Apr 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog V 71 
    
2018-2019 Academic Catalog V 71 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Child Development

  
  • CDEC 1319 - Child Guidance (formerly Chld 1307)


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    An exploration of guidance strategies for promoting social behaviors with individuals and groups of children. Emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques family involvement and cultural influences. Practical application through direct participation with children. Provides opportunity to evaluate and understand individuals’ expectations regarding discipline and classroom management with emphasis on Texas licensing standards. Students will have the opportunity to evaluate situations based on good problem-solving and decision-making techniques and implementation of alternative discipline strategies. Emphasizes techniques of communication with children as well as coworkers. Presents major theorists and theories of individual and group management. Lab fee required. 5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of appropriate infant and toddler program (birth to age 3) including an overview of development quality routines learning environments materials and activities and teaching/guidance techniques. 5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 1323 - Observation and Assessment


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of observation skills assessment techniques and documentation of children’s development. Prerequisites: none.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 1356 - Emergent Literacy for Early Childhood (formerly: Chld2305)


    CIP Code: 19.0706
    Credit(s): 3
    An exploration of principles methods and materials for teaching language and literacy through a play-based integrated curriculum to children from birth through age eight. 1,2,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 1358 - Creative Arts for Early Childhood (formerly: Chld1305)


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    An exploration of principles methods and materials for teaching young children music movement visual arts and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking. Creative activities will be planned and presented for all activity areas including art movement music language science mathematics social studies in addition to holiday and seasonal activities for young children. Emphasis is placed on appropriate use of all resources including time materials and facilities as they apply to creative thinking. Lab fee required. 1

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 1359 - Children With Special Needs(chld2304)


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities intervention strategies available resources referral processes the advocacy role and legislative issues. Presents techniques to identify and serve children with special needs. Includes studies of physical emotional language and/or mental disabilities. Also presents needs of gifted and talented children. Emphasizes constructing environment to enable children with special needs to function to their maximum abilities within the group structure. Stresses ways of working with parents of special children to bring out maximum home-center coordination. 5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 2186 - Internship Child Care Provider/Assistant


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 1
    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 2287 - Internship Child Care Provider/Assistant


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 2
    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 2304 - Child Abuse and Neglect


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    Methods used in the identification of physical emotional and sexual abuse and neglect with an emphasis on developing skills for working with children and families. Includes methods of referral to public and private agencies that deal with investigation and treatment. Reviews current federal state and local child abuse laws including Texas licensing standards. 6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    An exploration of principles methods and materials for teaching children math and science concepts through discovery and play. Applies scientific approach of problem solving and creative thinking to a child’s world. Includes how to make or select inexpensive simple science and/or math materials. Emphasizes how to write and present age appropriate science and/or math activities on subjects such as animals plants electricity the five senses measurements shapes sizes numbers symbols etc. Also includes criteria for arranging a science/discovery learning area in a classroom. 5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 2341 - The School Age Child(former Chld 2303)


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of programs for the school age child (5 to 13 years) including an overview of development learning environments materials and activities and teaching/ guidance techniques. Focuses on social emotional mental and physical development processes. Designed particularly for anyone working with individuals or groups from school age through adolescence. 4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CDEC 2384 - Co-Op Ed in Child Development (chld2377)


    CIP Code: 19.0706
    Credit(s): 3
    Career-related activities encountered in the student?s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college employer and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • TECA 1303 - Family School & Community


    CIP Code: 13.01015209
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the child family community and schools including parent education and involvement family and community lifestyles child abuse and current family life issues. Consistent with State Board for Educator Certification standards. Requires students to participate in 15 hours of field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Lab fee required. 2

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • TECA 1311 - Educating Young Children


    CIP Code: 13.12025109
    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the education of the young child including developmentally appropriate practices and programs theoretical and historical perspectives ethical and professional responsibilities and current issues. Consistent with State Board for Educator Certification standards requires students to participate in 15 hours of field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Lab fee required. 2,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • TECA 1318 - Wellness of the Young Child


    CIP Code: 13.01015309
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child including healthy behavior food nutrition fitness and safety practices. Focus on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. Consistent with State Board for Educator Certification standards requires students to participate in 16 hours of field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Lab fee required. 5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • TECA 1354 - Child Growth & Development


    CIP Code: 13.12025209
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the principles of normal child growth and development from conception to adolescence. The student will demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development; normal developmental stages in physical cognitive social and emotional domains; major theories of development i.e. behavioral cognitive language acquisitions developmental; the impact of developmental processes on early childhood practices; types and techniques of objective observation; the importance of play in development; and biological and environmental influences on growth and development. The student will demonstrate skills in the practical application of developmental principles and theories objective observation techniques and recognition of normal growth and evelopmental patterns. 3

    Faculty Consent: N

College Preparation

  
  • COLL 0171 - Strategies for Success


    CIP Code: 32.01015212
    Credit(s): 1
    Strategies for Success is a one hour course designed to help students improve skills for academic achievement. Topics covered in the course include but are not limited to: study techniques note-taking test-taking time management critical thinking skills career planning and interpersonal skills. COLL 0171 does not satisfy requirements for any degree plan at Odessa College but is an institutional requirement for all first time non-concurrent in college students who have not yet completed twelve credit hours but who are enrolled in at least three credit hours. Students must successfully complete COLL 0171 (C or better) or must re-enroll the following semester. Students who are TSI (Texas Success Initiative 2003) liable in two or more of the three developmental areas-reading writing and math-may not enroll in a web course but must take the course face-to-face. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COLL 370 - Personal and Academic Success


    CIP Code: 32.01015212
    Credit(s): 3
    This course is designed to increase success in college by assisting students to obtain the skills necessary to reach their educational objectives. Covered in the course are topics such as campus services time management decision making personal issues interpersonal communication career analysis behavioral self-management test-taking study techniques and question-asking skills. The course is designed for academic suspension students. COLL 0370 does not satisfy requirements for any degree plan at Odessa College. 4,5,6,7,9,10

    Faculty Consent: N

Communication

  
  • COMM 1307 - Intro to Mass Communication


    CIP Code: 9.01025106
    Credit(s): 3
    Surveys basic facets affecting human interaction through mass communications. This course is designed to develop understanding of the interrelationships of the mass media in society and to help project the future of communication in an ever changing world. 6,7,9

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements
    Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 1316 - News Photography I (formerly: News Photography)


    CIP Code: 09.0401.5506
    Credit(s): 3
    Problems and practices of photography for newspapers. Includes instruction in camera and equipment operation and maintenance film and plate developing and printing media. 2,5,6,8,9

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 1318 - Photography I (formerly: Basic Photography I)


    CIP Code: 50.06055126
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to the basics of photography. Includes camera operation techniques knowledge of chemistry and presentation skills. Emphasis on design history and contemporary trends as a means of developing an understanding of photographic aesthetics. The student will assess and select equipment supplies and techniques to incorporate basic theories of film exposure development filters and printing. Students will use efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply creative knowledge and to communicate with others. Lab fee required. 4,8,9,11

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 1319 - Photography II (formerly: BasicPhotography II)


    CIP Code: 50.06055226
    Credit(s): 3
    Extends the students’ knowledge of technique and guides them in developing personal outlooks toward specific applications of the photographic process. Students will use efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply creative knowledge and to communicate with others. Designed for additional experience in the photographic medium. Lab fee required. 4,8,9,11

    Requisite(s): COMM 1318  ARTS 2356 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 1335 - Introduction to Electronic Media


    CIP Code: 9.01025206
    Credit(s): 3
    An overview of the development regulation economics social impact and industry practices in electronic media. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements
    Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • COMM 1336 - Video Production I


    CIP Code: 10.02025206
    Credit(s): 3
    Practical experience in the operation of studio and control room equipment including both pre and post-production needs. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 1337 - Video Production II


    CIP Code: 10.02025206
    Credit(s): 3
    Practical experience in the operation of television studio and control room equipment including both pre-and post-production needs.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2300 - Media Literacy


    CIP Code: 09.0102.5306
    Credit(s): 3
    Criticism and analysis of the function role and responsibility of the mass media in modern society from the consumer perspective. Includes the ethical problems and issues facing each media format with the effect of poltical economic and cultural factors on the operation of the media. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2302 - Principles of Journalism


    CIP Code: 09.0401.5206
    Credit(s): 3
    This course examines major issues facing the news media in a democratic society and explores journalism’s role in shaping public perception and affecting policy. 1,2,3,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2303 - Audio Production


    CIP Code: 10.02025106
    Credit(s): 3
    Practical experience in the operation of audio equipment including both pre-and post-production needs. Students will identify audio equipment necessary for content production; demonstrate understanding of effective sound editing techniques; operate studio equipment to create audio content; and demonstrate basic announcing skills. 6,8,9

    Requisite(s): COMM 1307  COMM 1335 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2304 - Introduction to Cinematic Production


    CIP Code: 50.0602.5226
    Credit(s): 3
    Basic single-camera production concepts and techniques. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Communications.)

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2305 - Editing & Layout


    CIP Code: 09.0401.5106
    Credit(s): 3
    Editing and layout processes with emphasis on accuracy and fairness including the principles and techniques of design.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2311 - Media Writing


    CIP Code: 9.04015726
    Credit(s): 3
    Fundamentals of writing for the mass media. Includes instruction in professional methods and techniques for gathering processing and delivering content. 1,2,3,4

    Requisite(s): Take COMM 1307 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2315 - News Reporting


    CIP Code: 09.0401.5806
    Credit(s): 3
    This course focuses on advanced news-gathering and writing skills. It concentrates on the three-part process of producing news stories: discovering the news reporting the news and writing the news in different formats. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Requisite(s): Take COMM 2311 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2324 - Practicum in Electronic Media


    CIP Code: 9.07015326
    Credit(s): 3
    This practicum is designed to allow students to tailor their Odessa College experience to their future career goals in mass media. Students may choose practicum experience at various local or campus media organizations or produce specific projects. Lab fee required. 5,8,9,10,11

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2327 - Introduction to Advertising


    CIP Code: 09.0903.5106
    Credit(s): 3
    Fundamentals of writing for the mass media. Includes instruction in professional methods and techniques for gather processing and delivering content. Students will demonstrate proper media writing and editing styles; modify writing styles to fit various media platforms; demonstrate effective information gather skills and techniques; and demonstrate understanding of laws ethics and responsibilities of media writing. 1,2,3,4,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2330 - Introduction to Public Relations


    CIP Code: 09.0902.5106
    Credit(s): 3
    Exploration of the history and development of public relations. Presentation of the theory behind and process of public relations including the planning implementation and evaluation of PR campaigns. Students will demonstrate basic knowledge of public relations terms concepts history and practice; describe various publics media venues and jobs associated with public relations; recognize PRSA code and ethical issues associated with public relations industry; and create written elements of public relations practice. 1,2,3,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2331 - Radio/Television Announcing


    CIP Code: 9.07015406
    Credit(s): 3
    Helps prepare the student for a career in voice talent for radio and television. Includes proper pronunciation articulation interviewing reading of new and commercial copy and announcing music and sports. Lab fee required. 1,6,9,11

    Requisite(s): COMM 1335 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2339 - Writing for Radio Tv & Film


    CIP Code: 09.0402.5106
    Credit(s): 3
    Provides techniques and practical exercises in presenting effective communication of messages through radio and television. Presents procedures for writing commercial public service promotional news and documentary programming. 1,2,4,5,6

    Requisite(s): COMM 1335 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2366 - Introduction to Cinema


    CIP Code: 50.06025126
    Credit(s): 3
    Survey and analyze cinema including history film techniques production procedures selected motion pictures and cinema’s impact on and reflection of society 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COMM 2389 - Academic Cooperative


    CIP Code: 24.0103.5212
    Credit(s): 3
    An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience. In conjunction with class seminars the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of communication.

    Faculty Consent: Y

Computer & Information Science

  
  • ARTV 1303 - Basic Animation


    CIP Code: .
    Credit(s): 3
    Examination of concepts characters and storyboard for basic animation production. Emphasizes creating movement and expression utilizing traditionally or digitally generated image sequences. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6,8,9

    Prerequisite(s): BCIS 1405  OR ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): BCIS 1405  OR ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTV 1341 - 3-D Animation I


    CIP Code: .
    Credit(s): 3
    Intermediate level 3-D course introducing animation tools and techniques used to create movement. Emphasis on using the principles of animation. 1,2,3,5,6,8,9

    Prerequisite(s): ARTV 1303 

    Requisite(s): ARTV 1303 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTV 1403 - Basic Animation


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 4
    Examination of concepts principles and storyboard for basic production. Emphasizes creating movement and expression utilizing traditionally or digitally generated image sequences. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTV 1441 - 3-D Animation I


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 4
    Intermediate level 3-D course introducing animation tools and techniques used to create movement. Emphasis on using the principles of animation. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4

    Prerequisite(s): ARTV 1403 

    Requisite(s): ARTV 1403 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTV 2451 - 3-D Animation II


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 4
    Advanced level 3-D course utilizing animation tools and techniques used to develop movement. Emphasis on advanced animation techniques. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4

    Prerequisite(s): ARTV 1441 

    Requisite(s): ARTV 1441 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1421 - Integrated Software Applications II


    Credit(s): 4
    Intermediate study of computer applications from business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data and linking and combining documents using word processing,   spreadsheets, databases, and/or presentation media software. Keyboarding skills recommended.  Yes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

    Faculty Consent: N

Computer Science

  
  • BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications


    CIP Code: 11.02025404
    Credit(s): 3
    Students will study computer terminology hardware and software related to the business environment. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications and professional behavior in computing including word processing (as needed) spreadsheets databases presentation graphics and business-oriented utilization of the Internet. 1,2,3

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BCIS 1405 - Business Computer Applications


    CIP Code: 11.02025404
    Credit(s): 4
    Students will study computer terminology hardware and software related to the business environment. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications and professional behavior in computing including word processing (as needed) spreadsheets databases presentation graphics and business-oriented utilization of the Internet. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COSC 1436 - Programming Fundamentals I


    CIP Code: 11.02015507
    Credit(s): 4
    Introduces the fundamental concepts of structured programming and provides a comprehensive introduction to programming for computer science and technology majors. Topics include software development methodology data types control structures functions arrays and the mechanics of running testing and debugging. This course assumes computer literacy. This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science. 1,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): Take BCIS 1405  or ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): Take BCIS 1405  or ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COSC 1437 - Programming Fundamentals II


    CIP Code: 11.02015607
    Credit(s): 4
    This course focuses on the object-oriented programming paradigm emphasizing the definition and use of classes along with fundamentals of object-oriented design. The course includes basic analysis of algorithms searching and sorting techniques and an introduction to software engineering processes. Students will apply techniques for testing and debugging software. (This course is included in the Field of Study Curriculum for Computer Science.) 1,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): COSC 1436 

    Requisite(s): COSC 1436 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COSC 2425 - Computer Organization & Machine Language


    CIP Code: 11.02015407
    Credit(s): 4
    The organization of computer systems is introduced using assembly language. Topics include basic concepts of computer architecture and organization memory hierarchy data types computer arithmetic control structures interrupt handling instruction sets performance metrics and the mechanics of testing and debugging computer systems. Embedded systems and device interfacing are introduced. 1,2,6

    Prerequisite(s): COSC 1437 

    Requisite(s): COSC 1437 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • COSC 2436 - Programming Fundamentals III


    CIP Code: 11.02015707
    Credit(s): 4
    Includes further applications of programming techniques introducing the fundamental concepts of data structures and algorithms. Topics include recursion fundamental data structures (including stacks queues linked lists hash tables trees and graphs) and algorithmic analysis. JAVA is the programming language used in this course. Lab fee required. 1,2,6

    Requisite(s): Take COSC 1437 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 1301 - Computer Ethics


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of ethical issues that apply to computer related professions intellectual property and privacy issues professional responsibility and the effects of globalization. Emphasizes the practical application of computer ethics through case studies and current events in the game and simulation industry. 1,2,4,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 1304 - LEVEL DESIGN


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to the tools and concepts used to create levels for games and simulations. Incorporates level design architecture theory concepts of critical path and flow balancing play testing and storytelling. Includes utilization of toolsets from industry titles. Lab fee required. 1,2

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 1306 - Design and Creation of Games


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to game and simulation development. Includes analysis of existing applications and creation of a game using an existing game engine. In-depth coverage of the essential elements of game design. Also covers an overview of cultural history of electronic games survey of the major innovators and examination of the trends and taboos that motivate game design. Lab fee required. 1,2,4

    Requisite(s): Take BCIS 1405  or ITSC 1401 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 1406 - Design and Creation of Games


    Credit(s): 4
    Introduction to game and simulation development. Includes analysis of existing applications and creation of a game using an existing game engine. In-depth coverage of the essential elements of game design. Also covers an overview of cultural history of electronic games survey of the major innovators and examination of the trends and taboos that motivate game design. 1,2,4

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 2308 - Portfolio for Game Development


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 3
    Design and management of an industry standard portfolio. Includes techniques in self-promotion resume writing portfolio distribution systems and interviewing. Design a professional portfolio for various delivery systems; and create resume business card web page demo reel and hardcopy.

    Requisite(s): Take GAME 1306 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 2332 - Project Development I


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 3
    Skill development in an original modification based on a current game engine. Includes management of version control; development of project timeliness; integration of sound models and animation; production of demos; and creation of original levels characters and content for a real-time multiplayer game. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4

    Requisite(s): Take GAME 1306 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 2404 - Level Design II


    Credit(s): 4
    Intermediate approach to the tools and concepts used to develop levels of games and simulations. Incorporates an intermediate exploration of level design architecture theory concepts of critical path and flow balancing play testing and storytelling. Includes utilization of toolsets from industry titles. Lab fee required. 1,2

    Requisite(s): Take GAME 1304 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • GAME 2425 - 3D Animation II - Character Setup


    CIP Code: 10.0304
    Credit(s): 4
    Skinning and weighting forward kinematics inverse kinetics constraints expressions scripting and driven keys mesh deformers morph targets/blend shapes and animation user interfaces. Develop a character for animating; demonstrate techniques of skinning and eighting forward kinematics inverse kinetics constraints expressions scripting and driven keys mesh deformers morph targets/blend shapes and creating animation user interfaces; demonstrate animation of characters to test their rigs; and demonstrate techniques for exporting compressed animations into a game format.

    Requisite(s): Take GAME 1306 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • IMED 1316 - Web Page Design I


    CIP Code: 11.0801
    Credit(s): 3
    Instruction in web page design and related graphic design issues including mark-up languages web sites and browsers. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • IMED 1401 - Introduction to Digital Media (formerly:Introduction to Multimedia


    CIP Code: 11.0801
    Credit(s): 4
    A survey of the theories elements and hardware/software components of digital media. Emphasis on conceptualizing and producing digital media presentations. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • IMED 2313 - Project Analysis & Design


    CIP Code: 11.0801
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to the planning process for multimedia or web including costing preparation production legal issues and guidelines for preproduction preparation and creation of a comprehensive design document including target audience analysis purpose and goals objectives content outline flow chart and storyboard. Emphasis on content design and production management. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): IMED 2315 

    Requisite(s): IMED 2315 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • IMED 2315 - Web Page Design II


    CIP Code: 11.0801
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of mark-up language advanced layout techniques for creating web pages. Emphasis on identifying the target audience and producing web sites according to accessibility standards cultural appearance and legal issues. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): IMED 1316 

    Requisite(s): IMED 1316 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • IMED 2380 - Co-Op Ed-Web Page Digital/Multimedia & Information Resources Design


    CIP Code: 11.0801
    Credit(s): 3
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college employer and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. 1,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • ITCC 1414 - Introduction to Networks


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 4
    This course covers networking architecture structure and functions; introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts media and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. 1,2,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITCC 1440 - Routing & Switching Essentials


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 4
    Describes the architecture components and basic operation of routers and explains the basic principles of routing and routing protocols. It also provides an in-depth understanding of how switches operate and are implemented in the LAN environment for small and large networks. 1,2,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITCC 1475 - Introduction to Networks


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 4
    Introduce the architecture structure functions components and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts media and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course students will be able to build simple LANS perform basic configurations for routers and switches and implement IP addressing schemes.

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITCC 2412 - Scaling Networks


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 4
    CCNA R&S: Scaling Networks (ScaN) covers the architecture components and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Students learn how to configure routers and switches using advanced protocols. 1,2,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITCC 2413 - Connecting Networks


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 4
    WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network; enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. 1,2,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 1325 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 3
    Instruction in networking technologies and their implementation. Topics include the OSI reference model network protocols transmission media and networking hardware and software. 2,3,5,6

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401 
    Corequisite(s): Take AUMT 2417 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 1351 - Fundamentals of Wireless Lans


    CIP Code: 11.1002
    Credit(s): 3
    Design plan implement operate and troubleshoot Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). Includes WLAN design installation and configuration; and WLAN security issues and vendor interoperability strategies. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325 

    Requisite(s): ITNW 1325 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 1354 - Implementing Supporting Servers


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 3
    Implement administer and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. 1,2,3

    Requisite(s): Take ITNW 1325 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 1364 - Practicum - Computer Systems Networking And Telecommunications


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 3
    Practical general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer college and student. As outlined in the learning plan apply the theory concepts and skills involving specialized materials tools equipment procedures regulations laws and interactions within and among political economic environmental social and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry; and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior safety practices interpersonal and teamwork skills and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 1380 - Co-Op Ed-Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 3
    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college employer and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • ITNW 1454 - Implementing and Supporting Servers


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 4
    Implement administer and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate servers in a networked computing environment. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325 

    Requisite(s): ITNW 1325 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 2313 - Networking Hardware


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 3
    Exploration of hardware devices including cables servers and workstations; network connectivity devices and uninterruptible power supplies. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITNW 1325 

    Requisite(s): ITNW 1325 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 2388 - Internship - Computer Systems Networking And Telecommunications


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 3
    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. 1,2

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITNW 2421 - Networking With TCP/IP


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 4
    Set up configure use and support Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) on networking operating systems. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Requisite(s): Take ITNW 1354 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1191 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences General


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 1
    Topics address recently identified current events skills knowledge and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency. The student will learn to use the Internet including performing simple searches learn how to use the Microsoft Suite of application software and how to organize file and folders

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1301 - Introduction to Computers


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 3
    Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware software procedures and human resources. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1307 - Unix Operating System I


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction of the UNIX operating system including multi-user concepts terminal emulation use of system editor basic UNIX commands and writing script files. Includes introductory system management concepts. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1316 - Linux Installation & Configuration


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to Linux operating system. Includes Linux installation basic administration utilities and commands upgrading networking security and application installation. Emphasizes hands-on setup administration and management of Linux.

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401  or BCIS 1405 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1325 - Personal Computer Hrdware(bcis/Cnit1303


    CIP Code: 47.0104
    Credit(s): 3
    Current personal computer hardware including assembly upgrading setup configuration and troubleshooting. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 1364 - Practicum Computer Systems Networking And Telecommunications


    CIP Code: 11.0901
    Credit(s): 3
    Practical general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer college and student. As outlined in the learning plan the student will apply the theory concepts and skills involving specialized materials tools equipment procedures regulations laws and interactions within and among political economic environmental social and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior safety practices interpersonal and teamwork skills and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • ITSC 1401 - Intro to Computers (bcis/Cnit 1401)


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 4
    Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware software procedures and human resources. Keyboarding proficiency is highly recommended. Lab fee required. 1,2,3

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 2339 - Personal Computer Help Desk Support


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 3
    Diagnosis and solution of user hardware and software related problems with on-the-job and/or simulated projects. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSC 2381 - Co-Op Ed/Computer & Info Science(2377)


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 3
    Career-related activities encountered in the student?s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college employer and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. 1,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • ITSC 2386 - Internship


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 3
    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. 1,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • ITSC 2421 - Integrated Software Applications II


    CIP Code: 11.0101
    Credit(s): 4
    Intermediate study of computer applications from business productivity software suites. Instruction in embedding data and linking and combining documents using word processing spreadsheets databases and/or presentation media software. Keyboarding skills recommended. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSW 1301 - Introduction to Word Processing


    CIP Code: 11.0602
    Credit(s): 3
    An overview of the production of documents tables and graphics. Keyboarding proficiency is highly recommended. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSW 1304 - Introduction to Spreadsheets


    CIP Code: 11.0301
    Credit(s): 3
    Instruction in the concepts procedures and application of electronic spreadsheets. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSW 1307 - Introduction to Database (bcis/Cnit 1310)


    CIP Code: 11.0802
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to database theory and the practical applications of a database. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSW 1401 - Introduction to Word Processing


    CIP Code: 11.0602
    Credit(s): 4
    An overview of the production of documents tables and graphics. Identify word processing terminology and concepts; create technical documents format and edit documents; use simple tools and utilities; and print documents.

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401  or BCIS 1405 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSW 1404 - Introduction to Spreadsheets


    CIP Code: 11.0301
    Credit(s): 4
    Instruction in the concepts procedures and application of electronic spreadsheets. Keyboarding proficiency is highly recommended. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,6

    Requisite(s): Take ITSC 1401  or BCIS 1405 ;
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSY 1342 - Information Technology Security


    CIP Code: 11.1003
    Credit(s): 3
    Instruction in security for network hardware software and data including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSC 1401  and ITNW 1325 

    Requisite(s): ITSC 1401  and ITNW 1325 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSY 2301 - Firewalls & Network Security


    CIP Code: 11.1003
    Credit(s): 3
    Identify elements of firewall design types of security threats and responses to security attacks. Use best practices to design implement and monitor a network security plan. Examine security incident postmortem reporting and ongoing network security activities. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSY 1342 

    Requisite(s): ITSY 1342 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSY 2330 - Intrusion Detection


    CIP Code: 11.1003
    Credit(s): 3
    Computer information systems security monitoring intrusion detection and crisis management. Includes alarm management signature configuration sensor configuration and troubleshooting components. Emphasizes indentifying resolving and documenting network crises and activating the response team. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSY 2301 

    Requisite(s): ITSY 2301 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ITSY 2342 - Incident Response & Handling


    CIP Code: 11.1003
    Credit(s): 3
    In-depth coverage of incident response and incident handling including identifying sources of attacks and security breaches; analyzing security logs; recovering the system to normal; performing postmortem analysis; and implementing and modifying security measures. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): ITSY 2301 

    Requisite(s): ITSY 2301 
    Faculty Consent: N

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  • CSME 1330 - Orientation to Nail Technology


    CIP Code: 12.041
    Credit(s): 3
    An overview of the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for the field of nail technology. Demonstrates professional ethics safety sanitation and sterilization and explain the laws and rules of the state licensing agency. 2

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CSME 1401 - Orientation to Cosmetology (cosm 2601)


    CIP Code: 12.0401
    Credit(s): 4
    An overview of the skills and knowledge necessary for the field of cosmetology. Demonstrate introductory skills professional ethics safety and sanitation. Explain the laws and rules of the state licensing agency. 1,2,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
 

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