as chemical technology, biotechnology, food processing and others. Discussions center on the application of globally recognized and industry wide standards including ISO 9001. Topics covered include an analysis of a Quality Assurance Manual, its relation to the Quality Management System (QMS) of an organization, and the statistical tools necessary for effective quality control/quality assurance. Specific illustrations are provided.

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or higher MATH with a grade of "C" or better or placement in MATH 161 or higher MATH.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AET 140 - 3D Printing - Additive Manufacturing

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

Additive manufacturing (AM), also referred to as 3D printing, is a process of creating objects by building them up layer by layer. This course will provide hands-on experience with 3D printers as well as introduce applications of AM in the manufacturing sector. This course may be applied to the Applied Science and Engineering Technology degree, and may be of interest to students in other curricula. 

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or higher MATH with a grade of "C" or better or placement in FNMT 118 or higher MATH.

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



AET 150 - Solar Technology Fundamentals

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is intended to prepare students to work as solar technicians in the rapidly growing solar photovoltaic (PV) industry. Students learn about current solar panel technology and how they are installed and connected, different components of solar photovoltaic systems, such as inverters and battery systems, tools for troubleshooting solar PV systems, as well as important safety considerations.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

ELEC 120, FNMT 118 or higher MATH completed with a grade of "C" or better or placement in MATH 161 or higher.



AET 201 - Introduction to Nanotechnology

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides an overview of fundamental principles of nanotechnology and how they apply to various industries. The course covers the scale of nanomaterials and their chemical and physical properties, nanofabrication approaches, characterization tools, and other special topics of interest. Laboratory experience complements lecture topics.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

CHEM 110 and FNMT 118 or higher MATH with a grade of "C" or better or placement in MATH 161 or higher.



AH 101 - Introduction to the Health Care Professions

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to various aspects of the health care field. Students will explore a variety of health-related disciplines, create an academic and career plan for their chosen profession, and develop a health care e-portfolio. Students will study health implications for several cultural groups, including belief systems, communication styles and the role of the family. Professional behavior and essential qualities for health care professionals will also be addressed.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 103 - Medical Terminology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course introduces students to the language of medicine according to body systems. Students define, build and analyze terms as well as develop a vocabulary of combining forms, prefixes and suffixes. They develop the ability to pronounce and spell terms correctly and to use them in an appropriate context. Students learn medical terms (and their abbreviations where appropriate) for organs, diseases, symptoms, and for diagnostic, treatment and surgical procedures.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 112 - Medical Administrative Procedures

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the front office administrative skills performed in a health care facility. Students will use critical thinking skills to apply their knowledge in the performance of records management, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, written communication and financial administration. In addition, students will establish a patient database and perform financial transactions both manually and electronically. Confidentiality, security and compliance requirements regarding HIPAA will also be addressed.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 113 - Exam Room Procedures I

2-4-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the theory, practice and techniques basic to the clinical aspects of working in a medical office. Students use critical thinking skills to incorporate cognitive knowledge in the performance of psychomotor and affective learning domains during the practice of: infection control, medical and surgical asepsis, obtaining vitals, patient histories, medical records documentation, patient preparation, and assisting the physician in general and specialty examinations.

Prerequisite

AH 103 and BIOL 108 with a grade of "C" or better, or AH 103 and BIOL 109 and BIOL 110, each with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 115 - Exam Room Procedures II

2-4-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to introduce students to advanced clinical assisting skills. Clinical topics addressed include; pharmacology; drug administration; dosage calculations; electrocardiography; spirometry; and performing diagnostic eye and ear procedures. Laboratory topics include lab safety, quality control, collecting and processing specimens, performing selective tests, and screening test results.

Prerequisite

AH 113 with a grade of "C" or better, which may be taken concurrently

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 116 - Therapeutic Communication

3-0-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to communication theories and includes verbal and non-verbal techniques, active listening and conflict resolution as related to empathetic communication skills in areas of substance abuse, death and dying, lifespan dilemmas and culture. Students will apply their interpersonal communication skills and demonstrate professionalism in the use of case studies, role playing, and oral presentation.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



AH 118 - Professional Skills/Employment Seminar

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

This course consists of professional skills development sessions that focus on preparation for a credentialing examination and career planning through various classroom activities. Students prepare for entry-level employment in a health care facility with resume writing and interviewing skills activities. In addition, they complete certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider CPR and First Aid certification.

Prerequisite

AH 113 and AH 115, all of which may be taken concurrently.



AH 120 - Reimbursement Methodologies in Health Care

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course addresses health care plans and providers and how they impact financial management, decision making and the information requirements of the health care system. Reimbursement methodologies for both inpatient and ambulatory care delivery systems will be covered.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 121 - Medical Assisting Practicum

0-0-16-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course requires a supervised directed clinical practice in a physician's office or other approved ambulatory care facility. The practicum allows the student to demonstrate critical thinking skills by incorporating cognitive knowledge in the performance of psychomotor and affective domain skills in the administrative, clinical and laboratory areas of a health care facility. Prerequisites: AH 113, AH 115 and AH 118, all with a grade of C or better.

Additional Course Fees: $85



AH 124 - Introduction to Electronic Health Records

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course offers an introduction to electronic health records, health information systems, health record content, primary and secondary health data, information standards, privacy and security of electronic information. Through theoretical and application assessments, students will be provided with opportunities for learning basic concepts pertaining to electronic health records, standards, and regulations. The course also requires that students engage in research, critical thinking, articulation, application, and analysis of the content.



AH 190 - Human Disease and Treatment

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course addresses disease processes and the general classification of the causes of disease, as well as the common signs and symptoms of diseases, the body systems affected by disease, the diagnostic measures and the types of treatments available.

Prerequisite

AH 103 and BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 all with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 201 - Basic ICD and CPT Coding

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students will be introduced to and learn to utilize not only the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system used for reimbursement, but the detailed, comprehensive diagnostic coding system, International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding. Students will engage in hands-on practice. 

Prerequisite

AH 103 with a grade of "C" or better, AH 120 with a grade of "C" or better, BIOL 108 with a grade of "C" or better or BIOL 109 and 110 both with a grade of "C" or better and AH 190 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 204 - Medical Law and Ethics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Legal theories and responsibilities related to confidentiality, negligence and fraud affecting health care practitioners will be addressed. Ethical issues will be explored within the context of current laws and cases which structure medical practice for both the inpatient and outpatient environments.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 220 - Information Management Systems in Health Care

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students learn to use current software to input patient data and to bill patients, file insurance claims, record data, print reports and schedule appointments. They apply their knowledge by performing a series of tasks using sample source documents. Students are given a ten-day medical office simulation requiring them to use critical thinking and problem solving skills to complete billing and accounting assignments that are reflective of the types of activities encountered in a medical practice.

Prerequisite

CIS 103 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 224 - Current Issues and Trends in Health Care

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course explores significant trends in health care and the major political, social and economic problems affecting the United States' health care system and its stakeholders. Topics such as access to health care, health disparities and health-related social injustices will be studied in depth. Issues of quality, coordination, and cost of health care will also be analyzed. 

Prerequisite

MATH 150 or MATH 251 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



AH 260 - Supervisory Management in Health Care

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of a medical office manager. Students learn about organizational structures within health care facilities and management responsibilities including recruiting, training, decision-making, evaluating and planning. Leadership, employee morale and the dynamics of change are also addressed. 

Prerequisite

AH 204



AH122 - Introduction to Informatics for Healthcare

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

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ALTF 101 - Electric Drive Vehicles

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students learn how to safely diagnose and repair vehicles with electric drive systems. Electric drive systems are a new and completely different means of propulsion, requiring a thorough understanding of motor control and high voltage electrical systems. Students learn the differences between various vehicle charging technologies and about issues concerning the current U.S. infrastructure supporting electric drive vehicles (power grids and charging stations). Students also have the opportunity to earn manufacturer certifications.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

AT 121 or MHT 112 or suitable work experience



ALTF 102 - Hybrid Vehicles

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the development and use of hybrid electric systems as they are currently used in vehicles and how these systems differ from those used in conventional vehicles. Students learn the systems, diagnoses, and repair of hybrid electric system vehicles as well as important safety practices. Students also have the opportunity to earn manufacturer certifications.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

AT 121 or MHT 112 or suitable documented industry experience



ALTF 110 – Compressed Natural Gas for Transportation

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides basic, practical, and hands-on knowledge and skills needed to service vehicles that use compressed natural gas (CNG) as a fuel source. Students learn safety precautions, as well as how to test, service, and repair and replace specific components. The arguments for and against using this fuel source are examined. Students also prepare for and take the System Inspector certification.

Prerequisite

AT 261 or suitable documented industry experience



ALTF 111 - Carbon-Based Fuel Alternatives

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students learn about the systems, repair, and diagnosis, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each fuel alternative. This course examines various alternative carbon based fuel options used for vehicle transportation. The fuels reviewed include, but are not limited to ethanol, methanol, biodiesel, compressed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and hydrogen.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

AT 261 or suitable documented industry experience



ANTH 101 - Introduction to Anthropology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of the sub-fields of anthropology: cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and archaeology. Topics include ancient civilizations, evolution, peoples and cultures of the world, apes and other primates, how our early ancestors lived, languages, races, and how people in other societies are both different and similar.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ANTH 112 - Cultural Anthropology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Cultural Anthropology examines the nature of culture from the perspective of anthropology. The course is a survey of language, kinship, social structure, political organization, technology, economic systems, culture change, art and religion. It uses a cross-cultural approach, with examples from literate and non-literate societies of the world. Both economic and cultural globalization processes are examined. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ANTH 124 - Fundamentals of Archaeology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Fundamentals of Archaeology presents the study of archaeology as one of the major subfields of anthropology. Archaeology is the study of humans through the materials that they create and use. In this course, students will learn the theories and methods that archaeologists use to study the material cultural remains of some ancient and some not so ancient societies, and they will study how archaeologists use these methods to interpret human behavior. Students will use a variety of strategies to investigate past societies from various parts of the world. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ANTH 125 - Physical Anthropology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Physical Anthropology is the subfield within Anthropology that focuses on the biological side of human existence. Among course topics are human biological evolution as understood from fossils of Neanderthals and other pre-modern humans, the development of related human behavior, such as tool use, medical and forensic anthropology, epigenetics and other aspects of human genetics, the physiology and behavior of chimpanzees and our other primate relatives, race, and the physiological similarities and differences among modern peoples.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ANTH 202 - Gender Roles in Cross-Cultural Perspective

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines perspectives on women, men and gender roles using the theories and methods of anthropology as a guide. It explores women's and men's roles in a variety of social institutions, including those of marriage and the family, education and socialization, the sexual division of labor, politics, religion and health care delivery. It also focuses on the ways that the categories of race, class, gender and sexual preference affect our view of the world and help to create our self perceptions. Examples are drawn from both American society and non-Western cultures. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, plus one of the following: ANTH 101, ANTH 112 or SOC 101



ANTH 211 - African Peoples and Cultures

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course presents an anthropological approach to the societies of Africa that recognizes both the diversity of Africa and the unifying themes common to African cultures. Students will explore the African past, the impact of colonization, and the variety of family, economic, and political arrangements in contemporary African societies. African music, dance, oral literature and art will be investigated in both traditional and modern contexts. These varied course experiences will provide students with an integrated view of Africa today. 

Prerequisite

Any social or behavioral science course.



ANTH 215 - Peoples and Cultures of Asia

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines societies of Asia from the point of view of people who have lived there. Students will read firsthand accounts of life in three regions of Asia and study family life and the working world in each society. They will also study art and politics as mediums of change in Asian societies. The course will include information on the archeology of early civilizations, readings in the classics of Chinese religion and attention to the influences of China on other regions of Asia. Students will examine the forces of change that affect the lives of Asian people today and the influences of Asian society and culture on the West. 

Prerequisite

Any social or behavioral science course.



ARAB 101 - Elementary Arabic

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary Arabic 101 introduces basic written and spoken Arabic to students who have had little or no previous knowledge of the language. The main focus of the course is to help students master the Arabic alphabet in written form and orally. The students will write simple sentences, understand selected principles of basic grammar, and will be introduced to the classical Arabic of the Qur'an as well as to a modern spoken dialect. Students will learn aspects of Arab culture.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ARAB 102 - Elementary Arabic

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary Arabic 102 is a continuation of spoken and written Arabic for students who have successfully completed Elementary Arabic101. Students continue to develop basic communicative skills, both in standard modern written form and as a spoken dialect. Students will continue their study of the classical Arabic of the Qur'an, in addition to deepening their knowledge of contemporary Arab culture.

Prerequisite

ARAB 101 or equivalent



ARAB 201 - Intermediate Arabic

Credit Hours: 3

Arabic 201, the first course of the intermediate sequence of Arabic 201 and 202, is a continuation of Arabic 101 and 102. The course enables students to further develop the four language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking, and to understand key aspects of the Arab-speaking world and its culture(s). Students will be introduced to varied and complex topics, to language structures, and to written and aural texts of the modern standard Arabic.

Prerequisite

ARAB 102



ART 101 - Visual Communication

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The Visual Communication course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental issues involved in the production and understanding of works of art within the broad context of human interaction and communication. The course introduces the student to the concepts, ideas, forms and qualities of art and art appreciation, while simultaneously connecting the images that appear in everyday life to history, culture and visual aesthetics. Themes include ethical issues and censorship of art. This course will be open to students who are in or have placed into ENGL 098. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ART 101H - Visual Communication (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course considers art as a significant form of visual communication across multiple times and cultures. Through the study of available methods for looking and interacting with works of art, students learn to write and speak critically about the visual tools that artists use to communicate to the audience, with emphasis on art historical theory and interpretation, as well as relationships between art history and other academic disciplines.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ART 103 - History of Art: Ancient to Renaissance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of the basic art forms - architecture, sculpture and painting - from ancient civilizations (including some non-Western cultures) through the Renaissance. The course explores concepts and media, as well as the political, social and religious developments which induced important artistic changes. Field trips to museums. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ART 103H - History of Art: Ancient to Renaissance (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a survey of the history of art from prehistory through the 15th century with emphasis on art historical theory and interpretation as well as relationships between art history and other academic disciplines.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ART 104 - History of Art II: Renaissance to Modern

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of the basic art forms - architecture, sculpture and painting - from the Renaissance through the 20th century, including some non-Western cultures. The course explores concepts and media, as well as the political, social and religious developments which induced important artistic changes. Field trips to museums. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ART 104H - History of Art: Renaissance to Modern (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a survey of the history of art from approximately the 15th through the 20th century with emphasis on art historical theory and interpretation as well as relationships between art history and other academic disciplines. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ART 105 - Drawing I

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Drawing I focuses on the basic principles of drawing. Through working from direct observation, students learn about the elements (concepts) and mechanics of drawing. Students will be taught how to control the placement of objects on the page, and the use of sight measuring—sighting along a pencil to compare distances and angles and to compare height vs. width. Students will also be taught how to construct geometric forms using sight measuring, perspective (convergence), transparent construction (drawing every object as though you can see through it) and tone (value). Students will learn about the materials and supplies of drawing through demonstrations given by the instructor and through the drawing process. Throughout the course, art history will be referenced to illustrate concepts discussed in the course.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement 

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ART 106 - Drawing II

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Drawing II builds upon the concepts covered in Drawing I. The students will use basic geometric forms as a means of analyzing the structure and volume of progressively more complex geometric as well as organic forms including an introduction to the human form. Students will also be required to articulate spatial relationships using both line and tone. Weekly homework assignments will be given in conjunction with classroom assignments. Students will learn about the materials and process of drawing through demonstrations given by the instructor. Throughout the semester, art history will be referenced to illustrate concepts discussed in the course. Relevant examples of art history will be shown through digital images, books and museum trips. Students will also learn basic vocabulary and concepts that they will put into practice during classroom critiques and discussions.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 105ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement 



ART 109 - Ceramics I

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to the basic techniques of working in clay: coiling, slab construction, pinching, wheel throwing and glazing. Both functional and sculptural works are created as an understanding of form and surface is gained. The use of slides and visits to museums and art galleries will introduce students to historical and contemporary ceramics.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement 

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ART 111 - Three-Dimensional Design I

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Explores the organization of objects in space through the visual elements of design--texture, line, pattern, form, shape, balance, proportion, light and shadow, weight, mass and volume. Simple materials such as bristol paper, foam core, balsa wood, chipboard and screening will be used to develop basic building techniques and skills. Using these materials in combination with conceptual problem solving assignments, students will develop a visual literacy where they will be able to analyze and discuss the compositional design elements which comprise a strong three-dimensional design.

Additional Course Fees: $135

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ART 112 - Three-Dimensional Design II

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a continuation of basic three-dimensional design concepts, as introduced in ART 111. These concepts are strengthened and reinforced in ART 112 through further development of technical and design issues as they apply to working sculpturally. ART 112 emphasizes two aspects of working sculpturally not covered in ART 111: content and mass. The incorporation of the element of content, both conceptual and perceptual, stresses the importance of message and meaning in art. Students will confront traditional methods of sculpting mass, including both the additive and subtractive processes of modeling and carving. Projects are designed to encourage development of a personal artistic aesthetic. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 111



ART 115 - Painting I

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Painting I is designed to introduce students to the basics of painting through the study of art history, materials, the painting process and the elements of painting. Through direct observation of the subject, students will learn to evaluate color and tonal relationships. In addition to working hands on, they will learn about materials, the painting process, and will reference art history through images, talks, and museum visits. (Approximate supply cost: $150.)

Additional Course Fees: $135

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ART 120 Art in Africa

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An art history course that surveys the sculpture, architecture and painting of Africa. The students learn about nations and cultures through their art and artistic productions. Traditional art, such as sculpture, and traditional crafts are studied. The students view the art of various African nations in light of their social and political structures. Various art styles and pragmatic uses of the art works are also emphasized. 



ART 125 - Design I

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Design I focuses on two-dimensional, black and white work, which is organized to create an awareness of basic design principles. It serves as the visual foundation for all design career- related areas of study including Graphic Design and Interior Design, as well as for traditional fine art study in drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture and ceramics. Perceptual and abstract approaches to design using the major elements of line, shape and tone will be presented and explored through a progressive evolution of projects. (Approximate supply cost: $250-$300.)

Additional Course Fees: $135

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ART 126 - Design II

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Continuation of concepts studied in Design I, as color theory and its applications are presented. Amplification of issues in design such as arrangement of line, shape and tone with colors as the focus. Geometric and organic forms, as well as observation from nature are explored. Design concepts are developed from idea to finished production. (Approximate supply cost: $200-$225.) 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 125



ART 150 - Introduction to Computer Art/Graphics

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Basic introduction to the language, technology and artistic medium of computer graphics. Course format is essentially studio/lab in nature, with instruction and demonstration preceding hands-on equipment use.

Additional Course Fees: $135

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative ExpressionTechnological Competency



ART 151 - Graphic Design I

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to graphic design through visual problem-solving for the purpose of communication. Studio projects emphasize the development of visual ideas and include the study of letter forms (typography), basic design techniques and graphic design principles. The use of the computer is introduced along with graphic design software. This technology is combined with more traditional (hands-on) studio experience for the initial stages of design and conceptual development. Studio and computer lab work are integral to this course.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 150



ART 171 - Topics in Art

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

Thematic lecture course, using a particular topic to develop visual vocabulary, an understanding of the uses of art and critical evaluative skills. Emphasis on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to 3 credits for each special-topics lecture course satisfactorily completed.



ART 172 - Topics in Art

2-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

Thematic lecture course, using a particular topic to develop visual vocabulary, an understanding of the uses of art and critical evaluative skills. Emphasis on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to 3 credits for each special-topics lecture course satisfactorily completed.



ART 173 - Topics in Art

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Thematic lecture course, using a particular topic to develop visual vocabulary, an understanding of the uses of art and critical evaluative skills. Emphasis on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to 3 credits for each special-topics lecture course satisfactorily completed.



ART 180 - Topics in Art Studio

0-2-1
Credit Hours: 1

Special projects course to develop basic studio skills in a specialized area. Emphasis is on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to 3 credits for each special-topics studio course satisfactorily completed.



ART 182 - Topics in Art Studio

0-4-2
Credit Hours: 2

Special projects course to develop basic studio skills in a specialized area. Emphasis is on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to 3 credits for each special-topics studio course satisfactorily completed.



ART 183 - Topics in Art Studio

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Special projects course to develop basic studio skills in a specialized area. Emphasis is on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to 3 credits for each special-topics studio course satisfactorily completed.

Additional Course Fees: $135



ART 205 - Seminar: Modern and Contemporary Art

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Seminar-based art history course focused on Modern and Contemporary art from 1860-today. Examinations of painting, sculpture, architecture, photography, film, and mixed media from a global and/or thematic perspective. Includes various contexts such as modern psychology and sociology as they affect trends in modern and contemporary art and culture. Student activities include films; excursions to art galleries, museums and artists' studios; and guest lecturers.

Prerequisite

ART 103 and ART 104



ART 207 - Drawing III

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

The human figure is the focus of this class. Working from the model, the class will consider the gesture and proportions of the figure. Students will be encouraged to conceive of the figure as a series of volumes in space. Basic anatomy will be introduced. The dynamic and expressive content of drawing will be encouraged. Media will be primarily pencil and charcoal.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 106



ART 208 - Drawing IV

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

At this level of drawing, all students should be fundamentally sound and competent with the figure. The figure will be integrated into more complex spaces and compositions. However, the figure will not be the only subject. There will be more room for exploring personal themes and expressions. A wider variety of drawing materials will be used. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 207



ART 209 - Ceramics II

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is the second level of ceramics, designed to develop technical and conceptual skills for the purpose of more advanced visual communication using clay as a medium. Basic technical skills introduced in ART 109 will be enhanced through the refined study of wheel-thrown forms, sculptural hand- built forms and glaze application. The ceramic studio classroom is integral to this advanced course. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 109



ART 215 - Painting II

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Painting with oil paints, students work from direct observation. The class will work from studio subjects and the landscape to further develop the skills learned in Painting I. There will be more emphasis placed on light, space and composition. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 115



ART 251 - Graphic Design II

0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course emphasizes the further development and exploration of visual design concepts. It utilizes the computer and software programs to generate successful visual problem-solving designs (from original concepts). Assignments will move toward the more practical application of graphic design. Three-dimensional projects such as package and bag design are introduced, along with more sophisticated design problems.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 151



ART 290 - Portfolio Preparation

3-3-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course aids the student in transferring with advanced standing into an art school or university art department. Advising and consultation about transfer procedures; financial aid, scholarship opportunities, specific career programs and choices of schools are all components of the course. Exit criteria include digital images of artwork to serve as portfolio, an essay, three completed applications and written summaries of field trips to art schools. Special presentations by area and national art schools as well as former graduates are incorporated. Individual studio projects are assigned to strengthen the portfolio.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ART 106, ART 125 and ART 111 or permission of Department Head

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



ASL 101 - Elementary American Sign Language I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introductory course in American Sign Language (ASL) as used by the majority of deaf people in the U.S. and Canada. A functional-notional approach is utilized which encourages natural conversational interaction. Students are introduced to the American deaf community through outside field observations.



ASL 102 - Elementary American Sign Language II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Continuation of Elementary American Sign Language I, utilizing a functional-notional approach to developing natural conversation skills. Continuation of field experiences in the deaf community.

Prerequisite

ASL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.



ASL 201 - Intermediate American Sign Language I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Continuation of the study of American Sign Language, focusing on conversational skills using topics which naturally occur within the deaf community. Students connect with members of the deaf community through outside interaction.

Prerequisite

ASL 102 with a grade of "C" or better



ASL 202 - Intermediate American Sign Language II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Further development of ASL conversational skill through a functional-notional approach and outside interaction with the deaf community.

Prerequisite

ASL 201 with a grade of "C" or better.



ASL 215 - American Sign Language Fingerspelling

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students develop increased facility in recognizing and producing fingerspelled words and numbers in context. Students view and study careful, rapid, and lexicalized forms of fingerspelled words, acronyms and number systems through developmentally sequenced exercises and develop the skills necessary to produce these linguistic items in their expressive signing.

Prerequisite

ASL 202 with a grade of "B" or better.



ASL 230 - Structure of American Sign Language

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to basic concepts in linguistics and the grammatical structures and rules of American Sign Language (ASL). Focus is given to those features that are unique to ASL, particularly non-manual (facial) behaviors, spatial mapping and sign modulations. Students identify and analyze specific structures in American Sign Language utterances and narrations presented live and through technology. Transcription and translation activities enhance language analysis skills. The language of instruction in this course is ASL. The course is intended to be complemented and reinforced by ASL 231 -- Advanced ASL I.

Prerequisite

ASL 202 with a grade of "C" or better and ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

 



ASL 231 - Advanced American Sign Language I

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is the first of a two-part advanced ASL sequence, moving students beyond the language requirements of ASL 101, 102, 201 and 202 by continuing to develop conversational fluency at a beginning advanced level. The focus is on interactive experiences with language structures, functions and vocabulary necessary for building narrative and conversational skills that enable efficient communication in ASL and deaf cultural contexts. Particular attention is given to development of visualization skills necessary for effective use of a visual-gestural language. The course also aims to expand students' range of cultural and personal topics of discussion and to use the target language in meaningful and creative ways.

Course fee: $85.

Prerequisite

ASL 202 with a grade of "B" or better



ASL 232 - Advanced American Sign Language II

2-2-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the second of a two-part advanced ASL course sequence. Focus continues on interactive experiences with language structures, functions and vocabulary necessary for efficient communication in ASL and deaf cultural contexts. Particular attention is given to enhanced fluency in the use of ASL classifiers, non-manuals, role shift and spatial mapping within both conversational and more formal situations. Attention is also given to expanding the range of cultural and personal topics of discussion in meaningful and creative ways. Students apply ASL language skills in a field experience in the deaf community.

Course fee: $85.

Restricted to INTR Majors

Prerequisite

ASL 231 with a grade of "C" or better.



AT 100 - Introduction to Automotive Technology

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is an introduction to the field of automotive technology. It is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge for success in the Automotive Technology program and the automotive industry. Topics include an overview of the current automotive field, as well as practice in modern automotive systems and shop procedures.

Course fee: $310



AT 102 - Torque

1-1-1.5
Credit Hours: 1

This course includes theory and substantial hands-on training covering the principles of both mechanical fasteners and mechanical and electric torque measuring instruments. Training is focused on best practices, advanced tool use and measures to prevent damage and failure to fasteners. 

Note: Course is 1.5 credit hours. 

Additional Course Fees: $43

Prerequisite

Note: Before enrolling in any course in the Advanced Automotive Repair Professional proficiency certificate, students must submit proof of current state vehicle safety or emissions license or ASE certification.



AT 105 - Digital Multimeter

1-1-1.5
Credit Hours: 1

This course includes rigorous hands-on training on the advanced capabilities of digital multimeters as well as in-class lecture and discussion of safety, electrical testing, and industry standards. Training is focused on subjects from basic and advanced applications to troubleshooting.

Note: Course is 1.5 credit hours. 

Additional Course Fees: $43

Prerequisite

Note: Before enrolling in any course in the Advanced Automotive Repair Professional proficiency certificate, students must submit proof of current state vehicle safety or emissions license or ASE certification.



AT 106 - On-Car Brake Lathe Use

1-1-1.5
Credit Hours: 1

This course includes theory and substantial hands-on training covering the principles of using an on-car brake lathe to machine a brake rotor. The course will include set up procedures, brake system analysis, brake refinishing and repair. 

Note: Course is 1.5 credit hours. 

Additional Course Fees: $43

Prerequisite

Note: Before enrolling in any course in the Advanced Automotive Repair Professional proficiency certificate, students must submit proof of current state vehicle safety or emissions license or ASE certification.



AT 109 - Digital Oscilloscope

1-1-1.5
Credit Hours: 1

This course includes theory and substantial hands-on training covering the principles of using an oscilloscope in diagnosing a vehicle. The course will include set up procedures, understanding and analyzing waveforms, and diagnostic procedures. 

Note: Course is 1.5 credit hours. 

Additional Course Fees: $43

Prerequisite

Note: Before enrolling in any course in the Advanced Automotive Repair Professional proficiency certificate, students must submit proof of current state vehicle safety or emissions license or ASE certification.



AT 110 - Vehicle Information

1-1-1.5
Credit Hours: 1

This course includes theory and substantial hands-on training covering the principles of research vehicle systems, technical service bulletins (TSBs), recall information, vehicle identification number (VIN) decoding, wire diagrams, as needed repair data such as common problem areas, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) service, tire data and service procedures, and onboard parameter identification data (OBD PIDs).

Note: Course is 1.5 credit hours. 

Additional Course Fees: $43

Prerequisite

Note: Before enrolling in any course in the Advanced Automotive Repair Professional proficiency certificate, students must submit proof of current state vehicle safety or emissions license or ASE certification.



AT 111 - Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of automobile steering and suspension systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 4: Steering and Suspension. It incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

AT 100, which may be taken concurrently. 



AT 121 - Principles of Automotive Electricity and Electronics

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a study of the fundamental theory and applications of electrical and electronic principles in the automotive industry. Emphasis is placed on subject matter recommended by the industry through the National Automotive Technicians Educational Foundation (NATEF). This course, in conjunction with AT 221 is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exam in group 6: Electrical and Electronic Systems, and incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles utilizing state-of-the-art electronic text equipment in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $155.

Prerequisite

AT 100, which may be taken concurrently.



AT 131 - Automotive Manual Transmissions and Drivelines

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Study of the fundamental design, theory, maintenance and repair of manual transmissions, manual transaxles, driveline couplings and differentials. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 3: Manual Drive Train and Axles. This course is a prerequisite for AT 241: Automatic Transmissions and Trans-axles, and incorporates substantial hands- on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles utilizing state-of-the-art equipment in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

AT 100, which may be taken concurrently. 



AT 150 - Automotive Braking Systems

1-4-2
Credit Hours: 2

Study of the fundamental design, theory, maintenance and repair of the hydraulic braking system. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course (along with AT 250) is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 5: Brakes. This course is a prerequisite for AT 250: Advanced Braking Systems and Controls. It incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles utilizing state-of-the-art equipment in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

AT 100, which may be taken concurrently.



AT 181 - Auto Engine Mechanical Repair

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Study of the fundamental theory and repair of automotive gasoline engines. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 1: Engine Repair. Course incorporates disassembly, inspection, machining and rebuilding of an actual engine in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

AT 100, which may be taken concurrently.



AT 210 - Customer Service Techniques

3-0-6
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed for individuals who want to work in the automotive field. It examines the complexities of customer service in the automotive repair industry, whether in an independent repair facility, an automotive manufacturer, a franchise, or a private or public fleet.

Prerequisite

AT 121



AT 221 - Advanced Automotive Electrical Systems

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Study of the advanced theory, diagnostics and repair of automotive electrical and electronic systems, emphasizing computerized controls, hybrid, alternative fuels, electric vehicles and industry-specific vehicles that have these advanced technologies. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 6: Electrical and Electronic Systems. 

Summer II only.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

AT 121

Co-requisites

Corequisite: FNMT 118 or higher (may be taken concurrently.)



AT 241 - Auto Transmissions and Transaxles

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

Study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of the automatic transmissions and transaxles, including electronic controls. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 2: Automatic Transmission and Transaxles. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training. Students will disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble an automatic transmission. Diagnostic testing will include usage of a state-of-the-art dynamometer in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

AT 121 and AT 131



AT 250 - Advanced Braking Systems & Controls

1-4-2
Credit Hours: 2

Advanced, continuing study of the automotive braking system, concentrating on system controls such as anti-lock braking systems (ABS). Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course (along with AT 150) is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 5: Brakes. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles utilizing state-of-the-art equipment in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

AT 121 and AT 150



AT 261 - Engine Performance & Diagnosis

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

Study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of automotive fuel, ignition and emission control systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed in conjunction with AT 281 to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 8: Engine Performance. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment in the Automotive Technology Center.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

AT 221 may be taken concurrently



AT 271 - Air Conditioning and Heating Systems

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

Study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of automobile air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 7: Heating and Air Conditioning. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles in the Automotive Technology Center. Topical coverage includes both R12 and R134a systems.

Course fee: $155

Prerequisite

 AT 121



AT 281 - Advanced Automotive Engine Performance

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

Advanced study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of basic automotive fuel, ignition, emission control systems and alternative fuel vehicle systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed in conjunction with AT 261 to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 8: Engine Performance.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

AT 221 and AT 261



ATEN 101 - Introduction to Toyota Automotive Service

2-4.5-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is an introduction to Toyota's perspective of automotive technology. It is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge for success in the Toyota T-TEN program and the automotive industry. Topics include an overview of the current automotive field, as well as practice in Toyota automotive systems and shop procedures.

Additional Course Fees: $155



ATEN 111 - Toyota Steering and Suspension

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course includes the study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of Toyota steering and suspension systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 4: Steering and Suspension. It incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and Toyota vehicles in the Career and Advanced Technology Center.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

ATEN 101



ATEN 121 - Toyota Electrical System I

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is a study of the fundamental theory and applications of electrical and electronic principles in the automotive industry, pertaining to Toyota vehicles. Emphasis is placed on subject matter recommended by the industry through the National Automotive Technicians Educational Foundation (NATEF). This course, in conjunction with ATEN 221, is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exam in group 6: Electrical and Electronic Systems and incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and Toyota vehicles utilizing state-of-the-art electronic text equipment in the Career and Advanced Technology Center.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

ATEN 101, which may be taken concurrently



ATEN 131 - Toyota Manual Transmission and Drivetrains

2-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Toyota Manual Transmission and Drivetrain is the study of the fundamental design, theory, maintenance and repair of Toyota manual transmissions, manual transaxles, driveline couplings and differentials. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 3: Manual Drive Train and Axles. This course is a prerequisite for ATEN 241: Toyota Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Repair and incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and Toyota vehicles at the Career and Advanced Training Center.

Additional Course Fees: 155

Prerequisite

ATEN 150



ATEN 150 - Toyota Automotive Brake Systems

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course includes the study of the fundamental design, theory, maintenance and repair of the Toyota hydraulic braking system. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 5: Brakes. It incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and Toyota vehicles utilizing state-of-the-art equipment in the Career and Advanced Technology Center.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

ATEN 111



ATEN 181 - Toyota Engine Repair

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

Toyota Engine Repair is the study of the fundamental theory and repair of automotive gasoline engines. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 1: Engine Repair. The course incorporates disassembly, inspection, machining and rebuilding of an actual Toyota engines and Toyota vehicles at the Career and Advanced Training Center.

Additional Course Fees: 175

Prerequisite

ATEN 271



ATEN 221 - Toyota Electrical System II

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is the study of the advanced theory, diagnostics and repair of Toyota  automotive electrical and electronic systems, emphasizing computerized controls, hybrid and industry-specific vehicles that have these advanced technologies. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 6: Electrical and Electronic Systems. 

Prerequisite

ATEN 121, FNMT 118



ATEN 241 - Toyota Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Repair

2-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

Toyota Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Repair is the study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of the automatic transmissions and transaxles, including electronic controls. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 2: Automatic Transmission and Transaxles. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training. Students will disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble Toyota automatic transmissions. Diagnostic testing will include usage of a state-of-the-art dynamometer and Toyota vehicles in the Career and Advanced Technology Center.

Additional Course Fees: 155

Prerequisite

ATEN 131



ATEN 261 - Toyota Engine Performance

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

Toyota Engine Performance is the study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of automotive fuel, ignition and emission control systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed in conjunction with ATEN 281 to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 8: Engine Performance. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and Toyota vehicles at the Career and Advanced Training Center.

Additional Course Fees: 175

Prerequisite

ATEN 181



ATEN 271 - Toyota Heating and Air Conditioning

2-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course includes the study of the fundamental theory, maintenance and repair of Toyota automobile air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam in group 7: Heating and Air Conditioning. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training with both demonstrator units and customer vehicles in the Career and Advanced Technology Center. Topical coverage includes both R134a and 1234yf systems.

Additional Course Fees: $155



ATEN 281 - Advanced Toyota Engine Performance

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

Toyota Advanced Engine Performance is the study of the advanced theory, maintenance and repair of automotive fuel, ignition and emission control systems. Emphasis is placed upon subject matter recommended by industry through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This course is designed to help prepare students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam L1: Advanced Engine Performance. This course incorporates substantial hands-on training utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and Toyota vehicles at the Career and Advanced Training Center. 

Additional Course Fees: 175

Prerequisite

ATEN 261, may be taken concurrently.



ATEN 282 - Toyota Hybrid Technology

2-4.5-3
Credit Hours: 3

Toyota Hybrid Technology examines the development and use of hybrid electric systems as they are currently used in Toyota vehicles and how these systems differ from those used in conventional vehicles. Students learn the systems, diagnoses, and repair of hybrid electric system vehicles as well as important safety practices.

Additional Course Fees: 155

Prerequisite

ATEN 281



ATEN 294 - Toyota Internship I

0-8-1
Credit Hours: 1

In Toyota Internship I, students are introduced to the service department and dealership environment. Students begin the course by observing department routines and procedures. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing vehicle service activities and repair procedures under appropriate supervision. Internship I experiences include general maintenance service, fluid inspection and changes, battery service, charging system diagnosis and starter replacement.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ATEN 101, which may be taken concurrently



ATEN 295 - Toyota Internship II

0-8-1
Credit Hours: 1

During Toyota Internship II, students become more familiar with the service department and dealership environment. Students continue to observe department routines and procedures relevant to classroom and laboratory activities. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing vehicle service activities and repair procedures under appropriate supervision. Internship II experiences include general maintenance service, tire rotation, steering inspection, strut and shock service, and vehicle alignments.

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ATEN 121



ATEN 296 - Toyota Internship III

0-8-1
Credit Hours: 1

During Toyota Internship III, students become more familiar with the service department and dealership environment. Students continue to observe department routines and procedures relevant to classroom and laboratory activities. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing vehicle service activities and repair procedures under appropriate supervision. Internship III experiences include general maintenance service, bake system repair, refinishing rotors and drums when appropriate, diagnosing brake noise, repairing HVAC systems, evacuating refrigerant, charging the air conditioning system, replacing thermostat and water pump, replacing the radiator, and servicing the HVAC system.

Additional Course Fees: $135



ATEN 297 - Toyota Internship IV

0-8-1
Credit Hours: 1

In Toyota Internship IV, students are introduced to the service department and dealership environment. Students begin the course by observing department routines and procedures. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing vehicle service activities and repair procedures under appropriate supervision. Internship IV experiences include general manual transmission maintenance service, clutch diagnosis and replacement, head gasket and timing belt replacement.

Additional Course Fees: 135



ATEN 298 - Toyota Internship V

0-8-1
Credit Hours: 1

In Toyota Internship V, students are introduced to the service department and dealership environment. Students begin the course by observing department routines and procedures. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing vehicle service activities and repair procedures under appropriate supervision. Internship V experiences include using a Toyota Tech Stream scan tool, replacing various sensors and solenoids, replacing ignition system components, and replacing exhaust systems.

Additional Course Fees: 135



ATEN 299 - Toyota Internship VI

0-8-1
Credit Hours: 1

In Toyota Internship VI, students are introduced to the service department and dealership environment. Students begin the course by observing department routines and procedures. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing vehicle service activities and repair procedures under appropriate supervision. Internship VI experiences include replacing an automatic transmission, fluid and filter replacement on an automatic transmission, replacing transmission sensors or solenoids, and servicing a continuously variable transmission.

Additional Course Fees: 135



BHHS 101 - Introduction to Behavioral Health & Human Services

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the field of Behavioral Health and Human Services, including its history and evolution. Students are introduced to the scope of work within the human service profession and the settings where client services are provided. The course encourages students to explore ethics, values and self-understanding as these apply to the human services worker and workplace while acquiring communication skills and understanding of applicable current technology.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 102 - Social Determinants of Behavioral Health

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students learn about the social determinants (economic, social, and political) that affect people's behavioral health and how disparities impact health equity. By taking a broad community approach, the course enables students to contextualize individual behavioral health problems to consider ways to improve neighborhoods, increase health access, support high school graduation rates, and build social cohesion and civic participation.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BHHS 103 - Human Development and Behavior in the Social Environment

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a perspective on human behavior and development that deepens an understanding of their own behavior and that of the clients with whom they interact. Behavior will be examined through the Life Course Perspective by looking at how life stages, life events, and cultural differences operate within a biological, psychological, and social framework, shaping people's lives from conception to death. Students will also become familiar with assessment approaches used by Human Service workers when helping clients within their developmental contexts.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BHHS 105 - Introduction to Group Dynamics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Course presents different theories on the functioning of small face-to-face groups. Concepts such as norms, goals, leadership, cohesion, membership and decision-making will be explained. Students will practice observation skills so that they can diagnose a group. Each student also will have an opportunity to lead a group, exercising these observation skills. Open to all students.



BHHS 110 - Principles and Practice of Positive Youth Development: Community, Family and Youth Engagement

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on the foundations of the positive youth development approach. Students desiring to work with youth learn the essential principles and practices for fostering family, community, and youth engagement. Students will learn how to utilize and build upon the resources, skills, talents, and resilience existing within communities, families, and neighborhoods as the means for fostering positive development for youth. Additionally, students will design their own youth development project proposals and presentations. 



BHHS 111 - Introduction to Helping Skills

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Learning and application of basic and advanced interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to establish working relationships with individuals that help clients identify, explore and develop action plans. BHHS students must satisfactorily complete this course with a "C" grade or higher before taking practica and other higher level courses.

Prerequisite

BHHS 101, which may be taken concurrently.



BHHS 121 - Foundations of Addiction Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The biopsychosocial aspects of various addictive behavior will be examined. This will include the pharmacology of addictive substances, the physiological effects on the user, the psychological consequences of use, and the sociological conditions that cause and result from substance abuse. A brief history of drug and alcohol abuse will be introduced, along with various treatment approaches to addictions.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 131 - Faith and Spirituality in Human Services

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course integrates secular helping skills with faith-based healing practices in human services. Students will gain an understanding of community empowerment models of recovery and their interaction with faith and spiritual beliefs. The course explores issues of cultural competence, ethical practice and helping/healing relationships. Human services practices are discussed in the context of systems that promote recovery and resilience. The course concludes with a description of alternative healing resources that support optimal living.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 151 - Family and Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Family and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Abuse are pervasive social problems that impact the physical, emotional, psychological, and behavioral health of those who experience this victimization. This course focuses on the specific forms and cycles of abuse that occur within families and intimate partner relationships and the personal and interpersonal dynamics of the victims, perpetrators, and witnesses. Students will also be introduced to the intra-and intergenerational impact of family and intimate partner abuse and violence, along with the intersectionality of culture, age, sexual orientation, and gender. Strategies for prevention, intervention, survivor safety and the response of social service agencies and the criminal justice system will also be addressed.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BHHS 161 - Introduction to Disability Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed for students who are preparing to or currently work in the field of disability services, which includes services to those with developmental, intellectual and physical disabilities. It provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding and knowledge of disability services that takes into consideration the individual with a disability, societal influences, the environmental setting and disability law. Students will learn to employ recovery-centered planning and life skills training to support self-advocacy, productivity and inclusion of persons with disabilities in family, community and vocational settings. The role of the disability support provider, types of services and the manner in which services are delivered are also examined in this course.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 171 - Introduction to Aging Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students examine myths about aging and stereotypes of older adults and contrast them against facts that they gather about the older adult population in the U.S. and elsewhere. Through reading, research, and discussion, students identify and discuss current and predicted trends in aging, taking into consideration the biological, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of the aging process and of aging individuals across cultures. Students examine how broad social phenomena such as poverty impact older adults and learn about special populations within the aging community and the challenges and opportunities these and other issues present to caregivers and human service workers as they contribute to productive aging.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BHHS 191 - Introduction to Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with an introduction to the field of trauma and trauma-informed care. Students will examine the history of traumatic studies, as well as the current trauma-informed approaches to understanding and treating human psychological trauma, with a focus on how complex trauma experiences impact the cognitive, neuropsychological, and emotional development of survivors and relate to their behavioral and psychological symptoms. Students will be introduced to trauma-informed approaches designed to provide healing and self-care to survivors along with addressing vicarious trauma and the need for practitioner self-care.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BHHS 194 - Case Management Practice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students are introduced to the concept of case management within the context of human service delivery. They develop observation, problem-solving, recording and relationship building skills through the exploration of the case management process which includes client engagement and assessment, interview techniques and collection of client information. Students learn how to plan and develop a case file, refer clients for services, monitor the service coordination process and terminate a case. They also explore professional responsibility and cultural diversity in the context of case management practice.

Prerequisite

BHHS 111 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 195 - Practicum in Behavioral Health/Human Services I

3-12-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the first of two practicum courses in which students work directly with clients. Students spend 12 hours per week (156 hours per semester) in a field placement related to their area of interest. In addition, during class time they discuss field experiences and present a case related to a client and/or agency.

Prerequisite

BHHS 111 with a grade of "C" or better.



BHHS 205 - Interpersonal Group Dynamics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Coming Soon

Prerequisite

BHHS 105 with grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 212 - Resolution-Focused Helping Skills

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

BHHS 212 introduces students to the values, concepts, vocabulary, knowledge base and practice skills of time-sensitive approaches to helping relationships. The cultural and historical factors that have shaped time-limited approaches to treatment are emphasized. The course addresses how people change, extra-therapeutic factors and clinician-specific variables that predict successful outcomes in helping relationships. Motivational interviewing and resolution-focused models of helping are introduced and specific skill sets are practiced through role-plays, supervision, and audio and video recording. Students learn to work with individuals of varying ages and abilities in a variety of behavioral health settings and with groups using skills sets such as assessing readiness, identifying key challenges, establishing goals and taking specific action steps. This course is a continuation of BHHS 111, Introduction to Helping Skills.

Prerequisite

BHHS 111 with a grade of "C" or better.



BHHS 213 - Practicum in Behavioral Health/Human Services II

3-12-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the second of two practicum courses in which students work directly with clients. Students spend 12 hours per week (156 hours per semester) in a field placement. During class time, students develop the ability to make meaningful connections between direct practice experience and classroom knowledge especially as it relates to utilizing resolution-focused helping skills, increasing competence at managing personal responses to client issues and developing skills related to professional identity.

Prerequisite

BHHS 195 with a grade of "C" or better.

Co-requisites

BHHS 212 with a "C" grade or better. Must be taken concurrently.



BHHS 222 - Assessment and Service Planning in Recovery

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will explore the medical, psychological, cultural and social aspects of recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs of abuse. The student will be introduced to counseling techniques, case management, extended recovery and a person first approach to assessment issues, professional responsibility and proper ethical practice. Special populations such as dually diagnosed (co-occurring disorders) individuals and HIV substance abusers will be discussed. The course compares the traditional medical model and the community based social model of recovery.

Prerequisite

BHHS 121

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 241 - Crisis Intervention

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Prepares students to give immediate help to people experiencing crises. Applies a short-term crisis intervention model for assessing and helping persons regain equilibrium during these crisis experiences. Simulations and role-playing activities are used to model crisis intervention with situations such as: post-traumatic stress disorder, suicide, sexual assault, partner battering, addictions and personal loss.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 293 - Family and Relationship Counseling

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on counseling skills necessary to work with families and couples from a systems approach. Students will have an opportunity to practice the skills they learned in BHHS 111. They will apply those skills to relationships, including families and couples. In addition, class time will be devoted to learning about multicultural and diversity issues involved in working with families.

Prerequisite

BHHS 111 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BHHS 299 – Field Experience in Behavioral Health and Human Services

2-0-10-3
Credit Hours: 3

Field Experience in Behavioral Health and Human Services is designed to prepare students to become entry-level human service workers. Students gain an experiential, cumulative learning opportunity in a human services agency for 120 hours over the course of the semester. Students are placed into field sites that focus on micro, mezzo and macro aspects of practice under the supervision of both a faculty liaison/instructor and an agency field supervisor. Emphasis is placed on the integration of best practices as they pertain to emerging trends in the field. This learning takes place in various modalities which may include group and individual meetings with the instructor and/or the field instructor.

Prerequisite

BHHS 212, which may be taken concurrently, and BHHS 194 



BIOL 100 - Introduction to Life Sciences

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Introduction to Life Sciences is a first-year experience course designed to assist students interested in any career related to biological/life sciences in the development of the behaviors and strategies required for college-level academic inquiry and college success. The course introduces the scientific method, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and data interpretation as well as effective communication and academic integrity. Students must demonstrate classroom behaviors associated with success (attendance, punctuality, participation) and develop college preparedness skills (such as time management, reading and note taking for comprehension, study methods, and test taking strategies). Students in the Biological Sciences AA program will be required to enroll in BIOL 100 within the first 18 credits.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019, which may be taken concurrently or placement in FNMT 118 or higher.



BIOL 104 - Forensic Biology

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is an introductory course in the field of forensic science with a focus on forensic biology. Little or no prior knowledge of science is required; lectures and assigned readings will supply enough background information to enable the student to understand topics and techniques used in forensic science. This course will cover several disciplines within forensic biology and expose the student to the breadth of the field of forensic science. In doing so, students will gain a basic understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the forensic sciences as they are presently practiced in the field.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or MATH 118 (or higher) placement.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



BIOL 106 - General Biology I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the general concepts of biology, including the chemical and cellular organization of living things, metabolism, cell division, traditional and molecular genetics, evolution and ecology.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



BIOL 107 - General Biology II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the diversity of plant and animal life, and animal behavior. This is the second of two courses in the General Biology series. These courses are designed for the non-biology major.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 106 with a "C" or better.



BIOL 108 - Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive one semester course on the structure and function of the human body. Basic anatomy and physiology of all major organ systems will be covered in lecture and laboratory settings. Lab includes dissection demonstrations by course instructor.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or MATH 118 (or higher) placement.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



BIOL 109 Anatomy and Physiology I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Human physiology and biochemistry are studied systematically in lectures while anatomy is stressed in laboratory experiences requiring extensive dissection. This two semester sequence follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society. BIOL 109 is designed for students who have had high school biology and chemistry within 10 years or who have passed BIOL 106. BIOL 109 with a "C" or better is a prerequisite for BIOL 110.

Additional Course Fees: (BIOL 109 and BIOL 110): $175

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



BIOL 110 - Anatomy and Physiology II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Human physiology and biochemistry are studied systematically in lectures while anatomy is stressed in laboratory experiences requiring extensive dissection. This two semester sequence follows the recommendations of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society.

Course fee (BIOL 109 and BIOL 110): $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 109



BIOL 123 - Principles of Biology I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Designed for majors in the sciences and students interested in careers in science and technology, this course is an introduction to the fundamentals of modern cellular and molecular biology.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

CHEM 121 or CHEM 110 with a "C" or better and high school biology or permission of the department head.

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



BIOL 124 - Principles of Biology II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course explores the major groups of organisms with an emphasis on plant and animal structural, functional, ecological and evolutionary themes. Dissection required.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 123 with a "C" or better.



BIOL 211 - Genetics

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Basic principles of genetics using biochemical and molecular models are presented in lecture and laboratory experience. Collection and statistical analysis of data are an integral part of laboratory.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 106 or BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 or BIOL 123 with a "C" or better or permission of the department head.



BIOL 225 - Ecology and Field Biology

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students explore the relationships that exist between living things and their environment, with emphasis on many of the biotic and abiotic factors that contribute to environmental health and persistence. Participation in field experiences outside the regularly scheduled class and laboratory is required.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 107 or BIOL 124 with a grade of "C" or better in either



BIOL 241 - Principles of Microbiology

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Bacteria and viruses are studied. An emphasis is placed on the identification, metabolism, physiology and genetics of bacteria and viruses in lecture and laboratory experiences. Clinical aspects of selected microbes are discussed.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 106 or BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 or BIOL 123 with a "C" or better or permission of the department head.



BIOL 255 - Biotechnology I: Basic Laboratory Techniques in Biotechnology

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course focuses on foundation knowledge and lab competencies that are critical to success in the biotechnology industry. Learning to perform lab functions, such as making solutions, performing serial dilutions, making buffers, balancing pH, performing gel electrophoresis, and packing liquid chromatography columns, requires that students develop an understanding of the concepts and mathematics involved, practice the procedures, and demonstrate the competency to execute them.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or MATH 118 or higher with a "C" or better, or MATH 161 placement; CHEM 110 or CHEM 121BIOL 123 or BIOL 241 with a "C" or better.



BIOL 256 - Fermentation, Bioprocessing and Biomanufacturing

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is primarily project-based. Working in teams, students use fermentation and bioprocessing technologies to produce recombinant proteins in a biomanufacturing industry setting. They are expected to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), utilize aseptic technique, properly document their activities and apply current good manufacturing practice (cGMP). They need to work effectively in their teams and demonstrate good time management. Students draw upon essential knowledge and skills developed in BIOL 255 to complete projects. 

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 255 with a grade of "C" or better.



BIOL 281 - Biochemistry I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Biochemistry I introduces students to the concepts of modern biochemistry. It focuses primarily on the structure and function of proteins and nucleic acids. Emphasis is placed on enzyme mechanics, kinetics and regulation and concludes with a study of gene expression. The course is designed for students interested in pursuing further study in a science, medical or pharmacology field.

Course fee: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 123 with a "C" or better.

Co-requisites

CHEM 221, which may be taken concurrently



BLAS 101 - Introduction to Black Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is an introduction to the concept of Black Studies and global black identities. Black diaspora and contemporary issues facing global black communities will be introduced within the course.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BLAS 102 - Global Black Theory and Social Change

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to demonstrate the importance of local and global civic engagement, one of the Black Studies program's primary tenets. It utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to examine the evolution of Black philosophy and the major theories that have provided the foundations of Black Studies as a discipline. Through these examinations the course seeks to develop a utilization of these theories and philosophies towards restorative justice for the global Black community. 

Students engage in extensive readings in the origins of African intellectual genealogies, evolutions of resistance, black art and philosophy, and Afrofuturism. Authors such as Thiongo, Armah, Butler, and Asante are analyzed in the contexts of on-going African and African American struggles for liberation from all forms of oppression. 

Prerequisite

BLAS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



BLAS 250 - Special Topics in Black Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Special Topics in Black Studies will examine the historical and sociopolitical context of a given topic concerning black identity and the cultural impact and contributions of black people. The course will trace the historical patterns of the topic from its origins to the present, as well as emphasize the diversity of Black thought. The course will contextualize the topic of focus, such as code switching, postcolonialism, Pan-Africanism, critical race theory, black feminism, and social justice, within a relevant theoretical framework that speaks to historical realities. Students will read works about and within the topic and study its development as well as its historical, economic, political, and social contexts.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



BLAS 290 - Black Studies Capstone Course: Community Engagement and Civic Leadership

2-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

The Black Studies capstone course, Community Engagement and Civic Leadership, is designed to further develop student research and critical thinking skills, leadership and service as well as prepare students for the next steps in their academic and/or professional career within local and global black communities. Additionally, BLAS 290 requires semester long coursework on civic leadership, community engagement, and an additional 15-hour service learning project at a target site. Independent projects require proper approval.

Prerequisite

BLAS 101 and ENGL 102

Course Offered Online: Yes



BMET 101 - Biomedical Equipment Technology I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course will provide students with an overview of the role of the Biomedical Equipment Technician and the role of Biomedical Engineering departments in hospitals and the hospital environment in general. Students will learn basic theory of operation, function and clinical application of a range of medical devices, such as infusion pumps, heart monitors, blood pressure monitors, pulse oximeters, suction devices, and centrifuges and how to test these devices for proper operation.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

BIOL 108 or BIOL 110 (either may be taken concurrently.) 



BMET 102 - Biomedical Equipment Technology II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course builds on BMET 101 and further explores healthcare technology management. In addition, the course introduces students to computerized equipment control and record keeping. Safety issues will be covered in relation to both patient safety and the safety of Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMETs). The course will build on basic theory of operation, function, clinical application and operation testing of a range of medical devices started in BMET 101, providing greater depth in equipment already covered and expanding the range of devices students will learn about. 

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

BMET 101 with a grade of "C" or better and ELEC 120, which may be taken concurrently.



BMET 103 - Biomedical Equipment Technology Internship I

0-0-14-1
Credit Hours: 1

This course consists of 200 hours of supervised field experience with a hospital Biomedical or Clinical Engineering Department or hospital-based Independent Service Organization. Students will carry out inspections of basic medical devices and maintain records as required by the work site, under the supervision of an experienced Biomedical Equipment Technician or Clinical Engineer. The course provides students the opportunity to learn about professionalism in the workplace. Internship sites may have specific requirements for participation, such as vaccinations, background checks, drug screening, and so on. Students who do not meet these requirements may not be able to participate in an internship.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

BMET 102 with a grade of "C" or better and FNMT 118 or higher.



BMET 201 - Medical Devices

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides an in-depth look at the theory and operation of patient monitoring equipment and introduces other more complex medical devices, such as ventilators and dialysis machines. Upon completion of the course students. will be prepared to carry out basic troubleshooting procedures on a variety of medical devices. 

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

BMET 103 with a grade of "C" or better.



BMET 202 - Medical Devices in a Networked Environment

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course will emphasize the use of medical devices on wired and wireless networks. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to connect medical devices to a network, update medical device software, and communicate effectively with IT specialists regarding network problems.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

BMET 201; ELEC 130, which may be taken concurrently; CIS 105; and CIS 150 with a grade of "C" or better in all four courses



BMET 203 - Biomedical Equipment Technology Internship II

0-2-14-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course consists of 200 hours of supervised field experience with a hospital Biomedical or Clinical Engineering Department or hospital-based Independent Service Organization. Students will be expected to demonstrate competency in the inspection and repair of medical equipment, proficiency in the use of medical device inventory software, and the ability to communicate professionally with clinical staff. Internship sites may have specific requirements for participation, such as vaccinations, background checks, drug screening, and so on. Students who do not meet these requirements may not be able to participate in an internship.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

BMET 202 with a grade of "C" or better.



BTT 101 - Biomedical Technician Training Practicum

0-3-17.5-4
Credit Hours: 4

Laboratory-based practicum in standard laboratory techniques for 12 weeks at 35 hours per week. Hands-on experience with data record keeping, laboratory tasks and routines, and the use and maintenance of lab equipment and reagents. Includes 2 weeks of preliminary, in-depth skills orientation followed by 10 weeks of hands-on training in various research laboratories at The Wistar Institute, or a comparable research laboratory or biotechnology company.

Prerequisite

Permission of the Biomedical Training academic coordinator and completion of the Orientation to Biomedical Technology.



BUSL 101 - Navigating Leadership and Business Professions

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces first-year students in business and professional programs and related fields to success strategies for self-leadership and college-level scholarship, including career planning, problem solving, critical thinking, professionalism, cultural competence, working within teams, and basic business literacy, as well helping students gain institutional knowledge of the College. Students create a comprehensive personal leadership plan, including academic, financial, and career/transfer components. Business students are required to enroll in BUSL 101 within the first twelve credits.

Course Offered Online: Yes



BUSL 125 - Customer Service Leadership

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course covers the major components of customer service, including techniques to provide information and effectively resolve customer issues through various communication methods. Students will learn to use customer service as a competitive advantage by understanding the customers' perspectives and identifying ways to meet or exceed their needs and expectations.

Prerequisite

BUSL 101, which may be taken concurrently, or ENTR 101

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



BUSL 180 - Building Teams & Managing People

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students will learn how to build a team, improve teamwork through collaboration, and sustain a high performing team through continuous learning and improvement. Students will evaluate external and internal factors that affect team performance. Students will also learn best practices for aligning individual and team goals, establishing team member roles, building team structures, and managing team conflict and resolution.

Prerequisite

BUSL 101



BUSL 190 - Experiential Learning in Business

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

In this one-credit course, students participate in a supervised "real-world" learning experience, such as an internship, study abroad, or business simulation, where they learn and apply business concepts. The course combines formal class time with the learning experience to prepare students to challenge themselves with new opportunities, reflect upon their experiences, and engage in self-leadership practices.



BUSL 195 - Experiential Learning in Business

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this three-credit course, students participate in a supervised "real-world" learning experience, such as an internship, study abroad, business simulation, or research experience, where business concepts and skills are taught and applied. The course combines formal class time with the learning experience to prepare students to challenge themselves with new opportunities, reflect upon their experiences, engage in self-leadership practices, and perform project management tasks.



BUSL 215 - Organizational Leadership

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Applying advanced leadership principles and strategies, students work individually and in teams to make decisions when designing, growing, or changing organizations and organizational culture. The course focuses on leadership approaches to organizational elements such as culture, mission, reporting structure, multiculturalism/diversity, technology, and people management.

Prerequisite

BUSL 125 or (PJMT 110 and PJMT 130)



BUSL 240 - Ethics and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Business

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students learn the role of ethics in business decision making, use ethical reasoning to anticipate issues in business and apply strategies to mitigate them. Students will also apply the ethics of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) in business, identifying the opportunities and challenges of diversity hiring and inclusive strategies, and delving into corporate culture and its social responsibility for promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.



CHEM 101 - Fundamentals of Chemistry I (Lab Based)

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

A fundamental course for non-science majors requiring a laboratory science. Does not satisfy the requirements for Biology, Chemistry or Engineering program students who should take CHEM 121-122. Topics covered include measurement; elements and compounds; properties of matter; early atomic theory and structure; nomenclature of inorganic compounds; quantitative composition of compounds; chemical equations and calculations; modern atomic theory and the periodic table; chemical bonds; the gaseous state of matter; liquids; chemical equilibrium; oxidation-reduction. Laboratory covers basic techniques and illustrates principles presented in class. 

Additional Course Fees: $260

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



CHEM 102 - Fundamentals of Chemistry II (Lab Based)

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

A continuation of CHEM 101. A fundamental course for non-science majors requiring a laboratory science. Does not satisfy the requirements for Biology, Chemistry or Engineering program students who should take CHEM 121-122. Topics covered include water and solutions; acids & bases; introduction to organic chemistry; alkanes; unsaturated hydrocarbons; lipids; carbohydrates; amino acids; nucleic acids. Laboratory covers basic techniques and illustrates principles presented in class. 

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 101 or CHEM 110 with a grade of "C" or better.



CHEM 103 - Fundamentals of Chemistry I (Non-Lab Based)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A fundamental course for non-science majors without a laboratory component. Lecture content is the same as CHEM 101 (see the course description under CHEM 101).

This is offered only as a distance education course. Students who require a laboratory should take CHEM 101.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



CHEM 104 - Fundamentals of Chemistry II (Non-Lab Based)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of CHEM 103. A fundamental course for non-science majors without a laboratory component. Lecture content is the same as CHEM 102 (see the course description under CHEM 102). This is offered only as a distance education course. Students who require a laboratory should take CHEM 102.

Prerequisite

CHEM 103 or CHEM 101 or CHEM 110, with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



CHEM 105 - Inquiry into Chemistry

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a one semester introductory chemistry course with laboratory. The topics will include the history of chemistry, the periodic table, bonding, the mole, energy, gases, acid-base-salt and water. The course will emphasize a discovery approach in which the student will learn to interpret laboratory observations in the manner of a real world scientist. The experiments will be less prescribed and more open to interpretation with the goal of appreciating chemistry more as a rational field of inquiry than as a fixed set of rules. The course is particularly appropriate for Liberal Arts and Education majors. Offered only in the fall and spring semesters. 

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 ready. 

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



CHEM 110 - Introductory Chemistry

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

Fundamental laws and theories of chemistry. Metric system, introduction to matter, atomic structure, chemical bonding, periodic table, chemical reactions and equations, gases, solutions, pH and introductory organic chemistry. Scientific notation, the use of conversion factors and problem-solving are stressed. A laboratory science course for Allied Health students and Fire Science students, as well as students who need additional preparation prior to taking CHEM 121-122. 

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or MATH 118 placement and ENGL 101 ready.

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



CHEM 118 - Introduction to Biochemistry

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

Introduction to the chemistry of biological systems. Emphasis is placed on biologically important chemical compounds, such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, enzymes, hormones, vitamins and their reaction mechanisms in living organisms. Energy transformations in the cell, the structure and function of nucleic acids, drugs, radiation in human life and an introduction to nutrition and food additives are also included. Laboratory experiments cover important reactions of biochemical compounds. Designed for Allied Health students. 

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 101CHEM 110 or CHEM 121 with a grade of "C" or better.



CHEM 120 - Chemistry Laboratory

0-3-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

This course is intended to provide a laboratory experience for those students who have successfully completed a Chemistry lecture course (as verified by transcript) without a simultaneous laboratory experience. The course consists of laboratory experiments designed to supplement and enhance the content of the associated three credit hour Chemistry lecture course. 

Additional Course Fees: $115

Prerequisite

CHEM 103 or CHEM 104 with a grade of "C" or better, or a CHEM lecture course from a transfer institution with a grade of "C" or better; permission of the department head.



CHEM 121 - College Chemistry I

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

A transfer level chemistry course for Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and pre-professional program students requiring a laboratory science. Topics covered include matter, measurement, and problem solving; atoms and elements; molecules, compounds, and chemical reactions; chemical quantities and aqueous reactions; gases; thermochemistry; the quantum-mechanical model of the atom; periodic properties of the elements; chemical bonding (the Lewis model & molecular shapes), valence bond theory, and molecular orbital theory; liquids, solids, and intermolecular forces. Laboratory experiments demonstrate many of the principles presented in lecture and allow students to practice basic laboratory techniques, careful observation and the rigorous treatment of experimental data.

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 110 with a grade of "C" or better and FNMT 118 or MATH 118. 

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



CHEM 122 - College Chemistry II

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

A continuation of CHEM 121. A transfer level chemistry course for Science, Engineering, pre-professional and Chemical Technology program students requiring a laboratory science. Topics covered include solutions; thermodynamics; kinetics; equilibrium in gaseous systems; acid-base equilibrium; solubility equilibrium; redox reactions; electrochemistry. Laboratory experiments demonstrate many of the principles presented in lecture and allow students to continue to practice basic laboratory techniques, careful observation and the rigorous treatment of experimental data.

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 121 with a grade of "C" or better.



CHEM 203 - Basic Pharmacology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduces students to the science of pharmacology. Emphasis is placed on the mechanisms of action for selected drugs from each pharmacological class, their therapeutic value, adverse reactions, pharmacodynamics, routes of administration, metabolism and excretion as they are related to specific disease processes. Provisions of U.S. drug law and enforcement agencies are reviewed.

Prerequisite

BIOL 110



CHEM 214 - Chemical Analysis

3-4-5
Credit Hours: 4

This course presents the theory and application of qualitative and quantitative analysis, with an emphasis on quantitative methods. The course includes laboratory work in which students will gain hands-on experience with analytical methods and instrumentation. 

Only offered in the spring semester.

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 122 with a grade of "C" or better and MATH 162 with a grade of "C" or better. 



CHEM 221 - Organic Chemistry I

3-4-5
Credit Hours: 5

An upper level organic chemistry course for Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and pre-professional program students requiring one or more semesters of organic chemistry. Topics covered include structure, synthesis, reactivity and stereochemistry of organic compounds (especially alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkyl halides, alkenes, cycloalkenes and alkynes); free radical substitution, nucleophilic substitution, elimination, ionic addition and free radical addition reactions; principles of organic spectroscopy; stereochemistry; introductory kinetics and reaction mechanisms. Substances representative of the various classes of organic compounds are prepared and analyzed in the laboratory.

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 122 with a grade of "C" or better.



CHEM 222 - Organic Chemistry II

3-4-5
Credit Hours: 5

A continuation of CHEM 221. An upper level organic chemistry course for Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and pre-professional program students requiring one or more semesters of organic chemistry. Topics covered include infrared spectroscopy; nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy; ethers and epoxides; conjugated systems; aromatic compounds and their reactions; carboxylic acids and their derivatives; ketone and aldehydes; amines; additions and condensation of enols and enolate ions. Substances representative of the various classes of organic compounds are prepared and analyzed in the laboratory. 

Additional Course Fees: $260

Prerequisite

CHEM 221 with a grade of "C" or better.



CHIN 101 - Elementary Chinese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary Chinese 101 will introduce spoken and written Chinese to students who have had little or no previous knowledge of the language. Students will develop basic communicative competence in both spoken and written Chinese and are introduced to the cultural nuances that lie behind basic communication. 



CHIN 102 - Elementary Chinese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of spoken and written Chinese for students who have completed Elementary Chinese 101. Students will develop basic communicative competence in both spoken and written Chinese and are introduced to the cultural nuances that lie behind basic communication. 

Prerequisite

CHIN 101



CHIN 201 - Intermediate Chinese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of Chinese 102. Building upon language skills acquired in the previous course, Chinese 201 will increase students' knowledge of the fundamental grammatical structures of Chinese and their ability to communicate in both spoken and written Chinese in a wide range of situations in daily, social and academic life. Students will be introduced to reading materials of increasing complexity on a variety of topics reflecting different aspects of traditional and modern Chinese culture.

Prerequisite

CHIN 102



CHIN 202 - Intermediate Chinese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of Chinese 201. Building upon language skills acquired in the previous course, Chinese 202 will increase students' knowledge of the fundamental grammatical structures of Chinese and their ability to communicate in both spoken and written Chinese in a wide range of situations in daily, social and academic life. Students will be introduced to reading materials of increasing complexity on a variety of topics reflecting different aspects of traditional and modern Chinese culture. 

Prerequisite

CHIN 201



CIS 103 - Introduction to Information Technology

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is an exploration of modern computer technology used for communication, collaboration, problem solving, decision making, and increasing personal productivity. Topics covered include word processing, electronic spreadsheet, presentation, and database management software; collaboration and networking software; the Internet of Things; and ethical issues related to technology. This is a Windows based hands-on course.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



CIS 105 - Computer Systems Maintenance

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides students with knowledge, skills, and experience in installing and supporting the Microsoft Windows operating system. It helps prepare students for CompTIA A+ certification and provides a foundation for related Microsoft certifications.

Additional Course Fees: $85



CIS 106 - Introduction to Computer Programming

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of object-oriented computer programming using the Python programming language. The course covers the logical design of computer programs, simple input and output, data checking, formatting reports, and simple mathematical processing, such as counting, summing and finding minima and maxima. This is the first programming course taken by CIS majors and is a good introductory course for anyone interested in exploring computer programming. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 114 - JavaScript I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and develop interactive websites using the JavaScript language. Students will build dynamic websites and applications while learning programming concepts such as data types, control structures, functions, and objects. Students will learn to build basic HTML and CSS-based web pages and how to enhance these pages with JavaScript. Additionally, students are introduced to advanced JavaScript topics such as security and asynchronous programming concepts. Students are exposed to real-world examples of JavaScript and will construct interactive and dynamic client-side applications.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 130 - Web Page Design I

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with essential skills in web development, covering fundamental networking and internet concepts, accessibility testing for webpages, ethical considerations in web development, and web deployment strategies. Through this course, students will establish a strong foundation in the creation of standards-compliant websites. The curriculum encompasses the principles of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) for effective website structuring, as well as Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for styling and formatting of web pages.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 103

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 150 - Network Technology

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces fundamental networking theory and practice, including basic networking infrastructure, topology, and terminology; the OSI model; installing and configuring client systems and peripheral devices; configuring and troubleshooting network connections; and maintaining network security. This course should help students prepare for CompTIA Network + (Net+) certification.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 152 - Introduction to Cybersecurity

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the field of cybersecurity. Students are introduced to various security topics, including Internet security, malware, vulnerability, cyber terrorism, cyber fraud, cyber detectives, firewalls, privacy, policies/procedures, mitigation strategies to potential cyber threats, and legal and regulatory aspects of cybersecurity. Lectures and projects promote understanding of cyber threats and security.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 150 may be taken concurrently

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 155 - Principles of Operating Systems

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to commands and operations in several commonly used operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows, Linux/Unix, Mac OS, and mobiles device operating systems. Topics include installing software, file management, configuring the user environment, device installation, security configuration, OS hardening, troubleshooting common operating system problems, and disaster recovery.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 200: Apple App Development I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of developing native applications for Apple platforms such as iOS. Students will learn details of Apple mobile platforms and programming languages and develop programs using Apple specific development environments. Emphasis will be placed on building apps intended for distribution on phones or tablets. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 106 or CIS 114 or CSCI 111.



CIS 201 - Apple App Development II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course teaches the development of native applications for Apple platforms such as iOS. Students will learn development techniques and practices suitable for producing real-world apps designed for devices such as phones and tablets. Students expand on the ideas from CIS 200: Apple App Development I and learn to work with remote data and advanced object oriented concepts. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 200



CIS 204 - Fundamentals of Linux and Unix

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the installation, use, and maintenance of widely-used derivatives of the UNIX operating system, such as the Fedora and Debian distributions of Linux. Topics include file management, user account management, bash shell commands, shell scripting, working with desktop environments, peripheral device connectivity, and Linux/Unix networking basics. Students will also be introduced to common application software for these environments.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 105 or CIS 155

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 205 - Database Management Systems

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

As an introduction to relational database management systems and database programming for computers using modern enterprise database servers, this course covers fundamental concepts in database design, database modeling techniques, and Structured Query Language (SQL) programming techniques while providing hands-on exercises in which students apply these concepts and techniques to real-world problems. The course introduces the Structured Query Language (SQL database language), Data Manipulation Language (DML), Data Definition Language (DDL), Data Control Language (DCL), and store procedure programming. It also includes concepts for building frameworks for high performance web applications in multi-tier environments. Students will implement a relational database from initial requirements and conceptual design (ER Diagram) to the physical database in a modern enterprise relational database management system (RDMS).

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CSCI 112, which may be taken concurrently, or CIS 103 or CSCI 118.

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 211 - Android App Development I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of developing native applications for Android devices. Students will learn details of Android mobile platforms and programming languages. Emphasis will be placed on building apps intended for distribution on phones or tablets. Students will learn techniques and apply them to design mobile user interfaces and apply standards to create intuitive, usable and efficient applications. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 106 or CIS 114 or CSCI 111.



CIS 212 - Android App Development II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

In this course, students learn the process of developing native applications for Android devices. Students learn development techniques and practices suitable for producing real-world apps designed for devices such as phones and tablets. Students expand on the ideas from CIS 211: Android App Development I and work hands-on with remote data, data storage and device sensors. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 211.



CIS 228 - JavaScript II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is a second-level class in the JavaScript programming language. It provides students with advanced concepts in developing programs running client-side via the browser. Students will also learn how JavaScript can be used to create standalone applications via the Node.js platform. Students will study JavaScript concepts such as asynchronous execution, AJAX/Fetch API, client-side rendering, JavaScript package managers, JavaScript modules and namespaces, and Object Oriented programming. Students will apply these concepts to develop programs and scripts to solve problems based on real-world examples. 

Prerequisite

CIS 114



CIS 230 - Web Page Design II

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides a survey of current professional trends in front-end web development. Students will develop websites using techniques common in the professional sphere. Additionally, students will collaborate and present their work to enhance communication and speaking skills. Topics include responsive web design, prototyping, user interface design, content management systems, and CSS and HTML preprocessors. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 130

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 244 - Server-Side Web Development

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course exposes students to the ideas of web application development using server-side programming languages. Concepts such as dynamic web page creation, authentication, database integration, security, and data processing will be covered. Students will apply these concepts to solve real-world problems by building functioning web-based applications that can be accessed via a web browser.  

Prerequisite

CIS 114 and CIS 205, which may be taken concurrently



CIS 252 - Managing Network Servers

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is an introduction to the knowledge and skills required to set up, maintain, troubleshoot, secure and support server hardware and software. This course helps students prepare for CompTIA's Server+ certification.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 150

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 256 - Network Routing and Switching

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is an introduction to the knowledge and skills required to set up, maintain, troubleshoot, secure and support computer network routers and switches. This course helps students prepare for Cisco's CCNA certification. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 150



CIS 259 - Computing and Network Security

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides an introduction to computing and network security. It is intended to meet the needs of students and professionals who want to master practical network and computer security. Those seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association's (CompTIAs) Security+ certification exam will find the course's approach and content especially helpful because the Security+ objectives will be covered in the course, and if mastered, will prepare the student to pass the certification exam. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 150 with a grade of "C" or better



CIS 261 - Cyber Investigation

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course focuses on the principles and hands-on technical skills to provide students with a solid foundation in the field of cyber investigation. Students will learn how to collect, preserve, examine and analyze cyber evidence for possible use in civil or criminal cases. Students will also learn the role of evidence in detecting and prosecuting cyber crimes, cyber terrorism, traditional and violent crimes, civil cases, fraud and other related offenses. Discussions and hands-on activities familiarize students with relevant cyber investigative techniques. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 155



CIS 270 - Systems Analysis and Design

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides an introduction to System Analysis and Design. Topics include analyzing the business case, requirements modeling, data and process modeling, and development strategies, with an increased focus on object modeling and project management. Students will also learn about output and user interface design, data design, system architecture and implementation, and system operation, support, and security.

 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 205

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 271 - Information Technology Project Management

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course integrates theory, practice, and hands-on exercises to present an understandable view of the many concepts, skills, tools, and techniques involved in IT project management. Students will learn how effective project management and the use of software can help to manage projects, especially information technology projects. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 103 and FNMT 118 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 274 - Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course continues and expands students' understanding of issues related to cybersecurity. Students learn more advanced skills, such as ethical hacking/penetration testing, security testing and systems/network defense and countermeasures. Students learn how to protect networks by utilizing the techniques that attackers use to compromise network and systems security. Students learn how to protect network/systems through hands-on lab activities utilizing the same tools and methods that intruders use to break into networks/systems. Topics include: hacker methodology and tools, how hackers operate, and setting up strong countermeasures to protect networks/systems.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 152 and CIS 259

Course Offered Online: Yes



CIS 288 - Cloud Computing

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course teaches the fundamental concepts of cloud computing using hands-on, lab-based exercises. Students will learn to provision servers using automation tools, develop and deploy web applications to cloud-based services and to virtualized infrastructure. Students will be presented with a survey of existing cloud providers and infrastructure and will plan the deployment of an application as a final project. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CIS 103.



CMS 107 - Media and Society

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

COMING SOON

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



CMS 114 - Introduction to Communication and Media Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Coming Soon



CMS 140 - Communication Technology for the Workplace

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Coming Soon



CMS 180 - Social Media & Digital Cultures

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Coming Soon



COL 101 - College Success Seminar

0-2-1
Credit Hours: 1

The College Success Seminar is designed to increase students' persistence and success in college by providing them with the academic, personal, and life management tools needed to function effectively and complete their course of study. The seminar will cover topics that revolve around three major issues: navigating the system, academic focus and transition to college.



COUN 101 - Life Planning and Career Decision-Making

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A course in theories, techniques and resources for career exploration. Opportunities for self-assessment are provided, with assignments designed to identify personal interests, abilities, values and experiences as a basis for generating career alternatives. The decision-making model presented has applications for facilitating vocational selection and is equally appropriate for general life planning. The multimedia approach to the world of work information-gathering uses printed and computerized resources, as well as videotapes, guest speakers and personal interviews. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 placement

Course Offered Online: Yes



CSCI 111 - Computer Science I

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

An introduction to algorithm development and object-oriented programming, with an overview of computers, programming languages, and professional ethics. Programming topics include algorithms and problem-solving, fundamental programming constructs, and object-oriented software design. Students will use word processing and presentation software to collaboratively document and report on programming projects within the course. The course currently uses the Java and Python programming languages.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or MATH 118 or higher; (or MATH 161 placement) 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



CSCI 112 - Computer Science II

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

An introduction to object-oriented programming and algorithm development, with an overview of computers, programming languages, and professional ethics. Programming topics include algorithms and problem-solving, fundamental programming constructs, and object-oriented software design. Students will use word processing, presentation, and social networking software to collaboratively document and report on programming projects within the course. A continuation of CSCI 111, presenting fundamental concepts in computer science and object-oriented programming using the Java and C++ programming languages. Topics include recursion, using application programming interfaces (APIs), database connectivity, software validation, fundamental sorting and searching algorithms, parallel processing, and analysis of algorithmic complexity. Instruction in the use of electronic spreadsheet software to analyze and describe the spatial and temporal complexity of algorithms is a part of the course. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CSCI 111 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



CSCI 118 - Foundations of Data Science

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to fundamental techniques and applications in Data Science and Big Data analytics. Students learn the processes for managing data analytics projects, practices for exploratory data analysis, fundamental statistical and analytical methods, technologies that support exploratory data analysis, and ethical issues encountered in data science and the consequences of data misuse. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 completed with a grade of "C" or better (or placement in MATH 161 or higher) and either CSCI 111, which may be taken concurrently or CIS 106, which may be taken concurrently.



CSCI 125 - Introduction to Video Game and Simulation Development

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to professional video game and simulation development, including the modern video game industry and its historical development, game analysis and design, game programming technology and practices, graphics and sound technology used in games and simulations, and ethical issues related to video games and simulations. Students will learn about the game development process for both serious and casual games and the roles that various professionals play in that development. They will engage in a semester-long project to design, build, and publish an entry-level computer-based video game using a game development engine.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Course Offered Online: Yes



CSCI 211 - Data Structures and Algorithms

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course covers the theory and application of commonly used data structures and related algorithms for maintaining them. Emphasis is placed on efficiency, appropriate use, and the creation of encapsulated, object-oriented data structures. Students learn to implement iterative and recursive sorting algorithms, variations of linear data structures (linked lists, stacks, queues, and hash tables), variations of non-linear data structures (trees, heaps, and graphs), and the algorithms used process each structure's data. The course uses the Java, C++, and Python programming languages.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CSCI 112 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



CSCI 213 - Computer Organization

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces the fundamentals of the hardware environment that serves as the basis for the functional components of a digital computer system. Digital logic, machine-level representation of data, instruction sets and addressing modes, I/O devices and their interconnections, processor organization, and memory architectures are among the essential topics of the course. Students further examine assembly-level machine organization to create assembly language programs, implement I/O operations and interrupts, and describe how the instructions of a high-level language maps to assembly/machine instructions.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

MATH 163, which may be taken concurrently, and CSCI 111 with a grade of "C" or better.



CSCI 215 - Introduction to Android Development

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course prepares students to enter the mobile computing field. Students begin to prepare for these careers in a variety of entry-level positions such as mobile app developer, software developer, programmer, and mobile game developer. The course builds on a solid foundation of programming skills and design skills and introduces the specific skills needed for developing Android mobile/wireless applications. Students gain an understanding of mobile/wireless technologies and how these technologies are utilized and integrated to meet specific business needs. Current technologies and architectures that provide the network and communications infrastructure for mobile enabled systems are also covered. Students will learn to design mobile user interfaces and apply standards to create intuitive, usable and efficient applications. 

Prerequisite

CSCI 111 with a grade of "C" or better



CSCI 218 - Statistics for Computing and Data Science

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Statistics for Computing and Data Science is a study of fundamental probability and statistical methods as they apply to the fields of computer science, data science, and precursory knowledge for further study in statistical computing. Major topics include descriptive and inferential statistics, basic probability theory, discrete and continuous distributions, and an introduction to estimation and regression. Students use a statistical programming language to apply course concepts, conduct experiments, and perform simulations. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

MATH 161 with a grade of "C" or better (or higher placement) and either CSCI 111 with a grade of "C" or better or CSCI 118 with a grade of "C" or better.



CSCI 221 - Machine Learning

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

In this introduction to the mathematical foundations of machine learning, statistical models and algorithms for supervised and unsupervised learning will be implemented to perform classification, clustering, and rule learning. This course uses the Python and R programming languages.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CSCI 118 with a grade of "C" or better or CSCI 218 with a grade of "C" or better.



CSR 110 - Introduction to Corporate Social Responsibility

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the introductory course for the Corporate Social Responsibility Proficiency Certificate. This course provides an overview of a business's obligation, known as the "triple bottom line" to create fair stakeholder relationships and to use environmentally sustainable practices while achieving financial success. Students will apply critical and systems thinking to evaluating corporate social responsibility policies. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



CSR 120 - Business and Stakeholder Relationships

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides a comprehensive overview of how and why businesses establish good relationships with all of their stakeholders in order to maintain financial success over time. Stakeholders include employees, owners, suppliers, customers, and the communities where businesses are located. Prerequisite: CSR 110, which may be taken concurrently. 



CSR 130 - Current Developments in Sustainable Technologies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will examine a wide range of tools and methods that businesses can use in achieving environmental sustainability goals related to energy use, material management, water, and food systems. Students will also review financial considerations in a business's decision-making process regarding these sustainable technology options. Prerequisite: CSR 110, which may be taken concurrently.



CULA 151 - Elementary Baking and Pastry

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces students to proper techniques and principles of baking and pastry making, proper kitchen sanitation and safety standards, basic pastry preparation and equipment handling as practiced in the food service industry. Special significance is placed on the study of ingredient functions, product identification, and weight measures as applied to baking and pastry. Students will prepare a variety of baked and pastry goods including breads, pastries, and decorated cakes.

(Approximate cost for uniform and supplies: $500)

Additional Course Fees: $85



CULA 161 - Food Service Safety & Sanitation

2-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course is recommended for all foodservice managers, supervisors and other personnel in restaurants, hospitals, nursing homes, child care facilities, school cafeterias and other food-handling establishments. This course prepares students for the ServSafe® certification exam.



CULA 170 - Elementary Food Preparation, Principles, and Practices

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course teaches fundamentals of commercial food preparation with current methods and principles of food production practiced in the food service industry. The course introduces students to the techniques and principles of fundamental cooking methods, proper kitchen sanitation and safety standards, basic food preparation and knife handling. Students learn how to use commercial kitchen equipment and maintain restaurant industry sanitation and safety principles. Students will also learn how to handle and serve food safely.

(Approximate cost for uniform and supplies: $500)

Additional Course Fees: $85



CULA 171 - Quantity Food Preparation

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces students to advanced techniques and quantity cooking methods, emphasizing plate presentation and timing as well as safety in handling proteins in advanced food preparations. Students continue to learn how to use new commercial kitchen equipment and to maintain restaurant industry sanitation and safety principles. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CULA 170



CULA 210 - American Cuisine

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

American regional cuisines, including specialties, characteristics and ingredients are introduced. Preparation and presentation procedures for the production of regional dishes will be applied. This will be done through classroom instruction, demonstration and student laboratory practices.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CULA 151, and CULA 171



CULA 211 - International Cuisine

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students will examine the role food plays in religion, culture, connection, region, and country. Students will prepare and present foods from international regions, including Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Kitchen safety, knife skills, and sanitation will also be introduced.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CULA 151 and CULA 171

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



CULA 220 - Culinary Arts Work Experience I

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is the first of two work experience courses in the Culinary Arts degree program. Students will work in a supervised environment to create and serve meals to meet customers' needs. Students are expected to apply principles, techniques, and safety practices taught in the Culinary Arts curriculum.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CULA 171



CULA 240 - Modern Foods & Techniques

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

In this course, students have the opportunity to prepare food using scientific, alternative, and modern approaches, with an emphasis on ways to cook efficiently, maximize nutrition, and meet customers' ever-changing dietary preferences. The course material includes topics such as food selection, food evaluation and food composition.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CULA 210 & CULA 211 and ENGL 101



CULA 270 - Advanced Food Production and Finishing

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

A professional approach to providing food service for various occasions. Included are: client solicitation; presentation; menu planning and pricing of various types of table services and settings and packaging of the total occasion for the client.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

CULA 210 and CULA 211



CULA 271 - Food & Beverage Revenue Management

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on analyzing and controlling expenses related to food, beverage, labor, and marketing. Students will explore common control methods and techniques using data to make necessary decisions in food service operations. Students will examine the role marketing plays in revenue management and utilize current marketing strategies to increase revenue.

Prerequisite

CULA 210 and CULA 211.



CULA 288 - Culinary Arts Work Experience II

1-15-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides work experience related to students' career interests in a supervised environment. Students are expected to recognize the relationship between principles taught in the Culinary Arts curriculum and practices in the workplace. Employer evaluation and students' reports are required and provide the basis for evaluation of student performance. Offered only in the 14-week extended summer session. 

Prerequisite

CULA 220 and ENGL 101



DF 101 - Introduction to Digital Forensics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the use of computers in the commission of crimes and civil wrongs, the elements of computer crimes and civil wrongs, and the detection, collection, analysis and production of digital evidence. Students will use computer and digital media resources to explore basic digital forensic investigation techniques. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101 or PLS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



DF 201 - Digital Forensics II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course students examine the techniques used to gather evidence from digital media in a court-acceptable manner and then analyze that evidence using advanced tools and techniques. Students will use computer resources to conduct analyses on actual digital media and attempt to recover evidence that can be used in a classroom "investigation" exercise. 

Prerequisite

DF 101



DF 203 - Networking and Forensics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will focus on the tools and skills involved in recovering information and/or evidence from computers, networks and network components in a forensically sound manner. Students will learn how network artifacts can serve as repositories for important data including evidence of crimes and other wrongful acts. They will also become skilled in the best practices for acquiring this data. 

Prerequisite

DF 101 and CIS 150



DF 220 - Intrusion Response

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students learn the complexities, technical details, and skills involved in investigating instances in which network and computer defenses have been compromised due to intrusions. Because of the sheer scope of a network, this course will require students to expand their technical and analytical skills. They will examine the planning of intrusions, methods employed in the surveillance of networks, and techniques intruders employ to penetrate and damage them. These concepts will be put into the context of investigating crimes that occur where computer networks are the "victim." 

Prerequisite

DF 101 and CIS 150



DF 250 - Digital Forensics Case and Laboratory Management

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on the processes involved in digital forensics case work and is designed to prepare students to develop and sustain a career in the field. The course will cover creation of the laboratory, development of effective operating procedures, quality management, and expert report development in the analysis of digital media.

Prerequisite

DF 201



DH 115 - Oral, Head and Neck Anatomy

3-0-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to head and neck anatomy; dental nomenclature; primary and permanent tooth development, anatomy, function, terminology and occlusion will be included. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 and CIS 103



DH 121 - Oral Histology and Embryology

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

Study of the embryologic development of orofacial organs and structure and the microscopic examination of tissue structures through the development and organization of these organs. 

Prerequisite

DH 115DH 135DH 150DH 191 and BIOL 109.



DH 135 - Dental Radiology

2-3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Theoretical information on radiation physics, x-ray production, image formation and techniques for intra and extraoral radiographs, radiographic anatomy and interpretation will be presented.  Laboratory exercises prepare students to competently expose and mount dental radiographs on patients.  Consideration will be given to the health, safety, and welfare of both the operator and the patient.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 and CIS 103

Co-requisites

DH 115, DH 150, DH 191, BIOL 109



DH 150 - Dental Auxiliary Practices

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

DH 150 is both a lecture and pre-clinical course that introduces students to dental auxiliary practices, including the theory, principles and practice of dentistry. Students also learn about the specialty areas in dentistry and the use of dental materials. The dental specialties discussed include orthodontics, restorative and cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, periodontic dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, prosthodontics and endodontics and common medical diseases. Emergencies and CPR are also topics discussed in this course. Students are given the opportunity to develop and practice clerical, chair-side and laboratory skills typically utilized in the dental office.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 and CIS 103



DH 165 - Nutrition and Biochemistry in Dentistry

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Introduction to the principles of human nutrition including energy metabolism with emphasis on carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and their action in the body particularly as related to oral health. Also included are the role of vitamins and minerals and the application of the relationship of food sources to oral health. In addition, students are introduced to the analysis of diets for patient evaluation and education. 

Prerequisite

DH 115DH 135DH 150DH 191 and BIOL 109.



DH 191 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I

2-0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

A study of foundational knowledge for performing clinical skills on patients with emphasis on infection control principles, instrumentation procedures, patient assessment and professionalism. Students will develop manual skills necessary for instrumentation while performing preventive and therapeutic services. Legal, ethical, and management aspects of total patient care will be discussed.  Theory is used to provide a foundation for the practice of procedures during clinical experiences.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 CIS 103 and CPR certification.



DH 192 - Clinical Dental Hygiene II

2-0-6-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a continuation of DH 191. The focus is on preparing students to perform traditional dental hygiene clinical techniques. They learn about instrumentation (sharpening, designs, and uses of dental hygiene instruments) and tooth examination through radiographs and tooth treatments, including deposit and stain removal, selective coronal polishing, and fluoride applications. They prepare and use study models, learn about the care of removable dental prosthesis, and develop treatment plans in preparation for the clinical work in DH 293. Students are provided with the opportunity to practice learned clinical skills on peers. Students will also develop and participate in an informative poster session, that will be used in the following semester for the professional associations state meeting.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

DH 115DH 135DH 150DH 191 and BIOL 109.

Co-requisites

ENGL 102 (ENGL 102 may be taken concurrently with DH 192)



DH 210 - Local Anesthesia

2-3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

During this course, the dental hygiene student will be introduced to oro-facial anatomy, physiology and pathology, to the local anesthesia armamentarium and to anesthesia treatment and application. Additionally, the student will participate in hands-on application of oro-facial anesthesia administration in pre-clinic lab and clinical component settings. 

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

DH 121DH 165DH 192 and BIOL 110



DH 241 - Oral Pathology

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

Acquaints the dental hygiene student with oral anomalies manifested by development, metabolic disturbances and disease. Emphasis will be directed toward the recognition of these pathological conditions from direct observations of patients, radiographs and slides of pertinent structures. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 102BIOL 110DH 165DH 192, and DH 121



DH 245 - Dental Pharmacology and Pain Management

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

Familiarizes the dental hygienist with the medications that patients may be taking and drugs that may be administered in the dental practice. It also will provide insight into the mechanism of drug action and interaction in the body. Anesthetics will be reviewed with a discussion of pain management techniques. The classification of different types of medications with examples and their uses will be discussed. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 102BIOL 110DH 165DH 192, and DH 121



DH 247 - Periodontics

4-0-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Encompasses the study of clinical and histological characteristics of normal, pathological and etiological factors of periodontal disease. Emphasis is placed on correlating basic sciences with clinical aspects of periodontics. Wound healing, various modes of periodontal therapy including surgical techniques and preventive maintenance will be addressed.

Prerequisite

ENGL 102BIOL 110DH 121DH 192, and DH 165



DH 271 - Community Dentistry

3-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

In DH 271, the principles of public health in relation to the dental hygienists are discussed. The roles in providing health care to the community along with field assignments in selected approved social settings permit student participation in community health care planning. Their familiarization with patterns for delivery of comprehensive health care services and the appropriate dental team roles is the intention of this program course.

Prerequisite

 DH 241, DH 245, DH 247, DH 293, and BIOL 241

Co-requisites

ENGL 115



DH 293 - Clinical Dental Hygiene III

4-0-12-6
Credit Hours: 6

Continuation of DH 192, with emphasis on additional clinical techniques and patients with "special needs," along with examination of a variety of medical emergencies that may occur in the dental practice. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

BIOL 110ENGL 102DH 165DH 121, and DH 192



DH 294 - Clinical Dental Hygiene IV

3-1-18-6
Credit Hours: 6

Continuation of DH 293. Laboratory and/or clinical practice of more advanced aspects of the delivery of dental hygiene care. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

DH 241DH 245DH 247DH 293, and BIOL 241

Co-requisites

ENGL 115



DH 295 - Clinical Dental Hygiene V

1-0-8-2
Credit Hours: 2

Course work designed to prepare the Dental Hygiene student for the working world. Resume writing and job interview techniques will be taught. Career directions and the future of dental hygiene will be addressed. Clinical expertise will be refined in this course. Time management, in conjunction with total patient care, will be emphasized. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

DH 271DH 294, and ENGL 115



DMI 101 - Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Imaging

2-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

Overall view of diagnostic medical imaging, describing its relationship to radiology and its part in medicine. Communication skills, professional conduct of the radiographer, medico-legal issues and ethical standards are covered as well as infectious diseases, infection control, standard precautions and safety. The basic concepts of radiographic equipment, patient positioning, image production and radiation protection are presented and discussed. This is an online course.

Additional Course Fees: $105



DMI 105 - Image Production and Evaluation I

4-0-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course presents the principles of radiographic exposure, dealing with specific factors that control and affect receptor exposure and radiographic image contrast. Image acquisition of computed radiography (CR) as well as indirect and direct digital radiography (DR) will be presented. Radiographic image processing and post-processing for these methods of image production are also discussed. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement in MATH 161 and DMI 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Co-requisites

DMI 119, DMI 131, and DMI 181 



DMI 106 - Image Production and Evaluation II

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course presents the image quality factors of spatial resolution and distortion. Patient anatomical and pathological factors affecting image production. Pharmacology, classifications, use and precautions in the administration of radiographic contrast media. Quality assurance of radiographic equipment and evaluation of results. Synthesis and application of image quality factors to exposure problems. 

Prerequisite

DMI 105 with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 120, DMI 132, and DMI 182



DMI 119 - Radiation Safety I

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

DMI 119 is the first of three sequential courses covering radiation safety topics. Students will be introduced to radiation biology and protection terminology as well as the x-ray equipment circuitry. Introductory radiation physics, radiobiology and equipment operation topics will provide students with the fundamental concepts necessary to practice radiation safety principles.

Co-requisites

DMI 105, DMI 131, DMI 181 and DMI 196



DMI 120 - Radiation Safety II

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

DMI 120 is the second of three sequential courses covering radiation safety topics. Students will continue their study of x-ray machine circuitry by further exploring components, functions, rectification and generators. This course also includes a detailed study of radiographic equipment, diagnostic x-ray tubes, x-ray production and photon interactions with matter.

Co-requisites

DMI 106, DMI 132, DMI 182 and DMI 197



DMI 131 - Patient Care and Procedures I

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

DMI 131 is the first of three sequential courses covering patient care and procedures topics. Students will be introduced to radiographic terminology and positioning techniques of the chest, abdomen, upper extremity and lower extremity. The course covers application of image production factors and radiation protection standards. Students learn patient care skills in monitoring vital signs, care of medical equipment, body mechanics, patient transfer, infection control and precautionary techniques with respect to the radiology patient. The course also includes Clinical Objective Evaluation (COE) of respective patient care activities and radiographic procedures. 

Additional Course Fees: $180

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 105, DMI 119, DMI 181, and DMI 196



DMI 132 - Patient Care and Procedures II

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is a continuation of DMI 131 and includes radiographic terminology and positioning techniques of the humerus, shoulder girdle, femur, pelvic girdle and spine. Students will continue to learn positioning skills in order to radiograph the skeletal anatomy and physiologic systems of the human body. This includes an introduction to fluoroscopic procedures. In laboratory sessions, students will apply materials presented in lecture and practice the skills necessary for Clinical Objective Evaluations (COE). Patient care topics will include surgical asepsis, venipuncture, pharmacology, medical emergencies, and culturally diverse communication skills.

Additional Course Fees: $180

Prerequisite

BIOL 109 with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 106, DMI 120, DMI 182 and DMI 197 all with a grade of "C" or better.



DMI 181 - Radiographic Osteology and Pathology I

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course provides a detailed study of the bone structure of the upper and lower extremities, shoulder girdle, pelvic girdle and bony thorax. Students will be introduced to radiographic pathology topics, including pathological conditions of the respiratory, circulatory, gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary systems. Students will also present case studies of pathological conditions from radiographic clinical procedures.

Co-requisites

DMI 105, DMI 119, DMI 131 and DMI 196



DMI 182 - Radiographic Osteology and Pathology II

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course is a continuation of DMI 181 and provides a detailed study of the bone structure of the vertebral column and skull. Students will continue their study of pathology topics, including pathological conditions of the skeletal, urinary, reproductive, endocrine and nervous systems. Students will also present case studies of pathological conditions from radiographic clinical procedures.

Co-requisites

DMI 106, DMI 120, DMI 132 and DMI 197



DMI 196 - Clinical Education I

0-0-14-1
Credit Hours: 1

During Clinical Education I, students are introduced to the radiology department and hospital environment. Students begin the course by observing department routines and procedures. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing patient care activities and imaging procedures under appropriate supervision. Students will report to clinical on Tuesday and Thursday for 14 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, and portable radiography. Each rotation will be two to three weeks (4-6 days) in length.

Additional Course Fees: $345

Co-requisites

DMI 105, DMI 119, DMI 131, and DMI 181.



DMI 197 - Clinical Education II

0-0-14-1
Credit Hours: 1

During Clinical Education II, students become more familiar with the radiology department and hospital environment. Students continue to observe department routines and procedures relevant to classroom and laboratory activities. After classroom and laboratory instruction, students move into a more active role, assisting and performing patient care activities and imaging procedures under appropriate supervision. Students will report to clinical on Tuesday and Thursday for 14 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, portable radiography, and surgical radiography. Each rotation will be two to three weeks (4-6 days) in length.

Additional Course Fees: $345

Co-requisites

DMI 106, DMI 120, DMI 132, and DMI 182



DMI 198 - Clinical Education III

0-0-28-1
Credit Hours: 1

During Clinical Education III, students will gain a more confident persona when performing patient care activities and imaging procedures learned in previous semesters. Students will report to clinical Monday through Thursday for 7 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, portable radiography and surgical radiography. Each rotation will be one to two weeks in length (4-8 days). Additionally, students will begin introductory rotations through the advanced imaging modalities of CT, DEXA, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, and Ultrasound. Each intro rotation will be one-week in length, and students will spend no more than two out of the seven weeks in advanced modalities.

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

DMI 106, DMI 120, DMI 132, DMI 182 and DMI 197 all with a grade of "C" or better.



DMI 199 - Clinical Education IV

0-0-28-1
Credit Hours: 2

During Clinical Education IV, students are considered level II and will begin working more independently under appropriate supervision when performing studies in which they have been deemed competent. Students will continue to refine skills in patient care activities and imaging procedures. Students will report to clinical Monday through Thursday for 7 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, portable radiography and surgical radiography. Each rotation will be one to two weeks in length (4-8 days). Additionally, students will continue introductory rotations through the advanced imaging modalities of CT, DEXA, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, and Ultrasound. Each intro rotation will be one-week in length, and students will spend no more than two out of the seven weeks in advanced modalities.

Prerequisite

DMI 198 with a grade of "C" or better.



DMI 221 - Advanced Imaging I

4-0-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

During Advanced Imaging I, students will broaden their knowledge base of radiographic equipment operation with the inclusion of fluoroscopic and mobile systems. As a continuation of the fluoroscopic studies covered in DMI 132, students will learn endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, myelography, arthrography and hysterosalpingography. This course also includes the advanced modalities of bone densitometry, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography and nuclear medicine with an introduction to cross-sectional anatomy.

Prerequisite

CIS 103DMI 199, both with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 231DMI 261, and DMI 297



DMI 222 - Advanced Imaging II

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course is a continuation of DMI 221 and includes the advanced modalities of cardiac-interventional, vascular-interventional, medical dosimetry, radiation therapy and sonography. Students will review the major blood vessels of the body. Pulmonary, systemic and lymphatic circulation will also be reviewed and discussed.

Prerequisite

DMI 221, DMI 231, DMI 261 and DMI 297, all with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 232 and DMI 298



DMI 231 - Patient Care & Procedures III

2-2-0-3
Credit Hours: 5

This course is a continuation of DMI 132 and includes radiographic terminology and positioning techniques of the bony thorax, paranasal sinuses, skull, and facial bones. Students will continue to learn patient care and positioning skills required to produce diagnostic radiographic images. This course also includes the topics of pediatric and trauma radiography. In laboratory sessions, students will apply materials presented in lecture and practice the skills necessary for Clinical Objective Evaluations (COE).

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

BIOL 110ENGL 102, all with a grade of "C" or better

Co-requisites

DMI 221DMI 261, and DMI 297



DMI 232 - Registry Review and Career Planning

2-3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course consists of professional skills development sessions that focus on ARRT radiography examination preparation and career planning through various classroom and laboratory activities. Certification and registration requirements, advanced career opportunities, professional credentialing, continuing education, and employment considerations will be reviewed and discussed. Students will also prepare for entry-level employment in medical imaging with resume writing and interviewing skills activities.

Additional Course Fees: $345

Co-requisites

DMI 222 and DMI 298



DMI 261 - Radiation Safety III

2-0-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course is a continuation of DMI 120 and includes final topics in radiation protection and biology. Students will continue their study of photon interactions with matter by exploring radiation energy transfer, radiation effects on the human body, as well as radiosensitivity and response. This course also includes a detailed study of radiation monitoring, dose limits, equipment design for radiation protection, management of patient dose and management personnel dose.

Co-requisites

DMI 221, DMI 231 and DMI 297



DMI 297: Clinical Education V

0-0-21-2
Credit Hours: 2

During Clinical Education V, students will continue to work on the completion of clinical competency requirements. Students usually require indirect supervision when performing general diagnostic procedures and patient care activities completed in previous semesters. Students will report to clinical on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for 14 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, portable radiography and surgical radiography. Each rotation will be one to two weeks (3-6 days) in length. Introductory rotations through the advanced imaging modalities of CT, DEXA, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy and Ultrasound will conclude this semester. Each intro rotation will be one week in length, and students will spend no more than four out of the fourteen weeks in advanced modalities. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Co-requisites

DMI 221, DMI 231, and DMI 261



DMI 298 - Clinical Education VI

0-0-21-2
Credit Hours: 2

During Clinical Education VI, students will continue to work on the completion of clinical competency requirements. Students usually require indirect supervision when performing general diagnostic procedures and patient care activities completed in previous semesters. Students will report to clinical on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for 14 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, portable radiography and surgical radiography. Each rotation will be one to two weeks (3-6 days) in length. Students will also complete a three-week pediatric rotation. Elective rotations through the advanced imaging modalities of Cardiac Cath, CT, DEXA, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy and Ultrasound will begin this semester. Each elective rotation will be two weeks in length. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Co-requisites

DMI 222 and DMI 232



DMI 299 - Clinical Education VII

0-0-28-1
Credit Hours: 1

Clinical Education VII is the final clinical component of the program. Students demonstrate continued competency and increased proficiency. The majority of procedures are performed under indirect supervision as students refine their entry-level skills. Students will report to clinical Monday through Thursday for 7 weeks. Clinical rotations include general inpatient, general outpatient, emergency room/trauma radiography, fluoroscopy, orthopedic radiography, portable radiography, and surgical radiography. Each rotation will be one to two weeks in length (4-8 days). Elective rotations through the advanced imaging modalities of Cardiac Cath, CT, DEXA, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, and Ultrasound will conclude this semester. Each elective rotation will be two weeks in length. Completion of all ARRT requirements, exit evaluations, and terminal competencies will take place this semester.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

DMI 222, DMI 232 and DMI 298 all with a grade of "C" or better



DVP 120 - Camera and Lighting Techniques for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides study of video camera operation and lighting techniques as they relate to digital video production. Students will review the basics of video production theory and practice, compare digital and analog technologies, use advanced devices and techniques for controlling the video camera, learn advanced concepts of the moving camera, and practice types and varieties of shots used in professional production. They will also study camera mechanisms and electronics pertaining to professional cameras and accessories and gain practical experience using different professional grade cameras to videotape interviews, location "B-roll" footage, groups and theatrical productions. This course also covers the advanced techniques of lighting and provides practical experience with a variety of advanced lighting techniques, including on-camera, key with fill, and three point lighting as well as available light control. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

PHOT 104  with a B or better.



DVP 130 - Audio Techniques for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course includes in-depth exploration of audio theory, comparison between digital and analog technologies, advanced theory regarding analog and digital recording devices and microphone design and operation, techniques for acquiring professional quality audio for digital video productions, duties of the audio crew member, and practical experience acquiring audio for productions such as interviews, large groups, voice over narrations and theatrical productions. It concludes with the compilation of a digital portfolio of audio acquisition examples. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

PHOT 104 with a B or better.



DVP 140 - Video Editing Techniques for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course covers editing techniques as they relate to digital video production. It includes a foundation in the basics of video editing theory, the history and development of editing techniques, similarities and differences between editing for motion pictures and editing for video, comparison between the digital and analog technologies, fundamentals of analog (linear) and digital (non-linear) editing techniques, overview of non-linear editing software, and basic techniques needed to complete the editing of a video production (preparation, assembly, transitions and effects, and outputs), and practical experience editing productions such as interviews, large groups, voice over narrations and theatrical productions. This course concludes with the compilation of the demo reel of basic editing examples. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

PHOT 104 with a grade of "B" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



DVP 150 - Producing and Directing Techniques for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a course in the fundamentals of producing and directing techniques used in digital video production. It includes an overview of the field from the early days of silent films to today's complex productions. Using state of the art technology students have an opportunity to learn and practice the professional skills and techniques needed to produce and direct interviews and electronic news gathering (ENG) sequences, as well as theatrical productions. The course concludes with the compilation of a demo reel. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

PHOT 104 with a grade of "B" or better.



DVP 210 - Advanced Techniques for Digital Video Production

0-6-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a course in advanced digital video production focusing on the skills needed to complete professional digital video productions pertaining to location and studio programs. The students will produce material including short documentaries, interviews, news events, and studio productions such as news and variety shows and music videos. In this course students will rotate through the roles of a production team while producing projects some of which may be broadcast on CCPTV. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

DVP 120DVP 130DVP 140, and DVP 150



DVP 220 - Advanced Studio Techniques for Digital Video Production

0-6-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a course in advanced studio techniques for digital video production focusing on the skills needed to complete professional digital video productions pertaining to studio programs. The students will produce material live and live to tape in a television studio, including news magazine broadcasts, talk show interviews, variety shows, and music videos. In this course, students will rotate through the roles of a production team in a television studio setting while producing projects, some of which may be broadcast on CCPTV. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

DVP 120, DVP 130, DVP 140, and DVP 150



DVP 240 - Advanced Editing Techniques for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course builds on the skills and knowledge acquired in DVP 140, while introducing advanced editing techniques including compositing footage, color balancing, chroma-keying, advanced effects, and sound mixing and manipulation. Students will also be introduced to animation techniques, title sequence animation, video compression, and DVD authoring. This course concludes with the compilation of a reel that demonstrates mastery of advanced editing techniques. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

DVP 140



DVP 250 – Narrative Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students in this course will learn how to produce a short narrative video project through all stages of the production process, including screenplay and character development, writing dialogue, working with actors, and the technical and creative aspects of visual storytelling.

Additional Course Fees: 85

Prerequisite

PHOT 104



DVP 260 – Sound Design for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students in this course will learn advanced sound design techniques for digital video productions including editing, processing, mixing, and mastering soundtracks for video production.

Additional Course Fees: 85

Prerequisite

DVP 140, and DVP 130 which may be taken concurrently.



DVP 270 – Advanced Post-Production Techniques for Digital Video Production

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students in this course will learn advanced editing skills, color correction, and color grading for digital video productions. The creative aspects of editing and video post-production will also be explored.

Additional Course Fees: 85



EASC 111 - Environmental Conservation

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines global and local environmental issues using an interdisciplinary approach, including scientific, political, social, economic and ethical perspectives. Students consider humans' role within the natural environment while studying topics including the scientific method, ecological systems, energy, population, pollution, climate change, sustainability, and environmental equity and justice. The course requires reading, and critically analyzing primary texts, including scientific articles and academic writing. Students will hypothesize and draw conclusions to current environmental problems.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



EASC 111H - Environmental Conservation (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines global and local environmental issues using an interdisciplinary approach, including scientific, political, social, economic and ethical perspectives. Students consider humans' role within the natural environment while studying topics including ecological systems, energy, population, pollution, climate change, sustainability, and environmental equity and justice. The course requires reading and analyzing primary texts, including scientific articles, academic writing and participation in seminars, service opportunities and one or more field trips.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Scientific Reasoning



ECON 112 - Statistics I

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is designed to introduce the student to the application of statistical techniques in modern decision making. Emphasis is placed on data collection and analysis, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability and probability distributions, sampling, estimation, and hypothesis testing.

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or MATH 118, or higher than FNMT 118 or MATH 118 on placement test.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ECON 114 - Statistics II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Continuation of ECON 112. Topics include: tests of population variance, quality control, time series analysis, analysis of variance, index numbers, and bivariate and multivariate regression and correlation analysis. Emphasis will be placed on the use of Excel in the analysis of data.

Prerequisite

ECON 112 and CIS 103

Course Offered Online: Yes



ECON 120 - Introduction to Business Analytics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of data analysis necessary to understand, interpret, display, and explain data. Lectures will cover statistical measurements of frequency, mathematical concepts related to data analysis, and ethical issues, all of which students will apply in their individual and group research on data sources and data interpretation. Students learn practical applications of data analysis and visualization. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



ECON 181 - Principles of Economics (Macroeconomics)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Macroeconomics is concerned with the performance of the economy as a whole. Students learn the fundamentals of economics, including the basic theories, concepts, terminology, and uses of macroeconomics to make sense of the complex world in which we live. Students learn how to apply macroeconomics in their personal and professional lives using fundamental concepts like supply and demand, Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as well as how fiscal and monetary policies impact the economy.

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ECON 182 - Principles of Economics (Microeconomics)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Microeconomics deals with the significant aspects of an individual firm. Students learn the basic tools and techniques of microeconomic analysis critical to managing the business of a firm, including managerial decision making and problem solving. Students learn economic principles for analyzing the current conditions of a firm, with an emphasis on how to enhance the economic value of the firm through analysis of supply and demand, production and cost, demand for resources, pricing, and competitive strategies under various market structures.

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 105 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to the history, theories and philosophies affecting early childhood education in the 21st century. Curriculum models and inclusionary practices infancy through fourth grade are investigated. The importance of social, economic and cultural diversity is explored for its implications on learning and teaching. Current trends and the future of early childhood education are discussed. Ethical and professional responsibilities of educators are addressed.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 135 - Family and Community Relationships

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students learn the significance of the family-child-school relationship, the role of parents and other caregivers, and how to work effectively with diverse families and within diverse communities. Particular emphasis will be paid to cultural, ethnic, linguistic and economic diversity; nontraditional families; and families and communities faced with special challenges such as poverty. Involvement of parents and/or other primary caregivers in children's schooling is discussed at length, including various types of informal and formal home-school communications, home visits, home-school meetings and conferences. Students learn how to develop partnerships with families, including those with children who have special developmental needs, and study the legal rights of the child, special housing concerns and social service agency support.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 151 - Health, Safety and Nutrition of Young Children

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an overview of information and procedures related to the health, safety and nutrition of young children, birth to fourth grade. Students will learn techniques for maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment; for providing health, safety, and nutrition education for young children and their families; for working with children with special needs; for advocating for children and families; and for responding to a range of childhood illnesses and emergencies. In addition, students will be provided with information about the ways that specific health or social problems, including HIV/AIDS, homelessness and family violence affect child health and development.

**Note - ED 151 REPLACES ECE 151

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 201 - Foundations of Education for Middle and Secondary Years

3-0-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Foundations of education in the middle and secondary years are examined from socio-cultural, historical and philosophical perspectives. Current trends and contemporary issues in education are discussed and adolescent development is explored.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, with a grade of "C" or better, which may be taken concurrently.

Co-requisites

ENGL 101, may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 204 - Curriculum and Instruction: Engaging Young Children in the Learning Process

3-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students will study and develop strategies for engaging the young child in the learning process. They will recognize effective strategies for developing positive relationships and for promoting active participation in meaningful, relevant experiences that support concept and content development. They will develop instructional strategies to scaffold learning experiences across content areas and identify ways to create positive and stimulating environments that support the learning process. This course will include 10 hours observation/exploration in an early childhood education setting. Eligibility for enrollment in this course is based upon student acquisition of Pennsylvania criminal and child abuse clearances, a health clearance, and a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) check showing eligibility to work with children. Clearances must be less than one year old at the start of the semester when the student is enrolled in this course. 

Prerequisite

ED 105 with a grade of "C" or better, ENGL 101, and PSYC 101.



ED 214 - Cognition and Learning in the Classroom

3-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will explore cognition and learning in children and adolescents. Factors that affect learning such as: motivation, culture, gender, family and community will be studied. Students will also examine current research that is linked to best teaching practices. A 10-hour field experience is embedded in this course. Therefore, students enrolled in this course must have up-to-date child abuse, criminal and FBI clearances, as detailed under the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 and (ED 105 or ED 201, either with a grade of "C" or better) and PSYC 101.



ED 222 - Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course provides an examination of the processes of language and literacy development from birth through first grade. Students will demonstrate skill in a range of individually and culturally responsive instructional approaches and materials. Students will develop an understanding of emergent language and reading development, as well as an understanding of learning theory and motivation in order to effectively ground their instructional decision making.

Prerequisite

PSYC 201 and (ED 204 or ED 214, either with a grade of "C" or better) and ENGL 102

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 224 - Methods of Teaching Mathematics and Science

3-0-4-3
Credit Hours: 4

This class is an introduction to the theory and practice that is necessary to design and deliver meaningful instruction using the 5E lesson plan model. For the practicum component of the course, students will obtain first-hand knowledge with planning, observing, and implementing inquiry-based lessons for students at the School District of Philadelphia, ranging from the elementary through middle grades.

Lesson plan development will focus on Pennsylvania's Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards and NTCM, Standards for Mathematical Practices, as well as Engineering Design, to ensure that learners are engaged in higher-order thinking skills that will strengthen and enrich their conceptual and procedural understanding of math and science.

Students enrolled in this course must present up-to-date Pennsylvania criminal history reports, Federal Bureau of Investigation criminal history reports, Department of Public Welfare (child abuse) reports, and health clearances, clearly stating that they are eligible to work with children. (Up-to-date clearance is defined as being no more than 12 months old on the first day of working with children.) Failure to produce up-to-date clearances or a change of clearance status may result in a student's removal from the course. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or higher with a grade of "C" or higher and EASC 111 or Lab Science course with a grade of "C" or higher.



ED 227 - Trauma Informed Teaching

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Coming Soon



ED 230 - Integrating the Arts into Early Childhood Education

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course provides students with an overview of information and strategies for integrating the creative arts into the early childhood curriculum. It includes experiences to help prospective teachers understand the role the creative arts play both in supporting children's development and informing learning in other disciplines. Students explore drama, movement, music and visual arts for children, birth through fourth grade, from the perspective of child development theories. Connections between the arts, individual development and curricular subjects guide the course. This integrationist approach views the arts as meaningful sources of expression, culture, learning and joy. 

Prerequisite

ED 105 with a grade of "C" or better and ENGL 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 231/ENGL 231 - Children's Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Education 231/English 231 is a critical study of literature for children, covering a wide range of texts from picture books through novels, from early sources to contemporary and diverse authors. Students learn to apply strategies of literary criticism to evaluate these works. This is a writing intensive course, so students also write academically in the discipline of literary studies. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ED 245 - Assessment of Young Children

3-0-1.5-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students in this course develop skills for child observation and the use of developmentally appropriate methods and instruments for assessment of children birth through fourth grade. Students will learn to collect and interpret information about children in the context of classroom routines, and to use this data to assess development and achievement of essential skills. This course will include 20 hours observing and assessing young children in an educational setting. Therefore, students enrolled in this course must have up-to-date child abuse, criminal and FBI clearances as detailed under the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law.  

Prerequisite

(ED 204 or ED 214, either with a grade of "C" or better) and PSYC 201



ED 250 - Infant and Toddler Development and Curriculum

3-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course students will study the social, emotional, cognitive, physical and language development of children birth through age three. Students will implement theories and research to design programming that supports healthy adult-child relationships and provides infants and toddlers with developmentally appropriate curriculum. This course includes 10 hours of observation/exploration in infant/toddler classrooms. Therefore, students enrolled in this course must have up-to-date child abuse, criminal and FBI clearances as detailed under the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law.

Prerequisite

(ED 204 or ED 214, either with a grade of "C" or better) and PSYC 201

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 255 - Teaching English Language Learners

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

ED 255 introduces prospective teachers to theories of language and second language acquisition and equips them with the linguistic, pedagogical and professional knowledge and skills they need to instruct and assess linguistically and culturally diverse students. Legal requirements related to ELLs are also studied.  

Prerequisite

(ED 105 or ED 201, either with a grade of "C" or better) and (ED 204 or ED 214, either with a grade of "C" or better) and (ED 222 with a grade of "C" or better or PSYC 209) and ENGL 102

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 265 - Introduction to Special Education and Inclusive Practices

3-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to the field of special education and the legal mandates guiding inclusive classroom practices. Students will be introduced to the characteristics of children with specific disabilities or atypical development and to the specialized instruction and services designed to meet individualized student needs. A strong emphasis will be placed on evidenced-based practices and multidisciplinary and collaborative approaches to special education. Multicultural and diversity issues will also be discussed. 10 hours of observation in either an inclusive or an exclusively designed learning environment for exceptional learners will be required. Therefore, students enrolled in this course must have up-to-date child abuse, criminal and FBI clearances as detailed under the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law.

Prerequisite

(ED 105 or ED 201, either with a grade of "C" or better) and (ED 204 or ED 214, either with a grade of "C" or better) and (PSYC 201 or PSYC 209 or PSYC 215).

Course Offered Online: Yes



ED 266

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course supports educators preparing to teach (pre-service teachers) and those already in classrooms (in-service teachers) to instruct students with intellectual disabilities from preschool through high school. Students connect the relationship between the general education teacher and special needs service providers and teachers. Teaching students with disabilities involves attention to evidence-based practice. This course provides strategies for teaching and providing inclusive practices across a spectrum of intellectual abilities.

Prerequisite

ED 265 with a grade of "C" or better

ED 271 - Introduction to Assistive Technology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Assistive Technology (AT) benefits learners with unique exceptionalities from pre-k through high school. Students learn about the various types of AT and how access and integration of these technologies during the teaching and learning process serves as a means of inclusion, academic support, and success for children and adolescents with unique exceptionalities.

Students acquire knowledge of how to implement standards-driven instruction and interventions using assistive technology, as proposed by the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards and Early Learning Standards. 

Prerequisite

ED 265 with a grade of "C" or better

ED 275 - Early Childhood Professional Leadership

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of leaders in the early childhood profession. Topics discussed will include advocacy, organizational structure, team building, transformational leadership, visionary skills, and a systems building approach to leadership using emotional intelligence. This course is open only to early childhood professionals in the Pennsylvania Director's Credential Program.



ED 290 - Early Childhood Education Practicum

2-0-7-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides a supervised field experience. Students participate in a weekly seminar along with eight hours of field work over 12 weeks for a total of 96 hours of field experiences with infants, toddlers or preschoolers. Students are placed at school or program sites selected by College faculty. Students will reflect on their experiences through written assignments and weekly entries in practicum logs. During seminar, students will discuss issues related to on-site learning. Eligibility for enrollment in this course is based upon student acquisition of Pennsylvania criminal and child abuse clearances, a health clearance, and a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) check showing eligibility to work with children. Clearances must be less than one year old at the start of the semester when the student is enrolled in the practicum. This course is restricted to students in the Education: Early Childhood (Birth to 4th Grade) option. 

Prerequisite

ED 222, ED 245, and ED 250, all with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



ELEC 120 - Direct and Alternating Current Circuits

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students will be introduced to basic DC and AC circuits, including the characteristics of passive devices such as resistors, capacitors and inductors. Students will apply basic circuit laws (Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Current Law, Kirchhoff's Voltage Law) and basic circuit analysis techniques to the solution of a range of series, parallel and series-parallel circuits. Students will be introduced to basic concepts of frequency response and filters. Students will learn to build and troubleshoot circuits and measure circuit parameters using a digital multimeter and oscilloscope. 

Additional Course Fees: $90

Co-requisites

FNMT 118 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement in MATH 161 or higher



ELEC 124 - Semiconductor Devices

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students are introduced to basic semiconductor theory and the operating principles of semiconductor devices such as diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers. Common circuit configurations and their applications are also explored. In lab, students will build basic circuits utilizing semiconductor devices and measure typical circuit parameters such as voltage, current and frequency. 

Additional Course Fees: $135

Prerequisite

ELEC 120  with a grade of "C" or better. 



ELEC 130 - Digital Electronics

3-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

Students are introduced to basic digital circuit components and how these components can be used in combination to carry out more complex operations. Boolean algebra and numbering systems are covered. Common circuit configurations and their applications will also be explored. 

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 or completed or higher math placement.



ENGL 071 - High Beginner Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the high-beginner level course and first in a three-part series of academic listening/speaking courses for second language learners of English. This course gives students an introduction to using English orally in everyday and academic settings, including college-level courses. Students will listen to simplified academic lectures in college content areas and conversations about everyday life. In addition, students will explain and present information on general and academic topics with accurate pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. The course develops competence in basic listening and speaking tasks necessary for college work.

Prerequisite

placement.



ENGL 072 - Intermediate Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the second in a three-part series of academic Listening/Speaking for second language learners of English. Students will listen to short authentic academic lectures on college content areas and general topics and learn note-taking skills. In addition, students will explain and present information on academic topics with intermediate level accuracy in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. The course provides practice in oral communication and listening skills necessary for college-level content areas.

Prerequisite

"Pass" grade in ENGL 071 or ENGL 072 placement.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 073 - Advanced Listening and Speaking for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is the advanced course and last in a three-part series of academic Listening/Speaking for second language learners of English. Students will listen to authentic academic lectures on college content areas and learn note-taking skills. In addition, students will explain and present information on academic topics with advanced-level accuracy in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary. The course provides practice in oral communication and listening skills necessary for college level content areas.

Prerequisite

ENGL 072 or ENGL 073 placement and ENGL 082/092 placement or pass grade in ENGL 081/091

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 081 - High Beginning Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The reading component of the first in a series of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Development of vocabulary, study, life and cultural skills; critical thinking; reading comprehension; basic grammar; and sentence structure. Writing of narrative, descriptive and simple expository paragraphs and short essays, letters and simple response to reading.

Course is paired and integrated with ENGL 091

 

Prerequisite

Placement

Co-requisites

ENGL 091

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 082 - Intermediate Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The reading component of the second of four pairs of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Teaches reading and writing as processes, vocabulary development, study skills, critical thinking, and reading comprehension. Introduces expository essays, summaries and reading responses, compound verb forms and compound and complex sentence structures. 

Credit will not be applied toward graduation. 
Course is paired and integrated with ENGL 092.

Prerequisite

"Pass" grade in ENGL 081 and ENGL 091 or placement.

Co-requisites

ENGL 092

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 083 - High Intermediate Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Reading component in the third of four integrated pairs of courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Emphasizes reading and writing processes with continued vocabulary development, reading in the content areas, and the analysis of fiction and non-fiction. Development of a social, cultural, and historical context for reading. Sentence variety and advanced grammar, with writing in a variety of expository essay modes in response to reading.
Credits will not be applied toward graduation.

Prerequisite

ENGL 082/ENGL 092 or placement. 

Co-requisites

ENGL 093

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 084 - Advanced Academic Reading for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is an advanced course in academic reading for second-language learners of English. Students will incorporate a variety of strategies to read and analyze authentic college-level texts, identify patterns of organization, and build knowledge of academic vocabulary and patterns related to grammar and vocabulary. Students will also engage with texts critically to judge credibility, as well as identify information that could be incorporated into written compositions and read extensively on topics of interest. This course is linked and integrated with English 094.

Co-requisites

ENGL 094, which must be taken concurrently. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 091 - High Beginning Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The writing component of the first in a series of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Development of vocabulary, study, life and cultural skills; critical thinking; reading comprehension; basic grammar; and sentence structure. Writing of narrative, descriptive and simple expository paragraphs and short essays, letters and simple response to reading. Course is paired and integrated with English 081. 

Prerequisite

Placement

Co-requisites

ENGL 081

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 092 - Intermediate Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The writing component of the second of four pairs of integrated courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Teaches reading and writing as processes. Vocabulary development, study skills, critical thinking and reading comprehension. Introduces expository essays, summaries and reading responses. Compound verb forms and compound and complex sentence structures. Credit will not be applied toward graduation. Course is paired and integrated with ENGL 082.

Prerequisite

"Pass" grade in ENGL 081 and ENGL 091 or placement. 

Co-requisites

ENGL 082

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 093 - High Intermediate Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The writing component in the third of four integrated pairs of courses that develop reading and writing skills in English. Emphasizes reading and writing processes with continued vocabulary development, reading in the content areas, and the analysis of fiction and non-fiction. Development of a social, cultural and historical context for reading. Sentence variety and advanced grammar, with writing in a variety of expository essay modes in response to reading.
Credits will not be applied toward graduation.

Prerequisite

ENGL 082/ENGL 092 or placement. 

Co-requisites

ENGL 083

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 094 - Advanced Academic Writing for Non-Native Speakers of English

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is an advanced course in academic writing for second-language learners of English. Through use of the writing process, students will craft compositions of various lengths, including multi-paragraph essays. Students will analyze and use rhetorical patterns of organization and text-based support. Grammar and vocabulary will also be developed through a variety of activities. This course is linked and integrated with English 084.

Co-requisites

Must be taken concurrently with ENGL 084.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 097 - English Corequisite Seminar Program

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The Corequisite Seminar Program provides supplementary instruction for students also enrolled in a linked, college-level course. All assignments in English 097 will strengthen the essential skills of academic reading, writing, and studying to enable success in college-level coursework.

Co-requisites

A credit-bearing course taught by the same instructor. Students must remain in both courses to continue in the Corequisite Seminar Program.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 098 - English Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

English 098 provides supplementary instruction for English 101 students in the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP). This course will reinforce the instruction and practice of academic reading and text-based writing in English 101.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of ENGL 097 with a grade of MP or better

Co-requisites

English 101 section linked with the same instructor. Students must remain enrolled in both sections to maintain enrollment in the ALP program.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 099 - Reading Improvement

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide instruction and intensive practice in the developing strategies for college reading in a variety of academic disciplines. 

Credit will not be applied toward graduation.

Prerequisite

ENGL 093 or ENGL 097 placement.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 101 - English Composition

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is the first of a two-part sequence in English composition, in which students learn to read critically, synthesize ideas from a variety of texts, and write essays that develop significant ideas in support of a thesis. Students will write academic essays in various rhetorical modes, while improving their basic writing skills in preparation for English 102 and other higher-level courses.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Writing, Research & Information Literacy



ENGL 101H - English Composition I (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The first in a two-part sequence in English composition. The course requires the writing of academic essays of about 500 words focused on the interpretation of primary texts in conjunction with seminars and writing groups.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Writing, Research & Information Literacy



ENGL 102 - The Research Paper

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

English 102 is the second half of the two-course sequence in English composition. Students continue to improve their academic reading and writing skills and critically examine issues raised by course texts. Course materials and the topics of study may vary in subject matter from one instructor to another. Course activities facilitate independent library and Web-based research. Students' work culminates in a final research paper. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Writing, Research & Information Literacy



ENGL 102H - The Research Paper (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course is designed to increase students' understanding of academic writing and to develop students' ability to write research essays. It focuses on the effective use of language and on responding to primary sources, incorporating information and ideas of others with their own thinking.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Writing, Research & Information Literacy



ENGL 106 - Grammar

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on the basic elements of standard English grammar, syntax and sentence structure, and emphasizes the parts of speech, syntactical relationships and coherence in writing. The course includes diagrammatic analysis of practice exercises and the student's own written work.



ENGL 107 - Society and Mass Communication

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an analysis of mass media. Students will examine the media's impact on the individual and society, with emphasis on how changes in technology and culture have altered the role and forms of mass media. Through readings and examples, students study the history, theories and terms relevant to the major mass media forms, as well as ethical and legal issues pertaining to them. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 108 - Academic Reading Across the Disciplines

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

English 108 is a college-level, critical thinking course that develops academic literacy through investigating the ways that texts are written and read, and how knowledge is constructed in a variety of academic disciplines. This course is designed to prepare students to independently comprehend and interpret the wide variety of readings in their general education courses as well as classes in their chosen field of study.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 112 - Report and Technical Writing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to many typical modes of workplace communication. Topics include audience analysis, technical research and report writing, and Internet use. Report and Technical Writing provides preparation for writing assignments at the 200 level, while allowing students to continue to develop skills learned in ENGL 101

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.



ENGL 114 - Introduction to Communication

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides a general introduction to the field of Communication Studies, with emphasis on communication theory and skills development in nonverbal communication, listening, interviewing, small group communication, and public presentations.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 115 - Public Speaking

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Emphasizes the preparation and delivery of a public speech. The focus of the course is speaking to inform, persuade and entertain. Some sections will further stress argumentation and debate. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 116 - Interpersonal Communication

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Provides theory and skills needed to increase communication competence in family life, social situations and professional careers. Study of human perception, nonverbal behavior, language, effective listening, relationships and conflict management.

Prerequisite

 ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 117 - Group and Team Communication

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with theory and skills specific to working in groups and teams. In this highly interactive and project-based course, students will explore ways that people think and behave in groups, the way groups make decisions, how to lead effective and efficient groups, and how to influence positive interaction and productivity. The skills and knowledge developed in this class will directly relate to group projects in other courses as well as in the workplace. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 118 - Intercultural Communication

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course explores how culture broadly defines, influences, and challenges communication, introducing theory as well as developing student competence in communicating in groups comprised of people various in race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, age, social and economic status, sexual orientation, disability and religion. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 119 - Rhetoric & The Public Sphere

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

ENGL 119 provides an introduction to rhetoric and the public sphere, how communication is used to shape the minds and actions of individuals and the broader public. The class traces the development of rhetoric and public discourse from its origins in ancient Greece and Egypt, through contemporary concepts. Students will have the opportunity to study rhetorical theorists from different eras and to begin practicing rhetorical criticism.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 120 - Voice and Articulation

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A course on speech production with an emphasis on the pronunciation and articulation of sounds. Satisfactory completion of this course will enable students to communicate articulately in both interpersonal and public situations.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 122 - Writing for Mass Media

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

English 122 teaches students to write for various forms of mass media including newspapers, magazines, websites, radio and television. It also instructs students on writing techniques used in public relations and advertising. Students will also learn about the laws, ethics and professional standards associated with writing for mass media. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 131 - Acting I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this beginning course, students learn the vocabulary of the field, collaborate and create characters through scene, monologue and improvisational performance. They learn to use the body, voice, and imagination as acting tools during the rehearsal and performance process. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 073 and ENGL 083/ENGL 093 or higher placement.

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 132 - Acting II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Continuing the work begun in ENGL 131, this course will emphasize increased depth of performance and further work in characterization. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 131 or permission of the department head.



ENGL 135 - Movement and Dance for Actors

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Basic principles, techniques and styles of body movement and dance. The focus is on body movement as a fundamental instrument of the actor.

Prerequisite

ENGL 073 and ENGL 083/ENGL 093 or higher placement.

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 136 - Movement and Dance II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Study of more advanced dance techniques, development of skills in dance composition and performance experience. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 135 or permission of the department head.



ENGL 137 - Introduction to Theater

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on the theater experience from a spectator's point of view. All elements of making and performing a play are studied. Students will acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the traditions, vocabulary, and analytic approaches associated with both classical and contemporary theater. Attendance at several live performances is required.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 141 - Introduction to Technical Theater

2-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

This introductory course explores the stage and its equipment. Students will learn to use basic tools and materials, as well as study different styles of theater architecture, the construction of two and three dimensional scenery, scene painting, the basic process of stage design, and the safety protocols of a scene shop.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 142 - Rehearsal and Performance

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides students with an opportunity to participate in every aspect of the rehearsal process and presentation of a play. Each student will play a distinctive part in the rehearsal process. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ENGL 132



ENGL 146 - Advanced Technical Theater

2-3-4
Credit Hours: 4

In this course, students will learn advanced techniques for lighting and sound designs for a theater production and will study and apply design principles and techniques for basic costume and stage properties. Students will create specific designs and models, make design presentations, and implement designs for a theater production.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 190 - Introduction to Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the study of fiction, poetry and drama, with an emphasis on close reading and interpretation of literary structures and basic forms. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, may be taken concurrently. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 195H - Writing in the Humanities and Social Sciences I (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Academic writing with a focus on the interpretation of primary texts and intellectual debates, and special attention to revision strategies. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 196H - Writing in the Humanities and Social Sciences II (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Advanced academic writing with a focus on the interpretation of primary texts and intellectual debates, and special attention to revision strategies and rhetorical analysis. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 195H

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 205 - Creative Writing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Focus on student production of original work which may include fiction, poetry, memoir and dramatic writing. Students will do extensive reading, as well as writing and developing the critical vocabulary needed to discuss these genres from a writer's point of view. They will develop these skills through a number of activities including different forms of writing inside and outside of the classroom and peer evaluation in the form of writing workshops. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 211 - Survey of British Literature from Beginnings to 1750

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of British literature from its beginnings to 1750. Employing cultural criticism, close reading, and other approaches to literary analysis, the course examines texts from a diverse group of authors and traditions. Recommended for students of history and the arts.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 212 - Survey of British Literature: From 1750 to the Modern Era

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of British literature from 1750 to the present, including works from various colonial contexts. Employing cultural criticism, close reading, and other approaches to literary analysis, the course examines the global forces that transformed British literature and the English language. Recommended for students of history and the arts.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 214 - Communication Theory

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Provides a strong foundation in the dominant theories and approaches to research in the field of communication studies, with a focus on specific areas including interpersonal communication, group communication, public communication, and mass media. Emphasis is placed on major communication theories from across the various branches of the field and the associated quantitative and qualitative research methods used to study them. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 115 with a grade of "C" or better and ENGL 107 or ENGL 116 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 219 - Black Rhetoric

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In ENGL 219, students learn how members of the Black community have used symbols rhetorically to construct and reconstruct images of themselves (speeches, music, TV, film, etc.) and their communities. Black rhetoric is the study of communication and persuasion with its origins in the cultural history and lived experience of Black people. Students will be introduced to cultural frameworks rooted in African culture, as a paradigm for rhetorical analysis of Black discourse. Additionally, students will learn more about the Black public sphere and trace its roots from field songs to Black Twitter

Prerequisite

ENGL 101

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 221 - Survey of American Literature: From the Beginnings to the Civil War

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of American literature from its beginnings to the Civil War. Employing cultural criticism, close reading and other approaches to literary analysis, the course is multicultural in focus. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 222 - Survey of American Literature: From the Civil War to the Present

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present. Employing cultural criticism, close reading and other approaches to literary analysis, the course is multicultural in focus. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 230 - Asian Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is an introductory course in Asian literature written in English or in translation. Students read, discuss and write about major works from a variety of periods and social contexts. The emphasis is on literary interpretation and analysis of poetry, drama and fiction. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.



ENGL 231/ ED 231 - Children's Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

English 231/Education 231 is a critical study of literature for children, covering a wide range of texts from picture books through novels, from early sources to contemporary and diverse authors. Students learn to apply strategies of literary criticism to evaluate these works. This is a writing intensive course, so students also write academically in the discipline of literary studies. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 232 - Introduction to Drama

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Analysis of significant American and foreign plays with emphasis on an understanding and appreciation of both theatrical and literary techniques. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 241 - Introduction to Shakespeare

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will introduce students to some of the major works by William Shakespeare. Students will read, view, discuss and analyze plays in a variety of genres including comedies, histories and tragedies. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 245 - World Literature: From Antiquity to 1500

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Selections from world literature representing the values and literary excellence of the cultural heritage of various peoples of the world. Works from antiquity to the 1500s will be studied in a cross-cultural context.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 246 - World Literature: From 1500 to the Present

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Selections from world literature representing the values and literary excellence of the cultural heritage of various peoples of the world. Works from after 1500 to the present will be studied in a cross-cultural context.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 250 - Survey of African American Literature: From Colonization to the Harlem Renaissance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is an introduction to African American literature from its vernacular tradition to the Harlem Renaissance. Close study of major African American authors and literary movements.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 251 - Survey of African American Literature: From the Harlem Renaissance to the Present

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to African American literature from the Harlem Renaissance to the present. Close study of major African American authors and literary movements.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 256 - African Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

English 256 is a survey of literature by African authors. In addition to the conventional literary genres of fiction, drama and poetry, the course includes study of oral traditions of the continent. Readings include texts originally written in English as well as works in translation. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 260 - Women in Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines literature written by women in various genres, which may include short stories, novels, essays, poetry and drama. Through discussion and writing activities, students analyze literature by women from different cultures and periods to illuminate how contrasting societies define women's roles. The course explores how writing from a woman's perspective values women's lives and raises questions about women's role in nature, family and society. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 265 - Science Fiction

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the history of science fiction from its origins in the nineteenth century to the present. Students read works of science fiction, study the history and development of the genre, and examine its major themes, as well as its social and historical context. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.



ENGL 271 - The Language of Film

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Outstanding examples of many different kinds of films. The class dissects, analyzes and discusses the expressive components of visual communications. Basic knowledge of techniques of cinema to enhance perceptions and insights and to develop a knowledgeable critical judgment. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 272 - Topics in Film Study

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course conducts a thorough examination of either work by a single director or a particular film genre. It includes the study of technique (uses of light, sound, color and editing), as well as images, themes, motifs, plot, character, dramatic situations or conflicts, and the application of acting talent. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better.



ENGL 280 - Poetry Writing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will focus on poetry, enabling students to create new works and continue projects begun in English 205 or elsewhere. Students will further develop a critical vocabulary and study contemporary poetry from the perspectives of writers rather than readers. They will participate in specialized, intensive workshops and learn skills needed by serious poets, including editing, revising and manuscript placement. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 205

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



ENGL 281 - Fiction Writing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will allow students to continue longer fiction projects begun in English 205 or elsewhere. Students will further develop a critical vocabulary for the genre and study contemporary literature from the perspectives of fiction writers rather than readers. They will participate in specialized, intensive workshops and learn skills needed by the professional fiction writer, especially editing and revising. Manuscript placement will also be discussed.

Prerequisite

ENGL 205



ENGL 282 - Scriptwriting

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will focus on scriptwriting and enable students to continue longer projects begun in English 205 or elsewhere. Students will develop a critical vocabulary for scriptwriting and study contemporary dramatic literature from the perspectives of writers rather than readers. They will participate in specialized, intensive workshops and learn skills needed by the professional script writer, especially editing, revising and manuscript placement. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 205

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGL 283 - Nonfiction Writing: Memoir and Literary Journalism

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will allow students who have already been introduced to expository writing to concentrate on nonfiction writing projects, research, and workshops with a community of writers. Students will complete a variety of non-fiction writing projects, including memoir and literary journalism, and will engage in research, editing, revision, and textual analysis. Students will develop a critical vocabulary relevant to nonfiction and study models in nonfiction from the perspectives of writers rather than readers.

Prerequisite

 ENGL 102 or ENGL 205



ENGL 285 - Portfolio Development

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed for students enrolled in the certificate program in Creative Writing and is one of the last requirements for completion of the program. Students complete a portfolio of creative works and practice advanced editing and revision skills as well as textual analysis. The class consists of brief lectures, writing workshops and seminars on practical matters of interest to working writers. Individual conferences between students and the instructor may be used to complement group activities; special projects and activities may take place outside the classroom in an effort to connect the students to resources and writing communities beyond the College. 

Prerequisite

 Enrollment in the certificate program in Creative Writing and ENGL 280ENGL 281ENGL 282 or ENGL 283

Co-requisites

One additional advanced creative writing course, ENGL 280ENGL 281ENGL 282 or ENGL 283



ENGL 297H - Literature in the Context of Intellectual History: Ancient and Medieval (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Ancient and Medieval literature with special attention to intellectual history and literary theory.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 298H - Literature in the Context of Intellectual History: Modern (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Modern literature, chiefly European, from the 17th century to the present, with special attention to intellectual history and literary theory. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGL 299 - Special Topics in Literature

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Special Topics in Literature will examine a body of literature that addresses a common topic, represents a particular subgenre, or represents a cultural identity. Readings will include a range of time periods, authors and perspectives on the topic and will be examined in their cultural contexts as well as through close reading. The course will be cross-cultural in scope and, whenever possible, pay attention to works by women and non-Anglo/American writers.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ENGR 102 - Engineering Design and Laboratory I

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

Engineering 102 provides for the development of analytical and communication skills by problem solving, teamwork and project presentation. The course gives instruction on how to use computers in engineering: how to utilize engineering software, problem solving, data acquisition and analysis. Included is how to use a computer algebra system to solve math and engineering problems. Students learn the elements of the engineering design process through execution of actual design projects. Other topics include an introduction to patents and patent law and the interaction between the engineer and physical environment. Offered only in the fall semester.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

MATH 162 or a higher-level Mathematics course. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENGR 202 - Engineering Design and Laboratory II

2-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is a continuation of Engineering Design and Laboratory I. It provides for the development of analytical and communication skills by problem solving, teamwork and project presentation. The course gives instruction on how to use computers in engineering: how to utilize engineering software, problem solving, data acquisition and analysis. In addition, students learn technical sketching and computer-aided drafting techniques with industry-standard software. Students learn the elements of the engineering design process through execution of actual design projects. Offered only in the spring semester. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ENGR 102



ENGR 205 - Materials Engineering

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

In this course, students will be taught to recognize and differentiate between the several types of engineering solids, understand solids at the atomic level in terms of bonding and energy, establish a quantitative picture of the structure of crystalline and non-crystalline solids, explain atomic movements in solids using the concept of diffusion, explain the electrical and magnetic properties of different kinds of materials, and understand the processes that give rise to degradation of materials. They will also learn to interpret the optical behavior of materials in terms of the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with the material and choose materials optimally for engineering design purposes. Offered only in the spring semester. 

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

PHYS 241 and MATH 172



ENGR 221 - Vector Mechanics I (Statics)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will learn how to use analytic geometry, differential and integral calculus and vector algebra in solving engineering problems. They will also learn about the concept of the free-body diagram and its use in conjunction with static equilibrium of forces. The course will focus upon using the deductive process to solve a great variety of problems involving particles and rigid bodies in a state of static equilibrium.  

Prerequisite

PHYS 140 and MATH 172



ENGR 222 - Vector Mechanics II (Dynamics)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will learn how to use calculus-based mathematics in solving engineering problems in dynamics, including problems related to rectilinear and curvilinear motion of rigid bodies and concept of impact, rotation and acceleration of the system of rigid bodies in a plane motion. 

Prerequisite

ENGR 221 and MATH 271



ENTR 101 - Entrepreneurial Thinking

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Interested in developing an entrepreneurial mindset? If you have ever thought of starting your own business, scaling a business venture, or working in a new start-up venture, then this course is designed with you in mind. In this course, students will develop a mindset that will enable them to build a toolkit to create and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities, gather resources, and build teams nurtured by creativity, leadership, and innovation. Entrepreneurial thinking journeys through the fuzzy, front-end of early-stage entrepreneurial activity.



ENTR 110 - Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an overview of the challenges of starting a new venture or strengthening an existing one. Students will learn the characteristics of an entrepreneur and how to use the tools that an entrepreneur needs to evaluate a business concept and, if it is viable, how to take the steps needed to make it a reality. The course covers key aspects of entrepreneurship, including planning, operations, human resources, finance, marketing, and ethical responsibilities.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENTR 120 - Entrepreneurial Marketing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The focus of this course is examining the role of marketing in start-up or existing small business ventures, including a review of digital and traditional marketing approaches. Students learn how to define target markets, conduct market research, and select cost-effective marketing techniques. Students develop a working marketing plan and demonstrate their ability to establish measurable marketing goals with a plan of action to achieve the goals using available resources and networks.

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENTR 130 - Entrepreneurial Financial Intelligence

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to familiarize entrepreneurs with key financial and accounting concepts that are essential in starting and running a business and to help them acquire the tools they need to manage an entrepreneurial venture effectively. This course will cover basic accounting terms and ratios, financial statements, cash flow and budgets, intrapreneurship, and crowdfunding as well as review the accounting software available for a prospective business entity. This course is designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs, rather than those seeking to work as professional accountants.



ENTR 140 - Business Plan Development for Entrepreneurs

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, entrepreneurs learn the process of preparing and implementing a business plan and presenting it to potential lenders and investors. That process includes creating concept statements, developing feasibility studies, and designing business models. Students will learn how to anticipate and solve both typical and atypical problems that entrepreneurs encounter. 

Prerequisite

ENTR 110

Course Offered Online: Yes



ENTR 150: Law for the Entrepreneur

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course introduces and provides in-depth treatment of laws and legal concepts that an entrepreneur needs to understand and use in order to build and maintain a successful business. The course provides practical information about how to minimize common legal risks by attending to the rules, protections, and potential liabilities in areas such as contracts, employment laws, licensing requirements, and even choosing the right form of business organization. This course develops the legally alert entrepreneur: one who continually reflects on the legal dimensions of their entrepreneurial activities and the impact and consequences of various aspects of the law on themselves and their undertakings.



ENTR 170 - Diversity in Entrepreneurship

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will learn how to navigate historical and systemic policies related to race, gender, and/or ethnicity as it relates to establishing and funding a woman-, minority-, or LGBTQ+- owned enterprise. The role diversity, equity, and inclusion serve in entrepreneurship and organizational culture will be examined.



ENTR 180 - Entrepreneurship & Human Resources

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Entrepreneurs face unique leadership challenges, especially when founding and leading a new company. This course provides the aspiring entrepreneur with tools and frameworks necessary for creating strategy, building companies, and assembling human capital with limited resources. By exploring what makes great entrepreneurial leaders, students will learn through experiential exercises both the challenges and the excitement of starting a new venture and building the best team. Prerequisite: ENTR 101, which may be taken concurrently.



ENTR 210 - Entrepreneurial Failures & Risk

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Central to developing an entrepreneurial mindset is learning to appreciate risk and the potential for failure. This course will introduce students to the forms and causes of failure, and will explore and analyze responses to failure. Students will learn to capitalize on failure and utilize risk to build future success.

Prerequisite

ENTR 101 and ENTR 170



ENTR 250 - Launch a Business

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Building on knowledge and foundations gained in previous entrepreneurship courses, students will finalize their new business venture. This course is designed to help students find remaining flaws in a business model, identify strategies for growth, and prepare to launch their business or begin working in a start-up venture.

Prerequisite

ENTR 210, which may be taken concurrently



FIN 151 - Risk Management and Insurance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to risk and methods of insurance. The objective of this course is to enable the student to develop an understanding of the many types of exposure to loss, the alternative methods of treating such exposures, and the role of insurance in personal and business affairs. Consideration is given to the legal framework surrounding the insurance mechanism. In addition, the regulation of insurance is discussed.

Course Offered Online: Yes



FIN 155 - Property and Liability Insurance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an in-depth overview of property and liability insurance and specifically addresses insurance concepts and situations dealing with losses from natural disasters including those caused by flood, hurricane, drought, and fires. Students learn the role of property and liability insurance in these situations. This course, along with others, supports preparation for the brokerage insurance licensing exams.

Prerequisite

FIN 151, which may be taken concurrently



FIN 160 - Personal Insurance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

FIN 160 provides an in-depth overview of property and casualty personal insurance policies, including personal, auto, homeowners, and others including personal loss exposures. This course also covers the loss, exposures, and planning needed to manage premature death, retirement, disability, and illness. This course, along with others, supports preparation for the brokerage insurance licensing exams. 

Prerequisite

FIN 151, which may be taken concurrently.



FIN 165 - Commercial Insurance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an in-depth overview of commercial insurance policies as they relate to property and liability. This includes commercial property, business income, commercial crime, equipment breakdown, general liability, commercial auto, workers compensation and employer's liability, businessowners, farm and specialty coverages. This course, along with others, supports preparation for the brokerage insurance licensing exams.

Prerequisite

FIN 151, which may be taken concurrently



FIN 190 - Personal and Consumer Finance

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course prepares students to understand and apply the fundamentals of personal finance management. Students will be able to assess their personal financial literacy, establish financial goals and develop a strategy to achieve desired personal finance goals. Topics covered include: budgeting, banking and financial transactions; consumer credit principles including maintaining and restoring credit, and current regulations and practices that govern consumer financial transactions; banking services and products including housing financing; personal insurance basics; investment basics and their application to retirement planning ; the role of financial counselors and required skills sets; financial planning for postsecondary education. This course will be open to students who are in or have placed into ENGL 098 or higher.



FMM 101 - Survey of the Fashion Industry

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course explores the history of fashion and the state of the fashion retail industry and introduces students to the functions of merchandising and marketing. Students learn methods used to design, develop, and market fashion products. As a foundational course, students learn industry terminology and standard industry practices as they explore career opportunities that exist in the fashion retail industry.



FMM 105 - Textiles

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Examines the global textile manufacturing industry and the fundamental processes involved in producing natural and man-made fibers and fabrics as they relate to fashion product design and merchandising. Includes basic terminology and production processes as well as selection and evaluation of fabrics based on aesthetics, performance and care characteristics.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



FMM 110 - Merchandising and Marketing Professional Tools

2-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

Students practice design, technology and software skills that will support visual acuity and professional presentation for internal and external work experiences. These hands-on sessions will introduce students to design thinking, design terminology, design tools, merchandising and marketing technologies and software to enhance problem-solving skills. Tools provided are standard in the retail industry and will add valuable skills for employment and career opportunities. 

Prerequisite

FMM 101, which may be taken concurrently. 



FMM 112 - Industry Explorations

1-10-2
Credit Hours: 2

Students apply knowledge and skills through internship. Students continue to accumulate information, strategies and soft skills that enable them to succeed in the workplace. Students apply knowledge and skills through internship opportunities in various fields within fashion merchandising and marketing. Offered summer only.

Prerequisite

FMM 110



FMM 115 - Understanding the Customer

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Applies contemporary behavioral science and buying psychology to consumer behavior and decision-making. The process of building customer profiles and the relationship between the efforts of business firms in marketing their products and the reactions of ultimate consumers are examined. 

Prerequisite

FMM 101



FMM 120 - Professional Personal Selling

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course prepares students for a professional sales career and explores sales as a strategy. Through the course, students will learn the latest strategies and tactics in prospecting and qualifying, identifying customer needs, building personal relationships, using market trends to validate product and brand sustainability, negotiation and making sales presentations to ensure customer satisfaction while exploring Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to track and organize data.

Prerequisite

FMM 101



FMM 125 - Experiential Retail

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Examines brick & mortar retail operations, including understanding how trends in consumption, past, present, and future, determine a retailer's strategy and how the customer is enticed to enter, stay and buy. 

Prerequisite

FMM 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



FMM 130 - Work Experience I

1-10-2
Credit Hours: 2

Students will apply skills and knowledge to an internal work experience opportunity that operates as a retail laboratory. Through the work experience, students will support special projects that focus on entrepreneurship, sales, merchandising, and marketing skills growth. Each work experience opportunity will log time in a workplace learning about a job role, company, or career sector.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

FMM 110



FMM 135 - Fashion Product Promotion

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the global aspects of product promotional strategies through the examination of the economic, political, and social/cultural trends of today's globalized marketplace. Various national and international regions are analyzed in terms of their market characteristics and current retail environment. Students research market information and analyze opportunities regarding merchandise positioning and brand imagery toward the development of a comprehensive promotional plan. 

Prerequisite

FMM 105 and FMM 115.

Course Offered Online: Yes



FMM 140 - Buying & Private Label Development

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Provides a working knowledge of merchandise planning, flow, and distribution in the retail setting. Covers profitable merchandise and assortment planning and control, in both conceptual and technical formats. Final project incorporates six-month financial, classification, and assortment planning. Apparel Management functions that exist between the merchandising, design, production and promotion elements of the apparel supply chain are examined.

Prerequisite

FMM 105, FMM 115, FMM 125, FNMT 121 or FNMT 118 or higher MATH, and CIS 103.



FMM 145 - Work Experience II

1-15-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students will apply skills and knowledge to an external work experience opportunity. The external work experience will focus on collaborations and partnerships within various shopping zones throughout Philadelphia. Through the work experience, students will support merchandising and marketing special projects for local businesses, makers, manufacturers, business districts, and/or corridors. Students will be expected to use lab hours to work on-site. Each work experience opportunity will log time in a workplace learning about a job role, company, or career sector.

Prerequisite

FMM 110 and FMM 130

Course Offered Online: Yes



FMM 150 - Material Directions

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course examines the area of non-woven textiles and other material applications and innovations and emphasizes the practical relationship between product design, the manufacturing industry, and the technical considerations that influence the choice of material and process for small batch and mass production in the fashion apparel, accessory, and gift product industry. 

Prerequisite

FMM 105



FMM 155 - Digital Commerce

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students examine and analyze past, current, and future trends in ecommerce technologies that primarily support the back-end inventory, logistics and front-end operations of a retail enterprise. Ecommerce businesses require market research, planning, merchandising, and marketing strategies. Students synthesize the knowledge and skills acquired through the program as they master strategy implementation, evaluation, and analytics of retailers' digital footprint across merchandising and marketing functions.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

FMM 135, FMM 140, ECON 181 (may be taken concurrently) , and PHOT 105 (may be taken concurrently).



FMM 160 - Work Experience III

1-10-2
Credit Hours: 2

Students apply knowledge and skills through internship Students continue to accumulate information, strategies and soft skills that enable them to succeed in the workplace. Students apply knowledge and skills through internship opportunities for the FMM retail laboratory, supporting the online and pop-up shops and special projects for Industry and Community Partners. Examples include: various forms of research, data collection and analysis related to retail and marketing in partner shopping zone, FMM Retail shop operations, product procurement, marketing, visual merchandising, product and marketing photography and graphics, sales, sales fulfillment. Students will master program information as they study for the NRF Retail Industry Fundamentals Certification, participate in practice tests and pursue the certificate option.

Prerequisite

FMM 101, FMM 130, and FMM 145



FNMT 016 - Arithmetic

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This arithmetic course covers operations on natural numbers, integers, rational numbers (fractions), decimals and percents. Multi-step problems utilizing the correct order of arithmetic operations will be stressed. Correct mathematical format will be stressed. An on-campus, in-person departmental final exam is required with no calculators allowed. Credit will not apply toward graduation.

Course Offered Online: Yes



FNMT 017 - Elementary Algebra

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course covers algebraic expressions; equivalent algebraic expressions; operations on algebraic expressions; linear equations and inequalities in one variable; and factoring. An on-campus, in-person departmental final exam is required with no calculators allowed. Credit will not apply toward graduation.

Prerequisite

 "Pass" grade in  FNMT 016 or satisfactory score on mathematics placement test.

Course Offered Online: Yes



FNMT 019 - Introductory Mathematics

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course covers operations with whole numbers, integers, and rational numbers written as fractions or decimals; solving problems with dimensional analysis, ratios, proportions, percent, speed/distance/time, and perimeter and area of basic geometric shapes; simplifying and manipulating linear algebraic expressions and solving linear equations and inequalities; an introduction to laws of exponents; and factoring out a greatest common factor monomial from a binomial/trinomial. An on-campus, in-person departmental final exam is required (conditions permitting) with no calculators allowed. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



FNMT 020 - Introductory Mathematics Discussion

2-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course emphasizes operations with whole numbers and serves as a companion to FNMT 019, Introductory Mathematics, helping students succeed at that course by providing additional time to work on course concepts and procedures.

Prerequisite

FNMT 019, which may be taken concurrently



FNMT 101 - Quantitative Reasoning

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to enable students in liberal arts programs to learn how to use and interpret quantitative information in a real-world context. Students will learn how to use data to make decisions in day-to-day life, develop simple mathematical models in their personal and professional settings, and reach logical conclusions in real-world scenarios. The students will learn by exploring topics such as formal logic, algebraic modeling, and estimation.

Academic Major Restrictions:

Students must be in one of the following academic degree programs to take this course:

  • Art & Design 
  • Black Studies 
  • Communication Studies 
  • Creative Writing AC 
  • English 
  • International Studies 
  • ASL/English Interpreting
  • Liberal Arts 
  • Liberal Arts: Honors

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or FNMT 118 ready placement.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Real numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, absolute value equations and inequalities, linear equations in two variables, graphs of lines, systems of linear equations in two variables, quadratic equations in one variable, problem solving. An on-campus, in-person departmental final exam is required with no calculators allowed.

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or  FNMT 019 completed or FNMT 118 (or higher) placement

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



FNMT 121 - Retail Mathematics & Merchandising

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students learn the essential concepts, practices, and quantitative skills necessary for retail planning, buying, and selling. This course covers mathematical topics that pertain to students who are pursuing careers in Fashion Merchandising. These topics include profit and loss statement, retail pricing of merchandise, markups, markdowns, the retail method of inventory, six-month planning, and assortment planning. Students learn the various financial tools that retailers use to evaluate performance. Students will simulate buying decisions and learn how to use technology to assist in retail management.

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or FNMT 118 (or higher) placement

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



FNMT 141 – College Algebra I with Applications

Credit Hours:

This course is designed for students pursuing STEM programs; e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering Science or a prerequisite for MATH 161. This course covers complex numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, graphs of linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations in two variables, quadratic equations in one variable, equations with rational expressions, equations with radical expressions, and problem solving. A proctored departmental final exam is required with no calculators allowed.

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 or FNMT 118 placement



FNMT 141 – College Algebra I with Applications

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is designed for students pursuing STEM programs; e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering Science or a prerequisite for MATH 161. This course covers complex numbers, polynomials, rational expressions, algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities in one variable, graphs of linear equations and inequalities, systems of linear equations in two variables, quadratic equations in one variable, equations with rational expressions, equations with radical expressions, and problem solving. A proctored departmental final exam is required with no calculators allowed.

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 or FNMT 118 placement         

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



FREN 101 - Elementary French

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary French 101 introduces basic written and spoken French to students who have little or no previous knowledge of the language. Through the lens of French culture, the four fundamental aspects of language learning, listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing, are learned simultaneously. Communication skills and vocabulary are emphasized, through oral performance and basic reading knowledge.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



FREN 102 - Elementary French

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary French 102 is a continuation of spoken and written French for students who have successfully completed Elementary French 101. Additional vocabulary and grammar concepts are introduced. The four fundamental aspects of language learning-comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing-continue to be developed. Additional aspects of Francophone culture are presented.

Prerequisite

FREN 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



FREN 201 - Intermediate French

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate French 201 is the first half of a two-semester sequence in Intermediate French. The four fundamental aspects of language learning-comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing-are emphasized, building on the students' existing skills in French developed in French 101 and 102. More refined grammatical structures are introduced as well as idiomatic expressions used in everyday French.

Prerequisite

FREN 102



FREN 202 - Intermediate French

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate French 202 is the second half of a two-semester sequence in Intermediate French. It continues to emphasize the four fundamental aspects of language learning-comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing-building on the students' existing skills in French. More refined grammatical structures are introduced as well as additional idiomatic expressions used in everyday French. Strong emphasis is placed on aural comprehension and oral presentation. 

Prerequisite

FREN 201



FSCI 104 - Fire Prevention and Building Codes

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course provides students with an in-depth knowledge of fire safety based on model (nationally recognized) fire prevention and building codes with amendments unique to the city of Philadelphia. A description of the historical background and purpose of fire prevention and building codes is followed by major topics of fire safety: occupancy and construction types, egress requirements, hazardous materials (types, storage, restrictions), fire protection systems and the conducting of fire safety inspections of buildings.

Course Offered Online: Yes



FSCI 111 - Emergency Scene Management

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces the student to the complexities of managing a response to an emergency scene such as a fire, explosion or multi-casualty incident. The student will learn the importance of the Incident Command System (ICS), the primary functional duties within this system and the process of establishing command and control at an emergency scene. In addition, this course teaches the student several methods of emergency scene analysis and a systematic approach to deciding on the appropriate course of action for first-responders.



FSCI 142 - Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety for Firefighters

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Provides an understanding of contemporary health and safety issues, and regulations in modern workplaces and communities. Major study of basic health and safety management principles.



FSCI 172 - Fire Detection and Suppression Systems

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will provide students with knowledge of basic hydraulic principles and the practical application to sprinkler and standpipe delivery system design and operation. It will assist students in making tactical decisions on the emergency scene or when planning for emergencies.



FSCI 181 - Building Construction for the Fire Service

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Course will familiarize students with qualities and types of structures commonly encountered in Philadelphia: ordinary construction, wood frame, masonry, concrete and steel frame. The course will identify the inherent strengths and weaknesses of building structural systems and building materials with regard to flammability, toxicity and emergency scene personnel deployment. In addition, the course will address newly developed construction techniques.



FSCI 221 - Fire Prevention and Protection

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with an understanding of the evolution of the fire service. They will examine historical precedents and the major responsibility of the fire service in preventing fire and establishing and maintaining safe environments. Analysis of fire prevention problems and the components of an effective fire prevention program are studied.



FSCI 241 - Fire Administration

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with an understanding of management as a theoretical as well as a practiced discipline. They will examine how management is practiced in various environments with particular emphasis on identifying and understanding the differences between public service institutions and private organizations with regard to public safety.

Course Offered Online: Yes



FSCI 271 - Hazardous Materials

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with the basic knowledge to recognize, identify, classify and evaluate the dangers posed by hazardous materials. Students will learn to control hazardous materials emergencies by using the incident management model. Topics covered include: site safety and control; responder roles within the incident management system; related standards, laws and regulations; evaluation of the properties of hazardous materials; container and environment evaluation; personal protective equipment; decontamination and termination procedures. This course prepares interested students for the Pennsylvania Voluntary Fire Service Hazardous Material Awareness (NFPA #472 Standard) Certification Exam, that is proctored at the Philadelphia Fire Training Academy.



FSCI 281 - Fire Investigation

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will acquaint students with the theories of fire investigation, consistent with National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) protocols. Methodology of fire investigation, motives of arsonists, fuels, incendiary fires, explosions and auto fires will be discussed, as will the formulation and testing of a hypothesis with regard to the origin and cause of a fire.



FSCI 291 - Computer Assisted Pre-Fire Planning

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course teaches students to create, maintain, modify and enact pre-fire plans regarding a variety of building occupancies and facilities. Using CAD technology, students learn to create graphic depictions of buildings and fire access routes, plot locations of fire stand-pipes and hydrants, charge emergency egress routes throughout building interiors, and plan for the deployment of firefighting equipment.

Additional Course Fees: $85



FYE 101 - First Year Experience

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces first-year students to ideas and strategies required for college-level academic inquiry and college success, including critical thinking, communication, cultural competence, problem-solving, data interpretation, and institutional knowledge. Students develop college preparedness skills such as time management, note taking, study methods, test taking, information literacy, and an understanding of academic integrity. Students apply critical thinking and communication skills to areas such as cultural diversity, media literacy and financial literacy and gain an understanding of campus and community resources. Students create an appropriate academic plan, financial plan, and career/transfer plan in the course of the semester. Students in degree programs requiring FYE 101 must enroll in the course within the first 12 credits. 

Academic Major Restrictions:

Students must be in one of the following academic degree programs to take this course:

  • Art & Design 
  • ASL/INT 
  • Black Studies 
  • Communication Studies 
  • Creative Writing AC 
  • English 
  • International Studies 
  • Liberal Arts 
  • Liberal Arts: Honors 
  • Mass Media 

Course Offered Online: Yes



GEOG 101 - Introduction to Physical Geography

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to the basic concepts of physical geography that will involve the examination of the physical systems and processes which create many types of landforms and shape the earth's environment. In addition to introducing students to the concepts relevant to the physical world patterns, such as those relating to the makeup of the earth, weathering and mass movement, ocean currents and wind interaction, glaciation and periglaciation, this course also helps them understand the creation of the physical world as a systematic rather than a random formation.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



GEOG 103 - Introduction to Human Geography

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Human Geography examines the relationships among people, culture, and space. It is the study of spatial variations among cultural groups and the spatial functioning of societies at local, regional and global scales both within the United States and throughout the world. This course focuses on describing, analyzing and comparing the ways in which human attributes, cultural characteristics and structures, including population, demographics, migration, language, religion, popular and folk cultures, race, ethnicity, gender roles, political and economic systems, levels of development, resource management, and land use and urbanization, remain constant or vary around the world. Students examine the relationships among cultural and human patterns, economic activities, and the physical environment, analyze and interpret information from primary sources, and develop skills in writing appropriate for geography and the social sciences.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



GEOG 180 - Urban Geography

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Examines cities and their surrounding regions from the perspective of a geographer, a social scientist searching for order in the way people organize and use the space they inhabit, through an analysis of physical, economic and social patterns within the urban areas of the United States and the world. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



GEOG 222 - World Regional Geography

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the numerous physical processes which have shaped the world's landscapes, as well as various historical, political and economic forces which underlie the world's complex social landscapes. The regions covered include North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the former Soviet Union, Asia and the Pacific.

Prerequisite

GEOG 101 or GEOG 103



GLS 101 - Introduction to Global Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Global Studies 101 takes an interdisciplinary approach to studying global issues through a variety of perspectives with an aim to explore the connections between the personal and the global. Topics are studied in the contexts of the nation-state systems, international organizations, and human rights, including the history of violent conflicts and peace movements, and the subsequent resolutions, impacts, and outcomes.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



GLS 102 - Political and Economic Foundations in Global Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Using the lens of politics and economics, GLS 102 builds upon key concepts of the field learned in GLS 101 to study the complexities of human interactions as they occur in multiple ways around the world. These include interactions among individuals and groups, interactions in the market through the nation-state, and interactions at the supranational level. GLS 102 is global in coverage, focusing on low, middle- and high-income countries, and is practical in orientation. It covers key concepts including development, sustainability, security, and sovereignty. Particular attention is focused throughout the course on case studies of several countries, which allows students to see the connections between the concepts and how they play out in specific socio-economic settings in the present-day world.

Prerequisite

GLS 101



GS 101 - Introduction to Gender Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Gender Studies 101 introduces students to the foundational concepts in Women's, Men's, Trans, and Nonbinary Studies and examines their historical contexts, contemporary topics, and future concerns. Gender Studies explores gender through multiple lenses including ethnicity, class, religion, nationality, culture, and sexual orientation in order to dissect how it is a social construct, a biological component, and a source of prejudice, stereotype, and privilege. Using primary texts, students will critically and thoughtfully analyze the interdisciplinary and intersectional nature of gender and examine the ways our individual identities navigate gender personally, politically, and societally.

 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



GS 110 - Global Perspectives in Gender Studies

3+0+3
Credit Hours: 3

Global Perspectives in Gender Studies is an introduction to the many issues related to gender in international and diverse societies. This course addresses the gender inequalities and social divides that individuals negotiate under both contemporary and historical expressions of colonialism, capitalism, and globalization. Students in the course will critically analyze how transnationalism and intersectionality impact individuals, why gender is a core issue in all cultures, and how social justice movements are confronting inequalities worldwide. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HEBR 101 - Elementary Hebrew I

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary Hebrew I introduces students with no prior knowledge of the language to basic forms, words and structures of the Hebrew language. Its main goal is to teach the fundamentals of writing and reading and provide students with basic abilities to hold simple conversations in Hebrew. Aspects of Jewish and Israeli culture and values that relate to the language are studied and discussed.



HEBR 102 - Elementary Hebrew II

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of HEBR 101, Elementary Hebrew I, this course builds on the foundations of writing and reading acquired in the first semester and provides additional skills in these areas. A strong emphasis is put on listening and speaking skills and consequently most of class time is conducted in Hebrew. Aspects of Jewish and Israeli culture, history and values are integrated into the material. 

Prerequisite

HEBR 101



HIST 101 - US History: Colonial America through the Revolutionary Era

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Colonial America through the Revolutionary Era surveys the political, social, economic, cultural and ideological characteristics of the 17th and 18th centuries, beginning with the earliest settlements through the establishment of the early American republic. Students are introduced to the techniques and strategies of historians through the use of historical texts, both primary and secondary, as well as the procedures of historical writing. Attention is given to multiple American cultures and their prevalent values and institutions; the explanations for change in such values and institutions; and relationships within the American colonies and the early United States both among the cultural groups comprising the national population as well as with those of Europe and Africa.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 102 - US History: The Civil War and the 19th Century

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

US History: The Civil War and the 19th Century surveys the political, social, economic, cultural and ideological characteristics of the United States from the early Republic, through the Civil War, to the Spanish American War. Students are introduced to the techniques and strategies of historians through the use of historical texts, both primary and secondary, as well as the procedures of historical writing. Attention is given to the prevalent values and institutions of America; the explanations for change in such values and institutions; and the interaction of the United States with the cultural groups comprising the national population as well as with specific nations of the world.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 103 - US History: The 20th Century and Beyond

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

US History: The 20th Century and Beyond surveys the political, social, economic, cultural and ideological characteristics of modern America beginning c. 1900. Students are introduced to the techniques and strategies of historians through the use of historical texts, both primary and secondary, as well as the procedures of historical writing. Attention is given to prevalent American values and institutions; the explanations for change in such values and institutions; and the relationship between the United States and other cultures.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 103H - United States and Pennsylvania History: The 20th Century (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Modern United States History from the end of the 19th century to the present with special attention to its relationship to other humanities and social sciences, and with an emphasis on historical theory and interpretation. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



HIST 121 - World History: The Distant Past

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course students examine the remote past to understand the roots of contemporary social institutions. The development of complex societies in Africa, Eurasia, the Americas and the Pacific will be explored, along with the growth of empires, long-distance trade networks, and religious traditions. Students identify and interpret archival materials and primary sources, with a focus on themes, patterns, processes, and events prior to the sixteenth century.

NOTE: History 121 and 122 may be taken in any order.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 122 - World History: The Recent Past

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students examine the recent past to understand the roots of contemporary phenomena such as the nation-state, international law, social movements, and global networks of trade and technology. Students identify and interpret archival materials and primary sources, with a focus on themes, patterns, processes, and events from the sixteenth century onward.

NOTE: History 121 and 122 may be taken in any order.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 142 - Food History

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students will study the historical relationship between human beings and the food they consume, as well as the social institutions that have evolved around the production and consumption of food across cultures and time periods. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 146 - Latino American History

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Analyzing the Latino story in terms of race, gender and class, this course weaves the too little known story of Latino Americans into the history of the United States. Some of the time periods and movements analyzed include the 16th century conquest, colonization, 19th century expansion, the Great Depression, World War II, Post war society, the Civil Rights movement, and late 20th and early 21st century immigration. For this course, the term, "Latinos" includes people from the Caribbean, Central and South America, Mexico and Belize.



HIST 150 - History of American Health Care

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A historical, conceptual survey of the origins and development of American health care from colonial America to the contemporary health care issues of the United States. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 151 - History of Capitalism

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Capitalism is the dominant system of economic organization in the world today. Students will examine its origins, its development, its critics and its alternatives. In doing so, they will draw upon the fields of business history, labor history, political economy, and the history of economic thought, while applying lessons from these fields to contemporary economic problems.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 160 - History of American Diversity

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course places the themes of race, ethnicity, gender, class and religion in a historical context from pre-Columbian America through colonial and revolutionary North America and into the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It strives to be culturally inclusive and intellectually encompassing, emphasizing the actual experiences of ordinary citizens as well as those of extraordinary individuals.



HIST 170/RS 170 - Religion in American History

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the origins, beliefs, practices and cultural significance of  religious traditions and movements in American history, including but not limited to Native American religious traditions, Protestant denominations, Roman Catholicism, Judaism, Islam, African American religions, and religious movements founded in the United States such as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) and the Seventh-Day Adventists. Close reading and interpretive analysis of primary texts constitute the major course activities. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 176/ADC 176 - Philadelphia History: Architecture and Planning

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students in this course will study Philadelphia's physical and social development from William Penn's initial founding through the 21st Century. The course will focus on interpretation of the city's physical design as an expression of social, demographic and political contexts, technological advances and new materials, and evolving construction techniques of each significant historical period. Students participate in field trips and other onsite experiences that take place in various sections of the city. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 180 - Women and History

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The role of women in a multi-cultural context studied historically. Special emphasis on women's cultural and social roles in diverse societies in different periods. 



HIST 220 - African American History to 1877

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Making use of primary texts, this course surveys the social, cultural and political history of African Americans from enslavement through the Civil War and the post-war period, Reconstruction. Beginning in West Africa, the course examines three centuries of North American slavery, as well as the initial experiences of African Americans with emancipation and the promises of Reconstruction. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 221 - African American History After 1865

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course surveys the cultural, social and political history of African Americans after the Civil War. Especially through close reading of primary texts, the course examines the experiences of African Americans during emancipation, urbanization, and the modern Civil Rights and Black Power eras. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HIST 297H - Intellectual History: Ancient and Medieval (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Ancient and medieval intellectual history with special attention to its relationship to other disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, and with an emphasis on historical theory and interpretation. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H



HIST 298H - Intell Hist: Modern Honors

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Modern History from the Reformation to the 21st century with special attention to its relationship to other disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, and with an emphasis on historical theory and interpretation.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H



HUM 101 - Cultural Traditions: Ancient to the 13th Century

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Interdisciplinary study of the humanities, from the ancient world to the 13th century, including literature, philosophy, music, art and history. Crucial themes of continuing importance, such as justice, duty, the concept of the self, and the relationship between the individual and society, will be examined in both Western and non-Western cultures. The course emphasizes oral and written analysis of primary works.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 may be taken concurrently

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 101H - Cultural Traditions: Ancient to the 13th Century (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Interdisciplinary study of the humanities, from the ancient world to the 13th century, including literature, philosophy, art and history. Crucial themes of continuing importance, such as justice, the hero and the concept of the self will be examined in both Western and non-Western cultures. Course will emphasize oral and written analysis of primary works. May be taken concurrently with any Honors course.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 102 - Cultural Traditions: 14th Century to the Present

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Interdisciplinary study of the humanities, from the 14th century world to the present, including literature, philosophy, music, art and history. Crucial themes of continuing importance, such as justice, duty, the concept of the self, and the relationship between the individual and society, will be examined in both Western and non-Western cultures. The course will emphasize oral and written analysis of primary works.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 may be taken currently

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 102H - Cultural Traditions: 14th Century to the Present (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Interdisciplinary study of the humanities, from the 14thcentury world to the present, including literature, philosophy, music, art and history. Crucial themes of continuing importance, such as justice, duty, the concept of the self, and the relationship between the individual and society, will be examined in both Western and non-Western cultures. The course will emphasize oral and written analysis of primary works. May be taken concurrently with any Honors course.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 120 - Introduction to Chinese Culture and Civilization

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This interdisciplinary humanities course studies Chinese culture and civilization through art, music, philosophy, literature and history. Close reading of texts, class discussion and writing is required. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 may be taken concurrently

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 130 - Introduction to Japanese Culture and Civilization

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Japanese culture and civilization will be studied through art and philosophical, literary and historical texts set in a chronological context. A close reading and interpretive analysis of primary texts will shape the major course activities which consist of in-class discussion and writing as well as writing assignments. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 may be taken concurrently

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 150 - Introduction to Latin American Cultures and Civilizations

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An introductory interdisciplinary humanities course on the cultures and civilizations of Latin America that will focus on the interpretation of literary, philosophical and historical texts, with a balanced representation from film, art and music. Students will learn about some of the cultures of Latin America from political, economic and social perspectives. Areas include Meso, Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 may be taken concurrently

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 170 - Middle East Cultures and Civilizations

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course offers an interdisciplinary approach to the cultures and civilizations of the Middle East that recognizes both the diversity of the region and the unifying themes common to Middle Eastern societies. Students will explore the ancient past, the impact of Islam and the Golden Age, colonization and nationalist movements, and the contemporary Middle East. History, religion, literature and the arts will be investigated in both traditional and modern contexts. These varied course experiences will provide students with an integrated view of the Middle East today. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



HUM 180 - Introduction to African Cultures and Civilizations

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Humanities 180 is an introductory humanities course focusing on the pre-colonial through contemporary cultures and civilizations of continental Africans. Through the interpretation of various texts and artistic expressions, including scholarly works, literary and non-literary texts, film, art and/or music, students will learn about the migratory patterns, philosophies, cultural histories, and sociopolitical structures of select African societies. Specifically, students will examine the values, beliefs, practices, and the various institutions through which these are transmitted.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 may be taken concurrently

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



IDS 120 - Intro to a Study Abroad Site

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

This one-credit course introduces students to the history, cultural traditions, and current circumstances of a specific study abroad site. This course combines fifteen hours of formal class time with additional co-curricular activities at the program site. Students are required to attend lectures and discussions on campus prior to the trip, at the site, and on campus after returning from the site. Students will spend at least five days at the site not including travel days to and from the destination.



IDS 150 - Introduction to African Diaspora Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students in this course will study the experience of Africans living in Africa, Europe, North and South America, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. An interdisciplinary course, it makes use of sources from history, literature and the social sciences. Students will study racial, ethnic, cultural and religious traditions of the African Diaspora, including patterns of exclusion and inclusion and the social relations between Diaspora Africans and non-African populations.



IDS 297H - Seminar in the Humanities and Social Sciences: Ancient and Medieval (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An interdisciplinary seminar in ancient and medieval social thought with a focus on philosophy, literature and intellectual history. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H



IDS 298H - Seminar in the Humanities and Social Sciences - Modern (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An interdisciplinary seminar in modern social thought with a focus on philosophy, literature and intellectual history. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H



IDS 299H: Interdisciplinary Seminar: Comprehensive Timeline or Thematic Approach (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

An interdisciplinary seminar in social thought with a focus on philosophy, literature, and intellectual history.

Prerequisite

Grade of "B" or better in at least one Honors course and/or Approval of Honors Coordinator



INT 105 - Introduction to the American Deaf Community

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides a framework for understanding cultural and historical perspectives of the deaf community in America. Students will gain a deeper appreciation of in-group attitudes, values and beliefs of deaf people. They will study the American deaf community as a minority group with distinct social, linguistic and political norms. Topics covered include misconceptions in the hearing world about deaf people, in-group perspectives, organizations of and by deaf people, and history of the deaf community from ancient to modern times.



INT 106 - American Deaf Culture

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The study of the American deaf community and its culture from a sociological and intercultural point of view. Students will explore the meaning of culture, intercultural communication, American deaf and American hearing cultures, attitudes and prejudices toward the deaf community, diversity in deaf culture, communication access, as well as deaf art, literature and folklore. 

Restricted to INTR Majors

Prerequisite

INT 105 with a grade of "C" or better.



INT 240 - Introduction to the Field of ASL/English Interpreting

3-0-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Overview of both traditional and contemporary perspectives on interpretation and interpreters. Topics include history of interpreting, cognitive models of the interpreting process, factors influencing the interpreted interaction, settings for employment, professional ethics and the business of interpreting. Interpretation is studied as an intercultural, as well as an inter-lingual, process. Field observation to observe working interpreters on the job is a required part of this course.

Restricted to INTR majors.

Prerequisite

ASL 230ASL 231, and INT 105 with a grade of "C" or better.

Co-requisites

ENGL 101 with a "C" grade or higher.

Course Offered Online: Yes



INT 242 - Introduction to Interpreting Processes

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to the cognitive processing skills that are components of the complex process of interpretation. Students perform exercises and activities that help develop the ability to translate and consecutively interpret texts in both ASL and English. Students are first introduced to individual processing skills which are later combined in the complex act of interpretation. Major skill areas developed include: visualization, shadowing, listening and comprehension, abstracting, structuring, paraphrasing, dual task, cloze and sight translation. 

Restricted to INTR majors.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ASL 230 and ASL 231 with a grade of "C" or better.

Co-requisites

INT 240 (pre- or corequisite) with a grade of "C" or better.



INT 251 - ASL/English Interpreting I

2-2-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Prepares students for the processing skills needed to interpret between American Sign Language and English. Students learn discourse mapping, a systematic approach for analyzing texts to produce successful, effective interpretations. Students progress from working with familiar to unfamiliar texts, and from translation to consecutive interpreting to simultaneous interpreting. Students also learn to evaluate both their work and the work of others. A field experience in which students shadow working interpreters on the job is a required feature of this course. 

Restricted to INTR majors.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

ASL 232INT 240INT 242 with a grade of "C" or better.

Co-requisites

INT 106 with a grade of "C" or better.



INT 252 - ASL/English Interpreting II

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This second interpreting skills course builds upon information and skills learned in INT 251, with a focus on interactive interpretation and application of professional decision-making. Students practice activities that are dialogic and interactive, in which deaf and hearing people interact and communicate with each other. Situational analysis, identification of features of conversational style, application of interpreting coping strategies and analysis of message equivalency will be applied to simulated practices and role plays.

Restricted to INTR majors.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

INT 251 with a grade of "C" or better.



INT 255 - Transliterating

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

Transliteration between spoken and signed English messages, focusing on secondary and postsecondary educational settings. Course work includes analysis and interpretation of the macrostructure and microstructure of academic texts, translating frozen texts and the application of interpreter management strategies frequently used in educational settings. Students work with rehearsed and unrehearsed texts. 

Restricted to INTR majors.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

INT 251 with a grade of "C" or better.



INT 260 - Interpreting in Specialized Settings

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course allows students to learn best practices for interpreting in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, legal, medical, mental health, deaf-blind, Deaf interpreting, performing arts, and vocational rehabilitation. Students will learn the requisite skills, knowledge and ethical considerations critical to working effectively in these unique situations. Field observation to observe working interpreters on the job is a required part of this course.

Restricted to INTR majors.

Prerequisite

INT 240 with a grade of "C" or better.

Course Offered Online: Yes



INT 297 - Internship in Interpreting

3-0-10-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course offers students supervised practice in ASL/English interpretation in actual work situations. It is the final, integrative course of the ASL/English Interpreting program. Students are placed at a minimum of two different work situations during the semester and must complete a minimum of 120 hours of successful internship experience. At weekly seminars and individual meetings with the instructor, students address topics related to the profession of interpreting, discuss progress and skill development and explore career options.

Restricted to INTR majors.

Prerequisite

INT 252 and INT 255 with a grade of "C" or better.



ITAL 101 - Elementary Italian

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary Italian 101 introduces basic written and spoken Italian to students who have little or no previous knowledge of the language. Through the lens of Italian culture, the four fundamental aspects of language learning, listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing are learned simultaneously. Communication skills and vocabulary are emphasized through oral performance and basic reading knowledge.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



ITAL 102 - Elementary Italian

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Elementary Italian 102 is a continuation of spoken and written Italian for students who have successfully completed Elementary Italian 101. Additional vocabulary and grammar concepts are introduced. The four fundamental aspects of language learning-comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing-continue to be developed. Additional aspects of Italian culture are presented. 

Prerequisite

ITAL 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



ITAL 201 - Intermediate Italian

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate Italian 201 is the first half of a two-semester sequence in Intermediate Italian. The four fundamental aspects of language learning-comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing-are emphasized, building on the students' existing skills in Italian developed in Italian 101 and 102. More refined grammatical structures are introduced as well as idiomatic expressions used in everyday Italian.

Prerequisite

ITAL 102 



ITAL 202 - Intermediate Italian

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate Italian 202 is the second half of a two-semester sequence in Intermediate Italian. It continues to emphasize the four fundamental aspects of language learning-comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing-building on the students' existing skills in Italian. More refined grammatical structures are introduced as well as additional idiomatic expressions used in everyday Italian. Strong emphasis is placed on aural comprehension and oral presentation.

Prerequisite

ITAL 201



JAPN 101 - Elementary Japanese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces basic modern spoken and written Japanese to students who have had little or no previous knowledge of the language. The course will focus on developing students' communication skills in Japanese, including writing, reading, listening and speaking in order for students to function using Japanese in a Japanese social environment. Students will also learn aspects of Japanese culture associated with the use of the language.



JAPN 102 - Elementary Japanese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of Elementary Japanese 101. The course will focus on developing students' communication skills in Japanese including writing, reading, listening and speaking with more advanced basic expressions and more Kanji in order for students to function using Japanese in actual settings. Students will also learn aspects of Japanese culture associated with the use of the language. 

Prerequisite

JAPN 101



JAPN 201 - Intermediate Japanese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

An intermediate course in spoken and written Japanese. The course will focus on developing more advanced communication skills in Japanese: writing, reading, listening and speaking. Students will also continue to learn about aspects of Japanese culture reflected in its language. 

Prerequisite

JAPN 102



JAPN 202 - Intermediate Japanese

3-1-3
Credit Hours: 3

Intermediate Japanese 202 is a continuation of spoken and written Japanese for students who have had Japanese 201 or the equivalent. The course will focus on helping students continue to develop more advanced communication skills in Japanese: writing, reading, listening and speaking. Students will also continue to learn about aspects of Japanese culture associated with the use of the language. 

Prerequisite

JAPN 201



JUS 101 - Survey of Criminal Justice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Survey of Criminal Justice provides an overview of criminal justice systems in the United States. Topics include the history, development and philosophy of criminal justice in our society, including the systemic inequities that presently exist. The course includes an introduction to agencies involved in the administration of criminal justice; career orientation; as well as a discussion of the constitutional limitations of criminal justice.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



JUS 105 - Introduction to Corporate and Homeland Security

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Focuses on the needs, operations and administration of corporate and Homeland Security. The course stresses not only the past and current developments of security in the United States, but also the general functions of security operations, including asset protection, access control, investigations and management of emergency situations. The functions of security administration are also studied, including management, training and human resource management. The issues of Homeland Security will be emphasized in light of the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, which have dramatically altered the focus of security operations. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101



JUS 121 - Legal Issues in Justice and Human Services

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The purpose of the course is to familiarize students with the full range of legal issues emanating from the interaction of justice with human services. These issues may include mental health laws, commitment procedures, correctional law, and rights and liabilities of justice professionals and clients. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 122 - Race and Justice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course will explore the intersectionality of race, ethnicity, crime and the functioning of the criminal justice system, more specifically law enforcement and the courts. Students will examine the impact of race and ethnicity on the type of criminal activities and the response or reaction particularly of law enforcement as a representative of our society. Students will analyze other factors (such as social status, circumstances, and resources) and how they intersect with the system. Students will review the research that exists dealing with the topic of race, ethnicity, and crime to analyze integral parts of the social construction of "criminality."

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



JUS 131 - Technology in Criminal Justice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the use of technology in the criminal justice field. The course will provide students with hands-on, practical experience using software programs developed for criminal justice. The course will also address legal and ethical considerations in the use of technology. Prerequisites: JUS 101, which may be taken concurrently. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



JUS 151 - Police Operations

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The study of line activities of criminal justice agencies. Topics studied include patrol functions, crime prevention, traffic, criminal investigations and specialized units such as juvenile and vice. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101



JUS 171 - Juvenile Justice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Problems of delinquency, interdisciplinary communication and diversion of selected juvenile offenders from the formal justice system. Each component of the system—police, courts, probation and community corrections—is analyzed and recommendations for improvement are considered. The community and the schools and their role in delinquency prevention.

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 181 - Community Relations

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The numerous and complex factors in human relations and their effects on the justice system. Prejudice and discrimination and their effects and implications for police, courts and corrections in a changing and interactive society. History and development of civil rights and liberties. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101



JUS 191 - Victimology and Trauma

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on the criminal justice system from the perspective of the victim. It helps students develop an understanding of what victims may encounter while navigating the criminal justice system. The crimes studied include domestic violence, stalking, terrorism, gang-related violence, and murder. Additional topics include the dynamics of victimization; reporting methods and underreported crimes; theories of victimization (historic and current); indicators and prevention of victimization; social media and fear of crime; victims' rights; and community resources available to crime victims.

Prerequisite

JUS 101, which may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 201 - Introduction to Terrorism

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course considers the history of terrorism, the evolution of the definition of terrorism and the nature of both international and domestic terrorist groups, including the effect of modern technology on the activities of such groups. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 221 - Criminal Investigation

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The principles and methods of investigating criminal offenses will be discussed, to include: history, theories and problems of criminal investigations; crime scene searches; collection, preservation and the recording of physical evidence; impartial gathering of information; interview and interrogation methods; identification of modus operandi and sources of information; scientific and technological aids to investigating; and the development and handling of confidential informants. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 235 - American Correctional Institutions

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The focus of the course is on the institutionally-based aspect of the correctional system. The historical responses to crime and delinquency, theories underlying those responses, the impact of imprisonment, and measures used to evaluate the effectiveness of incarceration are highlighted. The degree to which the variables of sex, race and social class influence correctional policy is also addressed. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 237 - Community-Based Corrections

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The focus of the course is on the community-based aspect of the correctional system. Strategies of supervision used in probation and parole, theories underlying these strategies and evaluative methods of assessing the impact of these strategies are highlighted. Particular emphasis will be given to the role of the helping relationship in the probation/parole agency setting. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 241 - Criminal Law

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Local, state and federal laws; their development, application and enforcement. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101 or PLS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 251 - Comparative Police Systems

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Police systems throughout the world; attention to the applications of particular techniques to American systems of criminal justice. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 261 - Criminal Evidence and Procedure

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Criminal evidence for police; types of evidence; criminal procedure and various courts; arrest, search and seizure; collection of evidence; discretion and related topics. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 281 - Organized Crime

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A foundation course in systematic criminality which examines those criminal organizations whose method of operation includes fear, violence and corruption to achieve strategic and tactical goals. The course investigates these highly-structured, perpetual organizations as well as law enforcement responses to them. 

Prerequisite

JUS 101 or permission of the department head.

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 291 - Contemporary Ethical Issues in Justice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course students examine the role of ethical principles and behavior that permeate every aspect of the criminal justice system and apply these ethical concepts to contemporary and emerging issues in criminal justice. The specific topics discussed within each area will vary based, in part, on current trends and official court rulings in our judicial system.

Prerequisite

JUS 241

Course Offered Online: Yes



JUS 298 - Criminal Justice Internship

2-0-10-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with practical experience in which they apply the knowledge learned throughout the Criminal Justice program in a work environment for a minimum of 100 hours during the semester. In weekly seminars and individual meetings with the course instructor, students explore career options, develop confidence as professionals and acquire career development skills.

Prerequisite

JUS 241 and permission of the Department Head.



JUSR 101 - Introduction to Restorative Justice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

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LEAD 104 - Introduction to Leadership Studies

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to concepts, models and practices of leadership that are effective in civic, community and political organizations. The course examines the purposes and structures of various types of organizations and looks at the sorts of leadership styles and strategies that match these organizations under particular circumstances. Using case studies, simulations and real-life applications, the course aims to help leaders and potential leaders better envision their organizations' purposes, better communicate with members, and better organize members for effective action.



LEAD 114 - Leadership for Effective Organizations

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course engages students in case studies, reading, research and discussion about leadership, especially in community nonprofit organizations. The course focuses on the articulation of an organization's purpose; on the recruitment, organizing, and encouragement of members; on teamwork, effective fund-raising and the successful conducting of projects; and on communicating an organization's mission and activities to the public.



LEAD 120 - Introduction to Conflict Resolution Theory and Practice

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the psycho-social dynamics of conflict as it occurs at the interpersonal, organizational, and community levels of interaction. Various theories addressing the causes and stages of conflict will be presented in order to examine ways in which conflict functions to create and maintain personal identity, group boundaries, and in and out-group identities. Students will develop theoretical and practical frameworks within which to analyze and explore ways to resolve conflicts in settings ranging from home to the workplace. Particular attention will be paid to intractability in community relations and best practices for dispute management and resolution.



MATH 121 - Computer Mathematics and Logic

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to mathematical topics pertinent to Computer Information Systems: number bases, computer coding, logic, set theory, Boolean algebra and logic gates. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or placement in FNMT 118 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



MATH 123 - Mathematical Principles I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to the foundations of mathematics. Topics include: logic and sets, construction of, representation of, estimation of, algebraic, geometric, ordering and metric structures on natural numbers and whole numbers. This course is open to all students but designed primarily for future teachers. This course will be open to students who are in or have placed into ENGL 098 or higher.

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or placement in FNMT 118 or higher

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



MATH 133 - Mathematical Principles II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is a continuation of Mathematical Principles I. Topics include: construction of, representation of, algebraic, geometric, ordering and metric structures on rational and real numbers, approximation and estimation, elementary combinatorics, probability and statistics, notions of size, mensuration, geometric structures and symmetry. 

Prerequisite

MATH 123 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 137 - Geometry for Design

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to two- and three-dimensional geometry for students in visual design curricula. Traditional and computer-based geometrical construction; inductive and deductive reasoning; properties of triangles, polygons and circles; transformations and tessellations; area; the Pythagorean theorem; volume; similarity and the golden mean. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or placement in FNMT 118 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



MATH 150 - Introductory Data Analysis

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to statistical thinking. Visual presentation of data, summarizing of data, probability, sampling and simulation. Evaluation of inferences drawn from a variety of statistical material and generation of reports summarizing and communicating statistical results. Students whose curriculum requires ECON 112/114 may not substitute MATH 150. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 017 or FNMT 019 completed or placement in FNMT 118 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Quantitative Reasoning



MATH 151 - Linear Mathematics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Cartesian coordinates, linear equations in two variables, graphing lines, systems of linear equations and inequalities, Gauss-Jordan elimination, matrices, matrix addition and multiplication, matrix inversion, geometric solution of linear programming problems, the Simplex method, duality. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 with a grade of "C" or better or FNMT 141 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 161 - Precalculus I

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Functions and relations and their graphs, transformations and symmetries; composition of functions; one-to-one functions and their inverses; polynomial functions; complex numbers; rational functions; conic sections. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 with a grade of "C" or better or FNMT 141 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 162 - Precalculus II

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, identities, inverse trigonometric functions, law of sines, law of cosines, trigonometric form of complex numbers, applications. 

Prerequisite

MATH 161 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement in MATH 162 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 163 - Discrete Mathematics I

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

The study of discrete structures. Discussion centers on the following: set theory; functions and relations; counting and discrete probability; introduction to graphs and trees; elements of logic; introduction to proofs, proofs by induction, direct proofs and reduction ad absurdum; recursive equations; Boolean algebra and logic circuits; and applications in computer science. Number theory may also be discussion.

Prerequisite

MATH 161 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement in MATH 162 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 171 - Calculus I

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Functions, graphs, limits, continuity, derivatives and anti-derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions; techniques of differentiation; applications of derivatives, polynomial approximation; indeterminate forms; maxima and minima and applications; curve sketching; the definite integral; the fundamental theorem of calculus; integration by substitution. 

Prerequisite

MATH 162 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement in MATH 171 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 172 - Calculus II

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Fundamental theorem of calculus, integration by substitution, areas and volumes, techniques of integration, arc length, improper integrals, polar coordinates and parametric equations, conic sections, sequences, infinite series, power series, convergence tests, alternating series, Taylor and Maclaurin series. 

Prerequisite

MATH 171 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement in MATH 172 or higher

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 251 - Statistics for Science

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Algebra-based statistics for science. Statistical topics include descriptive measures, graphical methods, discrete and continuous probability distributions, estimation, one- and two-tailed hypothesis testing and categorical data. 

Prerequisite

FNMT 118 with a grade of "C" or better, or FNMT 141 with a grade of "C" or better, or MATH 150 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 263 - Discrete Mathematics II

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Algorithms and algorithm efficiency; big-O, big-Ω, big-Θ and little-o notation; average and worst-case speed; sorting algorithms; graphs, adjacency and incidence matrices; paths; connectedness; bipartite graphs; isomorphism; Euler and Hamilton paths; shortest paths; Dijkstra's algorithm; planarity; Euler's formula; graph coloring; trees; tree traversal; prefix, infix and postfix notation; spanning trees and minimum spanning trees (Prim, Kruskal). Formal languages, finite state machines and automata may also be discussed. Only offered in spring semester and summer II session. 

Prerequisite

MATH 163 with a grade of "C" or better



MATH 270 - Linear Algebra

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Matrices, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, linear transformations and applications. 

Prerequisite

MATH 171 with a grade of "C" or better and MATH 172 with a grade of "C" or better (MATH 172 may be taken concurrently)

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 271 - Calculus III

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Calculus of vector-valued functions and multivariate functions; vectors in multi-dimensional space; cylindrical, spherical and other coordinate systems; partial derivatives; multiple integrals; Green's Theorem; the Divergence Theorem; Stokes Theorem. 

Prerequisite

MATH 172 with a grade of "C" or better and MATH 270 with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes



MATH 272 - Differential Equations

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

First order equations; higher order linear differential equations; systems of linear differential equations; series solutions of linear differential equations; the Laplace transform; applications; first order partial differential equations; Fourier Series. Only offered in spring semester and summer II session. 

Prerequisite

MATH 172 with a grade of "C" or better and MATH 270 with a grade of "C" or better



MHT 101 - Medium and Heavy Truck Maintenance Fundamentals / Intro to Medium and Heavy Truck Service

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is an introductory course in basic medium and heavy truck maintenance and service that prepares students to take the ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance Inspection exam.

Additional Course Fees: $155



MHT 112 - Medium and Heavy Truck Electricity

2-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is a course in basic medium and heavy truck electrical diagnosis and service that prepares students to take the ASE T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems exam. 

Additional Course Fees: $155

Prerequisite

MHT 101, which may be taken concurrently



MHT 114 - Medium and Heavy Truck Steering and Suspension

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a course in basic medium and heavy truck steering and suspension systems diagnosis and service that prepares students to take the ASE T5 Suspension & Steering exam.

Additional Course Fees: $155

Co-requisites

MHT 112, which may be taken concurrently



MHT 120 - Medium and Heavy Truck Brake Systems

2-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a course in basic medium and heavy truck brake system diagnosis and service that prepares students to take the ASE T4 Brakes exam.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

MHT 112, which may be taken concurrently



MHT 125 - Medium and Heavy Truck Hydraulic Systems

3-4-3
Credit Hours: 3

This is a course in basic medium and heavy truck hydraulic diagnosis and service that prepares students to work with many hydraulic systems found in medium and heavy trucks, buses, tractor-trailer systems, and off-road equipment.

Additional Course Fees: $155

Prerequisite

MHT 112, which may be taken concurrently



MHT 180 - Medium and Heavy Truck Engine Service

3-4-4
Credit Hours: 4

This is a course in basic medium and heavy truck diesel- and gas-powered engine diagnoses and service that prepares students to take the ASE T1 Gasoline Engine and the ASE T2 Diesel Engine exams.

Additional Course Fees: $155

Prerequisite

MHT 101 and MHT 112, which may be taken concurrently



MKTG 131 - Principles of Marketing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students study the essentials of marketing within the framework of real-time digital information sources and the transformational impact these recent technological developments have had. Students examine the role of marketing in society as well as specifically within business organizations. The "four Ps" of marketing (product, price, place and promotion) are explored as well as ethical responsibilities.

Prerequisite

MNGT 121 may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MLT 102 - Phlebotomy

2-3-8-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides students the skills and knowledge required to work in specimen collection in a healthcare setting. Emphasis is on venipuncture procedures, professionalism, the operation of the clinical laboratory, and specimen processing. Clinical practice is included. 

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

English Level V; FNMT 019 or FNMT 017 placement or higher and approval of department head or MLT curriculum coordinator.
Applicants must be 18 years of age on or before the first day of the semester  

Course Offered Online: Yes



MLT 155 - Clinical Hematology

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Principles of urinalysis and blood formation, constituents and function, including blood coagulation. Emphasis on theory and performance of diagnostic hematological procedures and the correlation of laboratory results with kidney and blood disorders. 

Enrollment restricted to MLT majors.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

BIOL 108 or BIOL 110 which may be taken concurrently and MLT 102, which may be taken concurrently. 



MLT 205 - Immunohematology and Immunology

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course covers basic theory and concepts of antigen-antibody reactions and their impact on transfusion medicine. Topics include fundamental theories of blood group antigens, the genetics of inheritance, formation of corresponding antibodies and relevance to transfusion. Students perform basic blood bank procedures and select donors. Relationships of infection and immunity and specific serological methods for diagnosis of disease will be briefly described.

Enrollment restricted to MLT majors.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

MLT 155 with a grade of "C" or better



MLT 225 - Clinical Chemistry

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

CHEM 121 - College Chemistry IThis course will explore the principles and procedures of routine clinical chemistry analyses, correlation of results with pathophysiology, and quality control. The laboratory focuses on routine procedures to include glucose, BUN, total protein using spectrophotometers, quality control materials and an introduction to instrumentation. 

Enrollment restricted to MLT majors.

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

CHEM 110 and CHEM 118 or CHEM 121 and CHEM 122, BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 + BIOL 110FNMT 118 or MATH 118, MLT 205.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MLT 245 - Clinical Microbiology

3-3-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

Continuation of BIOL 241. Isolation and identification of clinically significant pathogenic bacteria from all types of clinical specimens. Serologic procedures and an introduction to mycology and parasitology. 

Additional Course Fees: $105

Prerequisite

BIOL 241, MLT 205, CHEM 110 and CHEM 118 or CHEM 121 and CHEM 122 all with a grade of "C" or better. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



MLT 265 - Current Topics in Medical Laboratory Sciences

3-0-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Students correlate laboratory findings with pathological conditions in humans in discussions, seminars, and lectures. Students will present clinical case studies and a research-based capstone project.

Prerequisite

MLT 225 and MLT 245 both with a grade of "C" or better



MLT 295 - Clinical Practice

2-0-32-6
Credit Hours: 6

A coordinated period of supervised experience in all areas of an affiliated clinical laboratory providing the opportunity to perform a variety of clinical procedures and develop technical competence, plus a weekly seminar to address various aspects of laboratory science. 

Enrollment restricted to MLT majors.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

MLT 225 and MLT 245 with a grade "C" or better. MLT 155 and MLT 265 must be taken concurrently.



MNGT 102 - First Year Experience for Business - Accelerated

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces first-year students enrolled in the Business—Accelerated program to success strategies for professional development and college-level scholarship. Areas studied include career planning, problem solving, critical thinking, professionalism, cultural competence, working within teams, and basic business literacy. The course also helps students to gain an institutional knowledge of the College. Students create a comprehensive professional development plan, including academic, financial, and career/transfer components. This course is restricted to students in the Business—Accelerated program.



MNGT 111 - Business Mathematics

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Basic mathematical processes required for business calculations. Fundamentals of arithmetical operations, business problem solving, linear algebra and logarithms. Interest and discount calculation, allocation and depreciation, markup and markdown, annuities and present value.



MNGT 121 - Introduction to Business

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course introduces students to business activity and its role in the free enterprise system. The course gives an overview of economic systems, e-commerce, forms of business ownership, issues of ethical and social responsibility, global business, small business ownership, principles of management, marketing, information technology and systems, accounting, finance and business law.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MNGT 141 - Principles of Management

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course reviews the five functions of management (planning, organizing, staffing, leading/motivating, and controlling) and the history of the development of management theory. It covers in detail the subset concepts and theories associated with the functions. The course explains the universality of management theory in its application within commercial, not-for-profit, governmental and other organizational settings. It covers management in its global applications as well as its involvement with organizational ethics and organizational social responsibility. Students with evidence of 2 years of management or supervision experience can have the prerequisite waived with permission of the department head.

Prerequisite

MNGT 121 may be taken concurrently.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MNGT 142 - Management Information Systems

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course focuses on the role of information technology as a business enabler and covers management information systems applications, including customer relationship management systems, enterprise systems, e-commerce applications, transaction processing systems, business analytics, and emerging technologies. Students evaluate the organizational fit and suitability of business applications and interpret the interaction between information technology, customers, processes, data, infrastructure, participants, and environment in an organization. The ethical challenges of information technology and the evolving role of management information systems in the organization, and the role and careers of MIS professionals are also covered.

Prerequisite

MNGT 121

Course Offered Online: Yes



MNGT 262 - Business Law

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A study of the key areas of the law as they apply to business including analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the "S" corporation, "C" corporation, Limited Liability Company, limited and general partnership and sole proprietorships; the Uniform Commercial Code, including the law of sales, warranties and negotiable instruments; contract law and enforceability; liability for negligence and intentional torts; purchase and sale of real estate; and bailment of personal property.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MUS 100 - Music Reading

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to music reading and elementary music theory: notation, terminology, key and time signatures, rhythm, meter, major scales, diatonic and chromatic intervals and triads and inversions.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MUS 101 - Piano I

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

This course is designed to help the student acquire the basic skills needed for piano playing proficiency. Notation, fingerings, keyboard awareness, treble and bass clef reading, major scales, root position triads, rhythms and time signatures will be studied and incorporated in classroom performance. Self-disciplined daily practice is also needed to achieve the course goals.

Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Prerequisite

ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 102 - Piano II

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

This course is a continuation of studies begun in Music 101, to further develop skills needed for reading and performing piano music. Students will master compositions in which each hand simultaneously plays an independent part, in order to build left hand-right hand coordination, a necessity for piano performance. Students will also study ten minor scales. In addition, students will learn root position triads for harmonic minor scales, to be played in sequence, ascending and descending, with both hands simultaneously.

Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Prerequisite

MUS 101, ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement. 

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 103 - Introduction to Music

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the art and science of listening to music with engagement and understanding, presuming no prior musical knowledge or experience. Students will learn how to listen to music actively and critically, with emphasis on instrumentation, musical form, function, performance practices, cultural influences, and aesthetics. Examples from Western and world music will be used to engage students in discussion and study. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



MUS 105 - Music of the Baroque and Classical Eras

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A survey of music in western civilization focusing on Western music written between 1600-1825, including works by Monteverdi, Purcell, Handel, Vivaldi, J.S. Bach, Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. 

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



MUS 106 - Great Romantic Music

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A survey of music in Western civilization from the nineteenth into the twenty-first century: Schubert, Chopin, Liszt, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Debussy, Ravel and others. Students analyze songs, tone poems, symphonies, sonatas, operas, ballets, concerti, nationalism and impressionism and connect these elements to modern-day composition.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



MUS 108 - Guitar I

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

Guitar I covers the basics of guitar playing: free stroke, rest stroke, note reading, left and right fingering on the strings, arpeggios, strumming patterns and chord progressions. Weekly performance assignments include right and left hand fingering development, note and tablature reading, strumming patterns, arpeggios, chords in major and minor keys, counting and rhythms. Student must provide their own instruments.

Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Prerequisite

ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement. 

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 109 - Guitar II

1-0-1
Credit Hours: 1

Guitar II continues basic guitar technique, building on the techniques learned in Guitar I. Weekly performance assignments include more advanced right and left hand fingering, note and tablature reading, strumming patterns, arpeggios, chords in major and minor keys, counting and rhythms. Students must provide their own instruments.

Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Prerequisite

MUS 108, ENGL 071 and ENGL 081/ENGL 091 or higher placement. 

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 115 - Introduction to Music Technology

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This hands-on course teaches students how to create, edit, and manipulate MIDI files in order to layer various tracks to create finished MIDI sequences. Students will learn compositional and editing skills using industry-standard computers and digital audio hardware and software. They will learn how to properly connect various pieces of audio and MIDI hardware and how to set up music applications. In addition to the hands-on curriculum, students will learn about the history of analog and digital synthesis and the evolution of the technology, focusing on the relationships between past and present technologies.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 116 - Theory I

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

A first-level coordinated study of practical musical literacy (sight-reading and musical dictation) and musical grammar and structure (harmony), demonstrating and reinforcing the common language between the two aspects of musical discipline.

Prerequisite

MUS 100



MUS 118 - Theory II

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

An intermediate coordinated study of practical musical literacy (sight-reading and musical dictation) and musical grammar and structure (harmony), reinforcing the common language between the two aspects of musical discipline.

Prerequisite

MUS 116



MUS 120 - Music of African-Americans

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course consists of a survey of music that evolved from the African-American experience in America: folk music, blues, gospel, jazz, rhythm and blues, and concert music. This course also discusses the instruments, singing style and performance practice of traditional West African music. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



MUS 121 - Modern American Music

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A survey of music in 20th and 21st century America including examples from both popular and concert traditions: jazz, musical theater, opera, ballet and popular music.

NOTE: Music majors will supply their own instruments for all applied music courses.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



MUS 141 - Applied Music I

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200



MUS 142 - Applied Music II

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 143 - Applied Music III

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 144 - Applied Music IV

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or higher in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or higher in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 170 - Audio and Music for Interactive Media

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This hands-on course provides students with the fundamental audio, music and recording skills associated with video game audio and nonlinear interactive media. Students will study various aspects of sound design and nonlinear music and will gain experience in the recording, editing and signal processing of audio assets for video game implementation. Additionally, students will learn about the various audio roles in the development of video games.

Additional Course Fees: 85



MUS 180 - Music Business

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course introduces students to the business of music, including the inner workings of record label contracts, publishing deals, production agreements and an overview of various career opportunities. Students learn essential skills in artist management, concert promotion and touring, and merchandising and branding; as well as trends in social networking, new media and emerging technologies that are applicable to the music industry.

Course Offered Online: Yes



MUS 196 - Ensemble I

0-2-4-1
Credit Hours: 1

Music 196197296 and 297 teach music majors skills needed to play with vocal, jazz, guitar, percussion, orchestra and chamber groups: sight-reading, ensemble performance skills, rehearsal techniques, performance etiquette and recital production.

Course Number AppendixCourse Title
BBrass Ensemble I
CChamber Music Ensemble I
EElectronic Ensemble I
GJazz Guitar Ensemble I
HHip Hop Ensemble I
JJazz Ensemble I
PPop & Rock Ensemble I
SA*Soprano/Alto Ensemble I
TB*Tenor/Bass Ensemble I

 

* Note: SA & TB Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 197 - Ensemble II

0-2-4-1
Credit Hours: 1

Music 196197296 and 297 teach music majors skills needed to play with vocal, jazz, guitar, percussion, orchestra and chamber groups: sight-reading, ensemble performance skills, rehearsal techniques, performance etiquette and recital production.

Course Number AppendixCourse Title
BBrass Ensemble I
CChamber Music Ensemble I
EElectronic Ensemble I
GJazz Guitar Ensemble I
HHip Hop Ensemble I
JJazz Ensemble I
PPop & Rock Ensemble I
SA*Soprano/Alto Ensemble I
TB*Tenor/Bass Ensemble I

 

* Note: SA & TB Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 215 - Advanced Music Technology and Multimedia

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of studies begun in MUS 115, this course focuses on advanced concepts in music technology and their application to multimedia. Students learn how to score for film and synchronize multimedia with advanced sound design, sampling, and production techniques.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

MUS 115



MUS 216 - Theory III

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

An advanced level coordinated study of practical musical literacy (sight-reading and musical dictation) and musical grammar and structure (harmony), reinforcing the common language between the two aspects of musical discipline.

Prerequisite

MUS 118



MUS 220 – ProTools and Ableton Live - Audio Editing and Production

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

A thorough, hands-on study of digital audio editing and production using the ProTools and Ableton Live workstations.  Emphasis is placed on both real-time and offline signal processing, automation, and mixing techniques as well as MIDI and software instrument implementation.

Additional Course Fees: $85

Prerequisite

MUS 215



MUS 241- Applied Music V

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 242 - Applied Music VI

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 243 - Applied Music VII

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 244 - Applied Music VIII

.5-0-9-2
Credit Hours: 2

Seven and a half hours of private music instruction: technique, repertoire and professional performing skills. MUS 244 applied music instruction includes a final recital as well as a repertoire paper to be handed in and disseminated to faculty one week prior to the student's recital.

Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Additional Course Fees: $200

Prerequisite

Student must satisfy the Music Performance major audition requirements, be accepted, and enroll in the program. Student must see department chair prior to enrolling. Students may not audit Applied Music courses and no Applied Music course can be repeated if the student earns a grade of "C" or better in the course.

To be eligible to enroll in an applied course, students must also be registered for at least one additional course during the term unless there are no other courses being offered during that term that are required for the program or certificate of study.

Part-time students may enroll in one, sequential Applied Music course per term.

Full-time students may enroll in two, sequential Applied Music courses concurrently, during the Fall and Spring semesters.



MUS 260 - Sound Reinforcement and Recording Session

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course prepares students for the techniques and practices used in a professional recording studio. It includes learning various studio hardware, signal processing, mixing board console navigation, signal flow, microphone designs and how they are used for recording sound, and where they are typically placed. Students learn how to run a live recording session and the best way to record, edit and master that session. 

Prerequisite

MUS 215



MUS 270 - Game Audio Implementation

4-0-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of audio implementation techniques in video game development using Wwise middleware coupled with the Unity game engine. Students will implement audio and music in an interactive, nonlinear, in-game environment and will spend the term gradually compiling a game build, culminating in a final project that can be used to start a suitable demo reel for employment in the gaming industry and other nonlinear sound design and music applications. This course is apt for both aspiring game audio professionals and game developers seeking to improve their game audio skills.



MUS 280 - Music Entrepreneurship, Licensing and Marketing

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A continuation of studies begun in MUS 180, this course focuses on entrepreneurship in the music industry: marketing music projects, contracts and licensing, royalty reporting and other technological competencies necessary for a successful entertainment industry business. Students work on artist release projects from the College's record label, Spring Garden Records, designing promotional campaigns for press and promotion.

Prerequisite

MUS 180

General Education Fulfillment: Technological Competency



MUS 290 - Music Internship

1-10-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course is the final step in the course sequence of the Sound Recording and Music Technology A.A.S. degree program. Students in the course perform a minimum of 120 hours of on-site internship experience in a professional environment. In addition, students attend a weekly seminar to discuss their internship experiences with the class. In this seminar, students also discuss industry current events, the most recent changes to technology in the field, and highlight employment preparation skills. Students perform their on-site internship in an audio-related field consistent with their career goals and interests.

Prerequisite

MUS 180 and MUS 260, which may be taken concurrently.



MUS 296 - Ensemble III

0-2-4-1
Credit Hours: 1

Music 196197296 and 297 teach music majors skills needed to play with vocal, jazz, guitar, percussion, orchestra and chamber groups: sight-reading, ensemble performance skills, rehearsal techniques, performance etiquette and recital production.

Course Number AppendixCourse Title
BBrass Ensemble I
CChamber Music Ensemble I
EElectronic Ensemble I
GJazz Guitar Ensemble I
HHip Hop Ensemble I
JJazz Ensemble I
PPop & Rock Ensemble I
SA*aSoprano/Alto Ensemble I
TB*Tenor/Bass Ensemble I

 

* Note: SA & TB Students must complete three one-credit courses (MUS 101, MUS 102, MUS 108, MUS 109, or ensemble courses) to meet the Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement for general education.

Additional Course Fees: $85

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



MUS 297 - Ensemble IV

0-2-4-1
Credit Hours: 1

Music 196197296 and 297 teach music majors skills needed to play with vocal, jazz, guitar, percussion, orchestra and chamber groups: sight-reading, ensemble performance skills, rehearsal techniques, performance etiquette and recital production.

Course Number AppendixCourse Title
BBrass Ensemble IV
CChamber Music Ensemble IV
EElectronic Ensemble IV
GJazz Guitar Ensemble IV
HHip Hop Ensemble IV
JJazz Ensemble IV
PPop & Rock Ensemble IV
SASoprano/Alto Ensemble IV
TBTenor/Bass Ensemble IV

Additional Course Fees: $85



NURS 101 - Nursing I

4-2-12-7
Credit Hours: 7

Introduction to the knowledge, skills and abilities associated with nursing practice. Concepts of physiological integrity; psychosocial integrity; a safe, effective care environment; and health promotion/maintenance are examined. The nursing process provides a framework to help the learner think critically, assess factors that influence safe and effective care delivery, and integrate theory with care of clients and families. Offered fall semester only. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

BIOL 109, NUTR 111, and ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently, all with a grade of "C" or better

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Oral Communication/Creative Expression



NURS 132 - Nursing II

4-2-12-7
Credit Hours: 7

Concepts of physiological integrity; psychosocial integrity; a safe, effective care environment; and health promotion/maintenance are further explored as students assess and intervene to improve function for clients and families experiencing threats to physiological and psychosocial integrity. Nursing care is aimed at restoring optimal functioning for clients/families and assisting them through life transitions, using the nursing process as a framework to help the learner think critically and integrate theory with practice. Offered spring semester only. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

NURS 101

Co-requisites

BIOL 110ENGL 102, and FNMT 118 or MATH 118 or higher. 

Course Offered Online: Yes



NURS 231 - Nursing III

5-0-12-7
Credit Hours: 7

Nursing care for clients/families experiencing common health alterations across the lifespan in a variety of settings is studied in depth. Students synthesize and integrate knowledge, skills and abilities associated with nursing practice to develop a plan of care for clients/families to assure the delivery of safe and effective care, to facilitate physiological and psychosocial integrity, and to promote health. Clinical decision-making skills and resource management principles are introduced. Offered fall semester only. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

NURS 132

Co-requisites

BIOL 241SOC 101 and CIS 103

Course Offered Online: Yes



NURS 232 - Nursing IV

5-0-12-7
Credit Hours: 7

Nursing care for clients/families experiencing common health alterations across the lifespan in a variety of settings continues to be examined in depth. Students synthesize and integrate knowledge, skills and abilities to evaluate and modify a plan of care; to independently plan, implement, and evaluate the delivery of safe and effective care; to facilitate physiological and psychosocial function; to assist client/family coping; to maximize self-care; and to promote optimal functioning. Concepts of management are further developed through collaboration with members of the health care team. Offered spring semester only. 

Additional Course Fees: $345

Prerequisite

NURS 231



NUTR 106 - Nutrition for Healthy Lifestyle

3-0-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Discover the science of nutrition and learn to live a healthier lifestyle. This course teaches students to incorporate fundamental scientific nutrition concepts, enabling them to make sound decisions to improve health and wellness and support disease prevention. Students utilize a variety of tools, guidelines, and techniques, empowering them to make intelligent applications of sound nutrition principles.

Course Offered Online: Yes



NUTR 111 - Introduction to Nutrition

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Aspiring nurses and other healthcare professionals will obtain foundational knowledge in human nutrition science and evaluate lifestyle behaviors as determinants of health, wellness, and prevention of chronic disease. The course will provide evidence-based recommendations for nutrients and energy throughout the lifecycle. Learners will identify the consequences of inadequate and excess consumption of nutrients and will explore the influence that food behaviors, environment, culture and physical activity have on health and wellbeing. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 and BIOL 109 with a "C" or higher.

Course Offered Online: Yes



PEH 105 - Principles of Fitness and Wellness

2-2-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to provide instruction and experience in the basic areas of nutrition and physical fitness. Topics include dietary analysis, body composition, flexibility, cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular fitness and disease risk assessments, and stress management.

Additional Course Fees: $85



PEH 120 - Introduction to Weight Training

0-3-2
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces the knowledge and skills necessary to train safely and effectively with free weights and weight machines. Musculoskeletal anatomy, physical training principles, program design, and various weight training exercises are emphasized. Students will design and participate in a personalized weight training program. Nutritional considerations and weight training for special populations will also be discussed.



PEH 220 - Functional Training

0-3-2
Credit Hours: 3

Functional Training (FT) is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience learning and performing exercises using one's own body weight, dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, and medicine and stability balls. Students learn both how to perform the exercise and how the exercise relates to movement patterns associated with everyday activities and/or athletic skills. Additional discussions regarding training principles and program design will assist students in the development of FT exercise programs. 

Prerequisite

PEH 120 with a grade of "C" or better.



PEH 230 - Structural Kinesiology

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to provide a thorough examination of the musculoskeletal system and its relation to human movement. Structural and functional characteristics of major articulations are studied systematically, while biomechanical principles and neuromuscular control are applied to understand how motor skills are performed. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to analyze multi-joint activities in terms of joint actions and muscular involvement and be able to recommend exercise programming to improve performance of motor skills for daily living activities or athletics. 

Prerequisite

BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 and BIOL 110 with a "C" or better.



PEH 240 - Exercise Physiology

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 4

This course is designed to provide an examination of the physiological response and adaptations to acute and chronic exercise. Lectures integrate concepts from chemistry, biology, and physics to elucidate the mechanisms of exercise-induced physiological changes. Bioenergetics, metabolism, neuromuscular and endocrine control, and cardiorespiratory physiology are detailed in lecture. Emphasis will be placed on application through exercise testing and the evaluation of fitness in the laboratory component of this course. Exercise for special populations, training principles, nutrition, and environmental considerations will also be explored as they relate to health and human performance.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

BIOL 108 or BIOL 109 and BIOL 110; each with a grade of "C" or better.



PEH 250 - Exercise Testing

3-2-4
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to introduce students to the foundational concepts and principles of exercise testing and prescription. Through lecture, lab and practical application, students will learn how to conduct a client interview, complete pre-participation health and pre-exercise screenings, perform fitness assessments, interpret results, and design exercise programs for apparently healthy individuals and those with medical clearance to exercise.

Additional Course Fees: $175

Prerequisite

PEH 240 with a grade of "C" or better.



PEH 260 - Business of Personal Training

2-0-2
Credit Hours: 2

This course focuses on the business skills necessary to be a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), whether acting as an independent contractor at a fitness center or as the owner of a small business. Students will develop a business plan, as well as supporting documents such as marketing materials, contracts, and job descriptions. Additional discussions of career options will include the responsibilities, benefits, and challenges of various workplaces, as well as the scope of CPT practices, legal and ethical considerations, and the importance of continuing education. This course addresses many of the business, ethical, and legal Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) for the CPT certification as outlined by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Prerequisite

PEH 240 with a grade of "C" or better.



PH 101 - Introduction to Public Health

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces students to the discipline of public health and its philosophies, approaches, and activities. The course reviews the core functions, essential services, and five disciplines of public health. Students learn about the science of disease prevention, health promotion, and the historical development of social constructs that lead to health disparities in many communities. The course will teach students to identify and analyze health disparities in large populations and causal factors such as racism, sexism, and classism. 



PH 102 - Community Health Education and Promotion

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to provide students with the basic processes and skills for understanding human behavior and the application of these processes to improve the health of communities. Next in the sequence after PH 101, this course provides an in-depth look at community health, one of the disciplines of public health. Students will learn and practice public health methods such as health communication, health promotion, and other program planning methods used to educate and design efforts to prevent disease, injury and improve health and wellbeing. Health programming will focus on communities, instead of individual health. Students will read and analyze public health literature, exploring scholarly and scientific approaches to community health promotion and education. 

Prerequisite

PH 101



PH 222 - Health Care Policy and Administration

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

In this course, students will learn what constitutes health policy and how it is developed and implemented by state, local, and federal governments. The course will focus on the major policy issues of access, quality and cost of healthcare. Students will analyze various health care policies and the impacts on identified stakeholders to learn how to influence policy and be an advocate as a healthcare professional. This course also reviews the basic components of the healthcare system and policy such as public and private insurance, hospitals, reform, innovation, and primary care. Disparities in health and health care access will also be addressed through study of structural factors that influence health and the healthcare system.

Prerequisite

AH 204 with a grade of "C" or better.



PH 226 - Foundations in Public Health Research

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides students with a foundation in public health research methods, including quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods. Students will be introduced to epidemiology and how research is conducted to determine health problems and issues in affected communities. Students will learn the influence of social constructs and environments on health problems and diseases through evidence-based research used to understand and improve the health of various populations. Students will analyze the effect of environments on specific social groups, considering race, ethnicity, and gender.

Prerequisite

PH 102, SOC 231 or SOC 233, FNMT 118 or MATH 251



PHIL 101 - Introduction to Philosophy

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course introduces students to the foundational theories and methods of philosophical analysis, emphasizing critical examination of some fundamental principles and problems of philosophy, with examples from the major areas of philosophy: metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics.

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 101H - Introduction to Philosophy (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

The course introduces students to the foundational theories and methods of philosophical analysis, using a particular theme or subgenre-such as art, ethics, or truth-to at once focus student inquiry, while broadening the interdisciplinary nature of the course. Students learn to write and speak critically about philosophical theories, with emphasis on interpretation as well as relationships between philosophy and other academic disciplines. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 111 - Critical Thinking

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Principles of thinking and problem solving, deductive and inductive logic and fallacies. Includes the analysis of formal and informal arguments.

Course Offered Online: Yes



PHIL 151/RS 151 - World Religions

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Introduction to many of the world’s major religious traditions (including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam) as well as other selected ancient and modern religious traditions. The course will also consider the nature and significance of religious experience, the impact of religion on culture, basic approaches to the study of religion, and different theories used to interpret religious beliefs and practices. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 152/RS 152 - Philosophy of Religion

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Systematic and historical analysis of philosophical problems of religion, such as the problem of evil and theodicy, the conflict between religion and science, the relationship between faith and reason, the nature of religious language, and arguments about the nature and existence of God.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 202 - Philosophy of Love

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Philosophical exploration of love, including concepts of love from Plato to contemporary thinkers and types of love, including romantic and sexual love, as well as love in friendship, family and religious devotion. Discussion of selected topics may include what love is, the place of desire in love, the role of love in a good life, and the ethics of love.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 211 - Ethical Problems

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

A study of theories of morality and values and their application to selected topics in personal and social ethics such as euthanasia, abortion, capital punishment, sex and marriage, human and animal rights, the environment, hate speech, world hunger and poverty and censorship. 

Course Offered Online: Yes

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 215 - Social and Political Philosophy

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces some of the issues of central importance in the study of social and political philosophy. A variety of perspectives are considered, including a range of historical and contemporary writings. Theoretical and applied problems within the field are explored. Topics include the nature of law, morality, and duty. Special attention is given to the concepts of justice, freedom, property, and civic responsibility.

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 297H - Philosophy in the Context of Intellectual History: Ancient and Medieval (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Ancient and medieval philosophy from the pre-Socratics to the Reformation with special attention to its relationship to intellectual history and contemporary intellectual problems.

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHIL 298H - Philosophy in the Context of Intellectual History: Modern (Honors)

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Modern philosophy from Descartes and Hobbes to the 21st century with special attention to its relationship to intellectual history and contemporary intellectual problems. 

Prerequisite

ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H

General Education Fulfillment: Cultural Analysis and Interpretation



PHOT 100 - Practical Photography for the Beginning Photographer

3-0-3
Credit Hours: 3

Through a series of practical camera-based exercises, this course provides beginning-level camera owners with (a) an overview of equipment available, (b) creative project ideas to explore with their camera, (c) compositional and technical skills beyond novice levels, and (d) a vision of useful and career-enhancing projects and possibilities beyond the class.

Prerequisite

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