Mar 28, 2024  
2021-2022 COLLEGE CATALOG 
    
2021-2022 COLLEGE CATALOG [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

2021-2022 NRCC Catalog - Course Descriptions


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

The student’s eligibility for ENG 111  may be determined by high school transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores, and GED scores; all of which are valid for five years. Students who do not satisfy ENG 111  placement based upon these multiple measures may take the Virginia Placement Test (VPT) to determine ENG 111  eligibility. 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 do not satisfy ENG 111   placement 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.

Mathematics Course Changes

As of fall semester 2018, all mathematics course offerings changed across the Virginia Community College System. To view previous courses and descriptions, go to the archived catalog 2017-2018 or before. http://catalog.nr.edu/

 

Accounting

  
  • ACC 124 Payroll Accounting

    2 credit(s)
    Industry Credential Opportunity:

    • Fundamental Payroll Certification


    Students are strongly encouraged to complete ACC 211  prior to enrolling in (or during the same semester as) this course.

    Presents accounting systems and methods used in computing and recording payroll to include payroll taxes and compliance with federal and state legislation. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 198 Seminar and Project in Accounting

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

    Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objective and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. Variable hours.
  
  • ACC 199 Supervised Study in Accounting

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

    Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours.
  
  • ACC 211 Principles of Accounting I

    4 credit(s)
    Introduces accounting principles with respect to financial reporting. Demonstrates how decision makers use accounting information for reporting purposes.Focuses on the preparation of accounting information and its use in the operation of organizations, as well as methods of analysis and interpretation of accounting information. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 212 Principles of Accounting II

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 211  
    Introduces accounting principles with respect to cost and managerial accounting. Focuses on the application of accounting information with respect to product costing, as well as its use within the organization to provide direction and to judge performance. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 215 Computerized Accounting

    3 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): ACC 212  or equivalent.
    Industry Credential Opportunity:

    • Quickbooks Certified User


    Introduces the computer in solving accounting problems. Focuses on operation of computers. Presents the accounting cycle and financial statement preparation in a computerized system and other applications for financial and managerial accounting. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 221 Intermediate Accounting I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 212  or equivalent
    Covers accounting principles and theory, including a review of the accounting cycle and accounting for current assets, current liabilities and investments. Introduces various accounting approaches and demonstrates the effect of these approaches on the financial statement users. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 222 Intermediate Accounting II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 212  or equivalent
    Continues accounting principles and theory with emphasis on accounting for fixed assets, intangibles, corporate capital structure, long-term liabilities, and investments. Lecture 4 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 231 Cost Accounting I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 212  or equivalent
    Presents cost accounting methods and reporting as applied to job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems. Includes cost control, profit analysis, and other topics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 241 Auditing I

    3 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): Prerequisite or co-requisite ACC 212  or equivalent.
    Presents techniques of investigating, interpreting, and appraising accounting records and assertions. Studies internal control design and evaluation, evidence-gathering techniques and other topics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 261 Principles of Federal Taxation I

    3 credit(s)
    Industry Credential Opportunity:

    • Federal Taxation - may test and be credentialed as Enrolled Agent with the IRS


    Presents the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and other tax entities. Includes tax planning, compliance and reporting. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ACC 290 Coordinated Internship in Accounting

    3 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/work ratio 1:5 hours. Variable hours.
  
  • ACC 297 Cooperative Education in Accounting

    3 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised 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.
  
  • ACC 299 Supervised Study in Accounting

    3 credit(s)
    May be repeated for credit.

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

Administration of Justice

  
  • ADJ 100 Survey of Criminal Justice

    3 credit(s)
    Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components-law enforcement, judiciary, and corrections. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 105 The Juvenile Justice System

    3 credit(s)
    Presents the evolution, philosophy, structures and processes of the American juvenile delinquency system; surveys the rights of juveniles, dispositional alternatives, rehabilitation methods and current trends. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 107 Survey of Criminology

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the volume and scope of crime; considers a variety of theories developed to explain the causation of crime and criminality. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 110 Introduction to Law Enforcement

    3 credit(s)
    Studies the philosophy and history of law enforcement, presenting an overview of the crime problem and policy response issues. Surveys the jurisdictions and organizations of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Examines the qualification requirements and career opportunities in the law enforcement profession. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 111 Law Enforcement Organization & Administration I

    3 credit(s)
    Teaches the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement agencies. Studies the management of line operations, staff and auxiliary services, investigative and juvenile units. Introduces the concept of data processing; examines policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to crime prevention. Surveys concepts of protection of life and property, detection of offenses, and apprehension of offenders. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 116 Special Enforcement Topics

    3 credit(s)
    Considers contemporary issues, problems, and controversies in modern law enforcement. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 120 Introduction to Courts

    3 credit(s)
    Presents an overview of the American judiciary-the federal and 50 state judicial systems-with emphasis on criminal court structures, functions, and personnel; surveys the judicial system in Commonwealth of Virginia. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 133 Ethics and the Criminal Justice Professional

    3 credit(s)
    Examines ethical dilemmas pertaining to the criminal justice system, including those in policing, courts and corrections. Focuses on some of the specific ethical choices that must be made by the criminal justice professional. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 140 Introduction to Corrections

    3 credit(s)
    Focuses on societal responses to the offender. Traces the evolution of practices based on philosophies of retribution, deterrence, and rehabilitation. Reviews contemporary correctional activities and their relationships to other aspects of the criminal justice system. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 171 Forensic Science I

    4 credit(s)
    Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/identification and latent techniques, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, death investigation techniques, thin-layer chromatographic methods, and arson materials examination. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 172 Forensic Science II

    4 credit(s)
    Introduces student to crime scene technology, procedures for sketching diagramming and using casting materials. Surveys the concepts of forensic chemistry, fingerprint classification/identification and latent techniques, drug identification, hair and fiber evidence, death investigation techniques, thin-layer chromatographic methods, and arson materials examination. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 190 Coordinated Internship in Administration of Justice

    1-5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 30 semester hours in program course work and instructor approval
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio maximum 1:5 hours. Variable hours.
  
  • ADJ 199 Supervised Study in Administration of Justice

    1-5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 30 semester hours in program course work, ENG 111 /ENG 112 , and instructor approval
    May be repeated for credit.

    Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours.
  
  • ADJ 211 Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures I

    3 credit(s)
    Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American court systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 212 Criminal Law, Evidence and Procedures II

    3 credit(s)
    Teaches the elements of proof for major and common crimes and the legal classification of offenses. Studies the kinds, degrees and admissibility of evidence and its presentation in criminal proceedings with emphasis on legal guidelines for methods and techniques of evidence acquisition. Surveys the procedural requirements from arrest to final disposition in the various American court systems with focus on the Virginia jurisdiction. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 228 Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the historical and current usage of narcotics and dangerous drugs. Teaches the identification and classification of such drugs and emphasizes the symptoms and effects on their users. Examines investigative methods and procedures utilized in law enforcement efforts against illicit drug usage. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 229 Community Policing in Modern Society

    3 credit(s)
    Examines the process through which community problems are identified and addressed by police departments in cooperation with the community. Considers current efforts by law enforcement officers to achieve an effective working relationship with the community. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 234 Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the historical and current practices of terrorism that are national, transnational, or domestic in origin. Includes biological, chemical, nuclear, and cyber-terrorism. Teaches the identification and classification of terrorist organizations, violent political groups and issue-oriented militant movements. Examines investigative methods and procedures utilized in counter terrorist efforts domestically and internationally. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 236 Principles of Criminal Investigation

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Examines crime scene search, collecting, handling and preserving of evidence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 237 Advanced Criminal Investigation

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ADJ 236  or instructor approval
    Introduces specialized tools and scientific aids used in criminal investigation. Applies investigative techniques to specific situations and preparation of trial evidence. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 248 Probation, Parole, and Treatment

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the philosophy, history, organization, personnel and functioning of traditional and innovative probation and parole programs; considers major treatment models for clients. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 288 Capstone Course in Police Science

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all ADJ core required courses.
    Must be taken during final spring semester prior to graduation.

    Using a case-study format, previously mastered knowledge and skills will be used to develop and demonstrate solutions to common problems found at the entry-level in modern law enforcement. Involves problem identification, critical analysis, demonstration of learned skills in presenting written and oral solutions of case study problems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • ADJ 298 Seminar and Project in Administration of Justice

    1-5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 30 semester hours in program course work, ENG 111 /ENG 112 , and instructor approval
    May be repeated for credit.

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

Administrative Support Technology

  
  • AST 101 Keyboarding I

    3 credit(s)
    Teaches the alpha/numeric keyboard with emphasis on correct techniques, speed, and accuracy. Teaches formatting of basic personal and business correspondence, reports, and tabulation. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 102 Keyboarding II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101 
    Develops keyboarding and document production skills with emphasis on preparation of specialized business documents. Continues skill-building for speed and accuracy. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 107 Editing/Proofreading Skills

    3 credit(s)
    Develops skills essential to creating and editing business documents. Covers grammar, spelling, diction, punctuation, capitalization, and other usage problems. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 117 Keyboarding for Computer Usage

    1 credit(s)
    Teaches the alphabetic keyboard and 10-key pad. Develops correct keying techniques. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 132 Word Processing I-Microsoft Word

    1 credit(s)
    Introduces students to a word processing program to create, edit, save, and print documents. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 133 Word Processing II-Microsoft Word

    1 credit(s)
    Presents formatting and editing features of a word processing program. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 134 Word Processing III-Microsoft Word

    1 credit(s)
    Continues work with formatting features and text enhancements of a word processing program. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 137 Records Management

    3 credit(s)
    Teaches filing and records management procedures for hard copy, electronic, and micrographic systems. Identifies equipment, supplies, and solutions to records management problems. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 141 Word Processing I-Word

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent
    Teaches creating and editing documents, including line and page layouts, columns, fonts, search/replace, cut/paste, spell/thesaurus, and advanced editing and formatting features of word processing software. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 142 Word Processing II-Word

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 141  or equivalent
    This course will prepare students to take the Microsoft Office Specialist exam in Word 2013.

    Teaches advanced software applications. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 147 Presentation Software- PowerPoint

    1 credit(s)
    Introduces presentation options including slides, transparencies, and other forms of presentations. Lecture 1 hour per week.
  
  • AST 232 Microcomputer Office Applications

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent Co-requisite(s): A laboratory co-requisite (AST 233) may be required.
    Teaches production of business documents using word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standard. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 236 Specialized Software Applications

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent Co-requisite(s): A laboratory co-requisite (AST 237) may be required.
    Teaches specialized integrated software application on the microcomputer. Emphasizes document production to meet business and industry standards. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 243 Office Administration I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101 
    Develops an understanding of the administrative support role and the skills necessary to provide organizational and technical support in a contemporary office setting. Emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and job performance skills in a business office environment. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 244 Office Administration II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 243  or equivalent
    Enhances skills necessary to provide organizational and technical support in a contemporary office setting. Emphasizes administrative and supervisory role of the office professional. Includes travel and meeting planning, office budgeting and financial procedures, international issues, and career development. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 253 Advanced Desktop Publishing I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AST 101  or equivalent and experience in using a word processing package. Co-requisite(s): A laboratory co-requisite (AST 255) may be required.
    Introduces specific desktop publishing software. Teaches document layout and design, fonts, type styles, style sheets, and graphics. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • AST 290 Coordinated Internship in Administrative Support Technology

    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.
  
  • AST 297 Cooperative Education in Administrative Support Technology

    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 faculty advisor. Is applicable to all occupational-technical curricula at the discretion of the college. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Variable hours.
  
  • AST 299 Supervised Study in Administrative Support Technology

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

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

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

  
  • AIR 121 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I

    4 credit(s)
    Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 122 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration II

    4 credit(s)
    Studies refrigeration theory, characteristics of refrigerants, temperature, and pressure, tools and equipment, soldering, brazing, refrigeration systems, system components, compressors, evaporators, metering devices. Presents charging and evaluation of systems and leak detection. Explores servicing the basic system. Explains use and care of oils and additives and troubleshooting of small commercial systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 126 Electrical and Control Systems

    2 credit(s)
    Presents trouble-shooting and servicing the electrical components of small refrigeration systems including basic electricity for refrigeration, electrical controls of refrigeration systems, electrical motors, motor control, motor starters, relays, overloads, instruments, and control circuits. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
  
  • AIR 235 Heat Pumps

    3 credit(s)
    Students are strongly encouraged to complete AIR 121  prior to enrolling in this course.

    Studies theory and operation of reverse cycle refrigeration systems as applied to air conditioning, including service, installation and maintenance. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hour per week.

Architecture

  
  • ARC 121 Architectural Drafting I

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning, and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections, and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details, and pictorial drawings. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ARC 123 Architectural Graphics I

    3 credit(s)
    Credit will not be awarded for both ARC 121 and ARC 123.

    Introduces techniques of architectural communication including orthographic projection and sketching as well as 3-D views and modeling. Requires the manual production of plans, sections, elevations and 3-D views and models of a simple building. Includes dimensioning, detailing and rendering. An introduction to Resident and Commercial Revit. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

Arts

  
  • ART 100 Art Appreciation

    3 credit(s)


    Dual Enrollment course only.
    Introduces art from prehistoric times to the present day. Describes architectural styles, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and painting techniques. Highlights major artists and key contributions from global and Western culture. Covers content chronologically and/or thematically.

    This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week. Total 3 hours per week.

  
  • ART 101 History of Art: Prehistoric to Gothic

    3 credit(s)
    ART 101 is not a prerequisite for ART 102 .

    Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the prehistoric era through the Gothic. 

    This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ART 102 History of Art: Renaissance to Modern

    3 credit(s)


    ART 101  is not a prerequisite for ART 102.

    Surveys the history and interpretation of architecture, painting and sculpture from the Renaissance through the modern era.

    This is a Passport Transfer course.

      Lecture 3 hours per week.

  
  • ART 121 Foundations of Drawing

    3 credit(s)
    Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as line, proportion, space, perspective, value and composition as applied to still life, landscape and figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal and ink wash. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. Lecture 1 hours. Studio Instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 122 Drawing II

    3 credit(s)
    Develops basic drawing skills and understanding of visual language through studio instruction/lecture. Introduces concepts such as proportion, space, perspective, tone and composition as applied to still life, landscape and the figure. Uses drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, ink wash and color media. Includes field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate. 2 Lecture hours, Lab 3 hours, Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 131 Two-Dimensional Design

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to two-dimensional studio projects. Introduces two-dimensional media, techniques, compositional strategies, and color concepts and interactions. Supports conceptual development through introduction to historical and contemporary practices and critical analysis. May include field trips as required. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 132 Three-Dimension Design

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the elements and principles of design as applied to three-dimensional studio projects. Introduces three-dimensional media, techniques, compositional strategies, and color concepts and interactions. Supports conceptual development through introduction to historical and contemporary practices and critical analysis. May include field trips as required. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 140 Introduction to Graphic Skills

    3 credit(s)
    Teaches basic studio skills and concepts. Emphasizes concept development and problem solving using traditional art materials and computer techniques. Uses current graphic software applications. Lecture 2 hours, Lab 3 hours, Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 223 Life Drawing

    3 credit(s)
    Advances skills and exploration in drawing through studio practice. Continues investigation of elements and principles of design emphasizing perceptual figure drawing. Introduces a variety of media and techniques including color media and theory. Supports conceptual development through introduction to historical and contemporary practices and critical analysis. May include field trips. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 231 Sculpture I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 
    Introduces sculptural concepts and methods of production in traditional and contemporary media. Includes clay, plaster, wood, stone, metal, plastics and terra cotta. May include field trips. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 232 Sculpture II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131 
    Introduces sculptural concepts and methods of production in traditional and contemporary media. Includes clay, plaster, wood, stone, metal, plastics and terra cotta. May include field trips. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 241 Painting I

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 242 Painting II

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 122  or divisional approval
    Introduces abstract and representational painting in acrylic and/or oil with emphasis on color composition and value. Lecture 1 hour. Studio instruction 4 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 243 Watercolor I

    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ART 131  or divisional approval.
    Presents abstract and representational painting in watercolor with emphasis on design, color, composition, technique and value. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 250 History of Design

    3 credit(s)
    Surveys the development of graphic design and illustration with emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries. Analyzes the work of outstanding designers and illustrators. Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • ART 271 Printmaking I

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the student to the full range of printmaking techniques. Includes woodcut, silkscreen, etching, and lithography. Provides historical perspective on printmaking. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 272 Printmaking II

    3 credit(s)
    Introduces the student to the full range of printmaking techniques. Includes woodcut, silkscreen, etching, and lithography. Provides historical perspective on printmaking. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 283 Computer Graphics I

    3 credit(s)
    Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part I of II. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • ART 284 Computer Graphics II

    3 credit(s)
    Utilizes microcomputers and software to produce computer graphics. Employs techniques learned to solve studio projects which reinforce instruction and are appropriate for portfolio use. Part II of II. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

Automotive

  
  • AUT 101 Introduction to Automotive Systems

    4 credit(s)
    Industry Credential Opportunities:

    • Precision Measurement 1,2 +3
    • Torque Mechanical
    • Shop Key Pro Level 1 


    This course is a co-requisite for all automotive courses, or consent of instructor.

    Introduces fundamental systems of automobile, the engine, fuel, exhaust, electric, lubrication, cooling, transmission, steering, brake, and suspension system. Teaches theory and function of each system. Demonstrates operation. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 111 Automotive Engines

    3 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Industry Credential Opportunities:

    • Precision Measurement 4, 5, +6
    • Torque Electrical


    Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments. Part I of II. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 112 Automotive Engines II

    3 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments. Part II of II. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 126 Auto Fuel and Ignition Systems

    5 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Industry Credential Opportunities:

    • Verus Edge Navigation
    • Solus Edge Navigation


    Studies automotive ignition and fuel systems, their functions in operation of engine. Includes carburetors, fuel pumps, ignition systems, troubleshooting, engine test and adjustment, tune-up. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 7 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 136 Automotive Vehicle Inspection

    2 credit(s)


    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Presents information on methods for performing automotive vehicle safety inspection.

      Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.

  
  • AUT 141 Auto Power Trains I

    4 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Presents operation, design, construction and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters as well as 2, 3, and 4 speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions. Lecture 2 hours per week. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 190 Coordinated Internship in Automotive

    1-5 credits credit(s)
    Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours. 1-5 credits
  
  • AUT 197 Cooperative Education in Automotive Technology

    1-5 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    May be repeated for credit.

    Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms coordinated by the Business and Technologies 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.
  
  • AUT 199 Supervised Study in Automotive

    1-5 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    May be repeated for credit.

    Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor. Variable hours.
  
  • AUT 215 Emissions Systems Diagnosis and Repair

    2 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    This course is a prerequisite for AUT 216 .

    Presents logical diagnostic paths to identify vehicle HC-CO failure areas. Teaches a progression of failure detection from most likely to more complex causes. Emphasizes use of infrared analyzer and manufacturer’s specified adjustments. Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 216 High Efficiency Fuel Systems

    5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AUT 215  and AUT 241   Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Industry Credential Opportunities:

    • Advanced Diagnostics
    • Shop Key Pro Level 2


    Presents a study of high efficiency fuel systems and related emission control systems. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 7 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 235 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning

    3 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Studies separate and combined automotive heaters and air conditioners including direct and vacuum operated controls, basic principles of refrigeration, adjustment, general servicing, and charging of air conditioning systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 241 Automotive Electricity I

    4 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Industry Credential Opportunities:

    • 504 Meter Certification
    • 525 Meter Certification
    • 596 Meter Certification
    • Battery Charging
    • Battery Maintenance
    • Battery Starting and Charging


    This course is a prerequisite to AUT 242  and AUT 216 .

    Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 242 Automotive Electricity II

    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): AUT 241   Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 251 Automatic Transmissions

    4 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Studies several types of automatic transmissions, torque converters, and their principles of operation. Includes adjustment, maintenance, and rebuilding. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 265 Automotive Braking Systems

    4 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Industry Credential Opportunity:

    • Pro Cut On Car Brake Lathe


    Presents operation, design, construction, repair and servicing of braking system. Explains uses of tools and test equipment, evaluation of test results, estimation of repair cost for power, standard and disc brakes. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
  
  • AUT 266 Auto Alignment, Suspension and Steering

    4 credit(s)
    Pre- or co-requisite(s): AUT 101  or consent of instructor.
    Introduces use of alignment equipment in diagnosing, adjusting, and repairing front and rear suspensions. Deals with repair and servicing of power and standard steering systems. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.

Aviation

  
  • ARO 121 Private Pilot Ground School

    3 credit(s)
    Prepares students for the FAA examination for private pilot rating.

    Presents the fundamental principles of flight including theory of flight, aircraft standards and specifications, basic aircraft construction, weight and balance, navigation, meteorology, principles of radio communication and application of aero physics. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Biology

  
  • BIO 101 General Biology I

    4 credit(s)


    Prerequisite(s): Readiness to enroll in ENG 111  plus completion of developmental math unit 3 required or placement in unit 4 or above.
    Focuses on biological processes with a chemical foundation, including macromolecules, cellular structure, metabolism, and genetics in an evolutionary context. Explores the core concepts of evolution; structure and function; information flow, storage and exchange; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems biology. Emphasizes the process of science, interdisciplinary approach, and relevance of biology to society. Part I of a two-course sequence. Assignments require college-level reading fluency, coherent written communication, and basic mathematical skills.

    This is a Passport Transfer course. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

 

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