# Nash Community College — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-21T14:13:33.127Z from a crawl of nashcc.edu. 610 records (76 programs · 534 courses · 0 resource pages). # ELECTRIC LINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE – C35230A ADVANCED **Certificate** ## Courses - ELT 111 — Intro. to Electric Line Construction - ELT 112 — National Electrical Safety Code - ELT 114 — Overhead Line Construction I - ELT 115 — Overhead Line Construction II - ELT 116 — Overhead Line Construction III - ELT 117 — Overhead Line Construction IV - ELT 211 — Underground Line Construction I - ELT 212 — Underground Line Construction II Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRIC LINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE – C35230B THIRD CLASS **Certificate** ## Courses - ELC 111 — Introduction to Electricity - ELC 126 — Electrical Computations - ELT 111 — Intro. to Electric Line Construction - ELT 111A — Intro. to Electric Line Construction Lab - ELT 114 — Overhead Line Construction I - ELT 211 — Underground Line Construction I - HEA 112 — First Aid and CPR 1 2 0 0 2 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY – A35130 This curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, applications of the National Electric Code, and other subjects as local needs require. Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in the electrical field as an on-the-job trainee or apprentice assisting in the layout, installation, and maint… ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - ATR 280 — Robotic Fundamentals - ATR 281 — Automated Manufacturing - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I - ELC 115 — Industrial Wiring - ELC 117 — Motors and Controls - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELC 213 — Instrumentation - ELC 228 — PLC Applications - ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I - ELN 235 — Data Communication Systems - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - HYD 110 — Hydraulics/Pneumatics I - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - PCI 264 — Process Control with PLCs Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA – D35130 **Diploma** ## Courses - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I - ELC 115 — Industrial Wiring - ELC 117 — Motors and Controls - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELC 213 — Instrumentation - ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - ELECTRICAL WIRING CERTIFICATE – C35130A **Certificate** ## Courses - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I - ELC 115 — Industrial Wiring - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - ELECTRICAL CONTROLS CERTIFICATE – C35130B **Certificate** ## Courses - ELC 117 — Motors and Controls - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - PLC CONTROLS CERTIFICATE – C35130C **Certificate** ## Courses - ELC 228 — PLC Applications - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - PCI 264 — Process Control with PLCs Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS CERTIFICATE – C35130D **Certificate** ## Courses - ATR 280 — Robotic Fundamentals - ATR 281 — Automated Manufacturing - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - INSTRUMENTATION CERTIFICATE – C35130E **Certificate** ## Courses - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELC 213 — Instrumentation - ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – A40200 A course of study that prepares the students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems, and power electronic systems. Includes instruction in mathematics, basic electricity, solid-state fundamentals, digital concepts, and microprocessors or programmable logic controllers. Graduates should qualify for employment as electronics engineer… ## Courses - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 228 — PLC Applications - ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I - ELN 133 — Digital Electronics - ELN 232 — Introduction to Microprocessors - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 114 — Professional Research and Reporting - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA **Diploma** ## Courses - ATR 280 — Robotic Fundamentals - CET 111 — Computer Upgrade/Repair I - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELC 228 — PLC Applications - ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I - ELN 133 — Digital Electronics - ELN 232 — Introduction to Microprocessors - ELN 235 — Data Communication Systems - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY - BASIC ELECTRONICS CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I - ELN 133 — Digital Electronics Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT The Emergency Preparedness Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation of technical and professional knowledge needed for emergency services delivery in local and state government agencies. Study involves both management and technical aspects of law enforcement, fire protection, emergency medical services, and emergency planning. ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 114 — Professional Research and Reporting - EPT 120 — Sociology of Disaster 3 - EPT 130 — Mitigation and Preparedness 3 - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - EPT 150 — Incident Management 3 - EPT 210 — Response & Recovery 3 0 0 0 3 - EPT 220 — Terrorism and Emergency Management - EPT 275 — Emergency Operations Center Management - FIP 120 — Introduction to Fire Protection 3 - FIP 124 — Fire Protection & Public Ed. 3 - FIP 132 — Building Construction 3 - FIP 136 — Inspection and Codes 3 - FIP 152 — Fire Protection Law 3 - FIP 176 — HazMat: Operations 4 - FIP 220 — Fire Fighting Strategies 3 - FIP 228 — Local Government Finance - FIP 240 — Fire Service Supervision - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE EM ESSENTIALS **Certificate** ## Courses - EPT 120 — Sociology of Disaster 3 - EPT 130 — Mitigation and Preparedness 3 - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - EPT 210 — Response & Recovery 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE FIRE MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION **Certificate** ## Courses - EPT 120 — Sociology of Disaster 3 - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - FIP 120 — Introduction to Fire Protection 3 - FIP 124 — Fire Protection & Public Ed. 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE BUSINESS CONCENTRATION **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - FIP 228 — Local Government Finance - FIP 240 — Fire Service Supervision Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE EM AND FIRE BASICS **Certificate** ## Courses - EPT 120 — Sociology of Disaster 3 - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - FIP 120 — Introduction to Fire Protection 3 - FIP 124 — Fire Protection & Public Ed. 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE EM/CRITICAL RESPONCE OPERATIONS/MCO **Certificate** ## Courses - EPT 130 — Mitigation and Preparedness 3 - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - EPT 150 — Incident Management 3 - EPT 210 — Response & Recovery 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCE The Emergency Medical Science curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge, skills, and attributes to provide advanced emergency medical care as a paramedic for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system and prepares graduates to enter the workforce. ## Courses - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - COM 231 — Public Speaking - EMS 110 — Emergency Medical Technical 6 - EMS 122 — EMS Practicum I - EMS 130 — Pharmacology - EMS 131 — Advanced Airway Management 1 - EMS 160 — Cardiology I - EMS 220 — Cardiology II 2 - EMS 221 — EMS Clinical Practicum II - EMS 231 — EMS Clinical Practicum III - EMS 240 — Patients with Special Challenges - EMS 241 — EMS Clinical Practicum IV - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # FIRE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY – A55240 The Fire Protection Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in the technical, managerial, and leadership areas necessary for advancement within the fire protection community and related firefighting industries, and to provide currently employed firefighters with knowledge and skills often required for promotional consideration. Course work includes diverse fire protection subject areas, including fire prevention and safety, public education, building construction, fire ground strategies and tactics, and local government finance and laws, as they apply t… ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 114 — Professional Research and Reporting - EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 - EPT 150 — Incident Management 3 - FIP 120 — Introduction to Fire Protection 3 - FIP 124 — Fire Protection & Public Ed. 3 - FIP 128 — Detection & Investigation 3 - FIP 132 — Building Construction 3 - FIP 136 — Inspection and Codes 3 - FIP 152 — Fire Protection Law 3 - FIP 176 — HazMat: Operations 4 - FIP 220 — Fire Fighting Strategies 3 - FIP 228 — Local Government Finance - FIP 240 — Fire Service Supervision - FIP 248 — Fire Services Personnel Admin 3 - FIP 260 — Fire Protection Planning 3 - FIP 276 — Managing Fire Services 3 - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # GRAPHIC DESIGN – A30100 The Graphic Design curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the graphic design profession which emphasizes design, advertising, marketing, and illustration for printed and digital media. Students will be trained in the creative process and application of design principles for advertisements, branding, corporate identity, layouts, typography, visual assets, custom graphics, self-promotional material, and preparation of files for printed and digital distribution. ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - GRD 110 — Typography I - GRD 121 — Drawing Fundamentals I - GRD 131 — Illustration I - GRD 141 — Graphic Design I - GRD 142 — Graphic Design II - GRD 151 — Computer Design Basics 1 4 0 0 3 - GRD 152 — Computer Design Technology - GRD 160 — Photo Fundamentals I - GRD 241 — Graphic Design III - GRD 265 — Digital Print Production - GRD 280 — Portfolio Design - GRD 281 — Design of Advertising - GRD 285 — Client/Media Relations - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I - WEB 111 — Introduction to Web Graphics - WEB 140 — Web Development Tools Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # GRAPHIC DESIGN CERTIFICATE - C30100A **Certificate** ## Courses - GRD 110 — Typography I - GRD 121 — Drawing Fundamentals I - GRD 141 — Graphic Design I - GRD 142 — Graphic Design II - GRD 151 — Computer Design Basics 1 4 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # GRAPHIC DESIGN CERTIFICATE - C30100BH **Certificate** ## Courses - GRD 110 — Typography I - GRD 141 — Graphic Design I - GRD 142 — Graphic Design II - GRD 151 — Computer Design Basics 1 4 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT – D25110 ## Courses - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - CUL 110 — Sanitation and Safety - CUL 135 — Food and Beverage Service - CUL 135A — Food and Beverage Service Lab - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - HRM 110 — Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism - HRM 120 — Front Office Procedures - HRM 130 — Bed and Breakfast Management - HRM 140 — Legal Issues-Hospitality - HRM 210 — Meetings and Event Planning - HRM 220 — Cost Controls 3 0 0 0 3 - HRM 225 — Beverage Management - HRM 240 — Marketing for Hospitality - HRM 245 — Human Resource Mgmt. - Hospitality 3 0 0 0 3 - HRM 280 — Management Problems - Hospitality Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # LODGING MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE – C25110A **Certificate** ## Courses - HRM 110 — Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism - HRM 120 — Front Office Procedures - HRM 140 — Legal Issues-Hospitality - HRM 240 — Marketing for Hospitality - HRM 245 — Human Resource Mgmt. - Hospitality 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE – C25110B **Certificate** ## Courses - CUL 110 — Sanitation and Safety - CUL 135 — Food and Beverage Service - CUL 135A — Food and Beverage Service Lab - HRM 225 — Beverage Management - HRM 240 — Marketing for Hospitality - HRM 245 — Human Resource Mgmt. - Hospitality 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # CATERING MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE – C25110C **Certificate** ## Courses - CUL 110 — Sanitation and Safety - CUL 130 — Menu Design - CUL 135 — Food and Beverage Service - CUL 135A — Food and Beverage Service Lab - CUL 140 — Culinary Skills I - CUL 142 — Fundamentals of Food - HRM 245 — Human Resource Mgmt. - Hospitality 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # BED AND BREAKFAST MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE – C25110D **Certificate** ## Courses - CUL 110 — Sanitation and Safety - CUL 140 — Culinary Skills I - CUL 142 — Fundamentals of Food - HRM 120 — Front Office Procedures - HRM 130 — Bed and Breakfast Management Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # EVENT PLANNING CERTIFICATE – C25110E **Certificate** ## Courses - HRM 140 — Legal Issues-Hospitality - HRM 210 — Meetings and Event Planning - HRM 225 — Beverage Management - HRM 240 — Marketing for Hospitality - HRM 245 — Human Resource Mgmt. - Hospitality 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY – A50240 The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to safely service, maintain, repair, or install equipment. Instruction includes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial systems. ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - AHR 110 — Introduction to Refrigeration - AHR 112 — Heating Technology - ATR 280 — Robotic Fundamentals - BPR 111 — Print Reading - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - DFT 151 — CAD I - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I - ELC 115 — Industrial Wiring - ELC 117 — Motors and Controls - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - HYD 110 — Hydraulics/Pneumatics I - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 - MAC 141 — Machining Applications I - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - MNT 110 — Introduction to Maintenance Procedures - WLD 112 — Basic Welding Processes Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA – D50240 **Diploma** ## Courses - AHR 110 — Introduction to Refrigeration - AHR 112 — Heating Technology - ATR 280 — Robotic Fundamentals - BPR 111 — Print Reading - DFT 151 — CAD I - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 111 — Introduction to Electricity - ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I - ELC 115 — Industrial Wiring - ELC 117 — Motors and Controls - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - HYD 110 — Hydraulics/Pneumatics I - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 - MAC 141 — Machining Applications I - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - MNT 110 — Introduction to Maintenance Procedures - WLD 112 — Basic Welding Processes Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - HVAC CERTIFICATE – C50240A **Certificate** ## Courses - AHR 110 — Introduction to Refrigeration - AHR 112 — Heating Technology - ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I - MNT 110 — Introduction to Maintenance Procedures Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - MACHINING MAINTENANCE CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech - ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I - ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 - MAC 141 — Machining Applications I - MAC 141A — Machining Applications I Lab 0 6 0 0 2 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: INFORMATION SYSTEMS The Information Technology (IT) curriculum prepares graduates for employment in the technology sector as designers, testers, support technicians, system administrators, developers, or programmers who use computer software and\or hardware to design, process, implement and manage information systems in specialties such as database services, security, business intelligence, healthcare informatics and others depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum. ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - BAS 150 — Intro to Analytical Program 2 3 0 0 3 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - CSC 121 — Python Programming - CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 141 — Cloud & Storage Concepts - CTS 115 — Info System Business Concepts - CTS 120 — Hardware/Software Support - CTS 130 — Spreadsheet - CTS 220 — Advanced Hardware/Software Support - CTS 289 — System Support Project - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - DBA 115 — Database Applications - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - NOS 120 — Linux/UNIX Single User - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - NOS 230 — Windows Administration I - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTS 130 — Spreadsheet - DBA 110 — Database Concepts Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # HELPDESK SUPPORT CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 141 — Cloud & Storage Concepts - CTS 120 — Hardware/Software Support - CTS 220 — Advanced Hardware/Software Support - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - NOS 230 — Windows Administration I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # DATA ANALYSIS AND MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - BAS 150 — Intro to Analytical Program 2 3 0 0 3 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - DBA 110 — Database Concepts Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: NETWORK MANAGEMENT ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 141 — Cloud & Storage Concepts - CTI 175 — Intro to Wireless Technology - CTI 240 — Virtualization Admin I - CTS 115 — Info System Business Concepts - CTS 120 — Hardware/Software Support - CTS 220 — Advanced Hardware/Software Support - CTS 289 — System Support Project - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - NET 125 — Introduction to Networks - NET 126 — Routing Basics - NET 225 — Enterprise Networking 1 - NOS 120 — Linux/UNIX Single User - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - NOS 230 — Windows Administration I - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # NETWORK TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 175 — Intro to Wireless Technology - NET 125 — Introduction to Networks - NET 126 — Routing Basics - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - NOS 230 — Windows Administration I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # NETWORK ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 175 — Intro to Wireless Technology - NET 125 — Introduction to Networks - NET 126 — Routing Basics - NET 225 — Enterprise Networking 1 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # VIRTUALIZATION AND CLOUD COMPUTING ## Courses - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 141 — Cloud & Storage Concepts - CTI 240 — Virtualization Admin I - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - NOS 230 — Windows Administration I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES: CYBERSECURITY ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTI 141 — Cloud & Storage Concepts - CTI 240 — Virtualization Admin I - CTS 115 — Info System Business Concepts - CTS 120 — Hardware/Software Support - CTS 289 — System Support Project - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - NET 125 — Introduction to Networks - NET 126 — Routing Basics - NOS 120 — Linux/UNIX Single User - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - NOS 230 — Windows Administration I - SEC 110 — Security Concepts - SEC 150 — Secure Communications - SEC 180 — Info Assurance Principles - SEC 210 — Intrusion Detection - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - SEC 110 — Security Concepts - SEC 150 — Secure Communications - SEC 180 — Info Assurance Principles - SEC 210 — Intrusion Detection Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: GAME AND SIMULATION PROGRAMMING ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation - CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation - CTS 115 — Info System Business Concepts - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - NOS 130 — Windows Single User - SGD 111 — Intro. to Simulation and Game Development - SGD 112 — SGD Design - SGD 113 — SGD Programming I - SGD 116 — Graphic Design Tools - SGD 162 — SG 3D Animation - SGD 165 — SGD Character Development - SGD 174 — SGD Level Design I - SGD 212 — SGD Design II 2 3 0 0 3 - SGD 289 — SGD Project - WEB 125 — Mobile Web Design - WEB 151 — Mobile Application Dev I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # GAME AND SIMULATION PROGRAMMING CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation - SGD 111 — Intro. to Simulation and Game Development - SGD 112 — SGD Design - SGD 116 — Graphic Design Tools - SGD 165 — SGD Character Development - SGD 212 — SGD Design II 2 3 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL ASSISTING The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares multi-skilled health care professionals qualified to perform administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures. Course work includes instruction in scheduling appointments, coding and processing insurance accounts, billing, collections, computer operations; assisting with examinations/treatments, performing routine laboratory procedures, electrocardiography, supervised medication administration; and ethical/legal issues associated with patient care. ## Courses - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MED 110 — Orientation to Medical Assist - MED 130 — Administrative Office Procedures I - MED 131 — Administrative Office Procedures II - MED 140 — Exam Room Procedures I - MED 150 — Laboratory Procedures I - MED 240 — Exam Room Procedures II - MED 260 — MED Clinical Practicum - MED 262 — Clinical Perspectives - MED 270 — Symptomatology - MED 272 — Drug Therapy - MED 274 — Diet Therapy / Nutrition - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 247 — Procedure Coding - OST 248 — Diagnostic Coding - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL ASSISTING DIPLOMA **Diploma** ## Courses - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MED 110 — Orientation to Medical Assist - MED 130 — Administrative Office Procedures I - MED 131 — Administrative Office Procedures II - MED 140 — Exam Room Procedures I - MED 150 — Laboratory Procedures I - MED 260 — MED Clinical Practicum - MED 262 — Clinical Perspectives - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL ASSISTING CERTIFICATE **Certificate** The Medical Assisting Certificate offers an introduction to the career of Medical Assisting. Students can expect to learn the history of medicine, the role of the Medical Assistant in the health care setting, and expected behaviors and communication in the medical environment. ## Courses - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - MED 110 — Orientation to Medical Assist - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PATIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment in medical and other healthcare related offices. ## Courses - BUS 260 — Business Communication - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - OST 122 — Office Computations - OST 136 — Word Processing - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 164 — Office Editing 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 263 — Healthcare Customer Relations - OST 286 — Professional Development - OST 288 — Medical Office Admin Capstone Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE PATIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST - C25310AA **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - OST 122 — Office Computations - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 280 — Electronic Health Records Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE - C25310CH **Certificate** ## Courses - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION – MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING DEGREE A25310B **Degree** ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - OST 122 — Office Computations - OST 132 — Keyboard Skill Building - OST 136 — Word Processing - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 164 — Office Editing 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 247 — Procedure Coding - OST 248 — Diagnostic Coding - OST 249 — Med Coding Certification Prep - OST 260 — Adv Coding Methodologies - OST 264 — Medical Auditing - OST 280 — Electronic Health Records - OST 286 — Professional Development - OST 288 — Medical Office Admin Capstone - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION – MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING CERTIFICATE C25310BA **Certificate** ## Courses - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 247 — Procedure Coding - OST 248 — Diagnostic Coding Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL AUDITOR A25310C ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - OST 132 — Keyboard Skill Building - OST 136 — Word Processing - OST 141 — Med Office Terms I - OST 142 — Med Office Terms II - OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing - OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 164 — Office Editing 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 247 — Procedure Coding - OST 248 — Diagnostic Coding - OST 260 — Adv Coding Methodologies - OST 264 — Medical Auditing - OST 265 — Healthcare Comp & Reg 2 - OST 266 — Adv Medical Auditing 2 - OST 280 — Electronic Health Records - OST 286 — Professional Development - OST 288 — Medical Office Admin Capstone - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # OFFICE MANAGEMENT OFFICE SOFTWARE SPECIALIST - A25370A The Office Management curriculum prepares individuals for positions in administrative support careers. It equips office professionals to respond to the demands of a dynamic computerized workplace. ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - ACC 120 — Principles of Financial Accounting - BUS 137 — Principles of Management - BUS 260 — Business Communication - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - CTS 115 — Info System Business Concepts - CTS 130 — Spreadsheet - DBA 110 — Database Concepts - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - OST 122 — Office Computations - OST 132 — Keyboard Skill Building - OST 134 — Text Entry and Formatting - OST 136 — Word Processing - OST 138 — Office Applications II - OST 164 — Office Editing 3 0 0 0 3 - OST 233 — Office Publications - OST 236 — Advanced Word Processing - OST 286 — Professional Development - OST 289 — Administrative Office Management - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # OFFICE MANAGEMENT OFFICE DOCUMENT SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE – C25370AA **Certificate** ## Courses - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - OST 132 — Keyboard Skill Building - OST 134 — Text Entry and Formatting - OST 136 — Word Processing - OST 164 — Office Editing 3 0 0 0 3 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # Physical Therapist Assistant ## Courses - BIO 168 — Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 169 — Anatomy & Physiology II 3 3 0 0 4 - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - COM 231 — Public Speaking - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - PTA 110 — Introduction to Physical Therapy - PTA 125 — Gross and Functional Anatomy - PTA 135 — Pathology - PTA 145 — Therapeutic Procedures - PTA 155 — PTA Clinical I - PTA 185 — PTA Clinical II - PTA 212 — Health Care/Resources - PTA 215 — Therapeutic Exercise - PTA 222 — Professional Interactions - PTA 225 — Introduction to Rehabilitation - PTA 235 — Neurological Rehabilitation - PTA 245 — PTA Clinical III - PTA 255 — PTA Clinical IV Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA **Diploma** The Practical Nursing curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide nursing care to children and adults. Students will participate in assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care. ## Courses - BIO 168 — Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 169 — Anatomy & Physiology II 3 3 0 0 4 - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - NUR 101 — Practical Nursing I - NUR 102 — Practical Nursing II - NUR 103 — Practical Nursing III Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES/GENERAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION The Social and Human Services curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in institutions and agencies which provide social, community, and educational services. Along with core courses, students take courses which prepare them for specialization in specific human service areas. ## Courses - BIO 110 — Principles of Biology - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 140 — Intro Intercultural Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - DDT 110 — Intellectual/Dev Disabilities - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - GRO 120 — Introduction to Gerontology - GRO 220 — Social Aspects of Aging - HSE 110 — Intro to Human Services - HSE 123 — Interviewing Techniques for Human Services - HSE 210 — Diversity Ethics and Trends - HSE 212 — Group Dymanics - HSE 220 — Case Management - HSE 223 — Counseling Theories and Skills - HSE 225 — Crisis and Intervention Principles - HSE 227 — Children & Adolescents in Crisis - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 152 — Statistical Methods I - MHA 140 — Intro to Mental Health - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - PSY 281 — Abnormal Psychology - SAB 110 — Intro to Addiction and Recovery - SAB 135 — Addictive Process - SWK 110 — Intro to Social Work - SWK 113 — Cultural Competency and Diversity Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES/ADDICTION AND RECOVERY SERVICES The Social and Human Services/Addiction and Recovery Services concentration prepares students to assist in drug and alcohol counseling, prevention-oriented educational activities, rehabilitation with recovering clients, managing community-based programs, counseling in residential facilities, and pursuit of four-year degrees. ## Courses - BIO 110 — Principles of Biology - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - GRO 120 — Introduction to Gerontology - GRO 220 — Social Aspects of Aging - HSE 110 — Intro to Human Services - HSE 123 — Interviewing Techniques for Human Services - HSE 210 — Diversity Ethics and Trends - HSE 212 — Group Dymanics - HSE 220 — Case Management - HSE 223 — Counseling Theories and Skills - HSE 225 — Crisis and Intervention Principles - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 152 — Statistical Methods I - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - SAB 110 — Intro to Addiction and Recovery - SAB 120 — Intake and Assessment - SAB 135 — Addictive Process - SAB 210 — Addiction and Recovery Counseling - SAB 240 — Diversity, Ethics and Trends in Addiction and Recovery - SWK 110 — Intro to Social Work - SWK 113 — Cultural Competency and Diversity - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I - WBL 115 — Work-Based Learning Seminar I 1 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # CASE MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - HSE 110 — Intro to Human Services - HSE 123 — Interviewing Techniques for Human Services - HSE 220 — Case Management - HSE 223 — Counseling Theories and Skills - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # VETERINARY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A45780 This curriculum is designed to prepare individuals to assist veterinarians in preparing animals, equipment, and medications for examination and surgery; collecting specimens; performing laboratory, radiographic, anesthetic, dental procedures; assisting in surgery; and providing proper husbandry of animals and their environment. Course work includes instruction in veterinary anatomy, nutrition, parasitology, pathology, physiology, radiology, terminology, zoology, office practices, laboratory techniques, dentistry, and small and large animal clinical practices. ## Courses - CHM 130 — General Organic & Biochemistry - CHM 130A — Gen, Org and Biochemistry Lab 0 2 0 0 1 - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - VET 110 — Animal Breeds and Husbandry 2 - VET 120 — Vet Anatomy and Physiology 3 - VET 121 — Veterinary Medical Terminology 3 - VET 123 — Veterinary Parasitology 2 - VET 125 — Veterinary Diseases I 2 - VET 126 — Veterinary Diseases II 1 - VET 131 — Veterinary Laboratory Techniques I 2 - VET 133 — Veterinary Clinical Practice I 2 - VET 137 — Veterinary Office Practices 1 - VET 211 — Veterinary Laboratory Techniques II 2 - VET 212 — Veterinary Laboratory Techniques III 2 - VET 213 — Veterinary Clinical Practice II 1 - VET 214 — Veterinary Clinical Practice III 1 - VET 215 — Veterinary Pharmacology 3 - VET 217 — Large Animal Clinical Practice 2 - VET 237 — Animal Nutrition 3 - WBL 112 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY – A50420 The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metalworking industry. Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes. Courses may include math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and non-destructive testing providing the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application. ## Courses - ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 - BPR 111 — Print Reading - COM 110 — Introduction to Communication - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - DFT 119 — Basic CAD - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - WLD 115 — SMAW - WLD 116 — SMAW - WLD 121 — GMAW - WLD 122 — GMAW - WLD 131 — GTAW - WLD 132 — GTAW - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications - WLD 151 — Fabrication I - WLD 215 — SMAW - WLD 231 — GTAW - WLD 251 — Fabrication II - WLD 261 — Certification Practices - WLD 265 — Automated Welding/Cutting Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING DIPLOMA – D50420 **Diploma** ## Courses - DFT 119 — Basic CAD - ENG 110 — Freshman Composition - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - WLD 115 — SMAW - WLD 116 — SMAW - WLD 121 — GMAW - WLD 131 — GTAW - WLD 132 — GTAW - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications - WLD 151 — Fabrication I - WLD 261 — Certification Practices Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE – GMAW (MIG) – C50420A **Certificate** ## Courses - BPR 111 — Print Reading - WLD 121 — GMAW - WLD 122 — GMAW - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE SMAW (STICK) – C50420B **Certificate** ## Courses - BPR 111 — Print Reading - WLD 115 — SMAW - WLD 116 — SMAW - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE GTAW (TIG) – C50420C **Certificate** ## Courses - BPR 111 — Print Reading - WLD 131 — GTAW - WLD 132 — GTAW - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE FABRICATION – C50420D **Certificate** ## Courses - BPR 111 — Print Reading - DFT 119 — Basic CAD - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications - WLD 151 — Fabrication I - WLD 251 — Fabrication II Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE GENERAL WELDING – C50420E **Certificate** ## Courses - WLD 115 — SMAW - WLD 121 — GMAW - WLD 131 — GTAW - WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # WELDING TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE **Certificate** ## Courses - ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 - WLD 115 — SMAW - WLD 121 — GMAW - WLD 131 — GTAW Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEER The Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and growth in the AI profession. Coursework includes various subject areas related to AI fundamentals, machine learning, deep learning theory, and hands-on training in multiple AI domains for the purpose of creating and implementing artificial intelligence across a broad range of applications. ## Courses - CSC 121 — Python Programming - CSC 221 — Advanced Python Programming - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines - ENG 114 — Professional Research and Reporting - MAT 152 — Statistical Methods I - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - MAT 263 — Brief Calculus - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # BIOTECHNOLOGY The Biotechnology curriculum, which has emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering, is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology. ## Courses - ART 111 — ART 114, ART 115, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, MUS 110, MUS - BIO 111 — General Biology I - BIO 112 — General Biology II - BIO 250 — Genetics - BIO 275 — Microbiology - CHM 151 — General Chemistry I - CHM 152 — General Chemistry II - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines - HUM 110 — Technology and Society - HUM 115 — Critical Thinking 3 0 0 0 3 - HUM 120 — Cultural Studies - HUM 130 — Myth in Human Culture - HUM 160 — Introduction to Film - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 152 — Statistical Methods I - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - MUS 110 — Music Appreciation - PHI 240 — Introduction to Ethics - POL 120 — American Government - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - SOC 210 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 213 — Sociology of the Family - WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I - WBL 112 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # DENTAL HYGIENE The Dental Hygiene curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge and skills to access, plan, implement, and evaluate dental hygiene care for the individual and the community. ## Courses - BIO 168 — Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 169 — Anatomy & Physiology II 3 3 0 0 4 - BIO 175 — General Microbiology - CHM 130 — General Organic & Biochemistry - COM 231 — Public Speaking - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines - ENG 114 — Professional Research and Reporting - HUM 115 — Critical Thinking 3 0 0 0 3 - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - SOC 210 — Introduction to Sociology - SOC 240 — Social Psychology Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY The Healthcare Management Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment in healthcare business and financial operations. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the application of management principles to the healthcare environment. The curriculum places emphasis on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling tasks related to healthcare organizational objectives including the legal and ethical environment. Emphasis is placed on the development of effective communication, managerial, and supervisory skills. ## Courses - ACC 120 — Principles of Financial Accounting - ACC 121 — Principles of Managerial Accounting - ACC 140 — Payroll Accounting - ACC 150 — 3 0 0 0 3 - BUS 110 — Introduction to Business - BUS 151 — People Skills - CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers - COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication - COM 231 — Public Speaking - ECO 251 — Principles of Microeconomics - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - HUM 115 — Critical Thinking 3 0 0 0 3 - MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy - MAT 152 — Statistical Methods I - MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra - MUS 110 — Music Appreciation - PHI 240 — Introduction to Ethics - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 - SOC 210 — Introduction to Sociology - WBL 112 — Work-Based Learning I Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY The Medical Sonography curriculum provides knowledge and clinical skills in the application of high frequency sound waves to image internal body structures. Course work includes physics, cross-sectional anatomy, and abdominal, introductory vascular and obstetrical/gynecological sonography. Competencies are attained in identification of normal anatomy and pathological processes, use of equipment, fetal growth and development, integration of related imaging, and patient interaction skills. ## Courses - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines - HUM 115 — Critical Thinking 3 0 0 0 3 - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - PHI 240 — Introduction to Ethics - PHY 110 — This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY The Nuclear Medicine Technology curriculum provides the clinical and didactic experience necessary to prepare students to qualify as entry-level nuclear medicine technologists. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to properly perform clinical procedures. These skills include patient care, use of radioactive materials, operation of imaging and counting instrumentation, and laboratory procedures. ## Courses - BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology - BIO 168 — Anatomy and Physiology I - BIO 169 — Anatomy & Physiology II 3 3 0 0 4 - ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry - ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines - HUM 115 — Critical Thinking 3 0 0 0 3 - MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 - PHI 240 — Introduction to Ethics - PSY 150 — and BIO 169 Source: https://www.nashcc.edu/wp-content/uploads/25-26-College-Catalog.pdf --- # PSY 150 — and BIO 169 6 credits · 6 hours 3. The student’s overall grade point average must meet or exceed 2.0. 4. Evidence of a current unencumbered LPN license. The student is responsible for pro - viding this information to the Health Sciences Admissions Coordinator upon program application. Note: Only letter grades of “C” or higher in non-nursing courses and nursing (NUR) courses with a grade of “B” or higher will count toward completion of the Associate Degree Nursing degree. Step II: Eligible applicants will be invited to take the HESI Admission Assessment (A2) on annually established dates. Testing will be offered at Nash Comm… --- # ENG 112 — Writing/Research in the Disciplines 3 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, docu - mentation styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing infor - mation and ideas and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from primary and secondary sources using documenta - tion appropriate to various disciplines. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in English Compo… --- # ART 115 — Art History Survey II Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the development of art forms from the Renaissance to the present. Emphasis is placed on content, terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding of art as a product reflective of human social development. This course has been approved for transfer under Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/ Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # PHI 240 — Introduction to Ethics Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgements and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral theories such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ethical theories to moral is- sues such as abortion, capital punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues arising from new technologies. This course has been ap - proved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA… --- # SOC 210 — Introduction to Sociology Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social in- teractions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequal- ity, cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of socio - logical concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course… --- # MAT 171 — Precalculus Algebra Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040, DMA 050, DMA 060, DMA 070, and DMA 080; or MAT 121, or DMA 025, DMA 045, DMA 065, or MAT 003 with a grade of P3, or MAT 035 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop topics which are fundamental to the study of Calculus. Emphasis is placed on solving equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations and inequalities, and analysis of functions (absolute value, radical, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic) in multiple represen - tations. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate mod… --- # PHY 110A — Conceptual Physics Lab 0 2 0 0 1 60 credits · 60 hours Additional General Education Hours (13-14 credit hours) Select 13-14 credit hours from classes classified as general education. Select course with an asterisk (*) beginning on page 195. Other Required Courses (1 SHC) Curriculum Programs Other Pre-major Electives (14 SHC) Select 14 semester hours from the list of suggested electives for AA and AS de - grees classified as pre-major elective or general education courses within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement found on page 195. In selecting electives, students should consult with their success navigator in The Bill and Patsy Marsh- burn… --- # SOC 225 — Social Diversity 45 credits · 45 hours An additional 14-15 SHC of courses should be selected from courses classified as gen- eral education within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement as listed on page 195. Students should select these courses based on their intended major and trans- fer university. Students must meet the receiving university’s foreign language and/or Curriculum Programs health and physical education requirements, if applicable, prior to or after transfer to the senior institution. Total credit hours 45 OTHER REQUIRED HOURS (15 SHC) The following courses are required: Academic Transition (1 SHC) Education (14… --- # EDU 250 — Teacher Licensure Preparation 3 0 0 0 3 60 credits · 60 hours *Students who have completed Teacher Cadet or Teaching as a Profession courses in high school with a B or better may substitute that course for EDU 187 Teaching and Learning for All. High school faculty must meet transfer level qualifications as estab- lished by SACSCOC or other accrediting body. *One semester hour of credit may be included in a 61 SHC associate in arts program of study. The transfer of this hour is not guaranteed. Total credit hours 60-61* PARTNERSHIP TEACH Partnership Teach provides opportunities for students to complete bachelor’s de- grees in Elementary Education, Special… --- # MAT 272 — Calculus II Prerequisites: MAT 271 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop advanced topics of differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is placed on the applications of definite integrals, techniques of integration, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, infinite series, conic sec- tions, parametric equations, polar coordinates, and differential equations. Upon completion students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to integral-related problems with and without technology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and… --- # PHY 252 — General Physics II 3 3 0 0 4 11 credits · 11 hours Additional General Education Hours (11 credit hours) Select 11 credit hours from classes classified as general education. Select course with an asterisk (*). Other Required Courses (1 SHC) Other Pre-Major Electives (14 SHC) Select 14 semester hours from the list of suggested electives for AA and AS de - grees classified as pre-major elective or general education courses within the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement found on page 296. In selecting elec - tives, students should consult with their success navigator in The Bill and Patsy Marshburn Advising and Success Center and make choices wh… --- # REL 110 — World Religions Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the world’s major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # MUS 112 — Introduction to Jazz Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the origins and musical components of jazz and the con - tributions of its major artists. Emphasis is placed on the development of discrimi- nating listening habits, as well as the investigation of the styles and structural forms of the jazz idiom. Upon completion, students should be able to demon - strate skills in listening and understanding this form of American music. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # MAT 273 — Calculus III Prerequisites: MAT 272 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop the topics of multivariate calculus. Empha - sis is placed on multivariate functions, partial derivatives, multiple integration, solid analytical geometry, vector valued functions, and line and surface integrals. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate mod - els and techniques for finding the solution to multivariate-related problems with and without technology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Mathematics. --- # EGR 150 — Introduction to Engineering Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is an overview of the engineering profession. Topics include goal set- ting and career assessment, ethics, public safety, the engineering method and design process, written and oral communication, interpersonal skills and team building, and computer applications. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the engineering process, the engineering profession, and utilize college resources to meet their educational goals. This course has been ap - proved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course require… --- # PED 110 — Fitness and Wellness for Life 1 2 0 0 2 60 credits · 60 hours *Students must meet the receiving university’s foreign language and /or health and physical education requirements, if applicable, prior to or after transfer to the senior institution. **One semester hour of credit may be included in a 61 SHC associate in engineering program of study. The transfer of this hour is not guaranteed. Total credit hours 60-61 Curriculum Programs ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (AA), ASSOCIATE IN ARTS TEACHER PREPARATION (AATP), ASSOCIATE IN ENGINEERING (AE), ASSOCIATE IN GENERAL EDUCATION (AGE), AS- SOCIATE IN SCIENCE (AS), AND ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE TEACHER PREPARATION (ASTP) DEG… --- # HIS 236 — North Carolina History Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course is a study of geographical, political, economic, and social conditions existing in North Carolina from America’s discovery to the present. Topics include native and immigrant backgrounds; colonial, antebellum, and Reconstruction periods; party politics; race relations; and the transition from an agrarian to an industrial economy. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze signifi- cant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in North Carolina. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulat… --- # PSY 263 — Educational Psychology Prerequisites: PSY 150 Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course examines the application of psychological theories and principles to the educational process and setting. Topics include learning and cognitive theo- ries, achievement motivation, teaching and learning styles, teacher and learner roles, assessment, and developmental issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an under- standing of the application of psychological theory to educational practice. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as… --- # BUS 137 — Principles of Management Prerequisites: BUS 110 or CTS 115 Corequisites: None This course is designed to be an overview of the major functions of management. Emphasis is placed on planning, organizing, controlling, directing, and communi- cating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing mem- bers of a team utilizing these functions of management. This course has been ap- proved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Explain strategic management in business operations. 2. Define management, quality management, and proje… --- # CTS 115 — Info System Business Concepts Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The course introduces the role of IT in managing business processes and the need for business process and IT alignment. Emphasis is placed on industry need for understanding business challenges and developing/managing information systems to contribute to the decision making process based on these challenges. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the ‘hybrid business manager’ and the potential offered by new technology and sys- tems.This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or electi… --- # MAT 285 — Differential Equations Prerequisites: MAT 272 Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to topics involving ordinary differential equations. Emphasis is placed on the development of abstract concepts and ap - plications for first- order and linear higher-order differential equations, systems of differential equations, numerical methods, series solutions, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and LaPlace transforms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the theoretical concepts and select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to differential equa - t… --- # CJC 212 — Ethics and Community Relations Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers ethical considerations and accepted standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and professionals. Topics include ethical systems; Course Descriptions social change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen involvement in crimi - nal justice issues; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical considerations to the decision-making process in identifi - able criminal justice situations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective… --- # EDU 221 — Children with Exceptionalities Prerequisites: EDU-144 and EDU-145, or PSY-244 and PSY-245 Corequisites: None This course covers atypical patterns of child development, inclusive/diverse settings, evidenced-based educational/family plans, differentiated instruction, adaptive materials, and assistive technology. Emphasis is placed on the charac - teristics of exceptionalities and delays, early intervention/special education, tran- sitions, observation, developmental screening, formative assessment of children, and collaborating with families and community partners. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to recognize div… --- # EGR 220 — Engineering Statics Prerequisites: PHY 251 Corequisites: MAT 272 This course introduces the concepts of engineering based on forces in equilib - rium. Topics include concentrated forces, distributed forces, forces due to friction, and inertia as they apply to machines, structures, and systems. Upon completion, students should be able to solve problems which require the ability to analyze systems of forces in static equilibrium. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # ENG 114 — Professional Research and Reporting Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional com- munication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presenta - tions. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and col - laboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in English Composition. This is a Uni… --- # HUM 180 — International Cultural Exploration 2 3 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a framework for students to visit, examine, and analyze a country/region outside the United States to learn about the place and people. Emphasis is placed on the distinctive cultural characteristics of a country or re - gion. Upon completion, students should be able to identify similarities/differ - ences, analyze causes/effects, and clearly articulate the impact of one or more cultural elements. This course has been approved for transfer under The Compre- hensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the ICAA as a pre-major and/or… --- # HSE 110 — Intro to Human Services Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, and disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker. --- # CHM 130A — Gen, Org and Biochemistry Lab 0 2 0 0 1 *CHM 131 Introduction to Chemistry 3 0 0 0 3 *CHM 131A Introduction to Chemistry Lab 0 3 0 0 1 *CHM 151 General Chemistry I 3 3 0 0 4 *CHM 152 General Chemistry II 3 3 0 0 4 *CHM 251 Organic Chemistry I 3 3 0 0 4 *CHM 252 Organic Chemistry II 3 3 0 0 4 Curriculum Programs *GEL 111 Geology 3 2 0 0 4 *PHY 110 Conceptual Physics 3 0 0 0 3 *PHY 110A Conceptual Physics Lab 0 2 0 0 1 *PHY 251 General Physics I 3 3 0 0 4 *PHY252 General Physics II 3 3 0 0 4 *General Education In selecting electives students should consult with their success navigator in the College Transfer Department and make choic… --- # ENG 111 — Writing and Inquiry Prerequisites: BSP-4002, or ENG 090 and RED 090, or ENG 095, 0r ENG 002 or DRE 098, or ENG 025 This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, anal- ysis, effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience aware - ness, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, Course Descriptions coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education… --- # CTS 130 — Spreadsheet Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics in - clude writing formulas, using functions, enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and print basic spreadsheets and charts. Course Descriptions --- # ACA 115 — Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an orientation to the campus resources and academic skills necessary to achieve educational objectives. Emphasis is placed on an explora - tion of facilities and services, study skills, library skills, self-assessment, wellness, goal-setting, and critical thinking. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to successfully meet educational goals. Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides information and strategies necessary to develop clear aca - demic and professional goals beyond… --- # MAT 143 — Quantitative Literacy Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040, and DMA 050, and DRE 098, or DMA 025, DMA 045, DRE 098, or MAT 003 with a grade of P2, or MAT 025 Corequisites: None This course is designed to engage students in complex and realistic situations involving the mathematical phenomena of quantity, change and relationship, and uncertainty through project- and activity-based assessment. Emphasis is placed on authentic contexts which will introduce the concepts of numeracy, proportional reasoning, dimensional analysis, rates of growth, personal finance, consumer statistics, practical probabilities… --- # COM 110 — Introduction to Communication 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of communication and the skills necessary to communicate in various contexts. Emphasis is placed on communication theories and techniques used in interpersonal, group, public, intercultural, and mass communication situations. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and illustrate the forms and purposes of human com - munication in a variety of contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education cou… --- # PHI 215 — Philosophical Issues Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces fundamental issues in philosophy considering the views of classical and contemporary philosophers. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and belief, appearance and reality, determinism and free will, faith and reason, and justice and inequality. Upon completion, students should be able to iden - tify, analyze, and critically evaluate the philosophical components of an issue. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Tra… --- # ACC 180 — Practices in Bookkeeping 3 0 0 0 3 13 credits · 13 hours Total credit hours 13 ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING (INTEGRATED) – A45110 The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills and strategies to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic Curriculum Programs environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life, and achievement of potential. Course work includes and builds upon the domains of healthcare, nursing prac - tice, and the holistic individual. Content emphasizes the nurse as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing safe, individualized care while employing evide… --- # NUR 213 — Complex Health Concepts Prerequisites: NUR 212, ENG 111, and PSY 241 Corequisites: ENG 114 and HUM 115 or PHI 215 or PHI 240 This course is designed to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of fluid/electrolytes, metabolism, perfusion, mobility, stress/coping, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, managing care, healthcare systems, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide quality, individu… --- # ACA 220 — Professional Transition 1 0 0 0 1 74 credits · 74 hours Total credit hours 74-75 * Note - For Transition Students AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY – A60160 A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems. Major courses are taught at approved off-campus in - structional sites. Hrs Work Class Lab Clin Exp Credits General Education --- # TRN 140A — Transport Climate Cont Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: TRN 140 This course provides experiences for enhancing student skills in the diagnosis and re- pair of transportation climate control systems. Emphasis is placed on re- claiming, recovery, recharging, leak detection, climate control components, diag- nosis, air conditioning equipment, tools and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the operation, diagnose, and safely service climate control systems using appropriate tools, equipment, and service information. --- # CIS 110 — Introduction to Computers Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an Course Descriptions understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Mathematics (Quantitative). --- # TRN 130 — Intro to Sustainable Transport Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles. Topics include composition and use of alternative fuels including compressed natural gas, biodiesel, ethanol, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels, hybrid/electric, and vehicles using alternative fuels. Upon completion, students should be able to identify alternative fuel vehicles, explain how each alternative fuel delivery sys- tem operates, and perform minor repairs. --- # ENG 261 — ENG 262, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, HUM 150, HUM 160, HUM 64 credits · 64 hours Curriculum Programs 180, HUM 211, HUM 212, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 220, PHI 230, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, REL 212 GENERAL OCCUPATIONAL TECHNOLOGY – A55280 The General Occupational Technology curriculum provides individuals with an opportunity to upgrade their skills and to earn an associate degree by taking courses suited for their occupational interests and/or needs. The curriculum content will be individualized for students according to their oc - cupational interests and needs. A program of study for each student will be se - lected from associate degree level courses offered by t… --- # HIS 132 — POL 110, POL 120, POL 220, PSY 150, PSY 239, PSY 241,PSY 281, SOC 210, SOC 213, SOC 220, SOC 240 FIRE PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY – A55240 The Fire Protection Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in the technical, managerial, and leadership areas necessary for advancement within the fire protection community and related firefighting indus- tries, and to provide currently employed firefighters with knowledge and skills often required for promotional consideration. Course work includes diverse fire protection subject areas, including fire prevention and safety, public education, building construction, fire ground strategies and tac… --- # MAT 121 — Algebra/Trigonometry I 2 2 HUM/FA Elective 3 0 0 0 3 SOC/BEH Elective 3 0 0 0 3 Technical Core Courses --- # AUT 221 — Auto Transmissions/Transaxles Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmis- sions/ transaxles. Topics include hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical/ electronic operation of automatic drive trains and the use of appropriate service tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operational theory, diag - nose and re- pair automatic drive trains. Course Descriptions --- # AUT 151A — Brakes Systems Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AUT 151 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 drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum-boost, hydra-boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock, parking brake systems and emerging brake systems technologies. Course Descriptions Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, service, and repair vari - ous automotive braking systems. --- # AUT 163A — Advanced Auto Electricity Lab 3 Prerequisites: TRN 120 Corequisites: AUT 163 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 networking and module communication, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, troubleshooting and emerging electrical/electronic systems technologies. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, diagnose, test, and repair wiring, lighting, gauges, accessories, modules, and electronic concerns. --- # TRN 110 — Intro to Transport Tech Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers workplace safety, hazardous materials, environmental regula- tions, hand tools, service information, basic concepts, vehicle systems, and com - mon transportation industry terminology. Topics include familiarization with ma- jor vehicle systems, proper use of various hand and power tools, material safety data sheets, and personal protective equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate appropriate safety procedures, identify and use basic shop tools, and describe government regulations regarding transportation repa… --- # AUT 181A — Engine Performance I Lab 13 credits · 13 hours Total credit hours 13 AUDIO & VIDEO PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY – A30120 Students enrolled in the Audio and Video Production Technology curriculum will develop professional skills in audio, video, and related applications. Training will emphasize speech, writing, production planning, post production, and distribution. Students will also study the evolution of media, revenue mod - els, entrepreneurial opportunities, and governmental regulations. Hands-on- training, troubleshooting, collaboration, and time management skills are essen - tial to the instructional process. Upon successful completion, st… --- # WBL 111 — Work-Based Learning I 0 0 10 1 Prerequisites: For Social and Human Services/Substance Abuse – Instructor Per - mission Required For Information Technologies – Instructor Permission Required For Advertising and Graphic Design – Instructor Permission Required For Medical Office Administration – Instructor Permission Required For Office Administration – Instructor Permission Required Corequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experi… --- # ART 111 — ART 114, ART 115, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM 130, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, REL 212 BIOTECHNOLOGY – A20100 Instructional Service Agreement with Pitt Community College The Biotechnology curriculum, which has emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering, is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology. Course work emphasizes biology, chemistry, mathematics, and technical com - munications. The curriculum objectives are designed to prepare graduates to serve in three distinct capacities: research assistant to a biologist or chemist; l… --- # ANT 210 — ANT 220, HIS 111, HIS 112, HIS 212, HIS 122, HIS 131, HIS 132, POL 110, POL 67 credits · 67 hours 120, POL 220, PSY 150, PSY 239, PSY 241, PSY 281, SOC 210, SOC 213, SOC 220, SOC 240 Other Required Courses Total credit hours 67 CULINARY ARTS – A55150 The Culinary Arts curriculum provides specific training required to prepare stu - dents to assume positions as trained culinary professionals in a variety of food service settings including full service restaurants, hotels, resorts, clubs, catering operations, contract food service, and health care facilities. Students will be provided theoretical knowledge/practical application that pro - vide critical competencies to meet industry demands,… --- # SOC 240 — Social Psychology Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course examines the influence of culture and social groups on individual behavior and personality. Emphasis is placed on the process of socialization, Course Descriptions communication, conformity, deviance, interpersonal attraction, intimacy, race and ethnicity, small group experiences, and social movements. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze cultural and social forces that influence the individual in a society. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA… --- # BPT 135 — Audio Performance I 0 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the basics for audio performance and audio content creation. Emphasis is placed on diction, scripting, recording, ad-libbing, microphone techniques, articulation, pronunciation, and presentation of audio broadcast - ing elements for broadcast and/or other electronic media applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency in audio communications. --- # BPT 235 — Video Performance I 0 6 0 0 2 14 credits · 14 hours Total credit hours 14 BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CERTIFICATE – C55120 Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) is designed to give students essential skills required for entry-level employment as law enforcement officers with state, county or municipal governments, or with private enterprise. This program uti - lizes State commission-mandated topics and methods of instruction. General subjects include, but are not limited to, criminal, juvenile, civil, traffic, and alcohol beverage laws; investigative, patrol, custody, and court procedures; emergency responses; and ethics and community relat… --- # LET 110 — Basic Law Enforcement Training 28 27 0 0 37 credits · 37 hours Total credit hours 37 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – A25120 The Business Administration curriculum is designed to introduce students to the various aspects of the free enterprise system. Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations in today’s global economy. Course work includes business concepts such as accounting, business law, eco - nomics, management, and marketing. Skills related to the application of these concepts are developed through the study of computer applications, communi - cation, team buildin… --- # MKT 120 — Principles of Marketing Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces principles and problems of marketing goods and services. Topics include promotion, placement, and pricing strategies for products. Upon completion, students should be able to apply marketing principles in organiza - tional decision making. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Define the role of marketing in business 2. Explain the role of selling, customer relations and product management in marketing. 3. Describe marketing. 4. Define pricing and channel management strategies. --- # MKT 123 — Fundamentals of Selling Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to emphasize the necessity of selling skills in a mod - ern business environment. Emphasis is placed on sales techniques involved in various types of selling situations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the techniques covered. Student Learning Outcomes Course Descriptions 1. Identify appropriate sales techniques for various selling situations. 2. Describe sales techniques. 3. Explain the necessity of selling skills in modern business environment. --- # INT 110 — International Business Prerequisites: DRE 097, ENG 002 and RED 090 Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the environment, concepts, and basic dif - ferences involved in international business. Topics include forms of foreign in - volvement, international trade theory, governmental influences on trade and strategies, international organizations, multinational corporations, personnel management, and international marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the foundation of international business. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Describe the foundation of international business. 2. D… --- # BUS 240 — Business Ethics Prerequisites: BUS 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces contemporary and controversial ethical issues that face the business community. Topics include moral reasoning, moral dilemmas, law and morality, equity, justice and fairness, ethical standards, and moral develop - ment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understand- ing of their moral responsibilities and obligations as members of the workforce and society. --- # ECO 252 — Principles of Macroeconomics 3 0 0 0 3 14 credits · 14 hours Total credit hours 14 COMPUTER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – A40160 A course of study that prepares the students to use basic engineering principles and technical skills for installing, servicing, and maintaining computers, peripher- als, networks, and microprocessor and computer controlled equipment. Includes instruction in mathematics, computer electronics and programming, prototype development and testing, systems installation and testing, solid state and mi - crominiature circuitry, peripheral equipment, and report preparation. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in electroni… --- # CET 245 — Internet Servers 2 Prerequisites: ELN 237 Corequisites: None This course covers the setup and management of Internet server hardware and software. Topics include TCP/IP , FTP , SMTP , and HTTP; installation and configura- tion of server software for web, FTP , DNS, mail, and other services. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to set up and maintain Internet servers. --- # SOC 213 — Sociology of the Family 17 credits · 17 hours Major Hours Electives (pick 15-17 credit hours): *BTC 286 Immunological Techniques *BTC 270 Recombinant DNA Technology *BTC 287 Advanced Molecular Techniques *BTC 281 Bioprocessing Techniques *BTC 182 Pharma Lab Tech I *BTC 183 Pharma Lab Tech II *BTC 288 Biotechnology Experience *WBL 111/WBL 112 Work Based Learning I *CHM 263 Analytical Chemistry Research/Forensics Lab Tech: *BTC 270 Recombinant DNA Technology *BTC 281 Bioprocess Techniques *BTC 286 Immunological Techniques or *BTC 287 Advanced Molecular Techniques Curriculum Programs Pharmaceutical/QC Lab Tech: *CHM 263 Analytical Chemistry… --- # ELN 237 — Local Area Networks Prerequisites: ELN 235 Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamentals of local area networks and their opera - tion. Topics include the characteristics of network topologies, system hardware, system configuration, installation and operation of the LAN. Upon completion, students should be able to install and maintain a local area network. --- # ELN 235 — Data Communication Systems Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers data communication systems and the transmission of digital information from source to destination. Topics include data transmission systems, interfaces and modems, protocols, networks, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts associated with data communication systems. ELN 235AB Data Communication Systems-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELN 235. Course Descriptions ELN 235BB Data Communication Systems-BB (Spring) 2 0 2 Pr… --- # ELN 238 — Advanced LANs Prerequisites: ELN 237 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced concepts, tools, and techniques associated with servers, workstations, and overall local area network performance. Topics include network security and configuration, system performance and optimization, com- munication protocols and packet formats, troubleshooting techniques, multi- platform integration, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to use advanced techniques to install, manage, and troubleshoot networks and optimize server and workstation performance. --- # CSC 251 — Advanced Java Programming Prerequisites: CSC 151 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of CSC 151 using the JAVA programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and implement objects us- ing the appropriate environment. This course has been approved for transfer un- der the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. --- # CET 211 — Computer Upgrade/Repair II 2 3 0 15 credits · 15 hours Total credit hours 15 COMPUTER-INTEGRATED MACHINING – A50210 The Computer-Integrated Machining curriculum prepares students with the analyti- cal, creative and innovative skills necessary to take a production idea from an initial concept through design, development and production, resulting in a finished product. Coursework includes learning objectives in manual machining, computer applica- tions, engineering design, computer-aided drafting (CAD), computer-aided machin- ing (CAM), blueprint interpretation, advanced computerized numeric control (CNC) Curriculum Programs equipment, basic and ad… --- # MAC 248 — Production Procedures Prerequisites: MAC 122, MAC 124, and MEC 231 Corequisites: None This course covers product planning and control and scheduling and routing of operations. Topics include cost-effective production methods, dimensional and statistical quality control, and the tooling and machines required for production. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, set up, and produce cost-ef - fective quality machined parts. --- # WLD 251 — Fabrication II Prerequisites: WLD 151 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced fabrication skills. Topics include advanced layout and assembly methods with emphasis on the safe and correct use of fabrication tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to fabricate projects from working drawings. WLD 251AB Fabrication II-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: WLD 151 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of WLD 251. WLD 251BB Fabrication II-BB (Spring) 0 3 1 Prerequisites: WLD 251AB Corequisites: None A continuation of WLD 251AB and final part of WLD 251. --- # MAC 179 — CNC Milling: Operator 0 2 1 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course introduces the operation of a qualified computer numerical controlled (CNC) program on a CNC controlled milling machine. Topics include blueprints, tool offsets, speed and feed adjustment, G and M codes, program execution, cut- ting inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate the safe operation of a CNC milling machine. --- # MAC 141 — Machining Applications I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to a variety of material-working processes that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process spe - cific machining equipment, measurement devices, setup and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments. MAC 141AB Machining Applications I-AB 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of MAC 141. MAC 141BB Machi… --- # MAC 178 — CNC Turning: Operator 0 2 1 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course introduces the operation of a qualified computer numerical con - trolled (CNC) program on a CNC controlled lathe. Topics include blueprints, tool offsets, speed and feed adjustment, G and M codes, program execution, cutting tools, holding devices and parts inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate the operation of a CNC lathe. --- # MAC 171 — Measure/Material & Safety Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces precision measuring instruments, process control and adjustment, inspection, material handling and workplace safety. Topics include properly identifying and handling various measurement instruments and mate - rials, process control, adjustment and improvement, personal protective equip - ment (PPE) and OSHA safety regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate effective measurement techniques, identify and han- dle various materials, and explain safe industry practices. --- # MEC 232 — Computer-Aided Manufacturing II Prerequisites: MEC 231 Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth study of CAM applications and concepts. Em - phasis is placed on the manufacturing of complex parts using computer-aided manufacturing soft- ware. Upon completion, students should be able to manu - facture complex parts using CAM software. MEC 232AB Computer-Aided Manufacturing II-AB (Fall) 1 2 2 Prerequisites: MEC 231 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of MEC 232. MEC 232BB Computer-Aided Manufacturing II-BB (Spring) 0 2 1 Prerequisites: MEC 232AB Corequisites: None A continuation of MEC 232AB and final part of… --- # MAC 122 — CNC Turning 1 3 0 0 2 14 credits · 14 hours Total credit hours 14 COSMETOLOGY – A55140 The cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide competency-based knowl - edge, scientific/artistic principles, and hands-on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environ - ment which enables students to develop manipulative skills. Course work in - cludes instruction in all phases of professional imaging, hair design, chemical processes, skin care, nail care, multi-cultural practices, business/computer prin - ciples, product knowledge, and other selected topics. Graduates should qualify to… --- # ENG 110 — Freshman Composition Prerequisites: DRE 097, or ENG 002 Tier 1, or ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop informative and business writing skills. Em - phasis is placed on logical organization of writing, including effective introduc - tions and conclusions, precise use of grammar, and appropriate selection and use of sources. Upon completion, students should be able to produce clear, concise, well-organized short papers. --- # COS 118 — Salon IV Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Empha - sis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in prepara - tion for the licensing examination and employment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in program requirements and the areas covered on the Cosmetology Licensing Examination and meet entry-level employment requirements. COS 118AB Salon IV-AB (Fall) 0 9 3 Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of COS 118. COS 118BB Sa… --- # COS 223 — Contemporary Hair Coloring 1 3 0 0 2 Total credit hours Note: Certificate students are encouraged to take COS 118 (Salon IV, 7 hours credit) and COS 117 (Concepts IV, 2 hours credit) in preparation for the state licensure exam. CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY – A55180 The Criminal Justice Technology curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of criminal justice systems and operations. Study will focus on local, state, and fed - eral law enforcement, judicial processes, corrections, and security services. The criminal justice system’s role within society will be explored. Emphasis is on criminal justice systems, criminology, juvenil… --- # SPA 120 — Spanish for the Workplace Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course offers applied Spanish for the workplace to facilitate basic commu - nication with people whose native language is Spanish. Emphasis is placed on oral communication and career-specific vocabulary that targets health, busi - ness, and/or public service professions. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate at a functional level with native speakers and demonstrate Course Descriptions cultural sensitivity. The course will incorporate development of cultural aware - ness through the cultural context of the Spanish language. --- # HUM 110 — Technology and Society Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course considers technological change from historical, artistic, and philo - sophical perspectives and its effect on human needs and concerns. Emphasis is placed on the causes and consequences of technological change. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to critically evaluate the implications of technology. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agree- ment (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # CJC 231 — Constitutional Law 3 0 0 0 3 12 credits · 12 hours Total credit hours 12 CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY/FORENSIC SCIENCE CONCENTRATION – A5518C Latent Evidence is a concentration under the curriculum of Criminal Justice Tech- nology. This curriculum is designed to provide knowledge of latent evidence systems and operations. Study will focus on local, state, and federal law enforce - ment, evidence processing and procedures. Students will learn both theory and hands-on analysis of latent evidence. They will learn fingerprint classification, identification, and chemical development. Students will record, cast, and recog - nize footwear and tire-tr… --- # CJC 250 — Forensic Biology I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers important biological principles that are applied in the crime laboratory. Topics include forensic toxicology, forensic serology, microscopy, and DNA typing analysis, with an overview of organic and inorganic analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate how a crime laboratory pro - cesses physical evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies. Course Descriptions --- # HRM 220 — Cost Controls 3 0 0 0 3 15 credits · 15 hours Total credit hours 15 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION – A55220A (NON- TRANSFER PATHWA Y) The Early Childhood Education curriculum prepares individuals to work with chil- dren from infancy through middle childhood in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers. Curriculum Programs Course work includes child growth and development; physical/nutritional needs of children; care and guidance of children; and communication skills with parents and children. Students will foster the co… --- # CUL 135A — Food and Beverage Service Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: CUL 135 This course provides a laboratory experience for enhancing student skills in ef - fective food and beverage service. Emphasis is placed on practical experiences including greeting/service of guests, dining room set-up, profitability, menu sales and merchandising, service styles, and reservations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate practical applications of human relations and the skills required in the service of foods and beverages. --- # CUL 240 — Culinary Skills II Prerequisites: CUL 110, and CUL 140 or CUL 110, CUL 142 and 170 Corequisites: None This course is designed to further students’ knowledge of the fundamental con- cepts, skills, and techniques involved in basic cookery. Emphasis is placed on Course Descriptions meat identification/fabrication, butchery, and cooking techniques/methods, appropriate vegetable/starch accompaniments; compound sauces; plate pre - sentation; breakfast cookery; and quantity food preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, execute, and successfully serve entrees with complementary side items. --- # CUL 260 — Baking II Prerequisites: CUL 110, CUL 160 Corequisites: None This course is designed to further students’ knowledge in ingredients, weights and measures, baking terminology, and formula calculation. Topics include clas - sical desserts, frozen desserts, cake and torte production, decorating and icings/ glazes, dessert plating, and presentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate pastry preparation, plating, and dessert buffet production skills. --- # EDU 282 — Early Childhood Literature Prerequisites: EDU 119 Corequisites: None This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and lan - guage in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children’s literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the classroom. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse. --- # BIO 111 — General Biology I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology. Emphasis is placed on basic biological chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, metabolism and energy transformation, genetics, evolution, and other related topics. Upon com - pletion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the mo- lecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Course Descriptions --- # AST 111 — Descriptive Astronomy Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AST111A 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 and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # EDU 259 — Curriculum Planning Prerequisites: EDU-119 Corequisites: None This course is designed to focus on using content knowledge to build effective developmentally appropriate approaches that are culturally responsive, equi - table, and ability diverse for young children. Topics include components of cur - riculum, a variety of curriculum models, authentic observation and assessment, and planning developmentally appropriate experiences and indoor/outdoor environments aligned with the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Develop - ment. Upon completion, students should be able to understand, evaluate, and Course Descri… --- # EDU 153 — Health, Safety & Nutrition 3 0 0 0 3 13 credits · 13 hours Total credit hours 13 ELECTRIC LINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY – A35230 The Electric Line Construction curriculum prepares individuals for line construc - tion in the preparation and repair of rural electrical utility service. Students will combine electrical theory with laboratory and practical applications in the course of study. Students will be expected to master competencies such as those included in ele- ments of electricity; overhead pole and electrical line construction, safety codes and applications, electric power system, transformer and meter installations, and exploration of undergro… --- # EDU 234 — Infants, Toddlers and Twos Prerequisites: EDU-119 Corequisites: None This course covers the development of high-quality, individualized, responsive/ engaging relationships and experiences for infants, toddlers, and twos. Emphasis is placed on typical and atypical child development, working with diverse fami - lies to provide positive, supportive, and engaging early learning activities and interactions through field experiences and the application of the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate responsive curriculum planning, respectful relationships and… --- # EDU 280 — Language and Literacy Experiences Prerequisites: EDU 119 Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and liter- acy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Develop - ment. Topics include developmental sequences for children’s emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interac - tive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally a… --- # EDU 262 — Early Childhood Administration II Prerequisites: EDU 119 & EDU 261 Corequisites: none This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community out - reach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and com - munity involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood pro - grams, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs. --- # WBL114 — Work Based Learning I 0 0 0 40 4 39 credits · 39 hours Curriculum Programs Total credit hours 39 ELECTRIC LINE CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE – C35230A ADVANCED Hrs Work Class Lab Clin Exp Credits Major Core Courses --- # ELT 212 — Underground Line Construction II Prerequisites: ELT 211 Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course covers underground troubleshooting and associated equipment. Topics include fault locating, single and three-phase enclosures, and URD proce- dures. Upon completion, students should be able to install enclosures and recog- nize and utilize equipment used in URD troubleshooting. --- # HEA 112 — First Aid and CPR 1 2 0 0 2 16 credits · 16 hours Total credit hours 16 Students will have the opportunity to earn their Class A CDL license through the Continuing Education Department. Curriculum Programs ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY – A35130 This curriculum is designed to provide training for persons interested in the in - stallation and maintenance of electrical systems found in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. Coursework, most of which is hands-on, will include such topics as AC/DC theory, basic wiring practices, programmable logic controllers, industrial motor controls, applications of the National Electric Code, and… --- # ELN 260 — Prog Logic Controllers Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a detailed study of PLC applications, with a focus on design of industrial controls using the PLC. Topics include PLC components, memory organization, math instructions, documentation, input/output devices, and ap - plying PLCs in industrial control systems. Upon completion, students should be able to select and program a PLC system to perform a wide variety of industrial control functions. --- # PCI 264 — Process Control with PLCs Prerequisites: ELC 228 Corequisites: None This course introduces automatic process control implemented with PLC tech - nology. Topics include interfacing and controlling advanced control loops and devices using various PLC-based systems. Upon completion, students should be Course Descriptions able to demonstrate an under- standing of advanced applications of process con- trol and instrumentation systems with PLC-based devices. --- # ISC 112 — Industrial Safety 2 0 0 0 2 15 credits · 15 hours Total credit hours 15 INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEER - A25710 Instructional Service Agreement with Wayne Community College The Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and growth in the AI profession. Coursework includes various subject areas related to AI fundamentals, machine learning, deep learning theory, and hands-on training in multiple AI domains for the purpose of creating and implementing artificial intelligence across a broad range of applications. Graduates may q… --- # EGR 125 — Appl Software for Tech Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces personal computer software and teaches students how to customize the software for technical applications. Emphasis is placed on the use of common office applications software programs such as spreadsheets, word Course Descriptions processing, graphics, and internet access. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency in using applications software to solve techni - cal problems and communicate the results in text and graphical formats. --- # ELN 131 — Analog Electronics I 17 credits · 17 hours Total credit hours 17 ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY – A40200 A course of study that prepares the students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, re- pair and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communi- cation systems, and power electronic systems. Includes instruction in mathematics, basic electricity, solid-state fundamentals, digital concepts, and microprocessors or programmable logic contro… --- # DFT 119 — Basic CAD Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces computer-aided drafting software for specific technolo - gies to non- drafting majors. Emphasis is placed on understanding the software command structure and drafting standards for specific technical fields. Upon completion, students should be able to create and plot basic drawings. --- # ELC 131A — Circuit Analysis I Lab 0 3 0 13 credits · 13 hours Total credit hours 13 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – A55460 The Emergency Preparedness Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation of technical and professional knowledge needed for emergency services delivery in local and state government agencies. Study in - volves both management and technical aspects of law enforcement, fire protec - tion, emergency medical services, and emergency planning. Curriculum Programs Course work includes classroom and laboratory exercises to introduce the stu - dent to various aspects of emergency preparedness, protection, and enforce - ment.… --- # FIP 240 — Fire Service Supervision Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers supervisory skills and practices in the fire protection field. Topics include the supervisor’s job, supervision skills, the changing work envi - ronment, managing change, organizing for results, discipline and grievances, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an under- standing of the roles and responsibilities of the fire service supervisor, meeting elements of NFPA 1021. --- # EPT 210 — Response & Recovery 3 0 0 0 3 12 credits · 12 hours Total credit hours 12 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCE – A45340 The Emergency Medical Science curriculum provides individuals with the knowl- edge, skills, and attributes to provide advanced emergency medical care as a paramedic for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system and prepares graduates to enter the workforce. Students will gain complex knowledge, competency, and experience while em - ploying evidence based practice under medical oversight, and serve as a link from the scene into the healthcare system. Curriculum Programs Graduates of this program may be eligib… --- # FIP 124 — Fire Protection & Public Ed. 3 Prerequisites: None Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course introduces fire prevention concepts as they relate to community and industrial operations referenced in the NFPA standard 101. Topics include the de- velopment and maintenance of fire prevention programs, educational programs, and inspection programs. Upon completion, students should be able to research, develop, and present a fire safety program to a citizens or industrial group. --- # EPT 120 — Sociology of Disaster 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to overview sociological disaster research, disaster sys - tems, and alternative research approaches. Topics include human and organiza - tional behaviors, long- term disaster impact on communities, disasters warning, and evacuation considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to as- sess and predict the impact of disaster- related human behavior. --- # BIO 163 — Basic Anatomy & Physiology 4 2 5 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None 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 introduc - tion 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 interrelation- ships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # EMS 285 — EMS Capstone Prerequisite: EMS 220, EMS 250, and EMS 260 Corequisite: None This course provides an opportunity to demonstrate problem-solving skills as a team leader in simulated patient scenarios and is required for paramedic certifi - cation. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, integration of didactic and psycho- motor skills, and effective performance in simulated emergency situations. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and appropriately respond to a variety of EMS-related events. Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides the skills necessary for success in col… --- # EMS 235 — EMS Management Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship, finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal is - sues, and other topics relevant to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles of managing emergency medical service delivery systems. --- # FIP 136 — Inspection and Codes 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the fundamentals of fire and building codes and procedures to conduct an inspection. Topics include review of fire and building codes, writ - ing inspection reports, identifying hazards, plan reviews, site sketches, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a fire code compliance inspection and produce a written report. --- # WEB 140 — Web Development Tools Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to web development tools.Topics include creating websites using web development tools and web standards. Upon Course Descriptions completion, students should be able to create small web sites and upload files to a web server. --- # GRD 151 — Computer Design Basics 1 4 0 0 3 14 credits · 14 hours Total credit hours 14 HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT – A25110 The Hospitality Management curriculum prepares individuals to understand and apply the administrative and practical skills needed for supervisory and manage- rial positions in hotels, motels, resorts, inns, restaurants, institutions, and clubs. Curriculum Programs Course work includes guest services, leadership, management, restaurant opera- tions, lodging operations, marketing, sanitation, food preparation, food and bev- erage management and other critical areas. Graduates should qualify for management or entry-level supervisory positions… --- # HRM 225 — Beverage Management Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the management of beverages served in hospitality op - erations, Topics include history and trends; service, procurement, and storage; knowledge and control of wines and fermented/distilled beverages; and non-al - coholic beverages, coffees, and teas. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of responsible alcohol service and the knowl - edge of beverages consumed in a hospitality operation. --- # CUL 112 — Nutrition for Foodservice Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the principles of nutrition and its relationship to the food - service industry. Topics include personal nutrition fundamentals, weight man - agement, exercise, nutritional adaptation/analysis of recipes/menus, healthy Course Descriptions cooking techniques, and marketing nutrition in a foodservice operation. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic nutritional concepts to food preparation and selection. --- # HRM 245 — Human Resource Mgmt. - Hospitality 3 0 0 0 3 15 credits · 15 hours Total credit hours 15 INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY – A50240 The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to safely service, maintain, repair, or install equipment. Instruction in- cludes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial systems. Students will learn multi-craft technical skills in blueprint reading, mechanical systems maintenance, electricity, hydraulics/pneumatics, welding, machining or fabrication, and includes various diagnostic and repair procedures. Practical ap - plication i… --- # HRM 240 — Marketing for Hospitality Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers planning, organizing, directing, and analyzing the results of marketing programs for the hospitality industry. Emphasis is placed on target marketing, marketing mix, analysis, product and image development, use of cur- rent media, sales planning, advertising, public relations, and collateral materials. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the marketing process as it relates to the hospitality industry. --- # HRM 130 — Bed and Breakfast Management Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the management of bed and breakfast fa - cilities. Emphasis is placed on lifestyle commitment, property needs, computer operations, business and marketing plans, customer service and facility manage- ment. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and apply the prin- ciples of management unique to the bed and breakfast industry. --- # WLD 112 — Basic Welding Processes Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic welding and cutting. Emphasis is placed on beads applied with gases, mild steel fillers, and electrodes and the capillary action of solder. Upon completion, students should be able to set up welding and oxy-fuel equipment and perform welding, brazing, and soldering processes. --- # MNT 110 — Introduction to Maintenance Procedures 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers basic maintenance fundamentals for power transmission equipment. Topics include equipment inspection, lubrication, alignment, and other scheduled maintenance procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of accepted maintenance procedures and prac- tices according to current industry standards. --- # AHR 112 — Heating Technology Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the fundamentals of heating including oil, gas, and electric heating systems. Topics include safety, tools and instrumentation, system oper - ating characteristics, installation techniques, efficiency testing, electrical power, and control systems. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the basic oil, gas, and electrical heating systems and describe the major components of a heating system. --- # MAC 141A — Machining Applications I Lab 0 6 0 0 2 13 credits · 13 hours Total credit hours 13 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY The Information Technology (IT) curriculum prepares graduates for employment in the technology sector as designers, testers, support technicians, system administrators, developers, or programmers who use computer software and\or hardware to design, process, implement and manage information systems in specialties such as database services, security, business intelligence, healthcare informatics and others depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum. Course work includes develop- ment of a student’s ability to create, store, commu… --- # CTS 120 — Hardware/Software Support Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including instal - lation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preven- tive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-driv - ers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubles… --- # BAS 150 — Intro to Analytical Program 2 3 0 0 3 CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 0 0 3 CSC 121 Python Programming 2 3 0 0 3 CTS 130 Spreadsheet 2 2 0 0 3 CTI 141 Cloud & Storage Concepts 1 4 0 0 3 CTS 289 System Support Project 1 4 0 0 3 DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 3 0 0 3 DBA 115 Database Applications 2 2 0 0 3 WBL 111 Work-Based Learning I 0 0 0 10 1 Other Required Courses or --- # CTI 120 — Network & Sec Foundation Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces students to the Network concepts, including networking terminology and protocols, local and wide area networks, and network standards. Emphasis is placed on securing information systems and the various implemen - tation policies. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic tasks related to networking mathematics, terminology, media and protocols. --- # NOS 130 — Windows Single User Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces operating system concepts for single-user systems. Top - ics include hardware management, file and memory management, system con - figuration/optimization, and utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to perform operating systems functions at the support level in a single-user environment. --- # NOS 230 — Windows Administration I Prerequisites: NOS 130 Corequisites: None This course covers the installation and configuration of a Windows Server operat- ing system. Emphasis is placed on the basic configuration of core network ser - vices, Active Directory and group policies. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configure a Windows Server operating system. --- # NET 126 — Routing Basics Prerequisites: NET 125 Corequisites: None This course is designed to cover the architecture, components, operations, and security to scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. Emphasis is placed on configuring, troubleshooting, and securing enterprise network devices and understanding how application programming in- terfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation. Upon completion, students should be able to configure link state routing proto - cols, implement ACLs to filter traffic and secure administrative access, configure… --- # CTI 175 — Intro to Wireless Technology Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the student to the technologies and standards of wireless telecommunications. Topics include the design, implementation, configuration, Course Descriptions security, standards and protocols of wireless local area networks (WLAN). Upon completion, students should be able to design, implement, and administer wire- less local area networks. --- # SEC 150 — Secure Communications Course Descriptions Prerequisites: SEC 110 Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of current technologies used to provide secure transport of information across networks. Topics include data integrity through encryption, Virtual Private Networks, SSL, SSH and IPSec. Upon completion, stu- dents should be able to implement secure data transmission technologies. --- # SGD 113 — SGD Programming I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamentals of programming languages and tools employed in simulation and game development. Emphasis is placed on pro - gramming concepts used to create simulations and games. Upon completion, students should be able to program simple games and/or simulations. --- # WEB 151 — Mobile Application Dev I Prerequisites: WEB 210 Corequisites: None This course introduces students to programming technologies, design, and de - velopment related to mobile applications. Topics include accessing device capa- bilities, compliance with industry standards, and programming for mobile appli - cations. Upon completion, students should be able to develop basic applications for mobile devices. --- # SGD 112 — SGD Design Prerequisites: None Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamentals of simulation and game design. Top - ics include industry standards and design elements for simulations and games. Upon completion, students should be able to design simple simulations and/or games. --- # SGD 212 — SGD Design II 2 3 0 0 3 18 credits · 18 hours Total credit hours 18 MEDICAL ASSISTING – A45400 The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares multi-skilled health care professionals qualified to perform administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures. Course work includes instruction in scheduling appointments, coding and pro - cessing insurance accounts, billing, collections, computer operations; assisting with examinations/treatments, performing routine laboratory procedures, elec - trocardiography, supervised medication administration; and ethical/legal issues associated with patient care. Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited medical assisti… --- # MED 260 — MED Clinical Practicum Prerequisites: Admissions to MA Program, OST 142, OST 149, PSY 150, ACA 122 Corequisites: MED 262 This course provides the opportunity to apply clinical, laboratory, and administra- tive skills in a medical facility. Emphasis is placed on enhancing competence in clinical and administrative skills necessary for comprehensive patient care and strengthening professional communications and interactions. Upon completion, students should be able to function as an entry-level health care professional. --- # OST 149 — Medical Legal Issues 3 0 0 0 3 15 credits · 15 hours Total credit hours 15 The Medical Assisting Certificate offers an introduction to the career of Medical Assisting. Students can expect to learn the history of medicine, the role of the Medical Assistant in the health care setting, and expected behaviors and com - munication in the medical environment. Upon certificate completion, the student is not eligible to sit for the American As- sociation of Medical Assistants Certification Examination. However, the student who meets the admission requirements may apply to the Associate in Applied Science - Medical Assisting Program. MEDICAL OFFICE ADMI… --- # MED 272 — Drug Therapy Prerequisites: Admission to MA Program Corequisites: None This course focuses on major drug groups, including their side effects, interac - tions, methods of administration, and proper documentation. Emphasis is placed on the theory of drug administration. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, spell, recognize side effects of, and document the most commonly used medications in a physician’s office. --- # OST 148 — Med Ins & Billing Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces fundamentals of medical insurance and billing. Empha - sis is placed on the medical billing cycle to include third party payers, coding concepts, and form preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the life cycle of and accurately complete a medical insurance claim. --- # MED 262 — Clinical Perspectives Prerequisites: Admission to MA Program Corequisites: None This course is designed to explore personal and occupational responsibilities of the practicing medical assistant. Emphasis is placed on problems encountered during externships and development of problem-solving skills. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to demonstrate courteous and diplomatic behavior when solving problems in the medical facility. --- # OST 280 — Electronic Health Records Prerequisites: CIS 110, CIS111, OST 137 Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course focuses on the use of electronic health records in medical documen - tation and patient management. Emphasis is placed on creating and maintaining patient medical information, scheduling patient appointments, documenting patient encounters, and billing/insurance claim processing. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the required software task following a patent visit from start to finish. --- # OST 248 — Diagnostic Coding Prerequisites: MED 121 or OST 141 Corequisites: MED 122 or OST 142 This course provides an in-depth study of diagnostic coding. Emphasis is placed on ICD coding system. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code diagnoses in a medical facility. --- # OST 164 — Office Editing 3 0 0 0 3 14 credits · 14 hours Total credit hours 14 Curriculum Programs PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT – A45640 The Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum prepares graduates to work in direct patient care settings under supervision of physical therapists. Assistants work to improve or restore function by alleviation or prevention of physical impairment and perform other essential activities in a physical therapy department. Course work includes normal human anatomy and physiology, the consequences of disease or injury, and physical therapy treatment of a variety of patient condi - tions affecting humans throughout the life… --- # BIO 169 — Anatomy & Physiology II 3 3 0 0 4 45 credits · 45 hours Total credit hours 45 SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES/GENERAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION – A45380 The Social and Human Services curriculum prepares students for entry-level posi- tions in institutions and agencies which provide social, community, and educa - tional services. Along with core courses, students take courses which prepare them for specialization in specific human service areas. Students will take courses from a variety of disciplines. Emphasis in core courses is placed on development of relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes in human services. Fieldwork experience will provide opportunit… --- # HSE 225 — Crisis and Intervention Principles Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the types of crises and the principles of intervention. Em - phasis is placed on identifying culturally competent techniques for intervening in various crisis situations. Upon completion, students should be able to assess crisis situations and respond effectively. --- # SWK 113 — Cultural Competency and Diversity Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course examines and promotes understanding, sensitivity, awareness, and knowledge of various cultures and diversity. Emphasis is placed on professional responsibilities, duties, and skills critical to multicultural social services practice. Upon 463 Course Descriptions completion, students should be able to inte - grate and expand knowledge, skills, and cultural awareness relevant to diverse populations. --- # HSE 123 — Interviewing Techniques for Human Services 2 2 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the purpose, structure, focus, and techniques utilized in effec- tive interviewing. Emphasis is placed on observing, attending, listening, respond- ing, summarizing and documenting with instructor supervision. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to perform the basic interviewing skills needed to facilitate the helping relationship --- # HSE 220 — Case Management Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the variety of tasks associated with professional case manage- ment. Topics include needs assessment, service planning, referral procedures, documentation, and follow up and integration of services. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively manage the care of the whole person from initial contact through termination of services. --- # SAB 210 — Addiction and Recovery Counseling Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides theory and skills acquisition by utilizing intervention strate- gies designed to obtain therapeutic information, support recovery, and prevent relapse. Topics include counseling individuals and dysfunctional families, screen- ing instruments, counseling techniques and approaches, recovery and relapse, and special populations. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss issues critical to recovery, identify intervention models, and initiate a procedure culminating in cognitive/behavioral change. --- # WBL 115 — Work-Based Learning Seminar I 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: WBL 111 This course is designed to be taken during the same semester as WBL 111 to allow students to reflect on what they are learning during their co-op work experience and to make connections between academic concepts and their application in the field. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Appropriate departmental faculty will monitor student progress and attendance. --- # COM 120 — Intro Interpersonal Communication 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the practices and principles of interpersonal communica- tion in both dyadic and group settings. Emphasis is placed on the communica - tion process, perception, listening, self-disclosure, speech apprehension, ethics, nonverbal communication, conflict, power, and dysfunctional communication relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate inter - personal communication skills, apply basic principles of group discussion, and manage conflict in interpersonal communication situations. This course has been a… --- # WLD 231 — GTAW Prerequisites: WLD 132 Corequisites: None This course covers gas tungsten arc welding on pipe. Topics include joint prepara- tion and fit up with emphasis placed on safety, GTAW welding technique, bead application, and joint geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to perform GTAW welds to applicable codes on pipe with prescribed electrodes and filler materials in various pipe positions. --- # WLD 215 — SMAW Prerequisites: WLD 151 or WLD 116 Corequisites: None This course covers the knowledge and skills that apply to welding pipe. Topics include pipe positions, joint geometry, and preparation with emphasis placed on bead application, profile, and discontinuities. Upon completion, students should be able to perform SMAW welds to applicable codes on carbon steel pipe with prescribed electrodes in various positions. Course Descriptions --- # WLD 122 — GMAW Prerequisites: WLD 121 Corequisites: None This course is designed to enhance skills with the gas metal arc (MIG) welding process. Emphasis is placed on advancing skills with the GMAW process making groove welds on carbon steel plate and pipe in various positions. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to perform groove welds with prescribed electrodes on various joint geometry. Course Descriptions WLD 122AB GMAW (MIG) Plate/Pipe-AB (Spring) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: WLD 121 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of WLD 122. WLD 122BB GMAW (MIG) Plate/Pipe-BB (Fall) 0 3 1 Prerequisites: WLD… --- # WLD 116 — SMAW Prerequisites: WLD 115 Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course is designed to enhance skills with the shielded metal art (stick) weld- ing process. Emphasis is placed on advancing manipulative skills with SMAW electrodes on varying joint geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to perform groove welds on carbon steel with prescribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. WLD 116AB SMAW (Stick) Plate/Pipe-AC (Spring) 1 4 2 Prerequisites: WLD 115 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of WLD 116. WLD 116BB SMAW (Stick) Plate/Pipe-BC (Fall)… --- # WLD 141 — Symbols and Specifications Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic symbols and specifications used in welding. Em- phasis is placed on interpretation of lines, notes, welding symbols, and specifica- tions. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret symbols and specifications commonly used in welding. --- # WLD 132 — GTAW Prerequisites: WLD 131 Corequisites: None This course is designed to enhance skills with the gas tungsten arc (TIG) weld - ing process. Topics include setup, joint preparation, and electrode selection with emphasis on manipulative skills in all welding positions on plate and pipe. Upon completion, students should be able to perform GTAW welds with prescribed electrodes and filler materials on various joint geometry. WLD 132AB GTAW (TIG) Plate/Pipe-AB (Summer) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Course Descriptions The first of two parts of WLD 132. WLD 132BB GTAW (TIG) Plate/Pipe-BB… --- # WLD 131 — GTAW Total Hours for Certificate 15 COMMUNITY COLLEGE Course Descriptions Course Descriptions the admission requirement in one of the three areas of reading, mathematics, or English. The letters A, B, or C following a course number denote that these courses are offered in sequential parts. All parts must be completed to satisfy the course requirements. Appearing in parenthesis after each course title are the semesters the course is most often scheduled. “Intermittently” means semester scheduling varies. Nash Community College reserves the right to alter semesters when courses are of - fered in acc… --- # MAT 152 — Statistical Methods I Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040, and DMA 050, and DRE 098, or DMA 025, DMA 045, DRE 098 , or MAT 003 with a grade of P2, or MAT 025 Corequisites: None This course provides a project-based approach to introductory statistics with emphasis on using real-world data and statistical literacy. Topics include descrip- tive statistics, correlation and regression, basic probability, discrete and continu- ous probability distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate technology to describe important characteristi… --- # CSC 121 — Python Programming Prerequisites: CTI 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces computer programming using the Python program - ming language. Emphasis is placed on common algorithms and programming principles utilizing the standard library distributed with Python. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to design, code, test, and debug Python language programs. --- # CSC 221 — Advanced Python Programming *CSC 228 Chatbot Programming II 2 3 0 0 3 --- # MAT 263 — Brief Calculus Prerequisites: MAT 171 Corequisites: None This course is designed to introduce concepts of differentiation and integra - tion and their application to solving problems. Topics include graphing, differ - entiation, and integration with emphasis on applications drawn from business, economics, and biological and behavioral sciences. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the use of basic calculus and technology to solve problems and to analyze and communicate results. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general edu- cation c… --- # BIO 112 — General Biology II Prerequisites: BIO 111 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of BIO 111. Emphasis is placed on organisms, evolu- tion, 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 trans- fer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # BIO 275 — Microbiology Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 or BIO 163 or BIO 168 Corequisites: None This course covers principles of microbiology and the impact these organisms have on man and the environment. Topics include the various groups of microor- ganisms, 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 micros - copy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, and identification of microor- ganisms. This course has been approved for tra… --- # CHM 151 — General Chemistry I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers fundamental principles and laws of chemistry. Topics include measurement, atomic and molecular structure, periodicity, chemical reactions, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, and solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical laws and concepts as needed in CHM 152. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Compo - nent (UGETC) course. --- # CHM 152 — General Chemistry II Prerequisites: CHM 151 Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course provides a continuation of the study of the fundamental principles and laws of chemistry. Topics include kinetics, equilibrium, ionic and redox equations, acid-base theory, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, introduction to nuclear and organic chemistry, and complex ions, Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an under- standing of chemical concepts as needed to pursue further study in chemistry and related professional fields. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a genera… --- # BIO 250 — Genetics Mathematics Electives (pick one): --- # HUM 115 — Critical Thinking 3 0 0 0 3 73 credits · 73 hours Major Core Courses *DEN 110 Orofacial Anatomy 2 2 0 0 3 *DEN 111 Infection/Hazard Control 2 0 0 0 2 *DEN 112 Dental Radiography 2 3 0 0 3 *DEN 120 Dental Hyg Preclinic Lec 2 0 0 0 2 *DEN 121 Dental Hygiene Preclin Lab 0 6 0 0 2 *DEN 123 Nutrition/Dental Health 2 0 0 0 2 *DEN 124 Periodontology 2 0 0 0 2 *DEN 125 Dental Office Emergencies 1 0 0 0 1 *DEN 130 Dental Hygiene Theory I 2 0 0 0 2 *DEN 131 Dental Hygiene Clinic I 0 0 9 0 3 *DEN 140 Dental Hygiene Theory II 1 0 0 0 1 *DEN 141 Dental Hygiene Clinic II 0 0 6 0 2 *DEN 220 Dental Hygiene Theory III 2 0 0 0 2 *DEN 221 Dental Hygiene Clinic… --- # ACC 150 — 3 0 0 0 3 66 credits · 66 hours Major Core Courses *HMT 110 Introduction to Healthcare Mgmt. 3 0 0 0 3 *HMT 210 Medical Insurance 3 0 0 0 3 *HMT 212 Management of Healthcare Org. 3 0 0 0 3 *HMT 215 Legal Aspects of Healthcare Admin. 3 0 0 0 3 *HMT 220 Healthcare Financial Management 4 0 0 0 4 *HMT 225 Practice Management Simulation 2 2 0 0 3 *MED 121 Medical Terminology I 3 0 0 0 3 and *MED 122 Medical Terminology II 3 0 0 0 3 *BUS 153 Human Resource Management 3 0 0 0 3 *WBL 110 World of Work 1 0 0 0 1 *WBL 112 Work Based Learning I 0 0 0 20 2 Total credit hours 66 *Courses with an asterisk (*) are not offered at Nash Comm… --- # PHY 110 — This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Prerequisites: MAT 171 or MAT 271 Corequisites: None This course uses algebra – and trigonometry-based mathematical models to introduce the fundamental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and measurement, vectors, linear kinematics and dynamics, en - ergy, power, momentum, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem-solving ability for t… --- # ECO 251 — Principles of Microeconomics 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces economic analysis of individual, business, and industry in the market economy. Topics include the price mechanism, supply and demand, optimizing economic behavior, costs and revenue, market structures, factor mar- kets, income distribution, market failure, and government intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and evaluate consumer and busi- ness alternatives in order to efficiently achieve economic objectives. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or el… --- # DFT 170 — Engineering Graphics 6 credits · 6 hours Associate in Nursing CCP Pathway- P1032C The Associate in Nursing CCP Pathway offers students a portion of the classes needed for an Associate in Nursing Degree. Associate in Nursing CCP Pathway P1032C = 24 Credits Associate in Nursing Degree = 74-75 Credits (CCP Pathway + 50-51 Additional Credits) Students must complete the CCP Pathway in its entirety before taking additional courses towards the Associate’s Degree. Hrs Work Class Lab Clin Exp Credits English Composition (6 Credits) --- # PSY 241 — Developmental Psychology Prerequisites: PSY 150 Corequisites: None This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psy- chosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Social/ Behavioral Sciences. --- # AST 152A — General Astronomy II Lab 1 credits · 1 hours Other Required Courses (1 Credit) CCP CTE Pathways Advertising and Graphic Design Certificate - C30100BH Hrs Work Class Lab Clin Exp Credits --- # GRD 142 — Graphic Design II Prerequisites: GRD 141 or GRD 151 Corequisites: None This course covers the application of graphic design principles. Topics include creation of various designs, such as branding, advertisements, and publication design. Upon completion, students should be able to apply design principles and develop design solutions. --- # AUT 183 — Engine Performance II Prerequisites: AUT 181 Corequisites: None This course covers study of the electronic engine control systems, the diagnos - tic 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 per- formance concerns using appropriate test equipment and service information. --- # TRN 145 — Advanced Transport Electronics Prerequisites: TRN 120 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced transportation electronic systems including pro - grammable logic controllers, on-board data networks, telematics, high voltage systems, navigation, collision avoidance systems and electronic accessories. Top- ics include interpretation of wiring schematics, reprogramming PLCs, diagnos - ing and testing data networks and other electronic concerns. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to reprogram PLCs, diagnose and test data networks and other electronic concerns, and work safely with high volt- age… --- # ELN 133 — Digital Electronics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers combinational and sequential logic circuits. Topics include number systems, Boolean algebra, logic families, medium scale integration (MSI) and large scale integration (LSI), analog to digital (AD) and digital to analog (DA) conversion, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot digital circuits using appropriate techniques and test equipment. ELN 133AB Digital Electronics - AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELN 133. E… --- # CET 251 — Software Engineering Principles Prerequisites: CSC 143 Corequisites: None This course introduces the methodology used to manage the development pro - cess for complex software systems. Topics include the software life cycle, resource allocation, team dynamics, design techniques, and tools that support these Course Descriptions activities. Upon completion, students should be able to design and build robust software in a team setting. --- # COS 116 — Salon III Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Em- phasis is placed on intermediate-level of skin care, manicuring, scalp treatments, shampooing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate these salon services. Course Descriptions --- # SEC 180 — Info Assurance Principles Prerequisites: SEC 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces students to the concepts of layered and comprehensive Information Assurance best practices. Topics include user defensive measures, edge defensive measures, along with confidentiality, integrity and availability of enterprise data with the business continuity concepts of: redundancy, disaster re- covery, incident handling, compliance and auditing. Upon completion, students should be able to plan effective information assurance strategies. --- # ELC 115 — Industrial Wiring Prerequisites: ELC 111 or ELC 113 or ELC 131 Corequisites: None This course covers layout, planning, and installation of wiring systems in industrial facilities. Emphasis is placed on industrial wiring methods and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to install industrial systems and equipment. --- # MAC 151 — Machining Calculations Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to machining occupa - tions. Emphasis is placed on basic calculations and their applications in the ma - chine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic shop calculations. Course Descriptions --- # MED 110 — Orientation to Medical Assist Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the history of medicine and the role of the medical assistant in the health care setting. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, attitude, behaviors, and duties in the medical environment. Upon completion, students should be able to project a positive attitude and promote the profession of medical assisting. Course Descriptions --- # WLD 115 — SMAW Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the shielded metal arc (stick) welding process. Emphasis is placed on padding, fillet, and groove welds in various positions with SMAW electrodes. Upon completion, students should be able to perform SMAW fillet and groove welds on carbon plate with prescribed electrodes. WLD 115AB SMAW (Stick) Plate-AB (Fall) 2 4 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This first of two parts of WLD 115. WLD 115BB SMAW (Stick) Plate-BB (Spring) 0 5 2 Prerequisites: WLD 115AC Corequisites: None A continuation of WLD 115AB and second part of WLD 115. --- # ACC 120 — Principles of Financial Accounting 3 2 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces business decision-making using accounting informa - tion systems. Emphasis is placed on analyzing, summarizing, reporting, and in - terpreting 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 ap - proved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Course Descriptions --- # ACC 121 — Principles of Managerial Accounting 3 2 4 Prerequisites: ACC 120 Corequisites: None 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 includ- ing product-costing systems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # ACC 129 — Individual Income Taxes Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the relevant laws governing individual income taxation. Topics include tax law, electronic research and methodologies, and the use of technology for preparation of individual income tax returns. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze basic tax scenarios, research applicable tax law, and complete various individual tax forms. --- # ACC 130 — Business Income Taxes Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the relevant laws governing business and fiduciary in - come taxes. Topics include tax law relating to business organizations, electronic research and methodologies, and the use of technology for the preparation of business tax returns. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze ba - sic tax scenarios, research applicable tax law, and complete various business tax forms. --- # ACC 140 — Payroll Accounting Prerequisites: ACC 115 or ACC 120 Corequisites: None This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to wages, payroll taxes, pay- roll 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 pre- pare accounting entries using appropri- ate technology. Course Descriptions --- # ACC 220 — Intermediate Accounting I Prerequisites: ACC 120 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of the study of accounting principles with in-depth coverage of theoretical concepts and balance sheet components. Topics include generally accepted accounting principles and extensive analyses of financial statements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate compe - tence in the conceptual framework under- lying financial accounting, including the application of financial standards. --- # ACC 221 — Intermediate Accounting II Prerequisites: ACC 220 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of ACC 220. Emphasis is placed on special problems which may include leases, bonds, investments, ratio analysis, present value appli- cations, accounting changes and corrections. 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. --- # AHR 110 — Introduction to Refrigeration Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic refrigeration process used in mechanical refrig - eration and air conditioning systems. Topics include terminology, safety, and identification and function of components; refrigeration cycle, and tools and Course Descriptions instrumentation used in mechanical refrigeration systems. Upon completion, stu- dents should be able to identify refrigeration systems and components, explain the refrigeration process, and use the tools and instrumentation of the trade. --- # ANT 220 — Cultural Anthropology Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course introduces the nature of human culture. Emphasis is placed on cul - tural theory, methods of fieldwork, and cross-cultural comparisons in the areas of ethnology, language, and the cultural past. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic cultural processes and how cul - tural data are collected and analyzed. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. --- # ART 114 — Art History Survey I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the development of art forms from ancient times to the Re - naissance. Emphasis is placed on content, terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding of art as a product reflective of human social development. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in humanities/fine arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # AST 111A — Descriptive Astronomy Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AST111 This course is a laboratory to accompany AST 111. Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences that enhance the materials presented in AST 111 and which provide Course Descriptions 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 and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Sci- ence. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # AST 151 — General Astronomy I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AST 151A 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 mete- ors. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general under - standing of the solar system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Uni- versal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # AST 151A — General Astronomy I Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AST 151 This 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 and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Sci - ence. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # AST 152 — General Astronomy II 3 0 3 Prerequisites: AST 151 Corerequisites: None --- # ATR 280 — Robotic Fundamentals Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers application, programming, and maintenance fundamentals for robotic devices. Emphasis is placed on terminology, problem solving, robotic systems controls, and hands-on projects. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic concepts in application, programming, and robotic control systems. Course Descriptions ATR 280AB Robotic Fundamentals-AB (Fall) 1 2 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ATR 280. ATR 280BB Robotic Fundamentals-BB (Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: ATR 280AB Corequisites: None A conti… --- # ATR 281 — Automated Manufacturing Prerequisites: ATR 280 Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts and principles of automation in the manu - facturing environment. Emphasis is placed on the devices used in hard and flex - ible automated systems, including the study of inputs, outputs, and control sys - tem integration. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, design, and implement automation to support manufacturing process. --- # AUT 114 — Safety and Emissions Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AUT 114A This course covers the laws, procedures, and specifications needed to perform a North Carolina State Safety and Emissions inspection. Topics include brake, steer- ing and suspension, lighting, horn, windshield wiper, tire, mirrors, and emission control devices inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to perform complete and thorough North Carolina State Safety and Emissions inspections. --- # AUT 114A — Safety and Emissions Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AUT 114 This course is an optional lab that allows students to enhance their understanding of North Carolina State Emissions Inspection failures. Topics include evaporative, positive crankcase ventilation, exhaust gas recirculation and exhaust emissions systems operation, including catalytic converter failure diagnosis. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to employ diagnostic strategies to repair vehicle emissions failures resulting from North Carolina State Emissions inspection. --- # AUT 116 — Engine Repair Prerequisites: None Corequisites: TRN 110 This course covers the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems. Topics include fundamental Course Descriptions 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 141 — Suspension and Steering Systems Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AUT 141A This course covers principles of operation, types, and diagnosis/repair of suspen- sion and steering systems to include steering geometry. Topics include manual and power steering systems and standard and electronically controlled suspen - sion 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 141A — Suspension and Steering Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AUT 141 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 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 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: AUT 151A This course covers principles of operation and types, diagnosis, service, and re - pair of brake systems. Topics include drum and disc brakes involving hydraulic, vacuum boost, hydra- boost, electrically powered boost, and anti-lock and park - ing brake systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, ser - vice, and repair various automotive braking systems. --- # AUT 163 — Advanced Auto Electricity Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers electronic theory, wiring diagrams, test equipment, and diag- nosis, repair, and replacement of electronics, lighting, gauges, horn, wiper, acces- sories, and body modules. Topics include networking and module communica - tion, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, and troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, di - agnose, test, and repair wiring, lighting, gauges, accessories, modules, and elec - tronic concerns. --- # AUT 181 — Engine Performance I Prerequisites: AUT 116 Corequisites: None 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 sys - tems 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 212 — Auto Shop Management Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the principals of management essential to decision-making, communication, authority, and leadership. Topics include shop supervision, shop organization, customer relations, cost effectiveness and work place ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic automotive shop opera - tion from a management standpoint. --- # AUT 213 — Automotive Servicing II Prerequisites: AUT 113 Corequisites: None 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 231 — Manual Transmissions/Axles/Drive Trains Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the operation, diagnosis, and repair of manual transmissions/ transaxles, clutches, driveshafts, axles, and final drives. Topics include theory of torque, power flow, and manual drive train service and repair using appropriate service information, tools, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to explain operational theory, diagnose and repair manual drive trains. --- # AUT 281 — Advanced Engine Performance Prerequisites: AUT 183 Corequisites: None This course utilizes service information and specialized test equipment to diag - nose and repair power train control systems. Topics include computerized igni - tion, fuel and emission systems, related diagnostic tools and equipment, data communication networks, and service information. Upon completion, students should be able to perform diagnosis and repair. --- # BIO 110 — Principles of Biology Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-sci - ence majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, ge- netics, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better under- standing of biology as it applies to every- day life. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Sci- ence. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) c… --- # BIO 155 — Nutrition Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None 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 accep- tance 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 nu- trients, the mechanisms of digestion and the nutritional requirements of all age groups. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and… --- # BIO 168 — Anatomy and Physiology I 3 3 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the in- tegumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding Course Descriptions of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # BIO 175 — General Microbiology Prerequisites: BIO 110 or BIO 111 or BIO 163 or BIO 168 Corequisites: None This course covers the principles of microbiology with emphasis on microorgan- isms and human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical micro- biology, identification and control of pathogens, disease trans- mission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of micro- organisms and the disease process as well as aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or ele… --- # BPR 111 — Print Reading Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of print reading. Topics include line types, ortho- graphic projections, dimensioning methods, and notes. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic prints and visualize the features of a part. --- # BPT 110 — Media Evolution Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces media in the United States. Emphasis is placed on indus - try development, media ethics, governmental oversight, technological advance- ments, revenue models, and audience shifts and trends. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to demonstrate knowledge of regulations, organizational structures, revenue sources, historical development, and on-going operation in media related industries. --- # BPT 112 — Media Writing 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the principles for writing for media. Emphasis is placed on understanding target audiences and demographics, while shaping the mes - sage to meet the specificity of the content platform. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and write copy and scripts according to standard industry formats. --- # BPT 121 — Media Speech Techniques 2 3 3 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course covers basic preparation and speaking performance. Emphasis is placed on proper articulation, pronunciation, rate of delivery, pitch, breathing techniques, inflection, projection, and phrasing for media talent. Upon comple - tion, students should be able demonstrate effective communication to a target audience. --- # BPT 131 — Audio Production I 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the creation, development, production, and presentation of audio programming elements for various formats and platforms. Emphasis is placed on the operation of professional audio equipment, microphones, and Course Descriptions recording devices. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly oper - ate audio recording and playback equipment and demonstrate an understand - ing of the basic components of sound. --- # BPT 132 — Audio Production II Prerequisites: BPT 131 Corequisites: None This course is designed to advance the skills learned in BPT 131 Audio Production I and covers creation, development, production, and presentation of audio pro - gramming elements for various formats and platforms. Emphasis is placed on the operation of professional audio equipment, microphones, and recording devices. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly operate audio recording and playback equipment and demonstrate an understanding of the basic com - ponents of sound. --- # BPT 136 — Audio Performance II 0 4 2 Prerequisites: BPT 135 Corerequisites: None This course is designed to advance skills learned in BPT 135 Audio Performance I and focuses on audio performance and audio content creation. Emphasis is placed on diction, scripting, recording, ad-libbing, microphone techniques, ar - ticulation, pronunciation, and presentation of audio broadcasting elements for broadcast and/or other electronic media applications. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to demonstrate competency in audio communications. --- # BPT 215 — Industry Career Preparation Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course covers employment trends and job descriptions in media, research, resume development, industry best practices for showcasing competencies in technical skills, and interviewing skills. Emphasis is placed on preparing students for employment in various jobs in media. Upon completion, students should be Course Descriptions able to research, analyze, and identify employment opportunities in industry that match skills mastered in the Audio and Video Production Technology Program. --- # BPT 231 — Video Production I 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop technical abilities and a creative eye for pro - ducing effective videos. Emphasis is placed on fundamental techniques and aes- thetics of planning, shooting, lighting, sound design, and editing. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to create professional video productions in a team environment. --- # BPT 232 — Video Production II 2 Prerequisites: BPT 231 Corequisites: None This course is designed to advance the study of video production learned in --- # BPT 236 — Video Performance II 0 6 2 Prerequisites: BPT 235 Corerequisites: None This course is designed to advance the skills learned in BPT 235 Video Perfor - mance I and provides hands-on experience in the operation of video equipment. Emphasis is placed on the application of skills through direct participation in the production or distribution of video. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in creating video content. --- # BPT 241 — Multimedia Journalism I Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None Course Descriptions This course introduces the gathering, writing, delivery, editing, and production of news stories and reports. Emphasis is placed on proper news writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to write news scripts and produce news content. --- # BPT 255 — Computer-Based Production 2 3 3 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course covers editing software for multimedia production. Emphasis is placed on advanced digital editing software and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate advanced use of motion graphics, ty - pography, image compositing, visual effects, and color correction. --- # BPT 285 — Broadcast Prod Capstone Prerequisites: BPT 132 or BPT 232 Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to complete a media project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor guidance. Emphasis is placed on analyzing, planning, production, post-production, delivery, and evalu- ation. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, produce and deliver a media project. --- # BUS 110 — Introduction to Business Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic prin- ciples 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 and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Identify various forms of business organizations. 2. Define business vocabulary. 3. Describe the basics of business ethics. 4. Explain b… --- # BUS 115 — Business Law I Prerequisites: DRE 097 or ENG 002 Tier 1 Corequisites: None This course introduces the ethics and legal framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Course Descriptions Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon comple - tion the student should be able to identify legal and ethical issues that arise in business decisions and the laws that apply to them. This course has been ap - proved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Student Learning Outcomes 1. Id… --- # BUS 125 — Personal Finance Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of individual and family financial decisions. Empha - sis is placed on building useful skills in buying, managing finances, increasing resources, and coping with current economic conditions. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to develop a personal financial plan. --- # BUS 151 — People Skills Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic concepts of identity and communication in the business setting. Topics include self-concept, values, communication styles, feel- ings and emotions, roles versus relationships, and basic assertiveness, listening, Course Descriptions and conflict resolution. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between unhealthy, self-destructive, communication patterns and healthy, non- destructive, positive communication patterns. --- # BUS 225 — Business Finance Prerequisites: ACC 120 Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of business financial management. Emphasis is placed on financial statement analysis, time value of money, management of cash flow, risk and return, and sources of financing. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret and apply the principles of financial management. --- # BUS 238 — Integrated Management Prerequisites: ACC 120, BUS 137, ECO 251 or ECO 252 Corequisites: None This course provides a management simulation exercise in which students make critical managerial decisions based upon the situations that arise in operating competitive business enterprises. Topics include operations management, fore - casting, budgeting, purchasing, facility layout, aggregate planning, and work im- provement techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the variety of analytical and decision-making requirements that will be faced in a business. --- # BUS 260 — Business Communication Prerequisites: ENG 110 or ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Em- phasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presenta- tions. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place. Course Descriptions --- # CET 111 — Computer Upgrade/Repair I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers repairing, servicing, and upgrading computers and periph - erals in preparation for industry certification. Topics include CPU/memory/bus identification, disk sub- systems, hardware/software installation/configuration, common device drivers, data recovery, system maintenance, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely repair and/or upgrade computer systems to perform within specifications. --- # CET 130 — Operating System Prin Prerequisites: EGR-125 Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts, usage, internals and applications of operat- ing systems used in engineering technology. Topics include resource manage - ment, shells, schedulers, file systems, networking, software considerations and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to choose and evaluate an operating system for engineering applications. --- # CHM 130 — General Organic & Biochemistry 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: CHM 130A This course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of general, organic, and biochemistry. Topics include measurement, molecular structure, nuclear chemistry, solutions, acid-base chemistry, gas laws, and the structure, properties, and reactions of major organic and biological groups. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental chemical con - cepts. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # CHM 251 — Organic Chemistry I Prerequisites: CHM 152 Corequisites: None This course provides a systematic study of the theories, principles, and tech - niques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions, and mechanisms of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers; further topics include isomerization, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of covered organic topics as needed in CHM 252. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or electiv… --- # CHM 252 — Organic Chemistry II Prerequisites: CHM 251 Corequisites: None This course provides continuation of the systematic study of the theories, prin - ciples, and techniques of organic chemistry. Topics include nomenclature, struc- ture, properties, re- actions, and mechanisms of aromatics, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, amines and heterocyclics; multi-step synthesis will be emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of organic concepts as needed to pursue further study in chem- istry and related professional fields. This course has been approved for tran… --- # CJC 110 — Basic Law Enforcement Training Prerequisites: Sponsorship letter required from a Public Law Enforcement Agency which must be maintained throughout the course. Corequisites: None This course covers the basic skills and knowledge needed for entry-level em - ployment as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina. Topics include those mandated by North Carolina Administration Code as essential for functioning in law enforcement. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate competence in the topics required for the state comprehensive certification examination. --- # CJC 111 — Introduction to Criminal Justice Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the components and processes of the criminal justice system. Topics include history, structure, functions, and philosophy of the crimi - nal justice system and their relationship to life in our society. Upon completion, students should be able to define and describe the major system components and their interrelationships and evaluate career options. This course has been ap- proved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # CJC 112 — Criminology Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces deviant behavior as it relates to criminal activity. Topics include theories of crime causation; statistical analysis of criminal behavior; past, present, and future social control initiatives; and other related topics. Upon com- pletion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response. This course has been approved for transfer un - der the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. --- # CJC 113 — Juvenile Justice Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the juvenile justice system and related juvenile issues. Topics include an overview of the juvenile justice system, treatment and prevention pro- grams, special areas and laws unique to juveniles, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss juvenile court structure/ Course Descriptions procedures, function and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing/ detention of juveniles, and case disposition. This course has been approved for transfer un- der the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elec… --- # CJC 114 — Investigative Photography Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the operation of digital photographic equipment and its ap - plication to criminal justice. Topics include the use of digital cameras, storage of digital images, the retrieval of digital images and preparation of digital images as evidence. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and explain the role and use of digital photography, image storage and retrieval in criminal investigations. --- # CJC 120 — Interviews/Interrogations Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers basic and special techniques employed in criminal justice interviews and interrogations. Emphasis is placed on the interview/interroga - tion process, including interpretation of verbal and physical behavior and legal perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct interviews/ interrogations in a legal, efficient, and professional manner and obtain the truth from suspects, witnesses, and victims. --- # CJC 121 — Law Enforcement Operations Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces fundamental law enforcement operations. Topics include the con- temporary evolution of law enforcement operations and related is - sues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain theories, practices, and issues related to law enforcement operations. This course has been ap - proved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # CJC 122 — Community Policing Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the historical, philosophical, and practical dimensions of com- munity policing. Emphasis is placed on the empowerment of police and the com- munity to find solutions to problems by forming partnerships. Upon completion, students should be able to define community policing, describe how community policing strategies solve problems, and compare community policing to tradi - tional policing. Course Descriptions --- # CJC 131 — Criminal Law Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the history/evolution/principles and contemporary applica - tions of criminal law. Topics include sources of substantive law, classification of crimes, parties to crime, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsibility, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the sources of law and identify, interpret, and apply the appropriate statutes/ elements. CJC 131AB Criminal Law 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of CJC 131. CJC 131BB Criminal Law 1 0 1 Prerequisites:… --- # CJC 132 — Court Procedure and Evidence Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers judicial structure/process/procedure from incident to dispo - sition, kinds and degrees of evidence, and the rules governing admissibility of evidence in court. Topics include consideration of state and federal courts, arrest, search and seizure laws, exclusionary and statutory rules of evidence, and other related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss procedures necessary to establish a lawful arrest/ search, proper judicial proce - dures, and the admissibility of evidence. --- # CJC 141 — Corrections Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current prac- tices and problems of the field of corrections. Topics include historical evolution, functions of the various components, alternatives to incarceration, treatment programs, inmate control, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the various components, processes, and functions of the correctional system. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Course Descriptions --- # CJC 144 — Crime Scene Processing Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the theories and practices of crime scene processing and investigating. Topics include legal considerations at the crime scene, processing indoor and outdoor scenes, recording, note taking, collection and preservation of evidence and submission to the crime laboratory. Upon completion, the student should be able to evaluate and search various crime scenes and demonstrate the appropriate techniques. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Latent Evidence concentration in the Criminal Justice Technology Program. --- # CJC 145 — Crime Scene CAD Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the student to CAD software for crime scenes. Topics include drawing, editing, file management and drafting theory and practices. Upon completion, the students should be able to produce and plot a crime scene drawing. --- # CJC 146 — Trace Evidence Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of trace evidence as it relates to forensic science. Topics include collection, packaging, and preservation of trace evidence from crime scenes such as bombings, fires and other scenes. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to demonstrate the fundamental concepts of trace evidence collection, preservation and submission to the crime laboratory. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Latent Evidence concentration in the Criminal Justice Technology Program. --- # CJC 151 — Introduction to Loss Prevention Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts and methods related to commercial and pri- vate security systems. Topics include the historical, philosophical, and legal basis of security, with emphasis on security surveys, risk analysis, and associated func - tions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and understand security systems, risk management, and the laws relative to loss prevention. --- # CJC 213 — Substance Abuse Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a study of substance abuse in our society. Topics include the his - tory and classifications of drug abuse and the social, physical, and psychological impact of drug abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to identify vari- ous types of drugs, their effects on human behavior and society, and treatment modalities. CJC 213AB Substance Abuse AB (Fall) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of CJC 213. CJC 213BB Substance Abuse BB (Spring) 1 0 1 Prerequisites: CJC 213AB Corequisites: None A continuation of… --- # CJC 214 — Victimology Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is placed on roles/charac - teristics of victims, victim interaction with the criminal justice system and society, current victim assistance programs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and identify victims, the uniqueness of victims’ roles, and current victim assistance programs. --- # CJC 215 — Organization and Administration Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the components and functions of organization and ad - ministration as it applies to the agencies of the criminal justice system. Topics include operations/functions of organizations; recruiting, training, and retention of personnel; funding and budgeting; communications; span of control and dis - cretion; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the basic components and functions of a criminal justice or - ganization and its administrative operations. Course Descriptions --- # CJC 221 — Investigative Principles Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the theories and fundamentals of the investigative pro - cess. Topics include crime scene/incident processing, Information-gathering techniques, collection/ preservation of evidence, preparation of appropriate re - ports, court presentations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, explain, and demonstrate the techniques of the inves- tigative process, report preparation, and court- room presentation. --- # CJC 222 — Criminalistics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the functions of the forensic laboratory and its relationship to successful criminal investigation and prosecutions. Topics include advanced crime scene processing, investigative techniques, current forensic technologies, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and collect relevant evidence at simulated crime scenes and request appropriate laboratory analysis of submitted evidence. --- # CJC 225 — Crisis Intervention Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces critical incident intervention and management techniques as they apply to operational criminal justice practitioners. Emphasis is placed on the victim/of- fender situation as well as job-related high stress, dangerous, or problem-solving citizen contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to provide insightful analysis of emotional, violent, drug-induced, and other critical and/or stressful incidents that require field analysis and/or resolution. --- # CJC 241 — Community-Based Corrections Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers programs for convicted offenders that are used both as al - ternatives to incarceration and in post-incarceration situations. Topics include offenders, diversion, house arrest, restitution, community service, probation and parole, including both public and private participation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss the various pro - grams from the perspective of the criminal justice professional, the offender, and the community. --- # CJC 245 — Friction Ridge Analysis Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic elements of fingerprint technology and tech - niques applicable to the criminal justice field. Topics include the history and meaning of fingerprints, pattern types and classification filing sequence, search - ing and referencing. Upon completion, the students should be able to discuss and demonstrate the fundamental techniques of basic fingerprint technology. This course is a unique concentration requirement in the Latent Evidence con - centration in the Criminal Justice Technology Program. --- # CJC 246 — Advanced Friction Ridge Analysis Prerequisites: CJC 245 Corequisites: None This course introduces the theories and processes of advanced friction ridge analysis. Topics include evaluation of friction ridges, chart preparation, compara- tive analysis for values determination rendering proper identification, chemical enhancement and AFIS preparation and usage. Upon completion, students must show an understanding of proper procedures for friction ridge analysis through written testing and practical exercises. This course is a unique concentration re - quirement in the Latent Evidence concentration in the Criminal Justice Techno… --- # CJC 251 — Forensic Chemistry I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of the fundamental concepts of chemistry as it re - lates to forensic science. Topics include physical and chemical properties of sub- stances, metric measurements, chemical changes, elements, compounds, gases, and atomic structure. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of forensic chemistry. --- # COM 140 — Intro Intercultural Communication 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces techniques of cultural research, definitions, functions, characteristics, and impacts of cultural differences in public address. Emphasis is Course Descriptions placed on how diverse backgrounds influence the communication act and how cultural perceptions and experiences determine how one sends and receives messages. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an under - standing of the principles and skills needed to be- come effective in communi - cating outside one’s primary culture. This course has been approv… --- # COM 231 — Public Speaking Prerequisites: DRE 097, ENG 002 Tier 1, ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and… --- # COS 111 — Cosmetology Concepts I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 112 This course introduces basic cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, first aid, sanitation, bacteriology, anatomy, diseases and disorders, hygiene, product knowledge, chemistry, ethics, manicures, and other related topics. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology con- cepts in the salon setting. COS 111AB Cosmetology Concepts I-AB (Fall) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 112AB The first of two parts of COS 111. COS 111BB Cosmetology Concepts I-BB (Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: COS 111AB Coreq… --- # COS 112 — Salon I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 111 This course introduces basic salon services. Topics include scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, permanent waving, pressing, relaxing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently demonstrate salon services. COS 112AB Salon I-AB (Fall) 0 12 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COS 111AB The first of two parts of COS 112. COS 112AB Salon I-BB (Fall, Spring) 0 12 4 Prerequisites: COS 112AB Corequisites: COS 111BB A continuation of COS 112AB and final part of COS 112. --- # COS 113 — Cosmetology Concepts II Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, chemistry, manicuring, chemical restructuring, and hair coloring. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and compe - tently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. COS 113AB Cosmetology Concepts II-AB (Fall, Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of COS 113. COS 113BB Cosmetology Concepts II-BB (Fall, Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None A… --- # COS 114 — Salon II Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include ba - sic skin care, manicuring, nail application, scalp treatments, shampooing, rinsing, hair color, design, haircutting, chemical restructuring, pressing, wigs, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and compe - tently demonstrate these salon services. Course Descriptions COS 114AB Salon II-AB (Fall, Spring) 0 12 4 Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of COS 114 COS 114BB Salon II-BB (Spring)… --- # COS 115 — Cosmetology Concepts III Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electric- ity/light therapy, wigs, thermal hair styling, lash and brow tinting, superfluous hair removal, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting. COS 115AB Cosmetology Concepts III-AB (Fall, Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of COS 115. COS… --- # COS 117 — Cosmetology Concepts IV Prerequisites: COS 111, COS 112 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced cosmetology concepts. Topics include chemistry and hair structure, advanced cutting and design, and an overview of all cosme - tology concepts in preparation for the licensing examination. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these cosmetology concepts and meet program completion requirements. --- # CSC 134 — C++ Programming Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces computer programming using the C++ programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating ob - jects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug at a begin - ning level. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. --- # CSC 143 — Object-Oriented Programming Prerequisites: CSC 251 or CSC 151 Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts of object-oriented programming. Empha - sis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating objects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion, students should be able to design, test, debug, and implement objects at the application level using the appropriate environment. --- # CSC 151 — Java Programming Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces computer programming using the JAVA programming language with object-oriented programming principles. Emphasis is placed on event-driven programming methods, including creating and manipulating ob - jects, classes, and using object-oriented tools such as the class debugger. Upon completion students should be able to design, code, test, debug JAVA language programs. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement. Course Descriptions --- # CTI 110 — Web, Pgm & DB Foundation Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to technology concepts and current trends in IT. Topics include foundational concepts across various IT domains such as, but not limited to, artificial intelligence, database fundamentals, programming principles, and web development. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge in core IT areas and apply skills critical for their aca - demic and professional success. --- # CTI 141 — Cloud & Storage Concepts Prerequisites: NOS 130 Corequisites: None This course introduces cloud computing and storage concepts. Emphasis is placed on cloud terminology, virtualization, storage networking and access con- trol. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to instal- lation, configuration and management of cloud storage systems. --- # CTI 240 — Virtualization Admin I Prerequisites: NOS 130 Corequisites: None This course covers datacenter virtualization concepts. Topics include data stor - age, virtual network configuration, virtual machine and virtual application de - ployment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to virtual machine and hypervisor installation and configuration. --- # CTS 220 — Advanced Hardware/Software Support Prerequisites: CTS 120 Corequisites: None This course provides advanced knowledge and competencies in hardware and operating system technologies for computer technicians to support personal computers. Emphasis is placed on: configuring and upgrading; diagnosis and troubleshooting; as well as preventive maintenance of hardware and system soft- ware. Upon completion, students should be able to install, configure, diagnose, perform preventive maintenance, and maintain basic net- working on personal computers. --- # CTS 289 — System Support Project Prerequisites: CTS 115, CTI 110, CTI 120 and Instructor Permission Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant support project with minimal instructor assistance. Emphasis is placed on written and oral com - munication skills, project definition, documentation, installation, testing, presen- tation, and user training. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a project from the definition phase through implementation. --- # CUL 110 — Sanitation and Safety Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of sanitation and safety relative to the hospitality industry. Topics include personal hygiene, sanitation and safety regulations, use and care of equipment, the principles of food-borne illness, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the content necessary for successful completion of a nation- ally recognized food/safety/sanitation exam. Students must pass the course with a grade of C or better and must pass the ServSafe Food Safety exam with a 70%… --- # CUL 130 — Menu Design Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces menu design and its relationship to foodservice operations. Topics include layout, marketing, concept development, di - etary concerns, product utilization, target consumers, and trends. Upon completion, students should be able to design, create, and produce menus for a variety of foodservice settings. --- # CUL 135 — Food and Beverage Service Prerequisites: None Corequisites: CUL 135A This course is designed to cover the practical skills and knowledge necessary for effective food and beverage service in a variety of settings. Topics include greet- ing/service of guests, dining room set-up, profitability, menu sales and merchan- dising, service styles, and reservations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in human relations and the skills required in the service of foods and beverages. --- # CUL 140 — Culinary Skills I Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, or MAT025 Corequisites: CUL 110 This course introduces the fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques in basic cookery, and moist, dry, and combination heat. Emphasis is placed on recipe con- version, measurements, terminology, classical knife cuts, safe food/equipment handling, flavorings/seasonings, stocks/sauces/soups, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit the basic cooking skills used in the food service industry. Course Descriptions --- # CUL 142 — Fundamentals of Food Prerequisites: None Corequisites: CUL 110 This course introduces the student to the basic principles of cooking, baking and kitchen operations. Topics include preparation methods for protein, starch, veg - etable/fruit identification/selection, storage; breakfast cookery, breads, sweet dough/pastries, basic fabrication, knife skills, and mise en place. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to execute efficiently a broad range of basic cook - ing/baking skills as they apply to different stations in foodservice operations. --- # CUL 160 — Baking I Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, or MAT 025 Corequisites: CUL 110 This course covers basic ingredients, techniques, weights and measures, baking terminology, and formula calculations. Topics include yeast/chemically leavened products, laminated doughs, pastry dough batter, pies/tarts, meringue, custard, cakes and cookies, icings, glazes, and basic sauces. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper scaling and measurement techniques, and prepare and evaluate a variety of bakery products. --- # CUL 170 — Garde Manger I Prerequisites: CUL 240 Corequisites: CUL 110 This course introduces basic cold food preparation techniques and pantry pro - duction. Topics include salads, sandwiches, appetizers, dressings, basic garnishes, cheeses, cold sauces, and related food items. Upon completion, students should be able to present a cold food display and exhibit an understanding of the cold kitchen and its related terminology. --- # CUL 230 — Global Cuisines Prerequisites: CUL 110, CUL 140, CUL 240 Corequisites: None This course provides practical experience in the planning, preparation, and pre - sentation of representative foods from a variety of world cuisines. Emphasis is placed on indigenous ingredients and customs, nutritional concerns, and cook - ing techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to research and ex - ecute a variety of international and domestic menus. --- # CUL 250 — Classical Cuisine Prerequisites: CUL 110, CUL 140, and CUL 240 Corequisites: None This course is designed to reinforce the classical culinary kitchen. Topics include the working Grand Brigade of the kitchen, signature dishes, and classical ban - quets. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in food preparation in a classical/upscale restaurant or banquet setting. --- # DBA 110 — Database Concepts Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Em- phasis is placed on data dictionaries, normalization, data integrity, data model - ing, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement normalized database struc - tures by creating simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms. --- # DBA 115 — Database Applications Prerequisites: DBA 110 Corequisites: None This course applies concepts learned in DBA 110 to a specific DBMS. Topics include manipulating multiple tables, advanced queries, screens and reports, linking, and command files. Upon completion, students should be able to create multiple table systems that demonstrate updates, screens, and reports representative of industry requirements. Course Descriptions --- # DDT 110 — Intellectual/Dev Disabilities Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers intellectual and developmental disabilities. Empha - sis is placed on causes of intellectual/developmental disabilities, service provision, and advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a general knowledge of serving individuals with intellec - tual/developmental disabilities. --- # DFT 151 — CAD I Prerequisites: CIS 110, CIS 113, or EGR 125 Corequisites: None This course introduces CAD software as a drawing tool. Topics include drawing, editing, file management, and plotting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce and plot a CAD drawing. --- # DRA 111 — Theatre Appreciation Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a study of the art, craft, and business of the theatre. Em - phasis is placed on the audience’s appreciation of the work of the playwright, director, actor, designer, producer, and critic. Upon completion, students should Course Descriptions be able to demonstrate a vocabulary of theatre terms and to recognize the con - tributions of various theatre artists. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universa… --- # DRA 170 — Play Production I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an applied laboratory study of the processes involved in the production of a play. Topics include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques associated with producing plays of various periods and styles. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an assigned position with a college theatre production. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a premajor and/ or elective course requirement. --- # DRA 171 — Play Production II Prerequisites: DRA 170 Corequisites: None This course provides an applied laboratory study of the processes involved in the production of a play. Topics include fundamental practices, principles, and techniques associated with producing plays of various periods and styles. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an assigned position with a college theatre production. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a premajor and/ or elective course requirement. --- # EDU 119 — Introduction to Early Child Education (Fall, Spring, Summer) 4 0 4 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the foundations of culturally responsive, equitable and inclusive early childhood education, planning intentional developmentally ap - propriate experiences, learning activities, and teaching strategies for indoor and outdoor environments for all young children, guidance techniques, and profes - sionalism. Topics include theoretical foundations, national early learning stan - dards, NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development, state regulations, program types, career options, professionalism, ethi… --- # EDU 131 — Child, Family and Community Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the development of partnerships among culturally, linguisti - cally and ability diverse families, children, schools and communities through the use of evidence-based strategies. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing and supporting respectful relationships be - tween diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources reflective of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators. Upon completion, students should be able to identify appro-… --- # EDU 144 — Child Development I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes the theories of child development, observation and assess - ment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observa - tion and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learn - ing, emotional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typi - cal/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmen - tal factors that i… --- # EDU 145 — Child Development II Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course includes the theories of child development, observation and as - sessment, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, observation and assessment of developmental sequences in approaches to play/learning, emo - tional/social, health/physical, language/communication and cognitive domains. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain biological and environmental factors that impact development… --- # EDU 146 — Child Guidance Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces evidence-based strategies to build nurturing relationships with each child by applying principles and practical techniques to facilitate de - velopmentally appropriate guidance. Topics include designing responsive/sup - portive learning environments, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic influences on behavior, appropriate expectations, the importance of communication with children/families including using technology and the use of formative assess - ments in establishing intentional strategies for children with unique needs. Upo… --- # EDU 151 — Creative Activities Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces developmentally supportive, diverse, equitable, and inclu- sive creative learning environments with attention to divergent thinking, creative problem-solving, evidence-based teaching practices, and open-ended learning materials and activities that align with the NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Emphasis is placed on best practices providing process-driven, culturally diverse, learning experiences in art, music, creative movement, dance, and dramatic play integrated across all domains and academic content in indoor… --- # EDU 184 — Early Child Intro. Pract Prerequisites: EDU-119 Corequisites: None This course introduces students to early childhood settings and applying skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early child - hood environment. Emphasis is placed on observing children, assisting in the im- plementation of developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, equitable, and ability diverse activities in indoor/outdoor environments for young children, supporting/engaging families, and modeling reflective/professional practices based on national/state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be abl… --- # EDU 187 — Teaching and Learning for All Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces students to knowledge, concepts, and best practices needed to provide developmentally appropriate, effective, inclusive, and cultur - ally responsive educational experiences in the classroom. Topics include growth and development, learning theory, student motivation, teaching diverse learn - ers, classroom management, inclusive environments, student-centered practices, instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, observation/assessment tech - niques, education planning, reflective practice, collaboration, cultural compe - tenc… --- # EDU 216 — Foundations of Education Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the examination of the American educational systems and the teaching profession. Topics include the historical and philosophical in - fluences on education, various perspectives on educational issues, and experi - ences in birth through grade 12 classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to reflect on classroom observations, analyze the different educational approaches, including classical/traditional and progressive, and have knowledge of the various roles of educational systems at the federal, state and local level. Thi… --- # EDU 261 — Early Childhood Administration I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: EDU 119 This course introduces principles and practices essential to preparing and sup - porting child care administrators. Topics include program philosophy, policies and procedures, NC Child Care Law and Rules, business planning, personnel and fiscal management, and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct Supplement for Early Childhood Program Administration. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate a developmentally appropriate program philosophy, locate current state licensing regulations, analyze a business plan and examine comprehensive program poli… --- # EDU 279 — Literacy Develop and Instruct Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide students with concepts and skills of literacy de- velopment, instructional methods/materials and assessment techniques needed to provide scientifically-based, systematic reading and writing instruction into educational practice. Topics include literacy concepts, reading and writing devel- opment, developmentally appropriate pedagogy, culturally-responsive instruc - tion, standards-based outcomes, lesson planning, formative/summative assess - ment, recognizing reading difficulties, research-based interventions, authentic… --- # EDU 284 — Early Child Capstone Prac Prerequisites: EDU 119, EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 146, EDU 151, EDU 184 Corequisites: None This course is designed to allow students to demonstrate acquired skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood envi - ronment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating devel - opmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/ engaging families; and modeling reflective and professional practices based on national and state guidelines. Upon completion, students should be able to apply NC Foundations for Early Lea… --- # ELC 111 — Introduction to Electricity Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts of electricity and test equip - ment to non- electrical/electronic majors. Topics include basic DC and AC prin - ciples (voltage, resistance, current, impedance); components (resistors, inductors and capacitors); power; and operation of test equipment. Upon completion, stu- dents should be able to construct and analyze simple DC and AC circuits using electrical test equipment. --- # ELC 113 — Residential Wiring I Prerequisites: None Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course introduces the care/usage of tools and materials used in residential electrical installations and the requirements of the National Electrical Code. Top- ics include NEC, electrical safety, and electrical blueprint reading; planning, lay - out; and installation of electrical distribution equipment; lighting; overcurrent protection; conductors; branch circuits; and conduits. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to properly install conduits, wiring, and electrical distribu - tion equipment associated with basic electri… --- # ELC 117 — Motors and Controls Prerequisites: ELC 111 or ELC 112 or ELC 131 Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contractors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits. ELC 117AB Motors and Controls-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: ELC 111, ELC 112, or ELC 131 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELC 117. ELC 117BB Motors and Controls-BB (Spring) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: ELC 117AB Corequisites:… --- # ELC 126 — Electrical Computations Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental applications of mathematics which are used by an electrical/electronics technician. Topics include whole numbers, frac- tions, decimals, powers, roots, simple electrical formulas, and usage of a scientific calculator. Upon completion, students should be able to solve simple electrical mathematical problems. --- # ELC 131 — Circuit Analysis I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: ELC 131A This course introduces DC and AC electricity with an emphasis on circuit analy - sis, measurements, and operation of test equipment. Topics include DC and AC principles, circuit analysis laws and theorems, components, test equipment op - eration, circuit simulation software, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret circuit schematics; design, construct, verify, and analyze DC/AC circuits; and properly use test equipment. ELC 131AB Circuit Analysis-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: ELC 131A The fi… --- # ELC 213 — Instrumentation Prerequisites: ELC 112 or ELC 131 Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course covers the fundamentals of instrumentation used in industry. Empha- sis is placed on electric, electronic, and other instruments. Upon completion, stu- dents should be able to install, maintain, and calibrate instrumentation. --- # ELC 228 — PLC Applications Prerequisites: ELC 128 or ELN 260 Corequisites: None This course covers programming and applications of programmable logic con - trollers. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques, networking, specialty I/O modules, and system troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, implement, and maintain complex PLC controlled systems. ELC 228AB PLC Applications-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: ELC 128 or ELN 260 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELC 228. ELC 228BB PLC Applications-BB (Spring) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: ELC 228AB Corequisites: None A continuation of ELC… --- # ELC 231 — Electric Power Systems Prerequisites: ELC 111 or ELC 112 or ELC 131 Corequisites: None This course covers the basic principles of electric power systems, including trans- mission lines, generator and transformer characteristics, and fault detection and correction. Emphasis is placed on line diagrams and per unit calculations for circuit performance analysis in regards to voltage regulation, power factor, and protection devices. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze simple distribution subsystems, calculate fault current, and determine the size and type of circuit protection devices. --- # ELC 233 — Energy Management Prerequisites: ELC 111 or ELC 112 or ELC 231 Corequisites: None This course covers energy management principles and techniques typical of those found in industry and commercial facilities, including load control and peak de - mand reduction systems. Topics include load and peak demand calculations, load shedding, load balance and power factor, priority scheduling, remote sensing and control, and supplementary/alternative energy sources. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to determine energy management parameters, calculate demand and energy use, propose energy manage… --- # ELN 229 — Industrial Electronics Prerequisites: ELC 112 or ELC 131 Corequisites: None This course covers semiconductor devices used in industrial applications. Topics include the basic theory, application, and operating characteristics of semi - conductor devices. Upon completion, students should be able to install and/or troubleshoot these devices for proper operation in an industrial electronic circuit. ELN 229AB Industrial Electronics-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: ELC 112 or ELC 131 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELN 229. ELN 229BB Industrial Electronics-BB (Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: ELN 229AB Corequisit… --- # ELN 232 — Introduction to Microprocessors Prerequisites: ELN 133 Corequisites: None This course introduces microprocessor architecture and microcomputer systems including memory and input/output interfacing. Topics include low-level lan - guage programming, bus architecture, I/O systems, memory systems, interrupts, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot fundamental microprocessor circuits and pro - grams using appropriate techniques and test equipment. --- # ELT 111 — Intro. to Electric Line Construction Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic principles of electricity, tools, and materials. Topics include electrical distribution systems and components and line installation and Course Descriptions maintenance applications. Upon completion, students should be able to identify tools and explain their use in electrical distribution systems. --- # ELT 111A — Intro. to Electric Line Construction Lab 0 6 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: ELT 111 This course provides a laboratory setting to enhance basic electric lineman skills. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with hands-on experience. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate employability and work-related skills required for electric line construction. --- # ELT 112 — National Electrical Safety Code Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the use of the current National Electrical Safety Code. Topics include terms, systems, meters, overhead and underground construction and maintenance procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to apply principles of the NESC. ELT 112AB National Electrical Safety Code-AB (Spring) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The First of two parts of ELT 112. ELT 112BB National Electrical Safety Code-BB (Spring) 0 2 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None A continuation of ELT 112 AB and the final part of ELT 112. The courses a… --- # ELT 114 — Overhead Line Construction I Prerequisites: ELT 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces the basics of Power Line Construction. Topics include safe work habits, protective equipment, and pole climbing techniques. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to identify, inspect, and use equipment and dem - onstrate climbing techniques. --- # ELT 115 — Overhead Line Construction II Prerequisites: ELT 114 Corequisites: None This course introduces line maintenance, construction, and framing. Topics in - clude safe working practices and procedures of working off a pole using hooks. Course Descriptions Upon completion, students should be able to construct a line and perform rou - tine maintenance to specifications. --- # ELT 116 — Overhead Line Construction III Prerequisites: ELT 115 Corequisites: None This course introduces the phase of energized line work. Topics include the use of aerial lifts and the application of rubber protective equipment. Upon comple - tion, students will be able to delineate proper techniques of energized line work. --- # ELT 117 — Overhead Line Construction IV Prerequisites: ELT 116 Corequisites: None This course introduces regulators, reclosures, and fuse coordination. Topics in - clude these concepts as applied to substation operation. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to explain the operation of bypass, reclosures, and regula - tors in distribution substation. ELT 117AB Overhead Line Construction IV-AB (Spring) 1 0 1 Prerequisites: ELT 116 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELT 117 ELT 117BB Overhead Line Construction IV-BB (Spring) 1 0 1 Prerequisites: ELT 116 Corequisites: None A continuation of ELT 117 AB and the final par… --- # ELT 211 — Underground Line Construction I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces grounding an underground distribution system. Topics include terminators, elbows, and transformers; underground installation, safety practices. Upon completion, students should be able to relate safety practices associated with URD systems and delineate proper underground system makeup. --- # ELT 221 — Advanced Line Construction Prerequisites: ELT 117 and ELT 212 Corequisites: None This course introduces advanced concepts in line construction. Topics include required OSHA training in trenching and excavations, digital paneling for regula- tors and reclosure, and lightning protection. Upon completion, students should be able to identify lightning, trenching, and/or excavation safety practices and explain the use of digital panels. ELT 221AB Advanced Line Construction-AB (Spring) 1 0 1 Prerequisites: ELT 117 and ELT 212 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of ELT 221 ELT 221BB Advanced Line Construction-BB (Spring… --- # EMS 110 — Emergency Medical Technical 6 Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course introduces basic emergency medical care. Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma, infants and children, and operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve North Carolina State or National Reg - istry EMT certification --- # EMS 122 — EMS Practicum I Prerequisite: EMS 110 Corequisite: None This course provides the introductory hospital clinical experience for the para - medic student. Emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental paramedic skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency with fundamental paramedic level skills. Course Descriptions --- # EMS 130 — Pharmacology Prerequisite: EMS 110 Corequisite: None This course introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacology and medi - cation administration and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include medical terminology, pharmacological concepts, weights, measures, drug calcu- lations, vascular access for fluids and medication administration and legislation. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately calculate drug dos - ages, properly administer medications, and demonstrate general knowledge of pharmacology. --- # EMS 131 — Advanced Airway Management 1 Prerequisite: EMS 110 Corequisite: None This course is designed to provide advanced airway management techniques and is required for paramedic certification. Topics must meet current guidelines for advanced airway management in the pre-hospital setting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly utilize all airway adjuncts and pharmacology associated with airway control and maintenance. --- # EMS 140 — Rescue Scene Management 1 Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None This course introduces rescue scene management. Topics include response to hazardous material conditions, incident command, and extrication of patients from a variety of situations. Upon completion, students should be able to rec - ognize and manage rescue operations based upon initial and follow-up scene assessment. --- # EMS 160 — Cardiology I Prerequisite: EMS -110 Corequisite: None This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysi- ology, electrophysiology, and rhythm interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret rhythms. --- # EMS 220 — Cardiology II 2 Prerequisite: EMS-122, EMS 130, and EMS 160 Corequisite: None This course provides an in-depth study of cardiovascular emergencies and is re - quired for paramedic certification. Topics include assessment and treatment of Course Descriptions cardiac emergencies, cardiac pharmacology, and patient care. Upon completion, students should be able to manage the cardiac patient. --- # EMS 221 — EMS Clinical Practicum II Prerequisite: EMS 121 or EMS 122 Corequisite: None This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on increasing the proficiency of students’ skills and abilities in patient as- sessments and the delivery of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued progress in advanced-level patient care. --- # EMS 231 — EMS Clinical Practicum III Prerequisite: EMS 221 Corequisite: None This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the students’ skills and abilities in providing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate continued prog- ress in advanced-level patient care. --- # EMS 240 — Patients with Special Challenges Prerequisite: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Corequisite: None This course includes concepts of crisis intervention and techniques of interacting with patients with special challenges and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate intervention and interaction for neglected, abused, terminally ill, chronically ill, technology assisted, bariatric, physically challenged, mentally challenged, or assaulted patients as well as behavioral emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage the care of patients with special challenges. --- # EMS 241 — EMS Clinical Practicum IV Course Descriptions Prerequisite: EMS 231 Corequisite: None This course provides clinical experiences in the hospital and/or field. Emphasis is placed on mastering the skills/competencies required of the paramedic provid - ing advanced-level care. Upon completion, students should be able to provide advanced-level patient care as an entry-level paramedic. --- # EMS 250 — Medical Emergencies Prerequisite: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Corequisite: None This course provides an in-depth study of medical conditions frequently encoun- tered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include appropriate interventions/treatments for disorders/diseases/injuries af - fecting the following systems: respiratory, neurological, abdominal/gastrointes - tinal, endocrine, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and immunological as well as toxicology, infectious diseases and diseases of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, ass… --- # EMS 260 — Trauma Emergencies Prerequisite: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Corequisite: None This course provides in-depth study of trauma including pharmacological inter - ventions for conditions frequently encountered in the prehospital setting and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include an overview of thoracic, ab - dominal, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurological, and multi-system trauma, soft tissue trauma of the head, neck, and face as well as environmental emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage trauma situ- ations based upon patient assessment and should adhere to standar… --- # EMS 270 — Lifespan Emergencies 3 Prerequisite: EMS 122 and EMS 130 Corequisite: None This course covers medical/ethical/legal issues and the spectrum of age-specific emergencies from conception through death required for paramedic certifica - tion. Topics include gynecological, obstetrical, neonatal, pediatric, and geriatric emergencies and pharmacological therapeutics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and treat age-specific emergencies. --- # EMS 280 — EMS Bridge Course Prerequisite: None Course Descriptions Corequisite: None This course is designed to provide currently credentialed state or national Para - medic students with the most current education trends in Paramedic Practice. Emphasis is placed on transitions in healthcare. Upon completion, students should be able to integrate emerging trends in pre-hospital care. --- # ENG 125 — Creative Writing I Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to practice the art of creative writing. Emphasis is placed on writing, fiction, poetry, and sketches. Upon completion, students should be able to craft and critique their own writing and critique the writing of others. This course has been approved for transfer un- der the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) or ICAA as a premajor and/ or elective course requirement. Course Descriptions --- # ENG 231 — American Literature I Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers selected works in American literature from its beginnings to 1865. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural con- texts. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Ar - ticulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humani - ties/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Educat… --- # ENG 232 — American Literature II Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers selected works in American literature from 1865 to the pres - ent. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze and interpret literary works in their historical and cultural con- texts. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Ar - ticulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humani - ties/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Educat… --- # ENG 241 — British Literature I Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers selected works in British literature from its beginnings to the Romantic Period. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, stu- dents should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their historical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general educa - tion course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a… --- # ENG 242 — British Literature II Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course covers selected works in British literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical background, cultural context, and Course Descriptions literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, and respond to literary works in their his - torical and cultural contexts. This course has been approved for transfer under Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.… --- # ENG 262 — World Literature II Prerequisites: ENG 112 or ENG 113 or ENG 114 Corequisites: None This course introduces selected works from the Pacific, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas from the eighteenth century to the present. Emphasis is placed on historical back- ground, cultural context, and literary analysis of selected prose, poetry, and drama. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, ana - lyze, and respond to selected works. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # EPT 130 — Mitigation and Preparedness 3 Prerequisites: None Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course introduces the mitigation and preparation techniques and methods necessary to minimize the impact of natural, technological, and man-made di - sasters. Topics include hazard identification and mapping, design and construc - tion applications, financial incentives, insurance, structural controls, preparation, planning, assessment, implementation, and exercises. Upon completion students should be able to develop a mitigation and preparedness plan. --- # EPT 140 — Emergency Management 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, pre - pared- ness, response, and recovery. Topics include organizing for emer - gency management, coordinating for community resources, public sector liabil - ity, and the roles of government agencies at all levels. Upon completion, student should be able to demonstrate an understanding of comprehensive emergency management and the integrated emergency management system. --- # EPT 150 — Incident Management 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Top - ics include integrating command and control systems, maintaining communica - tion within command and control systems, and using NIMS procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of key concepts necessary for operating within the National Incident Management System. --- # EPT 220 — Terrorism and Emergency Management Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course covers preparing for, responding to, and safely mitigating terrorism incidents. Topics include the history of terrorism, scene hazards, evidence pres - ervation, risk assessment, roles and responsibilities, explosive recognition, and terrorism planning. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the threat of terrorism and operate within the emergency management framework at a terrorism incident. --- # EPT 275 — Emergency Operations Center Management Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively man - age and operate an EOC during crisis situations. Topics include properly locating and designing an EOC, staffing, training and briefing EOC personnel, and how to operate and EOC. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate how to set up and operate an effective emergency operations center. --- # ETR 210 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a survey of the starting and operating of an entrepreneurial venture. Topics include new venture creation, the business plan, economics of the business, deter- mining resource needs and acquiring resources, marketing, technology, leadership skills, and business ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an under- standing of entrepreneurship concepts and how to use the entrepreneurial mindset to succeed in their careers. --- # FIP 120 — Introduction to Fire Protection 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the history, development, methods, systems, and regulations as they apply to the fire protection field. Topics include history, evolution, statistics, suppression, organizations, careers, curriculum, and other re- lated topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the fire protection field. --- # FIP 128 — Detection & Investigation 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers procedures for determining the origin and cause of acciden - tal and incendiary fires referenced in NFPA standard 921. Topics include collec - tion and preservation of evidence, detection and determination of accelerants, courtroom procedure and testimony, and documentation of the fire scene. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct a competent fire investigation and present those findings to appropriate officials or equivalent. --- # FIP 132 — Building Construction 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces fire prevention concepts as they relate to community and industrial operations referenced in NFPA standard 101. Topics include they devel- opment and maintenance of fire prevention programs, educational programs, and inspection programs. Upon completion, students should be able to research, develop, and present a fire safety program to a citizens or industrial group. --- # FIP 152 — Fire Protection Law 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers fire protection law. Topics include torts, legal terms, contracts, liability, review of case histories, and other related topics. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to discuss laws, codes, and ordinances as they relate to fire protection. --- # FIP 176 — HazMat: Operations 4 Course Descriptions Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to increase first responder awareness of the type, nature, physiological effects of, and defensive techniques for mitigation of HazMat in - cidents. Topics include recognition, identification, regulations and standards, zoning, resource usage, defensive operations, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and identify the presence of hazardous materials and use proper defensive techniques for incident mitigation. --- # FIP 220 — Fire Fighting Strategies 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides preparation for command of initial incident operations in - volving emergencies within both the public and private sector. Topics include incident management, fire-ground tactics and strategies, incident safety, and command/control of emergency operations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the initial incident system related to operations involving vari- ous emergencies in fire/non-fire situations, meeting NFPA 1021. --- # FIP 228 — Local Government Finance Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces local governmental financial principles and practices. Topics include budget preparation and justification, revenue policies, statutory requirements, taxation, audits, and the economic climate. Upon completion, stu- dents should be able to comprehend the importance of finance as it applies to the operation of a department. --- # FIP 248 — Fire Services Personnel Admin 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course covers the basics of setting up and administering the personnel func- tions of fire protection organizations referenced in NFPA standard 1021. Emphasis is placed on human resource planning, classification and job analysis, equal op - portunity employment, affirmative action, recruitment, retention, development, performance evaluation, and assessment centers. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the personnel function as it relates to managing fire protection. --- # FIP 260 — Fire Protection Planning 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the need for a comprehensive approach to fire protection planning referenced in NFPA standards 424 and 1620. Topics include the planning process, using an advisory committee, establishing goals and objectives, and techniques used to approve and implement a plan. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the concepts and prin - ciples of planning as it relates to fire protection. --- # FIP 276 — Managing Fire Services 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers an overview of fire department operative services. Topics in - clude finance, staffing, equipment, code enforcement, management information, specialized services, legal issues, planning, and other related topics. Upon com - pletion, students should be able to understand concepts and apply fire depart - ment management and operations principles. --- # FVP 240 — Intro to Screenwriting Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course introduces the principles and practices of the screenwriting craft. Emphasis is placed on analysis of screenwriting and script components and the preparation and development of motion picture and television treatments and scripts. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze the com - ponents of both motion picture and television treatments and scripts, and pre - pare effective, camera-ready motion picture and television scripts. --- # GEL 111 — Geology Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic landforms and geological processes. Topics include rocks, minerals, volcanoes, fluvial process, geological history, plate tectonics, gla- ciers, coastal dynamics. Upon completion, students should be able to describe Course Descriptions basic geological processes that shape the Earth. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Sci- ence. This is a General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # GEO 111 — World Regional Geography Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the regional concept that emphasizes the spatial associa- tion of people and their environment. Emphasis is placed on the physical, cul - tural, and economic systems that interact to produce the distinct regions of the earth. Upon completion, students should be able to describe variations in physi - cal and cultural features of a region and demonstrate an understanding of their functional relationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education co… --- # GRD 110 — Typography I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the history and mechanics of type and its application to layout and design. Topics include typographic fundamentals, anatomy, measure- ments, composition, identification, and terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in design application, analysis, speci - fication, and creation of typographic elements. --- # GRD 121 — Drawing Fundamentals I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces skills using basic drawing techniques and media in graphic design. Emphasis is placed on using design principles, media applications, spa - tial considerations, and drawing styles. Upon completion, students should be able to use drawing for conceptualization, visual communication, and graphic simplification. --- # GRD 131 — Illustration I Prerequisites: GRD 121 or GRD 141 or GRD 151 Corequisites: None This course introduces the application of rendering techniques to create illustra- tions in traditional and/or digital media. Emphasis is placed on appropriate media selection and using various techniques and methods to solve design problems. Upon completion, students should be able to produce illustrations from concep- tion through finished artwork. Course Descriptions --- # GRD 141 — Graphic Design I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the conceptualization process used in visual problem solv- ing. Emphasis is placed on learning the principles of design and on the manipula- tion and organization of elements. Upon completion, students should be able to apply design principles to projects. --- # GRD 152 — Computer Design Technology Prerequisites: GRD 151 Corequisites: None This course covers complex design problems utilizing various design and draw - ing software applications. Topics include the use of typography, image, and orga- nization to communicate a message. Upon completion, students should be able to use appropriate industry-standard software. --- # GRD 160 — Photo Fundamentals I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic camera operations, roll film processing, and pho - tographic print production. Topics include contrast, depth-of-field, subject com- position, enlarger operation, and density control. Upon completion, students should be able to produce photographic prints with acceptable density values and quality. --- # GRD 241 — Graphic Design III Prerequisites: GRD 142 Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course is an advanced exploration of various techniques and media for graphic design. Emphasis is placed on advanced concepts and solutions to complex and challenging graphic design problems. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence and professionalism in visual prob - lem solving. --- # GRD 265 — Digital Print Production Prerequisites: GRD 142 Corequisites: None This course covers preparation of digital files for output and reproduction. Em - phasis is placed on preflighting, output options, cost and design considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare files and select appropriate output methods for design solutions. --- # GRD 280 — Portfolio Design Prerequisites: GRD 142 Corequisites: None This course covers the organization and presentation of a design portfolio and appropriate related materials. Emphasis is placed on development and evalua - tion of the portfolio, resume and self-promotional materials, and interview tech - niques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and professionally present a portfolio and related self-promotional materials. --- # GRD 281 — Design of Advertising Prerequisites: GRD 142 Corequisites: None This course covers the development of advertising. Emphasis is placed on the development and production of advertising structure campaigns and materials using design principles. Upon completion, students should be able to produce advertising for targeted audiences. --- # GRD 285 — Client/Media Relations Prerequisites: GRD 142 and GRA 121 or GRA 152 or GRD 152 Corequisites: None This course introduces media pricing, scheduling, and business ethics. Emphasis is placed on communication with clients and determination of clients’ design, ad- vertising, branding, or marketing needs. Upon completion, students should be able to use professional communication skills to effectively orchestrate client/ media relationships. --- # GRO 120 — Introduction to Gerontology Prerequisites: None Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course covers the psychological, social, and physical aspects of aging. Em - phasis is placed on the factors that promote mental and physical well-being. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the aging process and its psychological, social, and physical aspects. --- # GRO 220 — Social Aspects of Aging Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth exploration of the social aspects of aging. Topics include family dynamics, employment and retirement, community involvement, grief and loss, and stereotypes. Upon completion, students should be able to ad- vocate for the social needs of aging adults. --- # HEA 110 — Personal Health/Wellness Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Em - phasis is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an under - standing of the factors necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. --- # HIS 111 — World Civilizations I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces world history from the dawn of civilization to the early modern era. Topics include Eurasian, African, American, and Greco-Roman civili - zations and Christian, Islamic and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural devel- opments in pre-modern world civilizations. This course has been approved for Course Descriptions transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This… --- # HIS 112 — World Civilizations II Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces world history from the early modern era to the present. Topics include the cultures of Africa, Europe, India, China, Japan, and the Ameri - cas. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in modern world civilizations. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal General Education Trans- fer Component (UGETC) course. --- # HIS 131 — American History I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a survey of American history from pre-history through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cul - tural developments in early American history. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This is a Universal G… --- # HIS 145 — The Second World War Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the period of the Second World War from 1919 to 1945. Top - ics include the Treaty of Versailles, the rise of totalitarian regimes, the origins of the war, the major military campaigns in Europe and the Pacific, and the after - math. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, military, socioeconomic, and cultural developments that influenced the Second World War. This course has been approved for transfer under The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and the ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective cou… --- # HIS 226 — The Civil War Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course examines the social, political, economic, and ideological forces that led to the Civil War and Reconstruction. Topics include regional conflicts and sec- tionalism, dissolution of the Union, military campaigns, and the War’s socioeco - nomic impact, aftermath, and consequences. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural develop - ments in the United States during the era of the Civil War. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CA… --- # HRM 110 — Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism (Fall, Spring) 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course covers the growth and progress of the hospitality industry. Topics include tour- ism, lodging, resorts, gaming, restaurants, foodservice, and clubs. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the background, context, and career opportunities that exist within the hospital- ity industry. --- # HRM 120 — Front Office Procedures Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces a systematic approach to lodging front office procedures. Topics include reservations, registration, guest satisfaction, occupancy and rev - enue management, security, interdepartmental communications, and related guest services. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of current front office operating systems, including efficient and courteous guest services. --- # HRM 140 — Legal Issues-Hospitality Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the rights and responsibilities that the law grants to or im - poses upon the hospitality industry. Topics include federal and state regulations, historical and current practices, safety and security, risk management, loss pre - vention, relevant torts, and con- tracts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the legal system and the concepts nec- essary to prevent or minimize organizational liability. --- # HRM 210 — Meetings and Event Planning Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces concepts related to the planning and operation of conven- tions, trade shows, professional meetings, and foodservice events. Emphasis is placed on methods of marketing, selling, organizing, and producing conventions, events, and trade shows that will increase financial and environmental value. Course Descriptions Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of management principles for multi-function, multi-day conferences and events. --- # HRM 280 — Management Problems - Hospitality Prerequisites: HRM 110 Corequisites: None This course is designed to introduce students to timely issues within the hos - pitality industry and is intended to move students into a managerial mindset. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving skills using currently available resources. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of how hospitality management principles may be applied to real challenges facing in - dustry managers. --- # HSE 210 — Diversity Ethics and Trends Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the role of diversity and ethical considerations within the human services profes- sion. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills in the evolving landscape of human services. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical decision-making, demonstrate an understanding of diverse perspectives, and identify current trends in the human services field. ” Course Descriptions --- # HSE 212 — Group Dymanics Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course introduces the concepts of group processes and dynamics. Emphasis is placed on essential tools for understanding, participating in, and contributing to group processes. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and explain how people are influenced by their interactions in group settings and facilitate various groups. --- # HSE 223 — Counseling Theories and Skills Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course provides an in-depth exploration of foundation theories and practical techniques essential for those working in diverse human services settings. Em - phasis isplaced on self-awareness, problem-solving, decision-making, and per - sonal growth. Upon completion, students should be able to apply these theories to real-life scenarios, and develop professional skills crucial for fostering support- ive relationships in various settings. --- # HSE 227 — Children & Adolescents in Crisis Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers the crises affecting children and adolescents in contempo - rary society. Emphasis is placed on abuse and neglect, mental health challenges, suicide, problematic family dynamics, poverty, and violence. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to identify and discuss intervention strategies and avail- able services for the major crises affecting children and adolescents. --- # HUM 120 — Cultural Studies Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the distinctive features of a particular culture. Topics in - clude art, his- tory, music, literature, politics, philosophy, and religion. Upon com- pletion, students should be able to appreciate the unique character of the study culture. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Ar- ticulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humani - ties/Fine Arts. --- # HUM 130 — Myth in Human Culture Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth study of myths and legends. Topics include the varied sources of myths and their influence on the individual and society within Course Descriptions diverse cultural contexts. Upon completion, students should be able to dem - onstrate a general familiarity with myths and a broad-based understanding of the influence of myths and legends on modern culture. This course has been ap- proved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # HUM 160 — Introduction to Film Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental elements of film artistry and production. Topics include film styles, history, and production techniques, as well as the social values reflected in film art. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze the elements covered in relation to selected films. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # HYD 110 — Hydraulics/Pneumatics I Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020, DMA 030, MAT 035, MAT 060 and MAT 003 Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic components and functions of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Topics include standard symbols, pumps, control valves, con- trol assemblies, actuators, FRL, maintenance procedures, and switching and con- trol devices. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the opera- tion of a fluid power system, including design, application, and troubleshooting. HYD 110AB Hydraulics/Pneumatics I-AB (Fall) 2 0 2 Prerequisites: DMA 010, DMA 020 and DMA 030, and DMA 040 Coreq… --- # LOG 110 — Introduction to Logistics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of logistics. Topics include traffic management, warehousing, inventory control, material handling, global logistics, and the movement and storage of goods from raw materials sources to end consumers. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the different segments of logistics and use the terminology of the industry. Course Descriptions --- # MAC 124 — CNC Milling Prerequisites: MAC 121 Corequisites: None This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, pro- gram editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manu- facture simple parts using CNC machining centers. --- # MAC 142 — Machining Applications II Prerequisites: MAC 141 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in the wide variety of processes associated with machining. Topics include safety, equipment set-up, holding fixtures, tooling, cutting speeds and depths, metal properties, and proper finishes. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to safely demonstrate advanced machining opera - tions, accurately measure components, and produce accurate components with a proper finish. --- # MAC 142A — Machining Applications II Lab Prerequisites: MAC 141 Corequisites: MAC 142 This course provides laboratory instruction in the wide variety of processes asso- ciated with machining. Topics include safety, equipment setup, holding fixtures, tooling, cutting speeds and depths, metal properties, and proper finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate advanced machining operations, accurately measure components, and produce accurate components with a proper finish. --- # MAC 143 — Machining Applications III Prerequisites: MAC 142 and MAC 142A Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in the field of advanced machining. Emphasis is placed on creating complex components, close-tolerance machining, precise measurement, and proper equipment usage. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to produce an accurately machined compo - nent with a quality finish using the proper machining process. --- # MAC 152 — Advanced Machining Calculations Prerequisites: MAC 151 Corequisites: None This course combines mathematical functions with practical machine shop ap - plications and problems. Emphasis is placed on gear ratios, lead screws, indexing problems, and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to calculate solutions to machining problems. --- # MAC 222 — Advanced CNC Turning Prerequisites: MAC 122 Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC turning centers. Emphasis is placed on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in program - ming, operations, and setup of CNC turning centers. --- # MAC 224 — Advanced CNC Milling Prerequisites: MAC 124 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced methods in setup and operation of CNC machining centers. Emphasis is placed on programming and production of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in program - ming, operations, and setup of CNC machining centers. --- # MAC 234 — Advanced Multi-Axis Machining Prerequisites: MAC 224 and MEC 231 Corequisites: None This course includes multi-axis machining using machining centers with multi- axis capabilities. Emphasis is placed on generation of machining center input with a CAM system and setup and operation of pallet changer and rotary system for multi-axis machining fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able to convert CAD to output for multi-axis machining centers, including tooling, setup, and debugging processes. --- # MAC 241 — Jigs and Fixtures I Prerequisites: MAC 142 Corequisites: None This course introduces the application and use of jigs and fixtures. Emphasis is placed on design and manufacture of simple jigs and fixtures. Upon completion, students should be able to design and build simple jigs and fixtures. MAC 241AB Jigs and Fixtures I-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: MAC 142 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of MAC 241. MAC 241BB Jigs and Fixtures I-BB (Spring) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: MAC 241AB Corequisites: None A continuation of MAC 241AB and final part of MAC 241. --- # MAC 247 — Production Tooling Prerequisites: MAC 141 Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course provides advanced study in tooling currently utilized in the produc - tion of metal parts. Emphasis is placed on the proper use of tooling used on CNC and other production machine tools. Upon completion, students should be able to choose proper tool grades based on manufacturing requirements and trouble- shoot carbide-tooling problems. --- # DMA 025 — DMA 045, DMA 060, or MAT 003 with a grade of P3, or MAT 035 Corequisites: None This course provides an integrated approach to technology and the skills required to manipulate, display, and interpret mathematical functions and formulas used in problem solving. Topics include the properties of plane and solid geometry, area and volume, and basic proportion applications; simplification, evaluation, and solving of algebraic equations and inequalities and radical functions; com - plex numbers; right triangle trigonometry; and systems of equations. Upon com- pletion, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to use mathematics and technology for prob… --- # MAT 172 — Precalculus Trigonometry 3 2 4 Prerequisites: MAT 171 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop an understanding of topics which are funda - mental to the study of Calculus. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of trigono - metric functions in multiple representations, right and oblique triangles, vectors, polar coordinates, conic sections, and parametric equations. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to trigonometry-related problems with and without tech - nology. This course has been approved for transfer un… --- # MAT 271 — Calculus I Prerequisites: MAT 172 Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop the topics of differential and integral calculus. Emphasis is placed on limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals of algebraic and transcendental functions of one variable. Upon completion, students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding solutions to derivative-related problems with and without technology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Mathematics. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (… --- # MAT 280 — Linear Algebra Prerequisites: MAT 271 Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to linear algebra topics. Emphasis is placed on the development of abstract concepts and applications for vectors, systems of equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, multi-dimensional linear trans- formations, eigenvectors, eigenvalues, diagonalization and orthogonality. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the theo- retical concepts and select and use appropriate models and techniques for find - ing solutions to linear algebra-related problems with and without technolo… --- # MEC 231 — Computer-Aided Manufacturing I Course Descriptions Prerequisites: DFT 119 Corequisites: None This course introduces computer-aided design/manufacturing (CAD/CAM) appli- cations and concepts. Topics include software, programming, data transfer and verification, and equipment setup. Upon completion, students should be able to produce parts using CAD/ CAM applications. MEC 231AB Computer-Aided Manufacturing I-AB (Fall) 1 2 2 Prerequisites: DFT 119 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of MEC 231. MEC 231BB Computer-Aided Manufacturing I-BB (Spring) 0 2 1 Prerequisites: MEC 231AB Corequisites: None A continuation of MEC 23… --- # MED 130 — Administrative Office Procedures I Prerequisites: Admission to MA Program Corequisites: None This course introduces medical office administrative procedures. Topics include appointment processing, written and oral communications, medical records, pa- tient orientation, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to per - form basic administrative skills within the medical environment. --- # MED 131 — Administrative Office Procedures II Prerequisites: Admission to the MA Program, MED 130 Corequisites: None This course provides medical office procedures in both economic and manage - ment skills. Topics include physical plant maintenance, equipment and supplies, liability coverage, medical economics, and introductory insurance procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage the economics of the medical office and supervise personnel. --- # MED 140 — Exam Room Procedures I Prerequisites: Admissions to MA Program, BIO 163 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in clinical examining room procedures. Topics include asepsis, infection control, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, preparation and administration of medications, EKG, vital signs, and medical emergencies. Upon completion, students should be able to demon - strate competence in exam room procedures. --- # MED 150 — Laboratory Procedures I Prerequisites: Admission to the MA Program, BIO 163, ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in basic lab techniques used by the medical as - sistant. Topics include lab safety, quality control, collecting and processing speci- mens, performing selective tests, phlebotomy, screening and follow-up of test results, and OSHA/CLIA regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic lab tests/skills based on course topics. --- # MED 240 — Exam Room Procedures II Prerequisites: Admission to MA Program, MED 140 Corequisites: None This course is designed to expand and build upon skills presented in MED 140. Emphasis is placed on advanced exam room procedures. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to demonstrate enhanced competence in selected exam room procedures. --- # MED 270 — Symptomatology Prerequisites: Admission to MA Program Corequisites: None This course covers the study of disease symptoms and the appropriate actions taken by medical assistants in a medical facility in relation to these symptoms. Emphasis is placed on interviewing skills and appropriate triage, preparing pa - tients for procedures, and screening test results. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize how certain symptoms relate to specific diseases, recognize emergency situations, and take appropriate actions. --- # MED 274 — Diet Therapy / Nutrition Prerequisites: Admission to MA Program Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to health and disease. Topics include basic nutrients, physiology, dietary deficiencies, weight management, and therapeutic nutrition in wellness and disease. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret clinical and dietary data and provide patient counseling and education. --- # MHA 140 — Intro to Mental Health Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a comprehensive overview of mental health and wellness and the roles, duties, and ethical aspects of providing mental health services. Topics include the history of mental health services, common mental health challenges, professional qualifications, and current trends. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the impact of mental health, examine various treatment settings, and analyze the requirements for providing mental health services in public, private, nonprofit, and community environments. --- # MUS 110 — Music Appreciation Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a basic survey of the music of the Western world. Emphasis is placed on the elements of music, terminology, composers, form, and style within a his - torical perspective. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in basic listening and understanding of the art of music. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. --- # NET 125 — Introduction to Networks Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course offers a detailed exploration of the architecture, structure, func - tions, components, and operating models of the Internet and other computer networks. Topics include the essentials of IP addressing, Ethernet basics, various media types, and network operations. Upon completion, students should be able Course Descriptions to build/troubleshoot simple Local Area Networks (LANs), develop effective IP ad- dressing schemes, and configure routers and switches. --- # NET 225 — Enterprise Networking 1 Prerequisites: NET 126 Corequisites: None This course is designed to cover the architecture, components, operations, and security to scale for large, complex networks, including wide area network (WAN) technologies. Emphasis is placed on configuring, troubleshooting, and securing enterprise network devices and understanding how application programming in- terfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation. Upon completion, students should be able to configure link state routing proto - cols, implement ACLs to filter traffic and secure administrative access, configure… --- # NOS 120 — Linux/UNIX Single User Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides students with GUI and command line skills for using a Linux machine. Topics include Linux file system and access permissions, desktop or shell environments, command line editors, display servers, expression pattern matching, I/O redirection, and networking. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency in customizing a Linux system. Course Descriptions --- # NUR 101 — Practical Nursing I Prerequisites: Admission to the Practical Nursing Program Corequisites: BIO 168, MAT 171 This course introduces the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including assessment, clinical decision making, professional behaviors, caring interventions, biophysical and psychosocial concepts, communication, collabo - ration, teaching/learning, safety, ethical principles, legal issues, informatics, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, student should be able to provide safe nursing care across the li… --- # NUR 102 — Practical Nursing II Prerequisites: BIO 168, MAT 171 and NUR 101 Corequisites: BIO 169 This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, nursing, and healthcare. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including clinical decision making, caring interventions, bio- physical and psychosocial concepts, communication, collaboration, teaching and learning, accountability, safety, informatics, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care across the lifes- pan incorporating the concepts identified in thi… --- # NUR 103 — Practical Nursing III Prerequisites: BIO 169 and NUR 102 Corequisites: ENG 111 Course Descriptions This course is designed to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on biophysical and psychosocial concepts, professional behaviors, healthcare systems, health policy, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to demon- strate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide safe, quality, and individualized entry level nursing care. --- # NUR 111 — Introduction to Health Concepts Prerequisites: Admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program Corequisites: BIO 168 and CHM 130/CHM 130A This course introduces the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including medication administration, assessment, nutrition, ethics, interdisciplin- ary teams, informatics, evidence- based practice, individual-centered care, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. --- # NUR 112 — Health-Illness Concepts Prerequisites: NUR 111, BIO 168, and CHM 130/CHM 130A Corequisites: BIO 169 and PSY 150 This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of acid-base, metabolism, cellular regulation, oxygenation, infection, stress/coping, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, quality improvement, and informatics. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. --- # NUR 113 — Family Health Concepts Prerequisites: NUR 114 or NUR 214, BIO 169 and PSY 150 Corequisites: MAT 171 This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of oxygenation, sexuality, reproduction, grief/loss, mood/affect, behaviors, de - velopment, family, health- wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, and advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. --- # NUR 114 — Holistic Health Concepts Prerequisites: NUR 112, BIO 168, and CHM 130/CHM 130A Course Descriptions Corequisites: BIO 169, PSY 150 This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, inflammation, sensory perception, stress/cop - ing, mood/affect, cognition, self, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. --- # NUR 211 — Health Care Concepts Prerequisites: NUR 113 and MAT 171 Corequisites: ENG 111, PSY 241 This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, infection, immunity, mobility, comfort, behaviors, health-wellness-illness, clinical decision-making, caring interventions, managing care, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nurs- ing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. --- # NUR 212 — Health System Concepts Prerequisites: NUR 211 and MAT 171 Corequisites: ENG 111, PSY 241 This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of grief/loss, violence, health-wellness-illness, collaboration, managing care, safety, advocacy, legal issues, policy, healthcare systems, ethics, accountability, and evi- dence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. --- # NUR 214 — Nursing Transition Concepts Course Descriptions Prerequisites: Admission to Associate Degree Nursing Transition Program, Li - censed Practical Nurse, and NUR 101, NUR 102, NUR 103, BIO 168, CHM 130/CHM 130A Corequisites: BIO 169 and PSY 150 This course is designed to introduce concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing as the LPN transitions to the ADN role. Em - phasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including evidenced-based practice, quality improvement, communication, safety, interdisciplinary team, clinical decision-making, informatics, assessment, caring, and health-w… --- # OST 080 — Keyboarding Literacy Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to develop elementary keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on mastery of the keyboard. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic proficiency in keyboarding. --- # OST 122 — Office Computations Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces fundamental mathematical and computational skills nec- essary for success in an office environment. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications of mathematics in office-related tasks such as payroll calculations, inventory calculations, discounts, and markups, as well as financial calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to solve a wide variety of mathemati- cal problems encountered in an office. --- # OST 132 — Keyboard Skill Building Prerequisites: OST 080 or 25 words per minute Corequisites: None This course is designed to increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic tests to identify accuracy and speed deficien - cies followed by corrective drills. Upon completion, students should be able to keyboard rhythmically with greater accuracy and speed. --- # OST 134 — Text Entry and Formatting Prerequisites: OST 132 Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course is designed to provide skills needed to increase speed, improve accu- racy, and format documents. Topics include letters, memos, tables, and business reports. Upon completion, students should be able to produce documents and key timed writings at speeds commensurate with employability. --- # OST 136 — Word Processing Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to introduce word processing concepts and applications. Topics include preparation of a variety of documents and mastery of specialized software functions. Upon completion, students should be prepared to take a na- tionally accredited certification exam. --- # OST 138 — Office Applications II Prerequisites: CIS 110, CIS 111 or OST 137 Corequisites: None This course is designed to improve utilization and proficiency of software appli - cations used in offices through a hands-on approach. Topics include mastery of the skills required to design documents that can be customized using the latest software applications. Upon completion, students should be prepared to take a nationally accredited certification exam. --- # OST 141 — Med Office Terms I Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course uses a language-structure approach to present the terminology and vocabulary that will be encountered in medical office settings. Topics include word parts that re- late to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and dis - order remediation in approximately one-half of the systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. --- # OST 142 — Med Office Terms II Prerequisites: OST 141 or MED 121 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of OST 141 and continues the study, using a lan - guage-structure approach, of medical office terminology and vocabulary. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in the remaining systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. Course Descriptions --- # OST 233 — Office Publications Prerequisites: OST 136 Corequisites: None This course provides foundational skills in utilizing a variety of desktop publish - ing programs. Topics include principles of page layout, desktop publishing ter - minology and applications, and legal and ethical aspects of software use. Upon completion, students should be proficient in designing and producing profes - sional documents and publications used in an office environment. --- # OST 236 — Advanced Word Processing Prerequisites: OST 136 Corequisites: None This course focuses on enhancing students’ proficiency in utilizing advanced fea- tures of word processing software. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of advanced Course Descriptions functions to create a range of complex business documents. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a variety of complex business documents ef- fectively and be prepared to take a nationally accredited certified exam. --- # OST 247 — Procedure Coding Prerequisites: MED 121 or OST 141 Corequisites: MED 122 or OST 142 This course provides in-depth coverage of procedural coding. Emphasis is placed on CPT and HCPCS coding systems. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code procedures and services performed in a medical facility. --- # OST 249 — Med Coding Certification Prep Prerequisites: OST 247 and OST 248 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction that will prepare students to sit for a national coding certification exam. Topics include diagnostic and procedural coding. Upon completion, students should be able to sit for various medical coding cer - tification exams. --- # OST 260 — Adv Coding Methodologies Prerequisites: OST 247 and OST 248 Corequisites: None This course provides advanced instruction in a variety of emergent methodolo - gies in medical coding. Topics include advanced outpatient coding, inpatient coding, risk adjustment coding, online encoder software, Correct Coding Initia - tives (CCI), and advanced record abstraction. Upon completion, students should be able to perform advanced coding in a healthcare facility. --- # OST 263 — Healthcare Customer Relations Prerequisites: OST 148 Corequisites: None This course provides the soft skills necessary for effective communication and maintaining customer satisfaction in healthcare. Emphasis is placed on the Course Descriptions importance of positive attitudes, techniques for handling difficult/angry custom- ers, rephrasing blunt communication for better results, and the communication skills required to discuss topics with the patient and other medical personnel. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate information in a pro- fessional manner. --- # OST 264 — Medical Auditing Prerequisites: OST 247 and OST 248 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction on how to apply regulations and policies to per- form medical record audits for provider services. Emphasis is placed on under - standing the scope of an audit, statistical sampling methodologies, performing a medical record audit, and compiling data for reports to improve the revenue cycle for healthcare services. Upon completion, students should be able to per - form a medical audit. --- # OST 265 — Healthcare Comp & Reg 2 Prerequisites: OST 264 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in the areas of healthcare regulations, medical necessity, health and privacy laws, and compliance practices. Emphasis is placed on regulatory control and compliance issues as well as Medicare regulations re - lated to billing. Upon completion, students should be able to abstract the medi - cal documentation for the purpose of medical necessity and apply regulations that are important in the medical auditing process. --- # OST 266 — Adv Medical Auditing 2 Prerequisites: OST 264 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction on finalizing the audit report, determining trends of a healthcare facility, and communicating the audit report. Emphasis is placed on determining the audit report contents, analyzing the coding trends, compil - ing a formal report of findings, and delivering the audit results. Upon completion, students should be able to develop and present an audit report to the healthcare facility. --- # OST 286 — Professional Development Prerequisites: Course Instructor Permission Corequisites: None This course covers the personal competencies and qualities needed to project a professional image in the office. Topics include interpersonal skills, health life - styles, appearance, attitude, personal and professional growth, multicultural awareness, and professional etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate these attributes in the classroom, office, and society. --- # OST 288 — Medical Office Admin Capstone Prerequisites: OST 148 and Instructor permission Corequisites: None This course is designed to be a capstone course for the medical office profes - sional and provides a working knowledge of medical office procedures. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, practice management, elec - tronic health records, medical office procedures, ethics, and professional devel - opment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the skills necessary to manage a medical office. --- # OST 289 — Administrative Office Management Prerequisites: OST 164 and OST 134 or OST 136 Faculty approval and assignment. Corequisites: None This course is designed to be a capstone course for the office professional and provides a working knowledge of administrative office procedures. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, office software applications, office procedures, ethics, and professional development. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to adapt in an office environment. --- # PHY 251 — General Physics I Prerequisites: MAT 271 Corequisites: MAT 272 This course uses calculus-based mathematical models to introduce the funda - mental concepts that describe the physical world. Topics include units and mea- surement, vector operations, linear kinematics and dynamics, energy, power, mo- mentum, rotational mechanics, periodic motion, fluid mechanics, and heat. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles involved and display analytical problem- solving ability for the topics covered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a… --- # POL 110 — Introduction to Political Science 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic political concepts used by governments and ad - dresses a wide range of political issues. Topics include political theory, ideologies, legitimacy, and sovereignty in democratic and non-democratic systems. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss a variety of issues inherent in all political systems and draw logical conclusions in evaluating these systems. This Course Descriptions course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course i… --- # POL 120 — American Government Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of American government. Topics include the constitutional framework, federalism, the three branches of government including the bureaucracy, civil rights and lib- erties, political participation and behavior, and policy formation. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic con- cepts and participatory processes of the American political system. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agree - me… --- # PSY 281 — Abnormal Psychology Prerequisites: PSY 150 Corequisites: None This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psy - chopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assess- ment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior patterns as well as demonstrate knowledge of etiology, symptoms, and therapeutic techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articula - tion… --- # PTA 110 — Introduction to Physical Therapy Prerequisites: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program, MAT 171, BIO 168, ENG 111, PSY 150, ACA 122, and CIS 110 Corequisites: BIO 169, COM 231, HUM/FA This course introduces the field of physical therapy including the history and standards of practice for the physical therapist assistant and basic treatment techniques. Emphasis is placed on ethical and legal considerations, universal precautions, vital signs, documentation, basic patient preparation and treatment skills, and architectural barrier screening. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of the phy… --- # PTA 125 — Gross and Functional Anatomy Prerequisites: PTA 110, MAT 171, BIO 168, ENG 111, ACA 122, and CIS 110 Corequisites: BIO 169, HUM/FA, COM 231 This course provides an in-depth, clinically oriented survey of gross and func - tional anatomy. Emphasis is placed on musculoskeletal and nervous systems and clinical biomechanics, including goniometry, basic manual muscle testing, and components of normal gait. Upon completion, students should be able to iden - tify specific anatomical structures and describe, observe, and measure musculo - skeletal posture and function. Course Descriptions --- # PTA 135 — Pathology Prerequisites: PTA 125, BIO 169, COM 231 and HUM/FA Corequisites: PTA 225, PTA 222 This course introduces principles of pathology, processes of and normal re - sponses to injury and disease, and changes related to aging. Emphasis is placed on conditions most commonly treated in physical therapy. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss basic pathological processes and identify etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, treatment options, and prognoses of specific orthopedic conditions. --- # PTA 145 — Therapeutic Procedures Prerequisites: PTA 155 and PTA 245 Corequisites: PTA 212 This course provides a detailed study of specific treatment procedures and the physiological principles and techniques involved. Emphasis is placed on the cor- rect application of superficial heat and cold, massage and soft tissue mobiliza - tion, ultrasound, diathermy, traction, and electrical stimulation. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the application of these modalities and explain the indications, contraindications, effects, and precautions for each. --- # PTA 155 — PTA Clinical I Prerequisites: PTA 215 and PTA 235 Corequisites: PTA 245 This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca - demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation. --- # PTA 185 — PTA Clinical II Prerequisites: PTA 145 and PTA 212 Corequisites: PTA 255 This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca - demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation. --- # PTA 212 — Health Care/Resources Prerequisites: PTA 155 and PTA 245 Course Descriptions Corequisites: PTA 145 This course provides an overview of various aspects of health care delivery sys - tems and the interrelationships of health care team members. Topics include health agencies and their functions, health care team member roles, manage - ment, and other health care issues. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the functions of health organizations and team members and aspects of health care affecting physical therapy delivery. --- # PTA 215 — Therapeutic Exercise Prerequisites: PTA 135, PTA 222, and PTA 225 Corequisites: PTA 235 This course introduces basic concepts of strengthening, endurance, and flexibil - ity exercise and balance, gait, and posture training. Emphasis is placed on ap - plying techniques to the treatment of orthopedic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and effectively execute basic exercise programs and balance, gait, and posture training. --- # PTA 222 — Professional Interactions Prerequisites: PTA 125, BIO 169, COM 231 and HUM/FA Corequisites: PTA 135 and PTA 225 This course is designed to assist in the development of effective interpersonal skills in the physical therapist assistant setting. Topics include reactions to disabil- ity, the grieving process, methods of communication, motivation, health promo- tion, disease prevention, and aging. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss and demonstrate methods for achieving effective interaction with pa- tients, families, the public, and other health care providers. --- # PTA 225 — Introduction to Rehabilitation Prerequisites: PTA 125, BIO 169, COM 231 and HUM/FA Corequisites: PTA 135 and PTA 222 This course covers cardiovascular, pulmonary, and integumentary conditions, as well as causes and treatment of amputations. Emphasis is placed upon patho - logical processes as well as comprehensive treatment of the various conditions studied. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, and prognoses of various conditions and implement components of a comprehensive treatment program. --- # PTA 235 — Neurological Rehabilitation Prerequisites: PTA 135, PTA 222, and PTA 225 Corequisites: PTA 215 Course Descriptions This course covers neurological and neuromuscular conditions experienced throughout the life span. Topics include the pathology of selected conditions and the methods and rationales of various treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, and prognoses of various conditions and implement components of a comprehen - sive treatment program. --- # PTA 245 — PTA Clinical III Prerequisites: PTA 215 and PTA 235 Corequisites: PTA 155 This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca - demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation. --- # PTA 255 — PTA Clinical IV Prerequisites: PTA 145 and PTA 212 Corequisites: PTA 185 This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca - demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation. --- # REL 211 — Introduction to Old Testament Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course is a survey of the literature of the Hebrews with readings from the law, prophets, and other writings. Emphasis is placed on the use of literary, historical, archeological, and cultural analysis. Upon completion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand Old Testament literature. Course Descriptions This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articula - tion Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/ Fine Arts. --- # REL 212 — Introduction to New Testament Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course is a survey of the literature of first-century Christianity with readings from the gospels, Acts, and the Pauline and pastoral letters. Topics include the literary structure, audience, and religious perspective of the writings, as well as the historical and cultural con- text of the early Christian community. Upon com- pletion, students should be able to use the tools of critical analysis to read and understand New Testament literature. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA… --- # SAB 110 — Intro to Addiction and Recovery Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of the core concepts in addiction and recovery. Topics include the history of substance use, effects on society members, treat - ment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the origins of substance abuse, addiction, prevention, treatment, and recovery. --- # SAB 120 — Intake and Assessment Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers processes for rapport building and procedures used to identify and evaluate individuals’ strengths and weaknesses. Topics included diagnostic evaluation and placement, effective interviewing and communication tech - niques, and use of assessment tools. Upon completion, students should be able to establish rapport with individuals, recognize disorders, and obtain information for referrals and placement. --- # SAB 135 — Addictive Process Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None Course Descriptions This course covers the physical, emotional, psychological, and cultural aspects of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on disorders related to addictions to alcohol, drugs, food, sex, work, gambling, internet, and relationships. Upon com- pletion, students should be able to identify the effects, prevention strategies, and treatment methods associated with addictive disorders. --- # SAB 240 — Diversity, Ethics and Trends in Addiction and Recovery 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces systems of diversity, ethics, and trends in addiction and re- covery. Topics include confidentiality, assessment of personal values, professional responsibilities, competencies, and ethics relative to multicultural service provi - sion. Upon completion, students should be able to apply and discuss multiple diversity and ethical scenarios applicable to addiction and recovery services. --- # SEC 110 — Security Concepts Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts and issues related to securing information systems and the development of policies to implement information security con- trols. Topics include the historical view of networking and security, security is - sues, trends, security resources, and the role of policy, people, and processes in information security. Upon completion, students should be able to identify infor- mation security risks, create an information security policy, and identify processes to implement and enforce policy. --- # SEC 210 — Intrusion Detection Prerequisites: SEC 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces the student to intrusion detection methods in use today. Topics include the types of intrusion detection products, traffic analysis, and plan- ning and placement of intrusion detection solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to plan and implement intrusion detection solution for networks and host-based systems. --- # SGD 111 — Intro. to Simulation and Game Development 2 3 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides students with an introduction to simulation and game de - velopment. Topics include setting, storytelling, narrative, character design, inter- face design, game play, internal economy, core mechanics, game genres, AI, the psychology of game design and professionalism. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the major aspects of simulation and game design and development. --- # SGD 116 — Graphic Design Tools Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces students to computer-based graphic design tools and their use within the context of simulation and game design. Topics include tex - ture creation, map creation, and introduction to advanced level graphic design techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to competently use and explain industry-standard graphic design software. --- # SGD 162 — SG 3D Animation Prerequisites: SGD 116 Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental principles of 3D animation used in simu- lation and game development. Emphasis is placed on a historical survey of 3D animation, aspects of the 3D animation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to produce 3D character sketches, morph simple objects, create walk and run cycles and develop professional storyboards. --- # SGD 165 — SGD Character Development Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the concepts needed to create fictional personality for use in digital videos, animations, simulations and games. Topics include aspects of character, developing backgrounds, mannerisms and voice. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to develop characters and backgrounds for simulations and games. --- # SGD 174 — SGD Level Design I Prerequisites: SGD 162 Corequisites: None This course introduces the tools used to create levels for real-time simulation and games. Topics include level design, architecture theory, modeling for 3D engines and texturing methods. Upon completion, students should be able to design simple levels using industry standard tools. --- # SGD 289 — SGD Project Prerequisites: SGD 212, SGD 213, SGD 214 or SGD 285 Corequisites: None This course provides students with the opportunity to create a functional simula- tion or game with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed upon verbal and written communication, skill documentation, professional presentation and user training. Upon completion, students should be able to create and profes - sionally present a fully functional simulation or game. --- # SOC 220 — Social Problems Prerequisites: ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course provides an in-depth study of current social problems. Emphasis is placed on causes, consequences, and possible solutions to problems associated with families, schools, workplaces, communities, and the environment. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize, define, analyze, and propose solutions to these problems. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general educa - tion course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. --- # SPA 111 — Elementary Spanish I Prerequisites: DRE 097 or ENG 002 Tier 1 or ENG 025 Corequisites: None This course introduces the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with grammatical accuracy to spoken and written Spanish and demonstrate cultural awareness. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # SPA 112 — Elementary Spanish II Prerequisites: SPA 111 Corequisites: None This course is a continuation of SPA 111 focusing on the fundamental elements of the Spanish language within a cultural context. Emphasis is placed on the pro - gressive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to comprehend and respond with increas - ing proficiency to spoken and written Span- ish and demonstrate further cultural awareness. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Human- iti… --- # SPA 211 — Intermediate Spanish I Prerequisites: SPA 112 Corequisites: None This course provides a review and expansion of the essential skills of the Span - ish language. Emphasis is placed on the study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon completion, students should be able to commu- nicate effectively, accurately, and creatively about the past, present, and future. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articula - tion Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/ Fine Arts. --- # SPA 212 — Intermediate Spanish II Prerequisites: SPA 211 Corequisites: None This course provides a continuation of SPA 211. Emphasis is placed on the continu- ing study of authentic and representative literary and cultural texts. Upon com - pletion, students should be able to communicate spontaneously and accurately with increasing complexity and sophistication. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. --- # SST 140 — Green Bldg & Design Concepts Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is designed to introduce the student to sustainable building design and construction principles and practices. Topics include sustainable building rating systems and certifications, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, sustainable building materials and water use. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the principles and practices of sustainable building design and construction. --- # SWK 110 — Intro to Social Work Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course examines the historical development, values, orientation, and pro - fessional standards of social work and focuses on the terminology and broader systems of social welfare. Emphasis is placed on the various fields of practice including those agencies whose primary function is financial assistance, correc - tions, mental and behavioral health, and protective services. Upon completion, Course Descriptions students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge, values, and skills of the social work professional. --- # TRN 120 — Basic Transport Electricity Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course covers basic electrical theory, wiring diagrams, test equipment, and, diagnosis, repair and replacement of batteries, starters, and alternators. Topics include Ohm’s Law, circuit construction, wiring diagrams, circuit testing, and basic troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to properly use wiring diagrams, diagnose, test, and repair basic wiring, battery, starting, charg - ing, and electrical concerns. --- # TRN 120A — Basic Transport Electricity Lab Prerequisites: None Corequisites: TRN 120 This course provides a lab that allows students to enhance their understanding of electrical components and circuits used in the transportation industry. Topics include inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical components and circuits using appropriate service information for specific transportation systems. Upon Course Descriptions completion, students should be able to diagnose and service electrical compo - nents and circuits used in transportation systems. --- # TRN 140 — Transport Climate Control Prerequisites: None Corequisites: TRN 140A This course covers the theory of refrigeration and heating, electrical/electronic/ pneumatic controls, and diagnosis and repair of climate control systems. Topics include diagnosis and repair of climate control components and systems, recov - ery/ recycling of refrigerants, and safety and environmental regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and repair vehicle climate con- trol systems. --- # VET 110 — Animal Breeds and Husbandry 2 Prerequisites: Admission to VMT Corequisites: ACA 122, ENG 110 or ENG 111, CHM 130/130A, VET 121, VET 123 This course provides a study of the individual breed characteristics and manage- ment techniques of the canine, feline, equine, bovine, porcine, ovine, caprine, and laboratory animals. Topics include physiological data, animal health manage- ment, and basic care and handling of animals. Upon completion, students should be able to identify breeds of domestic and laboratory animals, list physiological data, and outline basic care, handling, and management techniques. --- # VET 120 — Vet Anatomy and Physiology 3 Prerequisites: ACA 122, ENG 110 or ENG 111, CHM 130/130A, VET 110, VET 121, VET 123 Corequisites: MAT 171, PSY 150, VET 131, VET 133 This course covers the structure and function of the animal body with emphasis on the similarities and differences among domestic animals. Emphasis is placed on the structure and function of the major physiological systems of domestic, laboratory, and zoo animals. Upon completion, students should be able to iden - tify relevant anatomical structure and describe basic physiological processes for the major body systems. --- # VET 121 — Veterinary Medical Terminology 3 Prerequisites: Admission to VMT Corequisites: ACA 122, ENG 110 or ENG 111, CHM 130/130A, VET 110, VET 123 This course covers the basic medical terminology required for veterinary techni - cians. Topics include the pronunciation, spelling and definition of word parts and vocabulary terms unique to the anatomy, clinical pathology, and treatment of animals. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of basic medical terms as they relate to veterinary medicine. --- # VET 123 — Veterinary Parasitology 2 Prerequisites: Admission to VMT Corequisites: ACA 122, ENG 110 or ENG 111, CHM 130/130A, VET 110, VET 121 This course covers the common internal and external parasites of companion animals, livestock, selected zoo animals, and wild animals. Emphasis is placed on laboratory diagnosis of the most common forms of the parasite through fecal, urine, skin, and blood exams. Upon completion, students should be able to iden- tify common parasites and discuss life-cycles, treatment and prevention strate - gies, and public health aspects of veterinary parasitology. Course Descriptions --- # VET 125 — Veterinary Diseases I 2 Prerequisites: MAT 171, PSY 150, VET 120, VET 131, VET 133 Corequisites: COM elective (110, 120, or 231), VET 137 This course introduces basic immunology, fundamentals of disease processes in- cluding inflammation, and common infectious diseases of animals and their pre- vention through immunization. Topics include fundamental disease processes, principles of medical therapy, immunologic processes, infections and zoonotic diseases of domestic animals, and prevention of disease. Upon completion, stu - dents should be able to describe basic disease and immunological processes, rec- ognize infec… --- # VET 126 — Veterinary Diseases II 1 Prerequisites: COM elective (110,120,231), VET 125, VET 137 Corequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 211, VET 213, VET 215, WBL 112A This course is the study of basic disease processes and fundamentals of pathol - ogy, and other selected topics of veterinary medicine. Topics include histopathol- ogy, pathologic changes associated with common diseases of animals, necropsy procedures, and specimen handling. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic pathologic changes associated with disease, recognize histo - pathologic changes, and properly perform collection and submission of nec -… --- # VET 131 — Veterinary Laboratory Techniques I 2 Prerequisites: ACA 122, ENG 110 or 111, CHM 130/130A, VET 110, VET 121, VET 123 Corequisites: MAT 171, PSY 150, VET 120, VET 133 This course includes the fundamental study of hematology, hemostasis, and urinalysis. Emphasis is placed on basic hematology and urinalysis techniques, manual skill development, instrumentation, quality control, and applications to veterinary science. Upon completion, students should be able to perform manual and automated CBCs, hemostatic assays, and complete urinalyses and maintain laboratory equipment and quality control. --- # VET 133 — Veterinary Clinical Practice I 2 Prerequisites: ACA 122, ENG 110 or 111, CHM 130/130A, VET 110, VET 121 VET 123, Corequisites: MAT 171, PSY 150, VET 120, VET 131 This course introduces basic practices and techniques of the veterinary clinic and biomedical research fields for dogs, cats, and laboratory animals. Topics include physical exam, husbandry, housing, sanitation, restraint and handling, admin - istration of medications, anesthesia and euthanasia techniques, grooming, and dentistry. Upon completion, students should be able to properly restrain, medi - cate, examine, groom, and maintain each of the species studied. Cou… --- # VET 137 — Veterinary Office Practices 1 Prerequisites: MAT 171, PSY 150, VET 120, VET 131, VET 133 Corequisites: COM elective (110, 120, or 231), VET 125 This course is designed to teach basic administrative techniques, client commu - nication skills, and regulations pertaining to veterinary medicine. Topics include record keeping, telephone techniques, professional liability, office procedures, state and national regulatory laws, human relations, and animal welfare. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate effective communication techniques, office procedures, and knowledge of regulatory laws and issues relat- ing t… --- # VET 211 — Veterinary Laboratory Techniques II 2 Prerequisites: COM elective (110, 120, or 231), VET 125, VET 131, VET 137 Corequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 126, VET 213, VET 215, WBL 112A This course covers advanced hematology, serology, immunology, and clinical chemistry. Topics include advanced hematologic, serologic, and immunologic test procedures: manual and automated clinical chemistry procedures: labora - tory safety: and quality control. Upon completion, students should be able to col- lect, prepare, and analyze serum and plasma samples and outline quality control and safety procedures. --- # VET 212 — Veterinary Laboratory Techniques III 2 Prerequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 126, VET 211, VET 213, VET 215, WBL 112A Corequisites: VET 214, VET 217, VET 237, WBL 112B This course introduces the basic principles of microbiology, histology, and cytol- ogy. Emphasis is placed on collection of microbiological samples for culture and sensitivity and collection and preparation of samples for histological and cytolog- ical examination. Upon completion, students should be able to perform micro - biological culture and sensitivity and evaluate cytology and histology specimens. --- # VET 213 — Veterinary Clinical Practice II 1 Prerequisites: COM elective (110, 120, or 231), VET 125, VET 133 VET 137 Corequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 126, VET 211, VET 215, WBL 112A This course covers basic radiography, anesthesia techniques, dentistry, sample collection and handling, surgical assistance and instrumentation, sterile tech - niques, and patient record keeping. Topics include basic radiography, inject - able and gas anesthesia, dentistry, instrument identification and care, sterile surgical technique, specimen collection and processing, and maintenance of patient records. Upon completion, students should be able to take… --- # VET 214 — Veterinary Clinical Practice III 1 Prerequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 126, VET 211, VET 213, VET 215, WBL 112A Corequisites: VET 212, VET 217, VET 237, WBL 112B This course covers advanced anesthetic techniques, special radiographic tech - niques, advanced dentistry, sample collection and processing, bandaging, and emergency and critical care procedures. Topics include induction and mainte - nance of anesthesia, radiographic contrast studies, advanced dentistry, external coaptation, intensive care procedures, and advanced sample collection tech - niques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in s… --- # VET 215 — Veterinary Pharmacology 3 Prerequisites: COM elective (110, 120, or 231), VET 125, VET 137 Corequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 126, VET 211, VET 213, WBL 112A This course introduces drugs and other substances utilized in veterinary medi - cine. Emphasis is placed on drug classification and methods of action, adminis - tration, effects and side effects, storing and handling of drugs, and dosage cal - culations. Upon completion, students should be able to properly calculate and administer medications, recognize adverse reactions, and maintain pharmaceuti- cal inventory and administration records. --- # VET 217 — Large Animal Clinical Practice 2 Prerequisites: HUM/FA, VET 120 VET, 126, VET 211, VET 213, VET 215, WBL 112A Corequisites: VET 212, VET 214, VET 237, WBL 112B This course covers topics relevant to the medical and surgical techniques for the common domestic large animal species. Topics include physical exam, restraint, sample collection, bandaging, emergency treatment, surgical and obstetrical procedures and instruments, herd health, and lameness topics. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to safely perform restraint, examination, and sam - ple collection; assist surgical, obstetrical, and emergency procedures; and d… --- # VET 237 — Animal Nutrition 3 Prerequisites: HUM/FA elective, VET 126, VET 211, VET 213, VET 215, WBL 112A Corequisites: VET 212, VET 214, VET 217, WBL 112B This course covers the principles of nutrition and their application to feeding practices of domestic, farm, and companion animals. Topics include basic nutri - ents and nutritional needs of individual species, proximate analysis, interpreta - tion of food and feed labels, types of animal foods, and ration formulation. Upon Course Descriptions completion, students should be able to select appropriate diets for animals in various stages of health and disease, analyze n… --- # WBL 112 — Work-Based Learning I Prerequisites: For Veterinary Medical Technology, faculty approval and assignment. Corequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily per- form work-related competencies. Appropri - ate departmental faculty/department chair will monitor student progress and attendance. --- # WBL 114 — Work-Based Learning I Prerequisites: For Electric Line Construction, completion of 9 semester credit hours and one major core course. Corequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily per- form work-related competencies. The Vice President of Corporate and Economic Development will assign appropri… --- # WBL 121 — Work-Based Learning II 0 0 10 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily per- form work-related competencies. --- # WBL 124 — Work-Based Learning II Prerequisites: For Electric Lineman Technology (ELT ), WBL 114 Corequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily per- form work-related competencies. The Vice President of Corporate and Economic Development will assign appropriate per - sonnel to monitor student progress and… --- # WBL 131 — Work-Based Learning II 0 10 1 Prerequisites: For Hospitality Management, Instructor Permission required and Culinary Arts, CUL 240 and instructor permission required Corerequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. --- # WBL 134 — Work Based Learning III Prerequisites: For Electric Lineman Technology (ELT ), WBL 124 Course Descriptions Corequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily per- form work-related competencies. The Vice President of Corporate and Economic Development will assign appropriate per - sonnel to monitor s… --- # WBL 211 — Work-Based Learning IV 0 10 1 Prerequisites: None Corerequisites: None This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student’s program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon comple - tion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employ - ability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. --- # WEB 111 — Introduction to Web Graphics Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the creation of web graphics and addressing problems pe- culiar to WWW display using appropriate software. Topics include web graphics file types, optimization, RGB color, web typography, elementary special effects, transparency, animation, slicing, basic photo manipulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics such as ani- mated banners, buttons, backgrounds, logos, and manipulate photographic im - ages for Web delivery. --- # WEB 125 — Mobile Web Design Prerequisites: WEB 210 Corequisites: None This course introduces students to web design for mobile devices. Topics include planning an effective mobile Web site, industry standard Mobile Markup Lan - guage, CSS3, multimedia, m-commerce, social media, testing and publishing. Upon completion, students should be able to plan, develop, test, and publish Web content designed for mobile devices. --- # WLD 121 — GMAW Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces metal arc welding and flux core arc welding processes. Topics include equipment setup and fillet and groove welds with emphasis on application of GMAW and FCAW electrodes on carbon steel plate. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to perform fillet welds on carbon steel with pre - scribed electrodes in the flat, horizontal, and overhead positions. WLD 121AB GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate-AB (Fall) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None The first of two parts of WLD 121. WLD 121BB GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate-BB (Spring) 1 3 2 Prerequis… --- # WLD 151 — Fabrication I Prerequisites: DFT 119 or DFT 151 Corequisites: None This course introduces the basic principles of fabrication. Emphasis is placed on safety, measurement, layout techniques, and the use of fabrication tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to perform layout activi - ties and operate various fabrication and material handling equipment. WLD 151AB Fabrication I-AB (Fall) 1 3 1 Prerequisites: DFT 119 or DFT 151 Corequisites: None The first of two parts of WLD 151. WLD 151BB Fabrication I-BB (Spring) 1 3 2 Prerequisites: WLD 151AB Corequisites: None A continuation of WLD 15… --- # WLD 261 — Certification Practices Prerequisites: WLD 115, WLD 121, and WLD 131 Corequisites: None This course covers certification requirements for industrial welding processes. Topics include techniques and certification requirements for prequalified joint geometry. Upon completion, students should be able to perform welds on car - bon steel plate and/or pipe according to applicable codes. --- # WLD 262 — Inspection and Testing Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces destructive and non-destructive testing methods. Em - phasis is placed on safety, types and methods of testing, and the use of testing Course Descriptions equipment and materials. Upon completion, students should be able to un - derstand and/or perform a variety of destructive and non-destructive testing processes. --- # WLD 265 — Automated Welding/Cutting Prerequisites: DFT-119, WLD-110, and WLD-121 Corequisites: None This course introduces automated welding equipment and processes. Topics include setup, programming, and operation of automated welding and cutting equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to set up, program, and operate automated welding and cutting equipment. Has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective requirement. Course Descriptions This page left blank intentionally COMMUNITY COLLEGE Continuing Education Continuing Education Purpose Statement The Continuing Education Departm… --- # NIMS 300 — & 400 69 credits · 69 hours Public Information Basics (L-105) Aquatic Incident Management (AIM-100) SARTOPO Managing Inland Search Emergency Operations Center Continuing Education a maximum of 3 attempts. After the second attempt, remediation will be done by the Testing Center. Transcripts are required. Nash Community College’s Nurse Aide I course offers basic nursing skills required to provide personal care for patients, residents, or clients in a health care setting. Topics include communi - cations, safety, patients’ rights, personal care, vital signs, elimination, nutrition, emergencies, rehabilitation, and mental h…