General Catalog 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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ACA 115 - Success & Study Skills
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 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 exploration 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.
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ACA 122 - College Transfer Success
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 1
(College Transfer–AA/AS Required Course)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides information and strategies necessary to develop clear academic and professional goals beyond the community college experience. Topics include the CAA, college policies and culture, career exploration, gathering information on senior institutions, strategic planning, critical thinking, and communications skills for a successful academic transition. Upon completion, students should be able to develop an academic plan to transition successfully to senior institutions. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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Accounting |
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ACC 115 - College Accounting
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces basic accounting principles for a business. Topics include the complete accounting cycle with end-of-period statements, bank reconciliation, payrolls, and petty cash. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of accounting principles and apply those skills to a business organization.
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ACC 120 - Principles of Accounting
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces business decision-making using accounting information systems. Emphasis is placed on analyzing, summarizing, reporting, and interpreting financial information. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare financial statements, understand the role of financial information in decision-making and address ethical considerations. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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ACC 121 - Principles of Managerial Accounting
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
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 including product-costing systems. This course has been approved for transfer under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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ACC 122 - Prin of Financial Acct II
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ACC 120
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional instruction in the financial accounting concepts and procedures introduced in ACC 120 . Emphasis is placed on the analysis of specific balance sheet accounts, with in-depth instruction of the accounting principles applied to these accounts. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, prepare journal entries, and prepare reports in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
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ACC 129 - Individual Income Taxes
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
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.
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ACC 140 - Payroll Accounting
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ACC 115 or ACC 120
Corequisites: None
This course covers federal and state laws pertaining to wages, payroll taxes, payroll tax forms, and journal and general ledger transactions. Emphasis is placed on computing wages; calculating social security, income, and unemployment taxes; preparing appropriate payroll tax forms; and journalizing/ posting transactions. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze data, make appropriate computations, complete forms, and prepare accounting entries using appropriate technology.
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ACC 149 - Intro to ACC Spreadsheets
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ACC 115 or ACC 120
This course provides a working knowledge of computer spreadsheets and their use in accounting. Topics include pre-programmed problems, model-building problems, beginning-level macros, graphics, and what-if analysis enhancements of template problems. Upon completion, students should be able to use a computer spreadsheet to complete many of the tasks required in accounting.
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ACC 150 - Acct Software Appl
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: ACC 115 or ACC 120
Corequisites: None
This course introduces microcomputer applications related to accounting systems. Topics include general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, payroll, and correcting, adjusting, and closing entries. Upon completion, students should be able to use a computer accounting package to accurately solve accounting problems.
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ACC 180 - Practices in Bookkeeping
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ACC 120
Corequisites: None
This course provides advanced instruction in bookkeeping and record-keeping functions. Emphasis is placed on mastering adjusting entries, correction of errors, depreciation, payroll, and inventory. Upon completion, students should be able to conduct all key bookkeeping functions for small businesses.
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ACC 220 - Intermediate Accounting I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: ACC 120
Corequisites: None
This course is a continuation of the study of accounting principles with in-depth coverage of theoretical concepts and financial statements. Topics include generally accepted accounting principles and extensive analysis of balance sheet components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the conceptual framework underlying financial accounting, including the application of financial standards.
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ACC 225 - Cost Accounting
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ACC 121
This course introduces the nature and purposes of cost accounting as an information system for planning and control. Topics include direct materials, direct labor, factory overhead, process, job order, and standard cost systems. 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.
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Agriculture |
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AGR 110 - Agricultural Economics
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to basic economic principles in agriculture. Topics include supply and demand, the role of agriculture in the economy, economic systems, and micro- and macroeconomics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain economic systems, interpret supply and demand curves, and complete cost and revenue production schedules.
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AGR 111 - Basic Farm Maintenance
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers fundamentals of maintenance and repair of farm facilities and equipment. Topics include safe use of hand tools and farm machinery, carpentry, concrete, painting, wiring, welding, plumbing, and calculating costs and materials needed. Upon completion, students should be able to answer theoretical questions on topics covered and assist with maintenance and repair of farm facilities and equipment.
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AGR 139 - Intro to Sustainable Ag
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course will provide students with a clear perspective on the principles, history and practices of sustainable agriculture in our local and global communities. Students will be introduced to the economic, environmental and social impacts of agriculture. Upon completion, students will be able to identify the principles of sustainable agriculture as they relate to basic production practices.
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AGR 140 - Agricultural Chemicals
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers all aspects of agricultural chemicals. Topics include safety, environmental effects, federal and state laws, pesticide classification, sprayer calibration, and licensing. Upon completion, students should be able to calibrate a sprayer, give proper pesticide recommendations (using integrated pest management), and demonstrate safe handling of pesticides.
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AGR 160 - Plant Science
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the basic principles of botany that pertain to agricultural production. Emphasis is placed on the anatomy and physiology of flowering plants. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and explain plant systems.
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AGR 170 - Soil Science
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the basic principles of soil management and fertilization. Topics include liming, fertilization, soil management, biological properties of soil (including beneficial microorganisms), sustainable land care practices and the impact on soils, and plant nutrients. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices.
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AGR 212 - Farm Business Management
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces budgeting, farm analysis, production costs, business organizations, and general management principles. Topics include enterprise budgets, partial budgets, whole farm budgets, income analysis, and business organizations. Upon completion, student should be able to prepare and analyze a farm budget.
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AGR 213 - Ag Law & Finance
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the basic laws and financial aspects affecting agriculture. Topics include environmental laws, labor laws, contractual business operations, assets, liabilities, net worth, and funding sources. Upon completion, students should be able to complete loan application procedures and explain basic laws affecting the agricultural industry.
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AGR 214 - Agricultural Marketing
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers basic marketing principles for agricultural products. Topics include buying, selling, processing, standardizing, grading, storing, and marketing of agricultural commodities. Upon completion, students should be able to construct a marketing plan for an agricultural product.
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AGR 261 - Agronomy
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides a basic introduction to field and forage crops. Topics include forage crops, field crops, seed selection, fertility management, field preparation, harvesting, and storage. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of forage and field crop production practices.
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Air Cond, Heating, and Refrig |
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AHR 120 - HVACR Maintenance
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the basic principles of industrial air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis is placed on preventive maintenance procedures for heating and cooling equipment and related components. Upon completion, students should be able to perform routine preventive maintenance tasks, maintain records, and assist in routine equipment repairs.
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Animal Science |
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ANS 110 - Animal Science
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the livestock industry. Topics include nutrition, reproduction, production practices, diseases, meat processing, sustainable livestock production, and marketing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of livestock production practices and the economic impact of livestock locally, regionally, state-wide, and internationally.
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ANS 115 - Animal Feeds & Nutrition
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the fundamentals of animal feeding and nutrition. Topics include nutrient requirements, digestion, feed formulation, and classification. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of nutritional requirements and feeding practices of farm animals.
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ANS 116 - Intro to the Equine Industry
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to the equine industry. Topics include history, breeds, disciplines, economic impact, and career opportunities within the industry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the equine industry and as it relates to animal science, production, and management.
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ANS 120 - Beef Production
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to the beef cattle industry. Topics include reproduction, cattle management, marketing, anatomy and physiology, and pasture management (including sustainable practices). Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of beef cattle production practices and the economic and environmental impact of the beef cattle industry locally, regionally, state-wide, and internationally
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ANS 130 - Poultry Production
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to the poultry industry. Topics include anatomy and physiology, reproduction, incubation, environmental issues, and husbandry. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of poultry production and the economic and environmental impact of the poultry industry locally, regionally, state-wide, and internationally.
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ANS 140 - Swine Production
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to the swine industry. Topics include basic skills for breeding, farrowing, nursery, environmental issues, and grower/finisher. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of swine production practices and the economic and environmental impact of the swine industry locally, regionally, state-wide, and internationally.
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ANS 142 - Swine Records & Analysis
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ANS 140
Corequisites: None
This course introduces production records utilized by the swine industry. Topics include types of records needed, establishing production goals, calculating production efficiencies, understanding computer applications in record keeping, and interpreting production data. Upon completion, students should be able to establish production goals, calculate production efficiencies, complete a production summary, and interpret data from computer printouts.
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ANS 143 - Swine Health Management
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers all aspects of swine disease and health management. Emphasis is placed on disease identification and treatment, biosecurity and herd health plans, routine swine health practices, and laws and regulations applying to swine. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and recommend treatment for major diseases, develop a herd health plan, and describe the appropriate uses for medications.
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ANS 144 - Swine Housing & Waste Mgt
Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: ANS 140
Corequisites: None
This course includes the areas of swine waste management and confinement facilities for swine. Emphasis is placed on types of waste management systems, types of building systems used, and managing the internal environment in confinement buildings. Upon completion, students should be able to identify types of waste systems used, determine waste application rates, and identify types of housing and ventilation systems.
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ANS 150 - Animal Health Management
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces animal diseases and health management. Topics include identification, prevention, management (including integrated pest management), and treatment of diseases. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize disease symptoms, recommend treatments, identify preventive steps, and develop biosecurity procedures.
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ANS 180 - Equine Production
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to the production of horses. Topics include anatomy and physiology, reproduction, genetics, selection, and basic management practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the production and management of horses.
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ANS 240 - Swine Prod Issues
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course explores areas associated with the swine industry. Emphasis is placed on oral presentations, work schedules, resumes, letters of application, recruiting and motivating employees, interviewing, public relations, and in-service activities. Upon completion, student should be able to prepare a resume, complete a job application and interview, prepare work schedules, and make oral presentations.
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Art |
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ART 111 - Art Appreciation
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–UGETC: Humanities/Fine Arts - AA/AS)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the origins and historical development of art. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, and architecture. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods, and media. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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ART 114 - Art History Survey I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–UGETC: Humanities/Fine Arts - AA/AS)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the development of art forms from ancient times to the Renaissance. Emphasis is placed on content, terminology, design, and style. Upon completion, student should be able to demonstrate an historical understanding of art as a product reflective on human social development. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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ART 115 - Art History Survey II
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–UGETC: Humanities/Fine Arts - AA/AS)
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 the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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ART 116 - Survey of American Art
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer-GEN ED: Humanities/Fine Arts)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the development of American art forms from colonial times to the present. Emphasis is placed on architecture, painting, sculpture, graphics, and the decorative arts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the history of the American creative experience. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.
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Automation & Robotics |
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ATR 280 - Robotic Fundamentals
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
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.
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Biology |
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BIO 110 - Principles of Biology
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–UGETC: Natural Sciences - AA/AS)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding of biology as it applies to everyday life. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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BIO 111 - General Biology I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–UGETC: Natural Sciences - AA/AS)
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 completion, students should be able to demonstrate understanding of life at the molecular and cellular levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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BIO 112 - General Biology II
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–UGETC: Natural Sciences - AS)
Prerequisites: BIO 111
Corequisites: None
This course is a continuation of BIO 111 . Emphasis is placed on organisms, evolution, biodiversity, plant and animal systems, ecology, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate comprehension of life at the organismal and ecological levels. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Natural Science.
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BIO 163 - Basic Anat & Physiology
Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 5
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
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 introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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BIO 168 - Anatomy & Physiology I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
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 integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved to satisfy the CAA and ICAA premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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BIO 169 - Anatomy & Physiology II
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: BIO 168
Corequisites: None
This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition, acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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BIO 275 - Microbiology
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: Take one: BIO 110 , BIO 111 , BIO 163 , BIO 165 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 microorganisms, their structure, physiology, genetics, microbial pathogenicity, infectious diseases, immunology, and selected practical applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills including microscopy, aseptic technique, staining, culture methods, and identification of microorganisms. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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Business |
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BUS 110 - Introduction to Business
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides a survey of the business world. Topics include the basic principles and practices of contemporary business. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of business concepts as a foundation for studying other business subjects. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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BUS 115 - Business Law I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the student to the legal and ethical framework of business. Contracts, negotiable instruments, the law of sales, torts, crimes, constitutional law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the court systems are examined. Upon completion, 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 approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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BUS 121 - Business Math
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers fundamental mathematical operations and their application to business problems. Topics include payroll, pricing, interest and discount, commission, taxes, and other pertinent uses of mathematics in the field of business. Upon completion, students should be able to apply mathematical concepts to business.
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BUS 125 - Personal Finance
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides a study of individual and family financial decisions. Emphasis is placed on building useful skills in buying, managing finances, increasing resources, and coping with current economic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a personal financial plan.
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BUS 135 - Principles of Supervision
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the basic responsibilities and duties of the supervisor and his/her relationship to higher-level supervisors, subordinates, and associates. Emphasis is placed on effective utilization of the work force and understanding the role of the supervisor. Upon completion, students should be able to apply supervisory principles in the workplace.
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BUS 137 - Principles of Management
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
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 communicating. Upon completion, students should be able to work as contributing members of a team utilizing these functions of management. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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BUS 139 - Entrepreneurship I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an introduction to the principles of entrepreneurship. Topics include self-analysis of entrepreneurship readiness, the role of entrepreneur in economic development, legal problems, organizational structure, sources of financing, budgeting, and cash flow. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of the entrepreneurial process and issues faced by entrepreneurs.
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BUS 151 - People Skills
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
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, feelings and emotions, roles versus relationships, and basic assertiveness, listening, and conflict resolution. Upon completion, students should be able to distinguish between unhealthy, self-destructive, communication patterns and healthy, non-destructive, positive communication patterns.
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BUS 153 - Human Resource Management
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the functions of personnel/ human resource management within an organization. Topics include equal opportunity and the legal environment, recruitment and selection, performance appraisal, employee development, compensation planning, and employee relations. Upon completion, students should be able to anticipate and resolve human resource concerns.
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BUS 260 - Business Communication
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ENG 110 or ENG 111
Corequisites: None
This course is designed to develop skills in writing business communications. Emphasis is placed on business reports, correspondence, and professional presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to communicate effectively in the work place.
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BUS 270 - Professional Development
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides basic knowledge of self-improvement techniques as related to success in the professional world. Topics include positive human relations, job-seeking skills, and projecting positive self-image. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competent personal and professional skills necessary to get and keep a job.
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Chemistry |
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CHM 092 - Fundamentals of Chemistry
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers fundamentals of chemistry with laboratory applications. Topics include measurements, matter, energy, atomic theory, bonding, molecular structure, nomenclature, balancing equations, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, gases and basic organic chemistry. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and apply basic chemical concepts and demonstrate basic laboratory skills necessary for success in college-level science courses.
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CHM 151 - General Chemistry I
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–UGETC: Natural Sciences - AA/AS)
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.
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CHM 152 - General Chemistry II
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 4
(College Transfer–UGETC: Natural Sciences - AS)
Prerequisites: CHM 151
Corequisites: None
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 understanding 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 general education course in Natural Science.
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Communication/Speech |
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COM 231 - Public Speaking
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–UGETC: Communications-AA/AS)
Prerequisites: None
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 CAA and ICAA a general education course in English Composition.
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Computer Information Technology |
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CTS 115 - Info Sys Business Concepts
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer-Pre-major/Elective)
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 systems. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CTS 120 - Hardware/Software Support
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers.
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CTS 130 - Spreadsheet
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics include writing formulas, using functions, enhancing spreadsheets, creating charts, and printing. Upon completion, students should be able to design and print basic spreadsheets and charts.
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CTS 289 - System Support Project
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 4 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Take All: CTI 110 , CTI 120 , and CTS 115
Corequisites: None
This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant support project with minimal instructor assistance. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, project definition, documentation, installation, testing, presentation, and user training. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a project from the definition phase through implementation.
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CSC 151 - JAVA Programming
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer-Pre-major/Elective)
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 objects, 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 premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CTI 110 - Web, Pgm & DB Foundation
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the introduction of the tools and resources available to students in programming, mark-up language and services on the Internet. Topics include standard mark-up language Internet services, creating web pages, using search engines, file transfer programs; and database design and creation with DBMS products. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of programming tools, deploy a web-site with mark-up tools, and create a simple database table.
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CTI 120 - Network & Sec Foundation
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2 Credit Hours: 3
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 implementation policies. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic tasks related to networking mathematics, terminology, media and protocols.
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CTI 141 - Cloud & Storage Concepts
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 4 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces cloud computing and storage concepts. Emphasis is placed on cloud terminology, virtualization, storage networking and access control. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of cloud storage systems.
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COS 111 - Cosmetology Concepts I
Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
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 completion, students should be able to safely and competently apply cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
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COS 112 - Salon I
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 24 Credit Hours: 8
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.
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COS 113 - Cosmetology Concepts II
Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 and 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, student should be able to safely and competently apply these cosmetology concepts in the salon setting.
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COS 114 - Salon II
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 24 Credit Hours: 8
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisites: None
This course provides experience in a simulated salon setting. Topics include basic 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 competently demonstrate these salon services.
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COS 115 - Cosmetology Concepts III
Class Hours: 4 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisites: None
This course covers more comprehensive cosmetology concepts. Topics include safety, product knowledge, salon management, salesmanship, skin care, electricity/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.
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COS 116 - Salon III
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 12 Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisites: None
This course provides comprehensive experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis 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.
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COS 117 - Cosmetology Concepts IV
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 and 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 cosmetology 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.
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COS 118 - Salon IV
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 21 Credit Hours: 7
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 and COS 112
Corequisites: None
This course provides advanced experience in a simulated salon setting. Emphasis is placed on efficient and competent delivery of all salon services in preparation 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.
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COS 119 - Esthetics Concepts I
Class Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the concepts of esthetics. Topics include orientation, anatomy, physiology, hygiene, sterilization, first aid, chemistry, basic dermatology, and professional ethics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of esthetics and meet course requirements.
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COS 223 - Contemp Hair Coloring
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 , COS 112
Corequisites: None
This course covers basic color concepts, hair coloring problems, and application techniques. Topics include color theory, terminology, contemporary techniques, product knowledge, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify a client’s color needs and safely and competently perform color applications and correct problems.
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COS 224 - Trichology and Chemistry
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course is a study of hair and the interaction of applied chemicals. Emphasis is placed on pH actions and the reactions and effects of chemical ingredients. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of chemical terminology, pH testing, and chemical reactions on hair.
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COS 240 - Contemporary Design
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 111 , COS 112
Corequisites: None
This course covers methods and techniques for contemporary designs. Emphasis is placed on contemporary designs and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate and apply techniques associated with contemporary design.
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COS 260 - Design Applications
Class Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 3 Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides an overview of the design concepts used in cosmetology. Topics include the application of art principles and elements to artistically design hair, nails, and make-up and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and techniques associated with design concepts.
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COS 271 - Instructor Concepts I
Class Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: COS 272
This course introduces the basic cosmetology instructional concepts. Topics include orientation, theories of education, unit planning, daily lesson planning, laboratory management, student assessment, record keeping, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify theories of education, develop lesson plans, demonstrate supervisory techniques, and assess student performance in a classroom setting.
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COS 272 - Instructor Practicum I
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 21 Credit Hours: 7
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: COS 271
This course covers supervisory and instructional skills for teaching entry-level cosmetology students in a laboratory setting. Topics include demonstrations of services, supervision, and entry-level student assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate salon services and instruct and objectively assess the entry-level student.
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COS 273 - Instructor Concepts II
Class Hours: 5 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 271 , COS 272
Corequisites: COS 274
This course covers advanced cosmetology instructional concepts. Topics include practical demonstrations, lesson planning, lecture techniques, development and administration of assessment tools, record keeping, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to develop lesson plans, demonstrate supervision techniques, assess student performance in a classroom setting, and keep accurate records.
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COS 274 - Instructor Practicum II
Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 21 Credit Hours: 7
Prerequisites: Take All: COS 271 , COS 272
Corequisites: COS 273
This course is designed to develop supervisory and instructional skills for teaching advanced cosmetology students in a laboratory setting. Topics include practical demonstrations, supervision, and advanced student assessment. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas covered by the Instructor Licensing Examination and meet program completion requirements.
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CJC 110 - Basic Law Enforcement BLET
Class Hours: 10 Lab Hours: 30 Credit Hours: 20
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the basic skills and knowledge needed for entry-level employment 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 successful completion, the student will be able to demonstrate competence in the topics required for the state comprehensive certification examination.
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CJC 111 - Intro to Criminal Justice
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer-Pre-Major/Elective)
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 criminal 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 approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 112 - Criminology
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
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 initiative; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to explain and discuss various theories of crime causation and societal response.
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CJC 113 - Juvenile Justice
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer - Pre-Major/Elective)
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 programs, special areas and law unique to juveniles, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify/discuss juvenile court structure/procedures, function and jurisdiction of juvenile agencies, processing/ detention of juveniles, and case disposition. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 121 - Law Enforcement Operations
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces fundamental law enforcement operations. Topics include the contemporary evolution of law enforcement operations and related issues. Upon completion, students should be able to explain theories, practices, and issues related to law enforcement operations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 122 - Community Policing
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the historical, philosophical, and practical dimensions of community policing. Emphasis is placed on the empowerment of police and the community 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 traditional policing.
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CJC 131 - Criminal Law
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the history/evolution/ principles and contemporary applications 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.
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CJC 132 - Court Procedure & Evidence
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers judicial structure/process/procedure from incident to disposition, 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 procedure necessary to establish a lawful arrest/search, proper judicial procedures, and the admissibility of evidence.
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CJC 141 - Corrections
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer–Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the history, major philosophies, components, and current practices 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.
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CJC 212 - Ethics & Comm Relations
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
(College Transfer - Pre-Major/Elective)
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers ethical considerations and accepted standards applicable to criminal justice organizations and professionals. Topics include ethical systems; social change, values, and norms; cultural diversity; citizen involvement in criminal justice issues; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to apply ethical considerations to the decision-making process in identifiable criminal justice situations. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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CJC 214 - Victimology
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the study of victims. Emphasis is placed on roles/characteristics 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.
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CJC 215 - Organization & Administration
Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the components and functions of organization and administration 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 discretion; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and discuss the basic components and functions of a criminal justice organization and its administrative operations.
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