Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Catalog ARCHIVED PUBLICATION

Course Notation & Descriptions


Course Notations

Curriculum courses are designated by a three-letter prefix denoting the subject area, such as BIO (Biology), EDU (Education), or HPT (Historic Preservation). A three-digit course number follows the prefix. A one or two letter identifier may also be included as a suffix to signify a lab or a split class, respectively. Course numbers that begin with zero denote supplemental courses.

A series of numbers following the title of the class specifies contact hours and credit hours. Contact hours consist of a combination of lecture, lab, and clinical/work experience. Credit hours are those awarded for successful completion of the course. Some course descriptions list requisites. A student must take a prerequisite course before another class. A student must take a corequisite course either before or at the same time as another course.

Some classes have an italicized statement following the course description indicating that the course is designed to meet the requirements for transfer to a four-year institution under an articulation agreement.


Course Descriptions

 

Academic Related

  
  • ACA 090 - Student Success Strategies

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course is intended to provide students with skills and strategies to promote success in college, career, and life. Topics include the College’s physical, academic, and social environment, promotes personal development, and cultivates learning strategies essential for student success. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to meet educational and life goals.
  
  • ACA 111 - College Student Success

    Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the college’s physical, academic, and social environment and promotes the personal development essential for success. Topics include campus facilities and resources; policies, procedures, and programs; study skills; and life management issues such as health, self-esteem, motivation, goal-setting, diversity, and communication. Upon completion, students should be able to function effectively within the college environment to meet their educational objectives.
  
  • ACA 122 - College Transfer Success

    Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides information and strategies necessary to develop clear academic and professional goals beyond the community college experience. Topics include the CAA, college policies and culture, career exploration, gathering information on senior institutions, strategic planning, critical thinking, and communications skills for a successful academic transition. Upon completion, students should be able to develop an academic plan to transition successfully to senior institutions.

Accounting

  
  • ACC 120 - Principles of Financial Accounting

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: DMA 010  , DMA 020  , & DMA 030  
    This course introduces business decision-making using accounting information systems. Emphasis is placed on analyzing, summarizing, reporting, and interpreting financial information. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare financial statements, understand the role of financial information in decision-making and address ethical considerations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • ACC 121 - Prin of Managerial Acct

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: ACC 120 
    This course includes a greater emphasis on managerial and cost accounting skills. Emphasis is placed on managerial accounting concepts for external and internal analysis, reporting and decision-making. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret transactions relating to managerial concepts including product-costing systems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • ACC 122 - Prin of Financial Acct II

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: ACC 120 
    This course provides additional instruction in the financial accounting concepts and procedures introduced in ACC 120 . Emphasis is placed on the analysis of specific balance sheet accounts, with in-depth instruction of the accounting principles applied to these accounts. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, prepare journal entries, and prepare reports in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  
  • ACC 131 - Federal Income Taxes

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides an overview of federal income taxes for individuals, partnerships, and corporations. Topics include tax law, electronic research and methodologies and the use of technology for the preparation of individual and business tax returns. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze basic tax scenarios, research applicable tax laws, and complete federal tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
  
  • ACC 140 - Payroll Accounting

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: ACC-115 or ACC 120 
    This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to wages, payroll taxes, payroll tax forms, and journal and general ledger transactions. Emphasis is placed on computing wages; calculating social security, income, and unemployment taxes; preparing appropriate payroll tax forms; and journalizing/posting transactions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, make appropriate computations, complete forms, and prepare accounting entries using appropriate technology.
  
  • ACC 149 - Intro to Acct Spreadsheets

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: ACC-115 or ACC 120 
    This course provides a working knowledge of computer spreadsheets and their use in accounting. Topics include pre-programmed problems, model-building problems, beginning-level macros, graphics, and what-if analysis enhancements of template problems. Upon completion, students should be able to use a computer spreadsheet to complete many of the tasks required in accounting.
  
  • ACC 150 - Acct Software Applications

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: ACC-115 or ACC 120 
    This course introduces microcomputer applications related to accounting systems. Topics include general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, payroll, and correcting, adjusting, and closing entries. Upon completion, students should be able to use a computer accounting package to solve accounting problems.
  
  • ACC 151 - Acct Spreadsheet Applications

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: ACC 149 
    This course is designed to facilitate the use of spreadsheet technology as applied to accounting principles. Emphasis is placed on using spreadsheet software as a problem-solving and decision-making tool. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display an analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.
  
  • ACC 152 - Adv Software Applications

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: ACC 150 
    This course provides continued exposure to commercial accounting software and the opportunity to refine skills developed in ACC 150. Emphasis is placed on advanced applications of software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to use commercial software to complete complex accounting tasks.
  
  • ACC 180 - Practices in Bookkeeping

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: ACC 120 
    This course provides advanced instruction in bookkeeping and record-keeping functions. Emphasis is placed on mastering adjusting entries, correction of errors, depreciation, payroll, and inventory. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct all key bookkeeping functions for small business.
  
  • ACC 210 - Enterprise Risk Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Take ACC 120  
    This course introduces enterprise risk management as it applies to accounting and finance. Topics include risk recognition, assessment, risk analysis, internal controls, and risk management plans. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the daily managerial and organizational requirements of enterprise risk management in written and oral format.
  
  • ACC 220 - Intermediate Accounting I

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: ACC 120 
    This course is a continuation of the study of accounting principles with in-depth coverage of theoretical concepts and financial statements. Topics include generally accepted accounting principles and extensive analysis of balance sheet components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the conceptual framework underlying financial accounting, including the application of financial standards.
  
  • ACC 240 - Govt & Not-for-Profit Acct

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: ACC 121 
    This course introduces principles and procedures applicable to governmental and not-for-profit organizations. Emphasis is placed on various budgetary accounting procedures and fund accounting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display an analytical problem-solving ability for the topics covered.
  
  • ACC 269 - Audit & Assurance Services

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: ACC 220 
    This course introduces selected topics pertaining to the objectives, theory and practices in engagements providing auditing and other assurance services. Topics will include planning, conducting and reporting, with emphasis on the related professional ethics and standards. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the types of professional services, the related professional standards, and engagement methodology.

Agriculture

  
  • AGR 111 - Basic Farm Maintenance

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers the fundamentals of maintenance and repair of farm facilities and equipment. Topics include safe use of hand tools and farm machinery, carpentry, concrete, painting, wiring, welding, plumbing, and calculating costs and materials needed. Upon completion, students should be able to answer theoretical questions on topics covered and assist with the maintenance and repair of farm facilities and equipment.
  
  • AGR 139 - Intro to Sustainable Agriculture

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course will provide students with a clear perspective on the principles, history and practices of sustainable agriculture in our local and global communities. Students will be introduced to the economic, environmental and social impacts of agriculture. Upon completion, students will be able to identify the principles of sustainable agriculture as they relate to basic production practices.
  
  • AGR 140 - Agricultural Chemicals

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers all aspects of agricultural chemicals. Topics include safety, environmental effects, federal and state laws, pesticide classification, sprayer calibration, and licensing. Upon completion, students should be able to calibrate a sprayer, give proper pesticide recommendations (using integrated pest management), and demonstrate safe handling of pesticides.
  
  • AGR 170 - Soil Science

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers the basic principles of soil management and fertilization. Topics include liming, fertilization, soil management, biological properties of soil (including beneficial microorganisms), sustainable land care practices and the impact on soils, and plant nutrients. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices.
  
  • AGR 212 - Farm Business Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces budgeting, farm analysis, production costs, business organizations, and general management principles. Topics include enterprise budgets, partial budgets, whole-farm budgets, income analysis, and business organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and analyze a farm budget.
  
  • AGR 213 - Agriculture Law & Finance

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers the basic laws and financial aspects affecting agriculture. Topics include environmental laws, labor laws, contractual business operations, assets, liabilities, net worth, and funding sources. Upon completion, students should be able to complete loan application procedures and explain basic laws affecting the agricultural industry.
  
  • AGR 214 - Agricultural Marketing

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers basic marketing principles for agricultural products. Topics include buying, selling, processing, standardizing, grading, storing, and marketing of agricultural commodities. Upon completion, students should be able to construct a marketing plan for an agricultural product.
  
  • AGR 220 - Ag Mechanization

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course is a study of farm machinery and agricultural equipment. Topics include the selection and operation of tractors, materials handling equipment, tillage and harvesting equipment, and irrigation systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify equipment parts and explain the basic principles of machinery operation and management.
  
  • AGR 261 - Agronomy

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course provides a basic introduction to field and forage crops. Topics include forage crops, field crops, seed selection, fertility management, field preparation, harvesting, and storage. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of forage and field crop production practices.

Air Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration

  
  • AHR 110 - Intro to Refrigeration

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the basic refrigeration process used in mechanical refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Topics include terminology, safety, and identification and function of components; refrigeration cycle; and tools and instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify refrigeration systems and components, explain the refrigeration process, and use the tools and instrumentation of the trade.
  
  • AHR 111 - HVACR Electricity

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces electricity as it applies to HVACR equipment. Emphasis is placed on power sources, interaction of electrical components, wiring of simple circuits, and the use of electrical test equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate good wiring practices and the ability to read simple wiring diagrams.
  
  • AHR 160 - Refrigerant Certification

    Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the requirements for the EPA certification examinations. Topics include small appliances, high pressure systems, and low pressure systems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of refrigerants and be prepared for the EPA certification examinations.

Animal Care and Management

  
  • ACM 111 - Health Care for Animals

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the basic techniques of routine health care and emergency medical care of animals. Topics include handling of sick and injured animals, recognition of symptoms, and general health care concerns for animals. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic techniques of routine health care and discuss the health needs and problems of a variety of animals.

Animal Science

  
  • ANS 110 - Animal Science

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the livestock industry. Topics include nutrition, reproduction, production practices, diseases, meat processing, sustainable livestock production, and marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of livestock production practices and the economic impact of livestock locally, regionally, state-wide, and internationally.
  
  • ANS 115 - Animal Feeds & Nutrition

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers the fundamentals of animal feeding and nutrition. Topics include nutrient requirements, digestion, feed formulation, and classification. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of nutritional requirements and feeding practices of farm animals.
  
  • ANS 150 - Animal Health Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces animal diseases and health management. Topics include identification, prevention, management (including integrated pest management), and treatment of diseases. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize disease symptoms, recommend treatments, identify preventive steps, and develop biosecurity procedures.
  
  • ANS 160 - Animal Waste Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces proper animal waste management. Emphasis is placed on waste management practices, environmental laws and issues relating to animal waste, soil and water conservation, and dead animal disposal. Upon completion, students should be able to calculate proper application rates, apply best management practices, and identify methods of animal waste collection, storage, and utilization.

Art

  
  • ART 111 - Art Appreciation

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms, including but not limited to, sculpture, paintaing, and architecture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artisitc styles, periods, and media. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
  
  • ART 131 - Drawing I

    Class: 0 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the language of drawing and the use of various drawing materials. Emphasis is placed on drawing techniques, media, and graphic principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the use of graphic form and various drawing processes.
  
  • ART 132 - Drawing II

    Class: 0 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: ART 131 
    This course continues instruction in the language of drawing and the use of various materials. Emphasis is placed on experimentation in the use of drawing techniques, media, and graphic materials. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased competence in the expressive use of graphic form and techniques.

Astronomy

  
  • AST 111 - Descriptive Astronomy

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    Corequisite: AST 111A 
    This course introduces an overall view of modern astronomy. Topics include an overview of the solar system, the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • AST 111A - Descriptive Astronomy Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Corequisite: AST 111 
    The course is a laboratory to accompany AST 111 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 111  and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the universe around them. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • AST 151 - General Astronomy I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    This course introduces the science of modern astronomy with a concentration on the solar system. Emphasis is placed on the history and physics of astronomy and an introduction to the solar system, including the planets, comets, and meteors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general understanding of the solar system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • AST 151A - General Astronomy I Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Corequisite: AST 151 
    The course is a laboratory to accompany AST 151 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 151  and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general understanding of the solar system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • AST 152 - General Astronomy II

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: AST 151 
    This course is a continuation of AST 151  with primary emphasis beyond the solar system. Topics include the sun, stars, galaxies, and the larger universe, including cosmology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of astronomy. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • AST 152A - General Astronomy II Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Prerequisite: AST 151 
    Corequisite: AST 152 
    The course is a laboratory to accompany AST 152 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which enhance the materials presented in AST 152  and which provide practical experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of astronomy. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.

Automation Training

  
  • ATR 111 - Automated Systems

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces automation in today’s industrial environment and provides an overview of the many different elements which form an automation system. Topics include hydraulics/pneumatics, sensors/transducers, electronic motor controls, input/output interfaces between PLCs/sensors/transducers, and analysis of malfunctions based on measurements, physical symptoms, operating history, and observations. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the operation of various elements in an automation system.
  
  • ATR 212 - Industrial Robots

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the operation of industrial robots. Topics include the classification of robots, activators, grippers, work envelopes, computer interfaces, overlapping work envelopes, installation, and programming. Upon completion, students should be able to install, program, and troubleshoot industrial robots.
  
  • ATR 218 - Work Cell Integration

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces high technology systems which are currently being used in new automated manufacturing facilities. Topics include integration of robots and work cell components, switches, proxes, vision, and photoelectric sensors, with the automated control and data gathering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to install, program, and troubleshoot an automated manufacturing cell and its associated data communications systems.
  
  • ATR 281 - Automated Manufacturing

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the concepts and principles of automation in the manufacturing environment. Emphasis is placed on the devices used in hard and flexible automated systems, including the study of inputs, outputs, and control system integration. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, design, and implement automation to support manufacturing processes.

Automotive

  
  • AUT 113 - Automotive Servicing 1

    Class: 0 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course is a lab used as an alternative to co-op placement. Emphasis is placed on shop operations, troubleshooting, testing, adjusting, repairing, and replacing components using appropriate test equipment and service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform a variety of automotive repairs using proper service procedures and to operate appropriate equipment.
  
  • AUT 116 - Engine Repair

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems. Topics include fundamental operating principles of engines and diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic diagnosis, measurement, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures, and service information.
  
  • AUT 116A - Engine Repair Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Corequisite:  AUT 116  
    This course is an optional lab to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours. Topics include diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic diagnosis, measurement and repair of automotive engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures, and service information.
  
  • AUT 123 - Powertrain Diag & Service

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the diagnosis, repair, and service of the vehicle powertrain and related systems. Topics include fundamental operating principles of engines and transmissions and use of proper service procedures for diagnosis, service, and removal and replacement of major components. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic service and diagnosis of the powertrain and related systems, and to perform in vehicle repairs and remove and replace components.
  
  • AUT 141 - Suspension & Steering Sys

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers principles of operation, types, and diagnosis/repair of suspension and steering systems to include steering geometry. Topics include manual and power steering systems and standard and electronically controlled suspension and steering systems. Upon completion, students should be able to service and repair steering and suspension components, check and adjust alignment angles, repair tires, and balance wheels.
  
  • AUT 151 - Brake Systems

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers principles of operation and types, diagnosis, service, and repair of brake systems. Topics include drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum boost, hydra-boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock and parking brake systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, service, and repair various automotive braking systems.
  
  • AUT 181 - Engine Performance 1

    Class: 2 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the introduction, theory of operation, and basic diagnostic procedures required to restore engine performance to vehicles equipped with complex engine control systems. Topics include an overview of engine operation, ignition components and systems, fuel delivery, injection components and systems and emission control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to describe operation and diagnose/repair basic ignition, fuel and emission related drivability problems using appropriate test equipment/service information.
  
  • AUT 183 - Engine Performance 2

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: AUT 181 
    This course covers study of the electronic engine control systems, the diagnostic process used to locate engine performance concerns, and procedures used to restore normal operation. Topics will include currently used fuels and fuel systems, exhaust gas analysis, emission control components and systems, OBD II (on-board diagnostics) and inter-related electrical/electronic systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and repair complex engine performance concerns using appropriate test equipment and service information.

Automotive Body Repair

  
  • AUB 111 - Painting & Refinishing I

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the proper procedures for using automotive refinishing equipment and materials in surface preparation and application. Topics include federal, state, and local regulations, personal safety, refinishing equipment and materials, surface preparation, masking, application techniques, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and use proper equipment and materials in refinishing following accepted industry standards.
  
  • AUB 112 - Painting & Refinishing II

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: AUB 111 
    This course covers advanced painting techniques and technologies with an emphasis on identifying problems encountered by the refinishing technician. Topics include materials application, color matching, correction of refinishing problems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to perform spot, panel, and overall refinishing repairs and identify and correct refinish problems.
  
  • AUB 114 - Special Finishes

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: AUB 111 
    This course introduces multistage finishes, custom painting, and protective coatings. Topics include base coats, advanced intermediate coats, clear coats, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and apply specialized finishes based on accepted industry standards.
  
  • AUB 121 - Non-Structural Damage I

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces safety, tools, and the basic fundamentals of body repair. Topics include shop safety, damage analysis, tools and equipment, repair techniques, materials selection, materials usage, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and repair minor direct and indirect damage including removal/repairing/ replacing of body panels to accepted standards.
  
  • AUB 122 - Non-Structural Damage II

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers safety, tools, and advanced body repair. Topics include shop safety, damage analysis, tools and equipment, advanced repair techniques, materials selection, materials usage, movable glass, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and repair or replace direct and indirect damage to accepted standards including movable glass and hardware.
  
  • AUB 131 - Structural Damage I

    Class: 2 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces safety, equipment, structural damage analysis, and damage repairs. Topics include shop safety, design and construction, structural analysis and measurement, equipment, structural glass, repair techniques, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and perform repairs to a vehicle which has received light/moderate structural damage.
  
  • AUB 132 - Structural Damage II

    Class: 2 Lab: 6 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: AUB 131 
    This course provides an in-depth study of structural damage analysis and repairs to vehicles that have received moderate to heavy structural damage. Topics include shop safety, structural analysis, and measurement, equipment, structural glass, advanced repair techniques, structural component replacement and alignment, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and perform repairs according to industry standards.
  
  • AUB 136 - Plastics & Adhesives

    Class: 1 Lab: 4 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    This course covers safety, plastic and adhesive identification, and the various repair methods of automotive plastic components. Topics include safety, identification, preparation, material selection, and the various repair procedures including refinishing. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, remove, repair, and/or replace automotive plastic components in accordance with industry standards.
  
  • AUB 141 - Mech & Elec Components I

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers the basic principles of automotive mechanical and electrical components. Topics include personal and environmental safety and suspension and steering, electrical, brake, heating and air-conditioning, cooling, drive train, and restraint systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify system components and perform basic system diagnostic checks and/or repairs according to industry standards.
  
  • AUB 150 - Automotive Detailing

    Class: 1 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the methods and procedures used in automotive detailing facilities. Topics include safety, engine, interior, and trunk compartment detailing, buffing/polishing exterior surfaces, and cleaning and reconditioning exterior trim, fabrics, and surfaces. Upon completion, students should be able to improve the overall appearance of a vehicle.

Banking and Finance

  
  • BAF 143 - Financial Planning

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course covers the perspectives, principles, and practices of financial planning. Topics include investment, retirement, tax, and estate planning. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the process that looks at a customer’s financial picture and recommend strategies to achieve the customer’s objectives.

Barbering

  
  • BAR 111 - Barbering Concepts I

    Class: 4 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisite: BAR 112 
    This course introduces basic barbering concepts and includes careers in barber styling and various hair treatments. Emphasis is placed on sanitizing equipment, professional ethics, skin, scalp and hair disorders and treatment and safe work practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply barbering concepts in the shop setting.
  
  • BAR 112 - Barbering Clinic I

    Class: 0 Lab: 24 Clinical: 0 Credit: 8
    Corequisite: BAR 111 
    This course introduces basic clinic services. Topics include a study of sanitizing procedures for implements and equipment, determination of hair texture, hair cutting, and hair processing. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate shop services.
  
  • BAR 113 - Barbering Concepts II

    Class: 4 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisite: BAR 114 
    This course covers more comprehensive barbering concepts. Topics include safety and sanitation, product knowledge as well as both wet and thermal hairstyling. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these barbering concepts in the shop setting.
  
  • BAR 114 - Barbering Clinic II

    Class: 0 Lab: 24 Clinical: 0 Credit: 8
    Corequisite: BAR 113 
    This course provides experience in a simulated shop setting. Topics include draping, shampooing, hair cutting, and hair drying as well as chemical processing. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these barbering concepts in the shop setting.
  
  • BAR 115 - Barbering Concepts III

    Class: 4 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisite: BAR 116 
    This course covers more comprehensive barbering concepts. Topics include hair processing as well as finger waving, wet and thermal hairstyling, skin care, including electricity/light therapy, and manicuring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these barbering concepts in the shop setting.
  
  • BAR 116 - Barbering Clinic III

    Class: 0 Lab: 12 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisite: BAR 115 
    This course covers more comprehensive barbering concepts. Emphasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care manicuring, scalp treatments, hair design, chemical restructuring, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these barbering concepts in the shop setting.
  
  • BAR 117 - Barbering Concepts IV

    Class: 2 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Corequisite: BAR 118 
    This course covers advanced barbering concepts. Topics include hair color, advanced hair cutting techniques, hair styling, shaving, skin care, retailing, and preparing for a job interview. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these barbering concepts and meet program completion requirements.
  
  • BAR 118 - Barbering Clinic IV

    Class: 0 Lab: 21 Clinical: 0 Credit: 7
    Corequisite: BAR 117 
    This course provides advanced experience in a simulated shop setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all shop services in preparation for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas covered on the Barbering Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements.

Biology

  
  • BIO 094 - Concepts of Human Biology

    Class: 3 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Corequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    This course focuses on fundamental concepts of human biology. Topics include terminology, biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, body systems, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate preparedness for college-level anatomy and physiology courses.
  
  • BIO 106 - Intro to Anat/Phys/Micro

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    This course covers the fundamental and principle concepts of human anatomy and physiology and microbiology. Topics include an introduction to the structure and function of cells, tissues, and human organ systems, and an overview of microbiology, epidemiology, and control of microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to identify structures and functions of the human body and describe microorganisms and their significance in health and disease.
  
  • BIO 110 - Principles of Biology

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, taxonomy, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of biology as it applies to everyday life. Under the CAA & ICAA, this course satisfies the general education Natural Science requirement for the AA and AFA degrees. It does not satisfy the general education Natural Science requirement for the AS degree.
  
  • BIO 111 - General Biology I

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, classification, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • BIO 112 - General Biology II

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: BIO 111 , ENG-090, and RED-090 Set 2: BIO 111  and ENG-095 Set 3: BIO 111  and DRE 098  Set 4: BIO 111  and DRE 099 
    This course is a continuation of BIO 111 . Emphasis is placed on organisms, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • BIO 140 - Environmental Biology

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    Corequisite: BIO 140A 
    This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • BIO 140A - Environmental Biology Lab

    Class: 0 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 1
    Corequisite: BIO 140 
    This course provides a laboratory component to complement BIO 140 . Emphasis is placed on laboratory and field experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
  
  • BIO 155 - Nutrition

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the biochemistry of foods and nutrients with consideration of the physiological effects of specialized diets for specific biological needs. Topics include cultural, religious, and economic factors that influence a person’s acceptance of food, as well as nutrient requirements of the various life stages. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the functions and sources of nutrients, the mechanisms of digestion, and the nutritional requirements of all age groups. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology

    Class: 4 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 5
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: ENG-090 and RED-090 Set 2: ENG-095 Set 3: DRE 098  Set 4: DRE 099 
    This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BIO 168 - Anatomy & Physiology I

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisites: Take One Set: Set 1: BIO 094 , ENG-090, and RED-090 Set 2: BIO 094  and ENG-095 Set 3: BIO 094  and DRE 098  Set 4: BIO 094  and DRE 099 
    This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BIO 169 - Anatomy & Physiology II

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Prerequisite: BIO 168 
    This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BIO 175 - General Microbiology

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: BIO 110 , BIO 111 , BIO 163 , BIO-165, or BIO 168 
    This course covers principles of microbiology with emphasis on microorganisms and human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical microbiology, identification, and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of microorganisms and the disease process as well as aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BIO 176 - Adv General Microbiology

    Class: 1 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 2
    Prerequisite: BIO 175 
    This course is a continuation of BIO 175 . Emphasis is placed on microbial metabolism, genetics, and environmental and food microbiology. Upon completion, students should be able to identify unknown microbes and demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of molecular biology and microbial ecology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BIO 275 - Microbiology

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    Take One: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, BIO 165, or BIO 168
    This course covers principles of microbiology and the impact these organisms have on man and the environment. Topics include the various groups of microorganisms, their structure, physiology, genetics, microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected practical applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, and identification of microorganisms.

Biotechnology

  
  • BTC 181 - Basic Lab Techniques

    Class: 3 Lab: 3 Clinical: 0 Credit: 4
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course introduces the basic skills and knowledge necessary in a biological or chemical laboratory. Emphasis is placed on good manufacturing practices, safety, sustainable lab practices, solution preparation, and equipment operation and maintenance following standard operating procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and perform basic laboratory procedures using labware, solutions, and equipment according to prescribed protocols.
  
  • BTC 250 - Principles of Genetics

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Take BIO 111  
    This course covers the basic principles of genetics. Topics include Mendelian inheritance, gene mapping, molecular genetics, regulation of gene expression, population genetics, quantitative genetics, and the genetics of cancer. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of genetics and the principles of heredity.

Blueprint Reading

  
  • BPR 130 - Print Reading/Construction

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course covers the interpretation of prints and specifications that are associated with design and construction projects. Topics include interpretation of documents for foundations, floor plans, elevations, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret construction prints and documents.

Business

  
  • BUS 110 - Introduction to Business

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BUS 115 - Business Law I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the ethics and legal framework of business. Emphasis is placed on contracts, negotiable instruments, Uniform Commercial Code, and the working of the court systems. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision-making situations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BUS 116 - Business Law II

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisite: BUS 115 
    This course continues the study of ethics and business law. Emphasis is placed on bailments, sales, risk-bearing, forms of business ownership, and copyrights. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical issues and laws covered to selected business decision-making situations.
  
  • BUS 121 - Business Math

    Class: 2 Lab: 2 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    Prerequisites: DMA-010, DMA-020, & DMA-030
    This course covers fundamental mathematical operations and their application to business problems. Topics include payroll, pricing, interest and discount, commission, taxes, and other pertinent uses of mathematics in the field of business. Upon completion, students should be able to apply mathematical concepts to business.
  
  • BUS 125 - Personal Finance

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course provides a study of individual and family financial decisions. Emphasis is placed on building useful skills in buying, managing finances, increasing resources, and coping with current economic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a personal financial plan.
  
  • BUS 135 - Principles of Supervision

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the basic responsibilities and duties of the supervisor and his/her relationship to higher-level supervisors, subordinates, and associates. Emphasis is placed on effective utilization of the work force and understanding the role of the supervisor. Upon completion, students should be able to apply supervisory principles in the work place.
  
  • BUS 137 - Principles of Management

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA & ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
  
  • BUS 139 - Entrepreneurship I

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Co Requisites
    This course provides an introduction to the principles of entrepreneurship. Topics include self-analysis of entrepreneurship readiness, the role of entrepreneur in economic development, legal problems, organizational structure, sources of financing, budgeting, and cash flow. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the entrepreneurial process and issues faced by entrepreneurs.
  
  • BUS 151 - People Skills

    Class: 3 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Credit: 3
    No Pre/Corequisites
    This course introduces the basic concepts of identity and communication in the business setting. Topics include self-concept, values, communication styles, feelings and emotions, roles versus relationships, and basic assertiveness, listening, and conflict resolution. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between unhealthy, self-destructive, communication patterns and healthy, non-destructive, positive communication patterns.
 

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