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2017-2018 NRCC Catalog - Course Descriptions

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 Course Number

Courses numbered 01-09 are courses for developmental programs. The credits earned in these courses do not apply toward associate degree programs; but if the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services approves, some developmental courses may provide credit which may apply to basic occupational, diploma, or certificate programs.

Courses numbered 10-99 are freshman courses for diploma and certificate programs. The credits earned in these courses will apply toward diploma and certificate programs but will not apply toward an associate degree.

Courses numbered 100-199 are freshman courses which will apply toward an associate degree and/or certificate and diploma programs.

Courses numbered 200-299 are sophomore courses which will apply toward an associate degree and/or certificate and diploma programs.

Course Credits

The credit for each course is shown after the title in the course description. One credit is equal to one college semester hour.

Course Hours

The number of lecture hours in class each week (including lecture, seminar, and discussion hours) and/or the number of lab hours in class each week (including lab, shop, supervised practice, and cooperative work experience) are shown for each course in the course description. The number of lecture hours and lab hours in class each week are also called “contact” hours because the time is spent under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Besides the lecture and lab hours in class each week, students must also spend out-of-class time on assignments. Usually each credit per course requires an average of three hours of in-class and out-of-class study each week.

Course Co-requisites

Occasionally, courses numbered 195 or 199 are required as co-requisites for other courses.

Course Prerequisites

If any prerequisites are required before enrolling in a course, these prerequisites will be identified in the course description. Courses in special sequences (usually identified by the numerals I-II-III) require that prior courses or their equivalent be completed before enrolling in the advanced courses in the sequence. When co-requisites are required for a course, the co-requisites must be taken at the same time. The prerequisites or their equivalent must be completed satisfactorily before enrolling in a course unless special permission is obtained from the Dean and the instructional department.

Prerequisites for English 111

English placement tests will be given. Students who do not have adequate proficiency will be placed in developmental English courses. Students should keep in mind that most textbooks are written on or above tenth grade reading levels; therefore, those who score low on the English placement test should take a developmental English course before taking courses which require intensive reading such as social science courses or higher level English courses. In addition to proficiency tests, the student must be able to demonstrate an understanding of writing and be able to adequately support the controlling idea in an essay. The student must use appropriate word choice and coherent sentence structure. The student’s eligibility for ENG 111  will be determined by proficiency test and a writing sample.
 

History
  

  • HIS 121 United States History I

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys United States history from its beginning to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 122 United States History II

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys United States history from its beginning to the present. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 266 Military History of the Civil War

    3 credit(s)
    Analyzes military campaigns of the Civil War, including factors contributing to the defeat of the Confederacy and problems created by the war. May include field trips to Civil War sites in the region. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 267 The Second World War

    3 credit(s)
    Examines causes and consequences of the Second World War. Includes the rise of totalitarianism, American neutrality, military developments, the home fronts, diplomacy, and the decision to use the atomic bomb. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 277 The American Experience in Vietnam

    3 credit(s)
    Analyzes American involvement in Vietnam from World War I through the Nixon and Ford years. Includes Roosevelt’s plan of trusteeship, the Geneva Conference, the American military role, and the search for peace. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 279 Age of the American Revolution

    3 credit(s)
    Examines the factors that led to the separation of the American Britain colonies from Great Britain. Covers the Revolutionary War, the problems faced by the revolutionary government, and postwar events that led to the adoption the United States Constitution. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 281 History of Virginia I

    3 credit(s)
    Examines the cultural, political, and economic history of the Commonwealth from its beginning to the present. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HIS 282 History of Virginia II

    3 credit(s)
    Examines the cultural, political, and economic history of the Commonwealth from its beginning to the present. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Human Services
  

  • HMS 100 Introduction to Human Services

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete this course prior to enrolling in any other HMS course.

    Introduces human services agencies, roles and careers. Presents a historical perspective of the field as it relates to human services today. Additional topics include values clarification and needs of target populations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HMS 121 Basic Counseling Skills I

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Develops skills needed to function in a helping relationship. Emphasizes skills in attending, listening and responding. Clarifies personal skill strength, deficits and goals for skill improvement. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HMS 141 Group Dynamics I

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Examines the stages of group development, group dynamics, the role of the leader in a group, and recognition of the various types of group processes. Discusses models of group dynamics that occur as a result of group membership dynamics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HMS 227 The Helper as a Change Agent

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Teaches the following skills for implementing alternative models of change and influence: action research, problem-solving, consultation, workshop development, and outreach and advocacy for diverse client populations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HMS 236 Gerontology

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Examines the process of aging; its implications in relation to health, recreation, education, transportation, meaningful work or activity, and to community resources. Emphasizes experiencing the aging process, facilitating retirement, and application of the helping relationship to work with older adults. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HMS 251 Substance Abuse I

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete HMS 100  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Provides knowledge, skills, and insight for working in drug and alcohol abuse programs. Emphasizes personal growth and client growth measures in helping relationships. Stresses various methods of individual and group techniques for helping the substance abuser. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • HMS 290 Coordinated Internship in Human Services

    3 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): HMS 100  and HMS 121 .
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial, or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours.

Industrial Engineering Technology
  

  • IND 230 Applied Quality Control

    3 credit(s)
    Studies principles of inspection and quality assurance with emphasis on statistical process control. May include the setting up, maintaining, and interpreting of control charts, and review of basic metrology. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  

  • IND 250 Introduction to Basic Computer Integrated Manufacturing

    2 credit(s)
    Presents basic principles used in the design and implementation in a computer integrated manufacturing system. Emphasizes team concept and all aspects of a computer integrated manufacturing system to include the following: Robotics, Conveyor Control, Machining Center Integration Quality Control, Statistical Quality Control, and Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) software. Lecture 0-2 hours. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Total 4-9 hours per week.

Information Technology Design and Database
  

  • ITD 110 Web Page Design I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (BUS 226 , CSC 110 , ITE 115 ) or Microsoft Office experience.
    This course uses Dreamweaver, HTML5 and CSS3.

    Stresses a working knowledge of web site designs, construction, and management using HTML or XHTML. Course content includes headings, lists, links, images, image maps, tables, forms, and frames. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITD 112 Designing Web Page Graphics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (BUS 226 , CSC 110  or ITE 115 ), and ITD 110 .
    This course uses Photoshop and Dreamweaver. Students will have the opportunity to earn the Adobe Certified Associate certification in Visual Communication using Photoshop.

    Explores the creation of digital graphics for web design. Basic design elements such as color and layout will be explored utilizing a computer graphics program(s). Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITD 120 Design Concepts for Mobile Applications

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ITD 110  and ITD 112  in addition to a programming language such as Java, Visual Basic, GameMaker, C++, or Flash ActionScript.
    This class focuses on creating mobile and web applications for the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad platform. The class utilizes IQuery, HTML5, CSS5 and other mobile technologies.

    Provides skills for designing both Web-based and stand-alone applications for wireless devices. Details discussions of the needs for applications including mobile phones and a range of rich handheld devices such as PDA’s. Emphasizes the importance of usability, accessibility, optimization and performance to create fast-loading business enterprise applications and games. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITD 130 Database Fundamentals

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (BUS 226 , CSC 110  or ITE 115 ) and CSC 200 .
    Students will not receive credit if they have previously taken or ITE 150. This course uses Access and MySQL.

    Introduces the student to Relational Database and Relational Database theory. Includes planning, defining and using a database; table design, linking, and normalization; types of databases, database description and definition. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • ITD 210 Web Page Design II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (BUS 226 , CSC 110  or ITE 115 ), and ITD 110 .
    Students will have the opportunity to earn the Adobe Certified Associate certification in Web Communication using Dreamweaver.

    ITD 112  is also recommended as a prerequisite for this course. Create responsive designs for websites using HTML5, CSS3 and Javascript. This course  primarily uses Dreamweaver as well as Photoshop and Flash.

    Incorporates advanced techniques in web site planning, design, usability, accessibility, advanced site management, and maintenance utilizing web editor software(s). Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITD 212 Interactive Web Design

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (CSC 110  or ITE 115 ) and ITD 110 .
    Students will have the opportunity to earn the Adobe Certified Associate certification in Rich Media Communication using Flash.

    ITD 112  is also recommended as a prerequisite for this course. This course uses primarily Flash and Dreamweaver.

    Provides techniques in interactive design concepts to create cross-platform, low-bandwidth animations utilizing a vector based application. Emphasizes the importance of usability, accessibility, optimization and performance. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Information Technology Essentials
  

  • ITE 105 Careers and Cyber Ethics

    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Keyboarding and Microsoft Office.
    Career paths in Information Technology will be explored to help the student determine the appropriate degree plan. Career paths will include but not be limited to software development, computer science, database, networking, system administration and operations, end user support, web design, and management. The student will learn ethical concerns in business and information technology including the AMC Code of Ethics. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  

  • ITE 115 Introduction to Computer Applications and Concepts

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): High school keyboarding
    Students will not receive credit if they have previously taken IST 117, BUS 226  or CSC 110 .

    This course utilizes Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.

    Covers computer concepts and internet skills and use a software suite which includes word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software to demonstrate skills required for computer literacy. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITE 141 Microcomputer Software: Spreadsheets

    1- 2 credit(s)
    This course will not count as General Education credits toward a degree.

    Provides first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of spreadsheet Software using the basic of building spreadsheets. Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
  

  • ITE 141 Microcomputer Software: Spreadsheets-Excel

    1 credit(s)
    Provides first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of spreadsheet software using the basic of building spreadsheets. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  

  • ITE 151 Microcomputer Software: Database Management-Access

    2 credit(s)
    Presents first-time users with sufficient information to make practical use of database management software using the basics of building databases. Covers specific business applications. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  

  • ITE 200 Technology for Teachers (TSIP)

    3 credit(s)
    Provides K-12 classroom teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel. Students will finish the course with a solid understanding of educational technology, including how to use computers, now to access information on the World Wide Web, and how to integrate computers and educational technology into classroom curriculum. Students will learn how to base technology integration decisions on contemporary learning theories. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Information Technology Networking
  

  • ITN 101 Introduction to Network Concepts

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110  
    Students will have the opportunity to earn Microsoft Networking Fundamentals and Microsoft Windows Server Administration Fundamentals certifications.

    Provides instruction in networking media, physical and logical topologies, common networking standards and popular networking protocols. Course content emphasizes the TCP/IP protocol suite and related IP addressing schemes, including CIDR. Course content also includes selected topics in network implementation, support and LAN/WAN connectivity. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 106 Microcomputer Operating Systems

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110 
    Teaches use of operating system utilities and multiple-level directory structures, creation of batch files, and configuration of microcomputer environments. May include a study of graphical user interfaces. Lecture 4 hours per week. Maps to CompTIA A+ Certification.
  

  • ITN 107 Personal Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110  and ITN 106 
    Maps to CompTIA A+ Certification.

    Includes specially designed instruction to give students a basic knowledge of hardware and software configurations. It includes the installation of various peripheral devices as well as basic system hardware components. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 111 Server Administration -Windows 2012

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ITN 101 
    Covers basic instruction in various network protocols, name resolution services, remote access, security, and print installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Server Administration software Windows 2008 in an Active Directory domain environment. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 170 Linux System Administration

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses instruction on the installation, configuration and administration of the Linux operating system and emphasizes the use of Linux as a network client and workstation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 200 Administration of Network Resources

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses on the management of local area network servers. Teaches proper structuring of security systems. Explains print queues, disk management, and other local area network (LAN) issues. Presents concerns and issues for the purchase and installation of hardware and software upgrades. Can be taught using any network operating system or a range of operating systems as a delivery tool. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 260 Network Security Basics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110 , CSC 200 , ITN 101  and ITN 261  
    Maps to CompTIA Security+ certification.

    Provides instruction in the basics of network security in depth. Course content includes security objectives, security architecture, security models and security layers. Course content also includes risk management, network security policy, and security training. Course content includes security keys, confidentiality integrity, availability, accountability and auditability. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 261 Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ITN 101  
    Students will have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Security Fundamentals certification.

    Encompasses in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the viewpoint hackers and their attack methodologies. Includes topics about hackers, attacks, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) malicious code, computer crime and industrial espionage. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 262 Network Communication, Security and Authentication

    3 credit(s)
    Covers an in-depth exploration of various communication protocols with a concentration on TCP/IP. Explores communication protocols from the point of view of the hacker in order to highlight protocol weaknesses. Includes Internet architecture, routing, addressing, topology, fragmentation and protocol analysis, and the use of various utilities to explore TCP/IP. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITN 266 Network Security Layers

    3 credit(s)
    Provides an in-depth exploration of various security layers needed to protect the network. Explores Network Security from the viewpoint of the environment in which the network operates and the necessity to secure that environment to lower the security risk to the network. Includes physical security, personnel security, operating system security, software security and database security. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Information Technology Programming
  

  • ITP 100 Software Design

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces principles and practices of software development. Includes instruction in critical thinking, problem solving skills, and essential programming logic in structured and object-oriented design using contemporary tools. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 112 Visual Basic.NET I

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110  and CSC 200 
    Concentrates instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming using Visual Basic.NET and the .NET framework. Course content emphasizes program construction, algorithm development, coding, debugging, and documentation of graphical user interface applications. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 134 Visual C++ Programming I

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110  and CSC 200 
    Students will not receive credit if they have previously taken EGR 126 .

    Provides instruction in fundamentals of object-oriented programming and design using C++ for GUI applications. Emphasizes software design and construction using the concepts of foundation classes. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 160 Introduction to Game Design and Development

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces object-oriented game design and development. Provides overview of the electronic game design and development process and underlines the historical contest, content creation strategies, game careers, and future trends in the industry. Utilizes a game language environment to introduce game design, object-oriented paradigms, software design, software development and product testing. Teaches skills of writing a game design document and creating a game with several levels and objects. Integrate 2-D animations, 3-D models, sound effects, and background music as well as graphic backgrounds. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 165 Gaming and Simulation

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces students to the concepts and applications of gaming and simulation through the use of gaming and simulation tools, as well as through basic programming skills. Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 200 Data Structure and Algorithms

    4 credit(s)
    Introduces searching and sorting algorithms and basic data structures. Examines data structures and algorithms in a given computer language including sets, strings, stacks, queries, arrays, linked lists, and trees. Lecture 4 hours per week
  

  • ITP 240 Server Side Programming

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ITD 110 , ITD 130 , and a programming language such as Java, Visual Basic or C++.
    Students will not receive credit if they have previously taken ITP 244.

    Centers around instruction in fundamentals of Internet application design, development, and deployment. Includes implementation of server component models, security, and database connectivity using server-side programming. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 251 Systems Analysis and Design

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): CSC 110 , CSC 200  and a programming language.
    This course is intended for the last semester of coursework.

    Focuses on application of information technologies (IT) to system life cycle methodology, systems analysis, systems design, and system implementation practices. Methodologies related to identification of information requirements, feasibility in the areas of economic, technical and social requirements, and related issues are included in course content. Software applications may be used to enhance student skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • ITP 290 Coordinated Internship in Information Technology

    3 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    This course is intended for the last semester of coursework.

    Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours per week.
  

  • ITP 297 Cooperative Internship in Information Technology

    3 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    This course is intended for the last semester of coursework.

    Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the division dean. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours.

Instrumentation
  

  • INS 112 Instrumentation Fundamentals

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ELE 157  
    Presents the preparatory fundamentals of instrumentation including hydraulics, pneumatics, instrumentation loops and temperature. Topics include hydraulics, pneumatics, transducers, thermometers, gauges and calibration. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  

  • INS 220 Introduction to Fluid Power

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces analysis and design of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems. Presents interpretation and application of fluid power systems, schematic diagrams, and symbols. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  

  • INS 230 Instrumentation I

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ETR 113  and ETR 114  
    Presents the fundamental scientific principles of process control including temperature, pressure, level, and flow measurements. Topics include transducers, thermometers, and gauges are introduced along with calibration. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  

  • INS 231 Instrumentation II

    4 credit(s)
    Continues INS 230 . Covers common techniques for measuring the dynamic response of processes. Topics include transmitters and telemetering along with process control systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  

  • INS 232 System Troubleshooting

    2 credit(s)
    Presents system troubleshooting theory and real troubleshooting applications. Uses a hands-on approach to provide troubleshooting experience in multiple areas such as programmable logic controllers (PLC), control automation systems and process control systems. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  

  • INS 233 Process Control Integration

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): INS 230  and ELE 233  
    Presents computer automation including PLCs, SCADA, and PCbased systems to control processes. Topics such as PLC control and computer data acquisition are introduced where students will use existing systems or build systems and control these systems with PLCs and computer data acquisition systems. Assesses students through test and project evaluations and the course will be assessed by graduate feedback. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  

  • INS 297 Cooperative Education in Instrumentation

    1-5 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the division dean. Is applicable to all occupational-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours.
  

  • INS 298 Seminar and Project in Instrumentation

    1 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. Variable hours.
  

  • INS 299 Supervised Study in Instrumentation

    1-5 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours.

Japanese
  

  • JPN 101 Beginning Japanese I

    5 credit(s)
    Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese, and emphasizes the structure of the language. Part I of II. Lecture 4-5 hours per week. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
  

  • JPN 102 Beginning Japanese II

    4 credit(s)
    Develops the understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese, and emphasizes the structure of the language. Part II of II. Lecture 4-5 hours per week. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
  

  • JPN 201 Intermediate Japanese I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): JPN 102 
    Continues the development of the skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese. Classes conducted in Japanese. Lecture 3-4 hours per week. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.
  

  • JPN 202 Intermediate Japanese II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): JPN 102 
    Continues the development of the skills of understanding, speaking, reading, and writing of Japanese. Classes conducted in Japanese. Lecture 3-4 hours per week. May include one additional hour of oral practice per week.

Legal Administration
  

  • LGL 110 Introduction to Law and the Legal Assistant

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces various areas of law in which a legal assistant will be working. Includes intense study of court system (Virginia and federal) as well as a brief overview of criminal law, torts, domestic relations, evidence, ethics, the role of the legal assistant and other areas of interest. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • LGL 117 Family Law

    3 credit(s)
    Studies elements of a valid marriage, grounds for divorce and annulment, separation, defenses, custody, support, adoptions, and applicable tax consequences. Includes property settlement, pre-and ante-nuptial agreements, pleadings, and rules of procedure. May include specific federal and Virginia consumer laws. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • LGL 127 Legal Research and Writing

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 111  or permission of division
    Provides a basic understanding of legal research and the proper preparation of legal documents, including brief writing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • LGL 130 Law Office Administration and Management

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces management principles and systems applicable to law firms, including record keeping, disbursements, escrow accounts, billing, and purchasing. Studies accounting methods applicable to the law firms. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • LGL 216 Trial Preparation and Discovery Practice

    3 credit(s)
    Studies the preparation of a trial notebook, pretrial orders, use of interrogatories, depositions and other discovery tools used in assembling evidence in preparation for trial or an administrative hearing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • LGL 290 Coordinated Internship in Legal Administration

    3 credit(s)
    Supervised on-the-job training in selected law firms or law related firms/agencies coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours.
  

  • LGL 297 Cooperative Education in Legal Administration

    1-5 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised on-the-job training for compensation in an approved law firm or legal establishment, which is coordinated by the Business and Technologies division dean. Is applicable to all occupational-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours.
  

  • LGL 299 Supervised Study in Legal Administration

    1-5 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours.

Library Technology
  

  • LBR 105 Library Skills for Research

    1 credit(s)
    Introduces students to library skills and resources. Employs a laboratory approach to develop skills in the use of library materials. Presents general information about library procedures, specific methods for utilizing varied reference materials, including dictionaries, indexes, special subject area tools, on-line information retrieval, classification systems, and the card catalog. Introduces general topics in research paper preparation. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 1 hour. Total 2 hours per week.

Machine Technology
  

  • MAC 106 Machine Shop Operations

    8 credit(s)
    Introduces bench work, sawing, drilling, lathe, milling, grinding, and precision instruments, and safety. Requires solutions of related problems and preparation of weekly laboratory reports. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 18 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 107 Technology of Machining

    8 credit(s)
    Offer practice in bench work, sawing, drilling, lathe, milling, grinding, and precision measuring instruments. May require solutions of related problems and preparation of weekly laboratory reports. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 18 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 121 Computer Numerical Control I

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup and operation. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 122 Computer Numerical Control II

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup and operation. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 127 Advanced CNC Programming

    3 credit(s)
    Provides in-depth study of programming computerized numerical control machines. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 131 Machine Lab I

    2 credit(s)
    Teaches fundamental machine shop operations, bench work, layout, measuring tools, and safety. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 132 Machine Lab II

    2 credit(s)
    Teaches fundamental machine shop operations, bench work, layout, measuring tools, and safety. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 181 Machine Blueprint Reading I

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces reading and interpreting blueprints and working drawings. Applies visualization of objects, sketching, and machine terminology. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 182 Machine Blueprint Reading II

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces reading and interpreting blueprints and working drawings. Applies visualization of objects, sketching, and machine terminology. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 215 Machining Techniques

    8 credit(s)
    Teaching milling lathe operations, precision grinding, production tooling, and machine tool attachments. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 18 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 217 Precision Machining Techniques

    8 credit(s)
    Teaches precision layout, machining techniques, high precision grinding, measuring tool calibration, and inspection procedures. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 15 hours. Total 18 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 250 Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing

    2 credit(s)
    Focuses on advanced computer aided manufacturing with emphasis on CAD-CAM interfacing, advanced 3-D, and advanced turning. Introduces quality control inspection using coordinate measuring systems, statistical process controls and digitizers. Teaches basic and advanced fabrication programming and flexible manufacturing systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  

  • MAC 298 Seminar and Project in Machine Technology

    1 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. Variable hours.

Marketing
  

  • MKT 100 Principles of Marketing

    3 credit(s)
    Presents principles, methods, and problems involved in the marketing of goods, services, and ideas to consumers and organizational buyers. Discusses present-day problems and policies connected with distribution and sale of products, pricing, promotion, and buyer motivation. Examines variations of the marketing mix and market research, plus legal, social, ethical, and international considerations in marketing. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 110 Principles of Selling

    3 credit(s)
    Presents fundamental aspects of personal selling, sales, and selling methods. Emphasizes professional sales techniques and ethics. Examines organization necessary for a well-coordinated sales effort, including the training of sales personnel for maximum efficiency in selling and organization of the sales division within the business enterprise. Introduces sales management in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the total sales effort. This course is only offered in the fall semester. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 120 Fundamentals of Fashion

    3 credit(s)
    Dual Enrollment course only.
    Develops an understanding of the principles and procedures involved in the production, distribution, and consumption of fashion merchandise. Traces the history and development of fashion and how these changes affect the fashion merchandising world. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 209 Sports, Entertainment, and Recreation Marketing

    3 credit(s)
    Dual Enrollment course only.
    Builds on the principles of marketing to introduce the more specific importance and specialization of Sports, Entertainment and Recreation (SER) marketing. Emphasizes the SER industries as they relate to the economics, business structure, product development, branding, pricing strategies, distribution strategies, integrated communications, ethics, and research. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 228 Promotion

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete MKT 100  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Presents an overview of promotion activities including advertising, visual merchandising, publicity and sales promotion. Focuses on coordinating these activities into an effective campaign to promote sales for a particular product, business, institution or industry. Emphasizes budgets, selecting media, and analyzing the effectiveness of the campaign. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 282 Principles of E-Commerce

    3 credit(s)
    Dual Enrollment course only.
    Studies on-line business strategies, and the hardware and software tools necessary for Internet commerce. Includes the identification of appropriate target segments, the development of product opportunities, pricing structures, distribution channels and execution of marketing strategies. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 284 Social Media Marketing

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the use of social networks and online communities such as blogs, wikis, virtual events that allow companies to expand their interaction with customers and develop relationships with collaborative communities. Emphasizes the ongoing transformation of the way companies adjust their marketing plans to improve interaction with customers online. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 285 Current Issues in Marketing

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete MKT 100 , MKT 110 , MKT 228 , and MKT 282  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Serves as a capstone course for marketing majors. Provides an integrated perspective of current issues and practices in marketing. Explores contemporary issues and practices in a highly participatory classroom environment. This course is only offered in the spring semester. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MKT 290 Coordinated Internship in Marketing

    1-5 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    On-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours. Variable hours.
  

  • MKT 297 Cooperative Education in Marketing

    1-5 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    On-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial, and service firms coordinated by the Business and Technologies division dean. Is applicable to all occupational-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours.

Mathematics
  

  • MTH 7 Developmental Trigonometry

    1-5 credit(s)
    Credits not applicable toward graduation.

    Placement recommendation for MTH 07 and Algebra I and Algebra II equivalent.

    Covers topics including right triangles, oblique triangles, ident applications. Develops the mathematical proficiency necessary for curriculum entrance. Variable hours per week.
  

  • MTH 101 Basic Technical Mathematics I

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): One unit of high school mathematics or equivalent.
    Presents arithmetic, elements of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Directs applications specialty areas. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  

  • MTH 103 Applied Technical Mathematics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): One unit of high school mathematics or equivalent.
    Provides a foundation in mathematics with emphasis in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. Directs applications to specialty areas. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MTH 115 Technical Mathematics I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): A placement recommendation for MTH 115 and Algebra I and Geometry, or Algebra I and Algebra II, or equivalent.
    This general education course is not designed to transfer to a 4-year university.

    Presents algebra through exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometry, vectors, analytic geometry, and complex numbers. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MTH 120 Introduction to Mathematics

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): A placement recommendation for MTH 120 and one unit of high school mathematics or equivalent.
    Intended for occupational/ technical programs.

    Introduces number systems, logic, basic algebra, and descriptive statistics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  

  • MTH 141 Business Mathematics I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): A placement recommendation for MTH 141 and one unit of high school mathematics or equivalent.
    Provides instruction, review, and drill in percentage, cash and trade discounts, mark-up, payroll, sales, property and other taxes, simple and compound interest, bank discounts, loans, investments, and annuities. Lecture 3 hours per week.
 

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