Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog V 71 
    
2018-2019 Academic Catalog V 71 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Other Courses

  
  • CSME 2515 - Cosmetology Instructor III


    CIP Code: 12.0413
    Credit(s): 5
    Presentation of lesson plan assignments and evaluation techniques. Develop and present lesson plans and the use of multi-media technology. Present evaluation techniques used in a cosmetology program. Prerequisite: Valid Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation license and high school diploma or GED.

    Faculty Consent: N

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting (formerly: Principles of Accounting I) (formerly: Principles of Accounting I)


    CIP Code: 52.0301.5104
    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of financial accounting as prescribed by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as applied to transactions and events that affect business organizations. Students will examine the procedures and systems to accumulate analyze measure and record financial transactions. Students will use recorded financial information to prepare a balance sheet income statement statement of cash flows and statement of shareholders equity to communicate the business entitys results of operations and financial position to users of financial information who are external to the company. Students will study the nature of assets liabilities and owners equity while learning to use reported financial information for purposes of making decisions about the company. Students will be exposed to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). 1,2,3,4

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements
    Pass TSI Math Requirement
    Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial AccountingPrinciples of Accounting II - Managerial(formerly: Accounting Principles II -Managerial)


    CIP Code: 52.0301.5104
    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of managerial accounting appropriate for +Q161all organizations. Students will study information from the entity’s accounting system relevant to decisions made by internal managers as distinguished from information relevant to users who are external to the company. The emphasis is on the identification and assignment of product costs operational budgeting and planning cost control and management decision making. Topics include product costing methodologies cost behavior operational and capital budgeting and performance evaluation. 1,2,3,4

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2301 

    Requisite(s): ACCT 2301 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 1311 - Intro to Computerized Accounting


    CIP Code: 52.0302
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintain accounting records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 1329 - Payroll and Business Tax Accounting


    CIP Code: 52.0301
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of payroll procedures taxing entities and reporting requirements of local state and federal taxing authorities in a manual and computerized environment. Students will calculate employee payroll and employer-related taxes; prepare related tax forms; and manage payroll records required to reflect current laws and regulations. 5,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 1331 - Federal Income Tax: Individual


    CIP Code: 52.1601
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the federal tax law for preparation of individual income tax returns. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 1403 - Introduction to Accounting I


    CIP Code: 52.0302
    Credit(s): 4
    A study of analyzing classifying and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. Emphasis on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements bank reconciliations and payroll. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 1404 - Introduction to Accounting II


    CIP Code: 52.0302
    Credit(s): 4
    A study of accounting for merchandising notes payable notes receivable valuation of receivables and equipment and valuation of inventories in a manual and computerized environment. Students will define accounting terminology; analyze and record business transactions for a merchandising operation in a manual and computerized environment; calculate interest; apply valuation methods for receivables and payables; utilize various inventory and depreciation methods; and identify internal control procedures for inventory receivables and payables. Prerequisites: none.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 1425 - Principles of Accounting I


    CIP Code: 52.0301
    Credit(s): 4
    A study of accounting concepts and their application in transaction analysis and financial statement preparation. Emphasis on the accounting cycle for service and merchandising enterprises. Students will apply generally accepted accounting principles concepts and procedures; and complete the accounting cycle for service and merchandising enterprises.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ACNT 2386 - Internship - Accounting Technician


    CIP Code: 52.0302
    Credit(s): 3
    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized theory skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y

Agriculture

  
  • AGRI 1309 - Computers in Agriculture


    CIP Code: 01.0101.5101
    Credit(s): 3
    Antroductory course in the application of microcomputers in the agricultural environment. Students will be encouraged to develop a management system in some aspect of the care of horses or other animals associated with the program. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5.6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 1325 - Marketing of Agricultural Products


    CIP Code: 01.0102.5101
    Credit(s): 3
    Essential marketing functions in the movement of agricultural commodities and products from producer to consumer. Students will explain the essential marketing functions of buying selling transporting storing financing standardizing pricing and risk bearing; apply economic principles to the marketing of agricultural products identify alternatives in marketing of agricultural commodities/products; and examine the structure of agricultural markets. 1,2,3,4,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 1407 - Agronomy


    CIP Code: 01.1102.5101
    Credit(s): 4
    A basic study of the classification and distribution of farm crops. Students will be required to evaluate and interpret information as it pertains to the study of the importance of good varieties and good seed crop improvement seed bed preparation soils soil erosion and conservation techniques commercial fertilizers crop rotation crop tillage harvesting meadow and pasture management pesticides weeds and grasses and irrigation systems. Decision-making and reasoning skills will be used in the proper application of agronomy principles. 1,2,3,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 1415 - Horticulture


    CIP Code: 01.0601.5101
    Credit(s): 4
    This course familiarizes the student with the fields of horticulture and the place of horticulture in American agriculture. Students will be required to evaluate and interpret information as it pertains to the study of the structure growth and development of horticulture plants. Reasoning skills will be used in decisions concerning control of environment and plant growth with considerations of biological competition and progressive improvement of crops. Principles of propagation greenhouse production of horticultural crops pruning pest control and landscaping are included. 1,2,3,4,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 1419 - Introductory Animal Science


    CIP Code: 1.09015101
    Credit(s): 4
    An introduction to the importance of the livestock industry in the United States with emphasis in the state of Texas. Students will be required to read and comprehend extensive terminology including the study of the types and breeds of livestock and the market classes as well as grades of beef cattle dairy cattle sheep swine and horses. Decision-making and reasoning kills will be used in determining principles involving heredity and breeding for improvement judging care and management. 1,2,3,4,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 2317 - Introduction to Agriculture Economics


    CIP Code: 1.01035101
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the basic concepts and theory of the present economic system through a process of interpretation of written information. Includes an analysis and mathematical calculations of profit margin of farm and ranch enterprises as well as commercial industry their organization and management the structure and operation of the marketing system and political economic setting. Functional and institutional aspects of agricultural finance and state and federal farm programs are covered. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 2321 - Livestock Evaluation I


    CIP Code: 01.0901.5201
    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction of the basic factors for selection and evaluation of cattle sheep and swine with a special emphasis on the breeding and performance of horses. 1,2,3,4,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AGRI 2330 - Wildlife Conservation and Management


    CIP Code: 3.06015101
    Credit(s): 3
    Principles and practices used in the production and improvement of wildlife resources. Aesthetic ecological and recreational uses of public and private lands. Students will explain basic ecological principles of population dynamics habitat succession and ecosystems; describe how these ecological principles can be applied to manage wildlife populations and habitats; contrast wildlife management strategies for different purposes (i.e. recreation conservation and preservation); use critical thinking and scientific problem-solving to make informed decisions about wildlife and natural resources management strategies; and discuss the impact of current trends and societal issues on wildlife and increased demands on natural resources.

    Faculty Consent: N

Art

  
  • ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation


    CIP Code: 50.0703.5126
    Credit(s): 3
    A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary media techniques and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal cultural and historical contexts. 1,2,4,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 1303 - Art History I


    CIP Code: 50.0703.5226
    Credit(s): 3
    A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century. 1,2,4,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 1304 - Art History II


    CIP Code: 50.0703.5226
    Credit(s): 3
    A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present day. Develops the ability to identify describe and interpret major works in the history of visual art. 1,2,4,6

    Prerequisite(s): TTLE

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 1311 - Design I


    CIP Code: 50.0401.5326
    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the fundamental terminology concepts theory and application of two-dimensional design. 1,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 1312 - Design II


    CIP Code: 50.0401.5326
    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the fundamental terminology concepts theory and application of three-dimensional design. 1,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): None. (50.0401.5326)

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 1316 - Drawing I


    CIP Code: 50.0705.5226
    Credit(s): 3
    A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline. 1,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 1317 - Drawing II


    CIP Code: 50.0705.5226
    Credit(s): 3
    A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline. 1,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1316 . (50.0705.5226)

    Requisite(s): ARTS 1316 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2316 - Painting I


    CIP Code: 50.07085226
    Credit(s): 3
    Develops the skill to create expressive paintings. Emphasizes use of acrylic paint and proper preparation of canvas and wooden supports. Presents advanced art concepts techniques and media essential to the organization and understanding of visual information. 1,4,5,6

    Requisite(s): ARTS 1316  ARTS 1311 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2317 - Painting II


    CIP Code: 50.07085226
    Credit(s): 3
    Develops the skill to create a series of paintings emphasizing individual expression. Requires creative thinking in order to develop original images. Presents advanced art concepts techniques and media essential to the organization and understanding of visual information. 1,4,5,6

    Requisite(s): ARTS 2316 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2323 - Life Drawing I (formerlyFigure Drawing I


    CIP Code: 50.07055326
    Credit(s): 3
    Develops skill in drawing the human figure. Emphasizes handling of gesture volume anatomy and proportion using a variety of media. Presents advanced art concepts techniques and media essential to the organization and understanding of visual information. 6,9

    Requisite(s): ARTS 1316 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2326 - Sculpture I


    CIP Code: 50.07095126
    Credit(s): 3
    Develops the skill to create expressive sculpture using clay wood and metals. Presents advanced art concepts techniques and media essential to the organization and understanding of visual information. Lab fee required. 1,3,4,5,6

    Requisite(s): ARTS 1312 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2346 - Ceramics I


    CIP Code: 50.07115126
    Credit(s): 3
    Develops the skill to create original pottery using coil slab and wheel techniques. Includes bisque glaze sawdust and raku firings. Presents advanced art concepts technique and media essential to the organization and understanding of visual information. Lab fee required. 1,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2347 - Ceramics II


    CIP Code: 50.07115126
    Credit(s): 3
    Develops the skill to create pottery emphasizing individual expression. Requires creative thinking in order to develop original images. Presents advanced art concepts techniques and media essential to the organization and understanding of visual information. Lab fee required. 1,4,5,6

    Requisite(s): ARTS 2346 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2348 - Digital Art I


    CIP Code: 50.04025226
    Credit(s): 3
    Studio art courses that explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual conceptual and practical uses in the visual arts. An introduction to graphic design principles with emphasis upon digital imaging. The course enables students to explore the creation and manipulation of images with a computer. Course content includes use of digital camera flatbed and film scanners Adobe Photoshop software and printer. Lab fee required. 1,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2349 - Digital Art II


    CIP Code: 50.04025226
    Credit(s): 3
    Studio art courses that explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual conceptual and practical uses in the visual arts. Lab fee required. 1,4

    Prerequisite(s): PHTC 1300  or ARTS 2348 

    Requisite(s): PHTC 1300  or ARTS 2348 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2356 - Photography I


    CIP Code: 50.0605.5126
    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. 1,2,4

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ARTS 2357 - Photography II


    CIP Code: 50.0605.5226
    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. 1,2,4

    Requisite(s): COMM 1318  ARTS 2356 
    Faculty Consent: N

Astronomy

  
  • ASTR 1403 - Stars & Galaxies (formerly: IntroductoryAstronomy I)


    CIP Code: 40.02015103
    Credit(s): 4
    Stars and Galaxies (formerly: Introductory Astronomy I) is a study of the current knowledge and techniques of modern day astronomy. Course content focuses on the universe beyond the solar system including a look at galaxies (including the Milky Way) nebulae stars black holes and dark matter. The course ends with a brief survey of stellar and galactic topics. Emphasis is placed on current knowledge of the universe and how astronomical measurements are made. Some night observing sessions are required. Lab fee required. 1,5

    Comments: Crosslisted w/PHYS 1403 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • ASTR 1404 - Solar System (formerly: IntroductoryAstronomy II )


    CIP Code: 40.02015203
    Credit(s): 4
    Solar System (formerly: Introductory Astronomy II) is a study of the current knowledge and techniques of modern day astronomy as applied to the solar system. Course content focuses on the solar system and planetary motion (the Earth the Sun the Moon and other planets) extra solar bodies (asteroids comets meteors and meteorites) and some history of human understanding of the universe from ancient to modern times. Emphasis is placed on recent planetary probe data and lunar explorations. Some night observing sessions are required. Lab fee required. 1,5

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1403  or ASTR 1403 

    Requisite(s): PHYS 1403  or ASTR 1403 
    Comments: Crosslisted w/PHYS 1404 
    Faculty Consent: N

Automotive Technology

  
  • AUMT 1310 - Automotive Brake Systems


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 3
    Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Topics include brake theory diagnosis and repair of power manual anti-lock brake systems and parking brakes. May be taught with manufacturer specific instructions. Lab fee required. 1,2,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 1345 - Automotive Climate Control Systems (formerly: Automotive Heating and A/C)


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 3
    Diagnosis and repair of manual/electronic climate control systems; includes the refrigeration cycle and EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab fee required. 1,2,5

    Comments: Prerequisite: Must be 18 years of age to handle refrigerants or to be registered or certified as a Refrigeration Technician.
    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • AUMT 1407 - Automotive Electrical Systems(auto2501)


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory testing diagnosis and repair of charging and starting systems and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical principles schematic diagrams and service manuals. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 1416 - Automotive Suspension & Steering Systems


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    Diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension and steering systems including electronically controlled systems. Includes component repair alignment procedures and tire and wheel service. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab fee required. 1,2,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 1419 - Automotive Engine Repair (auto 1502)


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    Fundamentals of engine operation diagnosis and repair. Emphasis on identification inspection measurements and disassembly repair and reassembly of the engine May be taught manufacturer specific. 1,2,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 2388 - Internship - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    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.

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • AUMT 2413 - Automotive Drive Train & Axles (formerly: Manual Drive Trains & Axles)


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    A study of automotive clutches clutch operation devices standard transmissions transaxles and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9,10

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 2417 - Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I (formerly: Engine Performance Analysis I


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    Theory operation diagnosis of drivability concerns and repair ignition and fuel delivery systems. Use of current engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught with manufacturer specific instructions. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 2425 - Automotive Automatic TransmissionAnd Transaxle


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    A study of the operation hydraulic circuits and electronic controls of modern automatic transmissions/transaxles. Diagnosis disassembly and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab fee required. 1,2,5

    Requisite(s): AUMT 1310 , AUMT 1407 , AUMT 1416 , AUMT 1419 , AUMT 2417  
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 2434 - Automotive Engine Perform Analysis II


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    Diagnosis and repair of emission systems computerized engine performance systems and advanced ignition and fuel systems. Includes use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Capstone course. 1,2,3

    Requisite(s): Take AUMT 2417 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • AUMT 2437 - Automotive Electronics


    CIP Code: 47.0604
    Credit(s): 4
    Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5

    Requisite(s): AUMT 1407  or DEMR 1405 
    Faculty Consent: N

Biology

  
  • BIOL 1006 - BIOL 1406 LabGeneral Biology I Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 1406  LAB

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 1406 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1007 - BIOL 1407 Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 1407  LAB

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 1407 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1008 - BIOL 1408 Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1009 - BIOL 1409 Lab


    CIP Code: 26.01015103
    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 1409 Lab

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 1409 
    Corequisite(s): Take RNSG 1360 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy I


    CIP Code: 19.05015109
    Credit(s): 3
    This course is a study of the chemical physical and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet applications. Carbohydrates lipids proteins vitamins minerals and water are discussed. This course cannot be used to satisfy a laboratory science requirement. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1406 - Biology for Science Majors I (formerly: General Biology I)


    CIP Code: 26.01015103
    Credit(s): 4
    This course is a study of the organizational aspects of cells from molecular to organismic levels. Students learn to understand and interpret terms and discover principles covering cell anatomy cell biochemistry cellular respiration photosynthesis cell reproduction evolution ecology and genetics. In laboratory activities students learn to perform basic mathematical calculations of converting between the metric and English systems of measurement acquire experimental data and apply reason to the interpretation of principles underlying the observations including cause and effect relationships. Designed as a transferable lab science course for science majors. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Pass TSI Math Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1407 - Biology for Science Majors II(formerly: General Biology II)


    CIP Code: 26.01015103
    Credit(s): 4
    Students continue their understanding and interpretation of biological terms with respect to plant and animal growth plant and animal tissues and systems evolution and behavior. A taxonomic survey of the 5 kingdoms is covered. Laboratory investigations include acquisition of practical experience in the dissection of a mammal with reasoning to the relationships between form and function and make decisions relative to cause and effect relationships. Designed as a transferable lab science course for science majors. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 1406 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1408 - Biology/Non-Science Majors I (formerly: Introduction to Biology I)


    CIP Code: 26.01015103
    Credit(s): 4
    This course is a survey of biology including molecular and cellular biology genetics DNA evolution and ecology. The cellular and molecular basis of life will be emphasized. Current topics in biology and medicine will be discussed. Designed as a transferable lab science course for non-science majors. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 1409 - Biology/Non-Science Majors IIIntroduction to Biology II


    CIP Code: 26.01015103
    Credit(s): 4
    This course is a continuation of BIOL 1408 . Biology of viruses bacteria protistans fungi plants animals and animal behavior is presented. Emphasis placed on general human anatomy and physiology. Current topics in biology and medicine will be discussed. Designed as a transferable lab science course for non-science majors. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1408 

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 1408 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2001 - BIOL 2401 Lab


    CIP Code: 26.07075103
    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 2401  LAB

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 2401 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2002 - BIOL 2402 Lab


    CIP Code: 26.07075103
    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 2402  LAB

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2004 - BIOL 2404 Lab


    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 2404  LAB

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2020 - BIOL Lab


    CIP Code: 26.05035103
    Credit(s): 0
    BIOL 2420  LAB

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 2420 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2389 - Academic Cooperative


    CIP Code: 26.0101.5203
    Credit(s): 3
    This course will be an introduction to forensic science while covering the techniques of crime scene investigations and evidence analysis.

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2401 - Anatomy & Physiology I


    CIP Code: 26.07075103
    Credit(s): 4
    This is the first semester of a two-semester course in the study of the structure and function of the human body. Emphasis will be given to cytology histology and the interrelationships of the integumentary skeletal muscular and nervous systems. 1,2,3,4,5

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Math Requirement Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2402 - Anatomy & Physiology II


    CIP Code: 26.07075103
    Credit(s): 4
    This course is a continuation of BIOL 2401  and assumes foundation knowledge and skills acquired therein. Emphasis will be given to the study of the anatomical and physiological interrelationships of the endocrine cardiovascular immune respiratory digestive urinary and reproductive systems. Lab fee required. 1,2,4,5

    Prerequisite(s): Take BIOL 2401 ; Minimum grade C

    Requisite(s): Take BIOL 2401 ; Minimum grade C
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2404 - Human Anatomy & Physiology


    CIP Code: 26.07075103
    Credit(s): 4
    An introduction to the structure and function of each of the eleven systems of the human body. In laboratory emphasis will be placed on gross and histological anatomy. 1,2,3,4,5

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Math Requirement
    Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2406 - Environmental Biology


    CIP Code: 3.01035101
    Credit(s): 4
    Environmental biology is an investigation into the study of basic ecological principles relationships between living organisms and problems involving energy and the environment. Emphasis is placed on humn interaction with other organisms and how these relationships affect conservation pollution waste-management depletion of non-renewable resources as well as environmental economics and politics. Laboratory investigations will include environmental sampling and analysis techniques. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2416 - Genetics


    CIP Code: 26.08045103
    Credit(s): 4
    Students learn the principles of both classical and molecular genetics. Structure function and transmission of hereditary material are explored. Population genetics genetics engineering and applications of gene manipulation are discussed. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1406 ; Minimum grade C

    Requisite(s): BIOL 1406 ; Minimum grade C
    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI Reading Requirement Pass TSI Math Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors


    CIP Code: 26.05035103
    Credit(s): 4
    Students learn specific information and concepts in the classification structure cultivation and ecology of microorganisms. Students learn mathematical calculations of growth parameters and the effectiveness of chemotherapeutic agents. Students learn terminology specific information and concepts of the relationships between microorganisms and human life. Cause and effect relationships between microbial growth and human disease interpretation of symptomatic and laboratory information in diagnosis of disease prevention of disease and treatment of disease are stressed. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): TAKE 1 OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS BIOL 1407  AND BIOL 1407 ; Minimum grade C; OR BIOL 2401  AND BIOL 2402 ; Minimum grade C; OR CHEM 1311  AND (BIOL 1406  OR BIOL 2401 ) ; Minimum grade C

    Requisite(s): TAKE 1 OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS BIOL 1406  AND BIOL 1407 ; Minimum grade C; OR BIOL 2401  AND BIOL 2402 ; Minimum grade C; OR CHEM 1311  AND (BIOL 1406  OR BIOL 2401 ) ; Minimum grade C
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BIOL 2421 - Microbiology for Science Majors


    CIP Code: 26.05035103
    Credit(s): 4
    Students learn specific information and concepts in the classification structure cultivation and ecology of microorganisms. Students learn mathematical calculations of growth parameters and the effectiveness of chemotherapeutic agents. Students learn terminology specific information and concepts of the relationships between microorganisms and human life. Cause and effect relationships between microbial growth and human disease interpretation of symtomatic and laboratory information in diagnosis of disease prevention of disease and treatment of disease are stressed. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Prerequisite(s): TAKE 1 OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS # BIOL 1406  BIOL 1407 ; # BIOL 2401  BIOL 2402 ;# CHEM 1311  BIOL 1406 ; CHEM 1311  BIOL 1407 ; MINIMUM GRADE ‘C’

    Requisite(s): TAKE 1 OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS # BIOL 1406  BIOL 1407 ; # BIOL 2401  BIOL 2402 ;# CHEM 1311  CHEM 1312 ; MINIMUM GRADE ‘C’
    Faculty Consent: N

Business Administration

  
  • BUSI 1301 - Business Principles (formerly: Introduction to Business


    CIP Code: 52.01015125
    Credit(s): 3
    This course provides a survey of economic systems forms of business ownership and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business management and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced including accounting money and banking and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment business ethics social responsibility and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life. 1,2,3,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BUSI 2301 - Business Law (formerly: Business Law I)


    CIP Code: 22.01015124
    Credit(s): 3
    The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution state and federal legal systems the relationship between law and ethics contracts sales torts agency law intellectual property and business law in the global context. 1,2,3,6

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements
    Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N

Business Leadership

  
  • BMGT 1301 - Supervision (formerly Mgmt 1301)


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    The role of the supervisor. Includes managerial functions as applied to leadership counseling motivation and human relations skills. End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain the role characteristics and skills of a supervisor; identify the principles of management at the supervisory level; define the human relations skills necessary for supervision; and explain motivational techniques used by a supervisor in a working environment. Lab fee required. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 1305 - Communications in Management


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Basic theory and processes of communication skills necessary for the management of an organization’s workforce. End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain the communication process; identify and remedy major communication barriers; describe how communication ontributes to effective management. Lab fee required. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 1325 - Office Management


    CIP Code: 52.0401
    Credit(s): 3
    Systems procedures and practices related to organizing and planning office work supervising employee performance and exercising leadership skills. End-of-Course Outcomes: identify skills and competencies of an office manager; describe different forms of organizations; and develop processes for office operations. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 1327 - Principles of Management [formerly Bmgt 1303]


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Concepts terminology principles theories and issues in the field of management. End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain various theories processes and functions of management; apply the functions to a business environment; identify leadership roles in organizations; and describe elements of the communication process. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Discussion of ethical issues the development of a moral frame of reference and the need for an awareness of social responsibility in anagement practices and business activities. Includes ethical corporate responsibility. End-of-Course Outcomes: Define business ethics; identify and discuss the consequences of unethical business practices; describe reasoning for analyzing ethical dilemmas; describe different ethical views; explain how business government and society function interactively; explain corporate social responsibility; and discuss social and ethical threats emerging from rapid technological change. Lab fee required. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 1344 - Negotiations and Conflict Management


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Theories which aid in the diagnosis of interpersonal and intergroup conflict. The role of manager as negotiator intermediary and problem-solver. End-of-Course Outcomes: Recognize non-verbal aspects and overall communication skills in negotiations and conflict resolution; recognize power in negotiations; identify strategies in group negotiations; demonstrate strategy and tactics in personal preparation for negotiations; assess interpersonal styles and characteristics of negotiation and conflict resolution. Lab fee required. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 1391 - Special Topics - the Business Plan


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Topics address recently identified current events skills knowledge and/or attitudes and ehaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and be relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be epeated multiple times to improve student proficienly. End-of-Course Outcomes: Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 2303 - Problem Solving & Decision Making


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Decision-making and problem-solving processes in organizations utilizing logical and creative problem solving techniques. Application of theory is provided by experiential activities using managerial decision tools. End-of-Course Outcomes: Identify individual group and organizational decision-making processes; and apply process to solving problems using managerial decision tools. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 2309 - Leadership (formerly Mgmt 2302)


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Leadership and its relationship to management. Prepares the student with leadership and communication skills needed to motivate and identify leadership styles. End-of-Course Outcomes: Determine individual leadership styles; distinguish differences between leadership and management; explain the effects of leadership style on organizational environment and apply principles of leadership with individuals groups and organizations. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 2310 - Financial Management


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Examination of accounting information to support managerial decision-making processes. Topics include managerial concepts and systems various analyses for decision making and planning and control. End-of-Course Outcomes: Examine how internal controls affect cost and budgeting; analyze profit and loss statements; identify and correct financial problems; and utilize formulas to determine organizational profitability. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 2311 - Change Management (formerly: Management of Change)


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    Credit(s): 3
    Knowledge skills and tools that enable a leader/organization to facilitate change in a participative style. End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain the roles of change agent and champion within the organization; explain the progression of change from introduction to completion; examine barriers to successful implementation; and demonstrate ability to analyze internal and external environments as well as stakeholder issues in showing need for change. Lab fee required. 1,2,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BMGT 2388 - Internship - Business Administration and Management General


    CIP Code: 52.0201
    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. 1,2,5,6

    Faculty Consent: Y
  
  • BUSG 1315 - Small Business Operations (mgmt 2332)


    CIP Code: 52.0703
    Credit(s): 3
    Operating a small business. Emphasizes management functions including planning leading organizing staffing and controlling operations. End-of-Course Outcomes: Identify the aspects of operating a small business; describe human resource functions including employee development; explain the elements of total quality management; and compare purchasing procedures inventory control and computerized operations of small businesses. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • BUSG 2309 - Small Business Management/Entrepreneur- Ship (formerly:small Business Management (form Mgmt 2331)


    CIP Code: 52.0703
    Credit(s): 3
    Starting operating and growing a small business. Includes essential management skills how to prepare a business plan accounting financial needs staffing marketing strategies and legal issues. End-of-Course Outcomes: Identify management skills for a small business; outline issues related to choosing a business obtaining a return on investment; and create a business plan. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • HRPO 1311 - Human Relations (formerly Mgmt 2304)


    CIP Code: 52.1003
    Credit(s): 3
    Practical application of the principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences to interpersonal relationships in the business and industrial environment. End-of-Course Outcomes: Evaluate human relations including diversity attitudes self-esteem and interpersonal skills; identify the causes and effects of stress in the workplace; identify communication skills; identify decision-making skills; and describe how theories of motivation and human behavior impact strategies of change management. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • HRPO 2301 - Human Resources Management


    CIP Code: 52.1001
    Credit(s): 3
    Behavioral and legal approaches to the management of human resources in organizations. End-of-Course Outcomes: Describe and explain the development of human resources management; evaluate current methods of job analysis recruitment selection training/development performance management promotion and separation; discuss management’s ethical social and legal responsibilities; assess methods of compensation and benefits planning; and analyze the role of strategic human resource planning in support of organizational mission and objectives. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • MRKG 1311 - Principles of Marketing (mgmt 1321)


    CIP Code: 52.1401
    Credit(s): 3
    Introduction to the marketing mix functions and process. Includes identification of consumer and organizational needs and explanation of environmental issues. End-of-course outcomes: Identify the marketing mix components; explain the environmental factors which influence consumer and organizational decision-making processes; and outline a marketing plan. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4,5,6

    Faculty Consent: N

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1105 - Introductory Chemistry Lab I


    CIP Code: 40.05015103
    Credit(s): 1
    A laboratory course that illustrates and reinforces principles and concepts of CHEM 1305  by use of quantitative experiments. Emphasizes interpreting and reporting of data. Stresses facility in handling scientific equipment 1,2,3

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 1305 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry I (lab) (formerly:Fund of Chemistry Laboratory


    CIP Code: 40.05015203
    Credit(s): 1
    A laboratory course that illustrates and reinforces principles and concepts of CHEM 1311  by use of quantitative experiments. Emphasizes interpreting and reporting of data. Stresses facility in handling scientific equipment. Lab fee required. 1,2,3

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 1311 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 1112 - General Chemistry II (lab) (formerly:Fund of Chemistry Lab II )


    CIP Code: 40.05015203
    Credit(s): 1
    A laboratory course that illustrates and reinforces principles and concepts of CHEM 1312  by use of qualitative and quantitative experiments. Emphasizes interpreting and reporting of data. Stresses facility in handling scientific equipment. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,5

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 1312 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 1305 - Introductory Chemistry Introductory Chemistry I


    CIP Code: 40.05015103
    Credit(s): 3
    A lecture course in elementary chemistry. Primarily for non-majors or people desiring a one-semester introductory chemistry course. Includes terminology nomenclature stoichiometry states of matter solutions equilibria etc. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. 1,2,3

    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements
    Pass TSI Math Requirement
    Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 1311 - General Chemistry I


    CIP Code: 40.05015203
    Credit(s): 3
    A lecture course designed as a first college-transfer course for students with some background in physical science. Covers such topics as chemical stoichiometry atomic structure bonding formulas equations gas laws solutions etc. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. 1,2,3

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 1111 
    Registration Restrictions: Pass TSI English Requirements Pass TSI Math Requirement Pass TSI Reading Requirement
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 1312 - General Chemistry II


    CIP Code: 40.05015503
    Credit(s): 3
    A lecture course that is a continuation of CHEM 1311 . Includes solutions chemical kinetics acids and bases equilibrium electrochemistry thermodynamics coordination chemistry nuclear chemistry organic chemistry etc. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. 1.2.3.5

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 1311 ; Minimum grade C; Take CHEM 1112 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 2123 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I


    CIP Code: 40.05045203
    Credit(s): 1
    A laboratory course that illustrates and reinforces principles and concepts of CHEM 2323 . The course is designed to concentrate on the techniques of preparing organic compounds separation purification and identifying the prepared compound. Some of the techniques include melting points recrystallization extraction distillation and interpretation of IR NMR and chromatography spectra. A project will be done that includes using the library and writing a research paper. 1,2,3,4

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 2323 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 2125 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II


    CIP Code: 40.05045203
    Credit(s): 1
    A laboratory course that illustrates and reinforces principles and concepts of CHEM 2325 . The course includes organic synthesis isolation of product and identification of product using the techniques from CHEM 2123  and CHEM 2323 . Each synthesis requires the acquisition of strumental spectra interpretation of the spectra and qualitative analysis of the product. The course also requires an individual laboratory project with a formal written report over the project. Lab fee required. 1,2,3,4

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 2325 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 2301 - Analytical Chemistry I


    CIP Code: 40.05025103
    Credit(s): 3
    A lecture course that is a study of fundamental principles of elementary quantitative analysis both theoretical and practical. Includes equilibrium gravimetric analysis volumetric analysis and introduction to instruments (AA GC UV spectroscopy pH meters IR and NMR). The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills and mathematics to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. 1,2,3,6

    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 2323 - Organic Chemistry I


    CIP Code: 40.05045203
    Credit(s): 3
    A lecture course that presents a mechanistic approach to an integrated study of aliphatic alicyclic and aromatic hydrocarbons. Includes an introduction to instrumental methods applicable to organic chemistry. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills to organize the information or to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. 1,2,3

    Prerequisite(s): Take CHEM 1312 ; Minimum grade C;

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 1312 ; Minimum grade C; Take CHEM 2123 
    Faculty Consent: N
  
  • CHEM 2325 - Organic Chemistry II


    CIP Code: 40.05045203
    Credit(s): 3
    A lecture course that is a continuation of CHEM 2323  which is an integrated study of organic compounds by functional groups. Includes an introduction to biochemistry. The student will be involved in reading information or problems and using critical thinking skills to organize the information to arrive at an answer; also requires student writing skills in order to communicate the information acquired in a written format. 1,2,3

    Requisite(s): Take CHEM 2125 
    Faculty Consent: N

Child Development

  
  • CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early ChildhoodPrograms


    CIP Code: 19.0709
    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate curriculum design and implementation in early care and education programs for children birth through age eight. 5

    Requisite(s): Take 2 groups; # Take TECA 1311  CDEC 1319 ; # Take 2 courses; From courses TECA 1318  CDEC 1356  CDEC 1358 ;
    Comments: 5
    Faculty Consent: N
 

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